2019 DODGE DURANGO brakes

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.
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.
• 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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 445

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 recommended 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.
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
130 Ft-Lbs (176 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 479

Setting NameSelectable Options
ParkView Backup Camera Active Guide Lines OnOff
NOTE:
The “ParkView Backup Camera Active Guide Lines” feature overlays the Rear Backup Camera image with active, or
dynamic, grid lines to help illustrate the width of the vehicle and its project back up path, based on the steering
wheel position when the option is checked. A dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the vehicle to assist
with parking or aligning to a hitch/receiver. Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped OffWarning Only Warning & Brak-
ing
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 “Warning Only” option
is selected a chime sounds alerting you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you and more brake pres-
sure is needed. When the “Warning & Braking” option is selected, it applies the brakes to slow your vehicle in case of
potential forward collision and sound an audible chime to alert you.
500 MULTIMEDIA

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 “Warning Only” option
is selected a chime sounds alerting you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you and more brake pres-
sure is needed. When the “Warning & Braking” option is selected, it applies the brakes to slow your vehicle in case of
a potential forward collision and sound an audible chime to alert you. Forward Collision Warn- ing Sensitivity — If Equipped Near
Med Far
NOTE:
The “Forward Collision Warning Sensitivity” setting determines at what relative distance the vehicle directly in front
of you needs to be at, before the system warns you of a possible collision with the vehicle directly in front of you,
based on the option is selected. “Far” gives you the most amount of reaction time, whereas “Near” gives you the
least amount of reaction time, based on the distance between the two vehicles. The default setting is “Med.” ParkSense — If Equipped Sound Only Sound & Display
518 MULTIMEDIA

About Your Brakes........................ .479
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .294
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............442
Adding Fuel ............................. .340
Additives, Fuel ........................... .482
Adjust Down .............................. .53, 54
Forward ............................ .52, 54
Rearward ........................... .52, 54
Up ................................ .53, 54
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ....................... .219
Air Bag Warning Light .....................215
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .220
Enhanced Accident Response .............225, 412
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................413
If Deployment Occurs .....................224
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .219
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............227
Maintenance ........................... .227
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............216
Side Air Bags .......................... .220
Transporting Pets ....................... .253
Air Bag Light .......................159, 215, 255
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......428Air Conditioner Maintenance
..................428
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................428, 429
Air Conditioner System ..................... .428
Air Conditioning .......................... .100
Rear ..................................97
Air Conditioning Filter .................. .103, 429
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...............102
Air Conditioning System .....................101
Air Filter ............................... .428
Air Pressure Tires................................. .459
Alarm Arm The System .......................31, 32
Disarm The

System ........................31
Rearm The System ........................32
Security Alarm ......................... .163
Alarm System Security Alarm ...........................31
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .282
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................6
Android Auto ............................ .567
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................441, 486
Disposal .............................. .443
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................174
580 INDEX

Placard, Tire And Loading Information...........454
Power Brakes ............................... .479
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................384
Door Locks ..............................34
Inverter .............................. .134
Liftgate ................................111
Mirrors ................................72
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............130
Seats ..................................52
Steering ........................... .287, 489
Sunroof .............................. .107
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............68
Windows ............................. .104
Power Seats Down .............................. .53, 54
Forward ............................ .52, 54
Rearward ........................... .52, 54
Up ................................ .53, 54
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................209
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .394
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .209
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .460Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)
.............443
Radio Frequency General Information ................24, 29, 30, 39
Radio Operation .......................... .551
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .532
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................84
Rear Air Conditioning ........................97
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .447
Rear Camera ............................. .338
Rear Cross Path ........................... .189
Rear Cupholders .......................... .128
Rear ParkSense System .................. .314, 323
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................45
Rear Wiper/Washer ..........................86
Reclining Front Seats .........................43
Recreational Towing ........................ .360
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .........362
Shifting Out

Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .......364
Reformulated Gasoline .......................482
Refrigerant .............................. .429
Release, Hood .............................110
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .202
Remote Control Starting System ...........................26
Remote Keyless Entry ........................20
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INDEX 589