2005 Dodge Dakota Owner's Manual

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................7 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ..............................77 3 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS .........................................147 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................193 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................271 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................289 7 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ..................................................347 8 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .........................................367 9 10 INDEX ....................................................................375 10 INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Ⅵ Introduction ........................... 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Identification Number ............... 5 Ⅵ How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 6 Ⅵ Warnings And Cautions ................... 5 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION WARNING! This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is vehicle components contain or emit chemicals supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and known to the State of California to cause cancer and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod- tions and recommendations in this manual will help ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL aware of all safety warnings. Consult the table of contents to determine which section When it comes to service, remember that your dealer contains the information you desire. knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni- The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a ௡ cians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in complete listing of all subjects. your satisfaction. INTRODUCTION 5 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating 1 procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a stamped plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate. 6 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS Ⅵ A Word About Your Keys ..................10 ▫ Manual Door Locks .....................16 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................10 ▫ Power Door Locks .....................17 ▫ Sentry Key — If Equipped ................11 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............20 Ⅵ Ignition And Steering Lock .................13 Ⅵ Remote Keyless Entry .....................21 ▫ Manual Transmissions ...................13 ▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................22 ▫ Automatic Transmissions .................14 ▫ To Lock The Doors .....................22 Ⅵ Illuminated Entry ........................15 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................24 ▫ Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks ....15 ▫ General Information ....................24 Ⅵ Door Locks ............................16 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........25 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Battery Replacement ....................26 ▫ Automatic Locking Mode (If Equipped) ......38 Ⅵ Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........27 ▫ Center Lap Belts .......................38 ▫ To Set The Alarm ......................27 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................38 ▫ To Disarm The System ...................28 ▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) ...........................39 Ⅵ Windows .............................29 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............40 ▫ Power Windows .......................29 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................40 ▫ Auto Down ..........................30 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental ▫ Window Lockout Switch .................30 Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags ...........41 ▫ Sliding Rear Window ...................31 ▫ Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch – If ▫ Wind Buffeting ........................31 Equipped ............................55 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ......................31 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............57 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................32 ▫ Child Restraint ........................59 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....37 Ⅵ Engine Break-In Recommendations ...........72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 Ⅵ Safety Tips ............................73 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle ..............................74 ▫ Exhaust System .......................73 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The 2 Vehicle ..............................74 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Key-In-Ignition Reminder The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks If you open the driver’s door when the key is in the with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are ignition lock, a continuous chime will sound to remind enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to you to remove the key. the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you CAUTION! the number. An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. NOTE: Integrated keys (key and key fob combined) Always remove the key from the ignition and lock must be cut by the dealer. The dealer must have cutters all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. that have enough clearance for integrated keys. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not With this system, an electronically coded ignition key compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue loss of security protection. Additional Sentry Keys or 2 to run. If the system does not recognize the signal, the Mobil Speed-pass™ devices held against or immediately vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds, then shut off. adjacent to the ignition key when starting the engine may After six unsuccessful attempts at starting, the system cause vehicle starting problems. If a problem occurs, will shut down until the correct key is used. remove the Sentry Key from the key-ring and attempt to start the vehicle again. Pagers, cell phones, walkman, etc. NOTE: If the key is in the ignition switch, then all will have no effect on this system. buttons on that transmitter will be disabled. The buttons on the remaining transmitters will work. If the vehicle is moving 5 mph or more, then all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys. 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ЉSecurity LightЉ will illuminate for about 3 seconds At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON with a four digit PIN number. This number is required position. If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may signal from the ignition key, the ЉSecurity LightЉ will flash be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the continuously to signal that the vehicle has been immobi- Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure lized. If the ЉSecurity LightЉ remains on during vehicle consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle operation, it indicates a fault in the system electronics. If electronics. A blank key is one which has never been this option was ordered, all of the keys provided with programmed and needs to be cut. your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, electronics. bring all vehicle keys to the dealer. Replacement Keys Customer Key Programming NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the You can program new keys to the system if you have two vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once valid keys by doing the following: a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot 1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn

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