2016 DODGE DURANGO park assist

CAUTION!
If the “Brake” Warning Light remains on with the
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining system will still func-
tion. However, there will be some loss of overall braking
effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to slow
or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System
Warning Light.”
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off) thebrakes will still function. However, the effort required to
brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required
with the power system operating.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic
Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start
Assist (HSA), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), and Electronic Roll Mitigation
(ERM). These systems work together to enhance both
vehicle stability and control in various driving condi-
tions.
Your vehicle may also be equipped with Trailer Sway
Control (TSC), Ready Alert Braking (RAB), Rain Brake
Support (RBS), and Dynamic Steering Torque (DST).
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“pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal
is released, the BAS is deactivated.
WARNING!
The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the
natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,
nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions. BAS cannot prevent collisions, in-
cluding those resulting from excessive speed in
turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro-
planing. The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle
must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or
the safety of others.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The HSA system is designed to mitigate roll back from a
complete stop while on an incline. If the driver releases
the brake while stopped on an incline, HSA will continue
to hold the brake pressure for a short period. If the driver
does not apply the throttle before this time expires, the
system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will
roll down the hill as normal.
The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to
activate:
•The feature must be enabled.
• The vehicle must be stopped.
• Park brake must be off.
• Driver door must be closed.
• The vehicle must be on a sufficient grade.
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•The gear selection must match vehicle uphill direction
(i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle
backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).
• HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward
gears. The system will not activate if the transmission
is in PARK or NEUTRAL. For vehicles equipped with
a manual transmission if the clutch is pressed HSA will
remain active.
WARNING!
There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist
(HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur,
such as on minor hills or with a loaded vehicle, or
while pulling a trailer. HSA is not a substitute for
active driving involvement. It is always the driver ’s
responsibility to be attentive to distance to other
vehicles, people, and objects, and most importantly
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brake operation to ensure safe operation of the ve-
hicle under all road conditions. Your complete atten-
tion is always required while driving to maintain
safe control of your vehicle. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in a collision or serious personal
injury.
Towing With HSA
HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back
while towing a trailer.
WARNING!
•If you use a trailer brake controller with your
trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated and
deactivated with the brake switch. If so, there may
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Lights..............................114,174
AirBag ........................81, 112, 298
Automatic Headlights ....................176
Brake Assist Warning ....................519
Brake Warning ........................ .299
Bulb Replacement ...................... .687
Cargo .............................. .274
Center Mounted Stop ....................691
Cruise ........................... .321, 323
Daytime Running ...................... .177
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................174
Engine Temperature Warning ...............301
Exterior ..............................114
Fog ................................ .690
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................599
Headlights ........................ .687, 688
Headlights On With Wipers ................176
Illuminated Entry ........................24
Low Fuel ............................ .315Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)
.........309
Map Reading ......................... .181
Park ............................ .319, 322
Passing ............................. .184
Reading .......................... .181, 242
Rear Servicing ........................ .690
Rear Tail Lamps ....................... .690
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .297
Security Alarm ........................ .301
Service .............................. .687
Side Marker .......................... .690
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............313
Traction Control ....................... .519
Turn Signal ..............114, 174, 320, 689, 690
Vanity Mirror ......................... .135
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .301, 320
Loading Vehicle ......................... .568
Tires ............................... .531
Locks ..................................

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SENTRY KEYKey Programming .......................20
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................20
Service Assistance ........................ .705
Service Contract ......................... .707
Service Manuals ......................... .710
Shifting ............................... .480
Automatic Transmission ...............480, 483
Shoulder Belts ............................55
Signals, Turn ...................114, 320, 689, 690
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................549
Snow Plow ............................. .586
Snow Tires ............................. .541
Spare Tire .....................542, 543, 544, 604
Spark Plugs ......................... .693, 695
Speed Control Accel/Decel ....................... .195, 196
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..................204 Cancel
.............................. .195
Resume ............................. .195
Set................................. .194
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........193, 194, 197
Starting ............................. .29, 470
Automatic Transmission ..................471
Cold Weather ...................... .474, 479
Engine Block Heater .....................479
Engine Fails To Start .....................474
Remote ...............................29
Starting And Operating .....................470
Starting Procedures ....................... .470
Steering Power .............................. .504
Tilt Column ....................... .189, 190
Wheel, Heated ........................ .192
Wheel, Tilt ........................ .189, 190
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............422
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .422
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