trip computer DODGE DAKOTA 2010 3.G Owners Manual

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 138
▫ To Activate ......................... 139
▫ To Set a Desired Speed ................ 139
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 139
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 139
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 139
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 140
 Overhead Console ..................... 141
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. 142
 Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer . . . 142
▫ US/M Button ....................... 142
▫ Reset Button ........................ 143
▫ Step Button ........................ 143 ▫
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ....... 144
▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) .............. 144
▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ................. 145
▫ Elapsed Time (ET) ................... 145
▫ C/T Button ........................ 145
▫ Global Reset ........................ 146
▫ Compass/Temperature Display .......... 146
▫ Automatic Compass Calibration .......... 146
▫ Manual Compass Calibration ............ 146
▫ To Put Into a Calibration Mode .......... 147
▫ Outside Temperature .................. 148
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 148
▫ Programming HomeLink .............. 149
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WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control. An accident could be the result.
Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic
or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or
slippery.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The overhead console has the following features:
•Courtesy Lights
•Garage Door Opener — If Equipped
•Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer — If
Equipped
Overhead Console
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Courtesy/Reading Lights
Near the front of the console are two courtesy/reading
lights.
Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is
opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the
courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when
the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also
operated individually as reading lights by pressing the
recessed area of the corresponding lens.
NOTE:The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle. If the interior
lights are left on after the vehicle is turned OFF, they will
extinguish after approximately 10 minutes.
COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER
This feature allows you to choose between a compass/
temperature display and one of four trip conditions being
monitored.
US/M Button
Use the US/M button to change the display from U.S. to
metric measurement units.
US/M Button
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
•Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are training the Universal Transceiver.
Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other
objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use
this transceiver with a garage door opener that has
a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal
safety standards. This includes most garage door
opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not
use a garage door opener without these safety
features. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the
Internet at www.HomeLink.com for safety infor-
mation or assistance.
•Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan-
gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage
while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can
cause serious injury or death.
Programming HomeLink
Before You Begin
The Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) illuminates
the HomeLinksymbol (a house with an arrow inside it)
along with 1, 2 or 3 indicators under it, when a
HomeLink button is pressed.
Pay attention to the indicator(s), as they will flash at
different rates, or remain solid during training.
If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons,
erase all channels before you begin training.
To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for
20 seconds. Release the buttons when the indicators start
to flash.
It is recommended that a new batterybe placed in the
handheld transmitter of the device being copied to
HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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Vehicle Odometer Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, the following
messages will display in the odometer:
door............................. Door Ajar
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
LoW tirE ..................... LowTirePr essure
noFUSE .......................... Fuse Fault
CHAngE OIL ............... Oil Change Required
LoW WASH .................. LowW asher Fluid
On vehicles equipped with a Overhead Console with
Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer, some ve-
hicle messages may display in the Overhead Console
with Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer when
the appropriate conditions exist. Refer to Overhead Con-
sole with Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information. gASCAP
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display
area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
LoW tirE
When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer
display will toggle between LoW and tirE for three
cycles.
noFUSE
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Igni-
tion Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or
damaged, a “noFUSE” message will display in the odom-
eter display area. For further information on fuses and fuse
locations refer to “Fuses” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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

Tread Wear Indicators.................... 287
Trip Computer .......................... 142
Trip Odometer .......................... 179
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 187
Turn Signals ................... 133,174,391,392
uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 86
Underhood Fuses ........................ 385
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 429
Universal Transmitter ..................... 148
Unlock, Auto ........................... 32
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ............... 161
Variance, Compass ....................... 147
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ...................... 280,309
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ......................... 390
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 115Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description). . 174
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 426
Washers, Windshield ..................... 136
Washing Vehicle ......................... 380
Water Driving Through ...................... 265
Weight Load Carrying .................... 309
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 382
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 382
Wheel Changing ........................ 333
Wheel Mounting ........................ 337
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... 341
Wind Buffeting .......................... 36
Window Fogging ........................ 241
Windows .............................. 34
Power ............................... 34
Rear Sliding .......................... 162
Windshield Defroster ................... 76,239
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