Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ............. 3 INTRODUCTION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction ......4 How To Use This Manual ....4 Warnings And Cautions .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully.
Page 5: Vehicle Identification Number
This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment.
Page 6: Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
6 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 7: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....9 Key-In-Ignition Reminder ....9 Sentry Key —...
Page 8 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security Alarm System — If Equipped ..24 To Set The Alarm ..... .25 To Disarm The System .
Page 9: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 7
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer or a locksmith.
Page 10: Replacement Keys
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE on the remaining transmitters will work. If the vehicle is moving 5 mph or more, then all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys. NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems.
Page 11 consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed and needs to be cut. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer. Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following:...
Page 12: Ignition And Steering Lock
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide anti-theft protection for your ve- hicle.
Page 13: Ignition Accessory Delay Feature
NOTE: The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed, and the steering wheel is turned around 115 degrees clockwise or 65 degrees counterclockwise from the center position. Ignition Accessory Delay Feature When the ignition is turned to OFF/LOCK position the accessory features on the vehicle will continue to operate for ten minutes or until the driver’s door is opened.
Page 14: Power Door Locks
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. WARNING! When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
Page 15 Vehicles equipped with power door locks can be locked or unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lock switches located on the front doors or by pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK buttons on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob.
Page 16 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Within 10 seconds, cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times; ending in the ON position ( Do not start the engine ). 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction.
Page 17: Child Protection Door Lock
3. Insert the key into the ignition. 4. Within 10 seconds, cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times ending in the ON position (do not start the engine). 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction.
Page 18 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To use the system, open each rear door and slide the control UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child-protection locks. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
Page 19: Remote Keyless Entry
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
Page 20: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the keyfob. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm.
Page 21: Using The Panic Alarm
Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 6. If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. Flash Lamps with Lock Programming 1.
Page 22: General Information
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mode, the door locks and remote keyless entry systems will function normally. Panic mode will not disarm the security system on vehicles so equipped. General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 23 2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel any 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 ).
Page 24: Battery Replacement
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal.
Page 25: To Set The Alarm
To Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed the security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming.
Page 26: Liftgate
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed Sentry Key into the ignition and turning the key to the ON position. LIFTGATE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed without using the key. To open the liftgate, pull out on the outside handle and lift.
Page 27: Windows
WINDOWS Power Windows THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 The control on the left front door has up-down switches that give you finger tip control of all four power win- dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the passenger doors for passenger window control.
Page 28: Auto Down
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 the ignition it turned OFF.
Page 29: Lap/Shoulder Belts
window. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature (refer to the Child Restraint section in this manual), can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. Please pay close attention to the information in this section.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE freely with you under normal conditions. But in a colli- sion, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. WARNING! It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 31 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 plate and pull out the belt.
Page 32 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. •...
Page 33 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug.
Page 34: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchorage release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best.
Page 35: Seat Belt Pretensioners
When sitting in this seating location, ensure the seatback is fully engaged with the seatback latch by pushing rearward on the center seatback until you hear a click that signals latch engagement. Automatic Locking Mode To convert from the normal emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor.
Page 36: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt.
Page 37: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
buckled. A chime will sound immediately (once the feature has toggled). If during this time the ignition switch is turned out of the ON position or the timer expires, programming mode will be cancelled. 4. Programming mode will be cancelled after the feature has toggled with the seat belt still buckled or if the ignition switch is turned to the lock position or 10 seconds after the feature has toggled.
Page 38: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)-Airbags
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 39 the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection.
Page 41 4. If your vehicle has window bags, do not lean against the door or window, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If Equipped) • Airbag Warning Light • Driver Airbag • Passenger Airbag •...
Page 43 The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate.
Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 instrument panel) tells the driver and front passenger when the front passenger airbag is turned off.
Page 45 adult passenger is properly seated in the front passen- ger seat. In this case, the air bag is ready to be inflated if a collision requiring an airbag occurs. For almost all properly installed rear facing child re- straints, the PAD indicator light will be illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is turned off and will not inflate.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE will cause the system to turn the airbag on. In this case, the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as an adult. An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position (with their feet on or near the floor) in order to be properly classified.
Page 47 sensors, a fault will occur which turns on both the PAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light. Once the lodged object is removed, the fault will be automatically cleared after a short period of time. • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • 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 requiring the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle.
Page 49 • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved 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 except those which are approved by DaimlerChrysler/ Mopar.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: •...
Page 51 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
Page 52: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving. 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 ready to inflate for your protection.
Page 53 may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora- tion to any third party except when: 1.
Page 54: Child Restraint
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time - babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems.
Page 55 LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (See the LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System section.) • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm. WARNING! •...
Page 57 around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been available for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle.
Page 59 Second Row Right Side Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 were provided with the child restraint system.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. Then attach the tether strap to the anchor- age located on the back of the seat, being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint.
Page 61 it tight if necessary. If the seat belt has an automatic locking retractor, it will have a distinctive label. Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Second Row Seat...
Page 63 Child Restraints in Third Row Seating (If Equipped) The third seating row is not capable of installing child restraints that require the use of a tether strap. There are no tether anchor provisions for the third seating row in your vehicle, the hooks in the rear floor are not designed to withstand the forces that may occur during a crash.
Page 64: Engine Break-In Recommendations
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle.
Page 65: Safety Tips
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of the break-in and is not an indication of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust System WARNING! Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an ex- tremely toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless.
Page 66: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Fluid Leaks Check the area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected, the cause should be located and corrected.
Page 69: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors .......74 Inside Day/Night Mirror ....74 Automatic Dimming Mirror —...
Page 70 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seats ....... . 102 Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment .
Page 71 Headlight Delay ..... . 122 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..122 Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights ..123 Illuminated Entry .
Page 72 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer ..136 US/M Button ......136 Reset Button .
Page 73 Electrical Power Outlets ....151 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration) ....152 Floor Console .
Page 74: Mirrors
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of truck).
Page 75: Outside Mirrors
CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
Page 76: Electric Remote-Control Mirrors
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electric Remote-Control Mirrors The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 77: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side mirror.
Page 78: Automatic Dimming Driver's Exterior Mirror - If Equipped
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Driver’s Exterior Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying light glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled by the inside mirror and can be turned off by pressing the button at the base of the inside mirror.
Page 79 each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon- nect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnect™...
Page 80: Operation
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™ system can either be adjusted from the radio volume control knob, or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped.
Page 81 NOTE: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect • www.jeep.com/uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect™ System pairing instructions: • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will be asked to say a four-digit pin number which you will later need to enter into your cellular. You can enter any four-digit pin number. You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial pairing process.
Page 83 • For example, you can say 234-567-8901. The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. The UConnect™ limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example, 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid phone number - the closest valid phone number has ten digits.
Page 84 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom- mended. For example, say Robert Smith or Robert instead of Bob. • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.: Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ).
Page 85 After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu. Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook.
Page 86: Phone Call Features
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect™ system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be deleted. List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook •...
Page 87 Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone.
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call.
Page 89: Uconnect™ System Features
until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • After ignition key is switched to off, a call can continue on the UConnect™ system for certain duration, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect™...
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Emergency and the UConnect™...
Page 91 Paging To learn how to page, refer to section Working with Automated Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect™ system. Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to section Working with Automated Systems.
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnect™ sys- tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. •...
Page 93: Advanced Phone Connectivity
• Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Mute. In order to un-mute the UConnect™ system: • Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Mute-off.
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup Phone pairing”. • When prompted, say List Phones . • The UConnect™ system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority.
Page 95: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System
• After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Phone Pairing. • At the next prompt, say Delete. • The phone names (along with priority numbers) will be played. • When prompted say the priority number of the cellu- lar phone (or “All”...
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system, such as, voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say send. • Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended.
Page 97 Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to occasionally loose connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on. Your cell phone is recom- mended to remain in Bluetooth on mode. Reset In rare instances, it may be necessary to reset the UCon- nect™...
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Page 101 North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Add location Add new All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing...
Page 102: Seats
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position. Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.
Page 103: Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners The bucket seats are equipped with recliners. The reclin- ing mechanism is operated by a lever located on the right side of the passenger’s seat and the left side of the driver’s seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever.
Page 104: Adjustable Head Restraints - All Seating Positions
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Head Restraints — All Seating Positions Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical, at least to the level of the ears.
Page 105: Way Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
4 - Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not have an up/down adjustment.
Page 106: Second Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold And Tumble
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE passenger to select from two different levels of supple- mental electrical seat heating, or no seat heating to suit their individual comfort requirements. With the ignition switch in the RUN position, depressing the heated seat switch rocker to its momentary High or Low position provides power to the heated seat element and maintains the requested temperature setting.
Page 107 To Fold the 40% seatbacks fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the seatback. The seatback can now be folded into the down position for use as a cargo floor, or the seat can now be tumbled forward to allow access to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The 20% seatback contains the center shoulder belt. A 20% seatback that is not fully latched in the upright position will not protect you properly. To Tumble the 40% seat, fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat.
Page 109: Third Row Seat Bench - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 To Fold and Tumble the 2nd row 40% seats from the 3rd row, fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback. Continue raising the lever to release the floor latches to tumble the seat.
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Achieve Maximum Cargo Capacity Pull the release handles and strap on the second row seats and fold flat. After folding the third row seat, unsnap the flipper panel on the third row seatback and flip it forward on the backs of the second row seats.
Page 111: Third Seat 50/50 Split Seat - If Equipped
NOTE: Before returning the second row 40% seats to their upright position, always snap the third row seat flipper 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 cushion and back are properly engaged.
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE on the floor behind the second row seats.The seat belt buckles are hinged and fold with the seatbacks. To Achieve Maximum Cargo Capacity Pull the release handles and strap on the second row seats and fold flat.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged. Proper engagement can be verified by pushing/pulling on the upright seatback. The seatback(s) will not move unless prop- erly engaged.
Page 114: Driver Memory System - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat position, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tem- perature Control (ATC) temperature and radio station preset settings.
Page 115: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote
Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory NOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered button (1 or 2) are pressed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store new settings. 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and both side view mirrors to the desired positions.
Page 116: Memory Position Recall
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Position Recall NOTE: • The driver’s seat belt must be unbuckled to recall memory positions. • The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory posi- tions. • Not all motors may be moved at one time. Please refer to the 8-way power seat description.
Page 117: Self-Limiting Control
3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. To disable another transmitter linked to either memory position, repeat steps 1-3 for each transmitter. NOTE: The capability to link Remote Keyless Entry transmitters to memory is enabled when delivered from the factory.
Page 118: Tilt Mirrors In Reverse
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the seat is positioned rearward enough and no benefit from moving the seat any farther rearward. NOTE: The Easy Exit Easy Entry feature is not enabled when delivered from the factory. The Easy Exit Easy Entry feature may be enabled (or later disabled) by a qualified DaimlerChrysler service representative.
Page 119 Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located between the grille and hood opening right of the center. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 120: Lights
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS...
Page 121: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the second upward detent position, or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the key fob.
Page 122: Headlight Delay
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled off, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after 8 minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on for 8 minutes while the ignition is off, the exterior lights will automatically turn off.
Page 123: Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position to the right, the parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights will turn ON when the switch is rotated to the second position.
Page 124: Lights-On Reminder
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights, or courtesy lights are left On, after the ignition is turned Off, a continuous fast chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped The foglights are turned ON by placing the headlight rotary control in the parking light, headlight, or Auto position and pressing the fog light button.
Page 125: Turn Signals
Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or left-hand turn. The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes to indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 126: High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or LOW beam. Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction control lever.
Page 127: Windshield Washers
with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 15 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every 2 seconds.
Page 128: Traction Control Switch - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE after the washer knob is released. It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the washer knob is pushed, for a period greater than 1 second, while in the OFF position, the wiper will wipe approximately three wipes, after the wash knob is released.
Page 129: Tilt Steering Column
To turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time until the traction control Indicator turns OFF. NOTE: • The traction control Indicator comes on each time the ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if you used the switch to turn the system OFF.
Page 130: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped.
Page 131: Adjustment
Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of the steering column near the parking brake release, up to move the pedals toward the driver or down to move the pedals away from the driver.
Page 132: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera- tion at speeds greater than (refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine). The controls are mounted on the steering wheel.
Page 133: To Resume Speed
WARNING! Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system to cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system OFF when you aren’t using it. To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push and release the RESUME button.
Page 134: To Accelerate For Passing
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Functions 3.7L Engage Speed 35 mph (56 km/h) Minimun RESUME Speed 30 mph (50 km/h) ACCEL Increase 2 mph (3km/h) DECEL Decrease 1 mph (2 km/h) Dropout Speed 30 mph (50 km/h) To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally.
Page 135: Overhead Console
WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.
Page 136: Courtesy/Reading Lights
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights Near the front of the console are two courtesy/reading lights. Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter, if so equipped.
Page 137: Reset Button
RESET Button When this button is pressed you will hear a confirmation beep. Use this button to reset the following displays to zero: Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer Elapsed time. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Global Reset If the RESET button and STEP button are pressed at the same time and held for 3 seconds (you will hear a confirmation beep) and the Global Reset feature will reset the distance to empty (using a default fuel economy...
Page 138: Step Button
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the four trip conditions. Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. This display mode becomes less sensitive to instantaneous changes in fuel consumption as the number of total vehicle miles since the last reset increases.
Page 139: Trip Odometer (Odo)
fuel capacity, which corresponds to approximately 5% of tank volume. This reserve capacity was put in place to prevent the likelihood of customers running out of fuel when operating at maximum load conditions in areas where there aren’t many gas stations. NOTE: The Distance To Empty will remain equal to zero, until the vehicle runs out of fuel or is refueled.
Page 140: Compass/Temperature Display
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Compass/Temperature Display WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 symbol is displayed complete one 360 degree turn in an area free from large metal objects or power lines. The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally. Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north.
Page 142: Outside Temperature
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold the RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari- ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation.
Page 143 For additional information on HomeLink , call 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 WARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 144: Programming Homelink
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom- mended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal.
Page 145 WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects.
Page 146: Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Program- ming steps 6-8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener).
Page 147: Using Homelink
If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Program- ming procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Programming HomeLink step 3 with the following: NOTE: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating.
Page 148: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2.
Page 149: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
HomeLink is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls, Inc. POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof control is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Pressing the open end of the rocker switch once moves the panel to a comfort stop position short of full opening. Pressing and holding the switch causes the panel to continue moving rearward, up to the full-open position.
Page 150: Wind Buffeting
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
Page 151: Sunroof Maintenance
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel.
Page 152: (Battery Fed Configuration)
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration) CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
Page 153: Floor Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 FLOOR CONSOLE Floor Console Features The Floor Console between the driver’s and front pas- senger’s seat, has the following features: • Miscellaneous storage compartments • Flexible cup holder inserts • Portable phone storage bin •...
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Removable CD bin The coin slots are located under the instrument panel center stack. Cup Holders The Durango has 8 cupholders. Four are located in the center console, two are located in the second row armrest, and two are located in the right hand quarter panel for third row occupants.
Page 155: Equipped
FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK— IF EQUIPPED The load carried on the roof when equipped with a luggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie down cargo.
Page 156: Cargo Management System-If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately. Long loads which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or surfboards, should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Cargo Organizer Closed Cargo Organizer Open To operate the cargo organizer dividers, insert finger into the hole, lift the dividers up and attach netting. To close the dividers, detach the netting at the top, pull on the release latch and push the dividers down to the closed position.
Page 158 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To remove the organizer from the vehicle, pull the right hand side of the organizer towards you so that the right pin slides out of the slot in the vehicle. Push the organizer to the right and lift out of the vehicle.
Page 159: Instrument Panel And Controls
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....162 Instrument Cluster ..... . 163 Instrument Cluster Description .
Page 160 160 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ......183 Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) .
Page 161 Climate Controls ..... . . 197 Manual Control ..... . 197 Air Conditioning Operation .
Page 162: Instruments And Controls
162 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS...
Page 163: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 163 Instrument Cluster...
Page 164: Instrument Cluster Description
164 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gage The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON position. (See page 260 for more information.) 2. Temperature Gage The temperature gage indicates engine coolant temperature.
Page 165 left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPM vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more than one mile. (See page 124 for more information.) 4. Low Fuel Warning Light This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads 1/8 of a tank or less.
Page 166 166 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until the light turns off.
Page 167 11. Liftgate Open The Gate Open light will illuminate when the liftgate is not properly closed. 12. Security Light This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
Page 168 168 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS display will place a box around the selected transmission range (PRND21). If the PRNDL displays only the char- acters PRND21 (no boxes) have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 17. Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer, press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button.
Page 169 The Traction Control indicator will turn ON if: 20. Transmission Temperature Indicator This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light goes off.
Page 170 170 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the parking brake is applied, the light will flash when the gear position is out of park for automatic transmissions. If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- sary.
Page 171 CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. 27.
Page 172: Radio Reception Information
172 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 33. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading. RADIO RECEPTION INFORMATION AM Reception AM radio signals usually travel longer distances than FM signals, especially at night.
Page 173: Sales Code Ref - Am/Fm/Cd (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Hands Free Phone Capability
3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side Tune / Audio control to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune / Audio control. 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait approximately 5 seconds. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 173 SALES CODE REF —...
Page 174: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
174 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 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. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.
Page 175 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 for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next.
Page 176 176 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display.
Page 177: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode
Preset Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push-button memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operation Instructions - CD Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 178 178 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 179: Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - If Equipped
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE (UConnect™) section of the Owner’s Manual. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VIDEO CAPABILITIES INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 179 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 180 180 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the Radio, CD player, Hands Free Phone, Satellite, or Vehicle Entertainment System (VES) (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Page 181 RW/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM or Satel- lite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control to increase or decrease the frequency.
Page 182 182 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broad- cast PTY information. Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types: 16 Digit-Character Dis- Program Type No program type or un- defined...
Page 183: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station.
Page 184: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
184 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the disc number, the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. SEEK Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Page 185 LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc.
Page 186: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
186 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD MODE For CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace.
Page 187 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator 3-character extension) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).
Page 188 188 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- cation quency (kHz) MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 Layer 3 MPEG-2 Audio 24, 22.05, 16 Layer 3 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios.
Page 189: Operation Instructions
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file.
Page 190 190 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INFO Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Press and 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 INFO button once more to return to elapsed time priority mode.
Page 191: Satellite Radio - If Equipped
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES ) (If Equipped) Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES ) Guide. SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast.
Page 192: Selecting Satellite Mode In Ref Radios
192 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ESN/SID Access With REF Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the Eject or CD Eject (depending on the radio type) and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The first four digits of the twelve-digit ESN/SID number will be displayed.
Page 193: Selecting A Channel
A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released.
Page 194: Pty Button Seek
194 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search. PTY Button SEEK When the desired program is obtained, press the SEEK button within five seconds.
Page 195: Radio Operation
The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or CD.
Page 196: Compact Disc Maintenance
196 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play. If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
Page 197: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
Page 198: Air Conditioning Operation
198 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning On or Off perform the following steps: • Position the mode control button to the desired airflow setting. • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. •...
Page 199: Front Mode Control
Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both modes.
Page 200 200 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions. Heat (Floor) Outside air flows primarily through the floor out- lets located under the instrument panel. A small amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Page 201: Rear Temperature Control - If Equipped
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 201 Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped Rotating this knob left to the “REAR CONTROL” position allows the passengers in the second and third row seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of the rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as described under “Rear Zone...
Page 202: Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window Washer/Wiper
202 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS mode on the front control will give you air from the outlets in the headliner in the rear. Floor mode in the front will give you floor in the rear. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features”...
Page 203: Level Of Automatic Control
The ATC system uses an infrared sensor located in the overhead console to measure the temperature of the driver. Based on the sensor input, the system will auto- matically control comfort by varying the temperature, fan speed, and mode. This maintains a comfortable tempera- ture, even under changing conditions.
Page 204: Manual Control (Atc)
204 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Manual Control (ATC) You also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and mode manually. Pressing the fan speed button or any mode button places the system into manual operation. While in manual operation there are six fan speeds available and the choice of any mode.
Page 205 Manual control of Recirculation is possible only in Panel, Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or Defrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash three times indicating recirculation is not available in these modes. NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press the recirculate button to return to outside air.
Page 206 206 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Rear Temperature Control (ATC) The “REAR FUNCTIONS” button cycles through the following modes: Rear Control from Front This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear blower speeds using the FAN +/–...
Page 207: Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped
Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knobs on the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 207 The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: one for the temperature control and the other for the fan...
Page 208: Rear Rotary Temperature Control
208 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Rear Rotary Blower Control The second row seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed, only when the front control unit is in the “REAR CONTROL” position. The rear blower switch has an “Off” position and a range of blower speeds.
Page 209: Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart
Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart If the Front Control is Rear Airflow will come selected from Panel Headliner Bi-Level Headliner • Between Bi-Level Floor Bi-Level Floor Floor Floor Defrost Floor Operating Tips Fast Cooldown For a fast cooldown, set the blower fan to the highest setting, set the mode control to the panel fresh position, press the snowflake button to turn on the air condition- ing, and drive with the windows open for the first few...
Page 210 210 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS and blower speed to maintain comfort. Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows.
Page 211: Operating Tips Chart
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 211 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 212: Rear Window Features
212 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer A rotating switch located on the climate control panel turns the rear wiper On or Off. Pressing the rotating switch inward activates the rear window washer. Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittent delay times for the rear wiper.
Page 213: Rear Window Defrosting
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will resume operation. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is located in the climate control panel.
Page 215: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 218 Automatic Transmission ....218 Normal Starting .
Page 216 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Safety Information ....239 Tire Markings ......239 Tire Identification Number (TIN) .
Page 217 Snowplow ......279 Dodge Durango Models ....279 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) .
Page 218: Starting Procedures
218 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter from overheating. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position.
Page 219: Normal Starting
Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the START position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5 seconds, then repeat the starting procedure.
Page 220: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
220 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury. After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled on fuel injected engines and will decrease as the engine warms up.
Page 221: Automatic Transmission
WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission The electronic PRNDL on the instrument cluster indicates the transmission gear selected. The selector lever is mounted on the right side of the steering column. To drive, move the selector lever from Park or Neutral to the desired drive position.
Page 222 222 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without first pulling the lever toward you, after you have set it in P (Park).
Page 223 “N” Neutral Shift to Neutral when vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with engine running. Engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. NOTE: Towing the vehicle (except as specified under Towing A Disabled Vehicle), coasting, or otherwise driv- ing the vehicle while in N (Neutral) can cause severe transmission damage...
Page 224 224 STARTING AND OPERATING • transmission has reached normal operating tempera- ture. NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature. Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Page 225 performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in “TOW/HAUL” mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified. Shifts into Overdrive (4th gear) are allowed during steady cruise (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (for improved braking) will occur during steady braking.
Page 226: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
226 STARTING AND OPERATING the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission. This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission. The torque converter will refill within five seconds of shifting from Park into any other gear position.
Page 227 or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required. WARNING! Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury.
Page 228: Shifting Procedure - Nv 144 Transfer Case
228 STARTING AND OPERATING 4LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive LOCK - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 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 the...
Page 229: Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions
NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4LOCK may be experi- enced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or excessive vehicle loading. NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift.The indicator light will flash and the current transfer case position will be maintained.To retry a selection, turn the control knob back to the current...
Page 230 230 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle in the 4LOCK position on dry hard surfaced roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. When additional traction is required, the 4LOCK and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle differential and force the front and rear wheels to rotate...
Page 231 WARNING! Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury. NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning.
Page 232 232 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position.
Page 233: Shifting Procedure - Nv 244 Generation Ii
Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between AWD/ 4LOCK if the rear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation a position indicator light will flash and the original position indicator light will remain ON.
Page 234: Parking Brake
234 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing, shift the transmission back into gear. Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2.
Page 235 Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear-shift lever is in PARK position. When parking on a hill you should apply the Parking Brake before placing the gear shift lever in PARK; otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of PARK.
Page 236: Brake System
236 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or vehicle may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.
Page 237 The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation, which is normal. The Anti-Lock Brake system includes an amber (ABS) warning light. When the light is illuminated, the Anti- Lock Brake system is not functioning.
Page 238: Power Steering
238 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
Page 239: Rocking The Vehicle
ROCKING THE VEHICLE If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE, while applying slight pressure to the accelerator. The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main- tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective.
Page 240 240 STARTING AND OPERATING • European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter P is absent from this tire size designation.
Page 241 Tire Sizing Chart Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank... = 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 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%)
Page 242 242 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Page 243: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. DOT = Department of Transportation —This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 244: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
244 STARTING AND OPERATING 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits) —01 means the year 2001. —Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have 1 number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 245 Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle STARTING AND OPERATING 245 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear and spare tires.
Page 246 246 STARTING AND OPERATING lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds”...
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 247...
Page 248: Tires-General Information
248 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES—GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 249: Tire Inflation Pressures
2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3.
Page 250 250 STARTING AND OPERATING check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem.
Page 251 Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important.
Page 252: Radial-Ply Tires
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Radial-Ply Tires WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could cause an accident. Al- ways use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels).
Page 253: Limited Use Spare - If Equipped
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the...
Page 254: Tire Spinning
254 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than 60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly.
Page 255: Replacement Tires
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
Page 256: Alignment And Balance
256 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
Page 257: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- gers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs (91kg) of cargo.
Page 258: Snow Tires
258 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 of Durango trucks. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted on Durangos with P245/70R17 tires.
Page 259: Tire Rotation Recommendations
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- terns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
Page 260: Fuel Requirements
260 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) are de- signed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality un- leaded “regular” gasoline having an oc- 3.7L/4.7L tane rating of 87. The routine use of pre- Engines mium gasoline is not recommended.
Page 261: Reformulated Gasoline
and durability for your vehicle. We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available. Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality.
Page 262: Mmt In Gasoline
262 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT. Gasolines blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance.
Page 263 NOTE: Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled. WARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle or on a truck bed.
Page 264 264 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. WARNING! • Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury.
Page 265: Fuel System Cautions
Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat.
Page 266: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monox- ide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period.
Page 267 CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin- ued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to the converter and...
Page 268: Vehicle Loading
268 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Page 269: Curb Weight
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded. Each axle GAWR is determined by the component in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires, or wheels).
Page 270 270 STARTING AND OPERATING then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR.
Page 271: Trailer Towing
after the vehicle has been weighed both in its curb weight condition, and in its loaded and ready for operation condition. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. STARTING AND OPERATING 271 TRAILER TOWING To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- hicles used for trailer towing.
Page 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER SWAY CONTROL is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associ- ated with the telescoping motion to dampen any un- wanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. CAUTION! •...
Page 273 WARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • Be sure the trailer is loaded heavier in front, with 60% to 65% of the weight in front of the axle(s). Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer.
Page 274: Trailer And Tongue Weight
274 STARTING AND OPERATING • Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer. • Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory har- nesses only. Do not cut or splice any wiring to the brake circuits. Trailer and Tongue Weight Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) means the maximum allow- able weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo and equipment loaded on the trailer when in actual under-...
Page 275: Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating
10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight.) 4. GAWR ratings Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Trailer Towing Guide NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website address: http:// www.dodge.com/towing.
Page 276: Trailer Towing Requirements
In Canada, refer to the following website address: http:// www.dodge.ca. Trailer Towing Requirements All Dodge Durango trucks are intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs. (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers over 2,000 lbs.
Page 277: Trailer Tow Wiring
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Heavy trailer towing also may require breakaway electric trailer brakes, anti-sway devices or equalizing hitches for safe operation. Such devices are commonly required by state law. Trailer Tow Wiring The Trailer Tow Package includes a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness located at the rear underbody of the vehicle.
Page 278: Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing
278 STARTING AND OPERATING 7 - Pin Connector Cooling System Tips—Trailer Towing To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: • City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed. •...
Page 279: Snowplow
SNOWPLOW Dodge Durango Models NOTE: Do not use Dodge Durango Models for snow- plow applications. WARNING! Snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equip- ment should not be added to the front end or your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure.
Page 280: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
280 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable. Towing the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral can cause severe transmission damage. Removal of the drive- shaft for towing is not recommended since this allows transmission fluid to leak out.
Page 281 NOTE: The NV 244 Generation II transfer case must be shifted into Neutral (N) for recreational towing. The Neutral (N) selection button is located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. Shifts into and out of transfer case Neutral (N) can take place with the selector switch in any mode position.
Page 282 282 STARTING AND OPERATING 11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission in Drive (D). 12. Turn ignition key to the unlocked OFF position. 13. Shift automatic transmission into Park (P). 14. Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar. 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 the 4 seconds elaspes...
Page 283 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. 4. Depress brake pedal. 5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N). 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, depress the recessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for 1 second.
Page 284: Traction
284 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage internal parts.
Page 285: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....286 Adding Fuel ......286 Changing A Flat Tire .
Page 286: Hazard Warning Flasher
286 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switch and all front and rear directional signals will flash intermittently. Press the switch a second time to turn off the emergency flashers.
Page 287 WARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is in a vehicle or on a truck bed. You could be burned. Always place gas contain- ers on the ground while filling. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 287 WARNING! Remove the gas cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury.
Page 288: Changing A Flat Tire
288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CHANGING A FLAT TIRE Jack Location In the Durango, the scissor jack and tire changing tools are stowed under the second row seat. The jack is secured in place with a winged stud and a fixed stud.
Page 289: Removing The Spare Tire
Avoid ice or slippery areas. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 Removing The Spare Tire The spare tire on the Dodge Durango is located under- neath the vehicle in the rear.
Page 290 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck. 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargo area. 2. Engage the jack wrench extension to the spare tire winch through the hole in the floor. 3.
Page 291: Tire Changing Procedure
Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
Page 292 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. • Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Page 293 the tire as posssible with the drive tubes extending to the rear. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Rear Left Jacking Location WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 Rear Right Jacking Location Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required.
Page 294 294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5.
Page 295 WARNING! 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 vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised.
Page 296: Jump Starting
296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the con- taminated area immediately with large quantities of water.
Page 297 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery. WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
Page 298: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle.
Page 299: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your vehicle. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 300 300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Towing the vehicle at more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for more than 15 miles (25 km ) can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 301: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 ....304 Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8 ....305 Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8 .
Page 302 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Catalytic Converter ....317 Maintenance-Free Battery ....318 Air Conditioner Maintenance .
Page 303 Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal ..349 Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights — Replacement ... . 350 License Lights ......354 Center High-Mounted Stoplight .
Page 304: Engine Compartment 3.7L V6
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6...
Page 305: Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.7L V-8...
Page 306: Engine Compartment 5.7L Hemi V-8
306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V-8...
Page 307: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis- sions well within current government regulations.
Page 308: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cap until a clicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 309: Replacement Parts
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: a. The MIL light will blink for approximately 5 sec- onds and then remain on until the first engine crank or the key is turned off.
Page 310: Dealer Service
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself.
Page 311: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Page 312 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could dam- age your engine. Frequency Of Oil Change Road conditions and your style of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following to determine if ANY apply to you: •...
Page 313 Dusty Conditions Driving through dust-laden air increases the problems of keeping abrasive materials out of the engine. Under these conditions, special attention should be given to the engine air cleaner and the crankcase inlet air cleaner. The crankcase ventilation system should also be checked periodically.
Page 314: Engine Oil Filter
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on engine oil filler cap location, see the Engine 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.
Page 315: Drive Belts - Check Condition And Tensioner
Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended.
Page 316: Ignition Cables
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! When replacing plugs, do not overtighten. You could damage them and cause them to leak. Ignition Cables Replace the ignition cables (5.7L engines only) at the mileage interval shown in the maintenance charts. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “A”.
Page 317: Catalytic Converter
Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
Page 318: Maintenance-Free Battery
Maintenance-Free Battery All Dodge trucks are equipped with maintenance-free batteries. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required.
Page 319: Air Conditioner Maintenance
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash hands after handling the battery. To determine the battery charge, check the battery test indicator (if equipped) on top of the battery. Refer to the illustration.
Page 320: Power Steering - Fluid Check
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for further warranty information.
Page 321: Front Suspension Ball Joints
WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level.
Page 322: Windshield Wiper Blades
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE attention should also be given to hood latching compo- nents to insure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring.
Page 323: Exhaust System
WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield.
Page 324: Cooling System
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol- low the preceding safety tips. Cooling System Inspection Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12...
Page 325 WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. If you open the hood and see steam or hot coolant escaping from the radiator, don’t touch anything.
Page 326 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Recommended Engine Coolant This vehicle has been factory filled with an Ethylene Glycol based engine coolant with long life corrosion inhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid Organic Additive Technology). Follow the “Maintenance Schedule” for the recommended coolant change intervals. Refer to Recom- mended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Page 327 Adding Coolant When adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimum solution of 50% recommended HOAT ethylene glycol engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water should be used. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F ( 37°C) are anticipated. Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/engine coolant solution.
Page 328 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the coolant pressure cap are a safety precaution. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pres- sure cap when the system is hot or under pressure.
Page 329: Emission Related Components
D. Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT ethyl- ene glycol engine coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine. E. Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle over- flow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. F.
Page 330: Brake System
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE You are urged to use only the manufacturer’s specified hoses and clamps, or their equivalent in material and specification, in any fuel system servicing. It is manda- tory to replace all clamps that have been loosened or removed during service.
Page 331 Brake Master Cylinders The fluid level in the master cylinders should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the brake system warning light is on. If necessary, add fluid to bring level to the full mark on the side of the reservoir of the brake master cylinder.
Page 332: Automatic Transmission
332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. Brake Hoses Inspection should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced or at intervals specified. Inspect hy- draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots.
Page 333 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating temperature. 2. The vehicle must be on level ground. 3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake pedal. 4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in P (Park). 5.
Page 334 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate reading. 7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 335: Transfer Case
fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers should be avoided, since they may adversely affect seals. Transfer Case Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid leak is evident the transfer case fluid level may be low. Have the transfer case serviced immediately.
Page 336: Selection Of Lubricating Grease
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Axle Front Axle fluid level should be 3/4” (20 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole. Selection of Lubricating Grease The National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI) has developed a symbol (Certification Mark) to aid the vehicle owner in the proper selection of grease for chassis components.
Page 337: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
Page 338 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 339 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. •...
Page 340 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters or windshields equipped with a windshield wiper de-icer.
Page 341: Power Distribution Center (Fuse/Relay)
POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER (FUSE/RELAY) Your vehicle is equipped with two electrical power distribution centers located next to each other in the left side of the engine compartment. The power distribution centers house new plug-in “Maxi” fuses which replace all the in-line fusible links previously used.
Page 342: Interior Fuses
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the fuse block. Pressing the I.O.D. fuse back into the cavity reconnects it. Interior Fuses The fuse block contains blade-type mini-fuses, relays, and circuit breakers for high-current circuits. It is located in the left kick panel.
Page 343 Fuse Block MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Cavity Fuse/Color Description Instrument Clus- 15 Amp Blue ter Battery Feed Occupant Classi- fication Module 10 Amp Red (OCM) Battery Ignition Run/ Start for Control- ler (NGC), Inte- grated Power 10 Amp Red Module (IPM), AC Relay and Fuel Pump Re- Door Node and...
Page 344 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE (2) 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 25 Amp Natural 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow Airbags (2 Fuses in Yellow Holder) Ignition Run/ Start Unlock Radio Battery Feed Ignition Run/ Start fro...
Page 345: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
15 Amp Blue 25 Amp Natural Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Cavity Fuse/Color Description 40 Amp HVAC Blower Green 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets 30 Amp Pink Rr Wiper/Ign R/O 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump 50 Amp Red Cabin Htr 1 (Diesel Only) 50 Amp Red 30 Amp Pink Rr HVAC (XK) Heating &...
Page 346 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Fuse/Color Description 20 Amp Yel- Ign Sw 20 Amp Yel- PCM Batt (Gasoline Only) 30 Amp Pink ABS Valves Spare 20 Amp Yel- FDCM 20 Amp Yel- Fuel Pump 20 Amp Yel- FDCM/E-Diff. 15 Amp Lt. Hyd/PCM (Diesel Only) Blue 15 Amp Lt.
Page 347: Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cavity Fuse/Color Description Micro Relay Wiper On/Off Rly Micro Relay Wiper Hi/Lo Rly Micro Relay Horn Rly Micro Relay Rear Fog Rly (BUX Only) Micro Relay Lt T-Tow Stop/Turn Rly Micro Relay Rt T-Tow Stop/Turn Rly Micro Relay Park Lamps Rly 10 Amp Red...
Page 348: Replacement Light Bulbs
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Fuse/Color Description 50 Amp Red Rad Fan Mini Relay Rad Fan Lo Rly Micro Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly Micro Relay Adjustable Pedal Rly 15 Amp Lt. IOD #1 Blue 20 Amp Yel- IOD #2 (Audio) 10 Amp Red ORC (Ign R/.S) 10 Amp Red...
Page 349: Bulb Replacement
BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the inner fender panel. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by removing the fender panel access door which is located in the wheel liner.
Page 350: Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 fingers could cause excessive heat build-up which reduces bulb life.
Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and remove.
Page 352 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. 4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to the back of the tail lamp.
Page 353 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. 6. Remove bulbs from bulb strip by pulling the bulb straight out.
Page 354: License Lights
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lights 1. Remove the two screws securing the lens to the liftgate.
Page 355: Center High-Mounted Stoplight
2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull bulb from socket. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem- bly to the liftgate.
Page 356: Fog Lights
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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;...
Page 357: Fluids And Capacities
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 5.7L, 89 Octane Engine Oil (with filter) 3.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 4.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 5.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle 3.7L without Rear Heat (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 3.7L with Rear Heat (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula)
Page 358 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4.7L with Rear Heat (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 5.7L without Rear Heat (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 5.7L with Rear Heat (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) NOTE: All fluid capacities are approximate. U.S.
Page 359: Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) P/N 5011764AB or equivalent. 3.7/4.7L Engine Oil Use SAE 5W-30, API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395 or equiva- lent.
Page 360: Chassis
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Front Axle Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Page 361 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..362 Emissions Testing ..... . . 362 Maintenance Schedules .
Page 362: Emission Control System Maintenance
362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 363: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is Schedule “B”. It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule. •...
Page 364 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first.
Page 365 Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed. •...
Page 366: 366 Schedule "B
366 SCHEDULE “B” Schedule “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. •...
Page 367 Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. 3,000 6,000 9,000 (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000)
Page 368 368 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 369 Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. 33,000 36,000 39, 000 (53 000)
Page 370 370 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 371 Miles (Kilometers) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your ve- hicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter (4.7L/5.7L only). This ap- plies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 372 372 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 373 Miles (Kilometers ) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary.
Page 374 374 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). 93,000 96,000 99,000...
Page 375 Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months whichever comes first. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect and replace ignition cables if neces- sary (5.7L only).
Page 376 376 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or fre- quent trailer towing. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return filter if equipped.
Page 377: Schedule "A" 377
Schedule “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace as neces- sary. Replace spark plugs. 6,000 12,000 18,000 (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) [12]...
Page 378 378 SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Page 379 Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required.
Page 380 380 SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Drain and refill tranfer case fluid (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months. Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km).
Page 381: Vehicle Storage
WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 383: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle ......384 Prepare For The Appointment .
Page 384: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
384 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager.
Page 385: If You Need Assistance
We want you to be happy with our products and services. Warranty service must be done by an authorized Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to you selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
Page 386 386 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 992-1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone —(800) 465–2001 In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 387: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service Contract, and you require service after your manufactur- er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to...
Page 388 388 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE U.S. Vehicles Only...
Page 389: Mopar Parts
MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
Page 390: Publication Order Forms
390 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form.
Page 391 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 391 Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals...
Page 393 INDEX...
Page 394 394 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ... . 167,236 Adding Fuel ......262,286 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .
Page 395 Axle Lubrication ......335 Ball Joints ......321 Battery .
Page 396 396 INDEX Cargo Organizer ..... . . 156 Cargo Organizer ......156 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) .
Page 397 Points to Remember ....328 Radiator Cap ......327 Selection of Coolant .
Page 398 398 INDEX Towing ......299 Emission Control System Maintenance ..362 Emission Related Components .
Page 399 Turn Signal ..... 125,164,350 Flat Tire Stowage ..... 289,295 Flooded Engine Starting .
Page 400 400 INDEX Odometer ......168 Speedometer ......166 Tachometer .
Page 401 Instrument Cluster ..... . . 164 Instrument Panel and Controls ....162 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .
Page 402 402 INDEX Hazard Warning Flasher ....286 Headlights ......123 High Beam .
Page 403 Schedule A ......377 Schedule B ......366 Malfunction Indicator Light .
Page 404 404 INDEX Outside Rearview Mirrors ....75 Overdrive ......167,223 Overdrive OFF Switch .
Page 405 Radio Broadcast Signals ....172 Radio Operation ....173,179,197 Radio Reception .
Page 406 406 INDEX Safety Tips ......65 Satellite Radio ......191 Satellite Radio Antenna .
Page 407 Shoulder Belts ......29 Signals, Turn ..... 125,164,350 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) .
Page 408 408 INDEX Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... . . 243 Tire Markings ......239 Tire Safety Information .
Page 409 Hitches ......275 Minimum Requirements ....276 Trailer and Tongue Weight .
Page 410 410 INDEX Warnings and Cautions ..... 5 Warranty Information ..... 387 Washers, Windshield .
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