tires DODGE DURANGO 2022 Owner's Guide

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE295
A Run Flat tire is not repairable. When a Run Flat
tire is changed after driving with an underinflated
tire condition, please replace the TPMS sensor as
it is not designed to be reused when driven under
Run Flat mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:TPMS sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition.
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at
full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the
Run Flat mode.
For more information Ú page 193.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions,
do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment
tires to help you in determining when your tires
should be replaced.

Tire Tread

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.
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 pres -
sures 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.
NOTE:Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing
tires.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h)
for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New TireWARNING!
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.
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Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as
little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires
from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of
many characteristics. They should be inspected
regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation
pressures. The manufacturer strongly
recommends that you use tires equivalent to the
originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed Ú page 295. Refer to the
Tire and Loading Information placard or the
Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation
of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for
your tire will be found on the original equipment
tire sidewall.
For more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire Ú page 287.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or
two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can
seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever
replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s
specifications match those of the original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized tire
dealer or original equipment dealer with any
questions you may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent replacement
tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and
ride of your vehicle.
TIRE TYPES
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons
(Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter). Traction
levels may vary between different all season tires.
All season tires can be identified by the M+S, M&S,
M/S or MS designation on the tire sidewall. Use all
season tires only in sets of four; failure to do so
may adversely affect the safety and handling of
your vehicle.
Summer Or Three Season Tires —
If Equipped
Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry
conditions, and are not intended to be driven in
snow or on ice. If your vehicle is equipped with
Summer tires, be aware these tires are not
designed for Winter or cold driving conditions.
Install Winter tires on your vehicle when ambient
temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if roads
are covered with ice or snow. For more
information, contact an authorized dealer.
Summer tires do not contain the all season
designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the
tire sidewall. Use Summer tires only in sets of four;
failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or
speed rating other than that specified for your
vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved
tires and wheels may change suspension
dimensions and performance characteristics,
resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpre -
dictable handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your vehicle.
Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally
equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a
smaller load index could result in tire over -
loading and failure. You could lose control and
have a collision.
Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in
sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different
size may result in false speedometer and
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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 original
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 studded 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.
For restrictions when towing with a spare tire
designated for temporary emergency use
Ú
page 145.
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.
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!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions.
You could lose vehicle control, resulting in
severe injury or death. Driving too fast for
conditions also creates the possibility of loss of
vehicle control.
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.
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AWD
Trim Level Axle
Tire/Wheel Size Snow Traction Device
(maximum projection beyond tire profile or equivalent)
PURSUIT
RearP255/60R18
THULE XG-12 PRO or Equivalent
SXT
265/60R18
265/50R20
GT
CITADEL R/T 265/50R20
R/T w/Tow N Go 295/45ZR20
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
operate at different loads and perform different
steering, handling, and braking functions. For
these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of
tires. The benefits of rotation are especially
worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as
those on On/Off-Road type tires. Rotation will
increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow,
and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride. For the proper maintenance intervals
Úpage 256.
The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should
be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
NOTE:The Tire Pressure Monitor System will automati -
cally locate the pressure values displayed in the
correct vehicle position following a tire rotation.
The suggested rotation method is the “rearward
cross” shown in the following diagram.

Tire Rotation (Rearward Cross)

CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe
the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device clear -
ance between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only traction
devices in good condition are used. Broken
devices can cause serious damage. Stop the
vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could
indicate device breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the device before
further use.
Install device as tightly as possible and then
retighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
Autosock traction devices do not require
retightening.
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and
large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry
pavement.
Observe the traction device manufacturer’s
instructions on the method of installation,
operating speed, and conditions for use.
Always use the suggested operating speed of
the device manufacturer’s if it is less than
30 mph (48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a compact
spare tire.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by the
tire's manufacturer in each category is
shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform
to Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
TREADWEAR
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half times as well on
the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
TRACTION GRADES
The Traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement, as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
TEMPERATURE GRADES
The Temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat, when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes......................................... 307Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control).................................... 116, 118Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 273Adding Fuel.................................................... 137Additives, Fuel............................................... 309AdjustDown.................................................... 34, 35Forward................................................ 34, 35Rearward.............................................. 34, 35Up......................................................... 34, 35Air BagAir Bag Operation...................................... 206Air Bag Warning Light...................... 204, 207Driver Knee Air Bag................................... 211Enhanced Accident Response......... 214, 254Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 254Front Air Bag............................................. 207If Deployment Occurs................................ 213Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 211Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 215Maintenance............................................. 215
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light............. 205Side Air Bags............................................ 211Transporting Pets..................................... 232Air Bag Light.................................. 89, 204, 232Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter)............................. 263Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 264Air Conditioner Refrigerant.................. 264, 265Air Conditioner System................................. 264Air ConditioningRear............................................................. 59Air Conditioning Filter.................... 61, 264, 265Air Conditioning System................................... 60Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 61Air Filter........................................................ 263Air PressureTires......................................................... 293AlarmArm The System................................... 21, 22Disarm The System..................................... 21Rearm The System...................................... 22Security Alarm............................................. 92Alarm SystemSecurity Alarm............................................. 21
All Wheel Drive (AWD)................................... 109Alterations/ModificationsVehicle.........................................................10Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).................. 272, 311Disposal.................................................... 273Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)....................... 182Anti-Lock Warning Light...................................92Assist, Hill Start............................................. 186Audio Systems (Radio).................................. 156Auto Down Power Windows..............................70Automatic Headlights.......................................49Automatic High Beams.....................................48Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............60Automatic Transmission......................... 99, 105Adding Fluid.............................................. 275Fluid And Filter Change............................. 275Fluid Change............................................. 275Fluid Level Check...................................... 275Fluid Type........................................ 276, 312Special Additives...................................... 275Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode... 108Auxiliary Driving Systems.............................. 188Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)..........66Auxiliary Power Outlet......................................66Axle Fluid....................................................... 31211

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Jack Location
................................................. 240Jack Operation............................................... 242Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions......... 239Jacking Instructions....................................... 242Jump Starting................................................ 246
K
Key Fob........................................................... 14Arm The System.......................................... 21Disarm The System..................................... 21Programming Additional Key Fobs.............. 16Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 15Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 16Keyless Enter 'n Go™ Passive Entry............................................... 23Passive Entry Programming......................... 23Keys................................................................. 14Replacement............................................... 16Sentry (Immobilizer).................................... 17
L
Lane Change Assist......................................... 50LaneSense.................................................... 133Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 198Latches.......................................................... 234Hood........................................................... 73Lead Free Gasoline........................................ 308
Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 234Life Of Tires................................................... 295Liftgate............................................................ 73Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer....................... 54Light Bulbs.................................................... 234Lights............................................................ 234Air Bag...................................... 89, 204, 232Automatic Headlights.................................. 49AWD............................................................. 95Brake Assist Warning............................... 186Brake Warning............................................. 90Bulb Replacement........................... 284, 285Cargo........................................................... 74Center Mounted Stop............................... 286Cruise............................................ 94, 95, 96Daytime Running......................................... 48Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 47Electric Power Steering................................ 91Electronic Stability Control........................... 92Electronic Stability Program(ESP)Indicator.................................................. 91Exterior...............................................47, 234Fog.....................................................96, 285Forward Collision Warning.................... 94, 95Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 235Headlights On With Wipers.......................... 49High Beam................................................... 96High Beam/Low Beam Select...................... 48Hood Open.................................................. 91Interior......................................................... 50
LaneSense............................................ 93, 96Lights On Reminder.....................................49Low Fuel......................................................93Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........93NEUTRAL.....................................................95Oil Temperature...........................................92Park......................................................49, 96Passing........................................................49Reading.......................................................51Rear Servicing.......................................... 285Rear Tail Lamps........................................ 285Seat Belt Reminder.....................................89Security Alarm.............................................92Service............................................. 284, 285Service AWD................................................94Side Marker.............................................. 285Sport Mode..................................................96Stop Start.............................................94, 96Traction Control........................................ 186Trailer Brake Disconnected.........................92Transmission Temperature..........................92Turn Signals....................... 47, 96, 234, 285Vanity Mirror................................................41Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions....91Load Shed Battery Saver Mode........................88Load Shed Battery Saver On............................88Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction..............88Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor...............88Loading Vehicle............................................. 138Tires.......................................................... 290
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Pregnant Women And Seat Belts
...................202Preparation For Jacking................................. 239Pretensioners Seat Belts.................................................. 202
R
Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 294Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 273Radio Operation............................................ 181Radio Remote Controls.................................. 181Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 53Rear Air Conditioning....................................... 59Rear Axle (Differential)................................... 276Rear Camera................................................. 136Rear Cross Path............................................. 190Rear ParkSense System................................ 127Rear Seat Reminder Alert.............................. 183Rear Seats, Folding......................................... 31Rear Wiper/Washer......................................... 54Reclining Front Seats...................................... 30Recreational Towing...................................... 149Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 151Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N)............................................ 152Reformulated Gasoline.................................. 309Refrigerant.................................................... 265Release, Hood................................................. 73Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 197Remote ControlStarting System........................................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry...................................... 14Arm The Alarm............................................. 21Disarm The Alarm........................................ 21Programming Additional Key Fobs............... 16Remote Sound System (Radio) Control......... 181Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 19Remote Starting System.................................. 18Replacement Bulbs...................................... 284Replacement Keys........................................... 16Replacement Tires........................................ 296Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 315Restraints, Child........................................... 216Restraints, Head.............................................. 37Retractable Cargo Area Cover.......................... 75Roll Over Warning.............................................. 9Roof Type Carrier............................................. 76Rotation, Tires.............................................. 302
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 232Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 233Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 315Safety Information, Tire................................ 286Safety Tips.................................................... 231Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 234Schedule, Maintenance................................ 255Seat Belt Reminder.......................................... 89Seat Belts............................................ 197, 232Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 201
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 201Adjustable Upper Shoulder BeltAnchorage............................................ 201Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 202Child Restraints........................................ 216Energy Management Feature................... 202Extender................................................... 201Front Seat............................... 197, 198, 200Inspection................................................. 232Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 200Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 200Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 198Operating Instructions.............................. 200Pregnant Women...................................... 202Pretensioners........................................... 202Rear Seat.................................................. 198Reminder.................................................. 197Seat Belt Extender.................................... 201Seat Belt Pretensioner.............................. 202Untwisting Procedure................................ 200Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 305Seats........................................... 29, 34, 35, 36Adjustment.................................... 29, 34, 35Easy Entry....................................................35Heated.........................................................36Memory.......................................................27Rear Folding......................................... 29, 31Reclining......................................................30Seatback Release........................................29Tilting...........................................................29
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......................................................... 37Ventilated.................................................... 37Security AlarmArm The System.......................................... 21Disarm The System..................................... 21Security System........................................ 21, 92Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................. 17Sentry Key Replacement................................. 16Service Assistance......................................... 313Service Contract............................................ 314Service Manuals............................................ 315Shifting.......................................................... 104Automatic Transmission.................. 104, 105Shoulder Belts............................................... 198Signals, Turn..................................96, 234, 285Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................. 300Snow Tires..................................................... 297Spare Tires................................. 240, 297, 298Speed ControlAccel/Decel............................................... 117Accel/Decel (ACC Only)............................. 122Cancel....................................................... 118Resume..................................................... 118Set............................................................. 117Speed Control (Cruise Control)... 116, 117, 118Starting............................................................ 99Button......................................................... 17Cold Weather............................................ 102Engine Fails To Start................................. 102Remote....................................................... 18
Starting And Operating..................................... 99Starting Procedures......................................... 99Steering........................................................... 26Power....................................................... 114Tilt Column.................................................. 26Wheel, Heated............................................. 27Wheel, Tilt.................................................... 26Steering Wheel Audio Controls..................... 181Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls............................................ 181Storage............................................................ 62Storage, Vehicle......................................61, 304Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 304Sun Roof................................................... 71, 72Sun Visor......................................................... 41Sunglasses Storage......................................... 63Sunshade Operation........................................ 72Sway Control, Trailer..................................... 187Symbol Glossary.............................................. 10Synthetic Engine Oil...................................... 263SystemVehicle Security........................................... 21System, Remote Starting................................. 18
T
Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 26Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)............. 60Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................................... 75Tilt Steering Column........................................ 26Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 290
Tire Markings................................................ 286Tire Safety Information.................................. 286Tires.................................. 233, 293, 297, 303Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 295Air Pressure.............................................. 293Chains...................................................... 300Changing.................................................. 239Compact Spare......................................... 297General Information........................ 293, 297High Speed............................................... 294Inflation Pressure..................................... 293Life Of Tires.............................................. 295Load Capacity........................................... 290Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)........................................... 94, 193Quality Grading......................................... 303Radial....................................................... 294Replacement............................................ 296Rotation.................................................... 302Safety.............................................. 286, 293Sizes......................................................... 287Snow Tires................................................ 297Spare Tires.............................240, 297, 298Spinning................................................... 295Trailer Towing........................................... 145Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 295Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 307To Open Hood..................................................73Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 143Tow N Go....................................................... 112

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