2011 DODGE DURANGO differential

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic
brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake
Assist System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM),
and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All five of these
systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and
control in various driving conditions.
Also, your vehicle is equipped with Trailer Sway Control
(TSC), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Brake Lock Differential
(BLD), Ready Alert Braking, and Rain Brake Support.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control
under adverse braking conditions. The system controls
hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and
help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
WARNING!
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The
ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those re-
sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on
very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa-
bilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which
could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.
Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake
pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine
power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability. A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited
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Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip
differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven
axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than
the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning
wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied
to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains
active even if ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode.
Refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this
section for more information.
Brake Assist System (BAS)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sens-
ing the rate and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the
anti-lock brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very
quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive thebenefit of the system, you must apply
continuousbrak-
ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not
“pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal
is released, the BAS is deactivated.
WARNING!
The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The
BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those re-
sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on
very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa-
bilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which
could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
M2 20 Amp
Yellow Electronic Limit Slip
Differential/Air Sus-
pension
M3 20 Amp
Yellow Liftgate Unlock/DRL
Relay
M5 25 Amp
Natural 115V AC Power In-
verter
M6 20 Amp
Yellow Rain Sensor/Cigar
Lighter
M7 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #2
(Switchable)
M8 20 Amp
Yellow Front Heated Seat &
Steering Wheel
M9 20 Amp
Yellow Rear Heated Seats
M10 15 Amp
Blue Video/Universal Ga-
rage Door OpenerCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
M11 10 Amp
Red Heating, Ventilation &
Air Conditioning (Cli-
mate Control System)
M12 30 Amp
Green Radio/Amplifier
M13 20 Amp
Yellow Instrument Cluster
M14 20 Amp
Yellow Back Up Camera
M15 20 Amp
Yellow Power Seat
Module(s)/Adaptive
Cruise Control/Audio
Telematics/Daytime
Running Lights
Relay/Air Suspension
Module/Instrument
Cluster
514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353 or equivalent.
Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir – 3.6L
Engine MOPAR
Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs
EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s
Power Steering Reservoir – 5.7L
Engine MOPAR
Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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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
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Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 383
Polishing and Waxing ..................... 507
Power Door Locks ......................... 34
Inverter ........................... 220
Lift Gate ........................... 46
Mirrors ............................ 109
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 216
Seats ........................... 120,122
Steering ........................ 362,364
Sunroof ........................... 212
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ......... 160
Windows ........................... 42
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 67
Preparation for Jacking .................... 455
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 61
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 274Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)
.................... 24
Quadra-Trac ........................... 350
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 390
Radio Operation ........................ 319
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect™ studios) .......... 315
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 158
Rear Air Conditioning .................... 326
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 501
Rear Camera ........................... 202
Rear Cross Path ......................... 117
Rear Cupholder ......................... 222
Rear Heater ............................ 326
Rear Park Sense System ................... 193
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
Rear Window Defroster ................... 229
Rear Window Features .................... 228
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