brake DODGE DURANGO 2008 2.G Workshop Manual

CAUTION!
Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50ÉF
(10ÉC) it may not register on the dipstick. Do not add
fluid until the temperature is elevated enough to
produce an accurate reading.
7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake.
To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission
after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the
dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is normal for the
dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated
position, as long as its seal remains engaged in the
dipstick tube.
Automatic Transmission Fluid And Filter Change
Follow the Maintenance Schedule for recommended
transmission fluid and filter change intervals.
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer 's recommended transmis-
sion fluid; refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission
fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the
recommended fluid.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
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Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri-
bution center located in the left side of the engine
compartment.
This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and
relays. A description of each fuse and component may bestamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number
of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corre-
sponds to the following chart. These fuses and relays can
be obtained from your dealer.
CavityCartridge
Fuse /
RelayMini
FuseDescription
1 30 Amp
PinkStarter
2 30 Amp
PinkFront Wiper
3 40 Amp
GreenBrake Batt
4 30 Amp
PinkJB Feed Acc # 2
5 40 Amp
GreenPower Seats
6 30 Amp
PinkRun Remote Relay
Feed
Power Distribution Center
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CavityCartridge
Fuse /
RelayMini
FuseDescription
7 40 Amp
GreenBlower Motor Relay
Feed
8 40 Amp
GreenJB Feed Acc Delay
9 Spare
10 30 Amp
PinkASD
11 40 Amp
GreenPower Liftgate ( If
Equipped)
12 40 Amp
GreenJB Feed / Heated
Rear Glass (EBL)/ T
Case Brake
13 30 Amp
PinkJB Feed RR
14 40 Amp
GreenESP PumpCavityCartridge
Fuse /
RelayMini
FuseDescription
15 50 Amp
RedJB Feed
16 10 Amp
RedSpare
17 Spare
18 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump
19 20 Amp
YellowNext Generation
Controller (NGC)
20 25 Amp
Clear115v Power Inverter
21 20 Amp
YellowABS Batt
22 20 Amp
YellowNext Generation
Controller (NGC)
Batt
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Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder MopartDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
²Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
²Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
NOTE:** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are
equipped with sixteen spark plugs, one set is located on
the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is
located on the side of the engine.
The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard
plug and must be change every 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a
premium plug and must be changed every 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6
Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 6
If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty
or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, replace if necessary.12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. 12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the front & rear axle fluid, change if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing.18,000 30 000 18
Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals, replace if necessary.24,000 40 000 24
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............195,291
Adding Fuel........................... 336
Adjustable Pedals....................... 148
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 395
Air Conditioner Maintenance............252,399
Air Conditioning........................ 251
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 263
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone................ 255
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............399,400
Air Conditioning System................251,399
Air Filter.....................384,385,386,395
Air Pressure, Tires....................314,322
Airbag.............................53,203
Airbag Light..........................61,76
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,195
Alignment and Balance................... 321
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 248Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........404,405,439
Disposal............................ 407
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............291,295
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 195
Anti-Theft System.....................18,195
Appearance Care........................ 415
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 19
Audio Systems (Radio).................206,236
Auto Unlock, Doors...................... 162
Automatic Dimming Mirror...............83,87
Automatic Door Locks..................30,162
Automatic Headlights.................... 140
Automatic Transaxle....................12,276
Automatic Transmission.............273,276,411
Adding Fluid......................... 412
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 413
Fluid Level Check...................... 411
Fluid Type........................... 441
Gear Ranges.......................... 276
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Special Additives...................... 413
Torque Converter...................... 280
Axle Fluid............................. 441
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 414
Ball Joints............................. 400
Battery.......................384,385,386,397
Charging............................ 375
Emergency Starting..................... 375
Gas Caution.......................... 375
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 139
Belts, Drive............................ 394
Belts, Seat.............................. 40
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 401
B-Pillar Location........................ 309
Brake Assist System...................... 296
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 295
Brake Fluid............................ 441Brake System........................291,410
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................291,295
Disc Brakes.......................... 410
Fluid Check.......................... 410
Hoses.............................. 411
Master Cylinder....................... 410
Parking............................. 290
Warning Light.....................195,199
Brakes............................... 291
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 276
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 430
Bulbs, Light............................ 430
Calibration, Compass..................... 166
Camera, Rear........................... 156
Capacities, Fluid........................ 439
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 336
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Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 405
Coolant Capacity...................... 439
Coolant Level......................403,407
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 407
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 404
Inspection........................... 407
Points to Remember.................... 407
Pressure Cap......................... 406
Radiator Cap......................... 406
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......404,439,440
Temperature Gauge..................... 193
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 149
Cup Holder............................ 181
Customer Assistance..................... 452
Data Recorder, Event...................... 62
Daytime Running Lights................... 141
Dealer Service.......................... 390
Defroster, Rear Window................... 267Defroster, Windshield.............76,254,259,260
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 144
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 387
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player..........206,236
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 194
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 411
Oil (Engine).......................... 391
Power Steering........................ 399
Disarming, Theft System................... 19
Disc Brakes............................ 410
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 407
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 162
Door Opener, Garage..................... 168
Drive Belts............................ 394
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 401
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Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water.............................. 288
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 244
E-85 Fuel............................. 339
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 85
Electrical Power Outlets................... 177
Electronic Brake Control System............. 295
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 295
Brake Assist System.................... 296
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 298
Electronic Stability Program............... 299
Traction Control System................. 298
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 298
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 149
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........200,299
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................156,159Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 377
Jacking............................. 370
Tow Hooks.......................... 377
Towing............................. 378
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 444
Emission Related Components.............. 409
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 395
Block Heater......................... 276
Break-In Recommendations................ 74
Compartment......................385,386
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 440
Exhaust Gas Caution................39,75,336
Fails to Start.......................... 274
Flooded, Starting...................... 274
Fuel Requirements..................... 439
Jump Starting......................... 375
Multi-Displacement..................... 304
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