2007 DODGE DURANGO hood release

“Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in Section 3 of this manual.
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.Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located
between the grille and hood opening right of the center.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front
edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.
Hood Release Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129
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NOTE:Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be
met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button,
and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and
the shift has been completed.
If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress-
ing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met during
the 1 second time, then all of the position indicator lights
will flash continuously until all requirements are met or
until the Neutral (N) button is released.
NOTE:The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take
place and for the position indicator lights to be operable.
If the key is not On, the shift will not take place and no
position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
NOTE:Flashing neutral (N) position indicator light
indicates that shift requirements have not been met.CAUTION!
•Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
•Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid
will leak from the transfer case and damage internal
parts.
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood
inner surface.
The following information about your vehicle is dis-
played on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identifi-
cation Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers
with descriptions of all production and special equip-
ment on the truck as shipped from the factory.
NOTE:Always refer to the equipment identification
plate when ordering parts.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341
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Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
All four wheel drive models are equipped with four
constant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these
joints is not required. However, the joint boot should be
inspected for external leakage or damage periodically. If
external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and
grease should be replaced immediately. Continued op-
eration could result in failure of the joint due to water
and dirt contamination of the grease. This would require
complete replacement of the joint assembly. Refer to the
Service Manual for the detailed replacement procedure.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors,liftgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention 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.
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 328
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 160
Hood Release.......................... 129
Hoses................................ 386
Ignition............................. 12,13
Key ................................. 12
Lock................................ 13
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 19
Infant Restraint........................ 62,63
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 303
Information Center...................... 152
Information Center, Vehicle................. 152
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 79
Instrument Cluster....................... 185
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 183
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 397Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 405
Interior Appearance Care.................. 395
Interior Fuses.......................... 398
Interior Lighting........................ 131
Interior Lights.......................... 131
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 138
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter Outlet (115V)..................... 170
Jack Location........................... 345
Jack Operation.......................345,347
Jacking Instructions...................... 348
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 19
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 51
INDEX 465
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Rear Cup Holder........................ 174
Rear Liftgate............................ 34
Rear Window Defroster................... 246
Rear Window Features.................... 245
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 245
Rearview Mirrors........................ 79
Reclining Front Seats..................... 109
Recorder, Event Data...................... 60
Recreational Towing...................... 337
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 338
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 340
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 311
Refrigerant............................ 377
Release, Hood.......................... 129
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 48
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 227
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Replacement Parts....................... 365Replacement Tires....................... 301
Reporting Safety Defects................... 451
Restraints, Child....................... 62,67
Restraints, Occupant...................... 38
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 284
Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Type Carrier....................... 175
Rotation, Tires.......................... 305
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 73
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 73
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 451
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 38
Safety Information, Tire................... 284
Safety Tips............................. 72
Satellite Radio.......................219,223
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 226
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 422
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 397
470 INDEX