2012 DODGE DURANGO ethanol

▫Replacement Tires .................... 496
 Tire Chains (Traction Devices) ............. 497
 Snow Tires .......................... 498
 Tire Rotation Recommendations ........... 499
 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ....... 500
▫ Base System ........................ 503
▫ Premium System – If Equipped .......... 505
▫ General Information .................. 510
 Fuel Requirements ..................... 511
▫ 3.6L Engine – If Equipped .............. 511
▫ 5.7L Engine – If Equipped .............. 511
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................ 512
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............. 512▫
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ...... 512
▫ MMT In Gasoline .................... 513
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ............... 514
▫ Fuel System Cautions ................. 514
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ............ 515
 Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) —
If Equipped .......................... 515
▫ E-85 General Information ............... 515
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ................... 517
▫ Fuel Requirements ................... 517
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ...... 518
▫ Starting ........................... 518
▫ Cruising Range ...................... 518
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Reformulated Gasoline
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.”
Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe-
cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-
prove air quality.
The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-
line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro-
vide excellent performance and durability of engine and
fuel system components.
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-
genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates
may be used in your vehicle.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso-
line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these
blends may result in starting and driveability prob-
lems, damage critical fuel system components, cause
emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or
cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to illumi-
nate. Pump labels should clearly communicate if a
fuel contains greater than 10% Ethanol.
Problems that result from using gasoline containing
Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol
are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may
not be covered under warranty.
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain-
ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol
content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
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Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and they would result in additional cost.
Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate
service. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentra-
tions of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle
performance problems resulting from the use of
such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of
the manufacturer.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con-
trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
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Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine
running for more than a short period, adjust the
ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into
the vehicle.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper
maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected
every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor-
mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired,
drive with all side windows fully open.
•Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle
to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous
exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) —
IF EQUIPPED
E-85 General Information
The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve-
hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique
fuel filler door label that statesEthanol (E-85) or Un-
leaded Gasoline Only. This section only covers those
subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to
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Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and
15% unleaded gasoline.
WARNING!
Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could
cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-
ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov-
ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the
tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning agent and never
use it near an open flame.
Fuel Requirements
Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with
an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of
these two. For best results, a refueling pattern that
alternates between E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be
avoided.When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that:
•you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less
than 1/4 full
•you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when
refueling
•you operate the vehicle immediately after refueling for
a period of at least 5 minutes
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or significant deterioration in driveability
during warm up.
NOTE:
•When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C),
you may experience hard starting and rough idle
following start up even if the above recommendations
are followed.
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Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure
that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
CAUTION!
Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and
may affect driveability.
ADDING FUEL
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door,
on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or
damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this
vehicle.
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Oil Selection..................... 588,632
Oil Synthetic ........................ 589
Overheating ........................ 551
Starting ........................... 424
Temperature Gauge ................... 308
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 589
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 589
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 77
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 23
Ethanol ............................... 512
Event Data Recorder ...................... 80
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 48,98,515
Exhaust System ....................... 98,599
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 615
Exterior Lights .......................... 101
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 590
Air Conditioning ..................... 594 Engine Oil
......................... 590
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 590
Finish Care ............................ 615
Flashers .............................. 551
Hazard Warning ..................... 551
Turn Signal ................ 101,303,628,630
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 518
Engine Oil ......................... 518
Fuel Requirements ................. 515,517
Maintenance ........................ 519
Replacement Parts .................... 519
Starting ........................... 518
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 428
Fluid Capacities ......................... 632
Fluid Leaks ............................ 101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission .......... 611,612,613
Brake ............................. 607
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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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