2007 DODGE DURANGO battery

WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the
vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut off and the
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob-
tained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance Free Battery
The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently
sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic
maintenance required.
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WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Don’t use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 volts. Don’t allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked (+)
positive and negative (-) and identified on the
battery case.
•If a “fast charger” is used while battery is in
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
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FUSE BLOCK
CAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
NOTE:If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for
longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect
your battery. You may do this by disconnecting the
battery or by disconnecting the two ignition-off draw
(I.O.D.) fuses located in the Auxiliary Power Distribution
Center (PDC) located in the engine compartment. The
I.O.D. cavities include a snap-in retainer that allows the
fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the
fuse block. Pressing the I.O.D. fuse back into the cavity
reconnects it.
Fuses (Interior)
The fuse block contains blade-type mini-fuses, relays,
and circuit breakers for high-current circuits. It is located
in the left kick panel. It is accessible through a snap-in
cover.
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Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F1 15 Amp BlueInstrument Clus-
ter Battery Feed
F 2 10 Amp Red Spare
F3 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for Next
Generation Con-
troller (NGC),
Integrated
Power Module
(IPM), AC Relay
and Fuel Pump
Relay
F4 10 Amp RedDoor Node and
Non-Memory
Power Mirror
Switch Battery
Feed
F5 (2) 10 Amp RedAirbags (2 Fuses
in Yellow
Holder)
F6 2 Amp ClearIgnition Run/
Start Unlock
F7 25 Amp NaturalRadio Battery
Feed
F8 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for
Cluster/Transfer
Case/Seat Sw.
Back lighting
F9 10 Amp RedSatellite Digital
Audio Receiver
(SDAR)/Digital
Video Disc
(DVD) Battery
Feed
F10 10 Amp Red Spare
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F11 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
F12 20 Amp YellowCluster Battery
Feed
F13 10 Amp RedIgnition Run
HVAC Module/
Heated Rear
Glass (EBL) Re-
lay
F14 10 Amp RedABS Module Ig-
nition Run
F15 15 Amp BlueBattery Feed
Blue Tooth,
Compass/Trip
Computer
(CMTC), Sentry
Key Diagnostics
F16 20 Amp YellowReconfigurable
Power Outlets
F17 20 Amp YellowIgnition Run /
Rear Park Assist
/ Second Row
Heated Seats
F18 20 Amp YellowCigar Lighter
Ignition
F19 10 Amp Red Spare Fuse
F20 15 Amp BlueHeating & Air
Conditioning
w/ATC Only
Battery Feed
F21 25 Amp NaturalAmplifier Bat-
tery Feed
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
•Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The
I.O.D. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the
fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the
fuse block.
•The transfer case should be placed in the 4HI mode
and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain.
•As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No.
Dome Light........................ WL212–2
Liftgate Lamp........................... 567
Overhead Console Lights............. PLW214–2A
Reading Light....................... WL212–2
Visor Vanity Lights............... NotServiceable
LIGHT BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Headlight............................. H13
Front Park/Turn......................3457AK
Back-Up..............................3057
Center High Mounted Stoplight.............. 921
Front Side Marker........................ 168
Fog Lamp...........................9006LL
License Plate Light....................... 168
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal and Side Marker....3057
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
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Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 392
BallJoints ............................. 377
Battery.......................360,361,362,374
Charging............................ 353
Emergency Starting..................... 353
Gas Caution.......................... 353
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 132
Belts,Drive ............................ 371
Belts, Seat.............................. 39
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 378
B-Pillar Location........................ 289
Brake Assist System...................... 276
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 275
Brake Fluid............................ 419
Brake System........................271,387
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................271,275
Disc Brakes.......................... 387Fluid Check.......................... 387
Hoses.............................. 388
Master Cylinder....................... 387
Parking............................. 269
Warning Light.....................188,191
Brakes............................... 271
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 254
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 71
Bulb Replacement....................... 408
Bulbs,Light ............................ 407
Calibration, Compass..................... 158
Capacities, Fluid........................ 417
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 314
Oil (Engine).......................... 369
Power Steering........................ 377
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 383
Car Washes............................ 393
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