Dodge 2000 DURANGO User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
2000
DURANGO
To order the special service tools used and
illustrated, please refer to the instructions on
inside back cover.
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FOREWORD
The information contained in this service manual has been prepared for the professional automotive tech-
nician involved in daily repair operations. Information describing the operation and use of standard and
optional equipment is included in the Owner’s Manual provided with the vehicle.
Information in this manual is divided into groups. These groups contain general information, diagnosis,
testing, adjustments, removal, installation, disassembly, and assembly procedures for the systems and compo-
nents. To assist in locating a group title page, use the Group Tab Locator on the following page. The solid bar
after the group title is aligned to a solid tab on the first page of each group. The first page of the group has
a contents section that lists major topics within the group. If you are not sure which Group contains the infor-
mation you need, look up the Component/System in the alphabetical index located in the rear of this manual.
A Service Manual Comment form is included at the rear of this manual. Use the form to provide
DaimlerChrysler Corporation with your comments and suggestions.
Tightening torques are provided as a specific value throughout this manual. This value represents the
midpoint of the acceptable engineering torque range for a given fastener application. These torque values are
intended for use in service assembly and installation procedures using the correct OEM fasteners. When
replacing fasteners, always use the same type (part number) fastener as removed.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation reserves the right to change testing procedures, specifications, diagnosis,
repair methods, or vehicle wiring at any time without prior notice or incurring obligation.
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GROUP TAB LOCATOR
Introduction
0Lubrication and Maintenance
2Suspension
3Differential and Driveline
5Brakes
7Cooling System
8A Battery
8B Starting Systems
8C Charging System
8D Ignition System
8E Instrument Panel Systems
8F Audio Systems
8G Horn Systems
8H Speed Control System
8J Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Systems
8K Wiper and Washer Systems
8L Lamps
8M Passive Restraint Systems
8N Electrically Heated Systems
8O Power Distribution System
8P Power Lock Systems
8Q Vehicle Theft/Security Systems
8R Power Seat System
8S Power Window Systems
8T Power Mirror Systems
8U Chime/Buzzer Warning Systems
8V Overhead Console Systems
8W Wiring Diagrams
9Engine
11 Exhaust System
13 Frame and Bumpers
14 Fuel System
19 Steering
21 Transmission and Transfer Case
22 Tires and Wheels
23 Body
24 Heating and Air Conditioning
25 Emission Control Systems
Component and System Index
Service Manual Comment Forms (Rear of Manual)

INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
PLATE................................1
VEHICLE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL ......2
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS.................2
FASTENER IDENTIFICATION.................3
FASTENER USAGE ........................6
THREADED HOLE REPAIR ..................6
METRIC SYSTEM .........................6
TORQUE REFERENCES.....................6
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
PLATE
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is
attached to the top left side of the instrument panel
(Fig. 1). The VIN contains 17 characters that provide
data concerning the vehicle. Refer to the decoding
chart to determine the identification of a vehicle.
Fig. 1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
1 – VIN
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VIN DECODING INFORMATION
POSITION INTERPRETATION CODE = DESCRIPTION
1 Country of Origin 1= USA
2 Make B = Dodge
3 Vehicle Type 4 = Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle
4 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating H = 6001-7000 lbs.
5 Vehicle Line R = Durango 4x2
S = Durango 4x4
6 Series 2 = Durango
7 Body Style 8 = Sport Utility 4 Door
8 Engine N=4.7L Y=5.2L
Z=5.9L
9 Check Digit
10 Model Year Y=2000
11 Assembly Plant F = Newark Assembly
12 Thru 17 Vehicle Build Sequence Assembly Sequence
VEHICLE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL
A vehicle safety certification label (Fig. 2) is
attached to every DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehi-
cle. The label certifies that the vehicle conforms to all
applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
The label also lists:
•Month and year of vehicle manufacture.
•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The gross
front and rear axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) are
based on a minimum rim size and maximum cold tire
inflation pressure.
•Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
•Type of vehicle.
•Type of rear wheels.
•Bar code.
•Month, Day and Hour (MDH) of final assembly.
•Paint and Trim codes.
•Country of origin.
The label is located on the driver-side door shut-
face.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
DESCRIPTION
The graphic symbols illustrated in the following
International Control and Display Symbols Chart are
used to identify various instrument controls. The
symbols correspond to the controls and displays that
are located on the instrument panel.
Fig. 2 Vehicle Safety Certification Label—Typical
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

FASTENER IDENTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION
GRADE/CLASS IDENTIFICATION
The SAE bolt strength grades range from grade 2
to grade 8. The higher the grade number, the greater
the bolt strength. Identification is determined by the
line marks on the top of each bolt head. The actual
bolt strength grade corresponds to the number of line
marks plus 2. The most commonly used metric bolt
strength classes are 9.8 and 10.9. The metric
strength class identification number is imprinted on
the head of the bolt. The higher the class number,
the greater the bolt strength. Some metric nuts are
imprinted with a single-digit strength class on the
nut face. Refer to the Fastener Identification and
Fastener Strength Charts.
1 High Beam 13 Rear Window Washer
2 Fog Lamps 14 Fuel
3 Headlamp, Parking Lamps, Panel Lamps 15 Engine Coolant Temperature
4 Turn Warning 16 Battery Charging Condition
5 Hazard Warning 17 Engine Oil
6 Windshield Washer 18 Seat Belt
7 Windshield Wiper 19 Brake Failure
8 Windshield Wiper and Washer 20 Parking Brake
9 Windscreen Demisting and Defrosting 21 Front Hood
10 Ventilating Fan 22 Rear hood (Decklid)
11 Rear Window Defogger 23 Horn
12 Rear Window Wiper 24 Lighter
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

FASTENER IDENTIFICATION
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

FASTENER STRENGTH
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

FASTENER USAGE
WARNING: USE OF AN INCORRECT FASTENER
MAY RESULT IN COMPONENT DAMAGE OR PER-
SONAL INJURY.
Figure art, specifications and torque references in
this Service Manual are identified in metric and SAE
format.
During any maintenance or repair procedures, it is
important to salvage all fasteners (nuts, bolts, etc.)
for reassembly. If the fastener is not salvageable, a
fastener of equivalent specification must be used.
THREADED HOLE REPAIR
Most stripped threaded holes can be repaired using
a Helicoilt. Follow the manufactures recommenda-
tions for application and repair procedures.
METRIC SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The metric system is based on quantities of one,
ten, one hundred, one thousand and one million.
The following chart will assist in converting metric
units to equivalent English and SAE units, or vise
versa.
CONVERSION FORMULAS AND EQUIVALENT VALUES
MULTIPLY BY TO GET MULTIPLY BY TO GET
in-lbs x 0.11298 = Newton Meters (N·m) N·m x 8.851 = in-lbs
ft-lbs x 1.3558 = Newton Meters (N·m) N·m x 0.7376 = ft-lbs
Inches Hg
(60° F) x 3.377 = Kilopascals (kPa) kPa x 0.2961 = Inches Hg
psi x 6.895 = Kilopascals (kPa) kPa x 0.145 = psi
Inches x 25.4 = Millimeters (mm) mm x 0.03937 = Inches
Feet x 0.3048 = Meters (M) M x 3.281 = Feet
Yards x 0.9144 = Meters M x 1.0936 = Yards
mph x 1.6093 = Kilometers/Hr. (Km/h) Km/h x 0.6214 = mph
Feet/Sec x 0.3048 = Meters/Sec (M/S) M/S x 3.281 = Feet/Sec
mph x 0.4470 = Meters/Sec (M/S) M/S x 2.237 = mph
Kilometers/
Hr. (Km/h) x 0.27778 = Meters/Sec (M/S) M/S x 3.600 Kilometers/Hr. (Km/h)
COMMON METRIC EQUIVALENTS
1 inch = 25 Millimeters 1 Cubic Inch = 16 Cubic Centimeters
1 Foot = 0.3 Meter 1 Cubic Foot = 0.03 Cubic Meter
1 Yard = 0.9 Meter 1 Cubic Yard = 0.8 Cubic Meter
1 Mile = 1.6 Kilometers
Refer to the Metric Conversion Chart to convert
torque values listed in metric Newton- meters (N·m).
Also, use the chart to convert between millimeters
(mm) and inches (in.)
TORQUE REFERENCES
DESCRIPTION
Individual Torque Charts appear at the end of
many Groups. Refer to the Standard Torque Specifi-
cations Chart for torque references not listed in the
individual torque charts.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)