2014 DODGE DURANGO oil change

Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter
at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil
filter and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In addition, have the
exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5
600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16 000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
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•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed
• 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.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• 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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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 625

Fluid and Filter Changes..................595
Fluid Change ......................... .595
Fluid Level Check ...................... .594
Fluid Type ........................... .594
Gear Ranges .......................... .416
Special Additives ...................... .594
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........256
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................256
Battery ................................ .305
Charging ............................ .305
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........26
Belts, Seat ...............................54
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .136
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................578
B-Pillar Location ......................... .460
Brake Assist System ...................... .444
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............442
Brake Fluid ............................ .590Brake System
........................... .590
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .443
Fluid Check .......................... .590
Master Cylinder ....................... .590
Parking ............................. .439
Warning Light ........................ .295
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................414
Bulb Replacement ........................ .612
Bulbs, Light .............................118
Camera, Rear ........................... .239
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .618
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .544
Oil (Engine) .......................... .569
Power Steering ........................ .438
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................587
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................115
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .273
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Electronic Brake Control System...............442
Brake Assist System .....................444
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............444
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........194
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............445
Electronic Vehicle Information Center Instrument Cluster Display .................31
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......299
Change Engine Oil ..................... .305
Change Engine Oil Indicator System ..........305
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .301
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .301
EVIC Display ......................... .303
EVIC Messages ........................ .301
Remote Start ...........................31
Selectable Menu Items ....................312
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................549 Hazard Warning Flasher
..................526
Jacking .............................. .529
Jump Starting ......................... .545
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........564
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .570
Block Heater ...........................411
Break-In Recommendations ................113
Compartment ......................... .561
Compartment Identification ................561
Cooling ............................. .584
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................50
Fails to Start .......................... .410
Flooded, Starting ...................... .410
Fuel Requirements ..................... .486
Jump Starting ......................... .545
Oil................................. .567
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .569
Oil Selection .......................... .568
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Lug Nuts.............................. .527
Maintenance Free Battery ....................571
Maintenance Procedures ....................566
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .624
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......293
Manual, Service ......................... .638
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............167
Memory Seat ........................... .167
Memory Seats and Radio ....................167
Methanol .............................. .487
Mirrors ............................... .126
Electric Powered ....................... .133
Electric Remote ........................ .133
Exterior Folding ....................... .133
Heated .............................. .134
Outside ............................. .127
Rearview ............................ .126
Vanity .............................. .135Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle
...............9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................478
Mopar Parts ............................ .565
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .487
Multi-Function Control Lever .................175
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................113
Occupant Restraints ........................51
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................73
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................486
Odometer .............................. .299
Trip ................................ .299
Oil, Engine ............................. .567
Capacity ............................ .618
Change Interval ....................... .568
Dipstick ............................. .567
Disposal ............................. .570
Filter ............................... .570
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