Dodge Durango SRT (2019 year). Instruction — part 4

NOTE:
• The head restraints should only be removed by qualified

technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the
head restraints require removal, see an authorized
dealer.

• In the event of deployment of an Active Head Restraint,

refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems/Resetting Active
Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Safety” for further informa-
tion.

Active Head Restraint (Normal Position)

Active Head Restraint (Tilted)

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WARNING!

• All occupants, including the driver, should not oper-

ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head
restraints are placed in their proper positions in
order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
of a collision.

• Do not place items over the top of the Active Head

Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD
players. These items may interfere with the opera-
tion of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a
collision and could result in serious injury or death.

• Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are

struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose
cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Active
Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured, as
loose cargo could contact the Active Head Restraint
during sudden stops. Failure to follow this warning
could cause personal injury if the Active Head Re-
straint is deployed.

Head Restraints — Rear Seats

The head restraints on the outboard seats are not adjust-
able. They automatically fold forward when the rear seat is
folded to a load floor position, but do not return to their
normal position when the rear seat is raised. After return-
ing either seat to its upright position, raise the head
restraint until it locks in place. The outboard head re-
straints are not removable.

The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift
upward on the head restraint to raise it or push downward
on the head restraint to lower it.

Rear Head Restraint

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WARNING!

Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered
position could result in serious injury or death in a
collision. Always make sure the outboard head re-
straints are in their upright positions when the seat is
to be occupied.

NOTE:

For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether, refer to

“Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for further infor-
mation.

Head Restraint Removal — Rear Seats

The center head restraint can be adjusted when occupied,
or removed for Child Seat Tethering. To remove the head
restraint, raise it as far as it can go by pulling upward.
Then, push the release button at the base of the post while
pulling the head restraint upward. To reinstall the head
restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and
push downward. Then, adjust the head restraint to the
appropriate height.

WARNING!

• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the

vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating
the vehicle or occupying a seat.

• Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered

position could result in serious injury or death in a
collision. Always make sure the outboard head re-
straints are in their upright positions when the seat is
to be occupied.

Center Head Restraint Release Button

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NOTE:

For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether, refer to

“Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for further infor-
mation.

WARNING!

• A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision

or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to
occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow re-
moved head restraints in a location outside the
occupant compartment.

• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the

vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating
the vehicle or occupying a seat.

Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints

For improved visibility when in reverse, the third row head
restraints can be folded using the Uconnect System.

Press the “Controls” button located on the bottom of the
Uconnect display.

Press the Headrest Fold button

to power fold the third

row head restraints.

NOTE:
• The head restraints can only be folded downward using

the Headrest Fold button. The head restraints must be
raised instructionly when occupying the third row.

• Do not fold if there are passengers seated in the third

row seats.

STEERING WHEEL

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward
or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the
steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering col-
umn lever is located below the multifunction lever on the
steering column.

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To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as
desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull
the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as
desired.

NOTE:

For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat,

you can use your key fob or the memory switch on the
driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steer-
ing column to pre-programmed positions. Refer to “Driver
Memory Seat” in this section for further information.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow
this warning may result in serious injury or death.

Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped

The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps
warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering
wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated
steering wheel has been turned on, it will stay on until the
operator turns it off. The heated steering wheel may not
turn on when it is already warm.

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

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The heated steering wheel control button is located on the
center of the instrument panel below the touchscreen and
within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.
• Push the heated steering wheel button

once to turn

the heating element on.

• Push the heated steering wheel button

a second time

to turn the heating element off.

NOTE:

The engine must be running for the heated steering

wheel to operate.

Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start

On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated
steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a
remote start.

This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin

because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,

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WARNING! (Continued)

spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care
when using the steering wheel heater. It may cause
burns even at low temperatures, especially if used
for long periods.

• Do not place anything on the steering wheel that

insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering
wheel covers of any type and material. This may
cause the steering wheel heater to overheat.

MIRRORS

Automatic Dimming Mirror

The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right
for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center
on the view through the rear window.

This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from
vehicles behind you.

NOTE:

The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled

when the vehicle is in REVERSE to improve rear view
viewing.

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You can turn the feature on or off by pushing the button at
the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate
to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.

Outside Mirrors

To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to
center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of
the view obtained on the inside mirror.

WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex
mirror will look smaller and farther away than they
really are. Relying too much on side convex mirrors
could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other
object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or
distance of a vehicle seen in a side convex mirror.

Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either
forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have
three detent positions:
• Full forward position
• Full rearward position
• Normal position

Automatic Dimming Mirror

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Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If Equipped

The outside mirrors will automatically adjust for glare
from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled by the
inside automatic dimming mirror. The mirrors will auto-
matically adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror
adjusts.

Power Mirrors

The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side
door trim panel.

The power mirror controls consist of mirror select buttons
and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror,
push the mirror select button for the mirror that you want
to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, push on any of
the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror
to move.

Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by
the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver
Memory Seat” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for
further information.

Power Mirror Switch

1 — Mirror Direction Control
2 — Mirror Selection

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Heated Mirrors — If Equipped

These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature will be activated whenever you turn on the

rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Climate
Controls” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.

Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse (Available With
Memory Seat Only) — If Equipped

Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse provides automatic outside
mirror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the
ground rearward of the front doors. Outside mirrors will
move slightly downward from the present position when
the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE. Outside mirrors will
then return to the original position when the vehicle is
shifted out of REVERSE position. Each stored memory seat
setting will have an associated Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse
position.

NOTE:

The Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse feature is not

turned on when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Side
Mirrors In Reverse feature can be turned on and off using
the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down one of the
visors.

Lift the cover to reveal the mirror. The light will turn on
automatically.

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped

The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for additional
flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2. Unclip the visor from the center clip.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

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3. Pivot the sun visor toward the side window.

4. Extend the sun visor blade for additional sun blockage.

NOTE:

The sun visor blade can also be extended while the

sun visor is against the windshield for additional sun
blockage through the front of the vehicle.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

Multifunction Lever

The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.

Headlight Switch

The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The headlight
switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking
lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and fog lights
(if equipped).

To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch
clockwise. When the headlight switch is on, the parking
lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel
lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate
the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.

Multifunction Lever

Headlight Switch

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NOTE:
• Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog

light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less sus-
ceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not
as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens
cleaning procedures must be followed.

• To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and

reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.

CAUTION!

Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents,
steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the
lenses.

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped

The Daytime Running Lights come on whenever the en-
gine is running, and the transmission is not in the PARK
position. The lights will remain on until the ignition is
switched to the OFF or ACC position or the parking brake
is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for normal
nighttime driving.

NOTE:

If allowed by law in the country in which the

vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be
turned on and off using the Uconnect System, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa-
tion.

High/Low Beam Switch

Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel
to switch the headlights to high beams. Pulling the multi-
function back toward the steering wheel will turn the low
beams back on, or shut the high beams off.

Automatic High Beam — If Equipped

The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system
provides increased forward lighting at night by automat-
ing high beam control through the use of a digital camera
mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This camera de-
tects vehicle specific light and automatically switches from
high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is
out of view.

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NOTE:
• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be

turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto High
Beam” within your Uconnect settings, as well as turning
the headlight switch to the AUTO position. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.

• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights

of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens
will cause the system to function improperly.

If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed to
ensure proper performance. See a local authorized dealer.

Flash-To-Pass

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This
will cause the high beam headlights to turn on, and remain
on, until the lever is released.

Automatic Headlights

This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on,
rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO
position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay
feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on
for up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition into the
OFF position. The headlight time delay can be pro-
grammed 0/30/60/90 seconds.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.

To turn the automatic system off, move the headlight
switch out of the AUTO position.

NOTE:

The engine must be running before the headlights

will come on in the automatic mode.

Parking Lights And Panel Lights

To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights,
rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the
parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O
(off) position.

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Headlights On Automatically With Wipers

If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it
also has this customer-programmable feature. When your
headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is
running, they will automatically turn on when the wiper
system is on. This feature is programmable through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.

NOTE:

When your headlights come on during the day-

time, the vehicle will monitor outside brightness and
decide if the instrument panel needs to be dimmed or not.
Refer to “Interior Lights” in “Getting To Know Your
Vehicle” for further information.

Headlight Delay

To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for
approximately 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the
ignition is turned OFF while the headlight switch is on, and
then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can
be cancelled by either turning the headlight switch on then
off, or by turning the ignition ON.

NOTE:

The headlight delay time is programmable through

the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.

Lights-On Reminder

If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on
after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when
the driver’s door is opened.

Fog Lights — If Equipped

The fog lights are turned on by rotating the headlight
switch to the parking light or headlight position and
pushing in the headlight rotary control.

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The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are
on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. An
indicator light located in the instrument cluster display
will illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights
will turn off when the switch is pushed a second time,
when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or
the high beam is selected.

Turn Signals

Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows
on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.

NOTE:

If either light remains on and does not flash, or

there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside
light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defec-
tive.

When the Daytime Running Lights are on and a turn signal
is activated, the Daytime Running Lamp will turn off on
the side of the vehicle in which the turn signal is flashing.
The Daytime Running Lamp will turn back on when the
turn signal is turned off.

Lane Change Assist — If Equipped

Tap the multifunction lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or
left) will flash three times then automatically turn off.

Battery Saver

To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding
is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.

If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for 10 minutes
or the dimmer control is rotated all the way up to the dome
on position for 10 minutes, the interior lights will automati-
cally turn off.

Fog Light Operation

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NOTE:

Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is

ON.

If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled OFF,
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 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

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Front Map/Reading Lights — If 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 night time visibility.

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 Lights

Front Map/Reading Light Switches

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