2015 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 460

458 STARTING AND OPERATING to "All-Wheel Drive Operation" in "Starting and Operating" for further information. Do not shift to a lower Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in (51 gear than necessary to maintain forward motion. Overcm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will effects. Maximum speed in 20 in (51 cm) of water is less be lost. than 5 mph (8 km/h). Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, beMaintenance cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle control. fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle, transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- Hill Climbing nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance) NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre- conditions at the crest and/or on the other side. vent component damage. Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand lower gear and shift the transfer case to LOW. Use first In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional gear and LOW for very steep hills. Standing Water control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low If you stall or begin to lose forward motion while gear and shift the transfer case to LOW if necessary. Refer climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine,