2011 DODGE DURANGO coolant temperature

•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be periodically inspected.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 166
Adding Fuel........................... 418
Additives, Fuel ......................... 413
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 484
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 487
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 488
Air Conditioning System .................. 319
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 328
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ................ 326
Air Filter .............................. 484
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 388
Airbag .............................. 67,77
Airbag Deployment ....................... 78
Airbag Light ................... 75,76,81,98,250
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 80
Airbag, Side ...................... 71,74,76,77
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........72,74,77
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................20,250
Alarm, Panic ............................ 26 All Wheel Drive (AWD)
................... 350
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 305
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 368
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 247
Anti-Theft System ....................... 250
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 524
Appearance Care ........................ 506
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 374
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 43
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 108
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 35
Automatic Headlights .................... 147
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 319
Automatic Transmission ................343,503
Adding Fluid ....................... 506
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 503
Fluid Level Check ................. 504,505
Fluid Type ......................... 503
554 INDEX

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 525
Fog Light Service ........................ 520
Fog Lights .......................... 248,520
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 136
Forward Collision Warning ...........188,261,281
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 448
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 501
Fuel ................................. 410
Additives .......................... 413
Clean Air .......................... 411
Conserving ......................... 268
Ethanol ............................ 411
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............418,421
Gasoline ........................... 410
Gauge ............................ 250
Light ............................. 263
Materials Added ..................... 413
Methanol .......................... 411
Requirements ....................... 524 Saver Mode
........................ 268
Tank Capacity ....................... 524
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 268
Fuel Saver ............................. 268
Fuel System Caution ..................... 420
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 414
Fuses ................................ 511
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 206
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............418,421,477
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 410
Conserving ......................... 268
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 411
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 411
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 252
Fuel .............................. 250
Speedometer ........................ 249
Tachometer ......................... 244
560 INDEX

Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 67
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... 373
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 483
System, Remote Starting .................... 29
Tachometer ............................ 244
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 160
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 319
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 252
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 86
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 227
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 160
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 383
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 381
Tire Markings .......................... 378
Tire Safety Information .................... 378
Tires ........................... 100,387,551
Air Pressure ........................ 388
Chains ............................ 397 Changing
.......................... 449
Compact Spare ...................... 391
General Information .................. 387
High Speed ......................... 390
Inflation Pressures .................... 388
Jacking ............................ 449
Life of Tires ........................ 395
Load Capacity .................... 383,384
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 399
Pressure Warning Light ................ 244
Quality Grading ..................... 551
Radial ............................ 390
Replacement ........................ 395
Rotation ........................... 398
Safety ............................. 378
Sizes ............................. 379
Snow Tires ......................... 398
Spare Tire .......................... 451
Spinning ........................... 394
570 INDEX