tow DODGE DURANGO 2011 3.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC....2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit...............4
Instrument Cluster.............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFOB ..................8
Remote Start................9
Keyless Enter-N-Go............10
Theft Alarm................12
Seat Belt.................13
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —
Airbags..................13
Child Restraints.............14
Front Seats................16
Rear Seats................19
Power Folding Third Row Head
Restraints.................20
Heated/Ventilated Seats.........21
Heated Steering Wheel..........22
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column....22
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEHeadlight Switch.............24
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam
Lever...................25
Auto Dimming Mirrors..........26
Speed Control..............26
Electronic Range Selection (ERS)....29
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) . 30
Parksense
®Rear Park Assist.......31
Parkview®Rear Back-Up Camera....32
Blind Spot Monitoring..........32
Power Sunroof..............33
Wind Buffeting..............35
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System......36
Non-Touch-Screen Radios........38
Touch-Screen Radios...........40
Steering Wheel Audio Controls......46
Uconnect™ Phone............47
Uconnect™ Voice Command.......49
iPod
®/USB/MP3 Control.........50
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ . . 51
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)...................53
Programmable Features.........54Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink
®) ...............54
Power Inverter..............56
Power Outlet...............57
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
All-Wheel Drive Operation........58
UTILITY
Roof Luggage Rack............60
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)....61
Tow/Haul Mode..............62
Recreational Towing
(Behind Motorhome, Etc.)........62
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-Hour Towing Assistance.......64
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . . . 64
If Your Engine Overheats.........67
Jacking And Tire Changing........69
Jump-Starting..............72
Emergency Tow Hooks..........75
Shift Lever Override...........75
Towing A Disabled Vehicle........76
Event Data Recorder (EDR).......77
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood............78
Fuel Door Release............78
Engine Compartment...........80
Fluids And Capacities..........82
Maintenance Chart............84
Fuses...................87
Tire Pressures...............90
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care.......91
Exterior Bulbs..............91
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer Center . . 92
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . 92
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired . . 92
Publications Ordering..........92
Reporting Safety Defects In The 50
United States And Washington, D.C. . . 93
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By MOPAR®...94
INDEX..................95
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
ON Indicator*
- High Beam Indicator- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
SET Indicator*
- Front Fog Light Indicator*- Park/Headlight ON Indicator*
- Vehicle Security Indicator*- Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Off Indicator*
- TOW/HAUL Indicator*- Windshield Washer Fluid Low
Indicator
- AWD LOW Indicator- Door Ajar Indicator
- Loose Gas Cap Indicator- Forward Collision Warning
(FCW) OFF Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control ON
Indicator- Liftgate Ajar Indicator
- Electronic Speed Control SET
Indicator
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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50/50 Third Row Folding Seat – If Equipped
• Either or both third row seats can be
folded forward to increase the rear
cargo storage area.
• After opening the liftgate, either seat
can be folded flat by pulling up the
release handle on the back of the seat.
• A seat that is folded flat can be
returned to the upright position by
using the pull strap located on the
back of the seat next to the release
handle.
NOTE:The second row seats must be in their full upright position, or tumbled when
folding the third row seats.
• To raise the seat, pull the seat toward you using the strap located on the back of
the seat.
Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints
For improved visibility, the third row head restraints can be folded using a switch,
located on the instrument panels switch bank.
NOTE:The head restraints can only be folded downward using the power folding
switch. The head restraints must be raised manually when occupying the third row.
WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The
second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third
row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints
For improved visibility, the third row head
restraints can be folded using a switch,
located on the instrument panels switch
bank.
NOTE:The head restraints can only be
folded downward using the power folding
switch. The head restraints must be raised
manually when occupying the third row.
GETTING STARTED
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Power - Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• The power tilt/telescoping steering
control is located below the turn
signal/wiper/washer/high beam lever on
the steering column.
• To tilt the steering column, move the
power tilt/telescoping control up or
down as desired. To lengthen or
shorten the steering column, pull the
control toward you or push the control
away from you as desired.
WARNING!
• Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt/telescoping
adjustment must be locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while
driving or driving without the tilt/telescoping adjustment locked could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may
result in you and others being severely injured or killed.
• Moving the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Without a stable steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and
have a collision. Adjust the column only while the vehicle is stopped.
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Washer Operation
• Rotate the center portion of the lever past the second detent to activate the rear
washer.
High Beam Operation
• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams. Pull the lever toward you for
flash to pass.
NOTE:For safe driving, turn off high beams when oncoming traffic is present to
prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
AUTO DIMMING MIRRORS
• The rearview and driver side exterior mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
glare from vehicles behind you.
• You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the
rearview mirror. A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the
dimming feature is activated.
SPEED CONTROL
• The speed control switches are located
on the steering wheel.
NOTE:The MODE button and DISTANCE
SETTING button are only available on
vehicles equipped with Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC).
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control.
• CRUISE READY
will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed
Control is on.
• Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.
Set
• With the Speed Control on, push and release the SET – button to set a desired
speed.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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WARNING!(Continued)
• When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex
driving situations (i.e., in highway construction zones).
• When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; when driving on roads that
are winding, icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill
slopes; and when towing a trailer.
• When circumstances do not allow safe driving at a constant speed.
• Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision.
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its
own. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the
vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to
serious injury or death.
ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECTION (ERS)
• Electronic Range Select (ERS) allows
you to limit the highest available
transmission gear, and can be
activated during any driving condition.
When towing a trailer, using ERS shift
control will help you maximize both
performance and engine braking.
• To switch from DRIVE mode to ERS mode, tap the shift lever to the left (-) once.
The instrument cluster will display the current gear (the transmission may
downshift), and the transmission will not upshift beyond that gear. Tapping the
shift lever to the left (-) or right (+) will decrease or increase the top available gear.
To disable ERS, simply hold the shift lever to the right (+) until “D” is again
displayed in the instrument cluster.
• Switching between ERS and DRIVE mode can be done at any vehicle speed.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK
• The crossbars on your vehicle are
delivered stowed within the roof rack
side rails. When installed, the roof
rack can hold a maximum of 150 lbs
(68 kg) of evenly distributed weight.
Installing The Crossbars
• To install the crossbars, completely
loosen the thumb screws at both
ends and lift the crossbar from its
stowed position.
• Bend the pivot points at each end of
the crossbar and slide the thumb
screw down.• Set the crossbars into position and
tighten the thumb screws.
NOTE:Position the crossbars across the
roof making sure the letters on the
crossbar align with the matching letters
on the side rail.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the
DVD for further details.
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
Engine ModelGCWR
(Gross Combined Wt. Rating)Frontal AreaMax. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)Max. Trailer Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
3.6L RWD 11,600 lbs (5 262 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq
m)6,200 lbs (2 812 kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
3.6L AWD 11,600 lbs (5 262 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq
m)6,200 lbs (2 812 kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
5.7L RWD 13,100 lbs (5 942 kg) 60 sq ft (5.57 sq
m)7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
5.7L AWD 13,100 lbs (5 942 kg) 60 sq ft (5.57 sq
m)7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the
weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The addition of passengers and cargo may require reducing trailer tongue load
and Gross Trailer Weight (GTW). Redistributing cargo (to the trailer) may be necessary to avoid exceeding Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) of 3,900 lbs (1 769 kg).
• If the gross trailer weight is 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing hitch to ensure stable
handling of your vehicle.
NOTE:Vehicles not factory equipped with trailer tow package are limited to 3,500 lbs (350 lbs tongue weight).
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TOW/HAUL MODE
• When driving in hilly areas, towing a
trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc.,
and frequent transmission shifting
occurs, press the TOW/HAUL switch
to select TOW/HAUL mode. This will
improve performance and reduce the
potential for transmission
overheating or failure due to
excessive shifting. When operating in
TOW/HAUL mode, transmission
upshifts are delayed, and the
transmission will automatically
downshift (for engine braking) during
steady braking maneuvers.
• The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light”
will illuminate in the instrument
cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL
mode has been activated. Pressing
the switch a second time restores
normal operation. If the TOW/HAUL
mode is desired, the switch must be
pressed each time the engine is
started.
RECREATIONAL
TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Rear-Wheel Drive Models
•Recreational towing is not allowed.
All-Wheel Drive Models (Single-Speed
Transfer Case)
•Recreational towing is not allowed.
This model does not have a
NEUTRAL position in the transfer
case.
All-Wheel Drive Models (Two-Speed
Transfer Case)
NOTE:The transfer case must be in the
NEUTRAL position, and the transmission
must be in the PARK position for
recreational towing.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL
• Use the following procedure to
prepare your vehicle for recreational
towing.
• Bring the vehicle to a complete stop
and shift the transmission to PARK.
Turn the engine off.
• For vehicles with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
remove the Keyless Enter-N-Go
button and use the Key Fob to
complete this procedure.
• Turn the ignition switch to the
ON/RUN position, but do not start
the engine.
• Press and hold the brake pedal and
shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL.
• Press and hold the transfer case N
(Neutral) button for four seconds,
until the light next to the N symbol
starts to blink, indicating shift in
progress. The light will stop blinking
(stay on solid) when the shift to N
(Neutral) is complete.
TOW/HAUL Switch
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• Start the engine and shift the
transmission into REVERSE.
• Release the brake pedal for five
seconds and ensure that there is no
vehicle movement.
• Turn the engine off and firmly apply
the parking brake.
• Shift the transmission into PARK and
remove the Key Fob.
• Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle
using a suitable tow bar and release
the parking brake.
CAUTION!
• Towing with the rear wheels on the
ground will cause severe
transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
• Front or rear wheel lifts should not
be used. Internal damage to the
transmission or transfer case will
occur if a front or rear wheel lift is
used when recreational towing.
• It is necessary to follow these
steps to be certain that the
transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL
before recreational towing to
prevent damage to internal parts.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you
leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the NEUTRAL
position without first fully engaging
the parking brake. The transfer case
NEUTRAL position disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from
the powertrain and will allow the
vehicle to move even if the
transmission is in PARK. The
parking brake should always be
applied when the driver is not in the
vehicle.
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