2005 DODGE DURANGO hood release

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.
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse
This additional feature provides automatic outside mir-
ror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the
ground rearward of the front doors. The outside mirrors
will move slightly downward from the present position
when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse position. The
outside mirrors will then return to the original position
when the vehicle is shifted out of Reverse position. Each
stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mir-
rors in Reverse position.
NOTE:The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not en-
abled when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors inReverse feature may be enabled (or later disabled) by a
qualified DaimlerChrysler service representative.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF 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. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at
regular intervals. When freezing weather is anticipated,
flush out the water in the reservoir by operating the
system. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer anti-
freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the system
for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Odometer........................... 168
Speedometer......................... 166
Tachometer.......................... 167
Gear Ranges........................... 221
Glass Cleaning.......................... 340
Grease............................... 336
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 269
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 268
GVWR............................268,271
Hands-Free Phone........................ 78
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 286
Headlights............................ 349
Delay.............................. 122
High Beam........................... 126
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 126
Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Passing............................. 125
Replacing............................ 349Heated Mirrors.......................... 77
Heated Seats........................... 105
Heater............................... 197
Heater, Engine Block..................... 220
High Beam Indicator..................... 165
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 126
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 275
Homelink Transmitter.................... 142
Hood Release.......................... 118
Hoses................................ 329
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 9
Lock................................ 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 13
Infant Restraint........................54,55
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 257
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 74
400 INDEX

Radio Broadcast Signals................... 172
Radio Operation...................173,179,197
Radio Reception........................ 172
Radio, Satellite.......................... 191
Radio (Sound Systems).................173,179
Rear Axle............................. 335
Rear Window Defroster................... 213
Rear Window Features.................... 212
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 212
Rearview Mirrors........................ 74
Reception, Radio........................ 172
Reclining Front Seats..................... 103
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 359
Recorder, Event Data...................... 52
Recreational Towing...................... 280
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 281
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 282
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 261Refrigerant............................ 320
Release, Hood.......................... 118
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 36
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 19
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 194
Replacement Keys........................ 10
Replacement Parts....................... 309
Replacement Tires....................... 255
Reporting Safety Defects................... 389
Restraints, Child.......................54,59
Restraints, Occupant...................... 28
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 239
Roof Type Carrier....................... 155
Rotation, Tires.......................... 259
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 66
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 66
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 389
Safety Information, Tire................... 239
INDEX 405
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