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SAfETy AND SEcURITy.
1-2 AIR BAGS.
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All Durango models include standard advanced multistage driver and front-passenger air bags.
output to crash severity. Standard supplemental side-curtain air bags
Technology keeps side-curtain air bags deployed longer in the event of a rollover.
3 ELEcTRONIc STABILITy pROGRAm (ESp).
control, Electronic Roll mitigation (ERm), and Trailer Sway control (TSc) to constantly monitor the driver's input against the vehicle's actual course. If needed, ESP will attempt to correct the vehicle's
course by automatically applying the brake and/or reducing engine torque. Meanwhile, the ERM system estimates the potential for wheel lift. If necessary, engine power is reduced and appropriate
braking is applied to help stabilize the vehicle. The TSC system detects "sway" unique to trailering and then engages Durango's brakes to slow the vehicle and then increases the brake force to only one
side of the vehicle to help counteract the sway from the trailer.
4 TIRE pRESSURE mONITORING.
The standard Tire Pressure Monitoring Warning Lamp helps maintain proper and safe tire pressure by flashing to alert the driver to low-pressure situations. Durango
Hybrid, Limited and SLT models feature a Tire Pressure Monitoring Display that provides actual tire pressure information on all four tires.
5 hyDROfORmED fRAmE.
Brute strength comes from the core. The front and rear sections of Durango's frame are hydroformed to provide increased stiffness and dimensional control. All this
contributes to an outstanding ride and smooth handling.
6 pARkVIEW
REAR BAck-Up cAmERA.
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you'll have a better visual of objects while driving in Reverse.
7 pARkSENSE
REAR pARk ASSIST SySTEm.
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objects.
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Always sit properly in the seat with the seat belt fastened. Children 12 and under should always be in a backseat correctly using an infant or child restraint system, or the seat belt positioned correctly for the child's age and weight.
sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics or overcome careless driving actions. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. When the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer flashes, the driver needs to use less throttle and
adapt speed and driving behavior to prevailing road conditions.
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with roll-sensing technology deploy from the headliner to provide two rows of side-impact protection to outboard occupants.
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Designed to assist drivers in maintaining control of their vehicle at all times, ESP uses the collective technologies of Brake Assist, All-Speed Traction
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Thanks to a camera (standard on Hybrid and Limited models, optional on SLT) mounted on Durango's liftgate and a 6.5-inch diagonal screen on your radio,
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Available ParkSense uses audio and visual warnings to assist drivers during reverse parking maneuvers to avoid colliding with most large stationary
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Always check entire surroundings before backing up.
These air bags provide nearly instantaneous occupant protection by matching air bag
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No system, no matter how

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