2008 DODGE DURANGO charging

Interior Lights
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front
doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating
wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to thesecond upward detent position, or when the UNLOCK
button is pressed on the key fob. When a door is open
and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer control
all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the
interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to stay
open for extended periods of time without discharging
the vehicle's battery.
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or
down (dimmer). When the headlights are ON you can
supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom-
eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control
up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the
9Parade9mode and is useful when headlights are re-
quired during the day.
Dimmer Control
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ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
This vehicle has three auxiliary power outlets that can
provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de-
signed for use with the standard power outlet adapters.
The outlet located in the lower portion of the instrument
panel has a snap on plastic cap so that it can be covered
when not in use. As a safety precaution, the outlet in the
instrument panel only operates with the ignition switch
ON. When the optional Cigar Lighter heating element is
used, it heats when pushed in and pops out automati-
cally when ready for use.To preserve the heating
element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position.
There are two additional 12 V/(20 total Amps for both
outlets) power outlets, one located in the storage bin of
the center console and another located in the right rear
cargo area. These outlets can be reconfigured by the
customer to operate only when the ignition is ON(switched battery fed) or with the ignition ON or OFF
(battery fed) to allow for cellular telephone charging and
or operation while the ignition is off.
NOTE:All accessories connected to these outlets should
be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use
to protect the battery against discharge (unless the cus-
tomer has reconfigured the fuse block to switched battery
feed). (See page 179 for more information.)
115V Inverter Outlet ± If Equipped
This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150
Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center
console. These outlets can power cell phones, electronics
and other low power devices. This plug is controlled by
a switch located in left lower instrument panel.
Press the switch to turn the power on to the outlet. Press
the switch a second to turn the power off.
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WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow
the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap
paragraph.
8. Speedometer
Shows the vehicles speed.
9. Voltage Light
This light monitors the electrical system voltage.
The light should turn on momentarily as the
engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, it indicates a problem with the charging system.
Immediate service should be obtained.10. Security Light
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds
when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will
flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set.
The security light will also come on for about three
seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
11. ABS Warning Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
which is described elsewhere in this manual.
This light will come on when the ignition key is
turned to the ON position and may stay on for
approximately 3 seconds. If this light remains on or
comes on during driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock
portion of the brake system is not functioning and that
service is required. See your authorized dealer immedi-
ately. With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP are
also switched off. Both malfunction indicator lights illu-
minate with the engine running. If the charging voltage
falls below 10 volts, the malfunction indicator light
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 195
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UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) Ð IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:This section is for sales code RES and REQ
radios only with UConnect.Ÿ For sales code REN touch
screen radio, refer to the separate User's Manual.
This feature allows you to plug in an iPodtinto the
vehicle's sound system through a connector (UCI connec-
tor) using an optional connection cable (available
through Mopart). See your authorized dealer for details.
Using this feature,
²the iPodtaudio can be played on the vehicle's sound
system, providing metadata (Track Title, Artist, Al-
bum, etc.) information display on radio.
²the iPodtcan be controlled using the radio buttons to
Play, Browse and List the iPodtcontents.
²the iPodtbattery charges when plugged into the UCI
connector.
Connecting the iPodT
Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPodtto
the vehicle's UCI connector (which is located in the glove
box on some vehicles. This location may vary with
vehicle). Once the iPodtis connected and synchronized
to the vehicle system (this may take a few seconds to
connect), the vehicle brand logo appears on the iPodt
display, and it starts charging and is ready for use by
pressing radio switches as described below.
Controlling the iPodTusing Radio Buttons
To get into the UCI (iPodt) mode and access a connected
iPodt, press the ªAUXº button on the radio faceplate.
Once in the UCI (iPodt) mode, the iPodtaudio track (if
available from iPodt) will start playing over the vehicle
audio system.
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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.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can
often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear
selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE,
while applying slight pressure to the accelerator.The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main-
tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or
racing the engine is most effective. Allow the engine to
idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles.
This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of
transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a
stuck vehicle.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS Ð 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377
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Special Additives...................... 413
Torque Converter...................... 280
Axle Fluid............................. 441
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 414
Ball Joints............................. 400
Battery.......................384,385,386,397
Charging............................ 375
Emergency Starting..................... 375
Gas Caution.......................... 375
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 139
Belts, Drive............................ 394
Belts, Seat.............................. 40
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 401
B-Pillar Location........................ 309
Brake Assist System...................... 296
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 295
Brake Fluid............................ 441Brake System........................291,410
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................291,295
Disc Brakes.......................... 410
Fluid Check.......................... 410
Hoses.............................. 411
Master Cylinder....................... 410
Parking............................. 290
Warning Light.....................195,199
Brakes............................... 291
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 276
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 430
Bulbs, Light............................ 430
Calibration, Compass..................... 166
Camera, Rear........................... 156
Capacities, Fluid........................ 439
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 336
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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