2015 DODGE DURANGO User Guide

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 MileFormula OAT (Organic Additive Technology)meeting the requirements of ChryslerMaterial Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 3.6L EngineWe recommend you use API CertifiedSAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,Shell Helix®or equivalent. Refer to yourengine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 5.7L EngineWe recommend you use API CertifiedSAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,Shell Helix®or equivalent. Refer to yourengine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use a MOPAR®EngineOil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR®SparkPlugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine87 Octane
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine87 Octane Acceptable – 89 OctaneRecommended
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and
should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling
system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming
to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
•Donotusewateraloneoralcohol-basedenginecoolant(antifreeze)products.Do
not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compat-
ible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•Thisvehiclehasnotbeendesignedforusewithpropyleneglycol-basedengine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
not recommended.
E-85 Flexible Fuel — 3.6L Engine Only
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only Mopar®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.Failure to use the correct fluid may affect thefunction or performance of your transmission.
Tr a n s f e r C a s e – 3 . 6 L E n g i n e W e r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e S h e l l A u t o m a t i cTr a n s m i s s i o n F l u i d .
Tr a n s f e r C a s e – 5 . 7 L E n g i n e W e r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R®AT F + 4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear)We recommend you use MOPAR®GL-5Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3 BrakeFluid, SAE J1703. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brakefluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®HydraulicFluid.
Power Steering Reservoir – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®PowerSteering Fluid +4, or MOPAR®AT F + 4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
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 service 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).
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
scheduled oil change.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
•ChangeEngineOilat4000miles(6,500km)ifthevehicleisoperatedinadustyand
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
•Checkthetireinflationpressuresandlookforunusualwearordamage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering,
and fill as needed.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights
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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.
•Rotatethetires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
•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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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends, andreplace if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid,change if using your vehicle for police, taxi,fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brakefunction.
XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. X X X XAdditional MaintenanceReplace engine air filter. X X X X XReplace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X XReplace spark plugs.**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)whichever comes first.
XX
Change transfer case fluid.
X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
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WARNING!
•Youcanbebadlyinjuredworkingonoraroundamotorvehicle.Doonlyserviceworkforwhichyouhavetheknowledgeandtheright
equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failuretoproperlyinspectandmaintainyourvehiclecouldresultinacomponentmalfunctionandeffectvehiclehandlingand
performance. This could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
20,000 Miles(32,000 km) or2Years30,000 Miles(48,000 km) or3Years40,000 Miles(64,000 km) or4Years50,000 Miles(80,000 km) or5Years60,000 Miles(96,000 km) or6Years70,000 Miles(112,000 km) or7Years80,000 Miles(128,000 km) or8Years
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
90,000 Miles(144,000 km) or9Years100,000 Miles(160,000 km) or10 Years110,000 Miles(176,000 km) or11 Years120,000 Miles(192,000 km) or12 Years130,000 Miles(208,000 km) or13 Years140,000 Miles(224,000 km) or14 Years150,000 Miles(240,000 km) or15 Years
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FUSES
WARNING!
•Whenreplacingablownfuse,alwaysuseanappropriatereplacementfusewiththe
same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of
higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other
material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury, fire and/or
property damage.
•Beforereplacingafuse,makesurethattheignitionisoffandthatalltheother
services are switched off and/or disengaged.
•Ifthereplacedfuseblowsagain,contactanauthorizeddealer.
•Ifageneralprotectionfuseforsafetysystems(airbagsystem,brakingsystem),
power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows,
contact an authorized dealer.
Power Distribution Center
The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This
center contains cartridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of
each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity
number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following
chart.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F03 60 Amp Yellow –Radiator Fan
F05 40 Amp Green –Compressor for Air Suspension -If Equipped
F06 40 Amp Green – Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic StabilityControl Pump
F07 40 Amp Green –Starter Solenoid
F08 20 Amp Blue–EmissionSensors(Dieselengineonly)
F09 30 Amp Pink–DieselFuelHeater(Dieselengineonly)
F10 40 Amp Green – Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2
F11 30 Amp Pink–Tr a i l e r To w E l e c t r i c B r a k e -If Equipped
F12 40 Amp Green –Body Controller #3 / Power Locks
F13 40 Amp Green –Blower Motor Front
F14 40 Amp Green – Body Controller #4 / Interior Lights #2
F17 30 Amp Pink–Headlamp Washer- If Equipped
F19 20 Amp Blue–Headrest Solenoid- If Equipped
F20 30 Amp Pink–Passenger Door Module
F22 20 Amp Blue–Engine Control Module
F23 30 Amp Pink–Interior Lights #1
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