2012 DODGE DURANGO tow bar

▫Sunroof Fully Closed .................. 262
 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 263
 Power Inverter — If Equipped ............ 268
 Cupholders .......................... 270
▫ Front Seat Cupholders ................. 270
▫ Rear Cupholders ..................... 270
 Storage ............................. 272
▫ Glove Compartment .................. 272
▫ Door Storage ....................... 273
▫ Front Center Console ................. 273
▫ Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped) ..... 275
▫ Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped) .... 278
Cargo Area Features ................... 279
▫ Rechargeable Flashlight ................ 279
▫ Cargo Storage ....................... 280
▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover —
If Equipped ........................ 280
▫ Cargo Tie-Down Hooks ................ 281
 Rear Window Features .................. 282
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ............ 282
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 283
 Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped ......... 284
▫ Deploying The Crossbars ............... 285
▫ Stowing The Crossbars ................ 288
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight
on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.The load must
not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly
distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed
within the roof rack side rails. Crossbars should always
be used whenever cargo is placed on the roof rack. Check
the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains
securely attached.
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Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding
the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with
crossbar on the opposite side.CAUTION!
Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent
damage to the vehicle.
Starting with one crossbar, bend down the pivot supports
at each end.
Removing Crossbars
Bending Pivot
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Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the
letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on
the side rail.Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by moving
it towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the
crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far
into the slot as possible. Once the crossbar is in place,
tighten both thumb screws completely.
Positioning Crossbars
Installing Crossbars
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Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the
deployment of the crossbars.Stowing the Crossbars
Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb
screws at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the
matching letter to remove it from the deployed position.
Repeat with the other crossbar.
CAUTION!
Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent
damage to the vehicle.
Deployed Crossbars
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Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot sup-
ports at each end.Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail.
Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the
matching letters on the side rail.
Crossbar Pivot
Stowing Crossbars
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Slide the crossbar outward, away from the center of the
roof. The crossbar will nest fully within the side rail.
Once the driver ’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the
thumb screws completely.Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the
opposite side.
Crossbar to Side Rail
Tightening Crossbar
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NOTE:
•To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the
side rails when they are not in use.
•If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio
antenna (if equipped), you may experience interrup-
tion of satellite radio reception.
CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the
crossbars deployed. The load should be secured
and placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on
the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the
roof, place a blanket or other protective layer
between the load and the roof surface.
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.(Continued)
Stowed Crossbars
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