2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 344
2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Manual
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 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. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpstarted 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 For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Rotate the winch mechanism until the wheel is drawn follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and into place against the underside of the vehicle. Continue precautions. to rotate until you feel the winch mechanism slip or click three times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the CAUTION! tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place. Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any NOTE: To Stow the Flat or Spare: Wheel retainer does other booster source with a system voltage greater not fit through the center of the aluminum wheel. The tire than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, must be stored in a safe manner in the bed of the truck. alternator or electrical system may occur. 6