radiator cap DODGE DURANGO 2017 3.G Owners Manual

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the switch
bank just above the climate controls.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional
turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic
of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to turn off
the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not be
used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers
may discharge the battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down. •
In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in
NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle speed
while preventing vehicle motion with the brakes.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to
high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement
to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you
see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

3.Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to
unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper bladeholder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the
wiper blade until it snaps into place.
5.
Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place.
Adding Washer Fluid
The instrument cluster display will indicate when the washer
fluid level is low. When the sensor detects a low fluid level,
the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and
the “WASHER FLUID LOW” message will be displayed.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear
window washer is shared. The fluid reservoir is located in
the engine compartment, be sure to check the fluid level at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer
solvent only (not radiator antifreeze). When refilling the
washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it
to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, this
will help blade performance. To prevent freeze-up of your
windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solu-
tion or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature
range of your climate. This rating information can be found
on most washer fluid containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents are
flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or working around the washer
solution.
Removing The Wiper Blade
1—WiperBlade
2 — Blade Pivot Pin
3—WiperArm
4 — Wiper Blade Holder 518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter
will not require maintenance. However, it is important to
keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst
operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and
abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the
vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications,
should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle
or malfunctioning operating conditions.Cooling System
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you
see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli-
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an authorized dealer.
Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumula-
tion of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying
water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the
coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire
system for leaks.
520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

With the engine at normal operating temperature (but not
running), check the cooling system pressure cap for proper
vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of engine
coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. If the cap
is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will
begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT
REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE
COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE:Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to
be added to the system, please contact your local autho-
rized dealer.
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible
sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with
OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci-
fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may
decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Tech-
nology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should
not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technol-
ogy (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “glob-
ally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cool-
ing system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the engine coolant and may plug
the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze) is not recommended.
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Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is over-
heated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an
overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up
in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury,
do not remove the pressure cap while the system is
hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci-
fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a
regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with
your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do
not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open con-
tainers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If
ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance imme-
diately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point
or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this.
As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory,
the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032 should
be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
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Adding Fluid.......................... .528
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................528
Fluid Change .......................... .528
Fluid Level Check .....................527, 528
Fluid Type ......................... .527, 549
Gear Ranges ........................... .389
Special Additives ........................ .528
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........206
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .206
Axle Fluid .............................. .549
Battery .............................. .241, 511
Charging System Light ....................241
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Belts, Seat .................................85
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .102
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................516
B-Pillar Location .......................... .423
Brake Assist System ........................ .408
Brake Control System, Electronic ................406
Brake Fluid .......................... .525, 549
Brake System ......................... .406, 525
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .406
Fluid Check ........................... .525
Master Cylinder ........................ .525Parking
.............................. .404
Warning Light .......................... .239
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................387
Bulb Replacement ...................... .540, 542
Bulbs, Light ...............................88
Camera, Rear ............................ .192
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .545
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .487
Oil (Engine) ........................... .510
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................523
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................85,
448
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .220
Cargo Area Features ....................... .219
Cargo Compartment ....................... .219
Light ................................ .220
Luggage Carrier ........................ .223
Cargo Light ............................. .220
Cargo Tie-Downs .......................... .221
Car Washes .............................. .529
Cellular Phone ........................... .334
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............544
Certification Label ......................... .451
Chains, Tire ............................. .437
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Changing A Flat Tire....................... .476
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .419
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .506
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................84
Checks, Safety .............................84
Child Restraint .............................63
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................68
Child Restraints ..........................63
Child Seat Installation ......................80
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........77
Infants And Child Restraints .................66
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ..............73
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........70
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........67
Seating Positions ..........................69
Child Safety Locks ..........................28
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .445
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .530
Climate Control ........................... .336
Manual ............................... .336
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .381
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................333
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .432Console, Overhead
........................ .194
Contract, Service .......................... .560
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............523
Cooling System ........................... .520
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................522
Coolant Capacity ........................ .545
Coolant Level .......................... .523
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................523
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................521
Inspection ......................... .520, 523
Points To Remember ..................... .524
Pressure Cap ........................... .523
Radiator Cap .......................... .523
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......521, 545, 547
Corrosion Protection ....................... .528
Cr

uise Control (Speed Control) .................153
Cruise Light .......................... .255, 257
Cupholders ...............................211
Customer Assistance ....................... .558
Daytime Running Lights .....................137
Dealer Service ............................ .507
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .223
Defroster, Windshield ........................86
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Pets.....................................83
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........424
Power Brakes ............................... .406
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................534
Door Locks ..............................27
Inverter .............................. .210
Lift Gate ...............................38
Mirrors ............................... .100
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............206
Seats ..............................110,111
Steering ........................... .403, 549
Sunroof .............................. .203
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .............148
Windows ...............................34
Power Seats Forward ............................110,111
Rearward ...........................110,111
Recline ................................110
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................48
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .480
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................49
Programming Key Fobs (Remote Keyless Entry) ......19Quadra-Trac
............................. .395
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .429
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............523
Radio Frequency General Information .............14, 16, 23, 26, 33
Radio Operation .......................... .334
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .332
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .314
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................146
Rear Air Conditioning ...................... .343
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .526
Rear Camera ............................. .192
Rear Cross Path ........................... .107
Rear Cupholder ............................211
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .183
Rear Seat, Folding ......................... .123
Rear Window Features ...................... .222
Rear

Wiper/Washer ........................ .222
Reclining Front Seats ........................113
Recreational Towing ........................ .466
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .........468
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .......470
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .445
Refrigerant .............................. .513
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INDEX 575