2014 DODGE DURANGO engine overheat

Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that
will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place
the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial
Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Elec-
tronic Brake Control” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information. Once the vehicle has been freed,
press the ESC Off switch again to restore ESC On
mode.
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
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CAUTION! (Continued)
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
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.
550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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).
MANUAL PARK RELEASE
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the
parking brake, before activating the Manual Park
Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will
allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by
the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow
vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on an
unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or
death for those in or around the vehicle.
In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis-
sion will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead battery),
a Manual Park Release is available.
Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
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WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing
CO, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things
To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further
information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con-
tact anything that can burn.
CAUTION!
• The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control
device and may seriously reduce engine perfor-
mance and cause serious damage to the engine.
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•
Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583

WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Overheating.......................... .526
Starting ............................. .406
Temperature Gauge ..................... .294
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .569
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................569
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............80
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .487
Event Data Recorder ........................84
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................50
Exhaust System ...........................115
Exterior Lights ...........................118
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .570
Air Conditioning ...................... .398
Engine Oil ........................... .570
Engine Oil Disposal .....................570
Flashers ............................... .526Hazard Warning
....................... .526
Turn Signal ............................118
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .494
Engine Oil ........................... .494
Fuel Requirements ..................... .492
Maintenance .......................... .495
Replacement Parts ...................... .495
Starting ............................. .494
Flooded Engine Starting ....................410
Fluid Capacities ......................... .618
Fluid Leaks .............................118
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................595
Brake ............................... .590
Engine Oil ........................... .567
Power Steering ........................ .438
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........619
Fog Lights ............................. .293
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Filter Disposal........................ .570
Identification Logo ..................... .568
Materials Added to ..................... .570
Recommendation ...................... .568
Viscosity ............................ .569
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .570
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................563
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............244
Operating Precautions ..................... .563
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............6
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................127
Overhead Console ........................ .241
Overheating, Engine ...................... .295
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............6
Paint Care ............................. .596
Panic Alarm ..............................26
Parking Brake ........................... .439
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................229 Passing Light
........................... .185
Passive Entry .............................36
Pets ...................................113
Pets, Transporting .........................113
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........460
Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ................603
Door Locks ............................34
Inverter ............................. .261
Lift Gate ..............................48
Mirrors ............................. .133
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........256
Seats ............................... .145
Steering ............................. .436
Sunroof ............................. .253
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............191
Windows ..............................42
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................68
Preparation for Jacking .....................535
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