Dodge Nitro: 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 conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emissions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of California, California Air Resources Board regulations.
Maintenance schedule
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles “Oil Change ...See also:
Locking
1. Switch off the engine (see page 114 for
details).
2. Remove the remote key from the ignition
slot.
3. Open the driver's door.
> A sound will be audible when the steering
wheel lock enga ...
After towing on four wheels
1. Apply the parking brake. For vehicles with
an automatic gearbox, apply the footbrake
and then select Park position.
2. Switch off the ignition and remove the
Smart Key from the vehicle.
3. Rem ...
Second center seat belt
The second center seat belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles.
Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched
for proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle 1 is
...