DODGE DURANGO SRT 2019 Owners Manual

6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the childrestraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
WARNING!
•The top tether anchorages are not visible until the
gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible
cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the
seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor.
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Third Row Seating Top Tether Strap MountingCaptain’s Chair Top Tether Strap Mounting
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WARNING!(Continued)
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack
in the strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a
collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even-
tually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
•Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con-
trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the ex-
haust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication
or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision
if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat belt or
retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
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have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. After the bulb check, this light will
illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air
Bag System has been detected. It will stay on until the
fault is removed. If the light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving, have an authorized dealer
service the vehicle immediately.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for
further information.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See an autho-
rized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only
use a floor mat that does not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator, brake or clutch pedals. Only use a floor mat
that is securely attached using the floor mat fasteners so it
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the accelera-
tor, brake or clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your
vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or stacked
floor mat, or damaged floor mat fasteners may cause
your floor mat to interfere with the accelerator, brake,
or clutch pedals and cause a loss of vehicle control. To
prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
•ALWAYS securely attach
your floor mat using the
floor mat fasteners. DO NOT install your floor mat
upside down or turn your floor mat over. Lightly pull
to confirm mat is secured using the floor mat fasten-
ers on a regular basis.
• ALWAYS REMOVE THE EXISTING FLOOR MAT
FROM THE VEHICLE
before installing any other
floor mat. NEVER install or stack an additional floor
mat on top of an existing floor mat.
• ONLY install floor mats designed to fit your vehicle.
NEVER install a floor mat that cannot be properly
attached and secured to your vehicle. If a floor mat
needs to be replaced, only use a FCA approved floor
mat for the specific make, model, and year of your
vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•ONLY use the driver ’s side floor mat on the driver ’s
side floor area. To check for interference, with the
vehicle properly parked with the engine off, fully
depress the accelerator, the brake, and the clutch
pedal (if present) to check for interference. If your
floor mat interferes with the operation of any pedal,
or is not secure to the floor, remove the floor mat
from the vehicle and place the floor mat in your
trunk.
• ONLY use the passenger ’s side floor mat on the
passenger ’s side floor area.
• ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into
the driver ’s side floor area when the vehicle is
moving. Objects can become trapped under accelera-
tor, brake, or clutch pedals and could cause a loss of
vehicle control.
• NEVER place any objects under the floor mat (e.g.,
towels, keys, etc.). These objects could change the
position of the floor mat and may cause interference
with the accelerator, brake, or clutch pedals.
• If the vehicle carpet has been removed and re-
installed, always properly attach carpet to the floor
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WARNING! (Continued)
and check the floor mat fasteners are secure to the
vehicle carpet. Fully depress each pedal to check for
interference with the accelerator, brake, or clutch
pedals then re-install the floor mats.
• It is recommended to only use mild soap and water
to clean your floor mats. After cleaning, always check
your floor mat has been properly installed and is
secured to your vehicle using the floor mat fasteners
by lightly pulling mat.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
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Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, or brake fluid leaks are
suspected. The cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
WARNING!
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH when using
“Track-Use” parts and equipment:
•NEVER use any “Track-Use” equipment on public
roads. FCA US LLC does not authorize the use of
“Track-Use” equipment on public roads.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The intended use of “Track-Use” parts is for race
vehicles on race tracks. To help ensure the safety of
the race driver, engineers should supervise the instal-
lation of “Track-Use” parts.
• FCA US LLC does not authorize the installation or
use of any part noted as “Track-Use” on any new
vehicle prior to its first retail sale.
WARNING!
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
• ALWAYS remove any “Track-Use” equipment before
driving on public roads.
• ALWAYS properly use your three-point seat belts
when driving on public roads.
• In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled
up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or
other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................258
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................258
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition .............259
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .259
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ..................262
▫ Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or 30°C) ..................263
▫ After Starting ......................... .263
 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .263
 PARKING BRAKE ...................... .265
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............267
▫ Ignition Park Interlock ...................268
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .268
▫ Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode ...............269 ▫
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission .........269
▫ AutoStick ........................... .275
 DRIVE MODES ........................ .277
▫ Launch Control — If Equipped .............277
▫ Guidelines For Track Use .................279
 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ...........281
▫ Single-Speed Operating
Instructions/Precautions .................281
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 6.4L ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED .......................... .281
 POWER STEERING ..................... .281
 SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ..........282
▫ To Activate .......................... .283
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ..................284
▫ T
o Vary The Speed Setting ................284
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▫To Accelerate For Passing .................285
▫ To Resume Speed ..................... .285
▫ To Deactivate ........................ .285
 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .286
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation .....288
▫ Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .....288
▫ To Activate/Deactivate ...................289
▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed ...............290
▫ To Cancel ........................... .290
▫ ToTurnOff.......................... .290
▫ To Resume .......................... .291
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ................291
▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC .......293
▫ Overtake Aid ......................... .296
▫ ACC Operation At Stop ..................296
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ........297
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance .........298▫
Precautions While Driving With ACC .........300
▫ General Information .....................303
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . . .303
 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .306
▫ ParkSense Sensors ..................... .307
▫ ParkSense Display ..................... .308
▫ ParkSense Warning Display ................311
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........312
▫ Operation With A Trailer ..................312
▫ Service

The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System. .312
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense System .............313
▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions .........313
 PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK
ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ...................315
▫ ParkSense Sensors ..................... .316
▫ ParkSense Display ..................... .316
▫ ParkSense Warning Display ................321
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▫Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........321
▫ Operation With A Trailer ..................321
▫ Service The ParkSense Park Assist System .....322
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense System .............323
▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions .........323
 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ..............324
▫ LaneSense Operation ....................324
▫ Turning LaneSense On Or Off ..............325
▫ LaneSense Warning Message ...............326
▫ Changing LaneSense Status ................328
 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........329
 REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................331
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release ..........332
 VEHICLE LOADING .....................333
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ........333
▫ Payload ............................. .333
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..........333
▫ Tire Size ............................ .334▫
Rim Size ............................ .334
▫ Inflation Pressure ...................... .334
▫ Curb Weight ......................... .334
▫ Loading ............................ .334
 TRAILER TOWING ..................... .335
▫ Common Towing Definitions ...............335
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ................337
▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
W
eight Ratings) ...................... .338
▫ Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal —
If Equipped .......................... .338
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...............340
▫ Towing Requirements ...................341
▫ Towing Tips ......................... .347
 RECREATIONAL TOWING ................349
 DRIVING TIPS ......................... .349
▫ Driving On Slippery Surfaces ..............349
▫ Driving Through Water ..................350
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete
stop, then shift the automatic transmission into
PARK and apply the parking brake.
• Always make sure the keyless ignition node is in the
OFF mode, key fob is removed from the vehicle and
vehicle is locked.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a
vehicle unattended 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 children, and do not leave the
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WARNING! (Continued)
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.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
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