Dodge Durango 2015, Operating Information Manual

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If the “SERVICE POWER STEER-
ING” message and a flashing icon
are displayed on the DID screen, it
indicates that the vehicle needs to
be taken to the dealer for service. It
is likely the vehicle has lost power steering
assistance. Refer to “Driver Information Display
(DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
If the “POWER STEERING HOT” message and
an icon are displayed on the DID screen, it
indicates that extreme steering maneuvers may
have occurred, which caused an over tempera-
ture condition in the power steering system. You
will lose power steering assistance momentarily
until the over temperature condition no longer
exists. Once driving conditions are safe, then
pull over and let vehicle idle for a few moments
until the light turns off. Refer to “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your In-
strument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
•
Even if power steering assistance is no
longer operational, it is still possible to
steer the vehicle. Under these conditions
there will be a substantial increase in
steering effort, especially at very low ve-
hicle speeds and during parking maneu-
vers.
•
If the condition persists, see your autho-
rized dealer for service.
5.7L Engine
The standard power steering system will give
you good vehicle response and increased ease
of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system
will provide mechanical steering capability if
power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is inter-
rupted, it will still be possible to steer your
vehicle. Under these conditions, you will ob-
serve a substantial increase in steering effort,
especially at very low vehicle speeds and dur-
ing parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
•
Increased noise levels at the end of the
steering wheel travel are considered nor-
mal and do not indicate that there is a
problem with the power steering system.
•
Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the
power steering pump may make noise for
a short amount of time. This is due to the
cold, thick fluid in the steering system.
This noise should be considered normal,
and it does not in any way damage the
steering system.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power
steering assist could pose a safety risk to
yourself and others. Service should be ob-
tained as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system
at the end of the steering wheel travel will
increase the steering fluid temperature and it
should be avoided when possible. Damage
to the power steering pump may occur.
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