Target Audience:
DIY owners, home mechanics, and professional technicians servicing the 2004 Durango
Segment:
Full-size SUV, offered in SXT, SLT, and Limited trims
Primary Use Case:
Engine, drivetrain, chassis, electrical, and body repair procedures
Key Advantage:
Complete factory-level service data in a single searchable PDF, no subscription required
Compared to Print Manuals:
Instant download, searchable text, printable pages, no shipping cost
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Manual Type:
Factory-style service and repair manual
Device Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, tablet, and smartphone PDF viewers
Printing:
Print any page or section as needed for shop use
Search:
Fully searchable text with bookmarked sections
Engine:
3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, and 5.7L HEMI V8 — complete mechanical rebuild and repair
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, removal, overhaul, and adjustment
Transfer Case:
Four-wheel drive transfer case service and repair
Front and Rear Axles:
Differential removal, disassembly, rebuild, and specifications
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, disc and drum brakes, ABS, and parking brake
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, and wheel alignment
Steering:
Power steering gear, pump, and linkage service
Heating and Air Conditioning:
HVAC system, blower, and refrigerant service
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, connectors, charging, starting, and lighting systems
Body and Frame:
Panels, bumpers, doors, interior trim, and frame dimensions
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based troubleshooting and fault code diagnosis
Scheduled Maintenance:
Lubrication, fluid, and filter service procedures and intervals
Engine Repair:
Cylinder head, timing chain, and in-vehicle and complete overhaul procedures
Torque Specifications:
Fastener torque values throughout all chapters
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete schematic diagrams for all electrical circuits
Special Tools:
Required special tool listings and alternatives where applicable
Detail Level:
Factory service manual level, written for trained technicians
Illustrations:
Exploded views, schematics, and step-by-step photos and line drawings
Specifications:
Full tables of clearances, pressures, capacities, and tolerances
Parts Identification:
Exploded views with part names for identification
Part Numbers:
Referenced where provided in factory data
Fluid Capacities:
Oil, coolant, transmission, and differential capacities included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Base Engine:
3.7L PowerTech V6
Optional Engines:
4.7L PowerTech V8 and 5.7L HEMI V8
Configuration:
90-degree V6 / 90-degree V8, OHV (3.7L) and OHV (4.7L) / pushrod HEMI (5.7L)
3.7L V6 Output:
Approximately 210 hp
4.7L V8 Output:
Approximately 235 hp
5.7L HEMI V8 Output:
Approximately 335 hp with MDS (Multi-Displacement System)
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded; mid-grade recommended for HEMI under heavy load
Type:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 27 gallons
Standard Transmission:
4-speed automatic (3.7L V6 models)
Optional Transmission:
5-speed automatic with 4.7L and 5.7L HEMI engines
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive or part-time four-wheel drive
5-Speed Automatic:
545RFE transmission with electronically controlled shifting
Transfer Case:
NV140 (single speed, AWD on some models) or NV231HD / NV241 two-speed, shift-on-the-fly
Wheelbase:
Approximately 119.2 inches
Overall Length:
Approximately 200.8 inches
Seating Capacity:
Up to 8 passengers with third-row seat
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,600–5,100 lb depending on engine and drivetrain
Towing Capacity:
Up to approximately 8,700 lb when properly equipped (5.7L HEMI)
Airbags:
Front driver and passenger airbags
Side Airbags:
Optional side curtain airbags on some trims
Structure:
Reinforced safety-cage body structure
ABS:
Four-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction Control:
Available low-speed traction control
Brake Assist:
N/A - not specified for this model
NHTSA Crash Test Data:
Refer to official NHTSA records for model-specific ratings
Engine Oil and Filter:
Approximately every 3,000–6,000 miles depending on driving conditions
Tire Rotation:
Every 6,000 miles
Spark Plugs:
Per factory schedule; platinum plugs on 4.7L and HEMI have extended intervals
Coolant:
Long-life coolant, inspect at scheduled intervals and replace per service schedule
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect regularly; replace per severe/normal service schedule
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 for 3.7L and 4.7L; 5W-20 for 5.7L HEMI
Coolant:
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) coolant
Automatic Transmission:
Mopar ATF+4 (MS-9602)
Differential / Transfer Case:
Mopar gear lubricant per manual specification
Known Issues:
2004 model year ball joint and front end component wear is common at higher mileage
Watch Points:
Inspect exhaust manifold bolts and intake gaskets on 4.7L; monitor HEMI MDS operation
Brakes:
Heavy vehicle weight increases brake pad and rotor wear under towing use
Manufacturer:
Dodge, a division of DaimlerChrysler (Chrysler Group) at time of production
Nameplate Origin:
Durango introduced in 1998 as a mid-size SUV based on the Dakota pickup
2004 Redesign:
Second generation launched with all-new larger body, new frame-derived platform shared with the Ram pickup
Growth:
Longer wheelbase and third-row seating added for 2004; HEMI V8 newly available
Assembly Location:
Newark, Delaware, USA