DODGE DURANGO 2023 Workshop Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE49
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT LEVELING —
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F EQUIPPED
This feature prevents the headlights from
interfering with the vision of oncoming drivers.
Headlight leveling automatically adjusts the height
of the headlight beam in reaction to changes in
vehicle pitch.
BATTERY SAVER
Timers are set to both the interior and exterior
lights to protect the life of your vehicle’s battery.
After 10 minutes, if the ignition is OFF and any door
is left open or the dimmer control is rotated all the
way up to the dome light on position, the interior
lights will automatically turn off.
NOTE:Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is ON.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, the exterior lights will
automatically turn off after eight minutes. If the
headlights are turned on and left on for eight
minutes while the ignition is OFF, the exterior lights
will automatically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the
front doors are opened or when the dimmer control
is rotated to its upward most position. If your
vehicle is equipped with a key fob and the unlock
button is pushed, the courtesy and dome lights will
turn on. When a door is open and the interior lights
are on, rotating the dimmer control all the way
down, to the O (off) position, will cause all the
interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to
stay open for extended periods of time without
discharging the vehicle’s battery.
COURTESY LIGHTS
The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing
the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off,
push the lens a second time.

Courtesy Lights

FRONT MAP/READING LIGHTS —
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F EQUIPPED
Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each
light can be turned on by pushing the switch on
either side of the console. These buttons are
backlit for nighttime visibility.

Front Map/Reading Lights

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To turn the lights off, push the switch a second
time. The lights also turn on when a door is
opened. The lights will also turn on when the
unlock button on the key fob is pushed.

Front Map/Reading Light Switches

AMBIENT LIGHT — IF EQUIPPED
The overhead console is equipped with an ambient
light feature. This light illuminates for improved
visibility of the floor and center console area.
Ambient Light

DIMMER CONTROL
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can
be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up
(brighter) or down (dimmer). When the headlights
are on you can supplement the brightness of the
odometer, trip odometer, radio and overhead
console by rotating the control to its upward most
position until you hear a click. This is useful when
headlights are required during the day.
Dimmer Control
Dimmer Control (Vehicles Sold In Canada)

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY
When programmed with the Uconnect system, the
headlights and courtesy lights will turn on when
you use the key fob to unlock the doors or open any
door Úpage 153.
The time the lights stay on is programmable up to
90 seconds. The lights will fade to off after the
programmed time, or they will immediately fade to
off once the ignition switch is placed in the ON/
RUN position from the OFF position.
The front courtesy overhead console and door
courtesy lights will not turn off if the instrument
panel dimmer switch is rotated to the upward most
position, past the detent. The overhead and door
courtesy lights will turn off after 10 minutes when
the ignition is placed in the OFF position to protect
the battery.
The illuminated entry system will not operate if the
instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated all the
way downward to the O (off) position.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located
on the multifunction lever on the left side of the
steering column. The front wipers are operated by
rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever.
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four
detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth
detent for low wiper operation and the sixth detent
for high wiper operation.
Windshield Wiper Operation

Intermittent Wipers
Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings
when weather conditions make a single wiping
cycle, with a variable delay between cycles,
desirable. At driving speeds above 10 mph
(16 km/h), the delay can be regulated from a
maximum of approximately 18 seconds between
cycles (first detent), to a cycle every one second
(fourth detent). If the vehicle is moving less than
10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
CAUTION!
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the “park” position. If the windshield
wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot
return to the “park” position, damage to the
wiper motor may occur.
1 — Push End Of Lever And Hold For Front Washer
2 — Rotate Downward For Mist
3 — Rotate For Rear Wiper/Washer Operation
4 — Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
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Windshield Washers
To use the washer, push on the end of the lever
(toward the steering wheel) and hold. If the lever is
pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers
will turn on and operate for several cycles after the
end of the lever is released, and then resume the
intermittent interval previously selected.
If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers
are in the off position, the wipers will operate for
several cycles, then turn off.
NOTE:As a protective measure, the washer will stop if the
switch is held for more than 20 seconds. Once the
switch is released the washer will resume normal
operation. Mist
Rotate the end of the lever downward to the MIST
position and release for a single wiping cycle.
NOTE:The Mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on
the windshield. The washer function must be used
in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement,
see Ú
page 261.
RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the
windshield and automatically activates the wipers.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of
four detent positions to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with
the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position one is
the least sensitive, and wiper delay position four is
the most sensitive.
Setting three is preferred by the average driver
during normal rain conditions.
NOTE:
The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when
the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed posi -
tion.
The Rain Sensing feature may not function prop -
erly when ice, or dried salt water is present on
the windshield.
Use of products containing wax or silicone may
reduce Rain Sensing performance.
The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and
off using the Uconnect system Ú page 153.
The Rain Sensing system has protection features
for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate
under the following conditions:
Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition
is first placed in the ON position, the Rain
Sensing system will not operate until the wiper
switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h), or the outside temperature is
greater than 32°F (0°C).
Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the
ignition is in the ON position, and the gear
selector is in NEUTRAL, the Rain Sensing system
will not operate until the wiper switch is moved,
vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h),
or the gear selector is moved out of NEUTRAL.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden
icing of the windshield during freezing weather,
warm the windshield with the defroster before
and during windshield washer use.

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REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the
multifunction lever on the left side of the steering
column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by
rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever.
Rotate the center portion of the lever
upward to the first detent for
intermittent operation and to the
second detent for continuous rear wiper
operation.
Rotate the center portion of the lever
upward to the third detent to activate
the washer. The washer will continue to
operate as long as the switch is held.
Rotate the center portion downward from the OFF
position to activate the rear washer. The washer
will continue to operate as long as the switch is
held.
NOTE:As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the
switch is held for more than 20 seconds. Once the
switch is released the pump will resume normal
operation.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, the wiper will
automatically return to the “park” position.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are
located on the touchscreen and on the instrument
panel below the radio.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
D
ESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS

Uconnect 5/5 NAV With 10.1-inch Display Temperature
Controls Uconnect 4 With 8.4-inch Display Temperature Controls

Max A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on
the touchscreen to change the current
setting to the coldest output of air. The
MAX A/C indicator illuminates when MAX
A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause
the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode
and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position
can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing
other settings will cause the MAX A/C to exit.
NOTE:The MAX A/C button is only available on the touch -
screen.
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A/C Button
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen to change the current
setting. The A/C indicator illuminates
when A/C is on.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the air
conditioning system. When the air conditioning
system is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow
through the outlets into the cabin.
NOTE:If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side
glass, select Defrost mode and increase blower
speed if needed. If your air conditioning perfor -
mance seems lower than expected, check the front
of the A/C condenser (located in front of the
radiator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
Clean with a gentle water spray from the front of
the radiator and through the condenser.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change
the system between recirculation mode
and outside air mode. The Recirculation
indicator and the A/C indicator illuminate
when the Recirculation button is pressed.
Recirculation can be used when outside conditions
such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are
present. Recirculation can be used in all modes.
Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen grayed out) if conditions exist that
could create fogging on the inside of the
windshield. The A/C can be deselected manually
without disturbing the mode control selection.
Continuous use of Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
Recirculation mode may automatically adjust to
optimize customer experience for warming,
cooling, dehumidification, etc.
AUTO Button
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen, or push the button on the
faceplate, to change the current setting.
The AUTO button automatically controls
the interior cabin temperature by adjusting
distribution and amount of airflow. Air Conditioning
(A/C) may be active during AUTO operation to
improve performance. Performing this function will
cause the system to switch between manual mode
and automatic modes. AUTO mode is highly
recommended for efficiency Ú page 59.
Front Defrost Button
Press and release the touchscreen
button, or push and release the button
on the faceplate, to change the current
airflow setting to Defrost mode. The Front
Defrost indicator illuminates when the Front
Defrost is on. Air comes from the windshield and
side window demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower level may increase.
Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature
settings for best windshield and side window
defrosting and defogging. When toggling the Front
Defrost mode button, the climate system will
return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Press and release the button on the
touchscreen, or push and release the
button on the faceplate, to turn on the
rear window defroster and the heated
outside mirrors (if equipped). The Rear Defrost
indicator illuminates when the rear window
defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after 10 minutes.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners
on the interior surface of the window. Use a
soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping
parallel to the heating elements. Labels can
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Driver And Passenger Temperature
Buttons
These buttons provide the driver and passenger
with independent temperature control.
Push the Up button on the faceplate or
press and slide the temperature bar
towards the red arrow button on the
touchscreen for warmer temperature
settings.
Push the Down button on the faceplate or
press and slide the temperature bar
towards the blue arrow button on the
touchscreen for cooler temperature
settings.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the
touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature
on/off. The SYNC indicator illuminates
when SYNC is on. SYNC is used to
synchronize the front passenger temperature and
rear passenger temperature, mode, and blower
settings with the driver temperature, mode, and
blower settings. Changing the front passenger
temperature or rear passenger temperature,
mode, and blower settings while in SYNC will
automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:The SYNC setting is only available on the touch -
screen.
Blower Control
Blower Control is used to regulate the
amount of air forced through the Climate
Control system. There are seven blower
speeds available. Adjusting the blower
will cause automatic mode to switch to manual
operation. The speeds can be selected using either
the blower control knob on the faceplate or the
buttons on the touchscreen.
Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you
turn the blower control knob clockwise from the
lowest blower setting. The blower speed
decreases as you turn the blower control knob
counterclockwise.
Touchscreen: Use the small blower icon to
reduce the blower setting and the large blower
icon to increase the blower setting. Blower
speed can also be selected by pressing the
blower bar area between the icons.
Mode Control
Select Mode by pressing the Mode
button on the faceplate, or one of the
Mode buttons on the touchscreen to
change the airflow distribution mode.
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so
air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor
outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets.
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the
instrument panel. Each of these outlets
can be individually adjusted to direct the
flow of air. The air vanes of the center
outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and
down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
There is a shut-off wheel located below the air
vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow
from these outlets.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
CAUTION!
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Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel
outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount
of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
NOTE:Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi -
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the
defrost and side window demister
outlets.
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost,
and side window demister outlets. This
setting works best in cold or snowy
conditions that require extra heat to the
windshield. This setting is good for maintaining
comfort while reducing moisture on the
windshield.
Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the
Climate Control ON/OFF.
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls
From The Front ATC Panel

Front ATC Panel Uconnect 5/5 NAV With 10.1-inch Display
Rear Controls
Front ATC Panel Uconnect 4 With 8.4-inch Display Rear Controls
The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment
of the rear climate controls from the front ATC
panel.
To change the rear system settings:
Press the Rear Climate button on the touch
-
screen to display the rear climate controls. The
control functions now operate the rear system.
Press the Front Climate button on the touch -
screen to return to the front climate controls.
REAR CLIMATE CONTROL BUTTON
Press and release this button to access
the rear climate controls. The Rear
Climate indicator will illuminate when the
rear climate controls are ON.
REAR AUTO BUTTON
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen to change the current
setting. The REAR AUTO indicator will
illuminate when REAR AUTO is on. This
feature automatically controls the rear interior
cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution
and amount. Toggling this function will cause the
rear system to switch between manual mode and
automatic modes Ú page 59.

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REAR LOCK BUTTON
Press and release this button to lock out
the rear manual temperature controls
from adjusting the rear temperature and
blower settings. The LOCK REAR
indicator will illuminate when LOCK REAR is on.
Press and release this button again to exit the
feature.
FRONT CLIMATE BUTTON
Press and release to return to the Front
Climate Control Screen.
SYNC BUTTON
Press the SYNC (or SYNC To Driver)
button on the touchscreen to toggle the
SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator
will illuminate when SYNC is on. SYNC is
used to synchronize the front passenger
temperature and rear passenger temperature,
mode, and blower settings with the driver
temperature, mode, and blower settings. Changing
the front passenger temperature or rear passenger
temperature, mode, or blower settings while in
SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:The SYNC setting is only available on the touch -
screen.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
Rear Blower Control is used to regulate
the amount of air forced through the rear
climate system. There are seven blower
speeds available. The speeds can be
selected using the buttons on the touchscreen.
Use the small blower icon (or blower icon with the
downward arrow) to reduce the blower setting, and
the large blower icon (or blower icon with the
upward arrow) to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower
bar area between the icons.
REAR MODE CONTROL
Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode
buttons on the touchscreen to change
the airflow distribution mode. The rear
airflow distribution mode can be
adjusted so air comes from the headliner outlets,
the floor outlets or both.
HEADLINER MODE
Air comes from the outlets in the
headliner. Each of these outlets can be
individually adjusted to direct the flow of
air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets to
one side shuts off the airflow.
BI-LEVEL MODE
Press this button on the touchscreen to
change the air distribution mode to
Bi-Level Mode. In Bi-Level Mode, air
comes from both the headliner outlets
and the floor outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level mode
is designed to provide cooler air out of the head -
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
FLOOR MODE
Press this button on the touchscreen to
change the air distribution mode to Floor
Mode. In Floor Mode, air comes from the
floor outlets.
REAR CLIMATE CONTROL OFF BUTTON
To manually set the rear blower controls
to off, press the Rear Climate Control/
Blower Off button.
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Rear Automatic Temperature Control
The rear system temperature controls are located
on the headliner over the second row seating area.

Rear Automatic Climate Controls

The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear
right side of the third row seats and overhead
outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The
system provides heated air through the floor
outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the
headliner outlets.
AUTO BUTTON
Turn the blower knob to the AUTO setting.
This feature automatically controls the
rear interior cabin temperature by
adjusting airflow distribution and
amount. Changing the blower knob to any other
blower setting will cause the rear system to switch
to manual mode Ú page 59.
REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Turn the rear temperature knob to adjust the
temperature.
Turn the knob to the right (clockwise) to
raise the temperature.
Turn the knob to the left
(counterclockwise) to lower the
temperature.
The rear temperature setting is displayed in the
control head.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
Turn the rear blower knob to regulate the
amount of air forced through the system
in any mode you select. The blower speed
increases as you move the knob
clockwise from the off position. The rear blower
setting is displayed in the control head.
REAR MODE CONTROL
Turn the rear mode knob to adjust airflow
distribution. The rear mode settings are
displayed in the control head. The rear
airflow distribution mode can be
adjusted so air comes from the headliner outlets,
the floor outlets, or both.
HEADLINER MODE
Air comes from the outlets in the
headliner. Each of these outlets can be
individually adjusted to direct the flow of
air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets to
one side will shut off the airflow.
BI-LEVEL MODE
Air comes from both the headliner outlets
and the floor outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level mode
is designed to provide cooler air out of the head -
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
FLOOR MODE
Air comes from the floor outlets.
REAR TEMPERATURE LOCK

The Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the
control head is illuminated when the rear
controls are locked by the front system.

Rear Lock

Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on the
Uconnect touchscreen, illuminates a lock symbol in
the rear display. The rear temperature and air source
are controlled from the front Uconnect system.

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