2008 DODGE DURANGO maintenance

Oil ...........................391,439,440
Oil Filler Cap.................384,385,386,393
Oil Selection.......................393,439
Oil Synthetic......................... 394
Starting............................. 273
Temperature Gauge..................... 193
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 364
Event Data Recorder...................... 62
Exhaust Gas Caution..............39,75,336,403
Exhaust System.......................75,402
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 52
Exterior Lighting........................ 140
Fabric Care............................ 417
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 395
Engine Fuel.......................... 396
Engine Oil........................394,440Engine Oil Disposal.................... 394
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 366
Turn Signal.....................142,193,432
Flat Tire Stowage.....................368,374
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 342
Engine Oil........................... 341
Fuel Requirements..................339,340
Maintenance.......................... 342
Replacement Parts..................... 342
Starting............................. 341
Flooded Engine Starting................... 274
Floor Console.......................181,182
Fluid, Brake.........................410,441
Fluid Capacities......................... 439
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 411
Brake............................... 410
INDEX 467
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 68
Lubrication, Body....................... 401
Lug Nuts............................. 373
Luggage Carrier......................... 183
Lumbar Support........................ 116
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 397
Maintenance Procedures................... 391
Maintenance Schedule.................... 444
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 201,388
Manual, Service......................... 457
Manual Transmission
Lubricant Selection..................... 441
Map/Reading Lights..................158,159
Memory Seat........................... 131
Mirrors................................ 83
Automatic Dimming...................83,87
Electric Powered....................... 85Heated.............................. 87
Memory............................. 131
Outside.............................. 84
Rearview............................. 83
Vanity............................... 86
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 325
Mopar Parts.........................390,455
MP3 Player.........................206,236
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 304
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 142
Navigation Radio........................ 236
Navigation System....................156,236
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 74
Occupant Restraints....................... 39
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 332
Oil Change Indicator..................162,197
472 INDEX

Recreational Towing...................... 360
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 361
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 363
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 333
Refrigerant............................ 400
Release, Hood.......................... 135
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 50
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 249
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Replacement Keys........................ 15
Replacement Parts....................... 390
Replacement Tires....................... 320
Reporting Safety Defects................... 456
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........162,197
Restraints, Child.......................64,70
Restraints, Occupant...................... 39
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 377
Roll Over Warning........................ 4Roof Type Carrier....................... 183
Rotation, Tires.......................... 324
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 76
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 77
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 456
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 39
Safety Information, Tire................... 305
Safety Tips............................. 75
Satellite Radio...............206,207,236,237,244
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 248
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 444
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 419
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 50
Seat Belts..........................39,40,76
And Pregnant Women................... 52
Child Restraint.......................64,65
Extender............................. 52
Front Seat............................ 40
INDEX 475
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Pretensioners.......................... 50
Reminder............................ 194
Seats................................. 114
Adjustment.......................... 114
Cleaning............................ 417
Fold and Tumble Rear................121,123
Heated.............................. 118
Lumbar Support....................... 116
Memory............................. 131
Rear Folding.......................121,123
Reclining............................ 115
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............18,195
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........404,440
Selection of Oil......................... 393
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 13
Sentry Key Programming................... 15
Sentry Key Replacement................... 15
Service and Maintenance................391,444
Service Assistance....................... 452Service Contract......................... 454
Service Manuals........................ 457
Setting the Clock.............204,207,210,222,237
Settings, Personal........................ 162
Shifting
Automatic Transmission................. 276
Transfer Case......................... 281
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N).......................... 361
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N).......................... 363
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 45
Shoulder Belts........................... 40
Signals, Turn.....................142,193,432
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 322
Snow Plow............................ 359
Snow Tires............................ 323
Sound Systems (Radio).................206,236
Spare Tire............................. 317
476 INDEX

Cooling System Tips.................... 359
Hitches............................. 351
Minimum Requirements................. 353
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 352
Wiring.............................. 356
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 352
Trailer Weight.......................... 352
Transaxle............................. 276
Automatic.........................12,276
Operation........................... 276
Transfer Case........................... 414
Fluid............................... 441
Transmission........................276,411
Automatic........................276,411
Filter............................... 413
Fluid............................... 441
Maintenance.......................... 411
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry).. 26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt)... 168Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 319
Trip Odometer.......................... 198
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 204
Turn Signals......................142,193,432
UCI Connector......................... 240
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)...........87,236
Underhood Fuses........................ 424
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 458
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 240
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........206,236
Universal Transmitter..................... 168
USB Port...........................206,236
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 409
Vanity Mirrors........................... 86
Variance, Compass....................... 167
INDEX 479
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD
ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalLocking Doors With The KeySENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationIGNITION AND STEERING LOCK Ignition Accessory Delay FeatureSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED
To Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door LocksREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doors and liftgateTolock the doors and liftgateUsing the Panic AlarmGeneral InformationProgramming Additional Transmitters
Battery ReplacementREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED DOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power Windows Auto DownAuto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection (Drivers and Front Passenger Door
Only)Window Lockout SwitchLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageSecond Row Center Seat BeltAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If EquippedRear 60/40 Seat Third Row
Center Three Point Belt - If EquippedSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags Event Data Recorder
(EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust SystemSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehicleSafety Checks YouShould Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If EquippedElectric Remote-Control MirrorsIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedHeated Mirrors - If EquippedAutomatic Dimming Drivers Exterior Mirror - If
EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS Front Seat Manual Seat
AdjustmentFront Seats Manual Seat ReclinersManual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If EquippedAdjustable Head Restraints - All Seating Positions8 - Way Drivers Power Seat - If Equipped4 - Way Passengers Power Seat - If EquippedHeated Seats - If EquippedSecond
Row Bucket Seats - Fold and TumbleSecond Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold and TumbleThird Row Seat Bench - If EquippedThird Row 60/40 Folding - If Equipped DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry
Transmitter to MemoryMemory Position RecallTo Disable A Transmitter Linked to MemorySelf-Limiting ControlDriver Easy Exit and Easy Entry ControlTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Interior Lights Battery SaverHeadlight DelayAutomatic Headlights - If Equipped
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel LightsIlluminated EntryDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)Lights-on ReminderFog Lights - If Equipped Multifunction Control LeverWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers Windshield WashersTILT STEERING
COLUMN DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED AdjustmentELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingREAR PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsOVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Dome/Reading LightsElectronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) - If Equipped Compass/Temperature ButtonGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral Information
POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Express Open FeatureWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS 115V Inverter Outlet - If EquippedElectrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration)FLOOR CONSOLE Floor Console Features
Rear Floor Console Features - If EquippedFACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM-IF EQUIPPED INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting ProcedureRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock SettingProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio
ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX
JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE
RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureUNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED Connecting the iPod
Controlling the iPod using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList or Browse ModeVIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting
Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK RadiosSelecting a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY (Program Type) Button - If EquippedPTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS
- IF EQUIPPED Right-Hand Switch FunctionsLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Radio OperationLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD) OperationCOMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Control
Air Conditioning OperationFront Blower ControlFront Mode ControlRear Temperature Control - If EquippedRear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/WiperAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If EquippedAutomatic ControlLevel Of Automatic ControlManual
Control (ATC)Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped Rear Rotary Temperature ControlFront Unit to Rear Unit ChartOperating TipsOperating Tips Chart REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer Rear Window DefrostingSTARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic TransmissionFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If
EquippedNV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / PrecautionsShifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterPARKING BRAKE
BRAKE SYSTEM Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)POWER STEERING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)BAS (Brake AssistSystem) TCS (Traction Control System)ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)ESP (Electronic Stability
Program)MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading andTire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply Tires
Compact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceSUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE
INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED TIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS
Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) MessageFLEXIBLE FUEL - IF EQUIPPED E-85 General InformationETHANOL FUEL (E-85)Fuel RequirementsSelection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline VehiclesStartingCruising RangeReplacement PartsMaintenanceVEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelCurb WeightLoadingTRAILER TOWING
Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsSNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing 2WD
ModelsRecreational Towing 4WD ModelsEQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationJACKING INSTRUCTIONS Removing The Spare TireTire Changing
ProcedureJUMP STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Four-Wheel Drive VehiclesTwo-Wheel Drive VehiclesMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.7L V6 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.7L V-8 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V-8 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterEngine Fuel FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance Free BatteryPower Steering - Fluid CheckAir Conditioner MaintenanceFront
Suspension Ball JointsDrive Shaft Constant Velocity JointsBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield and Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemEmission Related ComponentsBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionTransfer CaseAxlesAppearance
Care and Protection from CorrosionFUSE BLOCK Fuses (Interior)Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Fuses (Integrated Power Module) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/Turn SignalRear Side Marker, Tail Lights,
Turn Signals And Backup Lights - ReplacementLicense LightsCenter High-Mounted StoplightFog Lights FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU
NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction Grades
Temperature GradesINDEX