2011 DODGE DURANGO jump start

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive
(+)
battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the discharged vehicle.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive (+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
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WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485

Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 216
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 368
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 368
Brake Assist System ................... 369
Electronic Roll Mitigation ............... 370
Traction Control System ................ 368
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 370
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....163,166
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 370
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 248,254
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ........... 351
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 448
Jacking ............................ 449
Jump Starting ....................... 463
Tow Hooks ......................... 467
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 478Engine
Air Cleaner ......................... 484
Block Heater ........................ 341
Break-In Recommendations .............. 95
Compartment .................... 475,476
Compartment Identification ..........475,476
Cooling ........................... 494
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............48,97,414
Fails to Start ........................ 340
Flooded, Starting ..................... 340
Fuel Requirements ................. 410,524
Jump Starting ....................... 463
Multi-Displacement ................... 365
Oil ............................ 481,524
Oil Change Interval ................... 482
Oil Disposal ........................ 484
Oil Filter ........................... 484
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 484
Oil Selection ..................... 482,524
558 INDEX

Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 511
Interior Appearance Care .................. 509
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 156
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 220
Jack Location ........................... 450
Jack Operation ....................... 449,455
Jacking Instructions ...................... 455
Jump Starting .......................... 463
Key-In Reminder ......................... 18
Key, Programming ........................ 20
Key, Replacement ........................ 19
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 18
Keyless Enter-N-Go ................. 38,271,337
Keyless Entry System ...................... 24
Keyless Go .......................... 14,271
Keys ................................. 14 Lap/Shoulder Belts
....................... 52
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....86,88
Latches ............................... 100
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 410
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 100
Life of Tires ............................ 395
Liftgate ................................ 45
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 228
Light Bulbs ............................ 100
Lights ............................. 100,146
Airbag .................... 75,76,81,98,250
Anti-Lock .......................... 247
Automatic Headlights ................. 147
Back-Up ........................... 521
Brake Assist Warning .................. 377
Brake Warning ...................... 250
Bulb Replacement .................... 518
Cargo ............................. 226
562 INDEX