2018 DODGE DURANGO transfer case

Rear Axle Fluid Level Check
The rear axle oil level needs to be no lower than 1/8 inch
(3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole.
The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to 22
to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m).
CAUTION!
Do not overtighten the plugs as it could damage them
and cause them to leak.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
further information.
Transfer Case
Fluid Level Check
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the
exterior surfaces of the transfer case assembly should beinspected. If oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
Adding Fluid
Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole,
when the vehicle is in a level position.
Drain
First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug. Recom-
mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to
25 ft lbs (20 to 34 N·m).
CAUTION!
When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could
damage them and cause them to leak.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
further information.
440 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid
may affect the function or performance of your transmis-
sion.
Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use Shell Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE
J1703. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 481

Cybersecurity............................ .486
Daytime Running Lights ......................73
Dealer Service ............................ .417
Defroster, Windshield ........................254
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................167
Disable Vehicle Towing ..................... .401
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................435
Disturb ................................. .562
Door Ajar ............................ .157, 159
Door Ajar Light ........................157, 159
Door Locks ............................ .31, 39
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......39
Door Opener, Garage ........................114
Doors ....................................31
Drag And Drop Menu .......................485
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt .....................40, 41
Driving ................................. .361
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........530
Economy (Fuel) Mode .......................272
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........128
Electric Brake Control System ..................173
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................172 Electronic Roll Mitigation
...............176, 180
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................70
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..............281
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........290
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............177
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........158
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................400
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................366
Jacking ............................383, 441
Jump Starting .......................... .394
Emission Control System Maintenance ............168
Engine ................................. .414
Air Cleaner ............................ .420
Block Heater ............................267
Br

eak-In Recommendations .................268
Compartment ........................414, 415
Compartment Identification ..............414, 415
Cooling ...............................432
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................253, 476
Fails To Start ............................266
Flooded, Starting ........................ .266
Fuel Requirements ....................473, 477
Jump Starting .......................... .394
Oil ...............................418, 477
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INDEX 577

Sunroof...............................105
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............66
Windows ............................. .102
Power Seats Down ...............................44, 46
Forward ............................ .44, 46
Rearward ............................44, 46
Up .................................44, 46
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................207
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .387
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .208
Radial Ply Tires ............................452
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............435
Radio Frequency General Information ................22, 27, 29, 38
Radio Operation .......................... .547
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .527
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................83
Rear Air Conditioning ........................95
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .439
Rear Camera ............................. .337
Rear Cross Path ............................187
Rear Cupholders .......................... .126Rear ParkSense System
...................313, 322
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................53
Rear Wiper/Washer ..........................84
Reclining Front Seats .........................42
Recreational Towing ........................ .355
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .........357
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .......360
Reformulated Gasoline .......................474
Refrigerant ...............................421
Release, Hood ............................ .108
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .200
Remote Control Starting System ...........................25
Remote Keyless Entry ........................18
Arm The Alarm ..........................30
Disarm The Alarm ........................30
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........22,28
Remote
Sound System (Radio) Control ...........527
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................27
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features .....500
Uconnect Settings ........................500
Remote Starting System .......................25
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .372
Replacement Keys ........................22, 28
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INDEX 583

Minimum Requirements....................350
Tips ................................. .354
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................349
Wiring ............................... .352
Trailer Towing Guide ........................347
Trailer Weight ............................ .347
Transfer Case ............................ .440
Electronically Shifted ..................... .281
Fluid .................................481
Maintenance ............................440
Transmission ............................. .273
Automatic ..........................273, 438
Fluid .................................481
Maintenance ............................438
Shifting ...............................270
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (Homelink) .......114
Transporting Pets ..........................252
Tread Wear Indicators .......................453
Turn Signals ........................166, 374, 375
Uconnect Uconnect Settings ........................500
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features ........33, 39, 500
Passive Entry Programming ............33, 39, 498 Uniform Tire Quality Grades
..................463
Universal Transmitter ........................114
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .473
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................205
Vanity Mirrors .............................71
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............470
Vehicle Loading ........................342, 447
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Security Alarm ........................29
Vehicle Storage ........................ .100, 464
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................418, 419
Voice Command .......................... .548
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................548
Warning Flashers, Hazard ....................366
W arning

Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) . . . .161
Warnings And Cautions .......................6
Warnings, Roll Over ..........................5
Warranty Information .......................571
Washers, Windshield ..................... .80, 416
Washing Vehicle .......................... .465
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care ...................460
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim ...................460
Wind Buffeting ........................ .105, 107
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INDEX 587