2005 DODGE DURANGO brakes

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. Care should be taken in install-
ing new clamps to insure they are properly torqued.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system
requires that the PCV valve be free of sticking or plug-
ging because of deposits. Deposits can accumulate in the
PCV valve and passage with increasing mileage. Have
the PCV valve, hoses, and passages checked for proper
operation at the intervals specified. If the valve is
plugged or sticking, replace with a new valve –Do not
attempt to clean the PCV valve!Check ventilating hose
for indication of damage or plugging with deposits.
Replace if necessary.
Brake System
Power Disc Brakes (Front)
Disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, several
hard stops during the break-in period are recommended
to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material.
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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. Be sure to clean the top of
the master cylinder area before removing the cap. With
disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when
pads are replaced. If the brake fluid level is abnormally
low, check system for leaks.
Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.WARNING!
Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point, or is unidentified, as to specifications
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
WARNING!
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching on fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331
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Axle Lubrication........................ 335
Ball Joints............................. 321
Battery............................... 318
Charging............................ 296
Emergency Starting..................... 296
Gas Caution.......................... 296
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 24
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 121
Belts, Drive............................ 315
Belts, Seat.............................. 29
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 321
B-Pillar Location........................ 244
Brake Fluid............................ 360
Brake System........................236,330
Anti-Lock........................... 236
Disc Brakes.......................... 330
Fluid Check.......................... 331
Hoses.............................. 332Master Cylinder....................... 331
Parking............................. 234
Warning Light.....................167,169
Brakes............................... 236
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 221
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 64
Bulb Replacement....................... 349
Bulbs, Light............................ 348
Calibration, Compass..................... 140
Capacities, Fluid........................ 357
Caps, Filler
Fuel.............................262,263
Oil (Engine).......................... 313
Power Steering........................ 320
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 324
Car Washes............................ 337
Carbon Monoxide Warning............65,144,266
Cargo Management System................. 156
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Points to Remember.................... 328
Radiator Cap......................... 327
Selection of Coolant...............326,357,359
Temperature Gauge..................... 164
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 132
Cup Holder............................ 154
Customer Assistance..................... 385
Data Recorder, Event...................... 52
Daytime Running Lights................... 123
Dealer Service.......................... 310
Defroster, Rear Window................... 213
Defroster, Windshield................66,200,205
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 126
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 307
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 165
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 332
Oil (Engine).......................... 311Power Steering........................ 320
Disarming, Theft System................... 25
Disc Brakes............................ 330
Disposal
Used Coolant......................... 325
Door Ajar Light......................... 169
Door Locks............................. 13
Door Opener, Garage..................... 142
Drive Belts............................ 315
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 321
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 76
Electrical Power Outlets................... 151
Electronic Speed Control................... 132
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 239
Jacking............................. 291
Overheating.......................... 327
Tow Hooks.......................... 298
INDEX 397
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Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 75
Overdrive..........................167,223
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 223
Overhead Console....................135,136
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 136
Overheating, Engine...................166,327
Owner’s Manual........................ 390
Panic Alarm............................ 21
Parking Brake.......................... 234
Parking On Hill......................... 234
Passing Light........................... 125
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 130
Pets.................................. 64
Pets, Transporting........................ 64
Phone, Cellular.......................... 78
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 78
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 245
Positive Crankcase Valve.................. 330Power
Brakes.............................. 330
Distribution Center..................341,345
Door Locks.........................13,14
Mirrors.............................. 76
Outlet.............................. 151
Steering..........................238,320
Sunroof............................. 149
Windows............................. 27
Power Steering Fluid..................... 360
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 37
Preparation for Jacking.................... 291
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 35
Programmable Electronic Features.........144,148
Programming Transmitters............22,144,148
Radial Ply Tires......................... 252
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 327
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