Preparations For Jacking; Jacking Instructions - Dodge 2016 Durango Owner's Manual

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608 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Preparations For Jacking

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the

edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery

Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the

vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off

the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack

or changing the wheel.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

3. Set the parking brake.

4. Place the gear selector into PARK.

5. Turn OFF the ignition.

6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally

opposite of the jacking position. For ex-

ample, if changing the right front tire,

block the left rear wheel.

NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle

when the vehicle is being jacked.

Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help

prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:

• Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the

edge of the roadway as possible before raising the

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