child restraint DODGE DURANGO 2007 2.G User Guide

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
System
We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the
manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all
child restraint systems will be installed as described here.
Again, carefully follow the installation instructions thatwere provided with the child restraint system. The rear
seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear
of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back, and are
just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the
child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your
finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat
cushion surfaces. In addition, there are tether strap
anchorages behind each second row seating position
located on the back of the seat. Many, but not all restraint
systems will be equipped with separate straps on each
side, with each having a hook or connector for attach-
ment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting
the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints
and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be
equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the
tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the
tension of the strap. You will first loosen the adjusters on
the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can
more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle
Second Row Seat Right Side
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anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors
over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat
cover material. Then attach the tether strap to the anchor-
age located on the back of the seat, being careful to route
the tether strap to provide the most direct path between
the anchor and the child restraint. If your vehicle is
equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the
head restraint and, route the tether strap under the head
restraint and between the two posts. Finally, tighten all
three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and
downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
NOTE:When using the LATCH attaching system to
install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts
not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out
of reach of children. It is recommended that before
installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the
seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out ofreach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child
restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt
behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the
child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should
stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child.
Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are
not toys and should not be played with, and never leave
your child unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
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Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belt
The second and third row seats have either cinching latch
plates or automatic locking retractors which are designed
to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so
that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt
has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder
portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The
cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any
seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt
occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. If the seat belt
has a automatic locking retractor, it will have a distinctive
label. Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough
to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide
the latch plate into the buckle. Then, pull the belt until it
is all extracted from the retractor. Allow the belt to return
to the retractor, pulling on the excess webbing to tighten
the lap portion about the child restraint. Refer toAuto-
matic Locking Modeearlier in this section.
Child Restraints in Third Row Seating (If Equipped)
For vehicles equipped with third row split bench (60/40)
seating, the tether strap anchorage is located on the seat
back behind the center seating position. The hooks in the
rear floor areNOTdesigned to withstand the forces that
may occur during a crash.
Second Row Seat Tether Anchors
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WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap. Children and infants are safer when properly
restrained in a child restraint system secured in a
rear seating position.
Child Restraint Tether Anchor
There are tether strap anchorages behind each seating
position in the second row and behind the center seating
position in the case of the third row seat (60/40) split
bench, if equipped. To install child restraint tether follow
these instructions.
1. Place the child restraint in the center seating position
of the third row of seats.2. Route the tether strap under the head restraint and
between the two headrest posts.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to
the tether anchor located on the seat back and remove the
slack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer ’s
instructions.Third Row Seat Tether Anchor
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WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the
seat could come loose and allow the child to crash
into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or
even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the
anchor positions directly behind the child seat to
secure a child restraint top tether strap. Follow the
instructions for Child Restraint Tether Anchor in
this section. See your dealer for help if necessary.
Transporting Pets
Airbags 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 in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300
miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds
up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While
cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the limits
of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Avoid wide open throttle acceleration in low gear.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality, energy-conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7.
NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS
MUST NEVER BE USED.
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Carbon Monoxide Warning............ 72,161,314
Cargo Management System................. 177
Cargo Organizer....................... 177
Cargo Organizer........................ 177
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 320
Catalytic Converter...................... 373
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............197,205
Cellular Phone........................ 84,229
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 414
Certification Label....................... 320
Charging.............................. 353
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 286
Child Restraint........................ 62,63
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 65,70
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 45
Child Seat.............................. 67
Circuit Breakers......................... 398
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 395Climate Control......................... 230
Climate Control, Rear Zone..............234,240
Clock ........................195,199,207,219
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 229
Compact Spare Tire...................... 297
Compass Calibration..................... 158
Compass Variance....................... 159
Console, Floor.......................172,174
Console, Overhead....................150,151
Contract, Service........................ 450
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . 360,361,362,383
Cooling System......................... 381
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 383
Coolant Capacity...................... 417
Coolant Level......................381,384
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 384
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 381
Inspection........................... 384
Points to Remember.................... 385
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Rear Cup Holder........................ 174
Rear Liftgate............................ 34
Rear Window Defroster................... 246
Rear Window Features.................... 245
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 245
Rearview Mirrors........................ 79
Reclining Front Seats..................... 109
Recorder, Event Data...................... 60
Recreational Towing...................... 337
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 338
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 340
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 311
Refrigerant............................ 377
Release, Hood.......................... 129
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 48
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 227
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Replacement Parts....................... 365Replacement Tires....................... 301
Reporting Safety Defects................... 451
Restraints, Child....................... 62,67
Restraints, Occupant...................... 38
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 284
Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Type Carrier....................... 175
Rotation, Tires.......................... 305
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 73
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 73
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 451
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 38
Safety Information, Tire................... 284
Safety Tips............................. 72
Satellite Radio.......................219,223
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 226
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 422
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 397
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Seat Belt Reminder....................... 48
Seat Belts.......................... 38,39,73
And Pregnant Women................... 50
Child Restraint....................... 62,63
Extender............................. 50
Front Seat............................ 39
Pretensioners.......................... 48
Reminder............................ 186
Seats................................. 108
Adjustment.......................... 108
Cleaning............................ 395
Fold and Tumble Rear................ 115,117
Heated.............................. 112
Lumbar Support....................... 110
Memory............................. 124
Rear Folding....................... 115,117
Reclining ............................ 109
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 17,188
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........382,418Selection of Oil......................... 369
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Service and Maintenance................366,422
Service Assistance....................... 448
Service Contract......................... 450
Service Manuals........................ 452
Setting the Clock................195,199,207,219
Settings, Personal........................ 155
Shifting
Automatic Transmission................. 254
Transfer Case......................... 259
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer
Case Neutral (N)........................ 338
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)........................ 340
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 44
Shoulder Belts........................... 39
Signals, Turn.....................135,185,409
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 303
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Snow Plow............................ 336
Snow Tires............................ 304
Spare Tire..........................297,298
Spark Plugs............................ 371
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 143
Speedometer........................... 187
Starting............................... 251
Automatic Transmission................. 251
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 353
Engine Block Heater.................... 253
Engine Fails to Start.................... 252
Remote.............................. 25
Starting Procedures...................... 251
Steering
Column Controls...................... 135
Column Lock.......................... 13
Power...........................273,377
Wheel, Tilt........................... 141
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 227Storage, Vehicle......................... 407
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 284
Sun Roof.............................. 167
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information........ 303
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 370
System, Navigation...................... 219
System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer............................ 188
Taillights.............................. 409
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 235
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 185
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 65
Theft System Arming...................... 18
Theft System Disarming.................... 18
Tilt Steering Column..................... 141
Tire and Loading Information Placard......289,303
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 288
Tire Markings.......................... 284
472 INDEX