2007 DODGE DURANGO wiper blades

WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with defroster before and during wind-
shield washer use.
NOTE:Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or
Ice from the windshield.
NOTE:If the front wiper is operating when the ignition
is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the
Parkposition. When the vehicle is restarted, the wipers
will resume operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139
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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
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at
regular intervals. Always fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer fluid (not radiator antifreeze).
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. MoparAll
Weather Windshield Washer Solution used with water as
directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces
freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not harmful
to paint or trim.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379
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Vehicle Storage......................... 407
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat
Video System).......................... 223
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 185
Warning, Roll Over........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 451
Washer, Adding Fluid...............360,361,362
Washers, Windshield..................... 140
Washing Vehicle......................... 393
Weight Load Carrying.................... 320
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 302
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 395
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 395
Wheel Changing........................ 346
Wheel Mounting........................ 347Wheel Nut Torque....................... 350
WindBuffeting ......................... 168
Window Fogging........................ 243
Windows.............................. 31
Power............................... 31
Windshield Defroster..................232,238
Windshield Washers................138,140,379
Fluid ....................138,360,361,362,379
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 378
Windshield Wipers....................... 138
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 378
Wiper, Rear............................ 245
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 138
Wrecker Towing......................... 356
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 395
INDEX 475
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