2007 DODGE DURANGO Owners Manual

JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-
ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching
clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the con-
taminated area immediately with large quantities
of water.
•A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes. Do not use a booster battery
or any other booster source with an output that
exceeds 12 volts.
Check the Battery Test Indicator (if equipped). If a light or
bright colored dot is visible in the indicator (if equipped),
DO NOT jump-start the battery.
If the indicator (if equipped) is dark or shows a green dot,
proceed as follows:
1. Wear eye protection and remove all metal jewelry such
as watch bands or bracelets which might make an
unintended electrical contact.
2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with-
out letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake, place
the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition
OFF on both vehicles.
3. Turn OFF heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
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4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of
the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged
battery.
WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then to the engine of the
vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have
a good contact on the engine.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the
discharge battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode.
During cold weather when temperatures are below
freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery
may freeze. Do not attempt jump starting because
the battery could rupture or explode. The battery
temperature must be brought up above freezing
point before attempting jump start.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
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WARNING!
Any procedure other than above could result in:
1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting
out the battery vent;
2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion;
3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or
of immobilized vehicle.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow
hooks.
NOTE:For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck
vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.
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CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow
truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage
your vehicle.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recom-
mended.Attach towing device to main structural mem-
bers of the vehicle — not to bumpers or associated
brackets. State and local laws applying to vehicles
under tow must be observed.
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow thevehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the
transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF
position along with the front wheels raised and the rear
wheels on the ground. The speed must not exceed 30
mph (50 km/h) and the distance must not exceed 15
miles (25 km).
If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (25 km )
or faster than 30 mph, it must be towed on a flatbed, or
with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the
ground, or with the front end raised and the rear wheels
on a towing dolly.
NOTE:Towing the vehicle, with the rear wheels on the
ground, at more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for more than
15 miles (25 km ) can cause severe transmission damage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Engine Compartment 3.7L V6..............360

Engine Compartment 4.7L V-8..............361

Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V-8.........362

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........363
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............363

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................364

Replacement Parts......................365

Dealer Service.........................366
Maintenance Procedures..................366
▫Engine Oil..........................367
▫Engine Oil Filter......................370
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 371
▫Spark Plugs.........................371
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................372
▫Engine Fuel Filter.....................372
▫Catalytic Converter....................373
▫Maintenance Free Battery................374
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▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............375
▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............377
▫Front Suspension Ball Joints..............377
▫Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints........378
▫Body Lubrication.....................378
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................378
▫Windshield Washers...................379
▫Exhaust System......................380
▫Cooling System.......................381
▫Emission Related Components............386
▫Brake System........................387
▫Automatic Transmission................389
▫Transfer Case........................391▫Axles ..............................392
▫Selection Of Lubricating Grease...........392
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................393

Fuse Block............................398
▫Fuses (Interior).......................398
▫Fuses (Power Distribution Center).........402
▫Fuses (Integrated Power Module)..........405

Vehicle Storage........................407

Replacement Light Bulbs.................407

Bulb Replacement......................408
▫Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal..........408
▫Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And
Backup Lights — Replacement............409
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▫License Lights........................413
▫Center High-Mounted Stoplight...........414
▫Fog Lights..........................415

Fluids And Capacities...................417
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts........418
▫Engine.............................418
▫Chassis............................419
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE