2008 DODGE DURANGO wheel

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 MopartLock
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.
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²If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible.
The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil-
ity of the owner.
²If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
²If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
²Use Moparttouch up paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the
color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To removeheavy soil, use MopartWheel Cleaner or select a non-
abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads,
steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only Mo-
partcleaners are recommended. Do not use oven cleaner.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or
harsh brushes that may damage the wheels' protective
finish.
YES EssentialstFabric Cleaning Procedure ± If
Equipped
YES Essentialstseats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
²Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
²Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
²For tough stains, apply MopartTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
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2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the
inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by
opening the fender panel access door which is located in
the wheel liner.
3. Grasp the headlight and pull firmly to disengage the
headlight from the fender panel.4. While firmly holding the headlight in your hands
disconnect all connectors by following the procedure
described in step number 5 below.
5. Remove the bulb connector from the headlight making
sure to pull and release the red tab on all connectors.
Loosen the connector by pressing down on the black
and/or green release which is located below or above the
red tab. The green release is located above the red tab on
the H13, the black release is located above the 3457AK
red tab.
6. Twist and remove socket from lamp.
7. Remove bulb from socket and replace.
NOTE:These are Halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch
the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers
could cause excessive heat build-up which reduces bulb
life.
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Fog Lights
To replace the left foglamp bulb:
1. Remove the three wheel liner screws.2. Remove the remove the far left air dam screw at the
bottom of the fascia.
3. Peel back the liner and access the foglamp.
4. Rotate the socket and connector 1/4 turn counter-
clockwise and pull straight reward to disengage from the
lamp.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace.
The right foglamp can be accessed from below the
vehicle. Follow the previous steps 4 and 5 of the left
foglamp to replace the bulb.
NOTE:These are Halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch
the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers
could cause excessive heat build-up, which reduces bulb
life.
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on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause thematerial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Oil (Engine).......................... 393
Power Steering........................ 399
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 406
Car Washes............................ 416
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............75,336
Cargo Management System................. 185
Cargo Organizer....................... 185
Cargo Organizer........................ 185
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 343
Catalytic Converter...................... 396
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............206,236
Cellular Phone..................87,236,237,251
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 437
Certification Label....................... 343
Charging.............................. 375
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 306
Child Restraint........................64,65
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............68,73
Child Seat.............................. 70Circuit Breakers......................... 420
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 417
Climate Control......................... 251
Climate Control, Rear Zone..............255,261
Clock.....................204,207,210,222,237
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 250
Compact Spare Tire...................... 317
Compass Calibration..................... 166
Compass Variance....................... 167
Connector
UCI ................................ 240
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 240
Console, Floor.......................181,182
Console, Overhead....................158,159
Contract, Service........................ 454
Coolant Pressure Cap
(Radiator Cap).................384,385,386,406
Cooling System......................... 403
464 INDEX

Engine Oil........................... 391
Power Steering........................ 399
Transfer Case......................... 414
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 440
Fog Lights..........................141,438
Folding Rear Seat.....................123,126
Four Wheel Drive....................... 281
Operation........................... 281
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 366
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 377
Front Axle (Differential)................... 415
Fuel................................. 332
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................336,338
Filter............................... 396
Gauge.............................. 193
Octane Rating......................332,440
Requirements......................332,439
Tank Capacity........................ 439
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel VehiclesFuel System Caution..................... 338
Fuses.....................180,420,421,424,427
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 168
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............336,338,388
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 193
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 332
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 333
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 193
Fuel................................ 193
Odometer.........................196,198
Speedometer......................... 195
Tachometer.......................... 196
Gear Ranges........................... 276
General Information.................16,114,332
Glass Cleaning.......................... 419
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............344,347
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 343
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Center Mounted Stop................... 437
Courtesy/Reading..................... 158
Cruise.............................. 203
Daytime Running...................... 141
Dome.............................. 159
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.........................200,300
Fog ..........................141,198,438
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 366
Headlights........................... 140
High Beam........................... 143
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 143
Instrument Cluster..................140,193
Interior..........................138,158
License............................. 436
Lights On Reminder.................... 141
Low Fuel.........................193,194
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 201
Park............................... 140Passing............................. 143
Reading............................. 159
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 194
Service.............................. 430
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 201
Traction Control....................... 300
Turn Signal........................142,432
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 193
Loading Vehicle......................... 343
Tires ............................... 309
Locks................................. 28
Automatic Door........................ 30
Child Protection........................ 32
Door................................ 28
Ignition.............................. 17
Keys................................ 12
Power Door........................... 29
Steering Wheel......................... 17
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