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User Manual

For 2008 DODGE DURANGO.

• INTRODUCTION3
  • INTRODUCTION4
  • ROLLOVER WARNING4
  • HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL5
  • WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS7
  • VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER7
  • VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS8
• THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE9
  • A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS12
    • Ignition Key Removal12
    • Locking Doors With The Key13
  • SENTRY KEY13
    • Replacement Keys15
    • Customer Key Programming15
    • General Information16
  • IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK17
    • Ignition Accessory Delay Feature18
  • SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED18
    • To Set the Alarm19
    • To Disarm the System19
  • ILLUMINATED ENTRY20
    • Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks20
  • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY20
    • To unlock the doors and liftgate21
    • To lock the doors and liftgate22
    • Using the Panic Alarm24
    • General Information24
    • Programming Additional Transmitters25
    • Battery Replacement26
  • REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED27
  • DOOR LOCKS28
    • Manual Door Locks28
    • Power Door Locks29
    • Child Protection Door Lock32
  • WINDOWS33
    • Power Windows33
    • Auto Down34
    • Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection (Drivers and Front Passenger Door Only)34
    • Window Lockout Switch35
  • LIFTGATE35
    • Power Liftgate - If Equipped36
  • OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS39
    • Lap/Shoulder Belts40
    • Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage45
    • Second Row Center Seat Belt46
    • Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If Equipped46
    • Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt - If Equipped47
    • Seat Belt Pretensioners50
    • Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)50
    • Seat Belts and Pregnant Women52
    • Seat Belt Extender52
    • Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags53
    • Event Data Recorder (EDR)62
    • Child Restraint64
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS74
  • SAFETY TIPS75
    • Exhaust System75
    • Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle76
    • Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle77
• UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE79
  • MIRRORS83
    • Inside Day/Night Mirror83
    • Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped83
    • Outside Mirrors84
    • Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped84
    • Electric Remote-Control Mirrors85
    • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped86
    • Heated Mirrors - If Equipped87
    • Automatic Dimming Drivers Exterior Mirror - If Equipped87
  • HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED87
    • Operation89
    • Phone Call Features96
    • UConnect System Features99
    • Advanced Phone Connectivity104
    • Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System105
    • General Information114
  • SEATS114
    • Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment114
    • Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners115
    • Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped116
    • Adjustable Head Restraints - All Seating Positions116
    • 8 - Way Drivers Power Seat - If Equipped117
    • 4 - Way Passengers Power Seat - If Equipped118
    • Heated Seats - If Equipped118
    • Second Row Bucket Seats - Fold and Tumble121
    • Second Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold and Tumble123
    • Third Row Seat Bench - If Equipped126
    • Third Row 60/40 Folding - If Equipped129
  • DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED131
    • Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory132
    • Memory Position Recall133
    • To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory134
    • Self-Limiting Control134
    • Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control135
  • TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD135
  • LIGHTS137
    • Interior Lights138
    • Battery Saver139
    • Headlight Delay139
    • Automatic Headlights - If Equipped140
    • Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights140
    • Illuminated Entry140
    • Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)141
    • Lights-on Reminder141
    • Fog Lights - If Equipped141
    • Multifunction Control Lever142
  • WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS144
    • Windshield Wipers144
    • Windshield Washers146
  • TILT STEERING COLUMN147
  • DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED148
    • Adjustment148
  • ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED149
    • To Activate149
    • To Set At A Desired Speed150
    • To Deactivate150
    • To Resume Speed150
    • To Vary The Speed Setting151
    • To Accelerate For Passing152
  • REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED152
  • REAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED156
  • OVERHEAD CONSOLE158
    • Courtesy/Reading Lights158
  • OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED159
    • Dome/Reading Lights159
    • Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped159
    • Compass/Temperature Button166
  • GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED168
    • Programming HomeLink169
    • Gate Operator/Canadian Programming171
    • Using HomeLink172
    • Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button172
    • Security173
    • Troubleshooting Tips173
    • General Information173
  • POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED174
    • Express Open Feature175
    • Wind Buffeting176
    • Sunroof Maintenance176
  • ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS177
    • 115 V Inverter Outlet - If Equipped177
    • Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration)179
  • FLOOR CONSOLE181
    • Floor Console Features181
    • Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped182
  • FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK183
  • CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM-IF EQUIPPED185
• INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS187
  • INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS191
  • Instrument Cluster192
  • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION193
  • ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK204
    • Clock Setting Procedure204
  • RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION205
    • Radio Broadcast Signals205
    • Two Types of Signals205
    • Electrical Disturbances205
    • AM Reception205
    • FM Reception205
  • SALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED206
    • Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)207
    • Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)207
    • Clock Setting Procedure207
  • SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)209
    • Operating Instructions - Radio Mode209
    • Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play215
    • Notes On Playing MP3 Files217
    • LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)219
    • INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)219
  • SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)221
    • Operating Instructions - Radio Mode221
    • Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)229
    • Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files231
    • LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)234
    • INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)234
  • SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED236
    • Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio237
    • Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)237
    • Clock Setting Procedure237
  • UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED240
    • Connecting the iPod240
    • Controlling the iPod using Radio Buttons240
    • Play Mode241
    • List or Browse Mode243
  • VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED244
  • SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED244
    • System Activation245
    • Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)245
    • Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Radios246
    • Selecting a Channel247
    • Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels247
    • Using the PTY (Program Type) Button - If Equipped247
    • PTY Button SCAN247
    • PTY Button SEEK248
    • Satellite Antenna248
    • Reception Quality248
  • REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED249
    • Right-Hand Switch Functions249
    • Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation249
    • Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD) Operation250
  • COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE250
  • RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES251
  • CLIMATE CONTROLS251
    • Manual Control251
    • Air Conditioning Operation252
    • Front Blower Control252
    • Front Mode Control253
    • Rear Temperature Control - If Equipped255
    • Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper256
    • Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped256
    • Automatic Control257
    • Level Of Automatic Control257
    • Manual Control (ATC)258
    • Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped261
    • Rear Rotary Temperature Control262
    • Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart263
    • Operating Tips263
    • Operating Tips Chart265
  • REAR WINDOW FEATURES266
    • Rear Window Wiper/Washer266
    • Rear Window Defrosting267
• STARTING AND OPERATING269
  • STARTING PROCEDURES273
    • Automatic Transmission273
    • Normal Starting273
  • ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED276
  • AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION276
    • Automatic Transmission276
  • FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION281
    • NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped281
    • NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions282
    • Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case286
  • DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES287
  • DRIVING THROUGH WATER288
    • Flowing/Rising Water288
    • Shallow Standing Water288
  • PARKING BRAKE290
  • BRAKE SYSTEM291
    • Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)291
  • POWER STEERING294
  • ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM295
    • ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)295
    • BAS (Brake Assist System)296
    • TCS (Traction Control System)298
    • ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)298
    • ESP (Electronic Stability Program)299
  • MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only304
  • TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION305
    • Tire Markings305
    • Tire Identification Number (TIN)308
    • Tire Loading and Tire Pressure309
  • TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION313
    • Tire Pressure313
    • Tire Inflation Pressures314
    • Radial-Ply Tires316
    • Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped317
    • Limited Use Spare - If Equipped317
    • Tire Spinning318
    • Tread Wear Indicators319
    • Life of Tire319
    • Replacement Tires320
    • Alignment And Balance321
  • SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED322
  • TIRE CHAINS322
  • SNOW TIRES323
  • TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS324
  • TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED325
    • Base System - If Equipped327
    • Premium System - If Equipped329
    • General Information332
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS332
    • Reformulated Gasoline333
    • Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends333
    • MMT In Gasoline334
    • Materials Added To Fuel335
    • Fuel System Cautions335
    • Carbon Monoxide Warnings336
  • ADDING FUEL336
    • Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)336
    • Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message338
  • FLEXIBLE FUEL - IF EQUIPPED339
    • E-85 General Information339
    • ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)340
    • Fuel Requirements340
    • Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles341
    • Starting341
    • Cruising Range342
    • Replacement Parts342
    • Maintenance342
  • VEHICLE LOADING343
    • Certification Label343
    • Curb Weight344
    • Loading344
  • TRAILER TOWING346
    • Common Towing Definitions346
    • Trailer Hitch Classification351
    • Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)352
    • Trailer and Tongue Weight352
    • Towing Requirements353
    • Towing Tips357
  • SNOWPLOW359
  • RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)360
    • Recreational Towing 2WD Models360
    • Recreational Towing 4WD Models360
  • EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE364
• WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES365
  • HAZARD WARNING FLASHER366
  • JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING367
    • Jack Location367
  • JACKING INSTRUCTIONS368
    • Removing The Spare Tire368
    • Tire Changing Procedure370
  • JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES375
  • FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE377
  • EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED377
  • TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE378
    • Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles379
    • Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles379
• MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE381
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6384
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.7L V-8385
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V-8386
  • ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II387
    • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message388
  • EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS388
  • REPLACEMENT PARTS390
  • DEALER SERVICE390
  • MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES391
    • Engine Oil391
    • Engine Oil Filter394
    • Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension394
    • Spark Plugs395
    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter395
    • Engine Fuel Filter396
    • Catalytic Converter396
    • Maintenance Free Battery397
    • Power Steering - Fluid Check399
    • Air Conditioner Maintenance399
    • Front Suspension Ball Joints400
    • Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints401
    • Body Lubrication401
    • Windshield Wiper Blades401
    • Windshield and Rear Window Washers402
    • Exhaust System402
    • Cooling System403
    • Emission Related Components409
    • Brake System410
    • Automatic Transmission411
    • Transfer Case414
    • Axles414
    • Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion415
  • FUSE BLOCK420
    • Fuses (Interior)421
    • Fuses (Power Distribution Center)424
    • Fuses (Integrated Power Module)427
  • VEHICLE STORAGE429
  • REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS430
  • BULB REPLACEMENT430
    • Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal430
    • Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement432
    • License Lights436
    • Center High-Mounted Stoplight437
    • Fog Lights438
  • FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES438
  • FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS440
    • Engine440
    • Chassis441
• MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES443
  • EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE444
  • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE444
    • Required Maintenance Intervals446
• IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE451
  • SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE452
    • Prepare For The Appointment452
    • Prepare A List452
    • Be Reasonable With Requests452
  • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE452
  • WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)455
  • MOPAR PARTS455
  • REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS456
    • In Canada456
  • PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS456
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES458
    • Treadwear458
    • Traction Grades458
    • Temperature Grades459
• INDEX461