spare wheel DODGE DURANGO 2018 User Guide

11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective platein the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end of the
winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped cone
shape wheel plate though the road wheel and protec-
tive plate.
12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- tive plate until it is directly under the winch and
between the rear bumper and exhaust system heat
shields. Raise the tire by turning the lug wrench on the
winch extension clockwise until it clicks/ratchets three
times to make sure the cable is tight. NOTE:
Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the
underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable may
result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or
power tool may damage the winch.
Installing Winch
Road Wheel Installed In Spare Location
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13. Lower the jack to the fully closed position. Return thetools to the proper positions in the tool bag. Fold the
flap on the tool bag under the tools and roll the tools in
the bag underneath the others. Use the hook and loop
fasteners to secure the tool bag to the jack with the lug
wrench on the forward side of the jack. Expand the jack
on the bracket by turning the thumb screw clockwise
until it is tight to prevent rattles.
14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire
Changing Instructions. Reinstall the cover for the jack
in the rear storage bin.
15. Have the aluminum road wheel and tire repaired as soon as possible and properly secure the spare tire, jack
and tool kit.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided.
Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped endof the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug
nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in serious injury.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in “Technical Specifica- tions” for proper lug nut torque.
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.
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▫Spare Tires — If Equipped ................457
▫ Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..............460
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............461
▫ Tire Rotation Recommendations ............462
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..................463
▫ Treadwear ............................463
▫ Traction Grades ........................463
▫ Temperature Grades .....................463
 STORING THE VEHICLE ..................464 
BODYWORK .......................... .464
▫ Protection From Atmospheric Agents ........464
▫ Body And Underbody Maintenance ..........465
▫ Preserving The Bodywork .................465
 INTERIORS ............................466
▫ Seats And Fabric Parts ...................466
▫ Plastic And Coated Parts ..................467
▫ Leather Parts ..........................467
▫ Glass Surfaces ........................ .468
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These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors
including, but not limited to:
•Driving style.
• Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures can
cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire
tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread
life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement.
• Distance driven.
• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced tread
life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle scheduled
maintenance is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death.
NOTE: Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing tires.
Tire Tread
1—WornTire
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Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the origi-
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not
be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit stud-
ded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before
using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead
of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And
Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel
equivalent in look and function to the original equipment
tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your
vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for
your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an
authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation
pattern.
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Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You
can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare
by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and
Loading Information Placard located on the driver ’s side door
opening or on the sidewall of the tire. Compact spare tire
descriptions begin with the letter “T” or “S” preceding the size
designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment
tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on
your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the
wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel
on the vehicle at any given time.
WARNING!
Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
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WARNING!(Continued)
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings,
which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result
in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
The collapsible spare is for temporary emergency use only.
You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a collaps-
ible spare by looking at the spare tire description on the
Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the
driver ’s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Collapsible spare tire description example: 165/80-17 101P.
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment
tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on
your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly
installed to the vehicle. Inflate the collapsible tire using the
electric air pump before lowering the vehicle.
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Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the
wheel is designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire.
WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings,
which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result
in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only.
This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare
tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to
the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare
tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your
original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original
equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited
use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations
for this spare. This tire may look like the original equipped
tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Since it is not the same as your original equip-
ment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire
and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Instal-
lation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard located on
the driver ’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver ’s
side door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment
tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your
vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle
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Light.................................111
Luggage Carrier ........................ .133
Cargo Light ...............................111
Cargo Tie-Downs ...........................112
Car Washes ...............................465
Cellular Phone ............................547
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............376
Chains, Tire ............................. .461
Changing A Flat Tire ........................441
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .442
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .168
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............252
Checks, Safety ............................ .252
Child Restraint ............................226
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................230
Child Seat Installation .....................246
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........242
Infant And Child Restraints .................228
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............236
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......232
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........229
Seating Positions ........................ .231
Child Safety Locks ..........................39
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .474Cleaning
Wheels ............................... .460
Climate Control ............................85
Automatic ..............................86
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .267
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................566
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .458
Contract, Service .......................... .570
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............435
Cooling System ............................432
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................434
Coolant Level .......................... .435
Cooling Capacity ........................ .477
Disposal Of

Used Coolant ..................435
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................433
Inspection ..........................432, 435
Points To Remember ..................... .436
Pressure Cap ............................435
Radiator Cap .......................... .435
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......433, 477, 479
Corrosion Protection ........................464
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..............289, 293
Cruise Light .......................... .165, 166
Cupholders .......................... .125, 126
Customer Assistance ........................568
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Security Alarm..........................29, 160
Arm The System ..........................30
Disarm The System ........................30
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................28
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................28
Sentry Key Replacement ....................22, 28
Service Assistance ..........................568
Service Contract .......................... .570
Service Manuals .......................... .572
Shifting .................................270
Automatic Transmission ................270, 273
Shoulder Belts ............................ .202
Signals, Turn ....................166, 256, 374, 375
Siri .................................... .560
SiriusXM Guardian Vehicle Health Alert .......................558
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................461
Snow Plow ...............................355
Snow Tires ...............................457
Spare Tires .....................384, 457, 458, 459
Spark Plugs .......................... .479, 481
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................ .291, 292
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ...................298 Cancel
............................... .292
Resume ...............................292
Set ...................................291
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........289, 290, 293
Starting ............................25, 261, 263
Button .................................22
Cold Weather .......................... .267
Engine Block Heater ..................... .267
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .266
Remote ................................25
Starting And Operating ...................261, 263
Starting Procedures ..................... .261, 263
Steering ..................................65
Power ............................... .286
T ilt

Column .......................... .65, 66
Wheel, Heated ...........................67
Wheel, Tilt .......................... .65, 66
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................527
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .527
Storage, Vehicle ........................100, 464
Storing Your Vehicle ........................464
Sunglasses Storage ..........................133
Sun Roof ............................... .105
Sun Visor .................................72
Sway Control, Trailer ........................180
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INDEX 585

Synthetic Engine Oil........................419
System, Remote Starting ......................25
Telescoping Steering Column ................65, 66
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............98
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ......................112
Tilt Steering Column ..................... .65, 66
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............446
Tire Markings ............................ .441
Tires......................... .255, 450, 457, 463
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .454
Air Pressure ............................450
Chains ............................... .461
Changing .......................383, 393, 441
Compact Spare ..........................458
Flat Changing .......................... .393
General Information ...................450, 457
High Speed ............................ .452
Inflation Pressure ........................451
Jacking ............................... .441
Life Of Tires ............................454
Load Capacity .......................446, 447
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........161, 192
Quality Grading ........................ .463
Radial ............................... .452Replacement
........................ .393, 455
Rotation ...............................462
Safety ............................ .441, 450
Sizes .................................442
Snow Tires ............................ .457
Spare Tires ..................... .384, 457, 459
Spinning ...............................453
Trailer Towing .......................... .351
Tread Wear Indicators .....................453
Wheel Mounting ........................ .393
Wheel Nut Torque ........................471
Tire Safety Information .......................441
T ongue

Weight/Trailer Weight .................349
To Open Hood ............................108
Towing ............................. .343, 401
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .401
Guide .................................347
Recreational ............................355
Weight ............................... .347
Towing Behind A Motorhome ..................355
Traction Control .......................... .176
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................180
Trailer Towing ............................ .343
Cooling System Tips ..................... .354
Hitches ............................... .346
586 INDEX