battery location DODGE DURANGO 2012 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...............10
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ..........11
Theft Alarm ................14
Seat Belt .................14
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ............15
Child Restraints .............16
Front Seats ................19
Rear Seats ................21
Power Folding Third Row
Head Restraints .............23
Heated/Ventilated Seats .........23
Heated Steering Wheel ..........25
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ....26
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations . . . 27
Headlight Switch.............27
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam
Lever ...................28
Auto Dimming Mirrors ..........29
Speed Control ..............30
Electronic Range Selection (ERS) ....34
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC).. 35
Parksense®Rear Park Assist .......36
Parkview®Rear Back-Up Camera ....37
Blind Spot Monitoring ..........37
Power Sunroof ..............38
Wind Buffeting ..............39
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System ......40
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) . . 42
Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio
(Sales Code RES + RSC) .........44
Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code
RBZ/RHB) ................46
Media Center 730N
(Sales Code RHR) ............55
Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link.. 65
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......68
iPod
®/USB/MP3 Control .........68
Uconnect™ Phone ............70
Uconnect™ Voice Command .......72
Bluetooth
®Streaming Audio .......74
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ . . 74 Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)
...............76
Programmable Features .........77
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink
®) ...............77
Power Inverter ..............80
Power Outlet ...............81
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESAll-Wheel Drive Operation ........83
UTILITYRoof Luggage Rack............85
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings) ..........86
Tow/Haul Mode ..............87
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) .............87
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance .......89
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . . . 89
If Your Engine Overheats .........92
Jacking And Tire Changing ........94
Battery Location ............ 103
Jump-Starting ............. 103
Emergency Tow Hooks ......... 105
Shift Lever Override .......... 106
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ....... 107
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...... 108
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood........... 109
Fuel Door Release ........... 109
Engine Compartment .......... 111
Fluids And Capacities ......... 113
Maintenance Chart ........... 115
Fuses .................. 118
Tire Pressures .............. 121
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ...... 122
Exterior Bulbs ............. 122
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer Center. . 123Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center...123Assistance For The Hearing Impaired. . 123
Publications Ordering ......... 123
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ............ 124
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By MOPAR®. . 125
INDEX................. 126
FAQ (How To?)Frequently Asked Questions ...... 129
TABLE OF CONTENTS

POWER OUTLET
• The front power outlet is located in thefront center storage bin of the
instrument panel.
• A second front power outlet is located inside the center console.
• The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area.
• The power outlets are labeled with either a “key” or a “battery” symbol to indicate how the outlet is powered. Power outlets labeled with a “key” are powered when
the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position, while the outlets labeled
with a “battery” are connected directly to the battery and powered at all times.
NOTE:
• Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to
be replaced. See below image for fuse locations.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
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BATTERY LOCATION
• The battery in your vehicle is located under the passenger's front seat. Remotebattery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for
jump-starting.
JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set ofjumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located under the passengers front seat. There
are remote locations under the hood to
assist in jump starting.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and
turn the ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull
upward on the cover to remove it.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+)post of
the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post
of the booster battery.
• Remove the protective cap from the negative jump post. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
• Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to the remote negative
(-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
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