A 2017 Dodge Durango dashboard-light guide identifies three warnings: airbag, anti-lock brake (ABS) and battery charge. It describes the airbag symbol as showing an airbag deploying in front of a passenger. The guide excerpt does not, however, provide the exact meaning, fault cause or response procedure for the ABS and battery-charge warnings. This is therefore a limited reference, not a complete chart of every Durango dashboard icon.
The reference is a 2017 Dodge Durango dashboard-light guide. Dashboard equipment and symbol details can vary by model year and vehicle configuration, so it should not be treated as confirmation of the icons fitted to a 2018 Durango or any other model year. Always check the owner’s manual for your exact vehicle.
Dodge Durango dashboard symbols identified by the 2017 guide
| Warning named in the guide | What the guide confirms | What the guide does not confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag warning | The symbol is described as an airbag deploying in front of a passenger. | The excerpt does not explain the cause of the warning, diagnose a fault or give a response procedure. |
| Anti-lock brake (ABS) warning | The guide names an anti-lock brake warning. | The excerpt does not explain its precise meaning, cause, urgency or recommended action. |
| Battery-charge warning | The guide names a battery-charge warning. | The excerpt does not identify a cause, confirm whether the battery or alternator is at fault, or state what action is required. |
Identifying a warning symbol is not the same as diagnosing the underlying fault. In particular, a battery-charge warning by itself does not prove that either the battery or alternator has failed. For general background, see how alternator symptoms can differ from battery problems.
What if the symbol is on a 2018 Durango?
The available guide covers the 2017 Durango and does not verify the exact symbols or equipment on a 2018 model. If you own a 2018 Durango, or a Durango from another year, compare the illuminated icon and any accompanying message with the owner’s manual for that exact model year and configuration. Do not assume that a symbol has the same meaning across every Durango.
It is also unwise to identify a warning from its colour alone. This guide does not establish the colours used for each symbol or explain what a particular colour means across every Durango configuration.
What does the lightning-bolt symbol mean on a Dodge Durango?
The available Durango reference does not identify or explain a lightning-bolt dashboard symbol. Its meaning, underlying cause and effect on drivability cannot be confirmed here. Check the owner’s manual for the exact model year and, if the symbol remains unidentified, arrange qualified diagnosis through a suitable technician or Dodge service provider.
Which Durango warning light is the most serious?
The available information does not rank Durango warning lights by severity or provide instructions for deciding whether a particular warning requires stopping. Do not assume that an illuminated warning is harmless or that the vehicle is safe to drive. Follow the instructions for the exact symbol and any accompanying message in the owner’s manual. If you cannot identify the warning or its required response, seek qualified advice rather than relying on a guess.
How to identify an unfamiliar Durango dashboard icon
- Note the exact shape of the symbol and any message shown in the instrument display. A clear photograph can help when checking the manual or seeking assistance.
- Use the owner’s manual for the Durango’s precise model year and configuration. The 2017 guide is useful limited context, but it does not establish meanings for every year.
- Keep identification separate from diagnosis. A warning may relate to a vehicle system, but the icon alone does not confirm which component has failed.
- Once the exact-year manual identifies the warning, follow that manual’s instructions. For example, if it specifically confirms an oil-pressure warning, see what to do if the oil-pressure warning is confirmed. Do not use an oil-pressure guide to identify an unknown icon.
Does this guide cover Ram, Chrysler or every car dashboard?
No. This article is limited to the 2017 Dodge Durango reference and the three warnings it names. It does not establish dashboard-symbol meanings for Dodge Ram or Ram 1500 models, Chrysler vehicles generally, or all cars, and it does not verify a Chrysler- or Ram-specific PDF. Owners of those vehicles should consult the manual for their exact model and year rather than transferring Durango meanings to another vehicle.