DODGE DAKOTA 2011 3.G Owner's Manual

HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking
Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, locatedon the instrument panel to the left of
the steering wheel, to the first detent
for parking lights and to the second
detent for headlights.
• With the parking lights or low beam headlights on, push the headlight
switch once for fog lights.
• Rotate the headlight switch to “A” for AUTO headlights.
• When set to “A” (AUTO), the system automatically turns the headlights on
or off based on ambient light levels.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the
instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a
door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on. Refer to your
Media Center/Radio User Manual on the DVD for display dimming.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
Cargo Light
• The cargo light is strategically placed lighting that helps illuminate the bedarea of the truck. A cargo light symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate
the light is on.
• Push the button to turn ON/OFF the cargo lighting.
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SPEED CONTROL
• The speed control switches arelocated on the steering wheel.
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF switch to activatethe Speed Control.
• CRUISE will appear in the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control
is on.
• Push the ON/OFF switch a second time to turn the system off.
Set
• With the Speed Control on, push andrelease the SET switch to set a
desired speed.
Accel/Decel
• Push and hold the RESUME/ACCEL switch to accelerate or push and hold the
DECEL switch to decelerate the vehicle; release the switch to save the new set
speed.
• Once a speed is set, pushing the RESUME/ACCEL switch once or the DECEL switch once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph
(2 km/h).
Resume
• To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the RESUME/ACCEL switch and release.
Cancel
• Push the CANCEL switch, or apply the brakes or clutch, to cancel the setspeed and maintain the set speed memory.
• Push the ON/OFF switch to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation off.
• Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes.
WIND BUFFETING
• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. Ifbuffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear
windows together.
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NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC)
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Media Center 230 (Sales Code REQ)
NOTE:Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and
Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press
the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have
the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”
if you do not.
• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of youand your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when
driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from
driving.
• The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. Seek through tracks in CD mode.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Audio Settings
• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the
desired setting.
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Audio Jack
• The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassetteplayer, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system,
using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle
speakers.
• Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device to play
through the vehicle's speakers.
• The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device.
Clock Setting
• Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink; turn the TUNE/SCROLLcontrol knob to set the hours.
• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink; turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the time change.
• To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.
Store Radio Presets
• Press the SET/RND button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select the button (1–6).
• A second station may be added to each push button. Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display, then select button (1–6).
How To Load Multiple CDs/DVDs
Media Center 230 (Sales Code REQ) Only
• Press the LOAD button and then press the button with the corresponding number (1–6) where the CD will be loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT
and prompt when to INSERT DISC.
• After the radio displays INSERT DISC, insert the CD into the player. The radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and “READING
DISC” when the radio is reading the disc.
• Press the eject button and then the corresponding number (1–6) to eject the desired disc.
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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
• The steering wheel audio controlsare located on the rear surface of the
steering wheel.
Right Switch
• Press the switch up or down toincrease or decrease the volume.
• Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
Left Switch
• Press the switch up or down tosearch for the next listenable station
or select the next or previous CD
track.
• Press the button in the center to select the next preset station (radio) or to change CDs if equipped with a CD Changer.
Uconnect™ Phone
• To determine if your vehicle is equipped with Uconnect™ Phone, press theUconnect™ Phone button. If your vehicle has this feature, after a couple
seconds you will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the
radio “Uconnect phone not available”.
• The Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command
section).
• The Uconnect™ Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands.
• For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System (VES)™, refer to the Uconnect™ Phone section of the Uconnect™ User's Manual on the DVD for
further details.
• For vehicles not equipped with VES™, refer to your vehicle Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Profile, Version 0.96 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer
support, call 1–877–855–8400 or visit www.ramtrucks.com/uconnect.
Phone Pairing
NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also
need to follow the Bluetooth®instructions in your cell phone user guide to
complete the phone pairing setup.
• Press the Phone button
to begin.
• Wait for the “ready” prompt and BEEP.
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• (After the BEEP), say “Uconnect setup”.
• (After the BEEP), say “phone pairing”.
• (After the BEEP), say “pair a phone”.
• Follow the audible prompts.
• You will be asked to enter a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN),which you will later need to enter into your mobile phone. You can enter any
four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN after the initial pairing
process.
• You will then be prompted to give the phone pairing a name (each phone paired should have a unique name).
• Next you will be asked to give this new pairing a priority of 1 thru 7 (up to seven phones may be paired); 1 is the highest and 7 is the lowest priority. The
system will only connect to the highest priority phone that exists within the
proximity of the vehicle.
Making A Phone Call
• Press the Phone button.
• (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” a name).
• (After the BEEP), say number (or name).
Phonebook Edit
• Press the Phone button.
• (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”.
• (After the BEEP), say “new entry” or “list names” or “delete”.
• Follow the prompts.
Receiving A Call – Accept (And End)
• When an incoming call rings/is announced on Uconnect™, press the Phone button
.
• To end a call, press the Phone button
.
Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call
• During a call, press the Voice Command button.
• (After the BEEP), say “mute” (or “mute off”).
Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle
• During a call, press the Voice Command button.
• (After the BEEP), say “transfer call”.
Changing The Volume
• Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button, then adjust the volume
during a normal call.
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• Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to acomfortable level while the Uconnect™ system is speaking. Please note the
volume setting for Uconnect™ is different than the audio system.
NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the Uconnect™ hard-key. After the BEEP, say
“tutorial”. Press any hard-key/button or touch the display (Touch-Screen radio) to
cancel the tutorial.
WARNING!
• Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use. All attention should be
kept on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in a collision
causing you and others to be severely injured or killed.
• In an emergency, to use Uconnect™ Phone, your mobile phone must be: • turned on,
• paired to Uconnect™ Phone,
• and have network coverage.
Uconnect™ VOICE COMMAND
• The Uconnect™ Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FMradio, satellite radio, disc player, HDD, Uconnect™ Phone, a memo recorder,
and supported portable media devices.
• When you press the Voice Command button
located on the radio
faceplate or steering wheel, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to
give a command. If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the
system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wish to interrupt the
system while it lists options, press the Voice Command button
, listen
for the BEEP, and say your command.
Voice Command for Text Messaging
• If equipped with Uconnect™ Voice Command, your Media Center 430N radio may be able to play incoming SMS messages through the vehicle sound
system.
• It also allows you to respond by selecting from various pre-defined phrases.
• Not all phones are compatible with this feature. Refer to the phone compatibility list at www.ramtrucks.com/uconnect. Connected mobile phones
must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio.
Changing The Volume
• Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button,thensaya
command (for example, “tutorial”).
• Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume
setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system.
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• For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System (VES)™, refer to theUconnect™ Voice Command section of the Uconnect™ User's Manual on the
DVD for further details.
• For vehicles not equipped with VES™, refer to your vehicle Owner's Manual on the DVD for Uconnect™ Voice Command information.
NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the Voice Command button
.Afterthe
BEEP, say “tutorial”. Press any hard-key/button or touch the display (Touch-Screen
radio) to cancel the tutorial.
WARNING!
Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving
conditions following local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept
on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you
and others to be severely injured or killed.
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
• The following features may be programmed using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver's door lock switch.
NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the
Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle
Security Alarm.
Unlock On First Press
• To unlock either the driver's side, or all doors, on the first press of the UNLOCK button:
• Press and hold the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the
LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Auto Unlock Doors On Exit
• To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors.
• Fasten your seatbelt.
• Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON andthen back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position (do not start
the engine).
• Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
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