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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
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 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ... .6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Van Conversions/Campers
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for 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 — IF EQUIPPED ......21 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors .....26 WINDOWS ......38 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .110 (BeltAlert ) ......60 DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition System Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with either an Ignition Node Module (IGNM) which operates similar to a stan- Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) — 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.
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
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 Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center WARNING! (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and push ignition button to place ignition in OFF position.
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 unauthor- seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the ized 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 after-market 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 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer. and ignition for unauthorized operation.
Page 24: To Arm The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm will also disarm if a pro- grammed Sentry Key is inserted into the ignition The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the switch.
Page 25: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED dimmer control is in the “Dome OFF” position (rotate The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the horizontal thumb wheel on the bottom of the switch to Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the the far left detent position).
Page 26: Remote Unlock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into Remote Unlock The Doors the ignition switch disables the system from responding Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door (If EVIC is at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all...
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- following procedure: ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the 1.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the following procedure: Vehicle Security Alarm System. 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed To Lock The Doors RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but no Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-...
Page 29: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to following procedure: sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 1.
Page 30: Programming Additional Transmitters
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 31: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and radios.
Page 32: How To Use Remote Start
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar NOTE: • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start will automatically lock the doors. • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault •...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the message “Insert Key/ Turn To On” will flash in the EVIC until you insert the Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or Key Fob into the ignition switch.
Page 35: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is activated. These features will stay on through the duration of remote start or until the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deactivated through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 36: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
34 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 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 to operate. A chime will sound if the Key Fob is in the ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to remove the Key Fob. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 38: Child-Protection Door Lock
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock Doors Programming — If Equipped Child-Protection Door Lock The Auto Unlock Doors feature can be enabled or dis- To provide a safer environment for children riding in the abled as follows: rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle have the Child-Protection Door Lock system.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 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 40: Windows
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS The control on the left front door panel has UP-DOWN switches that give you fingertip control of all power Power Windows – If Equipped windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control and on the rear doors of the Crew Cab models.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Auto-Down WARNING! Both the driver and front passenger window switch have • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with an Auto-Down feature. Press the window switch past the access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to first detent, release, and the window will go down be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a automatically.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way up during the Reset Auto-Up Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset.
Page 43: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 controls, press the window LOCK button again and Wind Buffeting return the switch to the released or up position. Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft “Uconnect settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver ment Panel”...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front Transmitter In Vehicle driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all doors.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: • After pressing 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: Occupant Restraints
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether Some of the most important safety features in your for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold vehicle are the restraint systems: infant and child restraint systems.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear facing child restraints should never (Refer to “Child Restraints”).
Page 50: Lap/Shoulder Belts
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or belts are designed to go around the large bones of outside of a vehicle.
Page 52 50 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, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. up on the shoulder belt.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Regular Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position...
Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, WARNING! grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create • If the black latch and black buckle are not properly a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 59: Center Lap Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Center Lap Belts The center seating position for the Crew Cab front seat has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click. To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull.
Page 60: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Crew Cab Left Center Right The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or First Row Cinch a cinching latch plate which are used to secure a child Second Row Cinch restraint system.
Page 61: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 WARNING! WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the...
Page 62: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger Locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emer-...
Page 63: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belts And Pregnant Women (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts notification. throughout their pregnancies.
Page 64: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi- tions.
Page 65: Air Bag System Components
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator Air Bag System Components design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag inflation based on several factors, including the severity system components: and type of collision.
Page 66: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag driver and front passenger (if equipped) air bags. This on the instrument panel, because any such objects system provides output appropriate to the severity and could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision...
Page 67: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Knee Impact Bolsters Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the certain frontal collisions depending on several factors, front passenger, and position the front occupant for the including the severity and type of collision.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light away from an inflating air bag.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Driver And Passenger (if equipped) Advanced The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Front Air Bag Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 functions after an event, the ignition switch must be operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 to speak with you or other vehicle occupants and hear WARNING! (Continued) sounds occurring in the vehicle. The vehicle’s 9-1-1 Call • The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi- system will attempt to remain connected with the 9-1-1 cle’s electrical system.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • The ignition key is in OFF position; NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s wireless and GPS antennas. You could prevent wireless • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact; and GPS signal reception, which can prevent your vehicle •...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the air bag system.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 76: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check You will want to have the air bags ready to the fuse block for blown fuses.
Page 77: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the •...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for WARNING! children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Con- younger and who have not reached vertible Child Restraint, facing rear- the height or weight limits of their...
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until an air bag.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints — Quad Cab /Crew Cab 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...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints — Standard Cab, Mega Cab 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...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 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 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Quad Cab /Crew Cab Full Bench Standard Cab Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Quad Cab /Mega Cab /Crew Cab Split Bench Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Quad Cab /Crew Cab What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child restraint) until the combined weight of the for using the LATCH anchorage sys- child and the child restraint is 65 lbs tem to attach the child restraint?
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Can two child restraints be attached Never “share” a LATCH anchorage using a common lower LATCH an- with two or more child restraints. chorage? 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...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mega Cab /Standard Cab What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child restraint) until the combined weight of the for using the LATCH anchorage sys- child and the child restraint is 65 lbs tem to attach the child restraint?
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Can two child restraints be attached Never “share” a LATCH anchorage using a common lower LATCH an- with two or more child restraints. chorage? 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...
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages — Quad Cab /Mega Cab /Crew Cab 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 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Cab models have tether strap anchorages located behind each of the rear seats. Mega Cab Tether Strap Mounting (Behind Covers) LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Regular Cab Tether Strap Mounting Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower 1 —...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child tether strap.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child that seating position. For some second row seats, you restraint systems will be installed as described here.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint the child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the turer’s instructions.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will Belt make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode”...
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Quad Cab /Mega Cab /Crew Cab Standard Cab...
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Quad Cab /Crew Cab What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child restraint) using the seat belt to install a for- for using the Tether Anchor with the ward facing child restraint, up to the seat belt to attach a forward facing...
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mega Cab /Standard Cab What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) The Tether Anchor can be used with weight + weight of the child restraint) the seat belt until the combined for using the Tether Anchor with the weight of the child and the child seat belt to attach a forward facing...
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. 1.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the facing out, away from the child restraint. Repeat steps 4 belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. to 6, above, to complete the installation of the child restraint.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 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 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 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 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Right or Left Outboard Seats: WARNING! 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. bag.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 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 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see NOTE: If there are child seats in both of the outboard diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the (left and right) seating positions, the tether strap hooks of child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 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 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
Page 112: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 11 Engine Break-In Recommendations
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 113: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent loaded operating conditions which allow the engine engine lugging. parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first 6,000 miles (10 000 km). •...
Page 114: Exhaust Gas
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat confined areas any longer than needed to move belts.
Page 115: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and interfer-...
Page 117: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. WARNING! (Continued) Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
Page 119: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — MIRRORS ......121 If Equipped.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped ..136 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped ....147 ▫...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......155 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...163 ▫...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Storage (Regular Cab) ....180 CUPHOLDERS ......174 ▫...
Page 123: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror 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 124: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming 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 125: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display — 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.
Page 126: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 127: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 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, press either the L (left) or R (right) The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but-...
Page 128: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using the mirror control switch, press 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 129: Slide-On-Rod" Features Of Sun Visor - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the “Slide-On-Rod” until the sun visor is in the desired position. Illuminated Vanity Mirror “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 130: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
128 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 131: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 SEATS WARNING! (Continued) Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle. vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Page 132: Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with an eight-way power driver’s seat. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion. There are two power seat switches that are used to control the move- ment of the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of move in the direction of the switch.
Page 134: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward CAUTION! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Do not place any article under a power seat or impede Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat move in the direction of the switch.
Page 135: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats On some models, the front and rear seats may be may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions.
Page 136: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The engine must be running for the heated seats to Rear Heated Seats operate. On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will seats are located on the rear of the center console.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 The ventilated seat switches are located in the switch NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated bank in the center stack of the instrument panel just seats to operate. below the climate controls as well as soft keys located in Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start the radio screen.
Page 138: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped have reached the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The sure that the seat adjusters have latched.
Page 139: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 On some models the back of the center portion (20%) Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat compartment.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Rear Head Restraints The outboard head restraints can be adjusted.
Page 141: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 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 142: Programming The Memory Feature
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming The Memory Feature Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the 1. Insert the ignition key fob, and turn the ignition switch following: to the ON/RUN position. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go 2.
Page 143: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • The Recall Memory with Remote Linked to Memory To program your RKE transmitters, perform the following: feature can be enabled through the Electronic Vehicle 1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or change the Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable...
Page 144: Memory Position Recall
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Position Recall Driver Two Memory Position Recall • To recall the memory setting for driver two using the NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not memory switch, press MEMORY button number 2 on in PARK, a message will be displayed in the Electronic the memory switch.
Page 145: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever from right to left to To open the hood, two latches must be released. release it, before raising the hood.
Page 146: Lights
144 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 147: Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog Headlights light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens switch clockwise to the headlight position.
Page 148: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped When the system is on, the Headlight Delay feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on for up to This system automatically turns the headlights on or off 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the OFF according to ambient light levels.
Page 149: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. Rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO (A) position. • SmartBeam™ can be turned on or off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding 3. Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 151: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3. Rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the AUTO (A) to the on position. 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.
Page 152: Lights-On Reminder
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when eight minutes.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 This is also known as the Party mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. 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).
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pressing on the corresponding lens. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 155: Cargo Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Ambient Light Cargo Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The cargo lights are turned on by pressing on the cargo feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- button. ity of the floor console area.
Page 156: Multifunction Lever
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 157: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Lane Change Assist High/Low Beam Switch Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash panel to switch the headlights to high beam.
Page 158: Windshield Wipers And Washers
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 159: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to could lead to a collision. You might not see other the second detent.
Page 160: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
Page 161: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are following conditions: not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 162: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Ad- justable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”. NOTE: • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel.
Page 164: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch to turn on the heated WARNING! steering wheel. The light on the switch will illuminate to indicate the steering Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. wheel heater is on. Pressing the switch You could lose control and have an accident.
Page 165: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater.
Page 166: To Activate
164 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 167: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to speed memory.
Page 168: Overhead Console - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on The overhead console is located on the headliner above moderate hills is normal. the review mirror.
Page 169: Courtesy/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Courtesy/Reading Lights Both lights in the overhead console and rear passenger compartment will illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (full right position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped.
Page 170: Electrical Power Outlets
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 Volt power outlets have a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12V DC”, together with either a key symbol or a battery symbol.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following CAUTION! locations: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts • Lower left and lower right of the center stack when (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 172 170 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 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • Rear of the center console storage compartment — All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be Quad Cab or Crew Cab. removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Page 174: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — CAUTION! IF EQUIPPED • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not used to hold the ash receiver.
Page 175: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 For vehicles equipped with a floor console the cuphold- ers may be used. 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.
Page 176: Cupholders
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor WARNING! Storage Bin To avoid serious injury or death: For vehicles equipped with bucket seats two cupholders • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. are located in the floor storage bin. •...
Page 177: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab STORAGE Glove Box Storage Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders The glove box is located on the passenger side of the located in the center armrest. instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper glove box push upward on the handle To open the lower glove box, pull on the handle to release release. The glove box door will automatically open. the latch and lower the door. Lower Glove Box Upper Glove Box...
Page 179: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Door Storage Rear Door Storage — Crew Cab Storage compartments are located in both the driver and Front Door Storage — If Equipped passenger door trim panels. Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) are located in the door trim panels.
Page 180: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Bin With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to open the lower storage bin.
Page 182: Seatback Storage
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 183: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Storage Bin Crew Cab Storage 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 184: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
182 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 The rear window defroster button is located on handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the climate control panel.
Page 185: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC White Telltales ....209 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..187 ▫...
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Manual Climate Controls With Uconnect ACCESS RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED . .239 Touch-Screen — If Equipped ... . .248 iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .239 ▫...
Page 189: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Gear Selector/Transfer Case Position Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 14 — Ignition Switch 3 — Radio 9 —...
Page 190: Instrument Cluster - Premium
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 191: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is 1. Tachometer not functioning and that service is required. However, The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions the conventional brake system will continue to operate Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain WARNING! on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not come A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced on during starting, have the condition investigated above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either 6. Brake Warning Light indicator remains on and does not flash, or flashes at a This light monitors various brake functions, rapid rate. including brake fluid level and parking brake 5.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver’s seat applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. belt remains unbuckled, the seat belt reminder light will flash or remain on continuously.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Oil Pressure Warning Light 12. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This indicator will illuminate when the park light should turn on momentarily when the engine is lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 16. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 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 inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the Tire” message in the odometer (Base Cluster), or in the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) screen in- tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- 22. TOW/HAUL played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle The TOW HAUL button is located on the center Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic stack upper switch bank.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 201: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful The system allows the driver to select information by information by pressing the switches mounted on the pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering steering wheel.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • UP Arrow Button • SELECT/RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press and release the SELECT/RIGHT arrow upward through the main menu and sub- button to access/select the information screens menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, or sub-menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 204: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the Displays cluster and consists of eight sections: 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 8. 4WD Status the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” 9. Selectable Gauge 2 and “Low Tire Pressure”. 10. Selectable Gauge 1 • Unstored Messages The main display area will normally display the main This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main...
Page 206: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An message temporarily, press and release the MENU but- example of this message type is “Automatic High ton. To reset the oil change indicator system (after Beams On”. performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
Page 207: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Oil Pressure Low 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds. • Oil Change Due 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. • Fuel Low NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you •...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Brake Fluid Low • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Service Electronic Braking System • Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low • Engine Temperature Hot • Remote Start Aborted Too Cold • Battery Voltage Low •...
Page 209: Evic Amber Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 • Door Open • Transmission Too cold Idle with Engine On • Doors Open • Washer Fluid Low • Gear Not Available The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the •...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Low Coolant Level Indicator • Loose Gascap Indicator This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle If the vehicle diagnostic system determines coolant level is low. that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator will display in the telltale display area.
Page 211: Evic White Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 EVIC Red Telltales WARNING! This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These If you continue operating the vehicle when the telltales include: Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- • Door Ajar nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and This light will turn on to indicate that one or cause a fire.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Light check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential engine is running.
Page 213: Evic Green Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further EVIC Green Telltales overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, • Electronic Speed Control SET the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous This telltale will illuminate green when the chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Digital Speedometer Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Digital display icon is high- button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted lighted in the EVIC.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” “Tire Pressure” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and under “Starting and Operating” for further information. release the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button and one of the Trip A following will be displayed: If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle ICON is...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button button until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the until the Fuel Economy icon is highlighted. EVIC.
Page 217: Personal Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Trailer Tow Screen Setup Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trailer Tow icon is highlighted. button until the Screen Setup display icon is Press the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button and highlighted in the EVIC.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button to Language display one of the following choices. When in this display you may select one of six languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions For vehicles equipped with a 7” EVIC screen and not equipped with a Uconnect Access 8.4 radio.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Nav–Turn By Turn – If Equipped been selected. Refer to “Rear Park Assist System” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for sys- When this feature is selected, the navigation system tem function and operating information. utilizes voice commands, guiding through the drive route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- Tilt Mirror In Reverse...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL check-mark is removed showing the system has been then press and release the SELECT button until a check- deactivated. When the system is deactivated, the system mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting reverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the showing the system has been activated, or the check- system has been activated or the check-mark is removed mark is removed showing the system has been deacti- showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL feature showing the system has been activated, or the feature showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated. deactivated.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is selected, all of Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL your selection, press and release the SELECT button until Key-Off Power Delay a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the When this feature is selected, the power window system has been activated or the check-mark is removed switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 225: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Trailer Brake Type Calibrate Compass When this feature is selected, the Trailer Brake Type can Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. be changed between “Light Electric”, “Heavy Electric”, Compass Variance “Light EOH” and “Heavy EOH”. To make your selection, Refer to “Compass Display”...
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Time • Oil Temp • Range To Empty (RTE) • Time • Average MPG • Range To Empty (RTE) • Current MPG • Average MPG • Trip A • Current MPG • Trip B •...
Page 227: Uconnect Access Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • Trans Temp • Time • Oil Temp • Range • Time • AVG MPG • Range • Current MPG • AVG MPG • Trailer Brake Gain • Current MPG Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) •...
Page 228: Hard-Keys
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys Soft-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect Access sys- Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect Access display. tem in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right Access 8.4 Settings side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- Press the Apps soft-key, then press the Settings soft-key to...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete either press the Back When in this display, you may select the brightness with Arrow soft-key or the Back hard-key to return to the the headlights on.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Touchscreen Beep language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that setting has been selected. Touch When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is •...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • Fuel Saver Display In Cluster • Set Time Hours The “ECO” message is located in the instrument cluster When in this display, you may adjust the hours. The Sync display, this message can be turned on or off. To make with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse check-mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back When this feature is selected, the outside sideview mir- arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN Safety / Assistance position and the transmission shift lever is in the RE-...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 disappear. The ParkView camera is located on the rear the Hill Start Assist soft-key, until a check-mark appears of the vehicle above the rear License plate. To make your next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. selection, touch the ParkView Backup Camera soft-key, Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Illumination On Approach • Auto Dim High Beams “SmartBeam™” — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) will deactivate automatically under certain conditions.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 • Flash Headlights With Lock opened. To make your selection, touch the Auto Unlock On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touch the Sound Horn With Lock soft-key, until a check- passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press been selected.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 your selection, touch the Passive Entry soft-key, until a Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to soft-key the following settings will be available.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Off Delay Seats soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds Engine Off Options when exiting the vehicle.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Equalizer • Surround Sound When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – To make your selection, touch the Surround Sound setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow between the + and –...
Page 241: Uconnect Access Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • Channel Skip Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on SiriusXM™ can be programmed to designate a group of the screen or visit the provider online. channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scanning.
Page 242: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect Access User’s Manual.
Page 243: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 The button located in the center of the right hand control CD Player will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next source.
Page 244: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does or anti-static sprays. not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be 5.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Front Blower Control There are four blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the OFF position.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Use this control to regulate the tem- Mode control allows you to choose perature of the air inside the passenger from several patterns of air distribu- compartment. Rotating the knob coun- tion.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Bi-Level Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at any conditions other than full cold or full hot), between the windshield.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Recirculation Control mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because Press this button to choose between outside air of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum intake or recirculation of the air inside the defogging, select the outside air position.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem- MAX A/C perature. Also, make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or For maximum cooling, when MAX A/C is selected the Floor modes. A/C is turned on automatically and the air is recirculated.
Page 250: Manual Climate Controls With
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — Soft-Keys If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the radio touch-screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys located below the radio touch-screen. Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Climate Controls — Hard-keys...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 3. Front Defrost Button Soft-keys) Press and release to change the current airflow setting 1. A/C Button to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this feature is ON. Performing this function will cause the Press and release to change the current setting, the ATC to switch into manual mode.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Modes CAUTION! The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, the heating elements: demister outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings •...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 6. Blower Control ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced warmer air from the floor outlets. through the climate system.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Climate Control OFF Button Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, ON/OFF. you may wish to recirculate interior air by 8.
Page 255: Automatic Climate Controls With
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — Soft-Keys If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the radio touch-screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys located below the radio touch-screen. Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 3. Front Defrost Button Soft-keys) Press and release to change the current airflow setting to 1. A/C Button Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- ture is ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC Press and release to change the current setting, the to switch into manual mode.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 5. Modes CAUTION! The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, the heating elements: demister outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings •...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 6. Blower Control ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced warmer air from the floor outlets. through the climate system.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 7. Climate Control OFF Button 10. AUTO Temperature Control Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and ON/OFF. the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and release to select. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for 8.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units to maintain by adjusting the driver and passenger tem- by selecting the US/M customer-programmable feature. perature hard or soft control buttons. Once the desired Refer to the “Uconnect Access System Settings”...
Page 261: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 knob when this button is selected. Push the button a Winter Operation second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- allow outside air into the vehicle. mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen- NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may...
Page 262: Window Fogging And Frosting
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging and Frosting Outside Air Intake Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of the glass in Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the mild, rainy and/or humid weather. Windows may frost windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 263: Operating Tips Chart
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .273 STARTING PROCEDURES ....267 ▫ Normal Starting..... . .267 ▫...
Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case BRAKE SYSTEM ..... . .302 (Four-Position Switch) – If Equipped ..288 ▫...
Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 265 ▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires – SNOW TIRES ......329 If Equipped......321 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .
Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability . . .357 VEHICLE LOADING ....338 ▫ Certification Label ....338 ▫...
Page 269: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. lever. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not The starter should not be operated for more than 15- leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 270: Automatic Transmission
268 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or −29°C) Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting into any an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- driving range.
Page 271: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not WARNING! have enough power to continue running when the key • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into fob is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor.
Page 272: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
270 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits Remember to disconnect the engine block heater quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, when the engine is idling normally and your foot is or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed. firmly pressing the brake pedal. •...
Page 274: Key Ignition Park Interlock
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with lock which requires the transmission shifter to be in access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position.
Page 275: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System Six–Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) — If Equipped This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the transmission The shift lever position display (located in the instrument shifter in PARK unless the brakes are applied.
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If parking brake. Always apply the parking brake your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in...
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- will not move out of PARK.
Page 280 278 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- During cold temperatures, transmission operation may ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the be modified depending on engine and transmission transmission shift schedule and expand the range of temperature as well as vehicle speed.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be earliest possible convenience.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 shifting between all available gears. Tapping the ERS (-) To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+) switch will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in switch until “D” is once again displayed in the shift lever the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the top position indicator in the instrument cluster.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due The automatic transmission includes an electronically to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans- mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the mission will automatically downshift (for engine brak-...
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the NOTE: instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time transmission will not shift to sixth gear, until the restores normal operation.
Page 286: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
284 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H EQUIPPED position for normal street and highway conditions such as dry, hard surfaced roads. Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with either a manually shifted transfer case or an electronically shifted When additional traction is required, the 4H and 4L transfer case.
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 the transfer case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, position. There is no light for the 2H or NEUTRAL there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping positions.
Page 288: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
286 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 289: Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelera- completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due tor pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned.
Page 290: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
288 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides four (Four-Position Switch) – If Equipped mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is •...
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” in this Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights section for specific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and and 4WD LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery 4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate road surfaces only.
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: means that the four-wheel drive system is not function- ing properly and that service is required. 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain WARNING! 2.
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends For additional information on the appropriate use of each on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each transfer case mode position, see the information below: wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the drivetrain.
Page 294: Shifting Procedure
292 STARTING AND OPERATING • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case 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 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 NOTE: The four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts Preferred Procedure between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or rear 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 296: Limited-Slip Differential
294 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL position. The limited-slip differential provides additional traction on snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly when 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not there is a difference between the traction characteristics flashing), shift the transmission back into gear.
Page 297: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES WARNING! Acceleration On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differential Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- never run the engine with one rear wheel off the pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull ground since the vehicle may drive through the rear erratically to the right or left.
Page 298: Traction
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 299: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause damage shallow standing water, consider the following Caution to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always and Warning before doing so. inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., CAUTION!
Page 300: Power Steering
298 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 301: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- CAUTION! ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end system.
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is located below the When the parking brake is applied with the ignition lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 on the transmission locking mechanism may make it WARNING! (Continued) difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or The parking brake should always be applied whenever in a location accessible to children, and do not the driver is not in the vehicle.
Page 304: Brake System
302 STARTING AND OPERATING will be evident by increased pedal travel during applica- CAUTION! tion, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and activation of the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the Warning Light”...
Page 305: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor WARNING! makes a low humming noise during operation. This is normal. The Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System contains The ABS conducts a low-speed selftest at about 10 mph sophisticated electronic equipment.
Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The ABS includes an amber warning light. When the light • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The system the natural laws of physics from acting on the reverts to standard, non-anti-lock brakes.
Page 307: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded Example: T145/80D18 103M.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 310: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 311: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located 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 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 312: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
310 STARTING AND OPERATING 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. Tire Placard Location...
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 317: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 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 318: Tire Inflation Pressures
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the door.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressure – 4500/5500 With Steel Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Mounted To Carcass Ply Tires Vehicle This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewall. As During procedures when adding tire inflation pressure, such, they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires. the technician or individual must utilize a remote infla- Adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel tion device, and ensure that all persons are clear of the...
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 4500/5500 Tire Inflation...
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation assembly mounted on a vehicle, use a Remote Mount The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds Automatic Inflation Kit or see your authorized dealer. within posted speed limits.
Page 323: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Radial Ply Tires the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and WARNING! handling of your vehicle. Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry...
Page 324: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
322 STARTING AND OPERATING rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. tire rotation pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on...
Page 325: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...
Page 326: Tire Spinning
324 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 327: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or higher, and summer tires, typically have a reduced tread life.
Page 328: Replacement Tires
326 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading WARNING! Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six found on the original equipment tire sidewall.
Page 329: Supplemental Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 330: Tire Chains
328 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS CAUTION! (Continued) Use “Class U” chains or other traction aids that meet SAE • Install chains as tightly as possible and then re- Type “U” specifications. tighten after driving about 1/2 mi (0.8 km). •...
Page 331: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- CAUTION! ing link and cable (radial) chains. Do not use tire chains on the 4X2 front wheels of Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of your SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/ 4X2 trucks.
Page 332: Tire Rotation Recommendations
330 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the different loads and perform different steering, driving, safety and handling of your vehicle.
Page 333: Dual Rear Wheels
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Dual Rear Wheels Tire Rotation NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your vehicle is Tire Rotation equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be On/Off Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.
Page 334: Fuel Requirements
332 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION! 4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved The 5.7L engine is designed to meet all direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the emissions regulations and provide satisfac- asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off tory fuel economy and performance when road tire.
Page 335: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- symptoms, try another brand of “regular” gasoline be- vide excellent performance and durability for the engine fore considering service for the vehicle.
Page 336: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
334 STARTING AND OPERATING Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...
Page 337: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, Fuel System Cautions therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains MMT. It is even more CAUTION! important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada, Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s because MMT can be used at levels higher than those performance:...
Page 338: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers are 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 339: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the MIL to turn tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top time the vehicle is raised.
Page 340: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
338 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Tighten the gas cap 1/4 turn until you hear one Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in click. This is an indication that the cap is properly “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- tightened.
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the Hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, bottom of the label is your VIN.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Curb Weight within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight specified weight limitations are met.
Page 343: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Weight-Carrying Hitch Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or and trailer configuration/loading to comply with GAWR some other connecting point of the truck.
Page 346: Trailer Hitch Classification
344 STARTING AND OPERATING Fifth-Wheel Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a Class Max. Trailer Hitch coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle Industry Standards in the truck bed. It connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) trailer with a coupling king pin.
Page 347: Trailer Towing Weights
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: Refer to the following website address for your specific vehicle’s “BASE WEIGHTS/GCW/PAYLOAD/ TRAILER TOW” information and restrictions based on the type of trailer hitch: • http://www.dodge.com/bodybuilder Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 348: Towing Requirements
346 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a control. You could lose control of your vehicle and grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on have a collision. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not the tow vehicle.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This module has been designed and verified The user interface consists of the following: with electric trailer brakes and new electric over hydrau- Manual Brake Control Lever lic systems. Some previous EOH systems may not be compatible with ITBM.
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 sliding the manual brake control lever will display the Adjusting GAIN GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free Indicator Light” will not be displayed. environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated (30–40 km/h).
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing until “VEHICLE SETTINGS” appears on the screen. tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the GAIN setting.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 * 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 356: Towing Tips
354 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Any work done to the vehicle’s electrical system or with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer wiring should be performed by a qualified automo- brake systems. To determine the type of brakes on tive technician.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 TOW/HAUL mode or select a lower gear range (using NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control). before towing. NOTE: Using TOW/HAUL mode, or selecting a lower Tow/Haul Mode gear range (using the ERS shift control) while operating To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve ing, turn the “TOW/HAUL”...
Page 358: Snowplow
NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly recommended that the owner/installer obtain and follow To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- the recommendations contained within the current Ram heating, take the following actions: Body Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, in- City Driving staller or snowplow manufacturer for this information.
Page 359: Before Plowing
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability CAUTION! For Information about snowplow applications visit The “Lamp Out” indicator could illuminate if exte- www.dodge.com or refer to the current Dodge Body rior lamps are not properly installed. Builders Guide. 1.
Page 360: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
358 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting pas- completely and position it as low as road or surface sengers. conditions permit. Do not exceed 40 mph (64 km/h). The operator should always maintain a safe stopping distance Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica- and allow adequate passing clearance.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 • Vehicles with automatic transmissions should use 4L When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and drive- train damage, the following precautions should be ob- range when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended served. periods of time to avoid transmission overheating. •...
Page 362: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
360 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 • • See Instructions Flat Tow NONE • Automatic transmission in PARK ALLOWED •...
Page 363: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models 5. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- will result. ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
Page 364: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans- • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for recre- vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the ational towing.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid position disengages both the front and rear drive- will leak from the transfer case, causing damage to shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle internal parts.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Press and hold the brake pedal. The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. After the shift is 4. Depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, 5.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 12. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. for a shift to take place and for the position indicator 13. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable lights to be operable.
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL • With manual shift transfer case, shift the transfer (N), turning the engine OFF may be helpful to avoid gear clash. case lever to the desired position. •...
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position NOTE: With electronic shift transfer case: for a shift to take place and for the position indicator • Steps 3 through 5 are requirements that must be met lights to be operable.
Page 371 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....383 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...370 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..370 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .
Page 372: Hazard Warning Flashers
370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the WARNING! upper switch bank just below the radio. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off flasher.
Page 373: 4500/5500 Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 Preparations For Jacking WARNING! (Continued) 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing slippery areas. tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 374: Jacking Instructions
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Turn OFF the ignition. Jacking Instructions Instructions Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to wheel is being changed, block the left help prevent personal injury or damage to your rear wheel.
Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. Jack Warning Label • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a CAUTION! service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 376 374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When changing the front wheel, assemble the jack When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
Page 377 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off. Install the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped adjust the jack position as required.
Page 378 376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do WARNING! not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.
Page 379 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DRW), you must You must use the flat end of the lug wrench to pry off the first remove the hub caps. The jack handle driver has a wheel skins.
Page 380 378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Dual Rear Wheels Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the nuts are a two-piece assembly.
Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: Tightening Pattern (10 Studs) 1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a Tightening Pattern (8 Studs) snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table.
Page 382 380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued kilometers of operation to allow the wheel nuts to become to specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud nuts to properly set. All nuts should first be firmly seated against specifications at each lubrication interval.
Page 383: Hoisting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for information If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- on stowing your spare tire (if equipped). started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster HOISTING...
Page 384: Preparations For Jump-Start
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
Page 385: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 386 384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 387: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- for at least one minute after every five rocking-...
Page 389: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 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 390: Shift Lever Override
388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 391: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
Page 392: Two-Wheel Drive Models
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- Do not use sling type equipment when towing. ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- wheels on a towing dolly, or (when using a suitable sion is operable, the vehicle may be towed under the steering wheel stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the following conditions: straight position) with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground.
Page 394: Four-Wheel Drive Models
392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the damage to the transmission or transfer case will vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....403 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..395 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....403 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) .
Page 396 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......417 BULB REPLACEMENT ....441 ▫...
Page 397: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (2500/3500 Models Only) 4 —...
Page 398: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 drivability.
Page 399: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the SELECT button to turn off the message.
Page 400: Replacement Parts
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 401: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 402: Engine Oil
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 404: Engine Oil Filter
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature oil filters from your vehicle.
Page 405: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters maintenance intervals. varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air WARNING! cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended.
Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 407: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
Page 408: Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Prop Shaft Lubrication – Four-Wheel Drive underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism Models and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a change.
Page 409: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Page 410: Exhaust System
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 412: Cooling System
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in You or others can be badly burned by hot engine motion.
Page 413 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a radiator core.
Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 period, it is important that you use the same engine Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle. tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where Please review these recommendations for using Organic the vehicle is operated.
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. with your local authorities to determine the disposal Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the rules for your community.
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 To check the coolant level: 1. Open the coolant reservoir. 3. Check the coolant level on the dipstick. The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking 2.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service atten- If an examination of your engine compartment shows no dant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked safely driven.
Page 419: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow WARNING! hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic WARNING! reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake “MAX” dot and an “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be kept within these two dots.
Page 421: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 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 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drain And Refill Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. On 4500/5500 vehicles, remove the lower bolt to drain the axle fluid. Lubricant Selection Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components.
Page 423: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Transfer Case only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Drain And Refill “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper important to maintain the transmission fluid at the maintenance intervals.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Fluid Level Check – 5.7L Engine The manufacturer strongly recommends against using It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is any special additives in the transmission. Automatic at normal operating temperature (170-180°F / 77-82°C) . Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and This normally occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-...
Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 3. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill. Use 60 seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest ONLY the recommended fluid (see Fluids, Lubri- of this procedure.
Page 426: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, change the fluid and filter(s) if the transmis- CAUTION! sion is disassembled for any reason. If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion the temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate reading.
Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a CAUTION! mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaning Headlights cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 431: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window Seat Belt Maintenance equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to Cavity Car- Micro Description the following chart. tridge Fuse Cavity Car- Micro Description Fuse tridge Fuse 40 Amp Emissions Diesel – Fuse Green If Equipped 80 Amp Rad Fan Control 40 Amp Diesel Fuel Heater –...
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Body Controller #3/ 30 Amp Drive Train Green Interior Lights Pink Control Module 40 Amp Blower Motor 20 Amp Engine Control Green Yellow Module...
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Antilock Brakes/ 20 Amp Diesel Fuel Heater #1 Pink Stability Control Yellow – If Equipped/Rear Module/Valves Blower – If Equipped 20 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Power Inverter 115V 10 Amp Tire Pressure Pink AC– If Equipped Monitor 30 Amp Vehicle System 10 Amp Snow Plow (Right) – Pink Interface If Equipped...
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Trailer Tow – Left 20 Amp Engine Cooling Yellow Turn/Stop Lights Yellow Pump (Gas 20 Amp Adjustable Pedals Engine)/ Yellow 25 Amp 20 Amp E38 Radio –...
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Air Conditioning 10 Amp CD/DVD/ Clutch Bluetooth Hands-free Module – 20 Amp Ignition Coils (Gas), If Equipped Yellow Urea Heater (Diesel) 15 Amp Mod SCR 12V –...
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Brake Vacuum 10 Amp Drivetrain Control Yellow Pump Gas/Diesel – Module/Front Axle (Gas If Equipped Disconnect Module Engine)/ 10 Amp Engine Control 10 Amp Module/Electric...
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Steering Column 15 Amp Instrument Panel Control Module/ Blue Cluster Cruise Control F90/ 20 Amp Power Outlet 15 Amp Switch Bank/ Yellow (Rear seats) Blue...
Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly 25 Amp Rear Heated Seats & positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may Natural Heated Steering allow water to get into the power distribution...
Page 441: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 VEHICLE STORAGE NOTE: • When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position.
Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Bulb Number Quad Headlamp – 9005 Overhead Console TS 212-2 High Beam Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamp 3157K Dome Lamp 7679 (Dual Headlamp) For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for Front Turn Signal Lamp 3157NA replacement instructions.
Page 443: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 BULB REPLACEMENT 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 four plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house 10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough bulb socket. to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the 11.
Page 445: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Fog Lamps – If Equipped Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing. 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the ing harness to the body. socket and bulb from housing. 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
Page 447: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Cab Top Clearance Lamps – If Equipped CAUTION! 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces.
Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket ¼ turn and pull it from the lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. assembly.
Page 449: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Standard Rear Tank 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship Tank 22 Gallons 83 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System 5.7L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile 18.7 Quarts 17.7 Liters...
Page 450: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 451: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine Only) We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....452 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....454...
Page 454 452 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than indicator system.
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By master cylinder, power steering and automatic trans- Oil Change Indicator System: mission as needed • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped •...
Page 456 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV 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 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change the transfer case fluid. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 461 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....461 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .463 ▫...
Page 462 460 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .468 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .466 ▫...
Page 463: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 461 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 464: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
462 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 465: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 463 In Mexico contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 466 464 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 467: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 465 MOPAR PARTS individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–...
Page 468 466 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 469: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 467 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 470: Traction Grades
468 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The and C.
Page 471 INDEX...
Page 472 470 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .412 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ....21 Adding Fuel ......337 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle .
Page 473 INDEX 471 Shifting ......273 Bulb Replacement ......441 Special Additives .
Page 474 472 INDEX Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ....111 Inspection ......414 Checks, Safety.
Page 475 INDEX 473 Disposal Tow Hooks ......387 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....414 Emission Control System Maintenance .
Page 476 474 INDEX Exhaust System......112 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...448 Exterior Lighting.
Page 477 INDEX 475 Gasoline, Reformulated .....333 Headlights ......441 Gauges Automatic .
Page 478 476 INDEX Ignition Key Removal ..... . .16 Key-In Reminder ......18 Illuminated Entry .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Anti-Lock ......189 Illuminated Entry ..... . .23 Anti-Lock Warning .
Page 480 478 INDEX Child Protection ......36 Outside ......123 Door .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Filter Disposal ......402 Pedals, Adjustable......160 Identification Logo .
Page 482 480 INDEX Radial Ply Tires ......321 Replacement Keys ......20 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Seat Belts ....... .46 Service Assistance ......461 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .
Page 484 482 INDEX Snow Plow......356 Storage, Vehicle......259 Snow Tires .
Page 485 INDEX 483 High Speed ......320 Towing ....... .341 Inflation Pressures .
Page 486 484 INDEX Transmission Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .189 Automatic ......273 Warnings and Cautions.
Page 487 INDEX 485 Windshield Defroster..... . .113 Windshield Washers ..... . .156 Fluid .
Page 488 486 INDEX...
Page 489 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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