2018 DODGE DURANGO SRT differential

Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or
reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential
(BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differential and
controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel
on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the
system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This
will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel
that is not spinning. BLD may remain enabled even if TCS
and ESC are in a reduced mode.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects
for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by apply-
ing the brake of the appropriate wheel(s) to assist in
counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En-
gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle
maintain the desired path.
ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle
path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual
path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not matchthe intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate
wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer
condition.
•
Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
• Understeer — when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” located in
the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon as the ESC
system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” also flashes when the TCS is active. If the
“ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash
during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as
little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
WARNING!
•Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the
natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,
nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents, in-
cluding those resulting from excessive speed in
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SAFETY 173

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F28 20 Amp Blue –Trailer Tow Backup Lights — If Equipped
F29 20 Amp Blue –Trailer Tow Parking Lights — If Equipped
F30 30 Amp Pink –Trailer Tow Receptacle — If Equipped
F32 30 Amp Pink –Drive Train Control Module
F34 30 Amp Pink –Slip Differential Control
F35 30 Amp Pink –Sunroof - If Equipped
F36 30 Amp Pink –Rear Defroster
F37 25 Amp Clear –Rear Blower Motor — If Equipped
F38 30 Amp Pink –Power Inverter 115V AC — If Equipped
F39 30 Amp Pink –Power Liftgate — If Equipped
F40 –10 Amp Red Daytime Running Lights/Headlamp Leveling
F42 –20 Amp Yellow Horn
F44 –10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F45 –5 Amp Tan Cyber Security Gateway
F49 –10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack/Climate Control
F50 –20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module/Slip Differential - If
Equipped
F51 –15 Amp Blue Ignition Node Module/Keyless Ignition/Steering Col-
umn Lock
F53 –20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights — If Equipped
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 365

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 – Single-Speed We recommend you use Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front) We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 75W-85.
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 75W-85 with integrated friction modifier.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE
J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
458 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Fails To Start............................261
Flooded, Starting ........................ .261
Jump Starting .......................... .380
Oil ............................398, 456, 457
Oil Filler Cap .....................395, 398, 399
Oil Filter ...............................400
Oil Selection ........................ .398, 456
Oil Synthetic ............................399
Overheating ............................383
Starting ............................257, 258
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................398, 399
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........221, 388
Ethanol ................................. .454
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................248, 456
Exhaust System ........................248, 410
Exterior Lights .......................68, 251, 358
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .400
Air Conditioning ..................... .96, 402
Engine Oil ..........................400, 457
Engine Oil Disposal .......................400
Flashers .................................352
Hazard Warning ........................ .352
Turn Signals .....................161, 251, 361 Flash-To-Pass
..............................70
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .261
Fluid, Brake ............................. .458
Fluid Capacities ............................456
Fluid Leaks ...............................252
Fluid Level Checks Brake .................................417
Fluids And Lubricants .......................457
Fog Lights ...............................361
Fog Lights, Service ........................ .361
Fold-Flat Seats .............................40
Folding Rear Seats ..........................50
Forward Collision Warning ....................186
Four -W

ay Hazard Flasher .....................352
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .387
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .419
Fuel ................................... .453
Additives ............................. .453
Clean Air ............................. .453
Economy Mode ..........................268
Ethanol ...............................454
Gasoline ...............................453
Materials Added ........................ .453
Methanol ............................. .454
Octane Rating ........................453, 457
554 INDEX

Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)............122
Seats ..................................40
Steering ...............................281
Sunroof ...............................100
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............63
Windows ...............................97
Power Seats Down ...............................41, 42
Forward ............................ .41, 42
Rearward ............................41, 42
Up .................................41, 42
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................205
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .373
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .206
Radial Ply Tires ............................432
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............415
Radio Frequency General Information ................22, 28, 29, 38
Radio Operation .......................... .525
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .506
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................79
Rear Air Conditioning ........................90
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .419Rear Camera
............................. .330
Rear Cross Path ............................184
Rear Cupholders .......................... .120
Rear ParkSense System ...................305, 314
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................50
Rear Wiper/Washer ..........................80
Recreational Towing ........................ .347
Reformulated Gasoline .......................453
Refrigerant ...............................401
Release, Hood ............................ .103
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .198
Remote Control Starting System ...........................25
Remote Keyless Entry ........................18
Arm The Alarm ..........................30
Disarm The Alarm ........................30
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........22,29
Remote

Sound System (Radio) Control ...........506
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................27
Remote Starting System .......................25
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .358
Replacement Keys ........................22, 29
Replacement Tires ..........................435
Reporting Safety Defects .....................547
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INDEX 559