2012 DODGE DURANGO coolant capacity

•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

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

Engine Oil......................... 587
Power Steering ...................... 464
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 634
Fog Light Service ........................ 628
Fog Lights .......................... 303,628
Folding Rear Seat ..................... 174,177
Forward Collision Warning ...........232,318,337
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 551
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 571
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 609
Fuel ................................. 511
Additives .......................... 514
Clean Air .......................... 512
Conserving ......................... 323
Ethanol ........................... 512
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............519,522
Gasoline ........................... 511
Gauge ............................ 305
Light ............................. 319 Materials Added
..................... 514
Methanol .......................... 512
Requirements ....................... 632
Saver Mode ........................ 323
Tank Capacity ....................... 632
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 323
Fuel Saver ............................. 323
Fuel System Caution ..................... 521
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 515
Fuses ................................ 620
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 250
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............519,522,583
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 511
Conserving ......................... 323
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 512
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 512
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 308
Fuel .............................. 305
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Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 589
System, Remote Starting .................... 29
Tachometer ............................ 299
Telescoping Steering Column .............202,203
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 408
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 308
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 85
Text Messaging ......................... 145
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 281
Tilt Steering Column ................... 202,203
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 484
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 482
Tire Markings .......................... 478
Tire Safety Information .................... 478
Tires ........................... 101,488,661
Air Pressure ........................ 489
Chains ............................ 497
Changing .......................... 552 Compact Spare
...................... 492
General Information .................. 488
High Speed ......................... 491
Inflation Pressures .................... 489
Jacking ............................ 552
Life of Tires ........................ 495
Load Capacity .................... 484,485
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 500
Pressure Warning Light ................ 299
Quality Grading ..................... 661
Radial ............................ 491
Replacement ........................ 496
Rotation ........................... 499
Safety ............................. 478
Sizes ............................. 480
Snow Tires ......................... 498
Spare Tire .......................... 554
Spinning ........................... 494
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 494
680 INDEX