service indicator DODGE POWER WAGON 2007 2.G User Guide

Life of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including but not limited to:
²Driving style
²Tire pressure
²Distance driven
WARNING!
Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have an accident result-
ing in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed (refer to the paragraph on
ªTread Wear Indicatorsº). Refer to the ªTire and Loading
Informationº placard for the size designation of your tire.
The service description and load identification will be
found on the original equipment tire. Failure to use
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend
that you contact your original equipment or an autho-
rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire
specifications or capability.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Vehicles equipped with California emissions controls
have a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called
OBDII. This system monitors the performance of the
emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control
systems. When these systems are operating properly,
your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel
economy, as well as engine emissions well within current
government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the ªMalfunction Indicator Light.º It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be driveable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the ªMalfunction Indicator
Lightº on could cause further damage to the emis-
sion control system. It could also affect fuel economy
and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before
any emissions tests can be performed.
If the ªMalfunction Indicator Lightº is flashing,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
GASCAP message will be displayed in the instrument
cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a ªclickingº sound is
heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the
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message off. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might
indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice
in a row, the system will turn on the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving the problem will turn
the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
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Center Seat Storage Compartment............ 152
Certification Label....................... 341
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 315
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 177
Child Restraint........................58,59
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............62,66
Child Seat............................59,65
Cigar Lighter........................... 150
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 422
Climate Control......................... 227
Clock.....................181,185,193,206,219
Clutch............................... 410
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 410
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 226
Compact Spare Tire...................... 327
Compass.............................. 136
Compass Calibration..................... 136
Compass Variance....................... 137Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 132
Console, Overhead....................... 131
Contract, Service........................ 468
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 406
Cooling System......................... 403
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 405
Coolant Capacity...................... 441
Coolant Level......................403,407
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 406
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 404
Inspection........................... 407
Points to Remember.................... 407
Pressure Cap......................... 406
Radiator Cap......................... 406
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......404,441,442
Temperature Gauge..................... 175
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 128
Cup Holder............................ 151
Customer Assistance..................... 466
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Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 16
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 123
Lap Belts.............................. 42
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 34
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 62
Life of Tires............................ 330
Lights............................. 118,164
Airbag............................56,174
Anti-Lock Warning..................178,310
Brake Warning........................ 178
Bulb Replacement...................430,431
Cap Top Clearance..................... 438
Cargo .............................. 122
Center Mounted Stop................... 437
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator)........ 177
Courtesy/Reading..................... 132Cruise.............................. 181
Daytime Running...................... 121
Fog ..........................122,179,440
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 262
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 366
Headlights........................... 120
High Beam........................124,174
High Beam Indicator.................... 174
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 124
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................... 173
Intensity Control....................... 119
Interior........................... 119,132
Lights On Reminder.................... 122
Passing............................. 124
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 174
Service...........................430,431
Transfer Case......................... 262
Transmission Warning................... 180
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Turn Signal..................123,173,431,434
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 173
Limited-Slip Differential................262,411
Loading Vehicle......................... 341
Tires ............................... 318
Locks................................. 26
Child Protection........................ 29
Door................................ 26
Keys................................ 12
Power Door........................... 26
Steering Wheel......................... 15
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 62
Lubricants............................. 416
Lubrication, Body....................... 401
Lug Nuts............................. 372
Lumbar Support........................ 113
Maintenance........................... 388
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 396Maintenance Procedures................... 388
Maintenance Schedule.................... 446
Schedule ªAº......................... 460
Schedule ªBº......................... 449
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)..... 386
Manual, Service......................... 470
Manual Transmission..................255,412
Fluid Level Check...................... 412
Lubricant Selection..................412,443
Shift Speeds.......................... 257
Mirrors................................ 83
Automatic Dimming..................... 84
Electric Powered....................... 85
Outside.............................. 84
Rearview............................. 83
Trailer Towing......................86,358
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................387,469
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 313
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