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Page 1 2 0 1 8 C h a s s i s C A B O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name features and equipment that are either standard or op- FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name tional on this vehicle.
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............3 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you Dear Customer, congratulations on selecting your new with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- supplemented by Warranty Information, and customer ship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL further information, contact an authorized dealer. Essential Information If applicable, refer to the owners manual supplement for Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section related information. contains the information you desire.
Page 8: Symbols
6 INTRODUCTION Symbols Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual:...
Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the conversion/camper manufacturer should also be This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions are miss- ating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily ing, please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in injury and/or death.
Page 11 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW ......10 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....12 REAR VIEW.
Page 12: Front View
10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS FRONT VIEW Front View 1 — Exterior Mirrors 4 — Windshield 2 — Doors 5 — Headlights 3 — Wheels/Tires 6 — Hood/Engine Compartment...
Page 13: Rear View
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 REAR VIEW Rear View 1 — Rear Lights...
Page 14: Instrument Panel
12 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel 1 — Air Vents 4 — Instrument Cluster 2 — Multifunction Lever 5 — Radio 3 — Steering Wheel...
Page 15: Interior
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 13 INTERIOR Interior 1 — Door Locks/Window Switches 4 — Switch Panel 2 — Seats 5 — Climate Controls 3 — Gear Selector...
Page 17 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ General Information .....31 KEYS ....... . .19 ▫...
Page 18 16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ..39 STEERING WHEEL ..... . .56 ▫...
Page 19 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 17 ▫ Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped ..66 ▫ Turn Signals ......73 ▫...
Page 20 18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Operating Tips ......93 ▫ Using HomeLink ..... . .105 ▫...
Page 21: Keys
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 19 KEYS NOTE: When using the emergency key to gain access to your vehicle, be aware that the security alarm may be Key Fobs triggered. Insert the key into the ignition and place the Your vehicle uses either a wireless ignition node system or ignition in the ON/RUN mode to disarm the security keyless ignition system.
Page 22 20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE This Keyless Push Button Ignition key fob allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the key fob is in the passenger compartment. The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position.
Page 23 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Inserting the key fob with integrated key into the ignition switch disables the system from responding to any button pushes from that key fob. Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all key fob buttons for all key fobs.
Page 24 22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors And Tailgate Using The Panic Alarm Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push the Panic doors, and the tailgate.
Page 25 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 26 24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separating key fob halves requires screw removal – if equipped, and gently prying the two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. Separating WIN Key Fob Case Remove Screw From Key Fob Case...
Page 27: Ignition Switch
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 Programming Additional Key Fobs Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho- rized dealer. General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 28 26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent positions Removing Key Fob From The (WIN) Ignition are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is a Place the gear selector in PARK (if equipped with an spring-loaded momentary contact position.
Page 29 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in • Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic a location accessible to children, and do not leave the transmission into PARK or the manual transmission ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- into REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn the...
Page 30: Keyless Push Button Ignition - If Equipped
28 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Keyless Push Button Ignition — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry key fob is in the passenger compartment.
Page 31: Remote Start - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 29 • System not disabled from previous remote start event NOTE: • Keyed Ignition systems will chime in OFF or ACC • Vehicle security alarm not active when the driver door is open. WARNING! • “Keyless Ignition systems will chime in ACC or RUN when the driver door is open.
Page 32: To Enter Remote Start Mode
30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The instrument cluster display message stays active until To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position. Vehicle Push and release the remote start button one time or allow To Enter Remote Start Mode the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
Page 33: General Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated SENTRY KEY and deactivated through the Uconnect System. Refer to The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system tion on Remote Start Comfort System operation.
Page 34: Customer Key Programming
32 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE an invalid key fob to try to start the engine. Either of these Replacement Keys conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two NOTE: Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle seconds.
Page 35: General Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 33 General Information To Arm The System The following regulatory statement applies to all radio Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm: frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Starting The Engine in Starting And Operating for with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 36: To Disarm The System
34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle security alarm will set when you use the power The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your door locks, or use the key fob to lock the doors. After all the vehicle.
Page 37: Doors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 35 DOORS The emergency key will unlock the driver door lock on your vehicle. Manual Door Locks Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lock WARNING! knob down or unlocked by moving the lock knob up. •...
Page 38: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
Page 39 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37 Enter-N-Go. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob lock With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the or unlock buttons.
Page 40 38 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: automatically unlocks all vehicle doors and chirps the horn three times (on the third attempt ALL doors will lock and With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the the Passive Entry key fob can be locked in the vehicle).
Page 41: Getting To Know Your Vehicle 39
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39 The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the key fob lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel. General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 42: Child-Protection Door Lock
40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Child-Protection Door Lock Please see your authorized dealer for service. To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle have Automatic Doors Unlock —...
Page 43: Seats
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: • After setting the Child-Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the door lock switch to the unlock position, roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 44: Manual Front Seat Adjustment
42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustment WARNING! Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat control which could cause a collision and serious cushion at the front edge of each seat.
Page 45: Manual Rear Seat Adjustment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43 some models, the back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compart- ment. Manual Rear Seat Adjustment Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion.
Page 46: Power Driver Seat Adjustment - If Equipped
44 GETTING TO KNOW 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. Power Driver Seat Adjustment —...
Page 47 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 45 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. upward or push downward on the rear of seat switch, the Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 48: Power Passenger Seat Adjustment - If Equipped
46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Power Passenger Seat Adjustment — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats Some models are equipped with a six-way power passen- may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power ger seat.
Page 49: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 47 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’s seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals (if equipped) and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 50 48 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, you 4. Within five seconds, push and release either of the memory buttons (1) or (2). The instrument cluster dis- must select the “Key Fob Linked To Memory” feature play will show which memory position has been set.
Page 51 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49 Memory Position Recall Driver Two Memory Position Recall • To recall the memory setting for driver two using the NOTE: memory switch, push memory button (2) on the • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, memory switch.
Page 52: Heated Seats - If Equipped
50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Keyless Enter-N-Go), the driver’s seat will move about NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the 2.4 inches (60 mm) rearward if the driver’s seat position vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit is greater than or equal to 2.7 inches (67.7 mm) forward feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the program- of the rear stop.
Page 53 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51 Front Heated Seats If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, this feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system. Refer to The front heated seats control buttons are located within “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa- the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.
Page 54: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The front ventilated seats control buttons are located within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen. • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within • Press the ventilated seat button two to five minutes.
Page 55: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab WARNING! Models) • All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the rear seat.
Page 56: Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Head Restraint Adjustment The rear seats are equipped with adjustable and removable head restraints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint.
Page 57: Front Head Restraint Removal
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55 NOTE: WARNING! • The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab and Quad Cab) • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision has only one adjustment position that is used to aid in or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to the routing of a tether.
Page 58: Steering Wheel
56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow re- moved head restraints in a location outside the occupant compartment.
Page 59: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 57 Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps further information. warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting.
Page 60 58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of the NOTE: steering column. • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel. • Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position.
Page 61: Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 59 CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjust- able pedal’s path.
Page 62: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Press the mirror dimmer button once to turn the feature Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display — If Equipped • Press the mirror dimmer button a second time to turn A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a the feature off.
Page 63: Outside Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61 When the vehicle is placed into reverse gear, a video NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated ap- display illuminates to display the image generated by the proach lights under the outside mirrors, they can be turned rear view camera located on the tailgate handle.
Page 64: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
62 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls 1 — Mirror Select Buttons 2 — Four-Way Mirror Control Switch Power Mirror Controls Location To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) The power mirror controls consist of mirror select buttons button to select the mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 65: Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And Trailer Tow - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 63 If the mirror is manually folded after electrically cycled, a potential extra button push is required to get the mirrors back to the home position. If the mirror does not electri- cally fold, check for ice or dirt build up at the pivot area which can cause excessive drag.
Page 66 64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • The mirrors come out of the unfolded position. Outside Mirrors Folding Feature • The mirrors shake and vibrate at normal driving speeds. All outside mirrors are designed to be able to be manually folded both forward and rearward to prevent damage.
Page 67: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 65 Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or outboard, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped in or out). Blindspot Mirror Heated Mirrors —...
Page 68: Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse - If Equipped
66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse provides automatic outside Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. To mirror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the ground rearward of the front doors.
Page 69: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If EXTERIOR LIGHTS Equipped Headlight Switch The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for additional The headlight switch is located on the left side of the flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. instrument panel, next to the steering wheel.
Page 70: Headlights
68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog Headlights light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as clockwise to the headlight position.
Page 71: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 69 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except PARK. This provides a constant lights on condition until the ignition is turned OFF.
Page 72: Flash-To-Pass
70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 20 mph (32 km/h). • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto High To Deactivate Beam”...
Page 73: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 71 OFF position. The headlight time delay can be pro- Parking Lights And Panel Lights grammed 0/30/60/90 seconds. Refer to “Uconnect Set- tings” in “Multimedia” for further information. To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise.
Page 74: Headlight Delay
72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Delay To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for approximately up to 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is turned off while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off.
Page 75: Turn Signals
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist — If Equipped Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster display will flash to the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal times then automatically turn off.
Page 76: Battery Saver
74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Courtesy/Reading Lights To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding Both lights in the overhead console and rear passenger is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. compartment will illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for 10 minutes courtesy light position (full right position), or when the...
Page 77 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 75 Ambient Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibility of the floor console area. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before exitingthe vehicle.
Page 78: Illuminated Approach
76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE you hear a click. This feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when headlights are required during the day. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the dimming of the touchscreen is programmable through the Uconnect system.
Page 79: Windshield Wipers And Washers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated ap- Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past proach lights under the outside mirrors, they can be turned the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. off by moving the instrument panel dimmer into the Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent “Dome Defeat”...
Page 80: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range, on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and knob is released.
Page 81 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the igni- wiper sensitivity. Positions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the O tion is ON, and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL (off) position when not using the system.
Page 82: Climate Controls
80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions.
Page 83 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 Icon Description Recirculation Button Push and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
Page 84 82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Temperature Control Use this control knob to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the knob counterclockwise, from top center into the blue area of the scale, indicates cooler temperatures.
Page 85 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 83 Icon Description Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield.
Page 86: Manual Climate Controls With A Touchscreen
84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With Manual Temperature Controls...
Page 87: Automatic Climate Controls With A Touchscreen
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 85 Automatic Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Uconnect 3 With 5–inch Display With Automatic Temperature Controls...
Page 88 86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With Automatic Temperature Controls...
Page 89 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 87 Control Descriptions NOTE: Icons and descriptions can vary based upon vehicle equipment. Icon Description MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 90 88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description AUTO Button — If Equipped Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Toggling this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and auto- matic modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for more information. Front Defrost Button Press and release the touchscreen button, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode.
Page 91 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 89 Icon Description Uconnect 3 Driver and Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the up arrow button on the faceplate, press the up arrow button on the touchscreen, or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature set- tings.
Page 92 90 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description • Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from Touchscreen Buttons the lowest blower setting. The blower speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob counterclockwise.
Page 93: Climate Control Functions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 91 Icon Description Mix Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
Page 94: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
92 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button. The Recirculation indicator will illuminate when this but- • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, ton is selected. Press the button a second time to turn off select Defrost mode, and increase blower speed if the Recirculation mode and allow outside air into the needed.
Page 95: Operating Tips
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 93 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is Operating Tips not necessary to change the settings. You will experience NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to suggested control settings for various weather conditions.
Page 96 94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Vacation/Storage Outside Air Intake Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning windshield, is free of obstructions, such as leaves.
Page 97 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 95 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 98: Windows
96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS NOTE: The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for up to 10 minutes after the Power Windows — If Equipped ignition is turned OFF. This feature is cancelled when either front door is opened.
Page 99 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 97 To open the window part way, push to the switch to the WARNING! first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed.
Page 100: Wind Buffeting
98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE down position. To enable the window controls, push the to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the window lock switch again and return the switch to the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the released or up position.
Page 101: To Close The Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 99 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood WARNING! and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it, before raising the hood. Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
Page 102: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features. Call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or assis- tance.
Page 103: Programming A Rolling Code
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 101 For efficient programming and accurate transmission of Programming A Rolling Code the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new For programming garage door openers that were manufac- battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device tured after 1995.
Page 104: Getting To Know Your Vehicle 15
102 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can usually NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to place the ignition in the RUN position with the Engine ON.
Page 105: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 103 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Rolling 4. Continue to hold both buttons until the instrument Code) cluster display changes from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- ING” to “CHANNEL # TRAINED,” then release both To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, buttons.
Page 106: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the NOTE: For vehicle’s equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not place the ignition in the RUN position with the Engine ON. release the button.
Page 107: Using Homelink
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 105 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink button. The 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Canadian/ instrument cluster display will display “CHANNEL # Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and follow all TRANSMIT.” If the device is plugged in and activates, remaining steps.
Page 108: Troubleshooting Tips
106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink, here • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- are some of the most common solutions: ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while •...
Page 109: General Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 107 General Information INTERNAL EQUIPMENT The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Storage Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: Glove Compartment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 110 108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper glove compartment, push upward on To open the lower glove compartment, pull the release the handle release. The glove compartment door will handle. automatically open. Lower Glove Compartment Upper Glove Compartment...
Page 111 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 109 Door Storage Front Door Storage — If Equipped Storage areas and bottle holders (driver’s side only) are located in the door trim panels. Rear Door Storage Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped The center storage compartment is located between the driver and passenger seats.
Page 112 110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB power outlet that can be used to power small electrical devices, refer to “Electrical Power Outlets” for further information. Center Storage Compartment WARNING! •...
Page 113 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 111 The center console is equipped with a front storage bin located next to the cupholders. This storage bin may be equipped with a manual sliding top door. Lower Storage Bin WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- Front Storage Bin With Door —...
Page 114 112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Seatback Storage Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped Located in the back of both the driver and passenger front In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second row seats are pockets that can be used for storage. seats and can be used for extra storage.
Page 115 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 113 NOTE: The front seat may have to be moved forward to fully open the lid. Storage Bin Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped Quad Cab and Crew Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat Opened Storage Bin may be equipped with a folding load floor.
Page 116 114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Unfolding The Load Floor/Quad Cab 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Load Floor In Open Position Unfolding The Load Floor 3.
Page 117 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 115 Unfolding The Load Floor/Crew Cab 2. Unfold both the legs using the straps. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Load Floor Legs In Opened Position Load Floor Legs In Stowed Position...
Page 118 116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Lift the front panel until the load floor unfolds into 3. Lift the load floor up to access storage under the load position. floor. WARNING! Do not drive with the load floor in the up position. When stopping fast or in an accident, the load floor could move to the down position causing serious injury.
Page 119 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 117 Crew Cab — If Equipped Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab/Quad Cab) The Crew Cab and Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage compartment. To open the storage compartments, unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor and lift upward on the fold flat lid.
Page 120: Cupholders
118 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cupholders Rear Cupholders — If Equipped Some vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders located Front Seat Cupholders in the center armrest. For vehicles equipped with bucket seats, two cupholders are located next to the center console storage bin. Rear Armrest Cupholder Front Cupholders For Bucket Seats Vehicles Equipped With 40/20/40 Seats...
Page 121: Electrical Power Outlets
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 119 Some vehicles may be equipped with a rear cupholder that A key symbol indicates that the key must be in the consists of two cup wells for rear passenger convenience. ON/RUN or ACC positions for the outlet to provide power.
Page 122 120 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Center console when equipped with bucket seats. The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations: • Lower left and lower right of the center stack when equipped with a bench seat. Power Outlet —...
Page 123 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 121 • Rear of the center console storage compartment — Quad Cab or Crew Cab. Power Outlet — Rear Center Console Fuse Power Outlet — Rear Center Console...
Page 124 122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle.
Page 125: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 123 CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces- sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
Page 126: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
To avoid serious injury or death: For further information on using the auxiliary switches, • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. please refer to the Ram Body Builders Guide by accessing • Do not touch with wet hands. www.rambodybuilder.com and choosing the appropriate •...
Page 127 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....126 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..147 ▫ Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions ..126 ▫...
Page 128: Base Instrument Cluster
126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Clusters 2. Instrument Cluster Display Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions • When the appropriate conditions exist, this display 1. Tachometer shows the instrument cluster display messages. Refer • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute to “Instrument Cluster Display”...
Page 129 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 3. Speedometer WARNING! • Indicates vehicle speed. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or 4. Fuel Gauge others could be badly burned by steam or boiling • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank coolant.
Page 130: Premium Instrument Cluster
128 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Premium Instrument Clusters 2. Voltmeter Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions • When the engine is running, the gauge indicates the 1. Tachometer electrical system voltage. The pointer should stay • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute within the normal range if the battery is charged.
Page 131 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 pointer moves to either extreme left or right and 5. Fuel Gauge remains there during normal driving, the electrical • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank system should be serviced. when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 132: Instrument Cluster Display
130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY WARNING! Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or display, which offers useful information to the driver. With others could be badly burned by steam or boiling the ignition in the STOP/OFF mode, opening/closing of a coolant.
Page 133: Instrument Cluster Display Controls
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 Instrument Cluster Display Controls The instrument cluster display features a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Premium Instrument Cluster Display The instrument cluster display menu items may consist of the following: •...
Page 134 132 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Stored Messages • Up Arrow Button • Screen Setup Push and release the up arrow button to scroll upward through the main menu items, submenu • Vehicle Settings (Not Equipped with a Uconnect touch- screen, and vehicle settings.
Page 135: Display Menu Screens
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 Display Menu Screens 3. Main Screen Displays main menu, submenus, settings. 4. White Telltales 5. Amber Telltales 6. Red Telltales 7. Audio/Phone Information And Submenu Information Base Instrument Cluster Display The instrument cluster display screens are located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of seven sections: 1.
Page 136 134 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The instrument cluster display screens are located in the The instrument cluster display area will normally display center portion of the cluster and consists of eight sections: the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu.
Page 137: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 • Unstored Messages Until RUN Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is START/STOP button and place the ignition to the in the RUN state.
Page 138: Display Messages
136 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Airbag System Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry • Traction Control Off 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine). • Washer Fluid Low 2.
Page 139 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 • Service Electronic Braking System • Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open • Engine Temperature Hot • Remote Start Aborted Time Expired • Battery Voltage Low • Remote Start Disabled Start To Reset • Service Electronic Throttle Control •...
Page 140: Display Menu Items
138 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trailer Brake Disconnected Vehicle Info • Service Transmission Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Vehicle Info menu item is highlighted in the instrument • Service Shifter cluster display. Push and release the right arrow button to •...
Page 141 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 • Distance Fuel Economy • Average Fuel Economy Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Fuel Economy menu item is highlighted in the instrument • Elapsed Time cluster display. Push and Hold the right arrow button to Push and hold right arrow button to reset all information.
Page 142 140 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stored Messages Settings Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features Messages Menu item is highlighted. This feature shows the when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 143 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names Submenu Layer) Layer) Language Select Language English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch Units Units U.S.; Metric • Notification — Sound Only; ParkSense ParkSense Sound & Display •...
Page 144 142 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names Submenu Layer) Layer) Auto Lock Doors Auto Lock Doors On; Off Auto Unlock Doors Auto Unlock Doors On; Off Sound Horn with Remote Start Horn w/ Rmt Start On;...
Page 145 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names Submenu Layer) Layer) Aero Ride Height Mode Aero Mode On; Off Tire/Jack Mode Tire/Jack Mode On; Off Transport Mode Transport Mode On; Off Wheel Alignment Mode Wheel Alignment On;...
Page 146 144 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated (Left Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Setting Names Submenu Layer) Layer) • Trailer # (# is equal to slot Trailer Name Trailer Name position) • Boat • Car • Cargo • Dump •...
Page 147: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 Turn Menu Off — If Equipped When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the Push and release the right arrow button to exit the main instrument cluster.
Page 148 146 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 115V AC Power Inverter System • The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on when the vehicle was parked. • Audio and Telematics System • The battery was used for an extended period with the Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers, following conditions:...
Page 149: Warning Lights And Messages
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 • Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving time This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault and parking time). with the air bag has been detected, it will stay on until the fault is cleared.
Page 150 148 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off dropped below a specified level.
Page 151 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the — Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the Light engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Your Engine Overheats”...
Page 152: Yellow Warning Lights
150 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light NOTE: If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime. This light will turn on when there’s a fault with the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system. Refer to “Power Steering” Yellow Warning Lights in “Starting And Operating”...
Page 153 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 If the “ESC Indicator Light” comes on continuously with WARNING! the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see...
Page 154 152 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be Equipped checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
Page 155 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunc- CAUTION! (Continued) tion indicator to indicate when the system is not operating damage may result when using replacement equip- properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
Page 156: Yellow Indicator Lights
154 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into PARK placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, have and run the engine at idle or slightly higher until the light the brake system inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 157: Green Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 — Cargo Light — If Equipped Green Indicator Lights The cargo light will illuminate when the cargo light is — Park/Headlight On Indicator Light activated by pushing the cargo light button on the head- This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or light switch.
Page 158: White Indicator Lights
156 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Cruise Control SET Indicator Light ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II This light will turn on when the speed control is set to the Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard desired speed.
Page 159: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii) Cybersecurity
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II) and a connection port to allow access to In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an information related to the performance of your emissions inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 160 158 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your position, you will see the “Malfunction Indicator Light authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was (MIL)”...
Page 161 SAFETY CONTENTS ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .204 SAFETY FEATURES ..... .160 ▫...
Page 162: Safety Features
160 SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES These are all normal characteristics of ABS. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- vehicle stability and brake performance under most brak- ment that may be susceptible to interference caused ing conditions.
Page 163: Electronic Brake Control System
SAFETY benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warn- WARNING! (Continued) ing Light” does not come on when the ignition is turned to • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must the ON/RUN mode, have the light repaired as soon as never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner possible.
Page 164 162 SAFETY Brake System Warning Light WARNING! The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN mode and may stay natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor on for as long as four seconds.
Page 165 SAFETY The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to WARNING! activate: • The feature must be enabled. There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, • The vehicle must be stopped. such as on minor hills or with a loaded vehicle, or •...
Page 166 164 SAFETY Towing With HSA Disabling And Enabling HSA HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back while This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the towing a trailer. current setting, proceed as follows: • If disabling HSA using your instrument cluster display, WARNING! refer to “Instrument Cluster Display”...
Page 167 SAFETY 6. Push the “ESC Off” button located in the lower switch will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel bank below the climate control four times within 20 that is not spinning. BLD may remain enabled even if TCS seconds.
Page 168 166 SAFETY The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” located WARNING! (Continued) in the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon as the ESC • Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac- Indicator Light”...
Page 169 SAFETY Partial Off WARNING! (Continued) The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times when a more feature of TCS is disabled, and the enhanced vehicle spirited driving experience is desired. This mode may stability offered by the ESC system is reduced. modify TCS and ESC thresholds for activation, which •...
Page 170 168 SAFETY ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And WARNING! ESC OFF Indicator Light • In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque reduction and stability features are disabled. There- The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator fore, enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC Light”...
Page 171 SAFETY NOTE: evasive driving maneuvers; it cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as road conditions, leaving the • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” and roadway, or striking objects or other vehicles. the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition is turned ON.
Page 172 170 SAFETY NOTE: TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding tongue weight recommendations. Refer to “Trailer Tow- with brake or throttle application).
Page 173 SAFETY • R = 0.6 mph (1 km/h) Driver Override • N = 1.2 mph (2 km/h) The driver may override HDC activation with throttle or brake application at anytime. • D = 0.6 mph (1 km/h) Deactivating HDC • 1st = 0.6 mph (1 km/h) •...
Page 174: Auxiliary Driving Systems
172 SAFETY • The vehicle is driven greater than 20 mph (32 km/h) for WARNING! greater than 70 seconds. HDC is only intended to assist the driver in controlling • The vehicle is driven greater than 40 mph (64 km/h) vehicle speed when descending hills.
Page 175 SAFETY tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven - this For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold is normal and there should be no adjustment for this (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 increased pressure.
Page 176 174 SAFETY • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- CAUTION! (Continued) nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain • Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to be- gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level come inoperable.
Page 177 SAFETY • Tire pressure monitoring telltale light Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those in a Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings different color in the instrument cluster graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure inflation The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 178 176 SAFETY • Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains ma- terials that may block radio wave signals. • Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. • Using tire chains on the vehicle. • Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. A system fault may occur due to an incorrect TPM sensor location condition.
Page 179 SAFETY Vehicles With Non Matching Full Size Spare Or Compact cluster will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message Spare for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. • The non matching full size spare or compact spare tire •...
Page 180 178 SAFETY NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire no longer be displayed, and a pressure value will display pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any maintain the proper pressure.
Page 181: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the by the party responsible for compliance could void the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: user’s authority to operate the equipment. 1.
Page 182: Seat Belt Systems
180 SAFETY 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoul- Seat Belt Systems der belts properly. Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and 7.
Page 183 SAFETY a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passen- Change of Status ger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) unbuckles the START or ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert...
Page 184 182 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions except the Crew Cab front center • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or seating position have combination lap/shoulder belts. outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very killed.
Page 185 SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your injury.
Page 186 184 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat.
Page 187 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 188 186 SAFETY NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release button. To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.
Page 189 SAFETY First Row Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions (Regular Cab Only) The first row center seat belt (Regular Cab only) features a seat belt with a mini-latch plate and buckle, which allows the seat belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded.
Page 190 188 SAFETY 6. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 7. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt.
Page 191 SAFETY Seat Belt Extender WARNING! (Continued) If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when • When reattaching the mini-latch plate and mini- the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted. shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest If the webbing is twisted, follow the preceding position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a...
Page 192 190 SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Pretensioner — If Equipped The front seat belt system may be equipped with preten- sioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision.
Page 193 SAFETY Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt”...
Page 194 192 SAFETY In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is automati- 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, cally pre-locked. The seat belt will still retract to remove you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat any slack in the shoulder belt.
Page 195: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY • Front and Side Impact Sensors — If Equipped Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) • Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional Air Bag Warning Light equipment on others.
Page 196 194 SAFETY The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the WARNING! instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument tics also record the nature of the malfunction.
Page 197 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.
Page 198 196 SAFETY This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front Front Air Bag Operation passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protec- driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt tion by supplementing the seat belts.
Page 199 SAFETY The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side Supplemental Side Air Bags of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) — If the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air bags fully Equipped inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes.
Page 200 198 SAFETY The SABs (if equipped with SABs) may help to reduce the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs) risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, in — If Equipped addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the Your vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Side Air seat belts and body structure.
Page 201 SAFETY SABICs (if equipped with SABICs) may help reduce the WARNING! (Continued) risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat • In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not outboard occupants in certain side impacts, in addition to install any accessory items in your vehicle which the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts could alter the roof.
Page 202 200 SAFETY The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, WARNING! (Continued) including some collisions at certain angles, or some side against the seats. Children must be properly re- collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger strained in a child restraint or booster seat that is compartment.
Page 203 SAFETY Rollover Events (If Equipped With Rollover Sensing) Air Bag System Components Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain rollover NOTE: The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors events. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) deter- the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated mines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below: particular rollover event is appropriate, based on the...
Page 204 202 SAFETY NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will air bag system.
Page 205 SAFETY Enhanced Accident Response System Maintaining Your Air Bag System In the event of an impact, if the communication network WARNING! remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine whether •...
Page 206: Child Restraints
204 SAFETY These data can help provide a better understanding of the WARNING! (Continued) circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 207 SAFETY Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Stan- children are safer when properly restrained in the rear dards.
Page 208 206 SAFETY Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Recommended Type Of Child Re- Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age straint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convert- younger and who have not reached ible Child Restraint, facing rearward the height or weight limits of their in the rear seat of the vehicle...
Page 209 SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach leg in this vehicle. The floor of this vehicle is not either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child designed to manage the crash forces of this type of car restraint.
Page 210 208 SAFETY Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. facing in the vehicle.
Page 211 SAFETY Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 212 210 SAFETY Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Anchors Only Anchors + Top Tether Anchor Restraint...
Page 213 SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) used with the top tether anchorage to install the child Restraint System restraint. Please see the following table for more information. LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle LATCH Label Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren.
Page 214 212 SAFETY Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions 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 215 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH anchor- child and the child restraint is 65 lbs age system to attach the child re- (29.5 kg).
Page 216 214 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can two child restraints be attached Never “share” a LATCH anchorage using a common lower LATCH an- with two or more child restraints. If chorage? the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child...
Page 217 SAFETY Locating The LATCH Anchorages — Crew Cab Only Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are Regular Cab models have tether strap anchor- found at the rear of the seat cushion where it ages behind the front center and right seats. meets the seatback.
Page 218 216 SAFETY Crew Cab Outboard Tether Anchorage Crew Cab Center Tether Anchorage With Head Restraint In Raised Position LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
Page 219 SAFETY Center Seat LATCH WARNING! Regular Cab Or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available than one child restraint. Please refer to “To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint” for typical instal- WARNING! lation instructions.
Page 220 218 SAFETY forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An move it to its rear-most position to make room for the unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and child seat.
Page 221 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat description in “Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors Belt (ALR)” under “Occupant Restraint Systems” for additional information on ALR. Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a Crew Cab: Split Bench And Full Bench lap/shoulder belt.
Page 222 220 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Crew Cab Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations CINCH = Cinching Latchplate ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Regular Cab Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 223 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 224 222 SAFETY 1. For Crew Cab Models out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat the Automatic Locking mode.
Page 225 SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped: retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path. Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a 3.
Page 226 224 SAFETY Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. Anchorage If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the WARNING! belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 227 SAFETY Regular Cab Trucks: In the regular cab truck, the top tether anchorages are located behind the center and right passenger seats. There is a plastic cover over each anchorage. To attach the tether strap of the child restraint: 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back, under the head restraint and to the tether anchor directly behind the seat.
Page 228 226 SAFETY 3. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to the Right Or Left Outboard Seats: square opening in the sheet metal. Tighten the tether 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear seat strap according to the child seat manufacturer’s instruc- and rear glass to access the tether strap loop.
Page 229 SAFETY 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 230 228 SAFETY 4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see Center Seat: diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the child 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear seat seat manufacturer’s instructions. and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap Loop And Tether Strap Loop With Head Restraint In Raised Position Attached To Center Tether Strap Loop...
Page 231 SAFETY 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 Through Center Tether Strap Loop And Attached To Outboard Tether Strap Loop Installing Three Child Restraints: 1.
Page 232: Transporting Pets
230 SAFETY 4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop. WARNING! 5. Tighten the tether straps according to the child seat • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to manufacturer’s instructions, tightening the right and increased head motion and possible injury to the left tether straps before the center tether strap.
Page 233: Safety Tips
SAFETY SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even- WARNING! tually poison you.
Page 234: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
232 SAFETY Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is have the system inspected at your authorized dealer as damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete...
Page 235 SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on the driver’s An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or stacked side floor area. To check for interference, with the floor mat, or damaged floor mat fasteners may cause vehicle properly parked with the engine off, fully your floor mat to interfere with the accelerator, brake, depress the accelerator, the brake, and the clutch...
Page 236: The Vehicle
234 SAFETY Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and • If the vehicle carpet has been removed and re- exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn installed, always properly attach carpet to the floor signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument and check the floor mat fasteners are secure to the panel.
Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System ..246 STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE ......238 ▫...
Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING SPEED CONTROL ..... . .267 PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......278 ▫...
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 ▫ Payload......289 ▫ Towing Requirements ....298 ▫...
Page 240: Starting The Engine - Gasoline Engine
238 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- The starter should not be operated for more than 10-second...
Page 241: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. Cycle 1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ignition to the RUN position and release when the the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Page 242: Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition
240 STARTING AND OPERATING Idle Shutdown — 6.4L Engine Only 4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position. This feature can be enabled so that the truck will automati- cally shutdown when the truck has been idling for a set Keyless Enter-N-Go —...
Page 243: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) If the engine fails to start after you have followed the • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 244: Cold Weather Operation (Below -22°F Or −30°C)
242 STARTING AND OPERATING Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C) The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available WARNING! from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Page 245: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom- mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”. CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation.
Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking brake driving;...
Page 247: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the WARNING! ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the key fob from • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
Page 248: Key Ignition Park Interlock
246 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the a location accessible to children), and do not leave ignition can be turned to the LOCK/OFF (key removal) the ignition (in a vehicle equipped with Keyless...
Page 249: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Six–Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be Chassis Cab models (with automatic transmission) may sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting use either the AS66RC transmission (which is equipped between these gears.
Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK (P) WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! the transmission into PARK, turn the engine OFF, • Before moving the transmission gear selector out of and remove the key fob. When the ignition is in the PARK, you must turn the ignition to the ON/RUN LOCK/OFF (key removal) position (or, with Keyless mode, and also press the brake pedal.
Page 252 250 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE (R) CAUTION! (Continued) This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete Disabled Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emergency” for stop.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating On models with 66RFE transmission, top overdrive gear is limits, the powertrain controller will modify the transmis- also inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm, and sion shift schedule and expand the range of torque con- during extremely cold temperatures (-16°F [-27°C] or be- verter clutch engagement.
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation driven to an authorized dealer for service without damag- The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the ing the transmission. driver to limit the highest available gear when the trans- mission is in DRIVE.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), simply push and hold the ERS (-) switch. The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down. CAUTION! When using ERS for engine braking while descending steep grades, be careful not to overspeed the engine.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode has When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a been activated. Pushing the switch a second time restores heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, normal operation.
Page 257: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 NOTE: Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped • The torque converter clutch will not engage (and 66RFE- The transfer case provides four mode positions: equipped trucks will not shift to sixth gear), until the • Two-Wheel Drive High Range (2H) transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usually •...
Page 258 256 STARTING AND OPERATING four-wheel drive and that the front and rear driveshafts are locked together. This light will illuminate when the transfer Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range locks the front case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L position. There is no and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear light for the 2H or NEUTRAL positions on some models.
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Neutral (N) WARNING! Neutral — This range disengages the front and rear You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEU- behind another vehicle.
Page 260 258 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted Transfer NOTE: Case • Pausing in transfer case NEUTRAL in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may require shutting the 2H To 4H engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle shift.
Page 261: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • Neutral (NEUTRAL) Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) — If Equipped For additional information on the appropriate use of each The electronic shift transfer case is operated by the 4WD transfer case mode position, see the information below: Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is located on the instrument panel.
Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in The 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions are designed for this section for further information. loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfaced WARNING! roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components.
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 If One Or More Of The Following Shift Conditions Are WARNING! Not Met: Always engage the parking brake when powering 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light” is illuminated.
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure 2WD To 4WD LOCK Rotate the 4WD control switch to the desired position. NOTE: Shifts between 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with the • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case vehicle stopped or in motion.
Page 265: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to NOTE: 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. You can use • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate either of the following procedures: Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash con- Preferred Procedure...
Page 266: Power Take Off Operation - If Equipped (Chassis Cab Only)
Details of the PTO selection modes and further PTO to gain maximum traction. information is available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders web site: www.rambodybuilder.com. WARNING! AS66RC Six-Speed Automatic Transmission Only...
Page 267: Mobile Mode
Further details are activate the PTO switch which will turn on the PTO. In available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders web site located order to increase or decrease the engine idle speed, to at rambodybuilder.com optimize the PTO function, the “RESUME/ACCEL”...
Page 268: Power Steering
266 STARTING AND OPERATING • (ON/OFF) switch has been activated. NOTE: For application specific information with respect to PTO and pump requirements and additional vehicle • Vehicles with automatic transmission must be in PARK information (wiring schematics, preset idle values, engine or DRIVE.
Page 269: Speed Control
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 NOTE: fluid level when the engine is cold and off. Coordinate inspection efforts through an authorized dealer. • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate that CAUTION! there is a problem with the power steering system.
Page 270: To Activate
268 STARTING AND OPERATING The Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of To Activate the steering wheel. Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off.
Page 271: To Vary The Speed Setting
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 To Vary The Speed Setting To Decrease Speed To Increase Speed When the Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. When the Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the RES (+) button.
Page 272: To Accelerate For Passing
270 STARTING AND OPERATING To Accelerate For Passing To Resume Speed Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. and release.
Page 273: Parksense Sensors
ParkSense sensors are shipped loose. Please refer to the ParkSense Display Ram Body Builders Guide for more information. When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ turn on indicating the system status.
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING If an object is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to...
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Continuous Tone Fast Tone...
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 277: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Adjustable Chime Volume Settings The ParkSense switch LED will be on when ParkSense is disabled or defective. The ParkSense switch LED will be off The rear chime volume settings are programmable. when the system is enabled. •...
Page 278: Cleaning The Parksense System
276 STARTING AND OPERATING • When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument cluster If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS appears in the instrument cluster display make sure the display will show PARKSENSE OFF . Furthermore, outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruc- it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 causing the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE WARNING! (Continued) REQUIRED message to appear in the instrument cluster hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the display. rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the con- • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense should tinuous tone.
Page 280: Parksense Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
ParkSense sensors are shipped loose. Please refer to the audible indications of the distance between the rear and/or Ram Body Builders Guide for more information. front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up or The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ moving forward, e.g.
Page 281: Parksense Warning Display
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 ParkSense Warning Display ParkSense Display The ParkSense Warning screen is located within the instru- The warning display will turn on indicating the system ment cluster display. It provides visual warnings to indi- status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle cate the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and/or is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The follow- ing chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79 79-45 inches...
Page 283: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when an ob- When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and the stacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and brake Front or Rear system is disabled, the instrument cluster...
Page 284: Service The Parksense Park Assist System
282 STARTING AND OPERATING Service The ParkSense Park Assist System Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense System has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster will If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will or PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SEN-...
Page 285: Parksense System Usage Precautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not to ParkSense System Usage Precautions scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be NOTE: covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. • Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free of snow, Failure to do so can result in the system not working ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense system properly.
Page 286: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
284 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to using ParkSense. Always check carefully behind recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions,...
Page 287 NOTE: If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph the Rear Backup Camera is shipped loose and not installed. (13 km/h), the Rear View Camera image will be displayed Please refer to the Ram Body Builders Guide for more continuously until deactivated via the touchscreen button information.
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image WARNING! to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected backup path based on the steering wheel position. The Drivers must be careful when backing up even when active guide lines will show separate zones that will help using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera.
Page 289: Refueling The Vehicle - Gas
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Turning Rear View Camera Image On: CAUTION! (Continued) 1. Press the Controls button located on the bottom of the • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top Uconnect display. off” the fuel tank after filling. 2.
Page 290: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
288 STARTING AND OPERATING have these additives will help improve fuel economy, WARNING! reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle performance. A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gaso- container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be line contains a higher level of detergents burned.
Page 291: Payload
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Payload Inflation Pressure The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver, all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Page 292: Trailer Towing
290 STARTING AND OPERATING weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow follow the requirements and recommendations in this all loose items securely before driving. manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tongue Weight (TW) WARNING! The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the If the gross trailer weight is 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) or more, hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of it is recommended to use a weight-distributing hitch to the load on your vehicle.
Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch WARNING! A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some system may reduce handling, stability and braking other connecting point of the vehicle.
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment Towing With 1500 Air Suspension 1. Set air suspension to normal ride height. No action is required if already in normal ride height. NOTE: The vehicle must remain in the engine run position with all doors closed while attaching a trailer for proper leveling of the air suspension system.
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Under the instrument cluster or touch screen radio 7. Install and adjust the tension in the weight distributing settings, enable jack mode. Jack mode will be canceled bars per the manufacturers’ recommendations so that and procedure must be restarted if the vehicle is driven the height of the front fender is approximately (H2-H1)/ at speeds above 5mph (8 kmh).
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Towing With 2500/3500 Air Suspension 6. Preform a visual inspection of the trailer and weight distributing hitch to confirm manufacturers’ recommen- 1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the trailer dations have been met. (do not connect the trailer).
Page 298: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
296 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening Fifth-Wheel Hitch on the fender to ground, this is height H2. The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle 5.
Page 299: Trailer Towing Weights
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Hitch Type Max. Trailer Weight / Max. Tongue Weight NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: Class III Bumper 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) / 500 lbs •...
Page 300: Towing Requirements
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing the weight CAUTION! (Continued) on the rear axle of the vehicle: • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer • The tongue weight of the trailer. is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do •...
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not 2. GTW overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can 3. GAWR cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, sus- 4.
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (453 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should This could cause inadequate braking and possible per- be of adequate capacity.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 The trailer and the vehicle’s brake lamps will come on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are applied. Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light This light indicates the trailer electrical connection status. If no electrical connection is detected after the ignition is turned on, pushing the GAIN adjustment button or sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status Indi-...
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING GAIN 4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake control for the specific towing condition and should be changed as 5.
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Type of Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric over Hydrau- Electric over Hydrau- lic Trailer Brakes lic Trailer Brakes Load *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs * The suggested selection depends and may change de-...
Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin wiring harness.
Page 307: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent shift- ing does occur while in DRIVE, select TOW/HAUL mode or select a lower gear range (using the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control).
Page 308: Snowplow
306 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level be- Highway Driving fore towing. Reduce speed. Tow/Haul Mode Air Conditioning To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- Turn off temporarily. ing, activate TOW/HAUL mode when driving in hilly areas, or select a lower gear range (using the Electronic Air Suspension System Range Select (ERS) shift control) on more severe grades.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 • Check the runners and cutting edge for excessive wear. NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly recommended that the owner/installer obtain and follow The cutting edge should be ¼ to ½ in (6 cm to 1.2 cm) the recommendations contained within the current Body above ground in snow plowing position.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifications be familiar with the area and surface to be cleaned. Reduce at the factory without consideration for the weight of the speed and use extreme caution when plowing unfamiliar plow.
Page 311: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF Two-Wheel Four-Wheel Drive Models The Ground Drive Models Flat Tow NONE NOT AL- See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK LOWED •...
Page 312: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain • Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will will result. cause severe transmission damage. Damage from Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is al- improper towing is not covered under the New lowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the recreational towing. ground, or OFF the ground (using a vehicle trailer). • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this WARNING! vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the transfer case.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level ground, 7. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. with the engine running. Firmly apply the parking 8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual brake. transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is 2.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 any of these requirements are not met before pushing 5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no longer met during • With manual shift transfer case, shift the transfer case the shift, the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will flash lever to the desired position.
Page 316: Driving Tips
314 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Start the engine. DRIVING TIPS 10. Press and hold the brake pedal. Driving On Slippery Surfaces 11. Release the parking brake. Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery 12. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake pedal surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), and check the right or left.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s WARNING! traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is when driving through standing water. flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water.
Page 319 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... .318 JUMP STARTING ......343 ▫...
Page 320: Hazard Warning Flashers
318 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the upper switch bank just below the radio. Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
Page 321 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 319 ASSIST Call WARNING! The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you to ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the any one of the following support centers: road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the •...
Page 322 320 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. The LED light located between the ASSIST and SOS NOTE: buttons on the Rearview Mirror will turn green once a • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized connection to a SOS operator has been made. by the subscriber.
Page 323 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 321 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) AN ACCIDENT), THE UCONNECT FEATURES, • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., fire APPS AND SERVICES, AMONG OTHERS, WILL or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions or NOT OPERATE. location), do not wait for voice contact from an •...
Page 324 322 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • An In-Vehicle Audio message will state “Vehicle device • The vehicle battery loses power or becomes discon- requires service. Please contact your dealer.” nected during a vehicle crash. • LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network and/or Global WARNING! Positioning Satellite signals are unavailable or ob- structed.
Page 325: Bulb Replacement
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 323 NOTE: CAUTION! • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized by To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never the subscriber. spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. • Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s LTE Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the (voice/data) or 4G (data) and GPS antennas.
Page 326: Replacing Exterior Bulbs
324 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Bulb Number Plate Quad Headlamp – Low Box Off Tail Lamps – Back 1156 Beam Quad Headlamp – High 9005 Replacing Exterior Bulbs Beam Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam Quad Headlamp –...
Page 327 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 325 Headlamp Assembly Attachment Screw Locations Slide Lock 7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front 9. Remove the headlamp assembly. Grasp the outboard wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to disen- access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield.
Page 328 326 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily oily surfaces.
Page 329 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 327 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring harness to the body. CHMSL Bulb And Socket CAUTION! CHMSL Connector Location 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily socket and bulb from housing.
Page 330 328 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped 2. Rotate the bulb socket ¼ turn and pull it from the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp Removing Rear Screw From Clearance Lamp...
Page 331: Fuses
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 329 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. FUSES WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating.
Page 332: Power Distribution Center
330 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 333 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 331 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Blue (1500 – Emissions Diesel – If Equipped LD/Cummins Die- sel) 40 Amp Green (Spe- – Diesel Fuel Heater – If Equipped cial Services Vehicle & Cummins Diesel) 40 Amp Green –...
Page 334 332 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Blue – Engine Control Module 30 Amp Pink (Cum- mins Diesel) 30 Amp Pink – Body Controller #1 / Interior Lighting 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Module 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 335 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 333 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Power Inverter 115V AC – If Equipped 20 Amp Blue – Power Outlet – Special Services Only – 10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter – If Equipped –...
Page 336 334 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp – 10 Amp Red (1500 PM Sensor – If Equipped LD Diesel & Cum- mins Diesel) – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch –...
Page 337 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 335 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow (Gas Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Engine & 1500 LD Equipped Diesel) – 10 Amp Red Coolant Temperature Valve Actuator – 10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes / Electronic Stability Control –...
Page 338 336 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F90/F91 – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear Seats) Customer Select- able – 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter – 10 Amp Red Shifter / Transfer Case Module – 10 Amp Red Rear Camera / Park Assist –...
Page 339: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 337 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The • When installing the power distribution center cover, vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You it is important to ensure the cover is properly posi- could be crushed.
Page 340: Preparations For Jacking
338 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Preparations For Jacking Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or WARNING! slippery areas. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help WARNING! prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
Page 341 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 339 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 342 340 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Front Jacking Locations Rear Jacking Location When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack driver to Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack and connect the jack driver to the extension tubes. the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and Securely place the jack under the sway bar bracket (unless adjust the jack position as required.
Page 343 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 341 WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. someone near it.
Page 344: To Stow The Flat Or Spare - If Equipped
342 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Dual wheel models require a special heavy-duty lug nut increments. Progress around the bolt circle, tightening the tightening adapter (included with the vehicle) to correctly wheel nut opposite to the wheel nut just previously tighten the lug nuts. Also, when it is necessary to remove tightened until final torque is achieved.
Page 345: Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 343 hook at one end that will fit in the pull off notch of the rear bolt circle and strike the high side down with a rubber hub caps. Position the hook and pull straight out on the mallet.
Page 346: Preparations For Jump Start
344 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Preparations For Jump Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition NOTE: The positive battery post may be covered with a switch is ON.
Page 347: Jump Starting Procedure
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 345 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could 3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to the establish a ground connection and personal injury negative (-) post of the booster battery.
Page 348: If Your Engine Overheats
346 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! CAUTION! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Do not connect jumper cable to any of the fuses on the draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not positive battery terminal. The resulting electrical cur- in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.).
Page 349: Gear Selector Override
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 347 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the procedure to temporarily move the gear selector:...
Page 350: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
348 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Page 351 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 349 WARNING! CAUTION! • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 352: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
350 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmis- sion and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating”...
Page 353: Two-Wheel Drive Models
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 351 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent Two-Wheel Drive Models damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 354: Four-Wheel Drive Models
352 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if the Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission remaining wheels are on the ground). Internal dam- damage.
Page 355: Enhanced Accident Response System
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 353 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) CAUTION! This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that vehicle stranded off road.
Page 357 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CONTENTS ▫ Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500 SCHEDULED SERVICING ....357 (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) ... .374 ▫...
Page 358 356 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ▫ Temperature Grades .....416 TIRES ....... .392 ▫...
Page 359: Scheduled Servicing
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 357 SCHEDULED SERVICING Gasoline Engines: Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed indicator system. The oil change indicator system will 8,000 miles (13,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for engine run time, whichever comes first.
Page 360: Maintenance Plan
358 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Plan At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Required Maintenance • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as Refer to the maintenance plan on the following pages for required. required maintenance.
Page 361 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 359 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level.
Page 362 360 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmission fluid and sump filter (AS66RC Transmission Only). Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (66RFE Transmission Only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 363: Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 361 Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle WARNING! Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or 350 hours of • You can be badly injured working on or around a engine run time if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off motor vehicle.
Page 364: Engine Compartment
362 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6.4L Engine 1 — Coolant Pressure Bottle 6 — Battery 2 — Transmission Dipstick 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Washer Solvent 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 —...
Page 365: Checking Oil Level - Gas Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 363 Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating engine oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 366: Dealer Service
364 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can and negative (-) and are identified on the battery burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to case.
Page 367: Engine Oil - Gas Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 365 Engine Oil Selection — 6.4L WARNING! For best performance and maximum protection under all You can be badly injured working on or around a types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec- motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
Page 368: Engine Oil Filter
366 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 6.4L Engine engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Use Mopar SAE 0W-40 engine oil approved to FCA Mate- rial Standard MS-12633 such as Pennzoil Ultra equivalent Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters is recommended for all operating temperatures.
Page 369 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 367 NOTE: Be sure to follow the “Severe Duty Conditions” Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal maintenance interval if applicable. 1. Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover. WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 370 368 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Lift the air cleaner cover to access the air cleaner filter. 3. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly. Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly Air Cleaner Filter 1 — Air Cleaner Cover 2 —...
Page 371: Air Conditioner Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 369 2. Install the air cleaner cover onto the housing assembly WARNING! (Continued) locating tabs. • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant un- 3. Latch the spring clips and lock the air cleaner cover to der high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or the housing assembly.
Page 372 370 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf The cabin air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove compartment. Perform the following procedure to R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo- replace the filter: roolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the Environmental 1.
Page 373 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 371 3. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides 4. Disengage the glove compartment door from its hinges of the glove compartment door, push inward on both by opening the glove compartment past the travel stop sides of the glove compartment to release the glove and pulling it toward you.
Page 374 372 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Finger Tabs Finger Tab...
Page 375 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 373 6. Remove the cabin air filter by pulling it straight out of 8. Reinstall the glove compartment on the hinges. the housing. Glove Compartment Installation Cabin Air Filter 9. Pull the tension tether outward and reinstall the glove 7.
Page 376: Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
374 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500 (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil change. Right Side Of Glove Compartment 1 — Glove Compartment Tension Tether 2 — Glove Compartment Travel Stop NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and Front Drive Shaft Double Cardan Joint glove compartment travel stops are fully engaged.
Page 377: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 375 The grease fitting is located at the rear of the front Accessory Drive Belt Inspection driveshaft, near the centering mechanism of double cardan joint. Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper WARNING! maintenance intervals. Use Mopar Type MS-6560 (lithium- •...
Page 378: Body Lubrication
376 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or rumble is heard or felt while drive belt is in operation) Some conditions can be caused by a faulty component such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys should be carefully inspected for damage and proper alignment.
Page 379: Windshield Wiper Blades
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 377 The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small periodically, not just when wiper performance problems amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock are experienced.
Page 380 378 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, flip glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position. up the locking tab. Windshield Wiper Arm Wiper Locking Assembly 1 —...
Page 381 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 379 3. Tilt the lower end of the wiper blade away from the arm 5. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper and use one finger push the release tab toward the blade from the wiper arm by holding the wiper arm wiper arm.
Page 382: Exhaust System
380 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Installing The Front Wipers have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- 1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the wiper arm is aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or in the full up position.
Page 383 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 381 In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and • The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service, fuel only.
Page 384: Cooling System
382 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. WARNING! Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill You or others can be badly burned by hot engine NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 385 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 383 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that allows specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (anti- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam- freeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000 miles age and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 386 384 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized Cooling System Pressure Cap water when mixing the water/engine coolant (anti- The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine freeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant...
Page 387 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 385 Disposal Of Used Coolant Points To Remember Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is a regu- NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ lated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your from the front of the engine compartment.
Page 388: Brake System
386 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a WARNING! minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion pro- Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi- tection of your engine which contains aluminum com- bly a collision.
Page 389: Automatic Transmission
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 387 Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica- WARNING! (Continued) tions” for further information. • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the WARNING! brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage •...
Page 390 388 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check CAUTION! Check the fluid level when the engine is fully warmed up Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- and the transmission fluid is at normal operating tempera- er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in ture.
Page 391 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 389 2. Park the vehicle on level ground. the specified fluid (see Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for fluid specifications). After adding any quan- 3. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60 tity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait a minimum of seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of this two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmis- procedure.
Page 392: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
390 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 9. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the park- When checking the fluid level (4500/5500 only), the vehicle ing brake. should be in a level position. The fluid level should be ¼ in ± ¼ in (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the fill hole on the front NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the trans- axle.
Page 393: Transfer Case
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 391 Refer to “Scheduled Servicing” in this chapter for the Fluid Level Check proper maintenance intervals. This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the filler Lubricant Selection plug hole with the vehicle in a level position.
Page 394: Tires
392 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRES Tire Markings Tire Safety Information Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following information: Tire Markings, Tire Identification Numbers, Tire Terminology and Definitions, Tire Pressures, and Tire Loading. Tire Markings 1 — U.S. DOT Safety 4 —...
Page 395 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 393 • LT (Light Truck) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters design standards.
Page 396 394 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
Page 397 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 395 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 cer- tain operating conditions –...
Page 398 396 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Identification Number (TIN) the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 399 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 397 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located be- hind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 400 398 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 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. Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
Page 401 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 399 Tire And Loading Information Placard Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard in “Vehicle Loading”...
Page 402 400 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit— this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or Metric Example For Load Limit XXX lbs.”...
Page 403: Tires - General Information
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 401 Tires — General Information WARNING! Tire Pressure Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas increase your stopping distance.
Page 404 402 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Economy Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish • Tread Wear response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Ride Comfort NOTE: Safety • Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic and unpredictable steering response.
Page 405 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 403 Tire Inflation Pressures Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with tem- The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the perature changes. driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per At least once a month: 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change.
Page 406 404 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • The damage is only on the tread section of your tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. (sidewall damage is not repairable). • The puncture is no greater than a ¼ of an inch (6 mm). WARNING! Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum...
Page 407 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 405 Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping. Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emer- gency”...
Page 408 406 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Life Of Tire Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors oil, grease, and gasoline. including, but not limited to: Replacement Tires •...
Page 409: Tire Types
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 407 It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer WARNING! (Continued) or original equipment dealer with any questions you may • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad- have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use equate speed capability can result in sudden tire equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 410 408 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped Snow Tires Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires tions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. during the Winter.
Page 411: Spare Tires - If Equipped
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 409 Spare Tires — If Equipped spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire. Compact of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”...
Page 412 410 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 413: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 411 Limited Use Spare — If Equipped Wheel And Wheel Trim Care The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using use spare wheel.
Page 414: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
412 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and Clear Coat Wheels wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam- age to the wheels.
Page 415 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 413 Please follow the table below for proper tire size, chain type, and axle recommendations: Vehicle Axle Recommendations Tire Sizes Chain Class Chassis Cab 3500 (Single Rear Only LT275/70R18E U Class Rear Wheel) Models Chassis Cab 3500 (Dual Rear Only LT235/80R17E U Class...
Page 416: Tire Rotation Recommendations
414 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, CAUTION! (Continued) snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- quiet ride. tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). Refer to the “Maintenance Plan”...
Page 417 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 415 • After a tire rotation is completed, as shown below, the Dual Rear Wheels system can auto learn the locations of each sensor ID. Auto learning/localization occurs when the vehicle ig- nition status is changed from Off to On and speeds of greater than 5 mph (8km/h) are obtained and remain over 5mph (8km/h) for at about a 15 minute period.
Page 418: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
416 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving CAUTION! (Continued) habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- replace an outer rear tire it will have to be remounted teristics and climate. on the rim so that the wheel is dished inward. That Traction Grades way the tread design of asymmetrical tires will maintain proper position.
Page 419: Storing The Vehicle
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 417 Sustained high temperature can cause the material of fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C of compressor damage when the system is started again.
Page 420: Body And Underbody Maintenance
418 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The most common causes are: Preserving The Bodywork • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Washing • Stone and gravel impact. • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using Mopar Car Wash, or a mild car wash •...
Page 421: Interiors
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 419 Special Care INTERIORS • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near Seats And Fabric Parts the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and month.
Page 422: Plastic And Coated Parts
420 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Seat Belt Maintenance Plastic And Coated Parts Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. CAUTION! If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or •...
Page 423: Leather Parts
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 421 Leather Parts CAUTION! Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Ketone upholstery. based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular damage to the seat may result.
Page 425 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ....429 IDENTIFICATION DATA....424 ▫...
Page 426: Identification Data
424 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IDENTIFICATION DATA BRAKE SYSTEM If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated Vehicle Identification Number brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the function.
Page 427: Hydraulic Brake Assist
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 425 Hydraulic Brake Assist Torque Specifications The brake system power assist is provided by a hydro- Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ boost unit which shares fluid with the power steering Bolt Torque Bolt Type Bolt Size Bolt Socket system.
Page 428 426 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do not substi- lug nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being tute with chrome plated wheel nuts. rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the washer.
Page 429 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 427 Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued to torques listed in the table. Go through the sequence a specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud nuts to second time to verify that specific torque has been specifications at each lubrication interval.
Page 430: Fuel Requirements
428 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these 6.4L Engine symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider- Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than ing service for the vehicle.
Page 431: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 429 Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gaso- CAUTION! (Continued) line contains a higher level of detergents and/or cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to to further aide in minimizing engine illuminate. Please observe pump labels as they should and fuel system deposits. When avail- clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 15% able, the usage of Top Tier Detergent ethanol (E-15).
Page 432: Cng And Lp Fuel System Modifications
430 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications Fuel System Cautions Modifications that allow the engine to run on compressed CAUTION! natural gas (CNG) or liquid propane (LP) may result in damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo- Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s nents.
Page 433: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 431 NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon- oxide poisoning: •...
Page 434: Fluid Capacities
432 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 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 6.4L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certi- 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters fied) Cooling System...
Page 435: Fluids And Lubricants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 433 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 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 Tech- nology). Engine Oil – 6.4L Engine For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec- ommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the Ameri- can Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN.
Page 436 434 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam- age and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is differ- ent and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (anti- freeze) or any “globally compatible”...
Page 437: Chassis
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 435 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (6.4L Engine with 66RFE Trans- Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to mission) (For Diesel Engine See Diesel Supplement) use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 439 MULTIMEDIA CONTENTS UCONNECT RADIOS ....439 VOICE COMMANDS .....484 ▫...
Page 440 438 MULTIMEDIA ▫ Android Auto — If Equipped ....499 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ... .501 ▫ General Information .....500 ▫...
Page 441: Uconnect Radios
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT RADIOS For detailed information about your Uconnect radio, refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement. NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration pur- poses only and may not reflect exact software for your vehicle. PERSONALIZED MENU BAR The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar are easily changed for your convenience.
Page 442: Cybersecurity
440 MULTIMEDIA CYBERSECURITY WARNING! Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be • It is not possible to know or to predict all of the equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are networks allow your vehicle to send and receive informa- breached.
Page 443: Uconnect Settings
MULTIMEDIA NOTE: UCONNECT SETTINGS • FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you directly The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on the regarding software updates. touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access •...
Page 444: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect 3
442 MULTIMEDIA Units, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped), Engine Off Options, Trailer Brake, Audio, Compass Settings, Phone/ Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore Settings, Clear Personal Data and System Information. NOTE: Only one category may be selected at a time. When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode.
Page 445 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Display Mode Auto Manual Set Language English, Français, Español NOTE: If Arabic is selected as the vehicle language, the voice recognition and text messaging features will not function. Touchscreen Beep Fuel Saver Display NOTE: The “Fuel Saver Display” feature will allow you to enable fuel saver mode and will be displayed in the instrument cluster display.
Page 446 444 MULTIMEDIA Voice After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Voice Response Length Brief Detailed Show Command List Always With Help Never Clock & Date After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options...
Page 447 MULTIMEDIA Safety/Assistance After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options ParkSense — If Equipped Sound Only Sounds and Display NOTE: The ParkSense system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h).
Page 448 446 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see ac- tive guidelines over the ParkView Back up camera display whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The im- age will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check entire surroundings”...
Page 449 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Hill Start Assist — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Hill Start Assist” feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system becomes active. Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay...
Page 450 448 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped Flash Lights With Lock NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash when the doors are locked or un- locked with the key fob.
Page 451 MULTIMEDIA Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks NOTE: When the “Auto Door Locks” feature is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 452 450 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Memory Linked To Fob — If Equipped NOTE: • The “Memory Linked To Fob” feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle. • The seat will return to the memorized seat location if “Memory Linked To Fob” is set to (On) when the key fob is used to unlock the door.
Page 453 MULTIMEDIA Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat &...
Page 454 452 MULTIMEDIA Suspension — If Equipped After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Lower Flash Lights With Lower Auto Entry/Exit Suspension NOTE: When the “Auto Entry/Exit Suspension” feature is selected, the vehicle automatically lowers from ride height posi- tion when vehicle shifted to park for easy entry/exit.
Page 455 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Transport Mode NOTE: When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed towing. Wheel Alignment Mode NOTE: The “Wheel Alignment Mode” feature prevents auto leveling of the air suspension while performing a wheel align- ment service.
Page 456 454 MULTIMEDIA Audio After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Balance/Fade Speaker Icon (Arrow Buttons) NOTE: The “Balance/Fade” feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade settings. Press and drag the speaker icon or use the arrows to adjust, tap the “C”...
Page 457 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped NOTE: The “AUX Volume Offset” feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input. Loudness — If Equipped NOTE: The “Loudness” feature improves sound quality at lower volumes.
Page 458 456 MULTIMEDIA Compass Settings — If Equipped After pressing the “Compass Settings” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Variance NOTE: • Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differ- ences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 459 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Perform Compass Calibra- tion NOTE: Press the “Calibration” button on the touchscreen to change this setting. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic until it is calibrated.
Page 460 458 MULTIMEDIA Phone/Bluetooth After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Paired Phones List of Paired Phones NOTE: The “Paired Phones” feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information, refer to the Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement.
Page 461 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Subscription Info Sirius ID NOTE: New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe.
Page 462 460 MULTIMEDIA Clear Personal Data After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Clear Personal Data Cancel NOTE: When this feature is selected it will remove all personal data including Bluetooth devices and presets. If “Yes” is se- lected a pop-up will appear asking Are you sure you want to clear all personal data?”...
Page 463: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect 4C/4C Nav Personal Settings
MULTIMEDIA Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Once the setting is complete, 4C/4C NAV Personal Settings either press the back arrow button on the touchscreen or Press the “Apps” button on the touchscreen then press the the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous “Settings”...
Page 464 462 MULTIMEDIA Display After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Display Mode Night Auto NOTE: When Day or Night is selected for the Display Mode, the usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause the radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control even though the headlights are on.
Page 465 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Set Theme Pre-configured Themes Set Language English, Français, Español NOTE: Arabic is available for the navigation system (if equipped) only. Touchscreen Beep Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If Equipped Controls Screen Time-Out — If Equipped Fuel Saver Display —...
Page 466 464 MULTIMEDIA Clock After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sync Time With GPS — If Equipped Set Time Hours – Set Time Minutes – Time Format 12hrs 24hrs Show Time In Status Bar —...
Page 467 MULTIMEDIA Camera After pressing the “Camera” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options ParkView Backup Camera Delay — If Equipped NOTE: The “ParkView Backup Camera Delay” setting determines whether or not the screen will display the rear view image with dynamic grid lines for up to ten seconds after the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE.
Page 468 466 MULTIMEDIA Safety & Driving Assistance After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options ParkSense Sound Only Sound and Display NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in RE- VERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h).
Page 469 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options ParkView Backup Camera NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check entire surroundings”...
Page 470 468 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Rain Sensing Auto Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the windshield wip- ers if it senses moisture on the windshield. Hill Start Assist — If Equipped Mirrors &...
Page 471 MULTIMEDIA Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay – NOTE: When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 472 470 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Flash Lights With Lock NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lamps will flash when the doors are locked or un- locked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. Doors &...
Page 473 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Flash Lights With Lock NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” fea- ture selected.
Page 474 472 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Passive Entry — If Equipped NOTE: The “Passive Entry” feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons. Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob — If Equipped NOTE: •...
Page 475 MULTIMEDIA Engine Off Options After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Engine Off Power Delay – NOTE: When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to ten minutes after the igni- tion is cycled to OFF.
Page 476 474 MULTIMEDIA Air Suspension — If Equipped After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Lower NOTE: When the “Sound Horn With Lower” feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the key fob remote lower button is pushed.
Page 477 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Tire Jack Mode NOTE: When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire. Transport Mode NOTE: When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat bed towing.
Page 478 476 MULTIMEDIA Trailer Brake After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Trailer Select Trailer 1 Trailer 2 Trailer 3 Trailer 4 Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Audio...
Page 479 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Speed Adjusted Vol- NOTE: The “Speed Adjusted Volume” feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed. Surround Sound — If Equipped NOTE: The “Surround Sound” feature provides simulated surround sound mode. AUX Volume Offset —...
Page 480 478 MULTIMEDIA Phone Settings After pressing the “Phone Settings” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Do Not Disturb List of Settings NOTE: Press “Do Not Disturb” to access the available settings. The following settings are: Auto Reply (both, text, call), Auto Reply Message (custom, default) and Custom Auto Reply Message (create message).
Page 481 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Tune Start NOTE: The “Tune Start” feature begins playing the current song from the beginning when you tune to a music channel using one of the twelve presets, so you can enjoy the complete song.
Page 482 480 MULTIMEDIA Restore Settings After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Restore Settings Cancel NOTE: When the “Restore Settings” feature is selected it will reset all settings to their default settings. System Information After pressing the “System Information”...
Page 483: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio EQUIPPED sources. The remote sound system controls are located on the back surface of the steering wheel.
Page 484: Cd Player - If Equipped
482 MULTIMEDIA CD Player — If Equipped Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pushing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within eight seconds after the current track begins to play.
Page 485: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
MULTIMEDIA RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy emitted is Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wire- your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from less devices such as mobile phones.
Page 486: Voice Commands
484 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: VOICE COMMANDS • This equipment has been tested and found to comply Introducing Uconnect with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these helpful Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to quick tips.
Page 487 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 3 Uconnect 4C/4C NAV...
Page 488: Get Started
486 MULTIMEDIA Get Started All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instruc- tions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind noise and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition.
Page 489: Basic Voice Commands
MULTIMEDIA Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • “Cancel” to stop a current voice session • “Help” to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
Page 490: Radio
488 MULTIMEDIA Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say: •...
Page 491 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 3.0 Uconnect 3...
Page 492: Media
490 MULTIMEDIA Media Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and auxil- iary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and AUX devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button .
Page 493 MULTIMEDIA TIP: Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your USB device. Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist, album, song and genre information is displayed. Uconnect 3 Uconnect 3.0...
Page 494: Phone
492 MULTIMEDIA Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system ready. Check UconnectPhone.com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. Push the Phone button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: •...
Page 495 MULTIMEDIA TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a contact has multiple phone numbers, you can say “Call John Smith work.” Uconnect 3 Uconnect 3.0...
Page 496: Climate (4C/4C Nav)
494 MULTIMEDIA Climate (4C/4C NAV) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: •...
Page 497: Navigation (4C Nav)
MULTIMEDIA 2. Then follow the system prompts. TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button . After the beep, say: “ Find nearest coffee shop.” Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Climate Navigation (4C NAV) The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you do not know exactly how to get to where you want to go.
Page 498: Siriusxm Guardian (4C Nav) - If Equipped
496 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM Guardian (4C NAV) — If Equipped Send & Go Vehicle Finder CAUTION! Stolen Vehicle Assistance Some SiriusXM Guardian services, including SOS Call Remote Vehicle Start** and Roadside Assistance Call will NOT work without an operable LTE (voice/data) or 3G or 4G (data) net- Remote Horn &...
Page 499: Mobile App (4C Nav)
MULTIMEDIA 3. Select “Customer Care” to speak with a SiriusXM To use the Uconnect App: Guardian Customer Care agent who will activate ser- • Download the Uconnect App to your mobile device. vices in your vehicle, or select “Enter Email” to activate •...
Page 500: Apple Carplay - If Equipped
498 MULTIMEDIA Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the Apple CarPlay — If Equipped following commands: Apple CarPlay allows you to use your voice to interact • Show fuel prices with Siri through your vehicle’s voice recognition system, and use your smartphone’s data plan to project your •...
Page 501 MULTIMEDIA Android Auto — If Equipped Android Auto allows you to use your voice to interact with Android’s best-in-class speech technology through your vehicle’s voice recognition system, and use your smart- phone’s data plan to project your Android powered smart- phone and a number of its apps onto your Uconnect touchscreen.
Page 502 500 MULTIMEDIA General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 503 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect System Support: 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays. • U.S. residents visit DriveUconnect.com or call: 1-877- 855-8400(24 hours a day 7 days a week) 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. •...
Page 505 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ......504 Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 506: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
504 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE YOUR VEHICLE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy Prepare For The Appointment with our products and services. If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you.
Page 507: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 505 Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer center In Mexico Contact should include the following information: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 • Owner’s name and address Sante Fe C.P. 05109 • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) Mexico, D.
Page 508: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
506 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech questions about the service contract, call the manufactur- Impaired (TDD/TTY) er’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800- 521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) 465-2001 English / To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the (800) 387-9983 French).
Page 509: Warranty Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 507 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS WARNING! In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of immediately inform the National Highway Traffic...
Page 510: In Canada
508 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE In Canada Diagnostic Procedure Manuals If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, should contact the Customer Service Department imme- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals diately.
Page 511 INDEX...
Page 512 510 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .383 Air Conditioning Refrigerant ....369, 370 Adding Fuel ......287 Air Conditioning System .
Page 513 INDEX 511 Fluid Type ......387, 435 Bulbs, Light ......234, 323 Shifting .
Page 514 512 INDEX Child Restraints ......204 Inspection ......385 Child Seat Installation .
Page 515 INDEX 513 Door Ajar Light......150 Emission Control System Maintenance... .157 Door Locks, Automatic .
Page 516 514 INDEX Exterior Lights ......67, 234 Four Wheel Drive ......255 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .
Page 517: Introduction
INDEX 515 General Information......178 Hitches Glass Cleaning ......421 Trailer Towing .
Page 518 516 INDEX Jump Starting ......343 Air Bag ......147, 193, 232 Automatic Headlights .
Page 519 INDEX 517 Passing ....... .70 Maintenance Free Battery .....363 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 520 518 INDEX Occupant Restraints ......179 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...5, 508 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .
Page 521 INDEX 519 Rearward ......44, 46 Reminder, Seat Belt ......180 Recline .
Page 522 520 INDEX Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...191 Power ....... . .44 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Signals, Turn ......73, 155, 234 Storing Your Vehicle ......417 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) .
Page 524 522 INDEX Load Capacity ..... . .398, 399 Traction ....... . .314 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .
Page 525 INDEX 523 Uconnect Washers, Windshield..... .77, 363 Customer Programmable Features ... . .451 Washing Vehicle .
Page 526 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING The antenna cable should be as short as practical and EQUIPMENT routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use Special design considerations are incorporated into this only fully shielded coaxial cable. vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to frequency signals.

RAM Chassis CAB 2018 Owner's Manual

Introduction

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Getting to Know Your Vehicle

Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel

Safety

Starting and Operating

In Case of Emergency

Servicing and Maintenance

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