2016 DODGE DURANGO heating

WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•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).
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
624 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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 657

Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck ................623
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................599
Jacking .............................. .602
Jump Starting ......................... .618
Tow Hooks ........................... .624
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........638
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .645
Block Heater ......................... .479
Break-In Recommendations ................110
Compartment ...................... .635, 636
Compartment Identification .............635, 636
Cooling ............................. .658
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................111,564
Fails To Start ......................... .474
Flooded, Starting ...................... .474
Fuel Requirements ...................559, 691
Jump Starting ......................... .618Oil .............................
.641, 691
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .644
Oil Filter ............................ .645
Oil Selection ....................642, 691, 693
Overheating .......................... .599
Starting ............................. .470
Engine Oil Viscosity ....................643, 644
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................643
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............80
Entry System, Illuminated ....................24
Ethanol ............................... .561
Event Data Recorder ........................84
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................111,564
Exhaust System .......................111,655
Exterior Lights ........................114,685
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .645
Air Conditioning ....................442, 649
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Disposal............................. .645
Filter ............................... .645
Filter Disposal ........................ .645
Identification Logo ..................... .643
Materials Added To ..................... .644
Pressure Warning Light ...................303
Recommendation ....................642, 691
Viscosity ...................... .643, 644, 691
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .645
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .645
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .303
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................637
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .............244
Operating Precautions ..................... .637
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............6
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................124
Overhead Console ........................ .241
Overheating, Engine ...................... .599Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)
..........6,710
Paint Care ............................. .670
Panic Alarm ..............................27
Parking Brake ........................... .505
ParkSense System, Rear .....................229
Passing Light ........................... .184
Passive Entry .............................38
Pets ...................................110
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........532
Power Brakes .............................. .508
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................677
Door Locks ............................35
Inverter ............................. .262
Lift Gate ..............................49
Mirrors ............................. .133
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........257
Seats ............................ .145, 147
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