2015 DODGE DURANGO towing

If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30
miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheelsOFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed,
or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a
towing dolly, or (when using a suitable steering wheel
stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the straight position)
with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the
ground.
All-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer
case is operable, the vehicleswith a two-speed transfer
casemay be towed (in the forward direction, withALL
wheels on the ground),IFthe transfer case is in NEU-
TRAL and the transmission is inPARK. Refer to “Recre-
ational Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for detailed
instructions.
Vehicles equipped with a single-speed transfer case have
no NEUTRAL position, and thereforemustbe towed will
all four wheelsOFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
•Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur
if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission and/or
transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow-
ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing, while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587

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.
Cooling System
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints.XXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rodends, and replace if necessary.XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axlefluid, change if using your ve-hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parkingbrake function.XXX X X X X
650 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Defroster, Windshield......................110
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...........................591
Power Steering.........................455
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................578
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................611
Door Locks..............................31
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors......33
Door Locks............................31
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Remote...............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................31
Door Opener, Garage.......................242
Driver Information Display
DID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..305
Instrument Cluster Display................305
Driving................................448
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™)......357
E-85 Fuel...............................511
Economy (Fuel) Mode......................430
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........254
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................275
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................128
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case.............441
Electronic Brake Control System...............460
Brake Assist System.....................461
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............462
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........191
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............463
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................572
Hazard Warning Flasher..................548
Jacking...............................551
Jump Starting..........................567
Tow Hooks............................573
670 INDEX

Fuel, Flexible............................511
Fueling................................515
Fuses..................................625
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)............242
Gasoline, Clean Air........................507
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................506
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................507
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.....................292
Fuel.................................292
Speedometer..........................292
Tachometer............................292
Gear Ranges.............................432
General Information.......................506
Glass Cleaning...........................624
Gross Axle Weight Rating...................522
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating..................521
GVWR.................................518
Hazard Warning Flasher....................548
Headlights..............................636
Automatic............................173
Bulb Replacement.......................637
Cleaning.............................623
On With Wipers........................173
Passing..............................181
Replacing.............................637
Heated Mirrors...........................129
Heater, Engine Block.......................427
High Beam Indicator.......................292
Hill Start Assist...........................467
Hitches
Trailer Towing.........................524
Holder, Cup.............................261
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)............242
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INDEX 673

Recreational Towing.......................537
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)........540
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)......543
Reformulated Gasoline.....................507
Refrigerant..............................597
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................51
Remote Control
Starting System.........................27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................22
Arm The Alarm.........................19
Disarm The Alarm.......................20
FCC General Information..................26
Panic Alarm............................24
Programming Additional Key Fobs...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters.........18
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........377
Remote Starting
Exit Remote Start Mode...................29
Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features....30
Uconnect® Settings.......................30
Remote Starting System......................27
Replacement Bulbs........................634
Replacement Keys.........................18
Replacement Parts.........................589
Replacement Tires.........................494
Reporting Safety Defects....................661
Restraints, Child...........................82
Retractable Cargo Area Cover................272
Roll Over Warning..........................5
Roof Type Carrier.........................276
Rotation, Tires...........................497
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................110
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle................112
Safety Defects, Reporting....................661
Safety, Exhaust Gas........................109
Safety Information, Tire.....................472
Safety Tips..............................108
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INDEX 679

Spare Tire.............................553
Spinning.............................492
Trailer Towing.........................531
Tread Wear Indicators....................492
Tire Safety Information.....................472
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................528
Tow Hooks, Emergency.....................573
Towing................................520
Disabled Vehicle........................578
Guide...............................525
Recreational...........................537
Weight...............................525
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........537
Traction Control..........................461
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................466
Trailer Towing...........................520
Cooling System Tips.....................536
Hitches..............................524
Minimum Requirements..................529
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................528
Wiring...............................533
Trailer Towing Guide.......................525
Trailer Weight............................525
Transfer Case............................616
Electronically Shifted.....................441
Fluid................................645
Maintenance...........................616
Transmission............................431
Automatic............................431
Fluid................................645
Maintenance...........................617
Shifting..............................428
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .242
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........22
Transporting Pets.........................107
Tread Wear Indicators......................492
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