2014 DODGE DURANGO radiator

CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that
allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine cool-
ant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc-
ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform-
ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•
We recommend using MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106.
• Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen-
trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below
34° F (37° C) are anticipated.
• Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
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(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer. •
Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587

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.
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When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-
12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not
overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. •
Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589

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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INDEX 643

Cargo Area Features...................... .272
Cargo Compartment ...................... .272
Light ............................... .273
Luggage Carrier ....................... .278
Cargo Light ............................ .273
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .274
Car Washes ............................ .596
Cellular Phone .......................... .382
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............617
Certification Label ........................ .499
Chains, Tire ............................ .475
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .529
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .455
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .564
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............114
Checks, Safety ............................114
Child Restraint ............................85
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation ....................107 Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint . . . .102
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt
................................ .104
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......93
Child Safety Locks .........................35
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .487
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .598
Climate Control ......................... .382
Cold Weather Operation ....................409
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............381
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .470
Console, Overhead ....................... .241
Contract, Service ......................... .635
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........587
Cooling System .......................... .584
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............586
Coolant Capacity ...................... .618
Coolant Level ......................... .588
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Disposal of Used Coolant.................588
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................585
Inspection ........................... .584
Points to Remember .....................589
Pressure Cap ......................... .587
Radiator Cap ......................... .587
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............585
Corrosion Protection ...................... .596
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................198
Cupholders ............................ .263
Customer Assistance ...................... .633
Data Recorder, Event .......................84
Daytime Running Lights ....................178
Dealer Service ........................... .565
Defroster, Rear Window .....................277
Defroster, Windshield ......................116
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .567Power Steering
........................ .438
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................555
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................588
Door Locks ..............................32
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......35
Door Locks ............................32
KeyFob...............................32
Remote ...............................32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................32
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .244
Driving ............................... .431
E-85 Fuel .............................. .492
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .414
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........256
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................277
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................133
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .............424
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INDEX 645

PretensionersSeat Belts ..............................63
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .23
Quadra-Trac ............................ .424
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .467
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........587
Radio Operation ......................... .382
Radio Remote Controls .....................379
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................189
Rear Air Conditioning ..................... .392
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................592
Rear Camera ........................... .239
Rear Cross Path ......................... .141
Rear Cupholder ......................... .263
Rear ParkSense System .....................229
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .160
Rear Window Features .....................276 Rear Wiper/Washer
....................... .276
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .149
Recorder, Event Data .......................84
Recreational Towing ...................... .517
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........520
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......523
Reformulated Gasoline .....................487
Refrigerant ............................. .573
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................67
Remote Control Starting System .........................28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
Arm The Alarm .........................20
Disarm The Alarm .......................21
FCC General Information ..................28
Panic Alarm ............................26
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........19
Programming Additional Transmitters .........19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........379
654 INDEX