Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
When the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, the last displayed temperature reading stays in the thermometer unit memory. When the
ignition switch is turned to the On position again, the thermometer will display the memory temperature if the engine coolant temperature is above
about 52°C (125°F). If the engine coolant temperature is below about 52°C (125°F), the thermometer will display the actual temperature sensed
by the ambient temperature sensor. The thermometer temperature display update interval varies with the vehicle speed.
The thermometer function is supported by an ambient temperature sensor. The sensor is mounted outside the passenger compartment near the front
and center of the vehicle, and is hard wired to the module. The ambient temperature sensor is available as a separate service item.
The thermometer, compass, and trip computer display module cannot be repaired, and are only available for service as a unit. If faulty or damaged,
the complete module must be replaced.
Reading And Courtesy Lamp
All reading and courtesy lamps located in the overhead console are activated by the door ajar switches. When the doors are closed, the lamps can
be individually activated by depressing the corresponding lens.
When a door is open, depressing the lamp lens switches will not turn the lamps off.
The reading and courtesy lamp housing, lamp lens, bulb holders, and bulbs are available for service replacement. The reading and courtesy lamp
switches are only available as part of the overhead console wire harness. If either switch is faulty or damaged, the wire harness and both switches
must be replaced.
Garage Door Opener Storage Bin
A compartment in the overhead console is designed to hold most garage door opener remote control transmitters. The transmitter is mounted
within the compartment with an adhesive-backed hook and loop fastener patch.
With the transmitter mounted in the storage bin, adapter pegs located on the front of the storage bin door are selected and mounted on one of
several posts near the center of the storage bin door. The peg(s) selected and/or the post must be long enough to depress the button of the
transmitter when the garage door opener storage bin door is depressed.
The pegs may be stacked, if necessary. Refer to the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for more information.
A transmitter mounting kit including the adhesive- backed hook and loop fastener material and a selection of pegs is available for service. The
garage door opener storage bin door assembly is also available for service replacement.
Sunglasses Storage Bin
A sunglasses storage bin is included in the overhead console. The interior of the bin is lined with a foam rubber padding material to protect the
sunglasses from being scratched. This bin features dampening springs on the hinges for a smooth opening action.
The sunglasses storage bin door assembly is available for service replacement.
