2009 DODGE DURANGO battery

WARNING! (Continued)
•Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked (+)
positive and negative (-) and identified on the
battery case.
•If a “fast charger” is used while battery is in
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
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FUSES
CAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Interior Fuses
The fuse block contains blade-type mini-fuses, relays,
and circuit breakers for high-current circuits. It is located
in the left kick panel. It is accessible through a snap-in
cover.
Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F1 15 Amp BlueInstrument Clus-
ter Battery Feed
F 2 10 Amp Red Spare
Fuse Block Cover
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Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F3 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for Next
Generation Con-
troller (NGC),
Integrated
Power Module
(IPM), A/C Re-
lay and Fuel
Pump Relay
F4 10 Amp RedDoor Node and
Non-Memory
Power Mirror
Switch Battery
Feed
F5 (2) 10 Amp RedAirbags (two
Fuses in Yellow
Holder)
F6 2 Amp ClearIgnition Run/
Start UnlockCavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F7 25 Amp NaturalRadio Battery
Feed
F8 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/
Start for
Cluster/Transfer
Case/Seat Sw.
Back Lighting
F9 10 Amp RedSatellite Digital
Audio Receiver
(SDAR)/Digital
Video Disc
(DVD) Battery
Feed
F10 10 Amp Red Spare
F11 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
F12 20 Amp YellowCluster Battery
Feed
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Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F13 10 Amp RedIgnition Run
HVAC Module/
Heated Rear
Glass (EBL) Re-
lay
F14 10 Amp RedABS Module Ig-
nition Run
F15 15 Amp BlueBattery Feed
Bluetooth,
Compass/Trip
Computer
(CMTC), Sentry
KeyDiagnos-
tics
F16 20 Amp YellowReconfigurable
Power OutletsCavity Mini Fuse/Color Description
F17 20 Amp YellowIgnition Run /
Rear Park Assist
/ Second Row
Heated Seats
F18 20 Amp YellowCigar Lighter
Ignition
F19 10 Amp Red Spare Fuse
F20 15 Amp BlueHeating & Air
Conditioning
w/ATC Only
Battery Feed
F21 25 Amp NaturalAmplifier Bat-
tery Feed
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Cav-
ityCartridge
Fuse / Re-
layMini Fuse Description
27 30 Amp
GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) #1
28 30 Amp
GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) #2
29 Spare
30 Spare
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
•Disconnect the Ignition Off Draw (I.O.D.) fuses located
in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The I.O.D.
cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the fuse
to be disconnected without removing it from the fuse
block.
•The transfer case should be placed in the 4HI mode
and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain.
•As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No.
Dome Light.................... NotServiceable
Liftgate Lamp........................... 567
Overhead Console Lights........... NotServiceable
Reading Light................... NotServiceable
Visor Vanity Lights............... NotServiceable
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb No.
Headlight............................. H13
Front Park/Turn......................3457AK
Backup...............................3057
Center High-Mounted Stop Light............. 921
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oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED – If Equipped” under “System Status (EVIC
Displays)” in Section 3, or under “Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” under “Instrument Cluster Description” in Sec-
tion 4.At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
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Axle Fluid............................. 445
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 420
Battery.......................395,396,397,404
Charging............................ 388
Emergency Starting..................... 388
Gas Caution.......................... 388
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 147
Belts, Seat............................40,74
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 406
B-Pillar Location........................ 325
Brake Assist System...................... 313
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 312
Brake Fluid............................ 445
Brake System........................... 416
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................309,312
Fluid Check.......................... 416
Master Cylinder....................... 416Parking............................. 308
Warning Light.....................205,210
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 293
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 71
Bulb Replacement....................... 435
Bulbs, Light..........................74,434
Calibration, Compass..................... 174
Camera, Rear........................... 163
Capacities, Fluid........................ 443
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 355
Oil (Engine).......................... 402
Power Steering........................ 307
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 413
Car Washes............................ 421
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............73,351
Cargo Management System................. 191
Cargo Organizer....................... 191
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Low Fuel............................ 203
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 212
Passing............................. 150
Reading............................. 166
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 204
Service............................. 434
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 212
Traction Control....................... 316
Turn Signal......................74,149,437
Voltage............................. 205
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 203
Loading Vehicle......................... 358
Tires ............................... 325
Locks................................. 28
Automatic Door........................ 29
Child Protection........................ 32
Door................................ 28
Keys................................ 12
Power Door........................... 29Steering Wheel......................... 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 65
Lubrication, Body....................... 406
Lug Nuts............................. 386
Luggage Carrier......................... 195
Lumbar Support........................ 122
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 404
Maintenance Procedures................... 401
Maintenance Schedule.................... 448
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 212,399
Manual, Service......................... 469
Manual Transmission
Lubricant Selection..................... 445
Map/Reading Lights..................165,166
Memory Seat........................... 136
Mirrors................................ 82
Automatic Dimming...................82,85
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