2008 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 415
2008 Dodge Durango Manual
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be encountered in some off-highway types of service, will require draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage. Rear Axle Rear Axle fluid levels should be 7/8 in. (22mm) +/- 1/4 in. (6 mm) below the fill hole for 8 1/4 in., and 9 1/4 in. axles should be 1 5/8 in (31mm) +/- 1/4 in. (6 mm) Front Axle Front Axle fluid level should be 3/4 in. (20 mm) +/- 1/4 in. (6 mm) below the level of the fill hole. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. 7