2013 DODGE DURANGO tires

NOTE:Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Offmode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the ESC
Off switch again to restore ESC Onmode.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.NOTE:
For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
• Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle.
Chains may break, causing serious injury or death.
• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps may become disengaged, caus-
ing serious injury.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
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Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
676 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .222
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............627
Adding Fuel ............................ .542
Additives, Fuel .......................... .536
Airbag ..................................68
Airbag Deployment ........................79
Airbag Light .............................76
Airbag Maintenance ........................80
Airbag, Side ..............................71
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................72
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .614
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................616
Air Conditioning Filter .....................617
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .................430
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................616
Air Conditioning System ....................423
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .510
Alarm, Panic .............................26
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................21 All Wheel Drive (AWD)
.....................468
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............9
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................377
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................626
Disposal ............................ .628
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................486
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................314
Anti-Theft System ........................ .318
Appearance Care ........................ .638
Assistance Towing ........................ .147
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .494
Auto Down Power Windows ..................43
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................121
Automatic Headlights ..................... .201
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........423
Automatic Transmission ....................449
Adding Fluid ........................ .638
Fluid and Filter Changes .................638
Fluid Change ........................ .638
678 INDEX

Jack Operation.......................... .576
Jump Starting ........................... .590
Key-In Reminder ..........................18
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................37
Keyless Entry System .......................24
Keyless Go ...............................14
Key, Programming .........................20
Key, Replacement ..........................20
Keys ...................................14
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................19
Lane Change Assist ....................... .209
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................53
Latches ................................112
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .533
Leaks, Fluid .............................112
Life of Tires ............................ .517
Liftgate .................................45 Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer
...............294
Light Bulbs ..............................112
Lights .................................112
Airbag ...............................76
Anti-Lock ........................... .314
Automatic Headlights ...................201
Back-Up ............................ .654
Brake Assist Warning ....................497
Brake Warning ........................ .318
Bulb Replacement ..................... .652
Cargo .............................. .292
Center Mounted Stop ....................655
Daytime Running ..................... .203
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................200
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .497
Exterior ..............................112
Fog ................................ .315
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................574
Headlights .......................... .652
686 INDEX

Headlights On With Wipers...............201
High Beam Indicator ....................315
Illuminated Entry .......................23
Low Fuel ........................... .332
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........312
Map Reading ......................... .206
Passing ............................. .209
Reading ............................ .206
Rear Servicing ........................ .654
Rear Tail ............................ .654
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .320
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..............318
Service ............................. .652
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .312
Side Marker ......................... .654
SmartBeams ......................... .202
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............311
Traction Control ....................... .497
Turn Signal ...........................112 Vanity Mirror
........................ .124
Loading Vehicle ......................... .545
Tires ............................... .504
Locks ..................................33
Child Protection ........................36
Door ................................33
Power Door ...........................35
Lubrication, Body ........................ .619
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................296
Maintenance Free Battery ....................615
Maintenance Procedures ....................610
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .660
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......312
Manual, Service ......................... .674
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............192
Memory Seat ........................... .192
Memory Seats and Radio ....................192
Methanol .............................. .534
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