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Page 1 R A M T R U C K 2 0 1 5 1 5 0 0 / 2 5 0 0 / 3 5 0 0 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
- all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. RAM is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions operating procedures that could result in a collision or are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for bodily injury.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 frame and underbody as well as the Automobile Infor- VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ....21 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....28 WINDOWS ......46 ▫...
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Vehicle ......115 The Vehicle .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system consists of a either a bladed key with an immobilizer chip in it, or a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an Ignition Node Module (IGNM).
Page 15: Keyless Push Button Ignition - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Push Button Ignition — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment. The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating positions;...
Page 16: Key Fob
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob NOTE: When using the emergency key to gain access to your vehicle, be aware that the security alarm may be Key Fob — If Equipped triggered. Insert the Key Fob into the ignition and place The Key Fob operates the ignition switch.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Keyless Push Button Ignition Key Fob — If Equipped To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the backside of the Key Fob sideways with your This Keyless Push Button Ignition Key Fob allows the thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Removing Key Fob From Ignition Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an automatic transmission). Turn the Key Fob to the OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. NOTE: •...
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer WARNING! to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your In- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the strument Panel” for further information. parking brake.
Page 20: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, in a location accessible to children, and do not a chime will sound to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 21: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 SENTRY KEY® During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 22: Replacement Keys
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 23: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Customer Key Programming VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors performed at an authorized dealer. and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Ve- hicle Security Alarm is activated, interior switches for General Information door locks are disabled.
Page 24: To Arm The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry To Arm The System Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter- N-Go™...
Page 25: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N- To Disarm The System Go™, insert a valid key into the ignition switch and The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of turn the key to the ON position.
Page 26: Security System Manual Override
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the “Dome ON”...
Page 27: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock all doors, tailgate, and the RamBox® (if equipped) as well as activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approxi- mately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held radio transmitter with integrated key.
Page 28: Remote Unlock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. NOTE: The EVIC/DID or Uconnect® Settings are setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all doors. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the...
Page 29: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter To Lock The Doors while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Security Alarm System.
Page 30: Using The Panic Alarm
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your In- you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a strument Panel”...
Page 31: Rke Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Vehicle) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 RKE Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Cancelling Remote Lowering Vehicle) — If Equipped Vehicle lowering can be cancelled at anytime. When vehicle lowering is cancelled, the vehicle will raise up to For easy entry and loading, your vehicle can be the next defined level and lock out the remote lowering lowered by pushing the Key Fob air suspension...
Page 32: Transmitter Battery Replacement
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 2. Separating RKE halves requires screw removal – if equipped, and gently prying the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. Emergency Key Removal Remove Screw From Transmitter Case...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Separating Transmitter Case Separating Transmitter Case...
Page 35: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • This device must accept any interference received, 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a including interference that may cause undesired op- solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the eration.
Page 36: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Doors closed REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED • Hood closed This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry • HAZARD switch off (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- • BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed) niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low WARNING! • Remote Start Cancelled — System Fault • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset confined area.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. will disable the one time push of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote •...
Page 39: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deactivated through the Uconnect® System. Refer to ”Customer Programmable Features” in “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information on Remote Start Comfort System operation.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The emergency key will unlock the driver door lock on WARNING! (Continued) your vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or WARNING! others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 41: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Power Door Locks — If Equipped accidentally locking your Key Fob in the vehicle. Remov- ing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim operate.
Page 42: Child-Protection Door Lock
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — If Child-Protection Door Lock Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in the The Automatic Doors Unlock feature can be enabled or rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle disabled as follows: have the Child-Protection Door Lock system.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade WARNING! screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks. When Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be Remember that the rear doors can only be opened opened by using the outside door handle even if the...
Page 44: Keyless Enter-N-Go
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle is unlocked by the Passive Entry Door KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ Handle, and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a security alarm.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all doors automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: • After pushing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 48: Windows
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS and on the rear doors of the Quad Cab and Crew Cab models. The windows will operate when the ignition Power Windows — If Equipped switch is turned to the ON/RUN or ACC position, and for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until a front door is opened.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Continued) (4-Door Models Driver And Front Passenger Door particularly unattended children, can become en- Only) — If Equipped trapped by the windows while operating the power Lift the window switch fully upward to the second window switches.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during the 2. Pull the window switch up to close the window auto-closure, it will reverse direction and then go back completely and continue to hold the switch up for an down.
Page 51: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun- roof opening to minimize the buffeting.
Page 52: Important Safety Precautions
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Important Safety Precautions restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older chil- dren who do not use child restraints or belt- Please pay close attention to the information in this positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled section.
Page 53: Seat Belt Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your Seat Belt Systems vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space on short trips.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System are buckled. The driver should instruct all other occu- (BeltAlert) pants to buckle their seat belts. If an outboard front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver 5 mph (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and and outboard front passenger (if equipped with out-...
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WARNING! Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more driver’s or outboard front passenger’s (if equipped with BeltAlert) seat belt remains unbuckled.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat injury in a collision.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far collision and leave you with no protection.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” across your hips, below your abdomen.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and 1. Remove the mini-latch and regular latch from its chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- stowed position on the seat. able and not resting on your neck.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Grasp the mini-latch plate and pull the seat belt over belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, pull on the the seat. lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch WARNING! plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 • If the mini-latch and mini-buckle are not properly degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- ton.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- To remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- the lap belt snug against the hips. Sit back and upright in sioners are single use items.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Regular Cab Quad Cab®/Mega Cab®/Crew Cab • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor...
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an WARNING! ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate an air bag.
Page 69: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! (Continued) Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking child restraints that have a harness for restraining Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) the child.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bags • Front And Side Impact Sensors — If Equipped • Seat Belt Pretenioners • Seat Belt Buckle Switch Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Operation WARNING! Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- • No objects should be placed over or near the air tional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Ad- bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, vanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk because any such objects could cause harm if the...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Knee Impact Bolsters over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- have deployed.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bags The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impact and certain rollover events, in Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags: addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the 1.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs may help reduce the risk of head injury to front (SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim and rear seat outboard occupants. SABICs may reduce covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to WARNING! activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right events. The Occupant Restraint Controller (“ORC”) de- termines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains a particular side impact or rollover event is appropriate,...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air WARNING! (Continued) Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit deploy at all.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- including some collisions at certain angles, or some side sioners as well as the SABs and SABICs on both sides of collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger the vehicle.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air carpet or gymnasium floor.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System System Reset Procedure In the event of an impact, if the communication network In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending functions after an event, the ignition switch must be on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or dealer service the air bag system immediately. it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags • Modifications to any part of the air bag system to protect you in a collision.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- WARNING! (Continued) formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to not function properly if modifications are made. vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Page 84: Child Restraints
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a Every state in the United States, and every Canadian non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by province, requires that small children ride in proper the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- restraint systems.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–732–8243.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Toddlers younger and who have not reached Restraint, facing rearward in the rear seat of the...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height directions exactly when installing an infant or allowed by the child seat. child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Quad Cab/Crew Cab Split Bench • Lower Anchorage Symbol - 2 anchorages per Regular Cab seating position • Lower Anchorage Symbol – 2 anchorages per •...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Quad Cab/Mega Cab/Crew Cab Full Bench • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Locating Tether Anchorages Regular Cab models have tether strap anchor- ages behind the front center and right seats. Quad Cab, Mega Cab and Crew Cab models have tether strap anchorages located behind each of the rear seats.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center Seat LATCH —...
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Center Seat LATCH — Quad Cab®/Mega To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint Cab®/Crew Cab Split Bench If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat the seat belt webbing or buckle for the outboard position, belt, following the instructions below.
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking straint.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Quad Cab®/Mega Cab®/Crew Cab • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Regular Cab • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • Cinch = Cinching Latch Plate •...
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt “click.”...
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. Anchorage If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt WARNING! path opening of the child restraint, you may have trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Regular and Mega Cab® Trucks: In the regular cab truck, the top tether anchorages are located behind the center and right passenger seats. In the mega cab truck, the top tether anchorages are located behind each rear seating position.
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchorage and the child seat. The tether strap should go between the head restraint posts underneath the head restraint. You may need to adjust the head restraint to the upward position to pass the tether strap underneath the head restraint and be- tween its posts.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Right or Left Outboard Seats: WARNING! 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. air bag.
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behind the child seat, though the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the center tether strap loop. Tether Strap Loop With Center Head Restraint In Raised Position 2.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see NOTE: If there are child seats in both of the outboard (left diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the and right) seating positions, the tether strap hooks of child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behind the child seat, though the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the right or left outboard tether strap loop. Tether Strap Loop With Head Restraint In Raised Position 2.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop (see Installing Three Child Restraints: diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the 1. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat. child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 114: Transporting Pets
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. • If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
Page 115: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 116: Safety Tips
114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can WARNING! eventually poison you.
Page 117: Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 118 116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your The light should come on and remain on for vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 119: The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top Tires of already installed floor mats. Additional floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
Page 120 118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause should be located and corrected immediately.
Page 121: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ... .138 MIRRORS ......126 ▫...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped ..144 ▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat ....161 ▫...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ....171 ▫ Windshield Washers ....178 ▫...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Accelerate For Passing ....188 ▫ ParkSense® Warning Display ... . .199 ▫...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ..215 ▫ Sunshade Operation....223 ▫...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped . .243 STORAGE ......234 ▫...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ▫ Locking Tailgate ..... .267 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS ....264 ▫...
Page 128: Mirrors
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. NOTE: The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is dis- abled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve rear view viewing.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other NOTE: The ASSIST and 9–1–1 features operate through the Uconnect® Access service. These buttons will only vehicle issues. operate as long as your Uconnect® Access service is 9-1-1 Call active.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 opera- the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 tor may be able to open a voice connection with the operator:...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) signal to initiate an emergency call. To avoid inter- • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., ference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system to fail, fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions never add aftermarket equipment (e.g., two-way or location), do not wait for voice contact from a...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you Call system capabilities. will not have 9-1-1 Call services. If the Rearview 9-1-1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mirror light is illuminated, have an authorized Mexico may not answer or respond to 9-1-1 system calls.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Wireless network congestion. Even if the 9-1-1 Call system is fully functional, factors beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent or stop the • Weather. 9-1-1 Call system operation. These include, but are not •...
Page 135: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View by the party responsible for compliance could void the Camera Display — If Equipped user’s authority to operate the equipment. A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle.
Page 136: Outside Mirrors
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated approach lights under the outside mirrors they can be turned off through the instrument cluster or the Uconnect® radio. For further information refer to “EVIC” or ”DID”...
Page 137: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Outside Mirrors Folding Feature CAUTION! All outside mirrors are designed to be able to be manu- It is recommended to fold the mirrors into the full ally folded both forward and rearward to prevent dam- rearward position to resist damage when entering a age.
Page 138: Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And Trailer Tow - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, this Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And feature can be programmed through the Uconnect® Trailer Tow — If Equipped system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understand- If equipped with power folding mirrors, they can be ing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • The mirrors come out of the unfolded position. • The mirrors shake and vibrate at normal driving speeds. To reset the power folding mirrors: Fold and unfold them by pushing the button (this may require multiple button pushes).
Page 140: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls 1 — Mirror Select Buttons 2 — Four-Way Mirror Control Switch Power Mirror Controls Location To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but-...
Page 141: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Using the mirror control switch, push on any of the four Heated Mirrors — If Equipped arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move. These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped).
Page 142: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror extra-wide loads.
Page 143: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for additional To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun.
Page 144: Seats
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with an eight-way power vehicle. driver’s seat. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch.
Page 146: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release CAUTION! the switch when the desired position is reached. Do not place any article under a power seat or WARNING! impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls.
Page 147: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may On some models, the front and rear seats may be be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions and switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the heated seat button a second time to turn WARNING! (Continued) the LO setting On. • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that • Press the heated seat button a third time to turn insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Rear Heated Seats On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped On models that are equipped with remote start, the with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these heated seats can be programed to come on during a seats are located on the rear of the center console.
Page 150: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The engine must be running for the heated seats to The front ventilated seats control buttons are located on operate. the center instrument panel below the climate controls. If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the front When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will ventilated seats control buttons are also located within provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
Page 151: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, this feature can be programmed through the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, this feature can be programmed through the Electronic Ve- hicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID).
Page 152: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. • Do not stand or lean in front of the seat while Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of actuating the handle.
Page 153: Mega Cab® Rear Seat Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Mega Cab® Rear Seat Features Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion. To adjust the seatback, lift upward on the handle, lean back on the seatback and when you reach the desired position, release the handle.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) — If Equipped 2. Fold the seatback forward. Both the left and right rear seatbacks can be folded down and used as a table. To fold down either rear seatback: 1.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Folding Rear Seat — If Equipped To fold either rear seat flat: Both the outboard rear seats will drop and move forward 1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of either when the seatback is folded flat.
Page 156: Head Restraints
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An improperly latched seat could cause serious in- jury or death. Make sure that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 posts into the holes then adjust it to the appropriate WARNING! height. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly installed and adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat. Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE push the adjustment button located on the base of the WARNING! head restraint and push downward on the head restraint. • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment button sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or and the release button while pulling upward on the death to occupants of the vehicle.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: • The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab and Quad Cab) has only one adjustment position that is used to aid in the routing of a tether. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 160: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals (if equipped) and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 161: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry ences (seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals and radio Transmitter To Memory station presets). Your RKE transmitters can be programmed to recall one of two pre-programmed memory profiles by pushing the 3.
Page 162: Memory Position Recall
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understand- NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your ing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. memory settings by pushing the SET (S) button, and within 10 seconds, followed by pushing the UNLOCK To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 163: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Driver One Memory Position Recall A recall can be cancelled by pushing any of the MEMORY buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). When a recall is • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the cancelled, the driver’s seat, and the power pedals (if memory switch, push MEMORY button number 1 on equipped) stop moving.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy previously set position when you place the ignition Entry and Easy Exit position. into the ACC or RUN position.
Page 165: To Open And Close The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released. before raising the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. Safety Latch Location (1500 Series Shown) Hood Release...
Page 166: Lights
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! The headlight switch is located on the left side of the To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center light switch controls the operation of the headlights, of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 167: Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog CAUTION! light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 168: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. To turn the automatic headlights off, turn the This system automatically turns the headlights on or off headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
Page 169: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, this Headlight Delay feature can be programmed through the Electronic Ve- To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a hicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for Display (DID).
Page 170: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If turned on or off using the Electronic Vehicle Informa- Equipped tion Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system (EVIC)”...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp 2. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed position. to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized 3.
Page 172: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Lights And Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position. Fog Lights —...
Page 173: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after high beam is selected.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The brightness of the instrument panel as well as the ambient lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control right (brighter) or left (dimmer). When the head- lights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odometer, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to the right until you hear a click.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pushing on the corresponding lens. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 176: Cargo Light
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Cargo Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The cargo light is turned on by pushing on the cargo light feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- button.
Page 177: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 178: Lane Change Assist
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel.
Page 179: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past Windshield Wipers the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent multifunction lever.
Page 180: Windshield Washers
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers. To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to WARNING! the second detent. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wiper will operate for two to three cycles after the washer Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield knob is released from this position.
Page 181: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, this pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the feature can be programmed through the Electronic Ve- windshield.
Page 182: Tilt Steering Column
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the NOTE: ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEU- • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the TRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
Page 183: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the WARNING! steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Release the lever to lock the steering column firmly in Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- place.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The heated steering wheel control button is located on Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start the center of the instrument panel below the climate On models that are equipped with remote start, the controls. heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the heated during a remote start.
Page 185: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 and clutch pedals (if equipped) to move toward or away WARNING! from the driver to provide improved position with the • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin steering wheel. because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in to return the adjustable pedals to pre-programmed REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- positions. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Under- tem is on.
Page 187: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Electronic Speed Control Switches 1 —...
Page 188: To Activate
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 189: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 To Deactivate The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with-...
Page 190: To Accelerate For Passing
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Page 191: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
Page 192: Parksense® Sensors
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID) indicating Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display the vehicle speed is too fast. The system will become (DID) Settings” in Understanding Your Instrument active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds Panel”...
Page 193: Parksense® Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 ParkSense® Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone Fast Tone...
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance...
Page 196: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Chime Second Tone None 4th Solid Solid Flashing Flashing Radio Volume Reduced NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Informa- if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. tion Display (DID).
Page 197: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 approximately five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display System (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park further information.
Page 198: Cleaning The Parksense® System
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS ParkSense® System Usage Precautions appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center NOTE: (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID) make sure • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/ bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense®...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense® radio when it is sounding a tone. should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 200: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
Page 201: Parksense® Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 ParkSense® can be active only when the shift lever is in (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal REVERSE or DRIVE. If ParkSense® is enabled at one of direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- these shift lever positions, the system will remain active tion of the obstacle.
Page 202: Parksense® Display
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver Information Display (DID) Settings” in Under- ParkSense® Display standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. The warning display will turn ON indicating the system The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Sound and Display is selected.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79...
Page 204: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Center (EVIC)” or “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- ParkSense® will turn off the Front Park Assist audible formation. alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when an obstacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear brake pedal is applied.
Page 205: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the Front Service The ParkSense® Park Assist System or Rear system is disabled, the EVIC/DID will display the During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® System FRONT PARKSENSE OFF or REAR PARKSENSE OFF has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster message for five seconds, followed by a car graphic with...
Page 206: Cleaning The Parksense® System
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE arc alerts for the side that is functioning properly. These If the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE- arc alerts will interrupt the PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- QUIRED message appears in the EVIC/DID, see an ABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS , PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- authorized dealer.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • When you turn Front or Rear ParkSense® off, the Failure to do so can result in the system not working instrument cluster will display “FRONT PARKSENSE properly. The ParkSense® system might not detect an OFF”...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. obstructions, and blind spots before backing up.
Page 209: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera EQUIPPED delay turned ON), The rear camera image will be dis- played for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of RE- Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView®...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The following table shows the approximate distances for CAUTION! each zone: • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Zones Distance to the rear of the vehicle be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path.
Page 211: Overhead Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console is located on the headliner above the review mirror. The overhead console contains the following features: • Courtesy/Reading Lights • Power Sunroof Switch — If Equipped •...
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pushing on the corresponding lens. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 213: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 214: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Only use this transceiver with a garage door WARNING! opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required • Your motorized door or gate will open and close by federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982.
Page 215: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON/RUN Programming A Rolling Code position and push and hold the two outside HomeLink® For programming garage door openers that were manu- buttons (I and III) for up to 20 seconds. The Electronic factured after 1995.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program. 3. Push and hold the Homelink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand - held transmitter button.
Page 217: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 attached to the garage door opener/device motor. Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- (Rolling Code) ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, there may be a light that blinks when the garage door follow these steps: opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. The EVIC/DID will display “CHANNEL # TRANS- 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 MIT.”...
Page 219: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- For vehicle’s equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, place ming A Non-Rolling Code” step 2 and follow all the ignition in the RUN position with the Engine ON. remaining steps.
Page 220: Using Homelink
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. 3. Without releasing button proceed with The EVIC/DID will display “CHANNEL # TRANS- “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and MIT.” If the device is plugged in and activates, pro- follow all remaining steps.
Page 221: Troubleshooting Tips
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Interactive Display (DID) will display “CLEARING If you have any problems, or require assistance, please CHANNELS.” Release the buttons when the EVIC/DID call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at displays “CHANNELS CLEARED.” HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 222: General Information
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- these safety features. Call toll-free 800-355-3515 or, pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- on the Internet at HomeLink.com for safety infor- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 WARNING! (Continued) accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Page 224: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode position. The sunroof will open fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Open”. During Express To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch to full open.
Page 225: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Push and hold close switch to fully close sunroof.
Page 226: Ignition Off Operation
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Off Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the turned to the LOCK position.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • Lower left and lower right of the center stack when The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations: equipped with a bench seat. CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Center console when equipped with bucket seats. • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment — if equipped. Power Outlet — Center Console Power Outlet — Upper Lid...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 • Rear of the center console storage compartment — Quad Cab® or Crew Cab. Power Outlet — Rear Center Console Fuse Power Outlet — Rear Center Console...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply power when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tions. All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Page 231: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw A removable cigar lighter and ash receiver are available. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 232: Power Inverter - If Equipped
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED A 115 Volt (150 Watts Maximum) outlet is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, to the right of the radio. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
Page 233: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
Page 234: Cupholders
NOTE: Holding last state conditions are met when switch type is set to latching and power source is set to ignition. For further information on using the auxiliary switches, please refer to the Ram Body Builders Guide by accessing www.rambodybuilder.com and choosing the appropriate links.
Page 235: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Rear Cupholders — If Equipped Mounted Shifter Some vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders located For vehicles equipped with bucket seats there are two in the center armrest. cupholders located in the floor console.
Page 236: Storage
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cup Wells Glove Compartment STORAGE 1 — Upper Glove Compartment 2 — Lower Glove Compartment Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 To open the upper glove compartment push upward on To open the lower glove compartment, pull on the handle the handle release. The glove compartment door will to release the latch and lower the glove compartment automatically open.
Page 238: Door Storage
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Rear Door Storage — If Equipped Storage compartments are located in both the driver and Front Door Storage — If Equipped passenger rear door trim panels. Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) are located in the door trim panels.
Page 239: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped WARNING! The center storage compartment is located between the • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle provides an armrest and contains both and upper and operation, or a collision.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Bin With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to WARNING! open the lower storage bin. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision.
Page 241: Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped To open in-floor storage bin, lift upward on the handle of the latch and open the lid. In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second row seats and can be used for extra storage.
Page 242: Seatback Storage
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seatback Storage Storage (Regular Cab) Located in the back of both the driver and passenger The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs front seats are pockets that can be used for storage. the length of the cab.
Page 243: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Storage and Seats (Crew Cab) CAUTION! The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under Always lift the storage compartment lids by using the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com- the handle.
Page 244: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab REAR WINDOW FEATURES Models) Rear Window Defroster Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind The rear window defroster button is located on the rear seat.
Page 245: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped CAUTION! The switch for the power sliding rear window is located Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to on the overhead console. the heating elements: •...
Page 246: Manual Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped Unfolding The Load Floor/Quad Cab® A locking device in the center of the window helps to 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until Unfolding The Load Floor/Crew Cab® the load floor unfolds into position. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Load Floor In Open Position Load Floor Legs In Stowed Position 3.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unfold both the legs using the straps. 3. Lift the front panel until the load floor unfolds into position. Load Floor Legs In Opened Position Load Floor In Open Position 4. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Positioning The Load Floor For Storage Access Under Quad Cab® — If Equipped The Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor.
Page 250: Pickup Box
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Crew Cab® — If Equipped PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed for utility and convenience. Load Floor Securing Straps/Crew Cab® 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in the Pick Up Box Features secured down position before you operate the vehicle.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 NOTE: If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or WARNING! (Continued) Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box, you must roads may cause shifting or bouncing of the cargo use Mopar Box Reinforcement Brackets that are available that may result in vehicle damage.
Page 252: Cargo Camera - If Equipped
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side NOTE: If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph bulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheel (13 km/h), the cargo camera image will be displayed housings.
Page 253: Rambox® - If Equipped
Cargo storage bins are located on both sides of the pickup box. The cargo storage bins provide watertight, lockable, illuminated storage for up to 150 lbs (68 kg) for 1500 series vehicles or 300 lbs (136 kg) for 2500 and 3500 series...
Page 254 • Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) 1500 series vehicles or 300 lbs (136 kg) for 2500 and 3500 series vehicles per bin. To open a storage bin with the RamBox® unlocked, push and release the button located on the lid.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 The interior of the RamBox® will automatically illumi- CAUTION! nate when the lid is opened. In addition to the automatic illumination switch, there is a manual on/off switch Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time located at the rear of each storage bin.
Page 256: Locking And Unlocking Rambox
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Locking And Unlocking RamBox® CAUTION! Push and release the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the • Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before RKE transmitter to lock and unlock all doors, the tailgate moving or driving vehicle.
Page 257: Rambox® Safety Warning
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 RamBox® Safety Warning RamBox® Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever — If Equipped Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: As a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release is built into the storage bin cover latching mecha- WARNING! nism.
Page 258: Bed Extender - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark lever release the extender side gates.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 2. With the side gates open, position the extender fully 3. Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard forward in the bed against the front panel. ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie down loops.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side Divider Position gates in the closed position. The divider position is intended for managing your cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around the bed.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Center Handle And Lock Aligning Gate To Slots 3. Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends 1 — Center Handle Lock are secured into the intended slots of the bed. 2 —...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE additional cargo room is needed. The extender position utilizes a locating pin and rotating handle located on both sides of the truck bed near the tailgate. Side Gates Closed 5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel into place. Extender Position Extender Position The extender position allows you to load the bed of the...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 2. Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure center handle vertically in order to release the ex- into place. tender side gates. 3.
Page 264: Bed Rail Tie-Down System
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bed Rail Tie-Down System WARNING! CAUTION! To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage: The maximum load per cleat should not exceed • Cargo must be secured. 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of the load on each cleat •...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 out on the cleat and slide it to the detent nearest the desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the detent and tighten the nut. Adjustable Cleats Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents, along either rail, in order to keep cargo properly secure.
Page 266: Slide-In Campers
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end SLIDE-IN CAMPERS cap screw located in the center of the end cap, using a Camper Applications #T30 Torx® head driver. Remove the end cap and slide Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in the cleat off the end of the rail.
Page 267: Easy-Off Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 EASY-OFF TAILGATE To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a rear camera or RKE the electrical connector must be disconnected prior to removing the tailgate.
Page 268: Removing The Tailgate
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the glove box) to the tailgate wiring harness to ensure that the terminals do not corrode. 6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the forward-facing surface of the tailgate. This will pre- vent damaging the connector and bracket when stor- ing or reinstalling the tailgate.
Page 269: Locking Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle. NOTE: Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box. WARNING! To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers”...
Page 270: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal To remove the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps: Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tri-Fold Tonneau 1. Lower the tailgate to gain access to the first set of two Cover which consists of different features: tonneau cover clamps located on the driver and pas- •...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 2. Pull down on the first set of clamps on both driver and 3. Pull down on the clamp wire and push the clamp up passenger sides to the semi clamped position. into the proper released position. Semi Clamped Position Proper Released Position NOTE: Be sure the clamp and clamp wire is in the...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pick up on the tonneau cover and fold it back onto the second panel. 5. Pick up on the cover and fold it back onto the third panel. 6. Once in the third panel position pull down on the second set of clamps on both driver and passenger sides to the semi clamped position.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Semi Clamped Position Proper Released Position 7. Pull down on the clamp wire and push the clamp up 8. Be sure to clip both stowage straps together to insure into the proper released position. the cover stays together.
Page 274: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Position the folded Tonneau Cover on the truck bed and push the Cover forward against the front of the truck bed. The Tonneau Cover centers itself when placed on the vehicle. 2. Pull down on the first set of clamp handles to release the clamps from the stowed position.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 3. Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if equipped) to the semi clamped position. Clamped Position NOTE: Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not par- tially clamped to the truck bed flange.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau Cover is in this position. Improper Clamp Position 5. Disengage the stowage straps. 6. Unfold Tonneau Cover to the intermediate position. Intermediate Position (Vehicle Cannot Be Driven)
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 7. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover. 8. Pull down on the second set of clamp handles to release the clamps from the stowed position. Fully Unfolded Position Stowed Position...
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9. Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if equipped) to the semi clamped position. Clamped Position NOTE: Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not par- tially clamped to the truck bed flange.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Improper Clamp Position Locking Hole The Tonneau Cover clamps can be locked when in the clamped position by placing a lock through the locking hole.
Page 280: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure can result in detachment of the Tonneau Cover from the vehicle and/or damage to the vehicle/Tonneau Cover.
Page 281: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....307 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..282 ▫...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ DID White Telltales ....339 ▫ CD Player — If Equipped....392 ▫...
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 ▫ Voice Text Reply ..... .427 Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION ..417 ▫...
Page 284: Instrument Panel Features
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Gear Selector/Transfer Case Position Switch — If Equipped 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet — If Equipped 14 — Ignition Switch 3 —...
Page 285: Instrument Cluster - Midline (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — MIDLINE (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle Information Display (EVIC)
Page 286: Instrument Cluster - Premium (Did)
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM (DID) Driver Information Display (DID)
Page 287: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 2. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine monitors the emissions and engine control sys- control system.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 4. Turn Signal Indicators NOTE: The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various engine temperatures. This cycling operation is The arrow will flash with the exterior turn caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold signal when the turn signal lever is operated.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake sary. System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition WARNING! has been corrected.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is 8. Seat Belt Reminder Light detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 13. Cargo Light — If Equipped in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for The cargo light will illuminate when the cargo further information. light is activated by pressing the cargo light 10.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 16. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also Equipped reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should be checked monthly when cold and tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL of reasons, including the installation of replacement or CAUTION! (Continued) alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the sensor to become inoperable. After using an after- TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more market tire sealant it is recommended that you take tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the...
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 18. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver 20. Driver Information Display (DID) Menu Information Display (DID) The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- The EVIC/DID features a driver-interactive display that interactive display that is located in the instrument is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. TOW/HAUL NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC The TOW HAUL button is located on the center Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on stack upper switch bank. This light will illumi- momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned nate when TOW HAUL mode is selected.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is wheels.
Page 299: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 28. 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked to- gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A • Trip B • Stop/Start Info (If Equipped) • Air Suspension (If Equipped) • Trailer Tow • Messages • Screen Setup • Vehicle Settings (Not Equipped with a Uconnect 5.0 & 8.4 radio) EVIC Control Buttons •...
Page 301: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • DOWN Arrow Button Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays — 3.5” Display Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu items. • RIGHT Arrow Button Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access/select the information screens or sub- menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Temperature Display The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main Displays the temperature in degrees Celsius or degrees menu. The main display area also displays “pop up” Fahrenheit.
Page 303: Oil Life Reset
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Unstored Messages Oil Life Reset Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples will display in the EVIC after a single chime has sounded, of this message type are “Turn Signal On”...
Page 304: Evic Messages Menu Item
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access 4. Push and hold the RIGHT arrow button to select the ”Vehicle Info” screen, then scroll UP or DOWN to “Reset,” then select “NO” or “YES” by pushing the select “Oil Life.”...
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Washer Fluid Low • Service Tire Pressure System • Oil Pressure Low • Parking Brake Engaged • Oil Change Due • Brake Fluid Low • Fuel Low • Service Electronic Braking System • Service Anti-lock Brake System •...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Not In Park • Service Airbag Warning Light • Key in Ignition • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Key in Ignition Lights On • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Remote Start Active Key To Run •...
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Transmission Cool Ready To Drive • Normal Ride Height Achieved • Trailer Brake Disconnected • Aerodynamic Ride Height Achieved • Service Transmission • Off Road 1 Ride Height Achieved • Service Shifter • Off Road 2 Ride Height Achieved •...
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Battery Low Start Engine To Change Ride Height • Stop/Start Not Ready Engine Temperature Too Low – If Equipped • Stop/Start Ready – If Equipped • Stop/Start Not Ready Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled – If •...
Page 309: Evic Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Stop/Start Autostop Active – If Equipped EVIC Red Telltales • Stop/Start To Restart Push Clutch Or Shift To Neutral This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These telltales include: – If Equipped • Door Ajar •...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature Warning Light • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light. This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is This light informs you of a problem with the high. If the light turns on while driving, stop Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 311: Evic Yellow Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Engine Temperature Warning Light • Electric Power Steering Malfunction Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This telltale is on when the Electric Power tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- Steering is not operating and needs service.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator CAUTION! This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- shield washer fluid is low. ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. •...
Page 313: Evic White Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Air Suspension Payload Protection Telltale — If EVIC White Telltales Equipped • Electronic Speed Control ON This telltale will turn on to indicate that the This light will turn on when the electronic maximum payload may have been exceeded or speed control is ON.
Page 314: Evic Selectable Menu Items
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Coolant Temp EVIC Selectable Menu Items • Transmission Temp (Automatic only) Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until the desired Selectable Menu item is highlighted in the • Oil Temp EVIC. •...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Economy gauge Trip B • Average Fuel Economy value Push and release Up & Down arrow button until the Trip B menu item is highlighted in the EVIC. The Trip B • Range to Empty information will display the following: Trip Menu Item •...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Suspension Menu Item — If Equipped EVIC Messages Menu Item • Front Seat Belts Unbuckled Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Air Suspension menu item is highlighted in the EVIC. •...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Cruise Off • Lights On • Cruise Ready • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Cruise Set To XXX MPH • Left Turn Signal Light Out • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to •...
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote Start Aborted Door Open • Shift Not Allowed • Remote Start Aborted Hood Open • Shift To Neutral Then Drive Or Reverse • Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open • Autostick Unavailable Service Required •...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 • Service Air Suspension System • Service Air Suspension System Immediately • Heavy Duty Air Suspension System Disabled • Reduce Speed To Maintain Selected Ride Height • Selected Ride Height Not Permitted Due To Speed •...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Stop/Start Not Ready Trailer Tow/Haul Selected – If • Stop/Start Not Ready Cabin Cooling Or Heating – If Equipped Equipped • Stop/Start Not Ready 4WD/Low Range Selected – If • Stop/Start Not Ready Not Ready Max Cooling Or Equipped Heating –...
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Stop/Start Cannot Autostart Hood Open – If you to change what information is displayed in the Equipped instrument cluster as well as the location that information is displayed. • Stop/Start Unavailable Service Battery – If Equipped Vehicle Settings Menu Item •...
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer) Submenu Layer) Language Select Language English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch Units Units U.S.; Metric • Notification — Sound Only; Sound & Display ParkSense ParkSense •...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Setting Names Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer) Submenu Layer) Automatic High- Auto Highbeams On; Off beams Daytime Running Daytime Lights On; Off Lights — If Equipped Flash Lights with Lock Lights w/ Lock On;...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer) Submenu Layer) Key Fob Linked to Key in Memory On; Off Memory Passive Entry Passive Entry On; Off Remote Start Com- Rmt Start Comfort Off; Remoter Start; All starts fort System Easy Exit Seat Easy Exit Seat...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Setting Names Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer) Submenu Layer) Wheel Alignment Wheel Alignment On; Off Mode Horn w/ Remote Horn w/ Rmt Lwr On; Off Lower Lights w/ Remote Lights w/ Rmt Lwr On;...
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer) Submenu Layer) • Equipment • Flatbed • Gooseneck • Horse • Livestock • Motorcycle • Snowmobile • Travel • Utility • 5th Wheel Compass Variance Compass Var 1-15 increments of 1 Calibrate Compass...
Page 327: Driver Information Display (Did)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Turn Menu OFF Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to exit the main menu. Push and release any EVIC control button to enter the EVIC main menu again. DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A • Trip B • Stop/Start Info (If Equipped) • Trailer Tow • Audio • Stored Messages • Screen Setup • Vehicle Settings (Not Equipped with a Uconnect 5.0 & 8.4 radio) DID Controls •...
Page 329: Driver Information Display (Did) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • DOWN Arrow Button Driver Information Display (DID) Displays Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and submenus. • RIGHT Arrow Button Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access/select the information screens or sub- menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Audio / Phone Information and Sub-menu Informa- The main display area will normally display the main tion — Whenever there are sub-menus available, the menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main position within the sub-menus is shown here.
Page 331: Oil Life Reset
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Unstored Messages Oil Life Reset Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples will flash in the DID display for approximately 10 of this message type are “Turn Signal On”...
Page 332: Did Messages
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access 4. Push and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one the “ Oil Life” screen. second to access the “ Oil Life Reset” screen. 4. Push and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one 5.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Traction Control Off • Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) • Washer Fluid Low • Service Tire Pressure System • Oil Pressure Low • Parking Brake Engaged • Oil Change Due • Brake Fluid Low •...
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn with Remote Lock: Off; 1st Push; 2nd • Remote Start Disabled Start to Reset Push • Service Airbag System • Vehicle Not in Park • Service Airbag Warning Light • Key in Ignition •...
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Transmission Getting Hot Push Brake • Selected Ride Height Not Permitted - Payload Too Light • Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool • Battery Low Start Engine To Change Ride Height •...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Off Road 2 Watch For Clearance • Stop/Start Not Ready Steep Incline – If Equipped • Entry/Exit Watch For Clearance • Stop/Start Not Ready Extreme Outside Temperature – If Equipped • Air Suspension Temporarily Disabled For Jacking And •...
Page 337: Did Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Stop/Start Not Ready Max Cooling Or Heating Se- • Stop/Start To Restart Shift Out Of Park – If Equipped lected – If Equipped • Stop/Start Off – If Equipped • Stop/Start Not Ready Front Defrost Selected – If •...
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. OB- This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If TAIN SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an authorized dealer. the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 If the light remains lit with the engine running, your shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 340: Did Yellow Telltales
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale DID Yellow Telltales This area will show reconfigurable yellow caution tell- This telltale indicates that the transmission tales. These telltales include: fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. •...
Page 341: Did White Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Service Stop/Start System Telltale — If Equipped WARNING! This telltale will turn on to indicate that the If you continue operating the vehicle when the Stop/Start is Unavailable, service Stop/Start Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- system.
Page 342: Did Selectable Menu Items
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until Info. follow the directional prompts to access or reset any the desired Selectable Menu icon/title is highlighted in of the following Vehicle Info submenu items: the DID. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (1500 & 2500 Series)
Page 343 • Tire Pressure: • Gauge Summary: – Tire Pressure Information System (3500 Series – Coolant Temperature Heavy Duty Ram Trucks) – Transmission Temperature (automatic only) – A vehicle ICON is displayed with the tire pressure – Oil Temperature values in each corner of the ICON.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average MPG or L/100 km Trip B Trip A The Trip B information will display the following: Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trip A icon/title is highlighted in the DID. The Trip A information will display •...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Stop/Start – If Equipped Audio Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Stop/Start icon is highlighted button until the Audio display icon is high- in the DID.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Screen Setup Settings Options • Trailer Trip Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Trailer Brake Gain button until the Screen Setup display icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the •...
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Settings Options Settings Options • Range • Trailer Brake Gain • Average MPG • None Upper Gauge • Current MPG • Trans Temp. • Trip A • Oil Temp. • Trip B • Oil Life •...
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles Settings (Customer-Programmable Push and release the UP and DOWN button until Per- Features) sonal Settings displays in the DID. NOTE: This feature is only available on 5.0 and Follow the prompts to display and set any of the follow- 8.4 Uconnect®...
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Setting Names Abbreviated Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names (Left Submenu Layer) Layer) • Rear Volume — Low; Me- dium; High Tilt Mirror in Reverse Tilt Mirror in R On; Off Rain Sensing Wipers Auto Wipers On;...
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names (Left Submenu Layer) Layer) Sound Horn with Remote Start Horn w/ Rmt Start On; Off Sound Horn with Remote Lock Horn w/ Rmt Lock On; Off Remote Unlock Sequence Remote Unlock Driver Door;...
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Setting Names Abbreviated Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names (Left Submenu Layer) Layer) Tire/Jack Mode Tire/Jack Mode On; Off Transport Mode Transport Mode On; Off Wheel Alignment Mode Wheel Alignment On; Off Horn w/ Remote Lower Horn w/ Rmt Lwr On;...
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names (Left Submenu Layer) Layer) • Equipment • Flatbed • Gooseneck • Horse • Tag • Motorcycle • Snowmobile • Travel • Utility • 5th Wheel Compass Variance Compass Var 1-15 increments of 1 Calibrate Compass...
Page 353: Uconnect® Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Many features can vary by vehicle.
Page 354: Buttons On The Faceplate
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- ment panel.
Page 355: Buttons On The Touchscreen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the mode, press and release the preferred setting until the Uconnect®...
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Mode changed between US and Metric units of measure. Press “US” or “Metric” to make your selection. Press the back When in this display you may select the Auto or Manual arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the display settings.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Voice Clock & Date After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen the After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the touch- following settings will be available: screen the following settings will be available: •...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped Safety/Assistance After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the When this feature is selected, the exterior sideview touchscreen the following settings will be available: mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission shift lever/gear •...
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After Assistance” button on the touchscreen. Press the five seconds, this note will disappear. To make your “Parkview Backup camera Delay” button on the touch- selection, press the “ParkView® Backup Camera Active screen to turn the ParkView®...
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lights press the “Illuminated Approach” button on the touch- screen and choose either “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” buttons After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, on the touchscreen to select your desired time interval. the following settings will be available: Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to •...
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped • Flash Lights With Lock When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote will activate/deactivate automatically under certain con- Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Unlock On Exit press the “Horn w/Remote Start” button on the touch- screen and select from “On” or “Off.” Press the back When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or previous menu.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • Memory Linked to Fob — If Equipped unlocks the doors when the outside door handle is grabbed. To make your selection, press the “Passive This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to Entry” button on the touchscreen and select from “On” or enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the “Off.”...
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Easy Exit Seats — If Equipped Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the When this feature is selected, the Driver’s seat will touchscreen the following settings will be available: automatically move rearward once the engine is shut off.
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Engine Off Power Delay Suspension — If Equipped After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touch- When this feature is selected, the power window screen the following settings will be available: switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if •...
Page 366 “Transport Mode” button on the touchscreen, select “On” or “Off” followed by pressing • Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only) the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen. When this feature is selected the Ride Height will auto- •...
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 performing a wheel alignment this mode must be en- Audio abled. Refer to your authorized dealer for further infor- After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the mation. following settings will be available: Trailer Brake •...
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Speed Adjusted Volume • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped This feature increases or decreases volume relative to This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level vehicle speed. To change the Speed Adjusted Volume for portable devices connected through the AUX input.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Compass Settings — If Equipped After pressing the “Compass Settings” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: • Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel Skip by pressing the “ON” button on the touchscreen and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of from large metal or metallic objects). The compass will channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to now function normally.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To “Yes” to restore, or “Cancel” to exit. Press back arrow/ reactivate your service, either call the number listed on Done button to return to the previous menu. the screen or visit the provider online.
Page 372: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An Personal Settings
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Information Bluetooth®, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore Set- tings, Clear Personal Data and System Information. After pressing the “System Information” button on the touchscreen the following information will be available: NOTE: Only one category may be selected at a time. •...
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Display point on the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the touchscreen. Then press the arrow back button on the After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen touchscreen. the following settings will be available. NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with •...
Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with appears next to the language, showing that setting has Headlights OFF setting, the headlights must be off and been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touch- the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or screen to return to the previous menu.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 • Controls Screen Time-Out — If Equipped next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to When this feature is selected, the Controls Screen will return to the previous menu.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Clock After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen the After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: following settings will be available: • Voice Response Length • Sync Time With GPS — If Equipped When in this display, you may change the Voice Response This feature will allow you to automatically have the Length settings.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 • Set Time Minutes Status setting press the “Show Time in Status Bar” button on the touchscreen to turn the feature on or off. Press the This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes. The back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the “Sync with GPS Time”...
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Assist” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” is MEDIUM. To change the mode status, press the “Rear for system function and operating information. ParkSense® Volume” button and select the “Low” “Med” or “High” buttons on the touchscreen. Press the back •...
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 • ParkView® Backup Camera Active (Dynamic) Guidelines which deflect with steering wheel angle over the ParkView Back up Camera display Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers • Two Or Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the system will automati- cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture There are four air suspension modes designed to protect on the windshield.
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 • Headlight Off Delay • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- when exiting the vehicle.
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Door Locks to the previous menu. Refer to “Lights/ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- Of Your Vehicle” for further information. matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph •...
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 • Flash Lights With Lock • Sound Horn With Remote Start When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked the remote start is activated.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob selection, press the “Passive Entry” button on the touch- Unlocks “All Doors”, all doors will unlock no matter screen until a check-mark appears next to setting, show- which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat button on the touchscreen, then select either “Off,” “Re- location (if Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob is set to mote Start” or “All Starts”. Press the back arrow button on ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
Page 386 384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Off Power Delay Air Suspension — If Equipped After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touch- When this feature is selected, the power window screen the following settings will be available. switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if •...
Page 387 Press the box next to your selection and a check-mark • Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only) appears next to the feature showing the system has been When this feature is selected the Ride Height will auto- activated or the check-mark is removed showing the matically be adjusted depending on the vehicle speed.
Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trailer Brake check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has been selected. Refer to “Integrated Trailer After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch- Brake Module” in “Starting And Operating.” screen the following settings will be available: Audio •...
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the touchscreen. Press the back arrow button on the touch- This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level screen to return to the previous menu.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel Skip Phone/Bluetooth® After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth®” button on the SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of touchscreen the following settings will be available: channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scanning.
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To settings to default?” select “OK” to restore, or “Cancel” to reactivate your service, either call the number listed on exit. Once the settings are restored, a pop-up appears the screen or visit the provider online.
Page 392: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Information iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions After pressing the “System Information” button on the may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please touchscreen the following settings will be available: visit Apple’s website for software updates.
Page 393: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a EQUIPPED push-button in the center. Pushing the top of the switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the The remote sound system controls are located on the back switch will decrease the volume.
Page 394: Cd Player - If Equipped
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left hand control 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, will tune to the next pre-set station that you have wiping from center to edge. programmed in the radio pre-set buttons.
Page 395: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Nevertheless, the wireless radio will be used in such a manner that the radio is 20 cm or further from the human Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in body.
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and NOTE: with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). • This equipment has been tested and found to comply Operation is subject to the following two conditions: with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 1.
Page 397: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. CLIMATE CONTROLS The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the instrument panel below the radio.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Blower Control Air Conditioning Operation There are four blower speeds. Use this Push the A/C button to engage the Air control to regulate the amount of air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illu- forced through the system in any minate when the A/C system is mode you select.
Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 NOTE: A/C cannot be deselected when in MAX A/C closer the control is to a particular mode, the more air position. The LED will blink three times if the A/C distribution you receive from that mode. button is pushed.
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor Mode with maximum blower and warm temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. Air is directed through the floor outlets with a NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in MIX small amount through the defrost and side win- and DEFROST, or a blend of these modes even if the A/C dow demist outlets.
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 NOTE: Air Outlets • If the RECIRCULATION button is pushed when the The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can be adjusted for direction, and turned on or off to control airflow. system is in Defrost mode, the Recirculation LED indicator will flash three times and then turn off to NOTE: For maximum airflow to the rear, the center indicate Recirculation mode is not allowed.
Page 402: Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen - If Equipped
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If Buttons On The Touchscreen Equipped Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the radio. Buttons On The Faceplate The buttons on the faceplate are located below the radio touchscreen.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The 3. Recirculation Button Faceplate and Buttons On The Touchscreen) Press and release to change the current setting; the 1. MAX A/C Button indicator illuminates when ON. Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the 4.
Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive defroster (if equipped) and the heated outside mirrors (if window cleaners on the interior surface of the equipped).
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 • Bi-Level Mode NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in MIX Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and DEFROST modes even if the A/C button is not and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is pressed.
Page 406 404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen Recirculation Control Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, area between the icons.
Page 407: Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen — Buttons On The Touchscreen If Equipped Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Buttons On The Faceplate The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect®...
Page 408 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off. 2. A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 5. Front Defrost Button CAUTION! Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- the heating elements: ture is ON.
Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Passenger Temperature Control Button NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will (Uconnect® 8.4) automatically exit Sync. 9. SYNC Provides the passenger with independent temperature control. Push the button on the faceplate for warmer Press the Sync button on the touchscreen to toggle the temperature settings or on the touchscreen, press and Sync feature On/Off.
Page 411 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 • Panel Mode Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate Air comes from the outlets in the instrument The blower speed increases as you turn the control panel. Each of these outlets can be individu- clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower ally adjusted to direct the flow of air.
Page 412 410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor Mode 13. Driver Temperature Control Down Button (Uconnect® 8.4) Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost Provides the driver with independent temperature con- and side window demister outlets. trol.
Page 413: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the blower and airflow mode settings. Also, make adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor modes. time.
Page 414 412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MAX A/C should only be used temporarily. The recirculation LED button on the faceplate will illuminate when either MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor- button is selected. Push either button a second time to mance.
Page 415: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. Automatic Operation The system automatically adjusts the temperature, 1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate or press the mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly “AUTO”...
Page 416: Operating Tips
414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by Summer Operation adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at The engine cooling system must be protected with a a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- allows the front occupants to control the volume of air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 417 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 Vacation/Storage NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will au- tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
Page 418 416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions Operating Tips Chart...
Page 419: Uconnect® Voice Recognition
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION Introducing Uconnect® Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect® 5.0 or 8.4A/8.4AN system. Uconnect®...
Page 420: Get Started
418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing in- structions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are examples of noise that may impact recognition.
Page 421: Basic Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 Two buttons are all you need to control your Uconnect® Basic Voice Commands system with your voice. The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect® system. Push the VR button .
Page 422 420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 5.0 Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN...
Page 423: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio® stations you would like to hear. (Sub- scription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio® trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
Page 424: Media
422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Uconnect® offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod® devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button .
Page 425 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 TIP: Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod® or USB device. Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist, album, song and genre information is displayed. Uconnect®...
Page 426: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate (8.4A/8.4AN) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands- free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: •...
Page 427: Navigation (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) The Uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. (Navigation is optional on the Uconnect® 8.4A system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.) 1.
Page 428: Phone
426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a with Uconnect®.
Page 429: Voice Text Reply
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button . After the beep, say: “Reply.” 2. Listen to the Uconnect® prompts. After the beep, repeat one of the pre-defined messages and follow the system prompts.
Page 430: Uconnect® Access (8.4A/8.4An)
428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementa- 9-1-1 Call tion of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advan- Security Alarm Notification tage of this feature. For details about MAP, visit Remote Door Lock/Unlock UconnectPhone.com.
Page 431: Register (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 Register (8.4A/8.4AN) 1. Press the Apps button on the bottom of the 8.4-inch touchscreen. 2. If a pop-up message appears, press Register or go to the Favorite Apps menu and press Uconnect® Regis- tration. 3. Read through the registration instructions. Enter and confirm your personal email address.
Page 432: Mobile App (8.4A/8.4An)
430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) Download the Uconnect® Access App to a compatible Apple® or Android® mobile devices. All you need to do Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the Uconnect® Access App. Once you have downloaded the App, you may start your vehicle or lock it from virtually 1.
Page 433: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) TIP: • Not compatible with iPhone®. 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After the beep, say the following command: “Send mes- • Messages are limited to 140 characters. sage to John Smith.”...
Page 434 432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Listen to the system prompts and after the beep, tell Uconnect® the place or business that you’d like Uconnect® to find. TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display.
Page 435: Siriusxm Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4AN) Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link™ is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect®...
Page 436: Additional Information
434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Additional Information Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am – 12:00 am, ET © 2015 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar and Sat., 8:00 am – 10:00 pm, ET Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar Owner Sun., 9:00 am –...
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Automatic Mode ..... .447 STARTING PROCEDURES ....442 ▫...
Page 438 Equipped ......455 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (1500 MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED ......510 ▫...
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center ▫ Hill Climbing ......534 (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) Display ▫...
Page 440 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ....578 ▫ Electric Power Steering — 1500 Models ..569 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..581 ▫...
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 ▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....586 ▫ Tire Types ......605 ▫...
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions....631 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .619 ▫ Premium System ..... .621 ▫...
Page 443 SNOWPLOW ......663 ▫ 1500 Models Only .....663 VEHICLE LOADING .
Page 444: Starting Procedures
442 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with The starter should not be operated for more than 10- Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 445: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Automatic Transmission Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start the engine with the transmission in PARK position. This feature allows the driver to oper- Apply the brake before shifting into any driving range. ate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote NOTE: Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to shut off. The ignition switch position will remain in the engine starting, push the button again. the ACC position until the shift lever/gear selector is in PARK and the button is pushed twice to the OFF NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine position.
Page 447: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of NEUTRAL Position) an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster engine for more than 10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 449: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 After Starting To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following Must Occur: The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. 1. The system must be in STOP/START READY state. A STOP/START READY message will be displayed in STOP/START SYSTEM —...
Page 450: Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop
448 STARTING AND OPERATING • Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an accept- Autostop, the Climate Controls system may automati- cally adjust airflow to maintain cabin comfort. Customer able cabin temperature has not been achieved settings will be maintained upon return to an engine •...
Page 451: To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 • Low brake vacuum (e.g. after several brake pedal To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode applications) While in DRIVE the engine will start when the brake • STOP/START OFF switch is pressed pedal is released or the throttle pedal is depressed. The transmission will automatically reengage upon engine •...
Page 452: To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System
450 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine may then be restarted by moving the trans- mission shift selector out of PARK (e.g. to DRIVE) or, in some cases, only by a KEY START. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) will display a SHIFT OUT OF PARK message, or a STOP/START KEY START REQUIRED message, to indi- cate which action is required.
Page 453: To Manually Turn On The Stop Start System
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 3. At the next vehicle stop (after turning off the STOP/ System Malfunction START system) the engine will not be stopped. If there is a malfunction in the STOP/START system, the system will not shut down the engine. A SERVICE 4.
Page 454: Automatic Transmission
452 STARTING AND OPERATING 1500 Models WARNING! The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on Remember to disconnect the engine block heater the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt assembly.
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while WARNING! (Continued) shifting out of PARK. turn the engine OFF, and remove the Key Fob. When the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF (key re- WARNING! moval) position, the transmission is locked in •...
Page 456: Key Ignition Park Interlock
454 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF (key removal) position. The Key Fob can only be WARNING! (Continued) removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or LOCK/OFF position, and the transmission is locked in in a location accessible to children), and do not PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK/OFF leave the ignition (in a vehicle equipped with...
Page 457: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - If
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 In 8-speed vehicles, the brake pedal must also be pressed once (such as Park to Drive), simply rotate the gear to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when selector to the appropriate detent. Select the DRIVE range the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission gear selector has only PARK, RE- VERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE positions. Manual down- shifts can be made using the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control (refer to Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation in this section for further information). Press- ing the GEAR-/GEAR+ switches (on the steering wheel) while in the DRIVE position will select the highest available transmission gear, and will display that gear...
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to NOTE: On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. transfer case is in a drive position. This is especially important when the engine is cold. WARNING! PARK (P) •...
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) the engine is idling normally and your foot is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a firmly pressing the brake pedal. number of reasons. A child or others could be •...
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 REVERSE (R) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this stop.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as CAUTION! when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other while towing heavy trailers), select TOW/HAUL mode reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause or use the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control severe transmission damage.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- Transmission function is monitored electronically for gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your vehicle speed. When the transmission gear selector is in earliest possible convenience.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode.
Page 466: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 1500 Models Only (If Equipped)
464 STARTING AND OPERATING Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — 1500 Models Only (If Equipped) The transmission gear position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. The shift lever is mounted either on the right side of the steering column (if equipped) or on the console (if equipped).
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precau- WARNING! (Continued) tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. verse.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you ignition is in the OFF position, remove the Key Fob must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING • Release the shift lever and make sure it is fully seated REVERSE (R) in the PARK gate. This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • Look at the transmission gear position display and Reverse only after the vehicle has come to a complete verify that it indicates the PARK position (P).
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 To access all six available gears, you must use the CAUTION! Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control, described below. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as severe transmission damage.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission becomes extremely hot or is in danger torque converter clutch and the top overdrive gear are of overheating, the “Transmission Temperature Warning inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm (refer to the Light” may illuminate and the transmission may operate “Note”...
Page 473 Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation — 1. Stop the vehicle. Six-Speed Transmission (1500 Models Only) The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. driver to limit the highest available gear when the 3.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the transmission will operate automatically, shifting between all available gears. Tapping the ERS (-) switch (column shift) or tapping the shift lever to the left (-) (console shift) will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in the instrument cluster, and set that gear as the top available gear.
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the shift lever to the left (-) (console shift) or the ERS (-) switch down (column shift).
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING • the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated, and CAUTION! • the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator. When using ERS for engine braking while descend- When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode ing steep grades, be careful not to overspeed the engine.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 WARNING! Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide, and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control, which may cause an accident possi- bly resulting in personal injury or death.
Page 478: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 2500/3500 Models Only
476 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- verter will refill within five seconds after starting the • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the engine. transmission will not shift into the top overdrive gear, until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are Six-Speed Automatic Transmission —...
Page 479 STARTING AND OPERATING 477 vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal Gear Ranges condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or hundred miles (kilometers). NEUTRAL into another gear range. Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- pedal released.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or turn the engine OFF, and remove the Key Fob. When the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF (key re- in a location accessible to children), and do not moval) position, the transmission is locked in leave the ignition (in a vehicle equipped with PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted...
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that NEUTRAL (N) you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi- Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged tion: periods with the engine running. The engine may be •...
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as when CAUTION! operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other towing heavy trailers), use the Electronic Range Select reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause (ERS) shift control (refer to “Electronic Range Select (ERS) severe transmission damage.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Use caution when operating a heavily loaded direct gears only. Normal operation will resume once the vehicle at low speeds (such as towing a trailer up a steep transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. grade, or in stop-and-go traffic) during hot weather.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. driver to limit the highest available gear when the 4.
Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), simply push and hold the ERS (-) switch.
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Overdrive Operation When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode The automatic transmission includes an electronically When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans- heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the curs, push the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ following conditions are present:...
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING desired, the switch must be pushed each time the engine is started. WARNING! Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide, and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control, which may cause an accident possi- bly resulting in personal injury or death.
Page 489: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- some accelerations, the clutch automatically disengages. verter will refill within five seconds after starting the engine. NOTE: FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF •...
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING • Four-wheel drive low range (4L) in four-wheel drive and that the front and rear drive- shafts are locked together. This light will illuminate when This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H the transfer case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L position for normal street and highway conditions such position.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, For additional information on the appropriate use of each there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping transfer case mode position, see the information below: speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be Rear-Wheel Drive High Range —...
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelera- Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range locks the tor pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and force when shifting the transfer case lever.
Page 493: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle Electronically Shifted Transfer Case completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due (Four-Position Switch) — If Equipped to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is...
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case provides four only. Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions mode positions: on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components. • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected •...
Page 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 2. The selected position indicator light will flash until the NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all transfer case completes the shift. the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met. To retry the selection, turn 3.
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends WARNING! on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the Always engage the parking brake when powering drivetrain.
Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 For additional information on the appropriate use of each 4WD LOW transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range provides low speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at Rear Wheel Drive High Range —...
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure 2WD To 4WD LOCK Rotate the 4WD control switch to the desired position. NOTE: Shifts between 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case the vehicle stopped or in motion.
Page 499 STARTING AND OPERATING 497 2WD Or 4WD LOCK To 4WD LOW Alternate Procedure NOTE: When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not 2.
Page 500: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - If Equipped
498 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to • Neutral (NEUTRAL) maximize torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 502 500 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- tinue to flash. The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD, 4LOW, and 4WD AUTO) are located in the instrument 3. The transfer case will not shift. cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all selection.
Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends WARNING! on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the Always engage the parking brake when powering drivetrain.
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each 4WD LOW transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four - Wheel Drive Low Range - This range provides low speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque to the front driveshaft , forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at Rear-Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal the same speed.
Page 505: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Shifting Procedure Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) — If Equipped NOTE: This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is position have not been met, the transfer case will not located on the instrument panel.
Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case provides five drive will be automatically engaged when the vehicle mode positions: senses a loss of traction. Because the front axle is en- gaged, this mode will result in lower fuel economy than •...
Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected 3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the by pushing the recessed button (with a ballpoint pen or selected position will stop flashing and remain ON. similar object) located in the center of the 4WD Control If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: Switch.
Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING The “SVC 4WD Warning Light” monitors the electronic When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine shift four-wheel drive system. If this light remains on speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD, 4WD after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it AUTO or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed.
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 4WD AUTO WARNING! Four-Wheel Drive Auto Range - This range sends power You or others could be injured or killed if you leave to the rear wheels. The four–wheel drive system will be the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the traction.
Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position have been met, the current position indicator Neutral - This range disengages both the front and rear light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light driveshafts from the powertrain.
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 2WD Or 4WD AUTO Or 4WD LOCK To 4WD LOW Alternate Procedure NOTE: When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not 2.
Page 512: Air Suspension System (1500 Models) - If Equipped
If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (1500 MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED Description The air suspension system provides full time load level- ing capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a button.
Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 NOTE: The vehicle will automatically enter Aero Mode will be automatically lowered to NRH. Off-Road 1 when the vehicle speed remains between 62 mph may not be available due to vehicle payload, an (100 km/h) and 66 mph (106 km/h) for greater than 20 EVIC/DID message will be displayed when this oc- seconds or if the vehicle speed exceeds 66 mph curs.
Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING when this occurs. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- speed remains between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 35 mph tion Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (56 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle (DID)”...
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 • When in ENTRY/EXIT setting, be aware of your button once from the NRH while the vehicle speed is below 33 mph (53 km/h). Once the vehicle speed goes surroundings, you may not have the clearance re- below 15 mph (24 km/h) the vehicle height will begin quired for certain areas and vehicle damage may to lower.
Page 516: Air Suspension Modes
514 STARTING AND OPERATING After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that the WARNING! air suspension system operates briefly, this is normal. The system is correcting the position of the vehicle to ensure The air suspension system uses a high pressure a proper appearance.
Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” if Wheel Alignment Mode equipped with a touch screen radio for further informa- Before performing a wheel alignment this mode must be tion. enabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID)”...
Page 518: Electronic Vehicle Information Center
516 STARTING AND OPERATING Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect® Settings” in “Un- Operation derstanding Your Instrument Panel” if equipped with a touch screen radio for further information. NOTE: If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling of air suspension features must be done through the radio.
Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 The indicator lamps 3 through 6 will illuminate to show engine running, doors closed, speed below threshold, the current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator etc). The “DOWN” button can be pushed multiple times, lamps will show a position which the system is working each push will lower the requested level by one position to achieve.
Page 520: Air Suspension System (2500/3500 Models) - If Equipped
518 STARTING AND OPERATING • Entry/Exit Mode – Indicator lamp 3 will be illumi- AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (2500/3500 MODELS) nated when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/ — IF EQUIPPED Exit mode can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h). Description If vehicle speed is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph The air suspension system is a rear leveling ride height...
Page 521: Air Suspension Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard NOTE: If equipped with a touch screen radio all position of the suspension and is meant for normal enabling/disabling of air suspension features must be driving. done through the radio. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 522 520 STARTING AND OPERATING to be disabled. This mode is intended to be used with Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” if engine running. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information equipped with a touch screen radio for further informa- Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID)” in tion.
Page 523: Electronic Vehicle Information Center
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Protection Mode Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) Display In order to “protect” the air suspension system, the Messages vehicle will enter Protection Mode when load leveling cannot be achieved. Some driving may be required to When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will clear the protection mode telltale in the EVIC/DID.
Page 524: Axle Locker System - Power Wagon Models Only (If Equipped)
522 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The LED will continuously blink until Normal maintain its momentum and prevents it from becoming Ride Height (NRH) has been achieved. stuck. The locking front and rear differentials should only be engaged during low-speed, extreme off-road situa- •...
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 The locking axles are controlled by the axle locker switch. To lock the rear axle, place the vehicle in 4LO. Refer to “Four Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting And Operat- The switch has three positions, AXLE UNLOCK, REAR ing”...
Page 526: Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
524 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The axle lockers could be torque locked due to WARNING! side to side loads on the axle. Driving slowly while turning the steering wheel from a left hand turn to a right Do not use the locked axle position for normal hand turn or driving in REVERSE for a short distance driving.
Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 advantage to increasing ride height is the positive effect The switch has two positions; On-Road and Off-Road. The it has on approach/departure and break over angles. system is normally in the On-Road mode, indicated by a solid green light.
Page 528: Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
526 STARTING AND OPERATING To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4HI WARNING! or 4LO as shown in “Four Wheel Drive Operation” and press the right hand Off Road stabilizer/sway bar button If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to On-Road to obtain the Off-Road position.
Page 529 STARTING AND OPERATING 527 agency to determine the designated off-road vehicle Ramp Travel Index (RTI) (ORV) trails or recreation areas. You should always tread The ramp travel index is the distance, in inches, that you lightly and only use established roads, trails or ORV can drive your vehicle with one wheel on a 20-degree recreational areas.
Page 530 528 STARTING AND OPERATING mud, snow and ice. Every surface has a different effect on CAUTION! your vehicle’s steering, handling and traction. Control- ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-road The door sill height is 25 inches. Water may intrude driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel into the interior of the vehicle at greater depths.
Page 531: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand WARNING! There is a drastic reduction in traction when driving in Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down snow, mud or sand. The vehicle will be less responsive to cargo.
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING • Sand – Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with CAUTION! full tire pressure. When crossing soft sandy spots in a trail maintain your vehicle’s momentum and do not On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at high stop.
Page 533: Crossing Obstacles
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 throttle lightly while holding a light brake pressure and CAUTION! ease the vehicle up and over the object. Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and WARNING! total loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tire unseating, while at a reduced tire pressure, reduce your Crossing obstacles can cause abrupt steering system speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Page 534: Starting And Operating
532 STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Large Rocks vehicle’s mobility. Approach these obstacles at a 45- degree angle and let each tire go through the obstacle When approaching large rocks, choose a path which independently. You need to use caution when crossing ensures you drive over the largest with your tires.
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 Crossing Logs Getting High Centered To cross a log, approach it at a slight angle (approxi- If you get hung up or high centered on an object, get out mately 10 to 15 degrees). This allows one front tire to be of the vehicle and try to determine what the vehicle is on top of the log while the other just starts to climb the hung up on, where it is contacting the underbody and...
Page 536: Hill Climbing
534 STARTING AND OPERATING • Driving Up Hill – Once you have determined your Hill Climbing ability to proceed and have shifted into the appropri- Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under- ate gear, line your vehicle up for the straightest pos- standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations.
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 WARNING! WARNING! Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn Do not descend a steep grade in NEUTRAL. Use around on a steep grade. Driving across an incline vehicle brakes in conjunction with engine braking. increases the risk of a roll over, which may result in Descending a grade too fast could cause you to lose severe injury or death.
Page 538: Driving Through Water
536 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Driving across an incline increases the risk of a If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot rollover, which may result in severe injury. make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt to turn around.
Page 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 your vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover it if CAUTION! something goes wrong. You should never stop or shut a vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, transfer water into the engine air intake.
Page 540 538 STARTING AND OPERATING crossing is the water depth, current and bottom con- CAUTION! ditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively increasing the water level on the vehicle. Be Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- sure to consider this when determining the depth and tiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator.
Page 541: Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 the water is deep enough to push on the large surface surface area for better flotation and ability to mold or form area of the vehicle’s body. Before you proceed determine to the ground contour. Different terrain, tires, and vehicles the speed of the current, the water’s depth, approach require different tire pressure.
Page 542: Vehicle Recovery
540 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicle Recovery vehicle impingement on the surroundings, then using a tow strap to the vehicle tow hooks would be fast and If you drive off-road, you may encounter a situation easy. If the vehicle is severely hung up or in a situation where you will need to recover your vehicle.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 • Rock Cycling Your Vehicle – Rock cycling your ve- CAUTION! hicle is one of the easiest, fastest and most commonly used methods. This simply involves shifting your Damage can occur when spinning your tires at an vehicle from DRIVE to REVERSE, while applying excessive high speed.
Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING wood dowel. This will keep the straps from becoming WARNING! knotted and is safer than using a clevis pin if the strap breaks. Next have the tow vehicle backup, leaving two Never use tow straps with end hooks or link two to three feet worth of slack in the strap.
Page 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 out of the situation in a slow controlled manner. This as you power the winch in. Be careful not to allow control works well for avoiding further vehicle dam- slack in the cable as you recover the vehicle. Do not try age.
Page 546: After Driving Off-Road
544 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These After Driving Off-Road things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and does most on-road driving.
Page 547: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 • If you experience unusual vibration after driving in will supply maximum traction. When starting with only mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface, slight impacted material. Impacted material can cause a momentary application of the parking brake may be wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will necessary to gain maximum traction.
Page 548: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
546 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.
Page 549: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 547 Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip WARNING! (Continued) Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for im- warning may result in injuries that are serious or proved handling.
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving distances. Therefore, after driving through stand- ing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the through standing water. This will minimize wave brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
Page 551: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 549 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have Care should be taken when attempting to climb steep your vehicle ready when you need it. hills or driving diagonally across a hill or slope.
Page 552: Winch Usage - Power Wagon Only - (If Equipped)
550 STARTING AND OPERATING • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY — (IF similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake EQUIPPED) rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected Things To Know Before Using Your Winch and cleaned as soon as possible.
Page 553 STARTING AND OPERATING 551 2. Attach the hook to a suitable anchor point. Low Voltage Interrupt Your winch is equipped with a device that will interrupt CAUTION! winch function if the vehicle charging system voltage drops to a low level. The winch will not power-in or out Be certain the anchor will withstand the load re- for 30 seconds if this device is tripped.
Page 554: Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
552 STARTING AND OPERATING Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components...
Page 555 STARTING AND OPERATING 553 1. Motor: The winch motor is powered by the vehicle 6. Clutch Lever: The clutch lever allows the winch drum charging system and features a thermal protection to be disconnected from the winch motor to allow the switch that automatically stops motor function in the wire rope to be pulled from the winch by hand.
Page 556: Winch Accessories
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Winch Accessories Snatch/Block Pulley: Used The following accessories are necessary to attach the properly, the multi-purpose winch to anchors, change direction of pull, and for safe snatch block allows you to (1) winching. increase the winch’s pulling power;...
Page 557: Operating Your Winch
STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Operating Your Winch Clevis/D-Shackles: D-Shackle is a safe means of WARNING! connecting the looped ends of cables, straps and snatch Failure to observe any of these warnings regarding blocks. The shackle’s pin is proper winch usage may result in severe injury. threaded allow easy...
Page 558 556 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always stand clear of wire rope and load and keep • Always disconnect the remote control when not in others away during winching. use. • Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire •...
Page 559 STARTING AND OPERATING 557 • Use the right equipment for the situation. CAUTION! (Continued) • Always wear leather gloves and do not allow the wire • Always inspect winch installation and wire rope rope to slip through your hands when handling the condition before operating the winch.
Page 560 558 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Inspect the winch, winch mount, and wire rope for 2. Put on gloves. damage. Do not use the winch if the mount is loose or 3. Disengage the clutch to allow free spooling of the rope shows excessive wear or damage.
Page 561 STARTING AND OPERATING 559 4. Free the winch hook and attach the hook strap. Free twisted and over-wrapped when slackened, leading to the winch hook from its anchor point. Attach the hook wire rope damage. To prevent losing the end, hold the strap to the hook (if not attached).
Page 562 560 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secure anchor is critical to winching operations. An anchor must be strong enough to hold while winching. Natural anchors include trees, stumps and rocks. Hook the cable as low as possible.
Page 563 STARTING AND OPERATING 561 9. Connect the remote control to the winch control box, located behind the front bumper. Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch. If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle, always pass the remote through a window to avoid pinching the cord in the door.
Page 564 562 STARTING AND OPERATING 10. Put wire rope under tension. Using the remote con- 11. Check your anchor. Make sure all connections are trol switch, slowly wind the wire rope until no slack secured and free of debris before continuing with the remains.
Page 565 STARTING AND OPERATING 563 behind or in front of the vehicle and never near the In certain situations you may wire rope or snatch block. Your situation may have decide to throw a heavy blan- other no people zones. ket or similar object over the wire rope.
Page 566 564 STARTING AND OPERATING 14. Begin winching. With the winching vehicles engine on and light tension already on the wire rope, begin winching slowly and steadily. Be sure that the wire rope is winding evenly and tightly around the spool- ing drum.
Page 567 STARTING AND OPERATING 565 NOTE: an uneven stack, spool out that section of the rope and reposition it to the opposite end of the drum, • Avoid overheating the winch motor. For extended which will free up space for continued winching. winching, stop at reasonable intervals to allow the winch motor to cool down.
Page 568 566 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: How to spool under no load: Arrange the re- mote control lead so it cannot be caught in the winch. Arrange the wire rope so it will not kink or tangle when spooled. Be sure any wire rope already on the spooling drum is wound tightly and evenly layered.
Page 569: Rigging Techniques
STARTING AND OPERATING 567 Rigging Techniques Various winching situations will require application of other winching techniques. These could range from too little distance to achieve maximum pull using straight line rigging, simply increasing pulling power, or main- taining a straight-line pulling situation. You will have to assess what technique is correct for your situation.
Page 570 568 STARTING AND OPERATING How To Change The Pulling Direction All winching operations should have a straight line from the winch to the object being pulled. This minimizes the wire rope collecting on one side of the drum affecting pulling efficiency and damaging wire rope. A snatch block, secured to a point directly in front of the vehicle will enable you to change your pulling direction while still allowing the wire rope to be at 90°...
Page 571: Power Steering
(tighten and back-off 1/2 turn). POWER STEERING Electric Power Steering — 1500 Models The electric power steering system will give you good Wire Rope Routing vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Because pulling power decreases with the number of in tight spaces.
Page 572 570 STARTING AND OPERATING the electric steering system experiences a fault that If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE prevents it from providing assist, you will still have the POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed ability to steer the vehicle manually. the EVIC/DID screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 573: Hydraulic Power Steering - 2500/3500 Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 571 Hydraulic Power Steering — 2500/3500 Models system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability CAUTION! in tight spaces.
Page 574: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L/6.4L Engines Only - If Equipped
572 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L/6.4L ENGINES CAUTION! ONLY — IF EQUIPPED Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting system as the chemicals can damage your power off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load steering components.
Page 575 STARTING AND OPERATING 573 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 576 574 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake parking brake. Always apply the parking brake failure and a collision.
Page 577: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 575 BRAKE SYSTEM system. You may experience some clicking or hissing noises from the hydro-boost system during hard braking If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, conditions. repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function.
Page 578: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
576 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) the vehicle comes to a complete stop. This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system and is The Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is de- normal. signed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions.
Page 579: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 577 pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s), and engine WARNING! (Continued) power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of stability. A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
Page 580: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
578 STARTING AND OPERATING applies optimum pressure to the brakes. The system WARNING! (Continued) applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergency • The BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those braking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis- resulting from excessive speed in turns, following tances.
Page 581 STARTING AND OPERATING 579 During operation, HSA will activate the brake control WARNING! system and a clicking noise may occur. If your foot is on the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded pedal movement.
Page 582 580 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing And Hauling With HSA WARNING! The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded • If you use a trailer brake controller with your or towing a trailer unless the TOW/HAUL switch, lo- trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and cated on the center stack, is selected.
Page 583: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 581 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! (Continued) The ESC system enhances directional control and stabil- • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle ity of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK corrects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle or using the parking brake, it will roll down the by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist...
Page 584 582 STARTING AND OPERATING All Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And Four-Wheel WARNING! Drive Vehicles In 2WD, 4WD AUTO, Or 4WD LOCK Modes Can Choose The Following ESC Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the Operating Modes: natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing ESC On road conditions.
Page 585 STARTING AND OPERATING 583 described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the WARNING! ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated. All other • When in “ESC Partial Off” mode, the TCS func- stability features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than TCS...
Page 586 584 STARTING AND OPERATING All Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD AUTO And In this mode, ESC and TCS except for the “limited slip” 4WD LOCK Modes Can Also Choose The feature described in the TCS section are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph (64 km/h).
Page 587: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 585 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this WARNING! light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at In the ESC Full Off mode, the engine torque reduc- speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- tion and stability features are disabled.
Page 588: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
586 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Trailer Sway Control (TSC) • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” The TSC system uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an excessively swaying trailer and will take the appro- and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- priate actions to attempt to stop the sway.
Page 589: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 587 TSC is only active in the default “ESC On” mode. TSC HDC has three states: can be disabled by pushing the “ESC Off” switch and 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate). entering “ESC Partial Off” mode. It is not active in the “ESC Partial Off”...
Page 590 588 STARTING AND OPERATING Activating HDC Gear Approximate HDC Set Speed Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if 3.1 mph (5 km/h) driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater 3.7 mph (6 km/h) than approximately 8%). The set speed for HDC is 4.3 mph (7 km/h) selectable by the driver, and can be adjusted by using the 5.0 mph (8 km/h)
Page 591 STARTING AND OPERATING 589 Driver Override: Disabling HDC The driver may override HDC activation with throttle or HDC will deactivate and be disabled if any of the brake application at anytime. following conditions occur: • The driver presses the HDC switch. Deactivating HDC HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of •...
Page 592 590 STARTING AND OPERATING • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash when HDC Feedback to the driver: deactivates due to overheated brakes. The flashing will The instrument cluster has a HDC icon and a HDC stop and HDC will activate again once the brakes have switch which has an LED which offers feedback to the cooled sufficiently.
Page 593: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 591 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 594 592 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 595 STARTING AND OPERATING 593 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...
Page 596: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
594 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
Page 597 STARTING AND OPERATING 595 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 598: Tire Terminology And Definitions
596 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body lo- cated behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 599: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 597 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 600 598 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information...
Page 601 STARTING AND OPERATING 599 XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 lbs (68 kg) = 750 lbs The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and (340 kg), and 1400 lbs (635 kg) – 750 lbs (340 kg) = trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed 650 lbs [295 kg]).
Page 602 600 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 603: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 601 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 604: Tire Inflation Pressures
602 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 605 STARTING AND OPERATING 603 At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 606: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
604 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Page 607: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 605 Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. Summer, Fall and Winter).
Page 608 606 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the Winter.
Page 609: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 607 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 610 608 STARTING AND OPERATING equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
Page 611 STARTING AND OPERATING 609 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 612: Tire Spinning
610 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 613: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 611 • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm).
Page 614 612 STARTING AND OPERATING wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect lent to the originals in size, quality and performance the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
Page 615: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 613 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION WARNING! (Continued) — IF EQUIPPED • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- capacity, other than what was originally equipped gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo.
Page 616 614 STARTING AND OPERATING Please follow the table below for proper tire size, chain type, and axle recommendations: Vehicle Axle Recommendations Tire Sizes Chain Class 1500 Models Rear Only P265/70R17 S Class 2500 Models Rear Only LT245/70R17E U Class LT265/70R18E...
Page 617 STARTING AND OPERATING 615 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable •...
Page 618: Tire Rotation Recommendations
616 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 619: Directional Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 617 Directional Tires — If Equipped Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped For the R/T package with 22” tires and wheels, the The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be rotational direction of the tire must be taken into consid- matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.
Page 620: Starting And Operating
618 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure CAUTION! Information System (TPIS): 3500 Dual Rear Tires may only have one approved • The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the unique sensors in the inner rear wheels to help identify asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off- them from the outer rear wheels, because of this, the...
Page 621: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 619 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- and natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 622 620 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 623: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 621 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
Page 624 622 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver In- values in a different color. An Inflate to XX message will formation Display (DID) also be displayed.
Page 625 STARTING AND OPERATING 623 vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure inflation value as shown in the Inflate to XX message. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC/DID will return to it’s original color, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 626 624 STARTING AND OPERATING SYSTEM message will no longer display, and a pressure Vehicles With Matching Full Size Spare value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault • The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly can occur due to any of the following: has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
Page 627 STARTING AND OPERATING 625 Vehicles With Non Matching Full Size Spare Or Com- SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and pact Spare then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. • The non matching full size spare or compact spare tire •...
Page 628: Tire Pressure Information System (Tpis) 3500 Series Trucks
626 STARTING AND OPERATING • Six TPM sensors (Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) applica- Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) 3500 Series Trucks tions) • Pressure display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS). Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses wire- The TPIS system will display all four (Single Rear Wheel...
Page 629: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 627 will no longer be displayed, and a pressure value will 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur 2. This device must accept any interference received, due to any of the following: including interference that may cause undesired op- •...
Page 630: L/6.4L Engines
628 STARTING AND OPERATING Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to performance. The use of premium gasoline (Over 89 your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at octane) is not recommended, as it will not provide any high engine speeds can cause damage and immediate benefit over regular gasoline in these engines.
Page 631: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 629 Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these Reformulated gasoline contain oxygenates and are spe- blends may result in starting and drivability prob- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
Page 632: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
630 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles MMT In Gasoline Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) line containing up to 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Lim- blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
Page 633: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 631 Materials Added To Fuel Fuel System Cautions Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane CAUTION! rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s that have these additives will help improve fuel performance: economy, reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle perfor-...
Page 634: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
632 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 635: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If
STARTING AND OPERATING 633 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every operate on E-85. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 636: Fuel Requirements
634 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements NOTE: • When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C), Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with any octane rating, or solely E-85 fuel, or any mixture of you may experience hard starting and rough idle these fuels.
Page 637: Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 635 that engine oils that are API Certified and meet the Cruising Range requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 be used. Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter MS-6395 contains additional requirements, developed than gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be during extensive fleet testing, to provide additional pro- experienced.
Page 638: Maintenance
636 STARTING AND OPERATING Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect drivability. ADDING FUEL The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind the fuel filler door, on the left side of the vehicle.
Page 639 STARTING AND OPERATING 637 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control running. system could result from using an improper fuel • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a tank filler tube cap.
Page 640: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
638 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! Static electricity can cause an ignition of flammable If the vehicle diagnostic system determines liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. To that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly reduce risk of serious injury or death when filling installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator containers:...
Page 641: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 639 VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 642 640 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size Loading The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents The actual total weight and the weight of the front and the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 643: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 641 Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way follow the requirements and recommendations in this the brakes operate. manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Page 644 642 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- and trailer when weighed in combination.
Page 645 STARTING AND OPERATING 643 Tongue Weight (TW) If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 646 644 STARTING AND OPERATING brake control, thereby enhancing towing safety. The addi- tion of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/ loading to comply with GAWR requirements.
Page 647 STARTING AND OPERATING 645 With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 648 646 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment Towing With 1500 Air Suspension 1. Set air suspension to normal ride height. No action is required if already in normal ride height. NOTE: The vehicle must remain in the engine running position while attaching a trailer for proper leveling of the air suspension system.
Page 649 8. The truck can now be driven. Jack mode will be canceled and vehicle will return to normal ride height NOTE: For Ram 2500/3500 trucks equipped with rear air when drive at speeds above 5mph (8kph). suspension, normal ride height or alternate ride height can be used.
Page 650: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
648 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel Fifth-Wheel Hitch opening on the fender to ground, this is height H2. The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle 5.
Page 651: Trailer Towing Weights
Tongue Weight train. Class III Bumper 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) / 500 lbs All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on Hitch - 1500 Model (226 kg) your vehicle. Class IV - 1500 11,000 lbs (4,989 kg) / 1100 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight...
Page 652: Trailer And Tongue Weight
650 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Page 653: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 651 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer train components the following guidelines are recom- mended: •...
Page 654 652 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as slack for turning corners.
Page 655 STARTING AND OPERATING 653 • When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor- WARNING! (Continued) mation” in “Starting And Operating” for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher 3. GAWR load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s 4.
Page 656 654 STARTING AND OPERATING • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over CAUTION! 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 1,653 lbs (750 kg). If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they Integrated Trailer Brake Module —...
Page 657 STARTING AND OPERATING 655 The user interface consists of the following: Manual Brake Control Lever Slide the manual brake control lever to the left to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’s brakes. If the manual brake control lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to the trailer brakes.
Page 658 656 STARTING AND OPERATING If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated Adjusting GAIN Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), the “Trailer Brake Status NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free Indicator Light” will flash. environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph GAIN Adjustment Buttons (+/-) (30–40 km/h).
Page 659 STARTING AND OPERATING 657 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel 8. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. level surface at a speed of 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h) and squeeze the manual brake control lever com- 5.
Page 660 658 STARTING AND OPERATING * The suggested selection depends and may change CAUTION! depending on the customer preferences for braking per- formance. Condition of the trailer brakes, driving and Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the road state may also affect the selection. ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braking.
Page 661 STARTING AND OPERATING 659 NOTE: Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer motoring safety.
Page 662 660 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 663: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 661 Towing Tips When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping vehicle in first gear (using the ERS shift control) can help and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy to avoid transmission overheating.
Page 664 662 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped Highway Driving • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Reduce speed. • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Air Conditioning drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until Turn off temporarily.
Page 665: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING 663 SNOWPLOW WARNING! 1500 Models Only Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely NOTE: Do not use this model vehicle for snowplow affect performance of the airbag system in a collision. applications. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as de- scribed earlier in this manual.
Page 666 664 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly CAUTION! recommended that the owner/installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Body The “Lamp Out” indicator could illuminate if exte- Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, installer or rior lamps are not properly installed.
Page 667 STARTING AND OPERATING 665 Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting pas- sengers. For Information about snowplow applications visit www.ramtrucks.com or refer to the current Body Build- Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica- ers Guide.
Page 668 666 STARTING AND OPERATING completely and position it as low as road or surface When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and drive- conditions permit. Do not exceed 40 mph (64 km/h). The train damage, the following precautions should be ob- operator should always maintain a safe stopping distance served.
Page 669: Recreational Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 667 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF Two-Wheel Four-Wheel Drive Models The Ground Drive Models Flat Tow NONE See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK ALLOWED • Manual transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL) •...
Page 670: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
668 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models • When recreationally towing your vehicle, always fol- DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. low applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is details.
Page 671: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 669 4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans- 5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for recre- remove the Key Fob.
Page 672 670 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the will leak from the transfer case, causing damage to transfer case.
Page 673 STARTING AND OPERATING 671 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, with the engine WARNING! running. Firmly apply the parking brake. You or others could be injured or killed if you leave 2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with air suspension, ensure NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height.
Page 674 672 STARTING AND OPERATING The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the 10. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. After the shift is transmission in gear (NOT in Neutral). On 8-speed completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, transmissions the shifter will automatically select release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
Page 675 STARTING AND OPERATING 673 during the shift, the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) flash continuously until all requirements are met or Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for until the NEUTRAL (N) button is released. normal usage.
Page 676 674 STARTING AND OPERATING • With electronic shift transfer case with rotary selector NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL (N), switch, press and hold the transfer case NEUTRAL turning the engine OFF is not required, but may be (N) button until the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light helpful to avoid gear clash.
Page 677 STARTING AND OPERATING 675 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 8. Start the engine. for a shift to take place and for the position indicator 9. Press and hold the brake pedal. lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the 10.
Page 679 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..683 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 6-SPEED ▫ Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series TRANSMISSION ..... . .733 Trucks .
Page 680 678 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ....739 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION ..... . .735 ▫...
Page 681: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 679 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the upper switch bank just below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 682: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
680 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 683 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 681 **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. NOTE: Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two drops of oil at the interface between the lug nut/bolt and the washer.
Page 684 682 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface 4 And 5 Lug Nuts/Bolts Torque Pattern Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated...
Page 685: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 683 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series Trucks • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to WARNING! lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 686 Jack Location The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Removal Of Jack And Tools (1500 Series) Jack Access Cover To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the front passengers seat.
Page 687 Remove the jack and tools by turning the wing bolt Release the tool bag straps from the jack and remove counterclockwise, remove the wing bolt and then slide tools from bag. the assembly out from under the seat. Jack And Tool Bag Jack And Tools (1500 Series)
Page 688 686 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES There are 2 ways to assemble the tools: CAUTION! Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising • The wheel wrench can only be attached to exten- sion 3. • When attaching the tool to the winch mechanism be sure the large flared end opening on extension 1 is positioned correctly over the winch mechanism adjusting nut.
Page 689 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 687 Assembled For Jack Operation WARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury.
Page 690 688 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Removing The Spare Tire 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle. Insert the tube through the access hole be- tween the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube.
Page 691 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 689 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable access to the spare tire retainer. slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
Page 692 690 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only.
Page 693 Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Jack Instructions (1500 Series) vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 694 692 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to careful of motor traffic. •...
Page 695 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 693 4x2 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location CAUTION! There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on lower control arm. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
Page 696 694 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES When changing a front wheel, place the scissor jack 4x4 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the below.
Page 697 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 695 When changing a front wheel, place the scissor jack 4x2 and 4x4 Rear Jacking Location under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel below.
Page 698 696 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. 4. By rotating the lug wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface.
Page 699 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 697 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off. Install WARNING! the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel. To avoid the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.
Page 700 698 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do 1. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is facing the not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts. ground and toward the rear of the vehicle for conve- nience in checking the spare tire inflation.
Page 701 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 699 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle.
Page 702 It cannot winch. be overtightened. Push against the tire several times to Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) ensure it is firmly in place. 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug.
Page 703 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 701 2. Position the jack and tool bag. Make sure the lug 3. Secure the tool bag straps to the jack. wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw. Jack And Tools Tied Jack And Tool Bag...
Page 704 Reinstall the plastic cover. under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor. Jack And Tools (1500 Series) Jack Hold Down Fastener NOTE: Ensure that the jack slides into the front hold down location.
Page 705: Jacking And Tire Changing 2500 And 3500 Series Trucks
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 703 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You in the original carrier and location. While driving could be crushed.
Page 706 704 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Removal Of Jack And Tools (2500, 3500 Series) To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the front passengers seat.
Page 707 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 705 Remove the jack and tools by turning the wing bolt Remove the jack and tools from the bracket assembly. counterclockwise, remove the wing bolt and then slide Turn the jack-turn-screw counterclockwise to release jack the assembly out from under the seat.
Page 708 706 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES There are 2 ways to assemble the tools: CAUTION! Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising • The wheel wrench can only be attached to exten- sion 3. • When attaching the tool to the winch mechanism be sure the large flared end opening on extension 1 is positioned correctly over the winch mechanism adjusting nut.
Page 709 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 707 Assembled For Jack Operation WARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury.
Page 710 708 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Removing The Spare Tire 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle. Insert the tube through the access hole be- tween the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube.
Page 711 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 709 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable access to the spare tire retainer. slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
Page 712 710 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only.
Page 713 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 711 Preparations Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. slippery areas.
Page 714 712 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to careful of motor traffic. •...
Page 715 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 713 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Using the lug wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Changing a dually tire requires the lug wrench adapter.
Page 716 714 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Lug Wrench Adapter Lug Wrench Adapter And Wrench...
Page 717 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 715 3. Placement of the jack: Front Jacking Location When changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front.
Page 718 716 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear Jacking Location Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive CAUTION! tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure extension tube.
Page 719 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 717 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off. On single rear-wheel (SRW) trucks, install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel. On 3500 dual rear-wheel models (DRW) trucks, if the outer tire is being re- placed then leave the inner wheel on the vehicle.
Page 720 718 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. For the correct lug nut torque refer to “Torque Specifications”...
Page 721 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 719 7. Install the wheel center cap and remove the wheel To Stow The Flat Or Spare blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel NOTE: Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immedi- center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap ately.
Page 722 720 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is facing the 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to ground and toward the rear of the vehicle for conve- tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it nience in checking the spare tire inflation.
Page 723 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 721 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube 4. Rotate the wheel wrench handle clockwise until the with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle. wheel is drawn into place against the underside of the Insert the tube through the access hole between the vehicle.
Page 724 722 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (2500 And 3500 Series) 1.
Page 725 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 723 3. Place the jack and tool bracket assembly in the storage 4. Turn the wing bolt clockwise to secure to the floor pan. position holding the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip Reinstall the plastic cover. the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor.
Page 726 724 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DRW), you must first remove the hub caps. The jack handle driver has a The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle hook at one end that will fit in the pull off notch of the off the ground.
Page 727: Hoisting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 725 You must use the flat end of the lug wrench to pull off the CAUTION! wheel skins. Locate the hub cap pull notches (2 notches on each cap). Insert the flat tip completely and using a Never use a floor jack directly under the differential back and forth motion, loosen the wheel skin.
Page 728: Preparations For Jump-Start
726 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 729 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 727 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 730: Jump-Starting Procedure
728 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 731 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 729 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper CAUTION! cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery Do not connect jumper cable to any of the fuses on and the fuel injection system.
Page 732: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
730 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the vehicle with the If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it discharged battery.
Page 733 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 731 CAUTION! CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- least one minute after every five rocking-motion...
Page 734 732 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. •...
Page 735: Shift Lever Override - 6-Speed Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 733 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use one of the following procedures to temporarily move the shift lever: Column Shifter —...
Page 736: Center Console Shifter - If Equipped
734 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Center Console Shifter — If Equipped 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the shift lever override access cover (located to the right of the shift lever).
Page 737: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 735 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the TRANSMISSION transmission will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead battery), a Manual Park Release is available. WARNING! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park...
Page 738 736 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Follow these steps to activate the Manual Park Release: 5. The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be towed. Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. securely connected to a tow vehicle.
Page 739: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 737 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
Page 740 738 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels 2WD Models 4WD Models Condition OFF the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: See instructions in “Recreational Tow- • Transmission in NEUTRAL ing” under “Starting and Operating” • 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed •...
Page 741: Two-Wheel Drive Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 739 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) Two-Wheel Drive Models while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with position, not the ACC position. all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 742: Four-Wheel Drive Models
740 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES and the rear wheels on a towing dolly, or (when using a forward direction, with ALL wheels on the ground), IF suitable steering wheel stabilizer to hold the front wheels the transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N) and the transmis- in the straight position) with the rear wheels raised and sion is in PARK (for automatic transmissions) or in gear the front wheels on the ground.
Page 743 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......751 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..744 ▫...
Page 744 742 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....768 BULB REPLACEMENT ....805 ▫...
Page 745 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 743 ▫ Chassis ......820 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS ......817 ▫...
Page 746: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
744 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 747: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 745 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (6-Speed Trans Only) 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (2500/3500 Models Only) 4 —...
Page 748: Engine Compartment - 6.4L
746 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Coolant Pressure Bottle 6 — Battery 2 — Transmission Dipstick 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Washer Solvent 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 —...
Page 749: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 747 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 750: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
748 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SELECT button to turn off the message. If the problem Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II continues, the message will appear the next time the system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently vehicle is started.
Page 751: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 749 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 752: Dealer Service
750 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 753: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 751 The best time to check the engine oil level is about five CAUTION! (Continued) minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will that protect the performance and durability of your improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 754 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months on This symbol means that the oil has 1500 trucks, whichever comes first. been certified by the American 2500 – 3500 Models Petroleum Institute (API). The •...
Page 755 Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine (1500/2500/3500 not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Models) Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engines (1500 Models MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® Only) or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem- peratures.
Page 756: Engine Oil Filter
754 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For 2500/3500 trucks with a 5.7L engine operating Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters under a gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs (6 Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and 350 kg) or greater, SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom- oil filters from your vehicle.
Page 757: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 755 quality filters should be used to assure most efficient Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters filter and are recommended. varies considerably.
Page 758 756 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1. Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover. 6.4L Air Cleaner Filter Cover 3.6L/5.7L Air Cleaner Filter Cover 1 — Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 — Spring Clips 1 — Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 —...
Page 759 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 757 2. Lift the air cleaner cover to access the air cleaner filter. 3. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly. Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly Air Cleaner Filter 1 — Air Cleaner Cover 1 —...
Page 760: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
758 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation Accessory Drive Belt Inspection NOTE: Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is WARNING! present before replacing the air filter element. • Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt 1.
Page 761 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 759 When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt. However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not normal.
Page 762: Maintenance-Free Battery
760 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Conditions that would require replacement: Belt replacement on some models requires the use of special tools, we recommend having your vehicle ser- • Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated from belt viced at an authorized dealer. body) Maintenance-Free Battery •...
Page 763: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 761 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use terminal posts and free of corrosion. •...
Page 764 762 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are tioning components.
Page 765: Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 763 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf Body Lubrication — If Equipped Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should tal Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product...
Page 766: Windshield Wiper Blades
764 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected periodically, not just when wiper performance problems Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the are experienced. This inspection should include the fol- windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a lowing points: mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 767 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 765 Wiper Blade Removal/Installation CAUTION! Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against the glass without the wiper blade in place or the glass may be damaged. 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position.
Page 768 766 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, press the release tab on the wiper blade and while holding the wiper arm with one hand, slide the wiper blade down towards the base of the wiper arm. Wiper Blade With Release Tab In Unlocked Position 1 —...
Page 769 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 767 3. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper 4. Gently lower the wiper arm onto the glass. blade from the wiper arm. Installing The Front Wipers 1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position.
Page 770: Exhaust System
768 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should Commercially available windshield washer solvents be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not ra- must be exercised when filling or working around diator antifreeze).
Page 771 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 769 If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; WARNING! (Continued) or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; information.
Page 772 770 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! (Continued) engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Page 773: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 771 Cooling System spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the WARNING! radiator core. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 774 772 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 775 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 773 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS.90032) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 776 774 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 777 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 775 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is with your local authorities to determine the disposal overheated.
Page 778 776 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To check the coolant level: 2. Lift and remove the plastic dipstick from the reservoir neck. 1. Open the coolant reservoir. Coolant Reservoir Dipstick Opening The Coolant Reservoir 3. Check the coolant level on the dipstick.
Page 779 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 777 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- bottle need only be checked once a month.
Page 780: Brake System
778 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant condenser clean.
Page 781 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 779 With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and should be conducted.
Page 782: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
780 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 783 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 781 For 1500 Model axles, the fluid level should be even with NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will the bottom of the fill hole (within 1/4 in (6.4 mm) of edge result in corrosion and possible failure of differential of hole) for the FDU215 HD front axle and C235FE rear components.
Page 784: Transfer Case
782 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When refilling an axle with a Limited Slip Differ- Automatic Transmission ential, (which requires a Limited Slip Additive), the Selection Of Lubricant Limited Slip Additive should be added before the gear It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to lubricant is added to insure proper additive fill.
Page 785 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 783 CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 786 784 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use the following procedure to check the transmission CAUTION! fluid level properly: If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- 1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- EVIC/DID screen, and operate the vehicle as required age may occur.
Page 787 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 785 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below seated. the operating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick 7.
Page 788: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
786 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the Fluid And Filter Changes transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is maintenance intervals.
Page 789 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 787 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with What Causes Corrosion? clear water.
Page 790 788 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
Page 791 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 789 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 792 790 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
Page 793 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 791 Glass Surfaces CAUTION! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as household-type glass cleaner.
Page 794 792 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be WARNING! used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and rag.
Page 795 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 793 Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped 2. Mix a mild soap or detergent with water with a soft cloth or brush. During ownership, the shine and luster of the Spray-On Bedliner can fade from oxidation, road dirt, heavy-duty 3.
Page 796: Fuses
794 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Repairing The Spray-On Bedliner WARNING! (Continued) While extremely tough, it is possible to damage a with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never Spray-On Bedliner. One common condition is when replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other loading a heavy pallet and dragging that pallet across the material.
Page 797: Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 795 Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 798 Diesel Fuel Heater – If Equipped (Special Services Vehicle & Cum- mins Diesel) 30 Amp Pink (1500 LD Diesel) 40 Amp Green Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 50 Amp Red Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 – If Equipped...
Page 799 40 Amp Green Body Controller #4 / Power Locks 30 Amp Pink Smart Bar – If Equipped 20 Amp Blue SCR – If Equipped (1500 LD Diesel) 30 Amp Pink (Cummins Diesel) 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Module 30 Amp Pink...
Page 800 Trailer Tow Parking Lights – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Receptacle 30 Amp Pink Urea Heater Control – If Equipped (1500 LD Diesel) 30 Amp Pink Drive Train Control Module – If Equipped 20 Amp Blue Special Services Vehicle Only 30 Amp Pink Vehicle System Interface Module #2 –...
Page 801 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 799 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter — If Equipped 20 Amp Yellow Horn 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel Cluster 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module –...
Page 802 800 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red (1500 PM Sensor – If Equipped LD Diesel & Cummins Diesel) 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Urea Heater (Cummins Diesel)
Page 803 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 801 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Equipped (Gas Engine & 1500 LD Diesel) 10 Amp Red (Cum- mins Diesel Engine) 10 Amp Red Coolant Temperature Valve Actuator 10 Amp Red...
Page 804 802 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 10 Amp Red Air Suspension-If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering Column Control Module 15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster F90/F91 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear seats) Customer Selectable...
Page 805: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 803 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F101 15 Amp Blue Electrochromatic Mirror / Smart High Beams – If Equipped F104 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlets (Instrument Panel/Center Console) VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we •...
Page 806: Replacement Bulbs
804 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved. Base Quad Headlamp – H11LL Low Beam Interior Bulbs Base Quad Headlamp – 9005LL High Beam Bulb Number Front Turn Signal Lamp...
Page 807: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 805 Bulb Number Bulb Number shape) Marker Lamp Fog Lamp (Vertical 9006 Side Marker Lamps shape) (Dual Rear Wheels) Center High Mounted 921K Backup Lamp Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Rear License Plate Lamp Rear Cargo Lamp BULB REPLACEMENT LED Center High LED (Serviced at Autho- Mounted Stop Lamp...
Page 808: Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam
806 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn — If Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the six plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
Page 809 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 807 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house 9. Remove the headlamp assembly. Grasp the outboard splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the disengage the ball stud from the plastic grommet.
Page 810: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
808 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: There are access covers over both headlamp bulb Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps access holes in the quad front lamp unit housing (if 1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed equipped).
Page 811 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 809 2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward far 3. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the enough to unsnap the two receptacles on the outboard bulb socket. side of the lamp housing from the two plastic snap 4.
Page 812: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) With
810 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. CHMSL Connector Location 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing. 4.
Page 813: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 811 • Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. CHMSL Bulb And Socket CAUTION! Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other...
Page 814 812 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the bulb socket ¼ turn and pull it from the lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. assembly. Removing The Bulb From The Bulb Socket Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp...
Page 815: Rear Lamp Bar Id Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 813 Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If 2. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise to access the Equipped bulb. 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access 3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. to the bulb sockets.
Page 816: Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
814 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If 1. Push rearward on the side marker lamp assembly. Equipped 2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender. 3. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise and remove from assembly to access the bulb. 4.
Page 817: Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 26 Gallons 98 Liters 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models (Optional) 32 Gallons 121 Liters 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 117 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons...
Page 818 13.7 Quarts 13 Liters Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the require- ments of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.) 5.7L Engine – 1500 Models (We recommend you use MOPAR® 18.3 Quarts 17.3 Liters Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.)
Page 819 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 817 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 820 818 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine 2500/3500 We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the trucks operating under a gross com- requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, bined weight rating greater than Pennzoil®, Shell Helix®...
Page 821 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 819 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- may plug the radiator. gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine •...
Page 822 ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or ment) performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Page 823 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 821 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lu- bricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Ax- les require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR®...
Page 825 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart ....826 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .824...
Page 826 This means that ser- exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months on vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions 1500 trucks, whichever comes first. such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will 2500 –...
Page 827 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 825 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
Page 828 826 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level.
Page 829 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 827 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. Adjust parking brake as neces- sary. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace spark plugs.** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever...
Page 830 828 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto- matic only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto- matic only).
Page 831 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 829 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, WARNING! (Continued) yearly intervals do not apply. you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- WARNING! chanic.
Page 833: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .833 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 834 832 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .839 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....839 ▫...
Page 835: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 833 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 836: Fca Usa Llc Customer Center
834 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and FCA USA LLC Customer Center the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed P.O. Box 21–8004 correctly and in a timely manner. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first.
Page 837: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 835 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only Impaired (TDD/TTY) the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 838: Warranty Information
836 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 839: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 837 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 840 838 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Manuals Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the mation that students and professional technicians need in assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles.
Page 841 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 839 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 842 840 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 843 INDEX...
Page 844 842 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .773 Air Conditioner Maintenance ....761 Adding Fuel ......636 Air Conditioning .
Page 845 INDEX 843 Auto Down Power Windows ....47 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..30 Automatic Door Locks ..... .39 Belts, Seat.
Page 846 844 INDEX Camera, Rear ......207 Child Restraint ......82 Camper .
Page 847 INDEX 845 Automatic ......405 Cupholders ......232 Cold Weather Operation .
Page 848 846 INDEX Remote .......37 Electronic Range Select (ERS) ..462, 471, 483 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .
Page 849 INDEX 847 Break-In Recommendations ....113 Exhaust Gas Caution....114, 632 Compartment .
Page 850 848 INDEX Flooded Engine Starting ....445 Gasoline ......627 Fluid, Brake .
Page 851 INDEX 849 Glass Cleaning ......791 Heated Mirrors ..... . .139, 242 Grocery Bag Retainer.
Page 852 850 INDEX Information Center, Vehicle ....297, 325 Keyless Enter-N-Go .....42, 443 Inside Rearview Mirror .
Page 853 INDEX 851 Airbag ......78, 116, 285 Headlights ......165 Alarm .
Page 854 852 INDEX Limited-Slip Differential ....545, 781 Lubricant Selection ..... .820 Loading Vehicle .
Page 855 INDEX 853 Occupant Restraints ......49 Outside Rearview Mirrors ....134 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .
Page 856 854 INDEX Power Radio Operation ......393 Distribution Center (Fuses) ....795 Radio (Sound Systems) .
Page 857 INDEX 855 Remote Control Restraints, Occupant ......49 Starting System ......34 Rotation, Tires .
Page 858 856 INDEX Seat Belt Maintenance ..... .792 Rear Folding ..... . .152, 153 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 859 INDEX 857 Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral Remote .......34 (N) .
Page 860 858 INDEX Tachometer......285 Pressure Warning Light ....285 Tailgate .
Page 861 INDEX 859 Recreational ......667 Automatic ....455, 464, 476, 782 Weight .
Page 862 860 INDEX Uconnect® Voice Command....417 Washing Vehicle ......787 Uniform Tire Quality Grades .
Page 863 INDEX 861 Windshield Washers....177, 178, 768 Fluid ......177, 768 Windshield Wiper Blades .
Page 864 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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