Dodge Dakota (R1). Manual — part 184

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: The following safety precautions must be
observed when towing a vehicle.

• Secure loose and protruding parts.

• Always use a safety chain system that is inde-

pendent of the lifting and towing equipment.

• Do not allow towing equipment to contact the

disabled vehicle’s fuel tank.

• Do not allow anyone under the disabled vehicle

while it is lifted by the towing device.

• Do not allow passengers to ride in a vehicle

being towed.

• Always observe state and local laws regarding

towing regulations.

• Do not tow a vehicle in a manner that could

jeopardize the safety of the operator, pedestrians or
other motorists.

• Do not attach tow chains, T-hooks, or J-hooks to

a bumper, steering linkage, drive shafts or a non-re-
inforced frame hole.

• Do not tow a heavily loaded vehicle. Damage to

the cab, cargo box or frame may result. Use a flat
bed device to transport a loaded vehicle.

GROUND CLEARANCE

CAUTION: If vehicle is towed with wheels removed,
install lug nuts to retain brake drums.

A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheels

are a minimum 100 mm (4 in) from the ground. Be
sure there is adequate ground clearance at the oppo-
site end of the vehicle, especially when towing over
rough terrain or steep rises in the road. If necessary,
remove the wheels from the lifted end of the vehicle
and lower the vehicle closer to the ground, to
increase the ground clearance at the opposite end of
the vehicle. Install lug nuts on wheel attaching studs
to retain brake drums.

RAMP ANGLE

If a vehicle with flat bed towing equipment is used,

the approach ramp angle should not exceed 15
degrees.

TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE

When the vehicle is locked and keys are not avail-

able, use a flat bed hauler. A Sling-type device can be
used on 4WD vehicles provided all the wheels are
lifted off the ground using tow dollies.

STANDARD PROCEDURE—TWO WHEEL DRIVE
VEHICLE TOWING

TOWING-REAR END LIFTED

CAUTION:
Short bed vehicles must be towed with a Wheel-lift
device (Fig. 10) or transported on a flat bed (Fig.
11). Long bed vehicles must be transported on a
flat bed.

2WD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels

on the surface for extended distances at speeds not
exceeding 48 km/h (30 mph).

(1) Attach wheel lift device to rear wheels.
(2) Attach safety chains to frame rails. Route

chains so not to interfere with tail pipe when vehicle
is lifted.

(3) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to

unlock the steering wheel.

CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to
secure steering wheel during towing operation.

(4) Secure steering wheel in straight ahead posi-

tion with a clamp device designed for towing.

(5) Verify that steering components are in good

condition.

(6) Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.

TOWING-FRONT END LIFTED

When lifting from the front end, all vehicles must

be towed with a Wheel-lift device or transported on a
flat bed.

(1) Attach Wheel-lift device to front wheels.

Fig. 10 Short Bed Vehicle Towing—Typical

Fig. 11 Long Bed Vehicle Towing—Typical

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(2) Attach the safety chains to the disabled vehicle

at the frame rails.

CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to
secure steering wheel during towing operation.

(3) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to

unlock the steering wheel.

TWO WHEEL DRIVE—MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION

Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in

NEUTRAL at speeds not to exceed 30 mph (50
km/h) and distances less than 15 miles (25km/h).

If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles,

the propeller shaft should be disconnected or place
tow dollies under rear wheels.

STANDARD PROCEDURE—FOUR WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE TOWING

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TOWING—REAR END LIFTED

CAUTION:
Short bed vehicles must be towed with a Wheel-lift
device (Fig. 10) or transported on a flat bed. Long
bed vehicles must be transported on a flat bed (Fig.
11). When using a Wheel-lift device, all wheels must
be lifted off the ground using tow dollies.

(1) Raise the front of the vehicle off the ground

and install tow dollies under front wheels.

(2) Attach wheel lift device to rear wheels.
(3) Attach safety chains to frame rails. Route

chains so not to interfere with tail pipe when vehicle
is lifted.

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to

unlock the steering wheel.

CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to
secure steering wheel during towing operation.

(5) Secure steering wheel in straight ahead posi-

tion with a clamp device designed for towing.

(6) Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL.

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TOWING—FRONT END
LIFTED

When lifting from the front end, all vehicles must

be towed with a wheel-lift device or transported on a
flat bed.

(1) Raise the rear of the vehicle off the ground and

install tow dollies under rear wheels.

(2) Attach wheel lift device to front wheels.
(3) Attach the safety chains to the disabled vehicle

at the frame rails.

CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to
secure steering wheel during towing operation.

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to

unlock the steering wheel.

(5) Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL.

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FLUID TYPES

DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS - CAPACITES

FLUID CAPACITIES

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATION

FUEL TANK

Standard

57 L (15 gal.)

Optional

83 L (22 gal.)

ENGINE OIL W/Filter Change

2.5L

4.3 L (4.5 qts.)

2.5L Diesel

6.8 L (7.2 qts.

3.9L

4.3 L (4.5 qts

5.2L

4.7 L (5.0 qts.)

COOLING SYSTEM

2.5L

9.3 L (9.8 qts.)

2.5L Diesel

8.0L (8.4 qts.)

3.9L

13.2 L (14.0)

5.2L

13.7 L (14.6 qts)

AUTOMATIC

Dry Fill Capacites*

42RE

9.1-9.5 L (19-20 pts.)

46RE

9.1-9.5 L (19-20 pts.)

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

AX15

3.1 L (6.6 pts.)

NV1500HD

2.2 L (4.7 pta.)**

REAR AXLE

216 RBI Axle

2.60 L (5.50 pts.)

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATION

POWER STEERING

Power steering fluid capacities are dependent on
engine/chassis options as well as steering gear/cooler
options. Depending on type and size of internal
cooler, length and inside diameter of cooler lines, or
use of an auxiliary cooler, these capacities may vary.
Refer to Section 19 of the service manual for proper
fill and bleed procedures.

*Depending on the type and size of internal cooler,
length and inside diameter of cooler lines, or use of
an auxiliary cooler, these figures may vary. Refer to
Group 21, Transmission for proper fluid fill
procedures.

*Include 0.1 L (0.22 pts.) Friction Modifier.

FLUID TYPES

DESCRIPTION — ENGINE OIL—DIESEL
ENGINES

Use only Diesel Engine Oil meeting standard MIL-

2104C or API Classification SG/CF or CCMC PD2.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADE

CAUTION: Low viscosity oils must have the proper
API quality or the CCMC G5 designation.

To assure of properly formulated engine oils, it is

recommended that SAE Grade 15W-40 engine oils
that meet Chrysler material standard MS-6395, be
used. European Grade 10W-40 oils are also accept-
able.

Oils of the SAE 5W-40 or 8W-80 grade number are

preferred when minimum temperatures consistently
fall below -12°C.

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