2018 DODGE DURANGO SRT brakes

Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is normally
a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when
the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti-
freeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
bottle must also be protected against freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your
engine which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically. Refer
to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
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Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the brake
system warning light is on. If necessary, add fluid to bring
level within the designated marks on the side of the reservoir
of the brake master cylinder. Be sure to clean the top of the
master cylinder area before removing cap. With disc brakes,
fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake
fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. If the
brake fluid is abnormally low, check the system for leaks.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 417

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome
plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral
Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent
corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recom-
mended for the body of the vehicle and remember to always
wash when the surfaces are not hot to the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt,
sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride,
etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap
to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a
stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel
Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive
brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and
wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam-
age to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar
Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or
chrome wheels.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
metal polishes or oven cleaner. These products may
damage the wheel’s protective finish. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equiva-
lent is recommended.
NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel
cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes to remove
the water droplets from the brake components. This activ-
ity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
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NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake sys-
tems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal
capability, the remaining system will still function. How-
ever, there will be some loss of overall braking effective-
ness. You may notice increased pedal travel during appli-
cation, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and
potential activation of the Brake Warning Light. In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off) the brakes
will still function. However, the effort required to brake the
vehicle will be much greater than that required with the
power system operating.
NOTE:
Due to the performance nature of our brake sys-
tems, some noise is to be expected.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that
the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a
wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle, the
lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly cali-
brated torque wrench using a high quality six sided (hex)
deep wall socket.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/Bolt
Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
110 Ft-Lbs (149 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/
bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Right Front Body VIN Location
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 451

Safety & Driving Assistance
After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Forward Collision Warn- ing — If Equipped Off
Warning Only Warning & Braking
NOTE:
Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in
front of you.
The FCW system state is kept in memory from one ignition cycle to the next. If the system is turned OFF, it will re-
main off when the vehicle is restarted.
Forward Collision Warning includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA). The ABA applies additional brake pressure when
the driver requests insufficient brake pressure to avoid a potential frontal collision. When the “Sound Only” option is
selected a chime sounds alerting you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you and more brake pressure
is needed. When the “Sound and Brake” option is selected, it applies the brakes to slow your vehicle in case of poten-
tial forward collision and sound an audible chime to alert you. Forward Collision Warn- ing Sensitivity — If Equipped Near
Med Far
470 MULTIMEDIA

About Your Brakes........................ .451
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .285
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............414
Adding Fuel ............................. .332
Additives, Fuel ............................453
Adjust Down ...............................41, 42
Forward ............................ .41, 42
Rearward ............................41, 42
Up .................................41, 42
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ........................215
Air Bag Warning Light .....................211
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .216
Enhanced Accident Response .............221, 388
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................388
If Deployment Occurs .....................220
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .215
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............223
Maintenance ............................223
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............212
Side Air Bags .......................... .216
Transporting Pets ........................247
Air Bag Light .......................151, 211, 249
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......400Air Conditioner Maintenance
..................401
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ...................401
Air Conditioner System ..................... .401
Air Conditioning Rear ..................................90
Air Conditioning Filter ....................96, 402
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................95
Air Conditioning System ......................94
Air Filter ............................... .400
Air Pressure Tires................................. .431
Alarm Arm The System .......................30, 31
Disarm The System ........................30
Rearm The System ........................31
Security Alarm ..........................155
Alarm System
Security

Alarm...........................30
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .280
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................6
Android Auto ............................ .538
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................413, 456
Disposal ...............................415
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................168
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Modifications/AlterationsVehicle .................................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................190
Mopar Parts ............................. .547
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................68
Occupant Restraints ........................ .196
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............453, 457
Oil Change Indicator ........................140
Reset .................................140
Oil, Engine ............................398, 457
Capacity ...............................456
Change Interval ........................ .398
Dipstick ...............................396
Disposal ...............................400
Filter ............................. .400, 457
Filter Disposal .......................... .400
Identification Logo .......................399
Materials Added To .......................399
Pressure Warning Light ....................154
Recommendation .....................398, 456
Synthetic ............................. .399
Viscosity ........................398, 399, 456
Oil Filter, Change ..........................400
Oil Filter, Selection ..........................400 Oil Pressure Light
..........................154
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................162
Opener, Garage Door (Homelink) ...............108
Operating Precautions .......................162
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual ...........................6
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................65
Overheating, Engine ........................383
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............548
Paint Care ............................... .444
Parking Brake ............................ .264
ParkSense System, Rear ...................305, 314
Passive Entry ..............................33
Performance ............................. .144
Personalized Main

Menu .....................462
Pets ................................... .247
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........426
Power Brakes ............................... .451
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................363
Door Locks ..............................33
Inverter ...............................126
Liftgate ............................... .104
Mirrors ................................66
558 INDEX