2020 DODGE DURANGO change key battery

14GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Key Fob Emergency Key Removal

NOTE:
You can insert the double-sided emergency
key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or depleted battery. In this situa -
tion, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob (side
opposite of the emergency key) against the
START/STOP ignition button and push to
operate the ignition switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key
fob once to unlock the driver's door or twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors and the
liftgate.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the
first push of the unlock button. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is unlocked by a key fob, and no
door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle
will re-lock, and the security alarm (if equipped)
will arm.
The turn signal lights will flash twice to
acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated
entry system will be activated.
1 — Unlock
2 — Liftgate
3 — Emergency Key
4 — Lock
5 — Remote Start
6 — PANIC

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1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
This feature lets you program the system to
unlock either the driver's door or all doors on
the first push of the unlock button on the key
fob. To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in
“Doors” in this chapter for further information.
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob
to lock all doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will
chirp to acknowledge the signal. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
programmable information.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in
“Doors” in this chapter for further information. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate is
open, the doors will lock. The doors will unlock
again automatically if the key is left inside the
passenger compartment, otherwise the doors
will stay locked.
Replacing The Battery In The Key With
Remote Control
The recommended replacement battery is one
CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Perchlorate Material — special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard
-
ouswaste/perchlorate for further informa -
tion.
Do not touch the battery terminals that are
on the back housing or the printed circuit
board.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the
mechanical latch on the back of the key
fob sideways with your thumb and pull the
emergency key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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(Continued)
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a low
or depleted battery. In this situation, a back up
method can be used to operate the ignition
switch. Put the nose side of the key fob (side
opposite of the emergency key) against the
START/STOP ignition button and push to
operate the ignition switch.
IGNITION OR ACCESSORY ON MESSAGE
Upon opening the driver's door when the
ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a
chime will sound to remind you to place the
ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the
chime, the ignition or accessory on message will
display in the cluster.
NOTE:
With the Uconnect system, the power window
switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the
OFF position. Opening either front door will
cancel this feature. The timing for this feature is programmable.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
for further information.
DEPLETED KEY FOB BATTERY
Key Not Detected Feature
If the ignition position does not change with a
push of the ignition button, and the instrument
cluster display message “Key Fob Not
Detected” is being displayed, the key fob may
have a low or depleted battery. In this situation,
a back up method can be used to operate the
keyless push button ignition.
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the
automatic transmission into PARK and
apply the parking brake. Always make sure
the keyless ignition node is in the “OFF”
mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat
-
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-
dren, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always
remove the key fobs from vehicle, place the
ignition in the OFF position and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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NOTE:
If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in
Uconnect Settings, all doors will unlock when
you push the button on the liftgate. If "Unlock
Driver Door 1st Press" is programmed in Ucon -
nect Settings, the liftgate will unlock when you
push the button on the liftgate. For further infor -
mation, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi -
media”.
To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger
front door handle, push the door handle lock
button to lock all four doors and liftgate.
NOTE:
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when
the doors are locked with the door handle lock
button. This feature can be turned on or off. To
change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa -
tion.
Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

NOTE:
Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the
door handle button. This could unlock the
door(s).

Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
NOTE:
After pushing the door handle button, you
must wait two seconds before you can lock or
unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry
door handle or door handle button. This is
done to allow you to check if the vehicle is
locked by pulling the door handle, without the
vehicle reacting and unlocking.
The Passive Entry system will not operate if
the key fob battery is depleted.
Closeness to mobile devices can have an
effect on the Passive Entry system.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using
the key fob lock button or the lock button
located on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all
Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this
vehicle:

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Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication
network remains intact, and the power remains
intact, depending on the nature of the event,
the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will
determine whether to have the Enhanced
Accident Response System perform the
following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)
Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if
equipped)
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has
power
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on
as long as the battery has power or for
15 minutes from the intervention of the
Enhanced Accident Response System
Unlock the power door locks
Your vehicle may also be designed to perform
any of these other functions in response to the
Enhanced Accident Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the
HVAC Blower Motor, Close the HVAC Circula -
tion Door
Cut off battery power to the:
Engine
Electric Motor (if equipped)
Electric power steering
Brake booster
Electric park brake
Automatic transmission gear selector
Horn
Front wiper
Headlamp washer pump
NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the igni -
tion to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and
remove the key from the ignition switch to avoid
draining the battery. Carefully check the vehicle
for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on
the ground near the engine compartment and
fuel tank before resetting the system and
starting the engine. If there are no fuel leaks or
damage to the vehicle electrical devices (e.g.
headlights) after an accident, reset the system
by following the procedure described below. If you have any doubt, contact an authorized
dealer.
Enhanced Accident Response System
Reset Procedure
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident
Response System functions after an event, the
ignition switch must be changed from ignition
START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF. Carefully
check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the
engine compartment and fuel tank before
resetting the system and starting the engine.
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
Modifications to any part of the air bag
system could cause it to fail when you need
it. You could be injured if the air bag system
is not there to protect you. Do not modify
the components or wiring, including adding
any kind of badges or stickers to the
steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper
passenger side of the instrument panel. Do
not modify the front bumper, vehicle body
structure, or add aftermarket side steps or
running boards.
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Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)
.................. 56Introduction....................................................... 9Inverter Power.......................................................... 90iPod/USB/MP3 Control....................... 404, 424
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Jack Location................................................. 276Jack Operation..................................... 279, 327Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions......... 279Jacking Instructions....................................... 279Jump Starting................................................ 283
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Key Fob........................................................... 13Arm The System.......................................... 23Disarm The System..................................... 24Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 16, 22Key Fob Battery Service (Remote
Keyless Entry).................................................. 15Key Fob Programming (Remote
Keyless Entry).................................................. 16Key-In Reminder.............................................. 18Keyless Enter-N-Go........................................ 184Passive Entry............................................... 26Passive Entry Programming................ 26, 370Keys................................................................. 13Replacement........................................ 16, 22Sentry (Immobilizer).................................... 21
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Lane Change Assist......................................... 53LaneSense.................................................... 234Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 145Latches......................................................... 183Hood............................................................ 75Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 351Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 183Life Of Tires................................................... 338Liftgate............................................................ 75Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer....................... 58Light Bulbs.................................................... 183Lights............................................................ 183Air Bag.................................... 110, 153, 181Automatic Headlights.................................. 52Brake Assist Warning............................... 127Brake Warning.......................................... 110Bulb Replacement........................... 266, 268Cargo........................................................... 77Center Mounted Stop............................... 269Cruise.............................................. 117, 119Daytime Running......................................... 51Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 50Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator............................................... 112Exterior...............................................50, 183Fog........................................................... 269Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 261
Headlights................................................ 268Headlights On With Wipers..........................52High Beam/Low Beam Select......................51Interior.........................................................54Lights On Reminder.....................................52Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 113Park................................................... 52, 118Passing........................................................52Reading.......................................................54Rear Servicing.......................................... 269Rear Tail Lamps........................................ 269Seat Belt Reminder.................................. 110Security Alarm.......................................... 113Service............................................. 266, 268Side Marker.............................................. 269Traction Control........................................ 127Turn Signals..................... 50, 118, 183, 269Vanity Mirror................................................50Warning Instrument ClusterDescriptions................................ 112, 118Load Shed Battery Saver Mode..................... 108Load Shed Battery Saver On......................... 108Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction........... 108Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............ 108Loading Vehicle............................................. 240Tires.......................................................... 332

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