2006 DODGE DURANGO high 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.
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▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped.......133
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....134
▫Illuminated Entry.....................134
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only).....134
▫Lights-On Reminder...................135
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............135
Multifunction Control Lever...............135
▫Turn Signals.........................136
▫Passing Light........................136
▫High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch......137
▫Windshield Wipers....................137
▫Windshield Washers...................139Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Off Control
Switch — If Equipped...................139
Tilt Steering Column....................140
Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped......141
▫Adjustment.........................142
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped......142
▫To Activate..........................143
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............143
▫To Deactivate........................143
▫To Resume Speed.....................144
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............144
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............145
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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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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 operationof the front and rear turn signal lights. If an indicator fails
to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that
the switch or indicator lamp is defective.
If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the
turn signal system, the arrow indicators will flash at a
faster rate.
You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down.
NOTE:If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile
duration, a continuous chime will sound.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to
turn on until the lever is released.
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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.
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.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.
184 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

Gasoline, Reformulated................... 286
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 183
Fuel................................ 183
Odometer........................... 187
Speedometer......................... 185
Tachometer.......................... 186
Gear Ranges........................... 245
Glass Cleaning.......................... 369
Grease............................... 365
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............293,297
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 292
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 296
GVWR............................293,295
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 88
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 316
Headlights............................ 377
Delay.............................. 133High Beam........................... 137
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 137
Lights On Reminder.................... 135
Passing............................. 136
Replacing............................ 377
Heated Mirrors.......................... 87
Heated Seats........................... 115
Heater............................... 222
Heater, Engine Block..................... 244
High Beam Indicator..................... 184
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 137
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 298
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 162
Hood Release.......................... 129
Hoses................................ 359
Ignition............................... 13
Key ................................. 10
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Bulb Replacement...................376,377
Center Mounted Stop................... 383
Courtesy/Reading..................... 155
Cruise.............................. 191
Daytime Running...................... 134
Door Ajar........................... 188
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................151,189
Fog ..........................135,184,384
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 316
Headlights........................... 134
High Beam........................... 137
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 137
Instrument Cluster..................134,183
Interior..........................132,155
License............................. 382
Lights On Reminder.................... 135
Low Fuel.........................183,184
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 190Park............................... 134
Passing............................. 136
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 184
Service.............................. 376
Traction Control....................... 151
Turn Signal........................136,378
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 183
Washer Fluid......................... 189
Loading Vehicle......................... 292
Tires ............................... 269
Locks................................. 15
Automatic Door........................ 17
Child Protection........................ 19
Door................................ 15
Ignition.............................. 13
Keys................................ 10
Power Door........................... 16
Steering Wheel......................... 13
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