2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 405
2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Manual
Page 405 highlights
M A I N T E N A N C E 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating S conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip C H driving. E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The "Change Oil" message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate, this means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). 8 Inspection and service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected. NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the NOTE: Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emistime since the last oil change. Change your vehicle's sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, performed by any automotive repair establishment or even if the oil change indicator message is NOT individual using any automotive part that has been illuminated. certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of California, California Air Resources Board regulations.