wheel torque DODGE DURANGO 2015 3.G User Guide

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions
This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) transfer case, which provides
convenient full-time all-wheel drive. No driver interaction is required. The Brake Traction
Control (BTC) System, which combines standard ABS and Traction Control, provides
resistance to any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with
traction.
NOTE:
This system is not appropriate for conditions where AWD LOW range is recommended. Refer
to “Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting and Operating” on the DVD for further information.
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch)
This electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the AWD Control Switch (Transfer
Case Switch), which is located on the center console.
This electronically shifted transfer case pro-
vides three mode positions:
•All-wheeldriveautomaticrange(AWD
AUTO)
•All-wheeldrivelowrange(LOWRANGE)
•Neutral(NEUTRAL)
When additional traction is required, the
LOW RANGE position can be used to lock
the front and rear driveshafts together forc-
ing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the
same speed. The LOW RANGE position are
designed for loose, slippery road surfaces
only. Driving in the LOW RANGE positions
on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in-
creased tire wear and damage to the drive-
line components.
When operating your vehicle in LOW RANGE, the engine speed is approximately three
times that of the AWD HI position at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the
engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
NOTE:
The “SERV AWD Warning Light” monitors the electronic shift all-wheel drive system.
If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means that the
all-wheel drive system is not functioning properly and that service is required.
AWD Control Switch
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3. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as
indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding.Do not raise the vehicle
until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot
on the rear tie-down bracket, just for-
ward of the rear tire (as indicated by the
triangular lift point symbol on the sill
molding).Do not raise the vehicle until
you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack
screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle just
enough to remove the flat tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Install the temporary spare wheel/tire
and lightly tighten the lug nuts prior to
lowering to prevent the vehicle from
moving on the jack.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack
screw counterclockwise, and remove the
jack.
9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push
down on the wrench while at the end
of the handle for increased leverage.
Ti g h t e n t h e l u g n u t s i n a s t a r p a t t e r n
until each nut has been tightened twice.
The correct wheel nut tightness is
130 ft lbs (176 N·m). If in doubt
about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by your
authorized dealer or at a service station.
Front Jacking Location
Rear Jacking Location
Spare Tire Mounting
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Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle
for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been
tightened twice. The correct tightness of each lug nut is 130 ft/lbs (176 N·m). If in
doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your
authorized dealer or service station.
5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that
all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel.
CAUTION!
•Donotusepowertoolstowinchthetireupordown.Impacttypetoolscandamage
the winch mechanism.
•Donotattempttoraisethevehiclebyjackingonlocationsotherthanthose
indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
•Besuretomountthesparetirewiththevalvestemfacingoutward.Thevehicle
could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
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