2018 DODGE DURANGO tow bar

▫Closing Sunroof ........................106
▫ Wind Buffeting ........................107
▫ Sunshade Operation .....................107
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ....................107
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ................107
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....................107
▫ Ignition Off Operation ...................107
▫ Relearn Procedure ..................... .108
 HOOD ...............................108
▫ Opening The Hood .....................108
▫ Closing The Hood ..................... .109
 LIFTGATE ............................ .109
▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped .............109
▫ Cargo Area Features ....................111
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED ....114
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....114▫
Programming A Rolling Code ..............115
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ...........116
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......117
▫ Using HomeLink .......................118
▫ Security ..............................118
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................118
▫ General Information .....................119
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................120
▫ Storage ............................. .120
▫ Cupholders ..........................125
▫ Electrical Power Outlets ..................128
▫ Power Inverter — If Equipped .............132
▫ Sunglasses Bin

Door ....................133
 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ......133
▫ Deploying The Crossbars .................134
▫ Stowing The Crossbars ...................136
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IconDescription
Front Defrost Button
Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illumi-
nates when this feature is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets.
When the defrost button is selected, the blower level may increase. Use Defrost mode with
maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging.
Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. When toggling the
front defrost mode button, the climate system will return to previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn ON the rear window defroster and the
heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window de-
froster is ON. The rear window defroster automatically turns OFF after ten minutes.
REAR CLIMATE Rear Climate Control Button Press and release this button to access the rear climate controls. The indicator will illuminate
when the rear climate controls are ON.
Driver And Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons
Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the Up button
on the faceplate for warmer temperature settings or the Down button on the faceplate for cooler
temperature settings. On the touchscreen, press and slide the temperature bar towards the red
arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature settings or towards the blue arrow
button on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings. When the SYNC feature is active, the
passenger ’s temperature will move up or down with the driver ’s temperature, when it is ad-
justed.
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Sunglasses Bin Door
At the front of the console a compartment is provided for
the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart-
ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad
on the door to open. Push the chrome pad on the door to
close.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight
on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.The load must
not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly
distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed within
the roof rack side rails. Crossbars should always be used
whenever cargo is placed on the roof rack. Check the straps
frequently to be sure that the load remains securely at-
tached.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside
the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed
the maximum vehicle load capacity.
Sunglasses Bin Door
Roof Rack
1 — Side Rail
2 — Crossbar
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Deploying The Crossbars
1. Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumbscrews at both ends of the crossbar.
NOTE: The thumb screws cannot be fully removed. 2. Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by slid-
ing the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat
with crossbar on the opposite side.
CAUTION!
Use care when removing and handling the crossbars to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Thumb ScrewRemoving Crossbars
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5. Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by movingit towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the
crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as
far into the slot as possible. Once the crossbar is in place,
tighten both thumb screws completely. 6. Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the
deployment of the crossbars.
Stowing The Crossbars
1. Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumbscrews at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the
matching letter to remove it from the deployed position.
Repeat with the other crossbar.Installing Crossbars
Deployed Crossbars
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CAUTION!
Use care when removing and handling the crossbars to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
2. Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot supports at each end. 3. Position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Make
sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching
letters on the side rail.
Crossbar Pivot
Stowing Crossbars
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6. Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on theopposite side.
NOTE:
• To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the side
rails when they are not in use.
• If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio
antenna (if equipped), you may experience interruption
of satellite radio reception.WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the ve-
hicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal
injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cau-
tions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the
crossbars deployed. The load should be secured and
placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on the
roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the roof,
place a blanket or other protective layer between the
load and the roof surface.
• To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not
exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lb
(68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as
possible and secure the load appropriately.
• Load should always be secured to cross bars first,
with tie down loops used as additional securing
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Stowed Crossbars
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WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control
The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping
link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction
associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any
unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight,
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of
hitches are the most popular on the market today and they
are commonly used to tow small and medium sized
trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for
heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow
vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides
for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and
brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. The addi-
tion of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens
sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes
positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway
control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch
are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and
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