manual transmission DODGE DURANGO 2016 3.G User Guide

Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy
traffic.
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent
shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you can use the
AutoStick shift control to manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle
under heavy loading conditions, will improve perfor-
mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat buildup. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
AutoStick
• When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and
avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or
“3” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
• To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces-
sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to
a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road
conditions allow.
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
• Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
• When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
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2. Open the center console and locate the Manual ParkRelease cover, remove it by snapping the cover away
from the console hinges.
3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal latch in towards the tether strap. 4. While the metal latch is in the open position, simulta-
neously pull upwards on the tether strap until the
lever clicks and latches in the released position. The
transmission is now out of PARK and the vehicle can
be moved.
Manual Park Release Cover
Release Latch
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CAUTION!
Closing the armrest while the Manual Park Release is
activated may damage the Manual Park Release
mechanism, the transmission, and/or the armrest.NOTE:
To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention-
ally, firmly apply the parking brake.
To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever:
1. To disengage the Manual Park Release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the
tether to unlock the lever.
Released Position
Release Latch
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If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Manual Park Release” in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do
not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Rear Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis-
sion is operable, the vehicle may be towed (with rear
wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEU-
TRAL. Speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) and the
distance must not exceed 30 miles (48 km).
CAUTION!
Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than
30 miles (48 km) with rear wheels on the ground can
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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SENTRY KEYKey Programming .......................20
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................20
Service Assistance ........................ .705
Service Contract ......................... .707
Service Manuals ......................... .710
Shifting ............................... .480
Automatic Transmission ...............480, 483
Shoulder Belts ............................55
Signals, Turn ...................114, 320, 689, 690
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................549
Snow Plow ............................. .586
Snow Tires ............................. .541
Spare Tire .....................542, 543, 544, 604
Spark Plugs ......................... .693, 695
Speed Control Accel/Decel ....................... .195, 196
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..................204 Cancel
.............................. .195
Resume ............................. .195
Set................................. .194
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........193, 194, 197
Starting ............................. .29, 470
Automatic Transmission ..................471
Cold Weather ...................... .474, 479
Engine Block Heater .....................479
Engine Fails To Start .....................474
Remote ...............................29
Starting And Operating .....................470
Starting Procedures ....................... .470
Steering Power .............................. .504
Tilt Column ....................... .189, 190
Wheel, Heated ........................ .192
Wheel, Tilt ........................ .189, 190
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............422
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .422
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