2009 DODGE DURANGO Owners Manual

uconnectstudios (Satellite Radio) —
If Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU
Radios Only)......................... 260
▫System Activation.................... 260
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 261
▫Selecting uconnectstudios (Satellite)
Mode............................. 262
▫Satellite Antenna..................... 262
▫Reception Quality.................... 262
▫Operating Instructions — uconnectstudios
(Satellite) Mode..................... 262
▫Operating Instructions — uconnectphone
(If Equipped)....................... 265▫Operating Instructions — Video
Entertainment System (VES)™
(If Equipped)....................... 265
uconnect studios(Sirius Backseat TV™) —
If Equipped.......................... 265
Video Entertainment System™ (Sales Code
XRV) — If Equipped.................... 266
Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped.......................... 266
▫Radio Operation..................... 267
▫CD Player......................... 267
CD/DVD Maintenance................. 267
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 268
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Climate Controls...................... 269
▫Manual Control..................... 269
▫Air Conditioning Operation............. 269
▫Front Blower Control................. 270
▫Front Mode Control.................. 270
▫Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped . . . 272
▫Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window
Washer/Wiper...................... 273
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped........................ 273▫Automatic Control................... 274
▫Level Of Automatic Control............. 274
▫Manual Control (ATC)................. 275
▫Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped . . 278
▫Rear Rotary Temperature Control......... 279
▫Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart........... 281
▫Operating Tips...................... 281
▫Operating Tips Chart................. 283
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Headlight Switch 7 - Radio 13 - Transfer Case Switch*
2 - Air Outlets 8 - Climate Control 14 - Speed Control Switches
3 - Demister Outlets 9 - Rear Washer / Wiper 15 - Hood Release
4 - Instrument Cluster 10 - Power Outlet 16 - Adjustable Pedal Control Switch*
5 - Airbags 11 - Heated Seat Switches* 17 - 115v Inverter Switch
6 - Glove Compartment 12 - Electronic Stability System (ESP) Off
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in the tank when
ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The
gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature
when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or
when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed
the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the en-
gine running as you would not be able to react to the
temperature indicator if the engine overheats.The gauge pointer will remain near its last reading when
the engine is turned off. It will return to a true reading
when the engine is restarted.
3. Turn Signal Indicators
When a turn signal is activated, a right-pointing or
left-pointing arrow lights up and flashes to indicate
the direction of the turn. These indicators also indicate
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
If either indicator flashes at a faster rate than normal,
check for a defective bulb. If either indicator fails to light
up when the lever is moved, check for a defective fuse or
turn signal LED. A single chime is activated when the
left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPM
vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for more
than one mile.
4. Low Fuel Warning Light
This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads
1/16 of a tank or less.
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5. High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
6. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light comes on for several seconds after the
ignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckle
up.” This light will remain on as long as the seat
belt remains unbuckled. If this light flashes, it indicates a
fault in the seat belt system. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
7. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proachesH(Hot), this indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound after reaching a set
threshold. Further overheating will cause the tempera-
ture gauge to passH(Hot), the indicator will continu-
ously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the
engine is allowed to cool.CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on,
safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until
the light turns off. If the light remains on, turn the
engine off immediately, and call for service.
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.
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8. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the speed of the vehicle.
9. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
10. Vehicle Security Light
This light will flash rapidly for approximately
15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is
arming. The light will flash at a slower speedcontinuously after the alarm is set. The security light will
also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is
first turned on.
11. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) 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 three seconds. If this light
remains on or comes on during driving, it indicates that
the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not func-
tioning and that service is required. See an authorized
dealer immediately. With the ABS malfunctioning, the
Brake Assist System (BAS) and Electronic Stability Pro-
gram (ESP) are also switched off. Both malfunction
indicator lights illuminate with the engine running. If the
charging voltage falls below 10 volts, the malfunction
indicator light illuminates and the ABS is switched off.
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When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunc-
tion indicator light should go out and the ABS is opera-
tional. If the malfunction indicator light stays illumi-
nated, have the system checked at an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
12. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine
is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
13. Tachometer
This gauge measures engine Revolutions-Per-Minute
(RPM x 1000).14. Shift Lever Indicator
The shift lever indicator is self-contained within the
instrument cluster. It displays the position of the auto-
matic transmission shift lever, and the relation of each
position to all other positions. For a good signal the
display will place a box around the selected transmission
range (PRND21). If the PRNDL displays only the char-
acters PRND21 (no boxes),or if all of the gear positions
are boxed, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
15. Odometer / Trip Odometer
The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To
switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and
release the Trip Odometer button.
To reset a trip odometer, display the desired trip odom-
eter to be reset then push and hold the button until the
display resets (approximately two seconds).
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