2005 DODGE DURANGO low beam

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.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor
condition, replace the belt.
Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You can feel the air
directed against the windshield.
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle:
Tires
Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns.
Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in
the tread.
Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel
nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights as
you turn them on. Check turn signal and high beam
indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching and locking.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫Headlight Delay......................122
▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped.......122
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....123
▫Illuminated Entry.....................123
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only).....123
▫Lights-On Reminder...................124
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............124

Multifunction Control Lever...............124
▫Turn Signals.........................125
▫Passing Light........................125
▫High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch......126
▫Windshield Wipers....................126
▫Windshield Washers...................127
Traction Control Switch — If Equipped.......128

Tilt Steering Column....................129

Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped......130
▫Adjustment.........................131

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped......132
▫To Activate..........................132
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............132
▫To Deactivate........................132
▫To Resume Speed.....................133
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............133
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............134

Overhead Console......................135
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................136
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71
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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 Autoposition and pressing the fog light button. The fog lights
will operate only when the parking lights are ON or
when the vehicle headlights are ON low beam. An
indicator light located in the instrument cluster will
illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will
turn off when the switch is pressed in, when the head-
light switch is rotated to the OFF position, or the high
beam is selected.
MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER
The multifunction control lever is located on the left side
of the steering column.
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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. Turn the end of the handle to
select the desired wiper speed.
Intermittent Wiper System
The intermittent feature of this system was designed for
use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle,
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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.
5. High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
6. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light comes on for several seconds after the
ignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckle
up.” This light will remain on as long as the seat
belt remains unbuckled. If this light flashes, it indicates a
fault in the airbag system. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer. (See page 28 for more information.)7. Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This light shows when the fog lights are ON.
8. Coolant Temperature Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. For a bulb check, this light will come on
momentarily when the ignition is turned On. If the
light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, shift into N
(Neutral) and increase the engine speed for 2 to 3
minutes. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, seek authorized service immediately.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 165
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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
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Hazard Warning Flasher................. 286
Headlights........................... 123
High Beam........................... 126
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 126
Instrument Cluster..................123,164
Interior..........................121,136
License............................. 354
Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Low Fuel.........................164,165
Malfunction Indicator................... 170
Park............................... 123
Passing............................. 125
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 165
Service.............................. 348
Turn Signal........................125,350
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 164
Washer Fluid......................... 170
Loading Vehicle......................... 268
Tires ............................... 244Locks................................. 13
Auto Unlock.......................... 16
Automatic Door........................ 15
Child Protection........................ 17
Door................................ 13
Ignition.............................. 12
Keys................................. 9
Power Door........................... 14
Steering Wheel......................... 12
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 57
Lubricating Oil......................... 336
Lubrication, Body....................... 321
Lug Nuts............................. 294
Luggage Carrier......................... 155
Lumbar Support........................ 103
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 318
Maintenance Procedures................... 310
Maintenance Schedule.................... 363
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