flat tire DODGE DAKOTA 2010 3.G Owner's Manual

It is recommended that you stow the flat or spare to
avoid tangling the loose cable.
NOTE:The winch mechanism is designed for use with
the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other
power tools is not recommended and can damage the
winch.Tire Changing Procedure
WARNING!
Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never get any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run
the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need
to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center
where it can be raised on a lift.
Do not raise this vehicle using a bumper jack. The scissor
jack is designed as a tool for changing tires on this vehicle
only. It is not recommended that the jack be used for
service purposes or to lift more than one wheel at a time.
Spare Tire Stowage Location
6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337

WARNING! (Continued)
•Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be raised.
•Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK; a manual transmission in
REVERSE.
•Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
•Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
•Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.
•Only use the jack in the positions indicated and
for lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
•If working on or near a roadway, be extremely
careful of motor traffic.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
•Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
1. Lower and remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools
from stowage.
2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove,
the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one
turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
Jack Warning Label
6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339

WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al-
ways stow the jack, tools and the extra tire and wheel
in the places provided.
8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. Stow the
replaced tire, jack, and tools as previously described.
9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible.
NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do
not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to
help prevent personal injury or damage to your
vehicle:
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Always park on a firm, level surface as far from
the edge of the roadway as possible before raising
the vehicle.
•Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be raised.
•Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking.
•Never start the engine with the vehicle on a jack.
•Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
•Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.
•Only use the jack in the positions indicated.
•If working on or near a roadway, be extremely
careful of motor traffic.
•To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

To Stow the Flat or Spare
Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down. Slide the
wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and
position it properly across the wheel opening.
For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow
with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle.
Rotate the winch mechanism until the wheel is drawn
into place against the underside of the vehicle. Continue
to rotate until you feel the winch mechanism slip or click
three times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the
tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place.
NOTE:To Stow the Flat or Spare: Wheel retainer does
not fit through the center of the aluminum wheel. The tire
must be stored in a safe manner in the bed of the truck.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343

WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
430 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Changing A Flat Tire..................... 333
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 275
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . 356
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 74
Checks, Safety ........................... 74
Child Restraint ........................ 61,62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............64,70
Child Seat .............................. 67
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 382
Climate Control ......................... 237
Clock .................. 187,189,204,206,209,218
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 236
Compass .............................. 146
Compass Calibration ..................... 146
Compass Variance ....................... 147
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 142
Console, Floor .......................... 159
Console, Overhead ....................... 141 Contract, Service
........................ 425
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 371
Cooling System ......................... 369
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 370
Coolant Capacity ...................... 399
Coolant Level ...................... 369,372
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 372
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 369
Inspection ........................... 372
Points to Remember .................... 373
Pressure Cap ......................... 371
Radiator Cap ......................... 371
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......370,399,400
Temperature Gauge .................... 174
Crates Rear Convenience Storage ................ 157
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 138
Cupholders ............................ 156
Customer Assistance ..................... 423
434 INDEX

Jump Starting......................... 343
Oil ........................... 359,399,400
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 360
Oil Selection .......................... 399
Oil Synthetic ......................... 361
Starting ............................. 249
Temperature Gauge .................... 174
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 55
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Exhaust Gas Caution ................75,302,366
Exhaust System ....................... 75,366
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 46
Exterior Lighting ........................ 131
Exterior Lights .......................... 77
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 362
Engine Oil ........................ 361,400
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 361 Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... 332
Turn Signal ................... 77,133,174,392
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 343
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ....................... 306
Engine Oil ........................... 305
Fuel Requirements .................. 303,304
Maintenance ......................... 306
Replacement Parts ..................... 306
Starting ............................. 306
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 250
Floor Console .......................... 159
Fluid, Brake ........................... 401
Fluid Capacities ......................... 399
Fluid Leaks ............................. 77
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 376
Brake .............................. 374
436 INDEX

Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls. . 235
Storage, Behind the Seat ................... 157
Storage Bin ............................ 157
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 390
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 347
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 361
System, Remote Starting .................... 26
Tachometer ............................ 177
Tailgate ............................... 165
Taillights .............................. 392
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 174
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 64
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 137
Tip Start .............................. 249
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 279
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 277
Tire Markings .......................... 273
Tire Safety Information .................... 273 Tires ............................
77,283,429
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 288
Air Pressure .......................... 283
Chains .............................. 290
Changing ............................ 333
General Information .................... 283
High Speed .......................... 285
Inflation Pressures ..................... 284
Jacking ............................. 337
Life of Tires .......................... 288
Load Capacity ..................... 279,280
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 293
Pressure Warning Light .................. 184
Quality Grading ....................... 429
Radial .............................. 286
Replacement ......................... 288
Rotation ............................ 292
Safety ........................... 273,283
Sizes ............................... 275
10
INDEX 445