2022 DODGE DURANGO traction control

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE297
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow
tires during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified
by a “mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire
sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the original
equipment tires. Use snow tires only in
sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling of
your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than
what was originally equipped with your vehicle and
should not be operated at sustained speeds over
75 mph (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph
(120 km/h) refer to original equipment or an
authorized tire dealer for recommended safe
operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures. While studded tires improve performance on ice,
skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces
may be poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Some states prohibit studded tires; therefore, local
laws should be checked before using these tire
types.
SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead
of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in
“In Case Of Emergency” for further information.
For restrictions when towing with a spare tire
designated for temporary emergency use
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page 145.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and
wheel equivalent in look and function to the
original equipment tire and wheel found on
the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for
your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to
an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire
rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency
use only. You can identify if your vehicle is
equipped with a compact spare by looking at the
spare tire description on the Tire and Loading
Information Placard located on the driver’s side
door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the
letter “T” or “S” preceding the size designation.
Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original
equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced)
and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel,
since the wheel is designed specifically for the
compact spare tire. Do not install more than one
compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any
given time.
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions.
You could lose vehicle control, resulting in
severe injury or death. Driving too fast for
conditions also creates the possibility of loss of
vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic car
wash with a compact or limited use temporary
spare installed. Damage to the vehicle may
result.
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AWD
Trim Level Axle
Tire/Wheel Size Snow Traction Device
(maximum projection beyond tire profile or equivalent)
PURSUIT
RearP255/60R18
THULE XG-12 PRO or Equivalent
SXT
265/60R18
265/50R20
GT
CITADEL R/T 265/50R20
R/T w/Tow N Go 295/45ZR20
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by the
tire's manufacturer in each category is
shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform
to Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
TREADWEAR
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half times as well on
the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
TRACTION GRADES
The Traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement, as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
TEMPERATURE GRADES
The Temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat, when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
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Jack Location
................................................. 240Jack Operation............................................... 242Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions......... 239Jacking Instructions....................................... 242Jump Starting................................................ 246
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Key Fob........................................................... 14Arm The System.......................................... 21Disarm The System..................................... 21Programming Additional Key Fobs.............. 16Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 15Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 16Keyless Enter 'n Go™ Passive Entry............................................... 23Passive Entry Programming......................... 23Keys................................................................. 14Replacement............................................... 16Sentry (Immobilizer).................................... 17
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Lane Change Assist......................................... 50LaneSense.................................................... 133Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 198Latches.......................................................... 234Hood........................................................... 73Lead Free Gasoline........................................ 308
Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 234Life Of Tires................................................... 295Liftgate............................................................ 73Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer....................... 54Light Bulbs.................................................... 234Lights............................................................ 234Air Bag...................................... 89, 204, 232Automatic Headlights.................................. 49AWD............................................................. 95Brake Assist Warning............................... 186Brake Warning............................................. 90Bulb Replacement........................... 284, 285Cargo........................................................... 74Center Mounted Stop............................... 286Cruise............................................ 94, 95, 96Daytime Running......................................... 48Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 47Electric Power Steering................................ 91Electronic Stability Control........................... 92Electronic Stability Program(ESP)Indicator.................................................. 91Exterior...............................................47, 234Fog.....................................................96, 285Forward Collision Warning.................... 94, 95Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 235Headlights On With Wipers.......................... 49High Beam................................................... 96High Beam/Low Beam Select...................... 48Hood Open.................................................. 91Interior......................................................... 50
LaneSense............................................ 93, 96Lights On Reminder.....................................49Low Fuel......................................................93Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........93NEUTRAL.....................................................95Oil Temperature...........................................92Park......................................................49, 96Passing........................................................49Reading.......................................................51Rear Servicing.......................................... 285Rear Tail Lamps........................................ 285Seat Belt Reminder.....................................89Security Alarm.............................................92Service............................................. 284, 285Service AWD................................................94Side Marker.............................................. 285Sport Mode..................................................96Stop Start.............................................94, 96Traction Control........................................ 186Trailer Brake Disconnected.........................92Transmission Temperature..........................92Turn Signals....................... 47, 96, 234, 285Vanity Mirror................................................41Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions....91Load Shed Battery Saver Mode........................88Load Shed Battery Saver On............................88Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction..............88Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor...............88Loading Vehicle............................................. 138Tires.......................................................... 290
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Towing
................................................. 139, 253Disabled Vehicle........................................ 253Guide......................................................... 142Recreational.............................................. 149Weight....................................................... 142Towing Behind A Motorhome......................... 149Traction Control............................................. 187Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 187Trailer Towing................................................ 139Hitches...................................................... 141Minimum Requirements............................ 144Tips........................................................... 148Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 143Wiring........................................................ 147Trailer Towing Guide...................................... 142Trailer Weight................................................ 142Transfer Case................................................ 276Electronically Shifted................................. 109Fluid.......................................................... 312Maintenance............................................. 276Transmission................................................. 105Automatic........................................ 105, 275Fluid.......................................................... 312Maintenance............................................. 275Shifting...................................................... 104Transporting Pets.......................................... 232Tread Wear Indicators................................... 295Turn Signals............................................ 96, 285
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Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features
...... 23, 25Passive Entry Programming.................. 23, 25Uniform Tire Quality Grades.......................... 303Universal Garage Door Opener
(Homelink®)
b
.............................................. 43Unleaded Gasoline....................................... 308Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................... 200
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Vanity Mirrors.................................................. 41Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............. 307Vehicle Loading................................... 138, 290Vehicle Maintenance.................................... 262Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.................... 10Vehicle Security System................................... 21Vehicle Storage.......................................61, 304Voice Command............................................... 39Voice Recognition System (VR)........................ 39
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Warning Flashers, Hazard............................. 235Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Descriptions).................... 93Warnings, Roll Over........................................... 9Warranty Information.................................... 315
Washers, Windshield............................. 52, 261Washing Vehicle............................................ 304Wheel And Wheel Tire Care........................... 299Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim........................... 299Wind Buffeting.................................................71Window Fogging...............................................61Windows..........................................................69Power...........................................................69Reset Auto-Up..............................................70Windshield Defroster.................................... 232Windshield Washers.............................. 52, 261Fluid.......................................................... 261Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 268Windshield Wipers...........................................52Wipers Blade Replacement........................... 268Wipers, Intermittent.........................................52Wipers, Rain Sensitive.....................................53Wireless Charging Pad.....................................69
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