child seat DODGE NITRO 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
•Never leave unattended children in a vehicle with
the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particu-
larly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power
sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
•In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Opening Sunroof - Express
Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will open automatically from any
position. The sunroof will open fully and stop automati-
cally. This is called Express Open. During Express Open
operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop
the sunroof.
Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially
opened condition until the switch is pushed and held
rearward again.
Closing Sunroof - Express
Press the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
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The center console has a removable storage tray which
can hold cell phones, PDAs, and other small items.CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Light
The cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate,
opening any door, or by rotating the dimmer control on
the multifunction lever to the extreme top position.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
The tie-downs located on the cargo area floor should be
used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving.
WARNING!
Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child
seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a hook
could pull loose and allow the child seat to come
loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the
anchors provided for child seat tethers.
Removable Storage Tray
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may
cause serious injury or death.
Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
Normal Starting
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the
accelerator pedal.Turn the ignition switch to the START position and
release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start
within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal
starting procedure.
Tip Start Feature
Turn the ignition switch to START position and release it
as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will
continue to run, but will automatically disengage itself
when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the
starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this
occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position,
wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting
procedure.
Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
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Power
Door Locks........................... 28
Inverter............................. 156
Mirrors.............................. 85
Steering..........................282,283
Sunroof............................. 150
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................... 410
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 47
Preparation for Jacking.................... 358
Programmable Electronic Features............ 198
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 23
Radial Ply Tires......................... 308
Radio, Satellite.......................... 240
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 391
Rear Park Sense System................... 137
Rear Window Defroster................... 166Rear Window Features.................... 165
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 165
Rearview Mirrors........................ 83
Reclining Front Seats..................... 121
Recreational Towing...................... 351
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 327
Refrigerant............................ 378
Release, Hood.......................... 127
Reminder, Lights On..................... 130
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 45
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 246
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Replacement Keys........................ 15
Replacement Parts....................... 372
Replacement Tires....................... 312
Reporting Safety Defects................... 432
Restraint, Head......................... 123
Restraints, Child......................... 65
INDEX 449
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Restraints, Occupant...................... 37
Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Type Carrier....................... 166
Rotation, Tires.......................... 315
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 76
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 77
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 432
Safety Information, Tire................... 296
Safety Tips............................. 76
Satellite Radio.......................... 240
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 241
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 412
Seat Belt Maintenance..................... 76
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 45
Seat Belts.............................. 38
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 43
And Pregnant Women................... 47
Child Restraint.......................65,73Extender............................. 47
Front Seat............................ 38
Inspection............................ 76
Maintenance.......................76,396
Shoulder Belt Anchorage................. 43
Seats................................. 120
Adjustment.......................... 120
Cleaning............................ 394
Head Restraints....................... 123
Heated............................. 124
Rear Folding......................... 125
Reclining............................ 121
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 17
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 409
Selection of Oil......................... 374
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 14
Sentry Key Programming................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement................... 15
Service Assistance....................... 429
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