key fob DODGE DURANGO 2012 3.G Owner's Manual
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TOW/HAUL MODE
• When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., andfrequent 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.
TOW/HAUL Switch
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• 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 lightnext 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.
• 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 transmissiondamage. 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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WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, shouldbe cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not
use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may
damage the wheel's protective finish. Only MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
EXTERIOR BULBS
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number
Tail, Stop, Turn Lamp 3057
Backup Lamps 921 (W16W)
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL) LED (*)
Fog Lamp – If Equipped PSX24W
Front Park/Turn Signal 7444NA
Front Side Marker Lamps W5W or 194
License Lamp W5W
Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Service at Authorized Dealer (**)
Headlamp – Low Beam H11
Headlamp – High Beam 9005
Liftgate Tail Lamps 194
* CHMSL is not serviceable. It is a LED lamp. To replace the LED, the entire CHMSL
assembly must be replaced.
** The headlamps are a type of high-voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in
the circuit even with the headlamp switch off and the Key Fob removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself. If a headlamp bulb
fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Fluid Capacities............ 113
Fluids ................. 113
FogLights ................ 27
Folding Front Passenger Seat ..... 21
Folding Power Third Row
Head Restraints ............ 23
FoldingRearSeat ......... 21,22
Four Wheel Drive ............ 83
Operation ............... 83
Systems ................ 83
Four Wheel Drive Operation ...... 83
Front Heated Seats ........... 23
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ......... 92
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....... 109
Filler Door Emergency Release . . 110
Specifications ........113,114
Fuses .................. 118
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)..77
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ....... 92
Head Restraints Power Folding Third Row ...... 23
Headlights ............... 27 Automatic .............. 27
Dimmer Switch ........... 28
HighBeam .............. 29
High Beam/Low Beam Select
Switch ................ 29
Heated Mirrors ............. 35
Heated Seats .............. 23
Heated Steering Wheel ........ 25
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch ............ 29
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ............... 77
Hood Release ............. 109
Instrument Cluster ............ 6
Indicators ............... 7
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ................. 6,89
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . 119
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . 28
Introduction ............... 2
Inverter Outlet (115V) ......... 80Inverter, Power
............. 80
iPod
®/USB/MP3 Control ........ 68
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ..... 74
Jack Location .............. 94
Jack Operation ........... 94,97
Jacking Instructions .......... 97
Jump Starting ............. 103
KeyFob .................. 8
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ......... 11
Lock/Unlock ........... 11,12
Starting/Stopping .......... 13
Lane Change Assist .......... 28
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ................ 16
Liftgate, Power .............. 8
LightBulbs .............. 122
Lights Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............. 6
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...... 85
Maintenance Record ......... 117
MaintenanceSchedule ........ 115
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check
Engine) ................. 90
MediaCenterRadio ........ 42,44
MemorySeat .............. 19
Mirrors Automatic Dimming ......... 29
Heated ................ 35
MOPAR
®Accessories ........ 125
Navigation .............. 52,61
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..... 27
Oil Change Indicator .......... 92
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...... 92
Oil Pressure Light ........... 91
Oil, Engine Capacity ............... 113
Outlet Power ................. 81
INDEX
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