2012 DODGE DURANGO cooling

•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, install
ONLY 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.
Fluid Level Check – Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service, or immedi-
ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system
failure.
The brake master cylinder has a plastic reservoir. On the
outboard side of the reservoir, there is a “MAX” dot and
a “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be kept within these
two dots. Do not add fluid above the MAX mark, because
leakage may occur at the cap.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L and 5.7L Engines 24 Gallons91 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Without Trailer
Tow Package 10 Quarts
9.8 Liters
3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – With Trailer
Tow Package 11 Quarts
10.4 Liters
3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Front and Rear
Heat Without Trailer Tow Package 11.5 Quarts
10.8 Liters
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cooling System......................... 601
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 603
Coolant Capacity ..................... 632
Coolant Level ....................... 605
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 605
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 602
Inspection .......................... 601
Points to Remember .................. 606
Pressure Cap ........................ 604
Radiator Cap ....................... 604
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......602,632
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 208
Cupholders ............................ 270
Customer Assistance ..................... 655
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 80
Daytime Running Lights ................... 191
Dealer Service .......................... 586
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 283 Defroster, Windshield
.................. 100,413
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 583
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 613
Oil (Engine) ........................ 587
Power Steering ...................... 464
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 574
Disposal Engine Oil ......................... 590
Used Engine Fluids ................... 590
Door Locks ............................. 34
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 36
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 250
Driving ............................... 457
Off-Pavement ....................... 457
Off-Road .......................... 457
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 323
E-85 Fuel ............................. 515
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INDEX 667

Electric Remote Mirrors................... 112
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 263
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 467
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 468
Brake Assist System ................... 469
Electronic Roll Mitigation ............... 470
Traction Control System ................ 468
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 470
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....205,208
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 470
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ....................... 303,309
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ........... 450
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 571
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 551
Jacking ............................ 552
Jump Starting ....................... 567
Tow Hooks ......................... 573 Emission Control System Maintenance
......... 584
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... 590
Block Heater ........................ 429
Break-In Recommendations .............. 97
Compartment .................... 581,582
Compartment Identification ..........581,582
Cooling ........................... 601
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............48,98,515
Fails to Start ........................ 428
Flooded, Starting ..................... 428
Fuel Requirements ................. 51 1,632
Jump Starting ....................... 567
Multi-Displacement ................... 465
Oil ............................ 587,632
Oil Change Interval ................... 588
Oil Disposal ........................ 590
Oil Filter ........................... 590
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 590
668 INDEX

Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 532
Tow Hooks, Emergency ................... 573
Towing ............................ 525,574
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............. 137
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 574
Guide ............................. 531
Recreational ........................ 540
Weight ............................ 531
Towing Assistance ....................... 137
Traction Control ......................... 468
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 474
Trailer Towing .......................... 525
Cooling System Tips .................. 539
Hitches ............................ 530
Minimum Requirements ................ 533
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 532
Wiring ............................ 536
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 531
Trailer Weight .......................... 531 Transfer Case
........................... 610
Electronically Shifted .................. 450
Maintenance ........................ 610
Transmission Automatic .................... 432,440,611
Maintenance ........................ 611
Shifting ........................... 430
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 27
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) .......................... 250
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 24
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 494
Turn Signals ...................... 303,628,630
UCI Connector ......................... 364
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 123
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