Dodge 2006 Durango - Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ▫ Sentry Key — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 䡵 Ignition And Steering Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The double sided keys may be inserted into the lockswith either side up. The keys for your new vehicle areenclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed tothe front. The bar code can be used to order duplicatekeys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you receivedyour k...

on the remaining transmitters will work. If the vehicle ismoving 5 mph or more, then all the transmitter buttonsare disabled for all keys. NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of thesesystems may result in vehicle starting problems and aloss of ...

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipment. IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systemsare locked to provide anti-theft protection for your ve-hicle. It...

WARNING! The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selectoris in the PARK position. Do not attempt to pull theshift lever out of PARK after the key is in the LOCKposition. NOTE: The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed, and the steering wheel is turned around 115degrees clockwise or 65 ...

Power Door Locks Vehicles equipped with power door locks can be lockedor unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lockswitches located on the front doors or by pressing theLOCK or UNLOCK buttons on the Remote Keyless Entrykey fob. Power Door Lock Switches Power Door Lock Switch Operation 1...

As a safety feature the doors will not lock when using thedoor lock switches during the following conditions: • The driver’s door is open while the key is in theignition. Automatic Door Locks If this feature is enabled, your door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph(2...

occur only after the vehicle has been shifted into the Parkposition after the vehicle has been driven (shifted out ofPark and all doors closed). This feature will not operate if there is any manualoperation of the power door locks (Lock or Unlock). Auto Unlock Feature Programming Customer Programmin...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in therear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child-protection door lock system. To use the system, open each rear door and slide thecontrol UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengagethe child-protection locks...

WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection locks areengaged. NOTE: After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to makecertain it is in the desired p...

NOTE: Your vehicle’s keyfob may have three, four or five buttons (shown), depending on the optional featurespurchased with your vehicle. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors andliftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances aminimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radiotr...

5. If the desired programming was not achieved or toreactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. To lock the doors and liftgate: Press and release the LOCK button on the key fob to lockall doors and liftgate. If the ignition is OFF, when thedoors are locked, the parking lights will flash on once...

Flash Lamps with Lock Programming 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the key fob. 2. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds,also press the LOCK button within 6 seconds. A singlechime will sound to indicate that this feature haschanged. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test ...

General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may ca...

2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seatbelt will cancelany chiming that may confuse you during this program-ming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the key fob. 6. After hold...

Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove thescrew. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use aflat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal duringremoval. 2. Remove...

To Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks oruse the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. Afterall the doors are locked and closed the security light inthe instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that thesystem is arming. The security light in the instrume...

UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed SentryKey into the ignition and turning the key to the ONposition. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your Dodge Durango may be equipped with a remotestarting system, which will allow the vehicle to be startedup to 300 feet away from the vehicle using the...

To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during aremote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using theUNLOCK button on the key fob. After the vehicle isunlocked, you have 60 seconds to enter the vehicle, insertthe key in the Ignition and move it to the RUN position,otherwise the engine w...

NOTE: When the engine is running from a Remote Start (if equipped), the vehicle must first be unlocked bypressing the keyfob UNLOCK button prior to activatingthe Power Liftgate otherwise the engine will stop auto-matically. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. Toopen the liftgate, de...

Power Liftgate — If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by usingthe button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Pressthe button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twicewithin five seconds, to open the power liftgate. Once theliftgate is fully open, pressing the button twic...

WARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargodamage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path isclear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latchedbefore driving away. A beeping signal will sound two seconds before theliftgate starts to open or close. NOTE: • If anything obstructs the p...

WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door has up-down switchesthat give you finger tip control of all four power win-dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on thepassenger doors for passenger window control. Thewindows will operate only when the ignition switch isturned to...

ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened.This feature can be turned off by your authorized dealer. NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for ten minutes after theignition it turned OFF. Auto Down The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down featu...

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems. These include the frontand rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, kneebolsters, front airbags for both the driver and frontpassenger, and if equipped left and right side curtainairbag...

of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking theinside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle have combinationlap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de-signed to lock during very sudden s...

WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the strongest parts of yourbody and can take the forces of a collision thebest. Wearing your belt in the wrong place couldmake your injuries in a collision much worse. ...

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upon the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight,tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug beltreduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. WARNING...

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing toallow the belt to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collisionand leave you with no protection. ...

Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove any slack from the seat belt system in the event ofa collision. These devices improve the performance of theseat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the...

Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System(BeltAlert) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed isgreater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced WarningSystem (BeltAlert) will alert the driver to buckle their seatbelt. The driver shoul...

buckled. A chime will sound immediately (once thefeature has toggled). If during this time the ignitionswitch is turned out of the ON position or the timerexpires, programming mode will be cancelled. 4. Programming mode will be cancelled after the featurehas toggled with the seat belt still buckled ...

Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with theinstrument panel knee bolsters to provide improvedprotection for the driver and front passenger. Windowbags also work with seat belts to improve occupantprotection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many typesof collisions. The front ...

NOTE: Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint. • The Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light (an amber light located in the center of the instrumentpanel) tells the driver and front passenger when thefront passenger airbag is ...

sensors, a fault will occur which turns on both the PADIndicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light. Once thelodged object is removed, the fault will be automaticallycleared after a short period of time. • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel...

• The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC(with side impact option) detects a collision requiringthe window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators onthe crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gasis generated to inflate the w...

• Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seatcover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than thoseapproved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar. • At no time should any supplemental restraint system(SRS) component or SRS related component or fas-tener be modified or replaced with any part excep...

NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. Thisdoes not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, anyor all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometim...

Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to failwhen you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is notthere to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring,including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steerin...

• The light flickers or comes on and remains on whiledriving. NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working, the airbag control mod-ule may also be disabled. The airbags may not be readyto inflate for your protection. Promptly check fuse blockfor blown fuses. Refe...

LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (See theLATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System section.) • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passengerairbag. An airbag deployment could cause severeinjury or death to infants in this position. Older Childr...

restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offeradd-on tether strap kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged totake advantage of all the available attachments providedwith your child restraint in any vehicle. All three second row seating positions have lower an-chorages that are capable of accommod...

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystem We urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not allchild restraint systems will be installed as described here.Again, carefully follow the installation instructions thatwere provided w...

and some rear-facing infant restraints will also beequipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to thetether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting thetension of the strap. You will first loosen the adjusters onthe lower straps and on the tether strap so that you canmore easily attach the h...

Second Row Seat Tether Anchors 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Child Restraints in Third Row Seating (IfEquipped) The third seating row is not capable of installing childrestraints that require the use of a tether strap. There areno tether anchor provisions for the third seating row inyour vehicle, the hooks in the rear floor are not designedto withstand the fo...

WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toseat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, theseat could come loose and allow the child to crashinto the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, oreven be thrown from the vehicle. Use only theanchor positions directly behind th...

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside TheVehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replacedimmediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident ifthey have been damag...

Fluid Leaks Check the area under vehicle after overnight parking forfuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasolinefumes are detected, the cause should be located andcorrected. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 2

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .84 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners . . . . . . . . . . 112 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 ▫ ...

CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth andwipe the mirror clean. Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a s...

Electric Remote-Control Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the leftor right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wandin the direction you want the mirror to move. Whenfinished adjusting the m...

WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on your rightside mirror could cause you to collide with anothervehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror whenjudging the size or distance of a vehic...

that enables different electronic devices to connect toeach other without wires or a docking station, so UCon-nect works no matter where you stow your cellularphone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long asyour phone is turned on and has been paired to thevehicle’s UConnect™ system. The U...

Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon-nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider orthe phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with thevehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™system can either be adjusted from the radio volumec...

• You will then be asked for the name of the phonebookentry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work,mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. • When prompted, recite the new phone number for thephonebook entry that you are editing. After you are finished editing an en...

Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through theUConnect™ system if the feature(s) are available on yourcellular service plan. For example, if your cellular serviceplan provides three-way calling, this feature can beaccessed through the UConnect™ system. Check withyour cellular...

Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial. ⬙ • The UConnect™ system will call the last number thatwas dialed on your cellular phone. Note: this may notbe the last number dialed from the UConnect™ sys-tem. Call Continuation Call cont...

• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to(English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to completelanguage selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts andvoice commands will be i...

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phonekeypad and still use the UConnect™ system (whiledialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercisecaution and take precautionary safety measures). Bydialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellula...

Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phonenumber ⬙ #121, ⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc.related information. Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system all...

WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat couldcause you to lose control. The seat belt might not beproperly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjustany seat only while the vehicle is parked. Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners The bucket seats...

WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under the seat belt andbe seriously or even fatally injured. Use the reclineronly when the vehicle is parked. Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquipped ...

To lower the head restraint, depress the release buttonlocated at the base of the head restraint and push downon the head restraint. 8 - Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver power seat switches are located on the leftside of the driver seat lower side trim. The bottom switchcontrols up/d...

4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located onthe right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. Thebottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment.The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not ha...

passenger to select from two different levels of supple-mental electrical seat heating, or no seat heating to suittheir individual comfort requirements. With the ignition switch in the RUN position, depressingthe heated seat switch rocker to its momentary High orLow position provides power to the he...

WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-tion or other physical condition must exercise carewhen using the seat heater. It may cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if used...

WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% secondrow seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40%second row seats are only intended to be tumbled forentry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to followthese instructions could result in personal injury. NOTE: The seatback must be fully f...

Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped To Fold The Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages: First thecushion is lifted and moved forward from the pockets atthe front of the cushion. The cushion will rest onto thefloor directly behind the second row seat. Second, the topof the back is folded fo...

To Achieve Maximum Cargo Capacity Pull the release handles and strap on the second rowseats and fold flat. After folding the third row seat,unsnap the flipper panel on the third row seatback andflip it forward on the backs of the second row seats. Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward Rear Seat Folde...

NOTE: Before returning the second row 40% seats to their upright position, always snap the third row seatflipper panel(s) back to the third row seat first. NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the seat back. WARNING! Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushionand back are prop...

DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on thedriver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seatposition, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustablebrake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tem-perature Control (ATC) temperature and radio stat...

Memory Position Recall NOTE: • The driver’s seat belt must be unbuckled to recallmemory positions. • The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory posi-tions. • Not all motors may be moved at one time. Please referto the 8-way power seat description. To recall the memory settings for driver one, pres...

3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the UNLOCKbutton on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. To disable another transmitter linked to either memoryposition, repeat steps 1-3 for each transmitter. NOTE: The capability to link Remote Keyless Entry transmitters to memory is enabled when delivered ...

the seat is positioned rearward enough and no benefitfrom moving the seat any farther rearward. NOTE: The Easy Exit Easy Entry feature is not enabled when delivered from the factory. The Easy Exit EasyEntry feature may be enabled (or later disabled) by aqualified DaimlerChrysler service representati...

LIGHTS UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 3

Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to thesecond upward detent position, or when the UNLOCKbutton is pressed on the key fob. When a door is openand the interior light...

If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycledoff, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after 8minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on for 8minutes while the ignition is off, the exterior lights willautomatically turn off. NOTE: Battery Saver mode is cancelled if th...

Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first positionto the right, the parking lights, taillights, side markerlights, license plate light and instrument panel lights areall turned on. The headlights will turn ON when theswitch is rotated to the second po...

Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand orleft-hand turn. The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashesto indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. If an indicator failsto light when the lever is moved, it wo...

Windshield Washers To use the washer, push in on the washer knob on the endof the multifunction control lever and hold while spray isdesired. If the washer knob is depressed while in thedelay range, the wiper will operate for several secondsafter the washer knob is released. It will then resume thei...

deep snow, sand, or gravel turn the system Off toimprove traction. If the vehicle is 4WD, use 4HI position. When the ESP is switched off, the ESP/TCSIndicator light in the instrument cluster comeson. When the ESP is switched on, the Indicatorlight goes out. To improve the vehicle’s traction when dri...

WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and havean accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPE...

Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in thecenter of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left ofthe steering column near the parking brake release, up tom...

Functions 3.7L 4.7L 5.7L Engage Speed 35 mph (56 km/h) 35 mph (56 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) Minimun RESUME Speed 30 mph (50 km/h) 30 mph (50 km/h) 20 mph (32 km/h) ACCEL Increase 2 mph (3km/h) 2 mph (3km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h) DECEL Decrease 1 mph (2 km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h) Dropout Speed 30 mph ...

WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the systemcan’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle couldgo too fast for the conditions, and you could losecontrol. An accident could be the result. Don’t useSpeed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that arewinding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. ...

WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, norcan it increase braking or steering efficiency be-yond that afforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, includingtho...

applies optimum pressure to the brakes. The systemapplies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergencybraking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis-tances. The BAS complements the antilock brake system(ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in thebest BAS assistance. To receive the ben...

• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less thanappropriate for the steering wheel position. ESP/TCS Indicator Light The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active.The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ also flashes when TCS is activ...

High Range (4WD Models) or 2WD Models ON This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD highrange and in 2WD vehicles. Whenever the vehicle isstarted or the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from4WD low range or neutral back to 4WD high range, theESP system will be in this mode. This mode sho...

situation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off”mode is overcome, turn ESP on by momentarily depress-ing the “ESP Control Switch”. This may be done with thevehicle is in motion. 4WD Low Range Partial Off This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD lowrange. Whenever the vehicle is st...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features: • Courtesy Lights • Garage Door Opener — If Equipped • Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer — IfEquipped Courtesy/Reading Lights Near the front of the console are two courtesy/readinglights. Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights...

COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER This feature allows you to choose between a compass/temperature display and one of four trip conditions beingmonitored. US/M Button Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metricmeasurement units. RESET Button When this button is pressed you will hea...

After completing one 360° turn, with the vehicle travelingless than 5 mph (8 km/h), in an area free from large metalor metallic objects, the CAL symbol will turn off and thecompass will function normally. Manual Compass Calibration NOTE: To ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass va...

To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold theRESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari-ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEPbutton to select the new variance zone and press theRESET button to resume normal operatio...

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink 威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices such as garage door openers, motorizedgates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at thepush of a button. The Universal Transceiver operate...

WARNING! Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri-ous injury or death. WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver. Donot train t...

2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3inches (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink buttons whilekeeping the indicator light (dots below House Symbol) inview. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLinkbutton that you want to train and the hand-held trans-mitter buttons. Do not releas...

condition until the switch is pushed forward again. Toclose fully, hold the switch in the forward position untilthe glass movement has stopped. The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also openas the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed ifthe sunroof is open. WARNING! Never leave childr...

the rear windows open, open the front and rear windowstogether to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurswith the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening tominimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel....

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (BatteryFed Configuration) CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, ifplugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery willdischarge sufficiently to degrad...

FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK The load carried on the roof when equipped with aluggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and shouldbe uniformly distributed over the cargo area. The side rails between the stantions should be used to tiedown cargo. Check the straps frequently to be sure tha...

CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a removablecargo liner and removable cargo organizer. To open the side cover, pull on the cover latch. To openthe organizer base pull on the center latch. To remove the organizer from the vehicle, pull the righthand side of ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 䡵 Radio Reception Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 ...

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 181 4

Instrument Cluster 182 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gage The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank whenignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Temperature Gage The temperature gage indicates engine coolanttemperature. Any reading within the normalrange indicates that the cooling system is operat- ing satisfac...

CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system coulddamage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on,safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehiclein neutral with the air conditioner turned off untilthe light turns off. If the if the light remains on, turnthe engine off immediately, a...

driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible.NOTE: • ⬙ The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ and the ⬙ ESP/ BAS Warning Lamp ⬙ come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicki...

27. Airbag Indicator The indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8seconds when the ignition is first turned ON. Ifthe light does not come on when the ignition isfirst turned on, or the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the airbag system checked by anauthorized dealer. 28. 4LO Indicato...

another. Noise from storms and power lines can alsointerfere with AM reception. Reducing the treble canreduce some of the noise. FM Reception FM Stereo signals produce better sound quality than AMsignals. However, FM signals will only travel approxi-mately 10 to 40 miles (16 to 64 km). Tall structur...

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO ANDHANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate ...

Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between theCD player or Satellite Radio (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the nextlistenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (ifequipped) mode. Press the right side of the b...

Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right sideTune/Audio control to set the minutes. The minutes willbegin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using t...

Operation Instructions - CD Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CDlabel facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled intothe CD Player and the CD icon w...

Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichallows the user to plug in a portable device such as anMP3 player, cassette player or microphone and utilize thevehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and playthrough the vehicle speakers. The auxilia...

RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) No function. RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Mode Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between theCD player or Satellite Radio (if equipped). Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — IfEquipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE (UConne...

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Pressthe ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volu...

will return. Rotating the volume control, turning theradio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will alsoreturn the sound from the speakers NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the MUTE button mutes the microphone. SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search ...

RW/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tunerto search for the next frequency in the direction of thearrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM or Satel-lite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increas...

RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CDMODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an interestingchange of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomlyselected tr...

• Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension) Multisession disc formats are supported...

MPEG Specifi- cation Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and a...

MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc.The radio scrolls through the following TAG information:Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail-able). Press the MSG or INFO button once more to return to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ priority mode. Pr...

Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (IfEquipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner’sManual. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (IfEquipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’sManual. Operating Instructions - Video EntertainmentSystem (VES 威 ) (If Eq...

System Activation NOTE: Your vehicle’s radio must be on and in satellite mode when the activation process takes place. To activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call thetoll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web siteat www.sirius.com. Please have the following informa-tion availab...

one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memorybutton during a music type scan, will call up the memorychannel and stop the search. PTY Button ⴖ SEEK ⴖ When the desired program is obtained, press the ⬙ SEEK ⬙ button within five seconds. The channel will change tothe next channel that matches the ...

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel toaccess the switches. The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch willincrease t...

The button located in the center of the left hand controlwill tune to the next pre-set station that you haveprogrammed in the radio pre-set push-buttons. CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the nexttrack on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch oncewill go to the beginning o...

NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflectivecoating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try aknown good disc before considering disc player service. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR...

Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning On or Off perform thefollowing steps: • Position the mode control button to the desired airflowsetting. • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. • Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located tothe right of the temperature cont...

Front Mode Control The mode control allows you tochoose from several patterns of airdistribution. NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions betweenthe major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-tified by the small dots and give an eve...

NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmerair goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool conditions. Heat (Floor) Outside air flows primarily through the floor out-lets located under the instru...

mode on the front control will give you air from theoutlets in the headliner in the rear. Floor mode in thefront will give you floor in the rear. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear WindowWasher/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — IfEquipped T...

The ATC system uses an infrared sensor located in theoverhead console to measure the temperature of thedriver. Based on the sensor input, the system will auto-matically control comfort by varying the temperature, fanspeed, and mode. This maintains a comfortable tempera-ture, even under changing cond...

Manual Control (ATC) You also may choose to customize your comfort byselecting the fan speed and mode manually. Pressing thefan speed button or any mode button places the systeminto manual operation. While in manual operation there are six fan speedsavailable and the choice of any mode. The airflowt...

Manual control of Recirculation is possible only in Panel,Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, orDefrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash threetimes indicating recirculation is not available in thesemodes. NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press the recir...

Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner.Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted todirect the flow of air. Moving the air vane knobs on theoutlets to one side will shut off the airflow. The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs...

Rear Rotary Blower Control The second row seat occupants have control of the rearblower speed, only when the front control unit is in the“REAR CONTROL” position or CONTROL IN REAR ⬙ for ATC. ⬙ The rear blower switch has an “Off” position and a rangeof blower speeds. Rotating the rear blower control ...

Operating Tips Chart 236 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turnedoff, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park”position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper willresume operation. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is located in the climatecontrol panel. Press the switch and the r...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ Engine Block Heater — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 244 䡵 Automatic Trans...

CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling can cause excessiveexhaust temperatures which can damage your ve-hicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with theengine running. WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up maycause serious injury o...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission The electronic PRNDL on the instrument cluster indicatesthe transmission gear selected. The selector lever ismounted on the right side of the steering column. Todrive, move the selector lever from Park or Neutral to thedesired drive position. Pull select...

it also when climbing long grades, and for engine brak-ing when descending moderately steep grades. To pre-vent excessive engine speed do not exceed 45 miles perhour (72 km/h) in this range. “1” First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking atlow speeds 25 mph (40 km/h) or less when g...

If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, thetransmission will automatically select the most desirablegear for operation at this temperature. If the transmissiontemperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP lightmay illuminate and the transmission may downshift outof Overdrive until the tr...

equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns aremodified. Shifts into Overdrive (4th gear) are allowedduring steady cruise (for improved fuel economy) andautomatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (forimproved braking) will occur during steady braking. The “TOW/HAUL” light will illumin...

WARNING! Always engage the parking brake when poweringdown the vehicle if the ⴖ Service 4WD ⴖ light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake mayallow the vehicle to roll which may cause personalinjury. NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The N...

Shifting Procedure - NV 144 Transfer Case AWD to 4LOCK or 4LOCK to AWD With the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUN-NING, rotate the transfer case switch, located on theinstrument panel to the desired position. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4LOCK may be experi- enced due to uneven tire wear, low...

NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreational towing only. See Recreational Tow-ing section for specific procedures on shifting into andout of Neutral (N). Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on theinstrument clust...

When operating your vehicle in 4LO, the engine speed isapproximately three times that of the AWD or 4LOCKpositions at a given road speed. Take care not to over-speed the engine and do not exceed 40 km/h (25 mph). Proper operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles dependson tires of equal size, type and c...

4LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive LOCK - Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential. Forces front and rear wheels to rotate atthe same speed. Additional traction for loose, slipperyroad surfaces only. 4LO Four-Wheel-Drive Low Range - Low speed 4 wheeldrive. Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential....

wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels havestopped spinning. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of the 4LOCK position may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure,or excessive loading. NOTE: When shifting into or out of ...

NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, the transfer casewill not shift. The indicator light will flash and thecurrent transfer case position will be maintained. To retrythe selection, turn the control knob back to the currentposition, wait five (5)...

NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You mustbe sure the parking brake is fully applied before leavingthe vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward thecurb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on anuphill grade. ...

BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason, (forexample, repeated brake applications with the engineoff), the brakes will still function. The effort required tobrake the vehicle will be significantly increased over thatrequired with the power system operating. If either the front ...

WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, norcan it increase braking or steering efficiency be-yond that afforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, includingtho...

If for some reason, the power assist is interrupted, it willstill be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-tions you will observe a substantial increase in steeringeffort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and duringparking maneuvers. NOTE: Increased noise levels at the end of the st...

• European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginning withthe section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is ...

Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = S...

EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load correspondingto its load index under certain operating conditions.—The maximum speed correspon...

Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white sidewalls will have the full TIN includingdate code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black side...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side“B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that ca...

Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if youadhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the “Tire and LoadingInformation” ...

2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need forearlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tirerolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3....

CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from entering thevalve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always“cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold t...

Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your stylevehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, theoriginal tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein-stalled at the first opportunity. WARNING! Tem...

WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and injuresomeone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels fasterthan 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. Anddon’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter...

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result in sud...

WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-pension dimensions and performance characteris-tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, andbraking of your vehicle. This can cause unp...

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration andavoid tire cupping and spotty wear. SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION– IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen-ge...

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-ing link and cable (radial) chains. Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires ofDurango trucks. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted on Durangos with P245/70R17 tires. CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on 4x4 Durango truckse...

TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate atdifferent loads and perform different steering, driving,and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear atunequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat-terns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotat...

FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) are de-signed to meet all emissions regulationsand provide excellent fuel economy andperformance when using high quality un-leaded “regular” gasoline having an oc-tane rating of 87. The routine use of pre-mium gasoline is not recommended. Under nor...

MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasolinesblended with MMT provide no performance advantagebeyond gasolines of the same octane number withoutMMT. Gasolines blended with MMT reduce spark pluglife and reduce emission ...

CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting capcould let impurities into the fuel system. WARNING! • Never allow any lit smoking materials near thevehicles while removing the cap or filling thet...

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessedagainst you. Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow theprecautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They...

CATALYTIC CONVERTER The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an emission control device. Under normaloperating conditions, the catalytic converter will notrequire maintenance. However, you must keep the en-gine ma...

TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully re-view this information to tow your load as efficiently andsafely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the ...

Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Class II - MediumDuty 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - ExtraHeavy Duty 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck Greater than 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) All tra...

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped onyour bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing theweight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the...

• Safety chains must always be used between yourvehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to theframe or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow enoughslack for turning corners. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.When parking...

WARNING! Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakeswhen you need them and could have an accident. Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-tance. When towing you should allow for...

Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutchslippage. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The “D” ra...

NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing. Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped) To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat-ing, turn the “TOW HAUL OD/OFF” feature ON whendriving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to Driveposition 2 on more severe grades. Tow...

Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirrorhead to provide a greater vision range when towingextra-wide loads. To change position inboard or out-board, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped Out orIn). A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the ...

WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended with the transfer case in theNeutral (N) position without first fully engaging theparking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) positiondisengages both the front and rear driveshafts fromthe powertrain and will allow the vehic...

NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button,and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses andthe shift has been completed. If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress-ing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met...

2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first becomevisible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle andthe car in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE The equ...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 䡵 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 䡵 Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Removing The Spare Tire The spare tire on the Dodge Durango is located under-neath the vehicle in the rear. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck. 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargoarea. 2. Engage the jack wrench extension to the spare tirewinch through the hol...

It is recommended that you stow the flat or spare toavoid tangling the loose cable. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with thejack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench orother power tools is not recommended and candamage the winch. Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! Getting under a...

Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice orslippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the gearselector in PARK (automatic transmission). On FourWheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the “4L”position. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of t...

Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure thatthe jack will not damage surrounding truck parts andadjust the jack position as required. 4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise thevehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can...

WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.Always stow the jack, tools and the extra tire andwheel in the places provided. 7. Remove wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or alu-minum wheel center caps on the spare wheel. This mayresult ...

Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raisedand the opposite end on a towing dolly. Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable, tow wi...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 䡵 Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 䡵 Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8 . . . . . . . . . 336 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 337 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Messa...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometerreset button to turn the message off. If the problempersists, the message will appear the next time thevehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. Ifthe problem is dete...

DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, specialtools and equipment to perform all service operations inan expert manner. Service manuals are available whichinclude detailed service information for your vehicle.Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedureyourself. NO...

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Turn Off the engine and allow approximately 5 min-utes for the oil to settle to the bottom of the crankcase. 3. Remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Wipe the engine oil level indicator (dipstick) clean. 5. Install the engine oil level in...

Frequency Of Oil Change Road conditions and your style of driving affect theinterval at which your oil should be changed. Check thefollowing to determine if ANY apply to you: • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and Go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty condit...

periodically. Make sure that these units are always clean.This will tend to reduce to a minimum the amount ofabrasive material that may enter the engine. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under alltypes of operating conditions, the manufacture onlyrecommends engine oil...

For information on engine oil filler cap location, see theEngine Compartment illustration in this section. Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-ber should not be used. Synthetic Engine Oils There are a number of engine oils bei...

Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-portant to keep ...

WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle inareas where your exhaust system can contact any-thing that can burn. In unusual situatio...

WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash handsafter handling the battery. To determine the battery charge, check the battery testindicator (if equipped) on top of the battery. Refer to theillustration. CAUTION! It is essential when repl...

attention should also be given to hood latching compo-nents to insure proper function. When performing otherunderhood services, the hood latch, release mechanismand safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice ayear, preferably in the fall and...

WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working aroundthe washer solution. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for afew minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing orfreezing the f...

Recommended Engine Coolant This vehicle has been factory filled with an EthyleneGlycol based engine coolant with long life corrosioninhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid Organic AdditiveTechnology). Follow the “Maintenance Schedule” for therecommended coolant change intervals. Refer to Fluids,Lubrican...

Adding Coolant When adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimumsolution of 50% recommended HOAT ethylene glycolengine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water should beused. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) iftemperatures below ⫺ 34°F ( ⫺ 37°C) are anticipated. Use only high puri...

D. Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT ethyl-ene glycol engine coolant (minimum) and distilled waterfor proper corrosion protection of your engine. E. Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle over-flow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. F. Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your ...

You are urged to use only the manufacturer’s specifiedhoses and clamps, or their equivalent in material andspecification, in any fuel system servicing. It is manda-tory to replace all clamps that have been loosened orremoved during service. Care should be taken in install-ing new clamps to insure th...

WARNING! Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initialboiling point, or is unidentified, as to specificationsmay result in sudden brake failure during hardprolonged braking. You could have an accident. WARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result inspilling brake fluid on hot engine ...

WARNING! Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.You could have an accident. If you see any sign ofcracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brakehoses replaced immediately. Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normaloperating tempe...

a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil to fully draininto the transmission before rechecking the fluid level. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should bebetween the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstickwith the fluid at approxima...

Axles Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correctfluid type. The manufacturer does not recommend regularly sched-uled oil changes for axles in vehicles whose operation isclassified as normal truck service. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and p...

There are two groupsidentified, those for wheelbearings (Letter “G”) andthose for chassis (Letter“L”) lubrication. Perfor-mance categories withinthese groups result in dualletter designations for each group. The letter des-ignations shown in the ex-ample are the highest quality level available and w...

• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs isconsidered the responsibility of the owner. • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause which destroys the paint and protectivecoating have your vehicle repaired as soo...

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regularcleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirtcan act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholsteryand should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft clothand Mopar 威 Total Clean. Care...

1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasivecleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damprag. 2. Dry with a soft tissue. Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemicalsolvents or abrasive cleaners....

FUSE BLOCK CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to useonly a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Theuse of a fuse with a rating other than indicated mayresult in a dangerous electrical system overload. If aproperly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests aproblem in the circu...

Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description F11 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors F12 20 Amp Yellow Cluster Battery Feed F13 10 Amp Red Ignition Run HVAC Module/Heated Rear Glass (EBL) Relay F14 10 Amp Red ABS Module Ignition Run F15 15 Amp Blue Battery Feed Blue Tooth, Compass/Trip Computer (CMTC), Sentry Key Diag-...

Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 1 Relay Wiper On/Off Rly 2 Relay Wiper Hi/Lo Rly 3 Relay Horn Rly 4 Relay Rear Wiper Rly 5 Relay Lt T-Tow Stop/Turn Rly 6 Relay Rt T-Tow Stop/Turn Rly 7 Relay Park Lamps Rly 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 9 10 ...

Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 24 Relay Rad Fan Lo Rly 25 Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly 26 Relay Adjustable Pedal Rly 27 30 Amp Green IOD #1 28 30 Amp Green IOD #2 29 Spare 30 Spare REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No. Dome Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to theinner fender panel. 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to theinner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible byremoving the fender panel access door which is locatedin the wheel liner. ...

6. Twist and remove socket from lamp. 7. Remove bulb from socket and replace. NOTE: These are Halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingerscould cause excessive heat build-up which reduces bulblife. Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals AndBackup...

3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. 4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to theback of the tail lamp. 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. 6. Remove bulbs from bulb strip by pulling the bulbstraight out. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 7

License Lights 1. Remove the two screws securing the lens to theliftgate. 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket. Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem-bly to the liftgate. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 7

2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous-ing. 3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove. Fog Lights 1. Rotate bulb and connector 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull bulb off of connector. NOTE: For foglights ensure that the takeout push- fasteners are relocated back in their positions...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 27 Gal. 102L 5.7L, 89 Octane 27 Gal 102L Engine Oil (with filter) 3.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L 4.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L 5.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7 Qt. 6.6L Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant...

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar 威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case Mopar 威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubr...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 390 䡵 Emissions Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 ▫ Schedu...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type on the following pages must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper func-tioning of the emission control system. These, and allother maintenance services included in this m...

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3months whichever comes first. X X X X X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correctstowage. X X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front...

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 monthswhichever comes first. X X X X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X Flush and replace engine coolant, if not repla...

Schedule “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X Rotate tires. X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correctstowage. X X X X X Check transfer...

Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [114] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X Rotate tires. X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X X Drain and refill tranfer case fluid (4X...

Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-ceipts. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the right equipment. Ifyou have any doubt about yo...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ Be Reasonable ...

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its CustomerCenter. Any hearing or speech impaired customer whohas access to a TDD or a ...

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms andprovisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable tothis vehicle. MOPAR 姞 PARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep yourvehicle o...

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either thewebsite or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac-cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please callfor an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when o...

Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325Gas Caution . . . . ....

Stuck, Freeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168Supplemental Tire Pressure Information . . . . . . . . 282Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344System, Remote Starting . . . . ...

Transmitter Programming(Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Trip Odo...