maintenance schedule DODGE DURANGO 2016 3.G User Guide

•Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service, or immedi-
ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system
failure.
The brake master cylinder has a plastic reservoir. On the
outboard side of the reservoir, there is a “MAX” dot and
a “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be kept within these
two dots. Do not add fluid above the MAX mark, because
leakage may occur at the cap.
664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............698▫Maintenance Chart .....................700
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change.NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe
Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
698 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•
Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system
turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 699

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends, and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle
fluid, change if using your ve-
hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-
road or frequent trailer towing. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking
brake function. XXX X X X X
700 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X XX XX
Replace spark plugs.** X
Flush and replace the engine cool-
ant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes
first.
XX
Change transfer case fluid. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 701

** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
702 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Child Protection.........................36
Door .................................34
Power Door ............................35
Lubrication, Body ........................ .652
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................279
Lug Nuts .............................. .600
Maintenance Free Battery ....................646
Maintenance Procedures ....................641
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .698
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .309, 638
Manual, Service ......................... .710
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............168
Memory Seat ........................... .168
Memory Seats And Radio ...................168
Methanol .............................. .561
Mirrors ............................... .124
Electric Powered ....................... .133
Electric Remote ........................ .133Exterior Folding
....................... .132
Heated .............................. .134
Outside ............................. .124
Rearview ......................... .124, 125
Vanity .............................. .135
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................551
MOPAR Parts ........................ .640, 709
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .561
Multi-Function Control Lever .................174
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................110
Occupant Restraints ........................51
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................559
Oil, Engine ......................... .329, 641
Capacity ............................ .691
Change Interval ....................... .642
Dipstick ............................. .641
726 INDEX

Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N)......593
Reformulated Gasoline .....................560
Refrigerant ............................. .648
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................53
Remote Control Starting System .........................29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................24
Arm The Alarm .........................21
Disarm The Alarm .......................22
Panic Alarm ............................27
Programming Additional Key Fobs .........20, 27
Programming Additional Transmitters .......20, 27
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........422
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode ...................32
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features . .33, 355
Uconnect Settings ....................33, 355
Remote Starting System ......................29
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .685Replacement Keys
.........................20
Replacement Parts ........................ .640
Replacement Tires ........................ .547
Reporting Safety Defects ....................709
Restraints, Child ...........................85
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................274
Roll Over Warning ..........................5
Roof Type Carrier ........................ .279
Rotation, Tires .......................... .550
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................112
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................114
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................709
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................111
Safety Information, Tire .....................524
Safety Tips ..............................111
Schedule, Maintenance .....................698
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......60
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