2009 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 422

420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Damage may result from operation of the vehicle with low transfer case fluid. Drain And Refill Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" in Section 8 for proper maintenance intervals. Lubricant Selection Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in this section for the correct fluid type. Axles Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in this section for the correct fluid type. Drain And Refill Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" in Section 8 for proper maintenance intervals. 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 (22 mm) +/1/4 in (6 mm) below the fill hole for 8 1/4 in (21 cm) and 9 1/4 (23 cm) in axles should be 1 5/8 in (31 mm) +/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