2016 DODGE DURANGO battery

CAUTION!
•When installing the power distribution center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly
positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may
allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
• Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
684 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights 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.
• Rotate the tires. 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. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 699

Alarm System (Security Alarm)................21
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................492
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............9
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............659, 691
Disposal ............................. .662
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................509
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................316
Appearance Care ........................ .670
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............21
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .512
Auto Down Power Windows ..................44
Automatic Headlights ..................... .176
Automatic High Beams .....................176
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......426, 434
Automatic Transmission .................483, 669
Adding Fluid ......................... .669
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................669
Fluid Change ......................... .669
Fluid Level Check ...................668, 669 Fluid Type
........................ .668, 695
Gear Ranges .......................... .484
Special Additives ...................... .668
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........257
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................257
Axle Fluid ............................. .695
Battery ............................ .302, 646
Charging System Light ...................302
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........27
Belts, Seat ...............................112
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .135
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................652
B-Pillar Location ......................... .531
Brake Assist System ........................511
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............508
Brake Fluid ......................... .664, 695
Brake System ........................ .508, 664
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .508
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INDEX 717

Child Protection.........................36
Door .................................34
Power Door ............................35
Lubrication, Body ........................ .652
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................279
Lug Nuts .............................. .600
Maintenance Free Battery ....................646
Maintenance Procedures ....................641
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .698
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .309, 638
Manual, Service ......................... .710
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............168
Memory Seat ........................... .168
Memory Seats And Radio ...................168
Methanol .............................. .561
Mirrors ............................... .124
Electric Powered ....................... .133
Electric Remote ........................ .133Exterior Folding
....................... .132
Heated .............................. .134
Outside ............................. .124
Rearview ......................... .124, 125
Vanity .............................. .135
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................551
MOPAR Parts ........................ .640, 709
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .561
Multi-Function Control Lever .................174
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................110
Occupant Restraints ........................51
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................559
Oil, Engine ......................... .329, 641
Capacity ............................ .691
Change Interval ....................... .642
Dipstick ............................. .641
726 INDEX

Spare Tire...................542, 543, 544, 604
Spinning ............................ .545
Trailer Towing ........................ .582
Tread Wear Indicators ....................546
Wheel Mounting ....................... .616
Tire Safety Information .....................524
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................579
Tow Hooks, Emergency .....................624
Towing ............................ .571, 628
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .628
Guide .............................. .576
Recreational .......................... .587
Weight .............................. .576
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........587
Traction Control ......................... .515
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................522
Trailer Towing .......................... .571
Cooling System Tips .....................586
Hitches ............................. .575Minimum Requirements
..................580
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................579
Wiring .............................. .583
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .576
Trailer Weight ........................... .576
Transfer Case ........................... .667
Electronically Shifted .....................492
Fluid ............................... .695
Maintenance .......................... .667
Transmission ........................... .483
Automatic ........................ .483, 668
Fluid ............................... .695
Maintenance .......................... .668
Shifting ............................. .480
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .....244
T

ransmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............................. .24, 27
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........2410
INDEX 733

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.