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Dodge DURANGO 2017 User Manual

Dodge DURANGO 2017
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Durango
OWNER’S MANUAL
2017 Durango
Second Edition
Printed in U.S.A.
17WD01-126-AC
©2016 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dodge is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.
2017
STICK WITH THE SPECIALISTS
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Dodge DURANGO 2017 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDodge
ModelDURANGO 2017
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Discusses the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and provides safety advice.

WARNING! HIGHER ROLLOVER RISK

Emphasizes the increased risk of rollover for utility vehicles and provides safety tips.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Details about vehicle keys, key fobs, and ignition system operation.

KEYLESS PUSH BUTTON IGNITION

Explains the operation and positions of the keyless push button ignition system.

SENTRY KEY

Information on the Sentry Key Immobilizer system that prevents unauthorized vehicle operation.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

Details on arming, disarming, and operation of the vehicle's security alarm system.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

Explains the functions of the remote keyless entry system for locking/unlocking doors and activating the panic alarm.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

Instructions on how to use the remote start system and its features for engine operation.

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY

Details on the passive entry system for keyless vehicle access and operation.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Comprehensive guide on seat belts, airbags, child restraints, and safety precautions for occupant protection.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED

Explains the blind spot monitoring system, sensor locations, detection zones, and alerts.

REAR CROSS PATH (RCP)

Describes the RCP system for detecting vehicles when backing out of parking spaces.

SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED

Covers activating, setting, deactivating, and varying speed control functions.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED

Details on ACC operation, activation, speed settings, cancellation, and distance adjustments.

FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED

Explains the FCW system, its operation, warnings, and mitigation features.

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED

Information on LaneSense operation, lane departure warnings, and system status indicators.

PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

Details on ParkSense sensors, warnings, display, and automatic braking features.

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED

Explains the ParkView rear camera, its display, guide lines, and viewing at speed.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Description of the instrument cluster display, including gauges and indicators.

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Explains the function and meaning of various warning and indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Red Telltale Indicator Lights

Details on red warning lights like seat belt and air bag warnings, and their meanings.

Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights

Information on yellow warning lights such as engine check, ESC, and low washer fluid indicators.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

Covers display location, controls, menu items, and messages displayed.

UCONNECT SETTINGS

Guide to accessing and changing customer programmable features via Uconnect system.

Voice

Information on Uconnect voice recognition, response length, and command lists.

Safety & Driving Assistance

Details on safety features like backup camera, forward collision warning, and park assist.

Forward Collision Warning On/Off — If Equipped

How to turn the Forward Collision Warning system on or off and adjust its sensitivity.

ParkSense — If Equipped

Information on ParkSense system operation, alerts, volume, and braking assist.

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING PROCEDURES

Step-by-step guide for starting the vehicle, including seat adjustment, belts, and mirror settings.

STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

Explains the operation of the stop/start system, automatic mode, and reasons for engine not autostop ping.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Covers gear selector positions, shift interlock systems, and ECO mode operation.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Overview of the dual hydraulic brake systems and potential loss of capability.

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM

Details on EBD, ABS, BAS, HSA, TCS, ESC, ERM, and related warning lights.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

Instructions for using hazard warning flashers as an emergency warning system.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

Actions to take to reduce potential for overheating and warnings about hot engine coolant.

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

Safety warnings and instructions for changing a tire using the vehicle's jack.

Spare Tire Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the spare tire from its storage location.

Jacking Instructions

Detailed warnings and instructions for safely jacking up the vehicle for tire changes.

Road Tire Installation

Steps for mounting and tightening the road tire after replacement.

JUMP-STARTING

Procedures and precautions for jump-starting a vehicle with a discharged battery.

Jump-Starting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely jump-starting the vehicle's battery.

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

Techniques for freeing the vehicle if stuck in mud, sand, or snow using a rocking motion.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

Procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using commercial services or recreational towing methods.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)

Explanation of the OBD II system, its function, and the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).

DEALER SERVICE

Importance of using authorized dealers for expert service and access to service manuals.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Overview of required maintenance services and components that may need future attention.

Engine Oil

Guidance on checking engine oil level, adding oil, and oil change indicators.

Cooling System

Information on cooling system checks, warnings about hot coolant, and coolant level.

Brake System

General information on brake system components and the importance of periodic inspection.

Automatic Transmission

Importance of using specified transmission fluid and precautions against chemical flushes.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Information on the automatic oil change indicator system and recommended service intervals.

Maintenance Chart

Required maintenance tasks at specific mileage or time intervals.

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE

Guidance on interacting with authorized dealers and manufacturer customer centers for assistance.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and FCA US LLC.

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