2015 DODGE DURANGO trailer

Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy
traffic.
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent
shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you can use the
AutoStick shift control to manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle
under heavy loading conditions, will improve perfor-
mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat buildup. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
AutoStick
•When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and
avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or
“3” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
•To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces-
sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to
a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road
conditions allow.
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
•Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
•When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing
Condition
Wheels
OFF the
Ground
Rear-
Wheel
Drive
Models
All-Wheel Drive Models
With Single-Speed Transfer
Case
All-Wheel Drive Models With
Two-Speed Transfer Case
Flat Tow NONENOT AL-
LOWED
NOT ALLOWED•See Instructions
•Transmission in PARK
•Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
•Tow in forward direction
Dolly Tow FrontNOT AL-
LOWED
NOT ALLOWEDNOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWEDNOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OKOKOK
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NOTE:When recreational towing your vehicle, always
follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state
and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional
details.
Recreational Towing — Rear-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain
will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is
allowedONLYif the rear wheels areOFFthe ground.
This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle
trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission
into PARK.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following
the dolly manufacturer ’s instructions.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow-
ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive Models
(Single-Speed Transfer Case)
Recreational towing is not allowed.These models do
not have a NEUTRAL (N) position in the transfer case.
NOTE:This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or
vehicle trailer provided all four wheels areOFFthe
ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive Models
(Two-Speed Transfer Case)
The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) and
the transmission must be in PARK for recreational tow-
ing. The NEUTRAL (N) selection button is adjacent to the
transfer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of
transfer case NEUTRAL (N) can take place with the
selector switch in any mode position.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT dolly tow any AWD vehicle. Towing with
only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear)
will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the
ground, or OFF the ground (using a vehicle trailer).
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F0640 Amp Green–Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control
Pump
F0740 Amp Green–Starter Solenoid
F0820 Amp Blue–Emission Sensors (Diesel engine only)
F0930 Amp Pink–Diesel Fuel Heater (Diesel engine only)
F1040 Amp Green–Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2
F1130 Amp Pink–Trailer Tow Electric Brake - If Equipped
F1240 Amp Green–Body Controller #3 / Power Locks
F1340 Amp Green–Blower Motor Front
F1440 Amp Green–Body Controller #4 / Interior Lights #2
F1730 Amp Pink–Headlamp Washer- If Equipped
F1920 Amp Blue–Headrest Solenoid- If Equipped
F2030 Amp Pink–Passenger Door Module
F2220 Amp Blue–Engine Control Module
F2330 Amp Pink–Interior Lights #1
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F2430 Amp Pink–Driver Door Module
F2530 Amp Pink–Front Wipers
F2630 Amp Pink–Anti-lock Brakes/Stability Control Module/
Valves
F2820 Amp Blue–Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped
F2920 Amp Blue–Trailer Tow Parking Lights - If Equipped
F3030 Amp Pink–Trailer Tow Receptacle - If Equipped
F3230 Amp Pink–Drive Train Control Module
F3430 Amp Pink–Slip Differential Control
F3530 Amp Pink–Sunroof - If Equipped
F3630 Amp Pink–Rear Defroster
F3725 Amp Clear–Rear Blower Motor - If Equipped
F3830 Amp Pink–Power Inverter 115V AC - If Equipped
F3930 Amp Pink–Power Liftgate - If Equipped
F40–10 Amp RedDaytime Running Lights/Headlamp Leveling
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F42–20 Amp YellowHorn
F44–10 Amp RedDiagnostic Port
F46–10 Amp RedTire Pressure Monitor - If Equipped
F49–10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack / Climate Control
F50–20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module - If
Equipped
F51–15 Amp Blue Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition /
Steering Column Lock
F52–5 Amp TanBattery Sensor
F53–20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights - If
Equipped
F55–10 Amp RedDTV / DSRC
F56–15 Amp Blue Additional Content (Diesel engine only)
F57–15 Amp BlueHID Headlamps LH - If Equipped
F59–10 Amp RedPurging Pump (Diesel engine only)
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F74–20 Amp YellowBrake Vacuum Pump - If Equipped
F76–10 Amp Red Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control
F77–10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Dis-
connect Module
F78–10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power
Steering - If Equipped
F80–10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener / Compass /
Anti-Intrusion Module
F81–20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Right Turn/Stop Lights
F82–10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module/ Cruise
Control
F83–10 Amp RedFuel Door
F84–15 Amp BlueSwitch Bank/Instrument Cluster
F85–10 Amp RedAirbag Module
F86–10 Amp RedAirbag Module
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