2014 DODGE DURANGO heating

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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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551

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

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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INDEX 647

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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