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2021 RAM 2500/3500

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Charles Schwiers

May 30, 2025

I don’t see a diagram of the fuse box in the manual. Which fuses control the trailer lights and where are they located. My lights don’t work and l think it’s because the fuses are blown.

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Mr. Anderson

May 30, 2025

In the 2021 RAM 2500, the trailer lights are controlled by fuses located in the Power Distribution Center in the engine compartment near the battery. One specific fuse related to the trailer brake control is fuse F38, a 30-amp fuse labeled as ITBM (Integrated Trailer Brake Module). This fuse powers the trailer brake module, and if it is blown, the brake control module will not light up.

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Page 1 2021 RAM 2500/3500 OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 2 This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........................9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................. 16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ............101 STARTING AND OPERATING ....................136 MULTIMEDIA ..........................257 SAFETY ............................305 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ....................370 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................394 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................473 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................487 INDEX ..............................491...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF DOORS ..............26 Manual Door Locks........26 EQUIPPED .............43 Symbols Key............10 Power Door Locks — If Equipped ....27 MIRRORS ..............43 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS......10 Power Side Steps — If Equipped ....28 Inside Rearview Mirror ........ 43 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ..10 Keyless Enter-N-Go —...
Page 5 CLIMATE CONTROLS ........... 59 TAILGATE ...............84 EXTERIOR LIGHTS..........52 Headlight Switch .......... 52 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Opening ............84 Multifunction Lever........53 And Functions ..........60 Closing............84 Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Tailgate Removal ......... 84 Bed Step —...
Page 6 PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE ..146 ENGINE..............104 PROGRAMS............134 Cold Weather Precautions ......147 Engine Idling ..........149 Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions — STARTING AND OPERATING Noise ............150 Gas Engine ..........105 Stopping The Engine .........150 BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 7 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ......218 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY (IF EQUIPPED ............168 EQUIPPED) ............191 LaneSense Operation........218 Turning LaneSense On Or Off ....219 Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Things To Know Before Using Your LaneSense Warning Message ....
Page 8 MULTIMEDIA TRAILER TOWING ..........236 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ......313 Common Towing Definitions .....236 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If UCONNECT SYSTEMS ........257 Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Equipped ...........313 CYBERSECURITY ..........257 Weight............240 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With UCONNECT SETTINGS........258 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Mitigation —...
Page 9 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...... 374 Replacement — Diesel Engine ....417 Preparations For Jacking......375 SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Jack Location ..........375 ENGINE ...............394 Fuel — Diesel Engine .........418 Removal Of Jack And Tools .......375 Maintenance Plan —...
Page 10 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ......487 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ........466 ENGINE ..............475 FCA US LLC Customer Center ....487 FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center ... 488 Treadwear ..........467 6.4L Engine ..........475 Mexico ............488 Traction Grades .........467 Reformulated Gasoline ......475 Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands....488...
Page 11 Dear Customer, Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ram vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers differently from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle.
Page 12: Symbols Key
To obtain dimensional and technical specifications for your vehicle, refer ARROW Follow this reference for additional information to the Body Builder’s Guide at https://www.ramtrucks.com/ on a particular feature. ram-commercial/body-builders-guide.html. VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS FOOTNOTE WARNING! Supplementary and relevant information pertaining to the topic.
Page 13: Symbol Glossary
SYMBOL GLOSSARY Red Warning Lights Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating Battery Charge Warning Light precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to Ú page 125 follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol Ú...
Page 14 Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light — If Low Washer Fluid Warning Light Equipped Ú page 128 Ú page 126 Low Fuel Warning Light Air Suspension Fault Warning Light — If Equipped Ú page 128 Ú...
Page 15 Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Indicator Lights Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light — Cargo Light — If Equipped If Equipped Ú page 130 Ú page 130 Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped Ú...
Page 16 Yellow Indicator Lights Yellow Indicator Lights Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light — Wait To Start Light — If Equipped If Equipped Ú page 132 Ú page 131 Water In Fuel Indicator Light — If Equipped Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light Ú...
Page 17 Green Indicator Lights White Indicator Lights LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped Ú page 132 Ú page 133 Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped Ú...
Page 18: Keys
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE KEYS NOTE: With the ignition in the ON position and the  vehicle moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked  commands are disabled. if the key fob is located next to a mobile Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which phone, laptop, or other electronic device.
Page 19 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE tailgate and the RamBox (if equipped). To lock 1 — LED Indicator Light all the doors and the tailgate, push the lock 2 — Unlock button once. 3 — Tailgate Release (If Equipped) When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals 4 —...
Page 20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Do not touch the battery terminals that are 2. Hold the key fob with the button side facing NOTE:  on the back housing or the printed circuit down, and locate the small rectangular gap When replacing the battery, ensure the (+) sign board.
Page 21: Sentry Key
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 6. To assemble the key fob case, line up the Programming And Requesting Additional electronics. A blank key fob is one that has top edge of the back cover with the top of never been programmed. Key Fobs the fob, and press the edges into the Programming the key fob may be performed by...
Page 22: Ignition Switch
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH bulb check, it indicates that someone The push button ignition can be placed in the attempted to start the engine with an invalid key following modes: -N-G fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used to EYLESS NTER GNITION...
Page 23: Remote Start - If Equipped (Gasoline)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) emergency key) of the key fob against the The key fob may not be detected by the  START/STOP ignition button and push to Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat- ...
Page 24: How To Use Remote Start
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start If your power door locks were unlocked,  Remote Start will automatically lock the weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in mode for a 15 minute cycle.
Page 25: To Exit Remote Start Mode
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — NOTE: EMOTE TART OMFORT YSTEMS WARNING! QUIPPED For vehicles equipped with the Keyless  Do not start or run an engine in a closed  Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry feature, the When Remote Start is activated, the front and garage or confined area.
Page 26: Remote Start Abort Message
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — If NOTE: EMOTE TART BORT ESSAGE Equipped Obstructions between the vehicle and the The following messages will display in the  In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or  key fob may reduce this range. instrument cluster display if the vehicle fails to below, the climate settings will default to remote start, or exits Remote Start prematurely:...
Page 27: Vehicle Security System - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE All of the following conditions must be met YSTEM WARNING! before the engine will remote start: Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Do not start or run an engine in a closed  Gear selector in PARK ...
Page 28: To Disarm The System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE vehicle doors will remain locked unless all seconds between cycles, and up to eight cycles ISARM YSTEM doors are set to unlock on first press within if the trigger remains active. The Vehicle The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed Uconnect Settings.
Page 29: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I OWER OCKS QUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) The power door lock switches are located on Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or  each front door panel. Push the switch to lock or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving unlock the doors.
Page 30: Power Side Steps - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the door lock switch is pushed while the unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position and push the key fob lock or unlock buttons. With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft the driver's door is open, the doors will not lock.
Page 31 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Frequency Operated Button Integrated Key inside the vehicle, the vehicle will unlock and (FOBIK-Safe) alert the customer. To minimize the possibility of unintentionally NOTE: locking a Passive Entry key fob inside your The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a vehicle, the Passive Entry system is equipped valid Passive Entry key fob is detected inside with an automatic door unlock feature which...
Page 32: Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — NOTE: UTOMATIC NLOCK OORS HILD ROTECTION QUIPPED After pushing the door handle button, you To provide a safer environment for small  must wait two seconds before you can lock or children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry are equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock...
Page 33: Steering Wheel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Always use this device when carrying children. When the Child-Protection Door Lock system  After engaging the child lock on both rear doors, is engaged, the door can be opened only by check for effective engagement by trying to using the outside door handle even though open a door with the internal handle.
Page 34: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I EATED TEERING HEEL WARNING! QUIPPED Persons who are unable to feel pain to the  The steering wheel contains a heating element skin because of advanced age, chronic that helps warm your hands in cold weather. illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medica- The heated steering wheel has only one tion, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other phys-...
Page 35: Basic Voice Commands
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume ASIC OICE OMMANDS while facing straight ahead. The The basic Voice Commands below can be given microphone is located in the headliner and at any point while using your Uconnect system. aimed at the driver.
Page 36: Additional Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE through a memory switch. Each memory profile The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to DDITIONAL NFORMATION  recall either of two saved memory profiles. saves desired position settings for the following © 2020 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar features: and Uconnect are registered trademarks and Driver’s seat...
Page 37: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Push the set (S) button on the memory 3. Once the profile has been recalled, push A recall can be canceled by pushing any of the switch, and then push the desired memory and release the set (S) button on the memory buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a recall.
Page 38: Manual Front Seat Adjustment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ANUAL RONT DJUSTMENT WARNING! Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjusting a seat while driving may be  Adjustment dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could Both front seats are adjustable forward or cause a collision and serious injury or rearward.
Page 39: Manual Rear Seat Adjustment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. If equipped, the back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compartment.
Page 40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tilting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted Do not ride with the seatback reclined so  up or down using the power seat switch. The that the shoulder belt is no longer resting front of the seat cushion will move in the against your chest.
Page 41: Heated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When you place the ignition in the OFF posi-  Push the heated seat button once to turn  WARNING! tion, the driver’s seat will move to a position the HI setting on. 0.3 inches (7.7 mm) forward of the rear stop Persons who are unable to feel pain to the ...
Page 42: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE LO, or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights seat cover to help keep the driver and front For information on use with the Remote Start in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. passenger cooler in higher ambient system, see Ú...
Page 43 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Front Head Restraints NOTE: NOTE: Four-way head restraints have seven tilt/ If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench Four-Way Head Restraints — If Equipped locking positions. When pulling fully forward, seat, the center head restraint is not adjustable Your vehicle may be equipped with front the head restraint will spring back to the or removable.
Page 44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Head Restraint Removal WARNING! To remove the head restraint, push the A loose head restraint thrown forward in a  adjustment button and the release button while collision or hard stop could cause serious pulling upward on the whole assembly.
Page 45: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF The pedals cannot be adjusted when the WARNING! vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Cruise EQUIPPED Control system is on. If there is an attempt to Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is adjust the pedals when the system is locked moving.
Page 46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted The Automatic Dimming feature can be turned To activate the Digital Rearview Mirror, push the while set in the day position (toward the on or off through the touchscreen. control on the bottom of the mirror forward.
Page 47: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Use the left and right buttons to scroll through “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If NOTE: menu options. The sun visor can also be extended while the Equipped sun visor is against the windshield for additional When not in use, pull the on/off control back The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 48: Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature feature is controlled by the inside automatic To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left) or R dimming mirror. The mirrors will automatically (right) button to select the mirror that you want All outside mirrors are designed to be able to be adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror to adjust.
Page 49: Power Convex Mirror Switch - If
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The switch for the power folding mirrors is Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors located between the power mirror switches You may need to reset the power folding mirrors L (left) and R (right). Push the switch once and if the following occurs: the mirrors will fold in, push the switch a second The mirrors are accidentally blocked while...
Page 50: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A small blindspot mirror is located next to the position when the vehicle is shifted out of If the Power Convex Mirror Switch is not pushed main mirror and can be adjusted manually. REVERSE. If the vehicle is equipped with Driver a second time, the switch will automatically Memory Settings, this feature will be linked to default back to the larger portion of the outside...
Page 51: Before You Begin Programming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE lighting, or home security systems. The Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the DENTIFYING HETHER HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles garage before you begin programming. OLLING OLLING 12 Volt battery. It is recommended that you erase all the EVICE channels of your HomeLink®...
Page 52: Programming Homelink® To A Garage Door Opener
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ® T and then rapidly. Once this happens, 3. Push the programmed HomeLink® button ROGRAMMING release both buttons. to confirm that the garage door opener ARAGE PENER motor operates. If the garage door opener NOTE: To program any of the HomeLink®...
Page 53: Miscellaneous Device
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE time-out in the same manner. The procedure ANADIAN PERATOR WARNING! (Continued) may need to be performed multiple times to ROGRAMMING successfully pair the device to your HomeLink® Do not run your vehicle in a closed garage ...
Page 54: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink® If you unplugged the garage door opener/ panel light dimming, cargo light/trailer spotter button, while you press and release device for programming, plug it back in at this lights (if equipped), and fog lights (if equipped).
Page 55: Multifunction Lever
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If allowed by law in the country in which the to low beams until the approaching vehicle is ULTIFUNCTION EVER  vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running out of view. The multifunction lever is located on the left Lights can be turned on and off using the NOTE: side of the steering column.
Page 56: Flash-To-Pass
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE LED H clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate LASH IRECTIONAL EADLAMP YSTEM the headlight switch back to the O (off) position. — I QUIPPED You can signal another vehicle with your UTOMATIC EADLIGHTS IPERS headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction This is a system consisting of LED (low/high...
Page 57: Headlight Delay
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I — I EADLIGHT ELAY RONT IGHTS QUIPPED HANGE SSIST QUIPPED To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight To activate the front fog lights, turn on the Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, delay feature will leave the headlights on for up parking lights or low beam headlights and push without moving beyond the detent, and the turn...
Page 58: Battery Saver
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is stationary, these lights can REVERSE. The trailer spotter lights will turn off NOTE: also be turned on using the switch located just when the vehicle transmission is placed in Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is inside the pickup box, on the lower part of the DRIVE.
Page 59: Illuminated Entry
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE No on/off button, only courtesy light With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating  the right dimmer control upward will increase NOTE: the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The rear courtesy/reading lights will remain on Rotating the left dimmer control will adjust the until the switch is pushed a second time, so be interior and ambient light levels.
Page 60: Windshield Wipers And Washers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The illuminated entry system will not operate if pushed while in the off position, the wiper will INDSHIELD IPER PERATION the Dome Defeat button on the overhead turn on and cycle approximately three times Intermittent Wipers console is pushed.
Page 61: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When  The mist feature does not activate the washer the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in The Rain Sensing feature will not operate  the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing pump;...
Page 62: Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Recirculation Button UTOMATIC LIMATE ONTROL Icons and descriptions can vary based upon ESCRIPTIONS UNCTIONS Press and release this button on the vehicle equipment. touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate, to change the system MAX A/C Button between Recirculation mode and Press and release the MAX A/C button...
Page 63 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Auto Button temperature settings for best windshield and CAUTION! (Continued) side window defrosting and defogging. When Set your desired temperature and toggling the front defrost mode button, the Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or ...
Page 64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: to manual operation. The speeds can be Faceplate selected using either the blower control knob on Push the MODE button to change the airflow The numbers within the temperature display  the faceplate or the buttons on the distribution mode.
Page 65: Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A/C Button ANUAL LIMATE ONTROL Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi- ESCRIPTIONS UNCTIONS Push the A/C button to engage the Air tions to provide cooler air out of the panel Conditioning (A/C). The A/C indicator outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE On vehicles equipped with Manual Climate The temperature decreases as you CAUTION! controls, the Recirculation mode is not allowed turn the temperature control knob in Defrost mode to improve window clearing Failure to follow these cautions can cause counterclockwise.
Page 67: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Panel Mode Mix Mode 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the Air comes from the outlets in the Air is directed through the floor, settings.
Page 68: Climate Voice Recognition
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Operation Override Summer Operation Outside Air Intake This system offers a full complement of manual The engine cooling system must be protected Make sure the air intake, located directly in override features. The AUTO symbol in the front with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide front of the windshield, is free of obstructions, ATC display will be turned off when the system...
Page 69 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped Activation By Remote Start Operation  WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating When the Remote Start is activated and the Turn (A/C) on and element located at the base of the windshield. outside ambient temperature is less than Warm Weather set the mode control...
Page 70: Interior Storage And Equipment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT To open the lower glove compartment, pull the release handle. TORAGE WARNING! Glove Compartment Do not operate this vehicle with a glove The glove compartment is located on the compartment in the open position. Driving passenger side of the instrument panel and with the glove compartment open may result features both an upper and lower storage area.
Page 71 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE line” located along the rear inside wall of the Premium Center Console — If Equipped lower bin. Contents above the “fill line” may The premium center console is equipped with interfere with cupholder placement if equipped two front storage bins located in front of the with a premium center console.
Page 72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tandem Doors Open Position Push Release Button To Slide Tray Overhead Sunglass Door Overhead Sunglass Storage Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped 1 — Front Bin Open 2 — Rear Bin Open At the front of the overhead console, a If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench compartment is provided for the storage of one seat, storage can be found by folding down the...
Page 73 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE With the seatback in the upright position, lift the Seatback Storage — If Equipped Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If center seat bottom to access additional storage Equipped Located in the back of both the driver and underneath the seat.
Page 74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open in-floor storage bin, remove the floor Unfolding The Load Floor/Crew Cab mat (if equipped), and lift upward on the handle 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the of the latch and open the lid. upward position.
Page 75 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Lift the front panel until the load floor 3. Lift the load floor up to access storage Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab) unfolds into position. under the load floor. The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seats.
Page 76: Usb/Aux Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE USB/AUX C For example, if a device is plugged into the Type The third and fourth USB ports are located ONTROL A USB port and another device is plugged into behind the center console, above the power Located on the center stack, just below the the Type C USB port, a message will appear and inverter.
Page 77: Electrical Power Outlets
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Applicable to only Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With LECTRICAL OWER UTLETS 8.4-inch Display, and Uconnect 4C NAV With The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet can 12-inch Display radios, different scenarios are provide power for in-cab accessories designed listed below when a non-phone device is for use with the standard “cigar lighter”...
Page 78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Outlet Fuse Locations: CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow UCI Port/ USB Rear  Power outlets are designed for accessory Close the lid when not in use and while   Center Console plugs only.
Page 79: Power Inverter - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I NOTE: OWER NVERTER QUIPPED 400 Watts is the maximum for the inverter, not Interior Power Inverters each outlet. If three outlets are in use, 400 Watts is shared amongst the devices If equipped, 115 Volt (400 Watts maximum) power inverters may be located inside the plugged in.
Page 80: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Power Inverter — If Equipped WARNING! Vehicles not equipped with a RamBox may be To avoid serious injury or death: equipped with a 115 Volt (400 Watts maximum) power inverter located just inside the truck bed. Do not insert any objects into the recepta- ...
Page 81: Windows
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15W 3A Qi LED Indicator Status: wireless charging pad located inside of the No Light: Charging pad is idle or searching for  center console. This charging pad is designed to OWER INDOWS a device.
Page 82: Automatic Window Features
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To stop the window from going all the way down WARNING! The power window switches will remain active during the Auto-Down operation, pull up or push for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed down on the switch briefly.
Page 83: Power Sliding Rear Window - If
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE the window lockout button (the indicator light open the front and rear windows together to on the button will turn on). To enable the minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs window controls, push and release the window with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any lockout button again (the indicator light on the...
Page 84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof NOTE: WARNING! If the sunshade is in the closed position when Express Open/Close Never leave children unattended in a Express or Manual Open operation is initiated,  Push the switch rearward and release it within vehicle, or with access to an unlocked the sunshade will automatically open with the one-half second and the sunroof will open...
Page 85: Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HOOD Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. To open the hood, two latches must be released. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is 1.
Page 86: Tailgate
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE release the tailgate. An indicator light may also 2. Unlatch the tailgate and remove the support CAUTION! signal when the tailgate is open. cables by releasing the lock tang from the To prevent possible damage, do not slam the pivot.
Page 87 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. Remove the connector bracket from the sill 4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck by pushing inward in the locking tab. (provided in the glove compartment) to the pickup box.
Page 88: Bed Step - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the glove compartment) to the tailgate wiring harness to ensure that the terminals do not corrode. Taped Tailgate Harness Bed Step Components — I 1 — Bed Step QUIPPED 2 —...
Page 89: Pickup Box
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE provided above the wheel housings and in the bulkhead dividers to form the floor. WARNING! The pickup box is intended for load carrying  purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. Care should always be exercised when oper- ...
Page 90: Cargo Camera - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There are stampings in the sheet metal on the A touchscreen button "X" to disable display of Activation inner side bulkheads of the box in front of and the camera image is made available when the The Dynamic Centerline feature can be behind both wheel housings.
Page 91: Bed Rail Tie-Down System - If
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Deactivation NOTE: 2. Press the “Cargo Camera” button to turn This feature is only available for vehicles the Cargo Camera system on. The Dynamic Centerline feature will equipped with a RamBox. automatically be deactivated whenever the NOTE: Cargo Camera display is deactivated.
Page 92: Rambox - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE detent nearest the desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the detent and tighten the nut. End Cap Screw Location With Tonneau Cover Pull End Cap Away From Rail RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED Cleat Removal (Without Tonneau Cover) Remove the end cap by pushing upward on the The RamBox system is an integrated pickup box...
Page 93: Rambox Cargo Storage Bins
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE insert the key into the keyhole on the push NOTE: button and turn clockwise to lock or RamBox will not open when the button is counterclockwise to unlock. Always return the pushed if the RamBox is locked. key to the upright (vertical) position before removing the key from the push button.
Page 94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The interior of the RamBox will automatically requiring power up to 400 Watts. Certain video illuminate when the lid is opened. In addition to game consoles exceed this power limit, as will the automatic illumination, there is a manual most power tools.
Page 95: Rambox Safety Warning
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE not control on/off operation of the power WARNING! (Continued) outlets located inside the cabin of the vehicle. In an accident, serious injury could result if  the storage bin covers are not properly latched. Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin ...
Page 96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To install the bed divider into a divider position, 5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel perform the following: into place. 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked Storage Position using the vehicle key and rotate the center The storage position for the bed divider is at the handle vertically to release the divider side front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed...
Page 97: Slide-In Campers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The outboard ends should be positioned in front WARNING! of the cargo tie-down loops. To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks.
Page 98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Released Position, send the clamps to the Stowed Position by pushing from the yellow bumper upward. Folded Rear Panel (Intermediate Position) Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage NOTE: The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau Cover is in this position.
Page 99 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 8. From the Released Position, send the clamps to the Stowed Position by pushing When folding the center and rear panels,  from the yellow bumper upward. Listen for a the sections MUST be held together to “clicking”...
Page 100: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
NOTE: do so might prevent proper clamp engagement, Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not of the box (or flange of the Ram Box rail, if or interfere with the electronic tailgate release equipped) to the Semi-Clamped Position. improperly attached to the truck bed flange.
Page 101 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Disengage the stowage straps. 6. Unfold the center and rear panels to the Intermediate Position. Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage Fully Unfolded Position 8. Pull the rear clamp handles down into the Released Position. Intermediate Position (Vehicle Cannot Be Driven) NOTE: When folding the center and rear panels, the...
Page 102: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
9. Push clamp wires up and under the flange The Tonneau Cover clamps can be locked when of box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if in the clamped position by placing a lock equipped) to the Semi -Clamped Position.
Page 103: Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE Base / Midline Instrument Cluster — Gas Engine...
Page 104: Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Speedometer IDLINE NSTRUMENT LUSTER — G ESCRIPTIONS NGINE Indicates vehicle speed.  6. Temperature Gauge 1. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions The gauge pointer shows engine coolant   per minute (RPM x 1000). temperature.
Page 105 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Fuel Gauge WARNING! CAUTION! The pointer shows the level of fuel in the  A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Driving with a hot engine cooling system fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON/ You or others could be badly burned by steam could damage your vehicle.
Page 106: Premium Instrument Cluster - Gas Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE Premium Instrument Cluster — Gas Engine...
Page 107: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Speedometer REMIUM NSTRUMENT LUSTER CAUTION! — G ESCRIPTIONS NGINE Indicates vehicle speed.  Driving with a hot engine cooling system 4. Temperature Gauge 1. Tachometer could damage your vehicle. If the tempera- ture gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the The gauge pointer shows engine coolant Indicates the engine speed in revolutions ...
Page 108: Base Instrument Cluster - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE Base Instrument Cluster — Diesel Engine...
Page 109: Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NSTRUMENT LUSTER CAUTION! — D ESCRIPTIONS IESEL NGINE Driving with a hot engine cooling system 1. Tachometer could damage your vehicle. If the tempera- ture gauge reads greater “H,” pull over and Indicates the engine speed in revolutions ...
Page 110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Speedometer 7. Fuel Gauge NOTE: Indicates vehicle speed. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the   The gauge may take up to five seconds to  fuel tank when the ignition switch is in update after adding a gallon or more of DEF 6.
Page 111: Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE Premium Instrument Cluster — Diesel Engine...
Page 112: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Speedometer NOTE: REMIUM NSTRUMENT LUSTER — D ESCRIPTIONS IESEL NGINE Indicates vehicle speed.  The DEF tank on these vehicles is designed  with a large amount of full reserve. So the 4. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge 1.
Page 113: Instrument Cluster Display
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY NSTRUMENT LUSTER ISPLAY ONTROLS Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information The instrument cluster display features a driver to the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode, interactive display that is located in the opening/closing of a door will activate the instrument cluster.
Page 114: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trailer Tow Down Arrow Button engine oil change interval may fluctuate,   dependent upon your personal driving style. Audio  Push and release the down arrow button NOTE: to scroll downward through the main menu Messages ...
Page 115: Display Menu Items
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life Battery Voltage Push and release the right arrow button to  cycle the display between mph and km/h. Gauge Summary 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ...
Page 116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adaptive Cruise Control Ready information displayed depends on LaneSense Push and hold right arrow button to reset all system status and the conditions that need to information. When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed be met.
Page 117 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tire will have a red glow. “Trailer Tire Low“ will highlighted. This feature shows the number of Driver Assist (Show/Hide) — If Equipped  be displayed on the center bottom of the stored warning messages. Push and release the Fuel Economy (Show/Hide) ...
Page 118 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Current MPG Time Trip A Distance    Trip A Distance Range To Empty Trip B Distance    Trip B Distance Average MPG Trailer Trip — If Equipped    Trailer Trip —...
Page 119 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Coolant Temperature Outside Temp Lower Right — If Equipped   None Oil Temperature Time    Compass Transmission Temperature Range To Empty    Outside Temp Oil Life Average MPG  ...
Page 120: Diesel Messages And Warnings 6.7L Cummins Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Exhaust Brake — If Equipped NOTE: Your vehicle has the ability to alert you to  If the vehicle’s PIN is forgotten or not known, additional maintenance required on your Turbo Boost — If Equipped ...
Page 121 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL remove the trapped Particulate Matter (PM). Exhaust Service Required — See Dealer diesel exhaust filter from performing it's  If this occurs, the “Exhaust Filter XX% Full Now — This message indicates regeneration cleaning routine. This will shortly result in a Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy”...
Page 122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Power Reduced Up To 2 Min (8 km/h) if the DEF system is not serviced The vehicle will only be capable of a  (Minutes) During Warm up — This message within less than 200 miles (322 km) of the fault maximum speed of 5 mph upon the first of will display during start up when the ambient being detected.
Page 123 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning counter reaches zero, and will be accompa- If the vehicle is idled for an extended  nied by a periodic chime. The message will period of time, approximately one hour or Messages continue to countdown until it reaches zero greater.
Page 124: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
HVAC System  vehicle may stall due to lack of electrical supply, Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Ram 115 Volts AC Power Inverter System  or will not restart after the current drive cycle.
Page 125: Warning Lights And Messages
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The battery was recently replaced and was After a trip: options and current vehicle status. Some  not charged completely. telltales are optional and may not appear. Check if any aftermarket equipment was  installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical ARNING IGHTS...
Page 126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL on, or turns on while driving, have the system portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as half of the dual brake system is indicated by the the ABS system is required.
Page 127 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Battery Charge Warning Light engine as soon as possible. Wait for oil temperature to return to normal levels. Equipped This warning light will illuminate when the battery is not charging properly. If Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning This light will flash at a fast rate for it stays on while the engine is running,...
Page 128: Yellow Warning Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as Air Suspension Fault Warning Light — If CAUTION! a bulb check. If the light does not come on Equipped during starting, have the system checked by an Continuous driving with the Transmission This light will illuminate when a fault is authorized dealer.
Page 129 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the engine is running, the MIL may flash Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF to alert serious conditions that could lead to Warning Light — If Equipped Warning Light — If Equipped immediate loss of power or severe catalytic This warning light will indicate when This warning light indicates the ESC is...
Page 130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If CAUTION! Equipped Equipped Do not continue driving with one or more flat This warning light will illuminate when This warning light will illuminate when tires as handling may be compromised.
Page 131 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure Light may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping that the replacement or alternate tires and...
Page 132: Yellow Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Sway Bar Fault Warning Light Cargo Light — If Equipped Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when there is This indicator light will illuminate a fault in the sway bar disconnect when the cargo light is activated by This warning light will illuminate to system.
Page 133 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Snowplow Mode Indicator Light — If Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering 4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped Equipped Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the 4WD Low mode. The This indicator light will illuminate This light will blink and alert the driver front and rear driveshafts are...
Page 134: Green Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Park/Headlight On Indicator Light REEN NDICATOR IGHTS Light — If Equipped This indicator light will illuminate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With when the park lights or headlights are The Low DEF Indicator will illuminate Target Light —...
Page 135: White Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light NDICATOR IGHTS This indicator light will illuminate A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is High Beam Indicator Light  when the cruise control is ready, but driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either This indicator light will illuminate to not set Ú...
Page 136: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii) Cybersecurity
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND If any of these systems require service, the OBD need to access this information to assist with II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS Light (MIL).
Page 137 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two If your OBD II system is not ready, you should which you can use prior to going to the test things will happen: see an authorized dealer or repair facility.
Page 138: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE UTOMATIC RANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) ENGINE Start the engine with the transmission in PARK Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or  position. Apply the brake before shifting into any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, driving range.
Page 139: Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition
STARTING AND OPERATING -N-G — I To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/ the vehicle speed below 5 mph (8 km/h), the EYLESS NTER GNITION STOP Button engine will shut off and the ignition will remain in This feature allows the driver to operate the the ACC position.
Page 140: Autopark - Rotary Shifter And Eight-Speed Transmission Only
STARTING AND OPERATING — R If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits OTARY HIFTER AND WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle IGHT PEED RANSMISSION may AutoPark. AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not ...
Page 141 STARTING AND OPERATING If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the Additional customer warnings will be given The starter motor will engage automatically, run vehicle may AutoPark. when all of these conditions are met: for 10 seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal and the AutoPark will engage ONLY when vehicle speed Vehicle is not in PARK...
Page 142: Cold Weather Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING FTER TARTING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) The idle speed is controlled automatically, and To prevent damage to the starter, do not Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or  it will decrease as the engine warms up. crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 143: Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition
STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the “Vehicle Not In Park” message and the engine prior to the engine starting, remove engine will remain running. Never leave a Do not press the accelerator. Place the ignition your foot from the brake pedal and push the vehicle out of the PARK position, or it could switch briefly to the START position and release...
Page 144 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With manifold air temperature Ú page 111. When CAUTION! Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or engine temperatures fall below 66°F (19°C) NEUTRAL Position) the “Wait To Start” telltale will remain on indi- If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light”...
Page 145: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING The engine will not automatically crank after A 12 Volt heater built into the fuel filter hous- 4. Place the ignition switch in the START   the engine “Wait To Start” telltale goes off if ings aid in preventing fuel gelling. It is position and crank the engine.
Page 146: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (-18°C To 19°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” completes, the driver’s foot should be fully CAUTION! removed from the brake pedal prior to procedure except: Do not crank the engine for more than pushing the start button again in order for the 1.
Page 147: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 4. If the engine is cranked for more than TARTING LUIDS If multiple pre-heat cycles are used before 10 seconds, the post-heat cycle will turn off. starting, additional engine run time may be WARNING! NOTE: required to maintain battery state of charge at a Starting fluids or flammable liquids must satisfactory level.
Page 148: Normal Operation - Diesel Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at WARNING! (Continued) various engine temperatures. This cycling Observe the following when the engine is operation is caused by the post-heat cycle of the When leaving the vehicle, always make ...
Page 149: Cold Weather Precautions
STARTING AND OPERATING EATHER RECAUTIONS Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may require special considerations. The following charts suggest these options: Fuel Operating Range NOTE: Use “Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels” ONLY. Fuel Operating Range Chart *Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel should only be used where extended arctic conditions (0°F/-18°C) exist”.
Page 150 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: occur when using fuel that isn't blended for Battery Blanket Usage the ambient temperature present. This may A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel  occur on an unseasonably cold day or when a battery temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°C).
Page 151: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING Your vehicle is equipped with an engine truck is in park, this feature will attempt to NGINE DLING warm-up protection feature that may limit maintain normal system voltage by Avoid prolonged idling, long periods of idling engine performance after cold starting at low automatically increasing engine idle speed.
Page 152: Noise
STARTING AND OPERATING 1. With the transmission in PARK, the parking and fuel are mixed and ignited. Weather, DEF is injected directly into the SCR through a brake applied, and the engine running, barometric pressure, altitude, and temperature dosing module. This process will create a push the On/Off button to the ON position, will affect how fuel is ignited in the engine.
Page 153: Idle Shutdown
STARTING AND OPERATING Idle Time (min.) Before Engine Driving Condition Load Turbocharger Temperature Shutdown City Traffic Maximum GCWR Three Highway Speeds Maximum GCWR Four Uphill Grade Maximum GCWR Five vehicle speed can be set between 40 mph Usually the engine coolant (antifreeze) HUTDOWN (64 km/h) and 85 mph (136 km/h).
Page 154: Cooling System Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED OOLING YSTEM CAUTION! To reduce potential for engine and transmission The engine block heater warms the engine, and If oil pressure falls to less than normal read- overheating in high ambient temperature permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 155: Engine Break-In Recommendations - Gasoline Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle operations will occur. For the Do not operate the engine at idle for  WARNING! recommended viscosity and quality grades prolonged periods. Remember to disconnect the engine block Ú page 481. Use the appropriate transmission gear to ...
Page 156: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) When the parking brake is applied and the  Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or  transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake parking brake is fully applied.
Page 157: Diesel Exhaust Brake - Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING The exhaust brake feature will only function CAUTION! WARNING! when the driver toggles it on by pushing the If the Brake Warning Light remains on with exhaust brake button until the “Exhaust Brake Do not use the exhaust brake feature when the parking brake released, a brake system Indicator”...
Page 158: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic “Smart” Exhaust Brake WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Automatic “Smart” Exhaust Brake technology Never use the PARK position as a substi- It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or   delivers smoother, less aggressive exhaust tute for the parking brake. Always apply the NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than braking characteristics during downhill parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle...
Page 159: Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING RAKE RANSMISSION HIFT WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) (BTSI) S NTERLOCK YSTEM Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,   This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI system that with access to an unlocked vehicle. NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is holds the transmission gear selector in PARK Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-...
Page 160 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: select the highest available transmission gear, PARK (P) In the event of a mismatch between the gear and will display that gear limit in the instrument This range supplements the parking brake by selector position and the actual transmission cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc Ú...
Page 161 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Never use the PARK position as a substi- It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or    tute for the parking brake. Always apply the NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 162 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F CAUTION! ensure that you have properly engaged the [-30°C] or below), transmission operation may transmission into the PARK position: Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any be modified depending on engine and other reason with the transmission in transmission temperature as well as vehicle...
Page 163 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: assess the condition of your transmission. If the In cases where the instrument cluster message transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer indicates the transmission may not re-engage service is required. after engine shutdown, perform this procedure Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation only in a desired location (preferably, at an The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control...
Page 164: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode The electronically-controlled transmission WARNING! provides a precise shift schedule. The When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when transmission electronics are self-calibrating; carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent driving in icy or slippery conditions.
Page 165 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges When exiting the vehicle, always: WARNING! (Continued) Do not press the accelerator pedal when Apply the parking brake.  It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or  shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another Shift the transmission into PARK.
Page 166 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE (R) CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Before moving the transmission gear When leaving the vehicle, always make   Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has selector out of PARK, you must turn the igni- sure the ignition is in the OFF mode, come to a complete stop.
Page 167 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) If the transmission becomes extremely hot or is extremely cold temperatures (-16°F [-27°C] or in danger of overheating, the “Transmission below), operation may briefly be limited to first This range should be used for most city and Temperature Warning Light”...
Page 168 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to assess the condition of your transmission. If the operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows service is required. the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation for service without damaging the transmission.
Page 169 STARTING AND OPERATING The gear selector is in the DRIVE position.  Transmission Gear Limit The transmission fluid has reached an  Display adequate temperature. Actual Gear(s) 1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-6 The engine coolant has reached an adequate ...
Page 170: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
This is due to the fluid partially For further information on using the auxiliary draining from the torque converter into the switches, please refer to the Ram Body Builders A feature designed to improve fuel economy transmission. This condition is normal and Guide by accessing www.rambodybuilder.com...
Page 171: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate N (Neutral) LECTRONICALLY HIFTED RANSFER use of each transfer case mode position, see ) — IGHT PEED RANSMISSION N (Neutral) — This range disengages both the the information below: front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. QUIPPED To be used for flat towing behind another This is an electronic shift transfer case and is...
Page 172 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case is object. The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to 2. The newly selected position indicator light designed to be driven in the two-wheel drive be used for recreational towing only will continue to flash. position (2WD) for normal street and highway Ú...
Page 173 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: the requirements for the selected position rear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this Do not attempt to make a shift while only the have been met. situation, the selected position indicator light front or rear wheels are spinning. This could will flash and the original position indicator light If all the requirements to select a new ...
Page 174: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Six Speed Transmission) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Alternate Procedure For additional information on the appropriate LECTRONICALLY HIFTED RANSFER use of each transfer case mode position, see ) — I PEED RANSMISSION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. the information below: QUIPPED 2. With the ignition switch in the ON position The electronic shift transfer case is operated by and the engine running, shift the Two-Wheel Drive High Range —...
Page 175 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving in the 4WD High and 4WD Low positions 3. When the shift is complete, the indicator WARNING! on dry hard surfaced roads may cause light for the selected position will stop You or others could be injured or killed if you increased tire wear and damage to the driveline flashing and remain ON.
Page 176 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure can be done with the vehicle stopped or in WARNING! motion. With the vehicle in motion, the transfer NOTE: Always engage the parking brake when case will engage/disengage faster if you powering down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD momentarily release the accelerator pedal after If any of the requirements to select a new ...
Page 177: Manually Shifted Transfer Case - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Preferred Procedure attempting the shift, then the desired posi- tion indicator light will flash continuously Two-Wheel Drive High Range — This range is for 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle while the original position indicator light is normal street and highway driving on dry, hard to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 178 STARTING AND OPERATING This transfer case is intended to be driven in the When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine WARNING! 2H position for normal street and highway speed is approximately three times that of the conditions such as dry, hard surfaced roads. 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed.
Page 179: Air Suspension System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 2H Or 4H To 4L preferred method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). Avoid attempting to NOTE: engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle When shifting into or out of 4L some gear noise moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 180: Air Suspension Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING ride height. After 10 minutes you will need to NOTE: USPENSION ODES turn the ignition to the run position for the air This mode is intended to be enabled with the The air suspension system has multiple modes suspension to re-level due to addition/removal engine running.
Page 181: Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING See an authorized dealer for system service if driving the vehicle, or by deselecting the pavement due to the reduced ability to turn and normal operation does not resume. mode via the interface. speed limitations. PERATION Wheel Alignment Mode – No indicator lamps ...
Page 182: Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
STARTING AND OPERATING than 10 mph (16 km/h). The REAR LOCK NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) indicator light will remain on when the rear axle The rear axle must be locked before the front is locked. axle will lock. Do not try to lock the rear axle if the vehicle ...
Page 183 STARTING AND OPERATING Due to the use of taller springs, this vehicle has transition, or when activation conditions are not NOTE: an increased ride height of approximately met. The stabilizer/sway bar should remain in The stabilizer/sway bar may be torque locked 1.9 inches (48.3 mm) in the front and on-road mode during normal driving conditions.
Page 184: Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
STARTING AND OPERATING SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER protection allows the vehicle to be utilized in CAUTION! severe off-road situations that would be WAGON ONLY considered impassable by a normal truck. The door sill height is 25 inches (63.5 cm). Water may intrude into the interior of the Ramp Travel Index (RTI) RIVING...
Page 185: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING good driving posture. Avoid sudden lower gearing, low range will allow the engine to throttle. This will allow the tires to get a fresh accelerations, turns or braking. In most cases operate in a higher power range. This will allow "bite"...
Page 186: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle's momentum and do not stop. The bring different types of obstacles. Before Crossing Large Rocks key to driving in soft sand is using the appro- proceeding review the path ahead to determine When approaching large rocks, choose a path priate tire pressure, accelerating slowly, the correct approach and your ability to safely which ensures you drive over the largest with...
Page 187: Hill Climbing
STARTING AND OPERATING cross any large obstacle with steep sides at an vehicle's limitations. Hills can cause serious CAUTION! angle great enough to put the vehicle at risk of a problems. Some are just too steep to climb and rollover. If you get caught in a rut, dig a small Do not attempt to cross a log with a greater should not be attempted.
Page 188 STARTING AND OPERATING control. If the front end begins to bounce, cles? Is it a straight descent? Is there plenty WARNING! ease off the throttle slightly to bring all four of distance at the base of the hill to regain tires back on the ground.
Page 189: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or RIVING HROUGH ATER  CAUTION! Other Standing Water – Puddles, pools, Extreme care should be taken crossing any type flooded or other standing water areas Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, of water.
Page 190: Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING around your tires putting you and your vehicle IRING RIVING EHICLE ECOVERY in jeopardy. There is still a high risk of Running lower tire pressure off-road can If you drive off-road, you may encounter a personal injury and vehicle damage with improve your ride comfort and vehicle traction.
Page 191 STARTING AND OPERATING the job better than a winch. If you are severely cycles your vehicle is not free, stop and try wood dowel. This will keep the straps from hung up on something you should jack the another method of recovery. Continuous rock becoming knotted and is safer than using a cycling will only cause unnecessary damage clevis pin if the strap breaks.
Page 192: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle's weight and provide a direction of WARNING! WARNING! pull as straight as possible. Use block and Never use tow straps with end hooks or link tackle if necessary to improve the angle of Winch cables are under high tension when in pull or increase the winch's pulling force.
Page 193: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING Check threaded fasteners for looseness, If you experience unusual vibration after   WARNING! particularly on the chassis, drivetrain compo- driving in mud, slush or similar conditions, nents, steering, and suspension. Retighten check the wheels for impacted material. On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip them, if required, and torque to the values Impacted material can cause a wheel imbal-...
Page 194: Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
STARTING AND OPERATING and should be used with care. Do not operate the Low Voltage Interrupt allows the remote control to be attached to winch without reading and understanding the the control pack to allow the winch to Your winch is equipped with a device that will complete winch owner's manual.
Page 195: Winch Accessories
STARTING AND OPERATING Clevis/D-Shackles: The D-Shackle is a CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) safe means of connecting the looped If not installed, the hook strap must be ends of cables, straps and snatch Always use supplied hook strap to hold the  blocks.
Page 196 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Practice using your winch before you get stuck. Never attach a recovery strap to the winch Always inspect winch installation and   Some key points to remember when using your hook to increase the length of a pull.
Page 197 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Inspect the winch, winch mount, and WARNING! synthetic rope for damage. Do not use the winch if the mount is loose or rope shows Never touch winch rope or hook while  someone else is at the control switch or excessive wear, frays, or damage.
Page 198 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Secure to the anchor point. Once you have when recovering another vehicle, your vehicle 8. Lock the clutch. Lock the winch drum by established your anchor point, secure the becomes the anchor point. In this case, be sure rotating the clutch lever on the winch to tree-trunk protector or choker-chain around to put the transmission in NEUTRAL, apply the...
Page 199 STARTING AND OPERATING 10. Put synthetic rope under tension. Using the the anchor point. Do this before the rope is remote control switch, slowly wind the rope put under tension. Do not approach or move until no slack remains. Once the rope is the blanket once tension is applied.
Page 200 STARTING AND OPERATING 14. Begin winching. With the winching vehicles What to look for under load: The synthetic 16. Disconnect the synthetic rope, and  engine on and light tension already on the rope must always spool onto the drum as disconnect from the anchor.
Page 201: Rigging Techniques
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: straight-line pulling situation. You will have to How to spool under no load: Arrange the remote assess what technique is correct for your control lead so it cannot be caught in the winch. situation. Think "safety" at all times. Arrange the synthetic rope so it will not kink or How To Change The Pulling Direction tangle when spooled.
Page 202: Fuel Saver Technology - Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING Increasing Pulling Power block, pull out enough synthetic rope to reach Cruise Control for cruising at a constant  preset speed. your anchor point. Do not attach the hook to the In some cases, you may find yourself needing mounting kit.
Page 203 STARTING AND OPERATING To Activate indicator light, along with set speed will also appear and stay on in the instrument cluster Push the on/off button to activate the Cruise display when the speed is set. Control. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate.
Page 204: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If
STARTING AND OPERATING Metric Speed (km/h) Gear selector is moved out of DRIVE  WARNING! Pushing the RES (+), or SET (-) button once Engine overspeed occurs   Cruise Control can be dangerous where the will result in a 1 km/h speed adjustment. system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 205 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead,  Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve- Does not always fully recognize   ACC will apply limited braking or acceleration nience system. It is not a substitute for active complex driving conditions, which can (not to exceed the original set speed) auto- driver involvement.
Page 206 STARTING AND OPERATING When ACC is set, the set speed will show in the 1 — Adaptive Cruise Control On/Off Button WARNING! (Continued) instrument cluster display. 2 — Fixed Speed Cruise Control On/Off Button When entering a turn lane or highway off ...
Page 207 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: again. At this time, the system will turn off and WARNING! You cannot engage ACC under the following the instrument cluster display will show conditions: “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.” In the Fixed Speed Cruise Control mode (no ACC distance set), the system will not react to When in 4WD Low ...
Page 208 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The vehicle parking brake is applied. The ignition is placed in the OFF position   Driver seat belt is unbuckled at low speeds. 4WD Low is engaged Keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal  ...
Page 209 STARTING AND OPERATING Metric Speed (km/h) The ACC system maintains set speed when  WARNING! driving uphill and downhill. However, a slight Pushing the RES (+) button, or SET (-) button  speed change on moderate hills is normal. In The Resume function should only be used if once will result in a 1 km/h speed adjust- addition, downshifting may occur while...
Page 210 STARTING AND OPERATING adjusts vehicle speed automatically to maintain NOTE: the distance setting, regardless of the set The “BRAKE!” screen in the instrument cluster speed. display is a warning for the driver to take action and does not necessarily mean that the The vehicle will then maintain the set distance Forward Collision Warning system is applying until:...
Page 211 STARTING AND OPERATING If the vehicle in front does not start moving Display Warnings And Maintenance If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a should examine the sensor. It may require “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 212 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This message can sometimes be displayed Service ACC/FCW Warning while driving in adverse weather conditions. The If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front  ACC/FCW system will recover after the vehicle displays “ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”...
Page 213 STARTING AND OPERATING In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene. The following are examples of these types of situations: Towing A Trailer ACC while towing a trailer is recommended only with an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.
Page 214 STARTING AND OPERATING Lane Changing Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer ACC does not react to stationary objects and completely in the lane in which you are edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not stationary vehicles.
Page 215: Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST — NOTE: ENSE ENSORS The dually flares are only protected when the IF EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear vehicle is in REVERSE. There is no detection for fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the the flares when the vehicle is moving forward.
Page 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Front/Rear ParkSense Arcs 1 — No Tone/Solid Arc 6 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 2 — No Tone/Flashing Arc 7 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 3 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 8 — Slow Tone/Solid Arc 4 — Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc 9 —...
Page 217 STARTING AND OPERATING If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, 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 continuous.
Page 218: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING ALERTS FOR FRONT Arcs-Center None 1st Solid 2nd Flashing 3rd Flashing 4th Flashing Arcs-Right None None None 3rd Flashing 4th Flashing Radio Volume Reduced NOTE: ParkSense switch is pushed, and the system NABLING ISABLING RONT ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, requires service, the Front or Rear ParkSense ENSE if on, when the system is sounding an audio...
Page 219: Cleaning The Parksense System
STARTING AND OPERATING If "Front/Rear ParkSense Unavailable Wipe Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibra- system misinterpreting a close obstacle as a  Sensors" appears in the instrument cluster tions could affect the performance of Park- sensor problem, causing the “Front/Rear Sense.
Page 220: Lanesense - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING boundaries. The LaneSense system will also WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) provide a visual warning through the instrument cluster display to prompt the driver to remain Before using ParkSense, it is strongly The vehicle must be driven slowly when ...
Page 221: Turning Lanesense On Or Off
STARTING AND OPERATING When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lane line flashing yellow (on/off). The Lane- URNING ENSE lines are gray when both of the lane boundaries Sense telltale changes from solid white to The LaneSense button is located on have not been detected and the LaneSense flashing yellow.
Page 222: Changing Lanesense Status
STARTING AND OPERATING tional lane departure occurs. The lane lines turn from gray to white and the LaneSense telltale is solid green. Lane Approached (Solid Yellow Lane Line) With Solid Lane Crossed (Flashing Yellow Lane Line) With Yellow Telltale Flashing Yellow Telltale When the LaneSense system senses the lane NOTE: ...
Page 223: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Manual Activation Of The Rear View image will continue to be displayed until the Camera display timer exceeds 10 seconds. When enabled the system operates above  37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph NOTE: 1.
Page 224 STARTING AND OPERATING If equipped with a Cargo Camera, a touchscreen Distance To The Rear CAUTION! Zones button is made available to indicate the current Of The Vehicle active Camera image being displayed whenever To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should ...
Page 225: Aux Camera - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING AUX C — I the “magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of AUX1 Camera Button AMERA QUIPPED the display screen, the image will zoom in to Your vehicle may be equipped with one or two four times the standard view. Pressing the icon AUX Cameras, which display rearview and side a second time will return the view to the AUX2 Camera Button...
Page 226: Surround View Camera System - If
STARTING AND OPERATING SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF Press this button on the touchscreen There are different colored zones to indicate the to enter the Surround View Camera distance to the rear of the vehicle. Refer to the EQUIPPED menu in the Uconnect system.
Page 227 STARTING AND OPERATING The fifth button of the ParkSense Camera View Top View will show which doors are open. Front Cross Path View  screen will change based on the features present Pressing the Front Cross Path soft key Open front doors will cancel the outside ...
Page 228 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Zoom View NOTE: If the Cargo Camera view was selected through When the Rear View Camera image is being If the vehicle is in DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or  the Surround View screen, exiting out of the displayed, and the vehicle speed is below REVERSE, and speed is greater than or equal Cargo Camera screen will return to the...
Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING The system is deactivated in the following If a malfunction with the system has Adjusting Centerline  conditions if it was activated manually from the occurred, see an authorized dealer. Follow the steps below to manually adjust the Uconnect controls menu via the Surround View centerline: Cargo Camera With Dynamic Centerline —...
Page 230 STARTING AND OPERATING the “magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of Forward Facing Camera With Tire Lines — If NOTE: the display screen, the image will zoom in to Equipped If the vehicle is in 4WD Low, the Forward Facing four times the standard view.
Page 231: Aux Camera - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Deactivation NOTE: WARNING! If the vehicle is not equipped with a Pickup Box: When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE Drivers must be careful when backing up (with camera delay turned on), the camera The bottom wedge of the Top View will be ...
Page 232: Engine Runaway - Diesel Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING Activation NOTE: WARNING! The AUX Camera is activated by first pressing If the AUX button is pressed and no AUX  In case of engine runaway due to flammable the Backup Camera, Cargo Camera (if Camera is connected, the touchscreen will fumes from fuel spills or turbocharger oil equipped), or Surround View Camera (if display a blue screen along with the message...
Page 233: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the fuel system or emissions Always place container on the ground   control system could result from using an before filling. improper fuel tank filler tube cap. Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the ...
Page 234: Refueling The Vehicle - Diesel Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE 4. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel IESEL XHAUST LUID door. Your vehicle is equipped with a Selective 1. Open the fuel filler door. Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system to meet the NOTE: very stringent diesel emissions standards In the event that you run the vehicle out of fuel,...
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING The DEF injection system consists of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid following components: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a very The DEF gauge (located on the instrument DEF tank stable product with a long shelf life. If DEF is cluster) will display the level of DEF remaining in ...
Page 236 STARTING AND OPERATING DEF Fill Procedure The DEF gauge may also not immediately Refilling With Containers  update after a refill if the temperature of the Proceed as follows: NOTE: DEF fluid is below 12°F (-11°C). The DEF For the correct fluid type Ú page 481. Check the expiration date.
Page 237: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so CAUTION! (Continued) GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), exceeded. Do not attempt to start your engine if DEF is ...
Page 238: Rim Size
STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING rear of the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire In this section you will find safety tips and distributed over the front and rear axles.
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine WARNING! or on the trailer in its "loaded and ready for power to attempt to eliminate the trailer sway. operation" condition. It is important that you do not exceed the Weight-Carrying Hitch maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 240 STARTING AND OPERATING and may be required depending on vehicle and Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment trailer configuration/loading to comply with Towing With 2500/3500 Air Suspension GAWR requirements. 1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to WARNING! the trailer (do not connect the trailer). An improperly adjusted weight distributing NOTE: ...
Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the NOTE: manufacturer’s recommendations have weight distribution bars connected. For all towing conditions, we recommend towing been met. with TOW/HAUL mode engaged. 4. Measure the height of the top of the front Measurement Example 2500/3500 wheel opening on the fender to ground, this...
Page 242: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your RAILER ITCH YPE AND AXIMUM intended towing condition. RAILER EIGHT The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted The following chart provides the maximum in the bed of a pickup truck.
Page 243: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing RAILER OWING EIGHTS AXIMUM CAUTION! (Continued) the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: RAILER EIGHT ATINGS Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km)  The tongue weight of the trailer. ...
Page 244 STARTING AND OPERATING Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire  WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) damage before towing a trailer Ú page 449. When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do Total weight must be distributed between  ...
Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If The user interface consists of the following: WARNING! Equipped Manual Brake Control Lever Do not connect trailer brakes to your  Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Slide the manual brake control lever to the left vehicle's hydraulic brake lines.
Page 246 STARTING AND OPERATING If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the 1. Make sure the trailer brakes are in good 6. Push the UP or DOWN buttons until the Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), the working condition, functioning normally Trailer Brake Type appears on the screen.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Electric Over Hydraulic Electric Over Hydraulic Type of Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Trailer Brakes Trailer Brakes Load *Under 10,000 lb *Above 10,000 lb *Under 10,000 lb *Above 10,000 lb * The suggested selection depends and may change depending on the customer preferences for braking performance.
Page 248 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to The following exterior lights will remain on for the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a the entirety of the sequence: trailer connector. Refer to the following Park/Running Lamps ...
Page 249: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING The sequence will only activate if the following Any button on the key fob is pushed extend transmission life by reducing excessive  conditions are met: shifting and heat build up. This action will also Ignition button is pushed ...
Page 250: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOWPLOW ACKAGE ODEL WARNING! The vehicle must remain in the engine running VAILABILITY position while attaching a trailer for proper Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could For Information about snowplow applications leveling of the air suspension system. adversely affect performance of the airbag visit www.ramtrucks.com or refer to the current system in a collision.
Page 251: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to Operate with transfer case in 4WD Low when PERATING  specifications at the factory without plowing small or congested areas where Under ideal snow plowing conditions, 20 mph speeds are not likely to exceed 15 mph consideration for the weight of the plow.
Page 252: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)
STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) OWING EHICLE EHIND NOTHER EHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Two-Wheel Drive Models Four-Wheel Drive Models See Instructions Automatic transmission in PARK  Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) ...
Page 253: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING — 3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place ECREATIONAL OWING CAUTION! (Continued) automatic transmission in PARK. HEEL RIVE ODELS Before recreational towing, the transfer  4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, NOTE: case must be in NEUTRAL. To be certain the following the dolly manufacturer's transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL, perform Both the manual shift and electronic shift...
Page 254 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into (N) NEUTRAL 2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. 6. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. Use the following procedure to prepare your NOTE: 7. Release the brake pedal for five seconds vehicle for recreational towing. If vehicle is equipped with air suspension, and ensure that there is no vehicle ensure the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: adjust the vehicle’s ride height to compen- With electronic shift transfer case with  With electronic shift transfer case: sate for temperature effects. push-button selector switch, push and hold the switch for the desired transfer Shifting Out Of (N) NEUTRAL Steps 2 through 3 are requirements that ...
Page 256: Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING TIPS 10. Release the parking brake. Flowing/Rising Water 11. Shift the transmission into gear, release the WARNING! RIVING LIPPERY URFACES brake pedal, and check that the vehicle Do not drive on or across a road or path Acceleration operates normally.
Page 257: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING RIVING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Care should be taken when attempting to climb Driving through standing water limits your Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when   steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or vehicle’s braking capabilities, which driving through standing water.
Page 258 STARTING AND OPERATING After Driving Off-Road Check threaded fasteners for looseness,  WARNING! particularly on the chassis, drivetrain compo- Off-road operation puts more stress on your nents, steering, and suspension. Retighten Abrasive material in any part of the brakes vehicle than does most on-road driving. After them, if required, and torque to the values may cause excessive wear or unpredictable going off-road, it is always a good idea to check...
Page 259: Uconnect Systems
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS Your vehicle may be equipped with certain WARNING! security features to reduce the risk of For detailed information about your Uconnect unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle It is not possible to know or to predict all of ...
Page 260: Uconnect Settings
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SETTINGS NOTE: Your Uconnect system may also have Screen Off and Mute buttons on the faceplate. FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you  The Uconnect system uses a combination of Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to directly regarding software updates.
Page 261: Customer Programmable Features
MULTIMEDIA When making a selection, only press one button USTOMER ROGRAMMABLE EATURES 1 — Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen at a time to enter the desired menu. Once in the 2 — Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate desired menu, press and release the preferred setting “option”...
Page 262 MULTIMEDIA Language When the Language button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the different language options. Once an option is selected, the system will display in the chosen language. The available setting is: Setting Name Description This setting will change the language of the Uconnect system and Language Instrument Cluster Display.
Page 263 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will change the keyboard type on the display. The selectable Keyboard keyboards are “ABCDEF Keyboard”, “QWERTY Keyboard”, and “AZERTY Keyboard”. Touchscreen Beep This setting will allow you to turn the touchscreen beep on or off. This setting allows you to set the Control Screen to turn off automatically Control Screen Timeout after five seconds or stay open until manually closed.
Page 264 MULTIMEDIA Units When the Units button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the different measurement options. The selected unit of measurement will display in the instrument cluster display and Navigation system (if equipped). The available settings are: Setting Name Description This setting will change the unit of measurement on the display to US.
Page 265 MULTIMEDIA Clock When the Clock button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the different options related to the vehicle’s internal clock. Setting Name Description This setting will sync the time to the GPS receiver in the system. The Sync Time With GPS system will control the time via the GPS location.
Page 266 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will add a timed delay to the rear backup camera when ParkView Backup Camera Delay shifting out of REVERSE. ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines This setting will turn the Backup Camera Active Guidelines on or off. ParkView Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines This setting will turn the Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines on or off.
Page 267 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will change the distance at which the steering wheel will LaneSense Warning provide lane departure feedback. The available settings are “Early”, “Medium”, and “Late”. This setting will change the strength of the steering wheel feedback LaneSense Strength during a lane departure.
Page 268 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines This setting will turn the Backup Camera Active Guidelines on or off. ParkView Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines This setting will turn the Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines on or off. Tire Fill Assist This setting will turn Tire Fill Assist on or off.
Page 269 MULTIMEDIA Brakes After pressing the Brakes button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Description Auto Park Brake This setting will turn the Auto Park Brake on or off. Brake Service This setting will allow you to retract the brakes for servicing. Lights When the Lights button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s exterior and interior lights.
Page 270 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Auto Dim High Beams This setting will allow you to turn the Auto Dim High Beams on or off. This setting will turn the headlights with the steering wheel. The available Steering Directed Lights options are “On” and “Off”. Doors &...
Page 271 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will change how many pushes of the Unlock button on the key fob are needed to unlock all the doors. The “Driver Door” setting will only Remote Door Unlock, Door Lock/1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks unlock the driver door on the first push on the Unlock button.
Page 272 MULTIMEDIA Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems When Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s comfort systems when remote start has been activated or the vehicle has been started. Setting Name Description This setting will activate the vehicle’s comfort systems and heated seats...
Page 273 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will allow you to set the amount of time the headlights remain Headlight Off Delay on after the vehicle has been turned off. The “+” will increase the amount of time. The “-” will decrease the amount of time. This setting will automatically lower the vehicle ride height for easier Auto Entry/Exit entry and exit of the vehicle.
Page 274 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting must be activated before performing a wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Mode Refer to an authorized dealer for further information. There are three air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist in changing a Four Corner Air Suspension Modes spare tire.
Page 275 MULTIMEDIA Trailer Brake/Trailer When the Trailer Brake/Trailer button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display settings related to trailer towing. Setting Name Description Select from “Trailer 1”, “Trailer 2”, “Trailer 3”, or “Trailer 4”. These trailer Trailer Select designations can be used to save different trailer settings.
Page 276 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will adjust audio volume as speeds increase. At a higher Speed Adjusted Volume setting, the volume will increase more as the vehicle speeds up. The available settings are “Off”, “1”, “2”, and “3”. Surround Sound This setting will turn the Surround Sound system on or off.
Page 277 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM® Setup NOTE: A subscription to SiriusXM® satellite radio is required for these settings to be functional. When the SiriusXM® Setup button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays options related to SiriusXM® satellite radio. These settings can be used to skip specific radio channels and restart favorite songs from the beginning.
Page 278: Uconnect Introduction
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT INTRODUCTION NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect exact soft- YSTEM VERVIEW ware for your vehicle. Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display 1 — Radio Button 2 — Media Button 3 — Phone Button 4 —...
Page 279 MULTIMEDIA Feature Description Press the Radio button or Media button to enter Radio Mode/Media Radio/Media Mode and access the radio functions and external audio sources Ú page 279. Press the Phone button to enter Phone Mode and access the hands-free Phone phone system Ú...
Page 280: Safety And General Information
MULTIMEDIA Glance at the screen only when safe to do so. NOTE: AFETY ENERAL NFORMATION  If prolonged viewing of the screen is required, Many features of this system are speed depen- Safety Guidelines park in a safe location and set the parking dent.
Page 281: Uconnect Modes
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT MODES The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with ADIO a push button in the center. The function of the Radio Controls TEERING HEEL UDIO ONTROLS left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The remote sound system controls are located The following describes the left-hand control on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the operation in each mode:...
Page 282 MULTIMEDIA The radio is equipped with the following modes: Tune/Scroll Control available station or channel when the button on the touchscreen is released. Turn the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob  clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to NOTE:  decrease the radio station frequency. Push the Pressing and holding either the Seek Up Enter/Browse button to choose a selection.
Page 283 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Mode — If bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM® at 866-635-2349 to cancel. See Equipped Once the last digit of a station has been SiriusXM® Customer Agreement for complete entered, press “GO”. The Direct Tune screen will terms at www.siriusxm.com (US) or close, and the system will automatically tune to www.siriusxm.ca (Canada).
Page 284 MULTIMEDIA No Subscription When in Satellite Mode: Radios equipped with a Satellite receiver The SXM button on the touchscreen is high-  require a subscription to the SiriusXM® Service. lighted. When the Radio does not have the necessary The SiriusXM® Presets are displayed at the ...
Page 285 MULTIMEDIA Replay The replay function provides a means to store and replay up to 22 minutes of music audio and 48 minutes of talk radio. Once the channel is switched, content in replay memory is lost. Press the Replay button on the touchscreen. The play/pause, rewind/forward and live buttons will display at the top of the screen, along with the replay time.
Page 286 MULTIMEDIA Favorites Browse In SXM Favorites Press the Favorites button on the touchscreen Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to Press the Favorites button on the Browse to activate the favorites menu, which will time edit Presets, Favorites, Game Zone, and Jump screen.
Page 287 MULTIMEDIA Game Zone Alert Settings The Presets are available for all Radio Modes, and are activated by pressing any of the Preset Press the Game Zone button, located at the left Press the Alert Setting tab at the top of the buttons, located at the top of the screen.
Page 288 MULTIMEDIA Audio Settings 1 — Balance/Fade Press the Audio button within the settings main 2 — Equalizer menu to activate the Audio Settings screen. 3 — Speed Adjusted Volume 4 — Surround Sound 5 — Loudness 6 — AUX Volume Offset 7 —...
Page 289: Media Mode
MULTIMEDIA Audio Setting Description The AUX Volume Offset is adjusted by pressing + and – buttons. This alters the AUX input audio AUX Volume Offset volume. The level value, which spans between plus or minus three, is displayed above the adjustment bar.
Page 290 MULTIMEDIA Types of Media Modes Media Mode, press the Source button on the the On/Off rotary knob, or with the volume of touchscreen and select the Bluetooth® button the attached device. USB Mode Ú page 290. NOTE: Overview To access Bluetooth® Mode, press the The radio unit is acting as the amplifier for audio Bluetooth®...
Page 291 MULTIMEDIA Browse In AUX Mode, press the Media button on the Info touchscreen to select the desired audio source: In USB Mode, press the Browse button on the In both Disc and USB Modes, press the Info AUX. touchscreen to display the browse window. In button on the touchscreen to display the USB Mode, the left side of the browse window Repeat...
Page 292: Phone Mode
MULTIMEDIA Media Voice Commands Screen Activated Features HONE Uconnect offers connections via USB, Dialing via Keypad using touchscreen. Overview  Bluetooth®, and auxiliary (AUX) ports. Voice Viewing and Calling contacts from Phone- Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated,  operation is only available for connected USB books displayed on the touchscreen.
Page 293 MULTIMEDIA For Uconnect customer support: without wires or a docking station. Ensure you Phone Operation phone is turned on with Bluetooth® active and US visit UconnectPhone.com or call  Operation has been paired to the Uconnect system. Up to 877-855-8400 10 mobile phones or audio devices are allowed Voice commands can be used to operate the Canada visit UconnectPhone.com or call...
Page 294 MULTIMEDIA For each feature explanation in this section, The system handles multiple inputs in the same Cancel Command  only the compound command form of the phrase or sentence such as “make a phone At any prompt, after the beep, you can say voice command is given.
Page 295 MULTIMEDIA This pop-up only appears when the user 5. If “No” is selected, and you still would like to  enters Phone Mode and no other pair a mobile phone, press the Pairing or device(s) have previously been paired. If Settings button from the Uconnect Phone main screen.
Page 296 MULTIMEDIA 9. When the pairing process has successfully You can also use the following VR command to 3. Press to select the particular phone or the completed, the system will prompt you to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any particular audio device.
Page 297 MULTIMEDIA 3. Press the Settings button located to the Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook Depending on the maximum number of  right of the device name for a different Transfer From Mobile Phone) — If Equipped entries downloaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names phone or audio device than the currently If supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone...
Page 298 MULTIMEDIA Settings Gear icon button next to the Phone Call Features Call Controls selected number to display the option’s The touchscreen allows you to control the The following features can be accessed through pop-up. In the pop-up, select “Add to following call features: the Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are Favorites”.
Page 299 MULTIMEDIA Key Pad Number Entry Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress Currently In Progress 1. Press the Phone button. If a call is currently in progress and you have When you receive a call on your mobile phone, 2.
Page 300 MULTIMEDIA Do Not Disturb can automatically reply with a Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold If two calls are in progress (one active and one text message, a call, or both when declining an on hold), press the Swap Calls button on the During an active call, press the Hold or Call On incoming call and send it to voicemail.
Page 301 MULTIMEDIA Call Continuation Things You Should Know About Uconnect WARNING! Phone Call continuation is the progression of a phone ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the call on the Uconnect Phone after the vehicle Voice Command wheel. You have full responsibility and ignition has been switched to OFF.
Page 302 MULTIMEDIA Audio Performance 2. “Reply” after an incoming text message has Push the Phone button and wait for the beep been read. to say a command. See some examples below: Audio quality is maximized under: Listen to the Uconnect prompts. After the “Call John Smith”...
Page 303: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
MULTIMEDIA RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES NOTE: designed to keep your eyes on the road and Only use the numbering listed in the provided your hands on the wheel by letting Siri help you Under certain conditions, the mobile phone table.
Page 304: Off-Road Pages - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA The internal wireless radio operates within 3. Altitude of the vehicle guidelines found in radio frequency safety 4. Status of Hill Descent Control and Speed in standards and recommendations, which reflect MPH (km/h) the consensus of the scientific community. The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by consumers.
Page 305: Vehicle Dynamics
MULTIMEDIA EHICLE YNAMICS CCESSORY AUGE The Vehicle Dynamics page displays The Accessory Gauge page displays the current information concerning the vehicle’s transfer status of the vehicle’s Coolant Temperature, Oil case and steering angle. Temperature, Oil Pressure, Transmission Temperature, and Battery Voltage. The following information is displayed: 1.
Page 306: Pitch & Roll
MULTIMEDIA & R ITCH ORWARD ACING AMERA The Pitch & Roll page displays the vehicle’s Your vehicle may be equipped with a Forward current pitch (angle up and down) and roll Facing Camera that allows you to see an (angle side to side) in degrees.The Pitch & Roll on-screen image of the front view of your gauge provide a visualization of the current vehicle.
Page 307: Safety Features
SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES ABS motor noise or clicking sounds (you may  WARNING! (Continued) continue to hear for a short time after the (ABS) stop) RAKE YSTEM Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will  diminish their effectiveness and may lead Brake pedal pulsations The ABS provides increased vehicle stability ...
Page 308: Electronic Brake Control (Ebc) System
SAFETY Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Hill Start Assist (HSA), and Traction Control WARNING! System (TCS). These systems work together to Light enhance both vehicle stability and control in The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot pre- The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when various driving conditions.
Page 309 SAFETY Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) NOTE: Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more  ERM is disabled any time the ESC is in “Full Off” than appropriate for the steering wheel posi- EBD manages the distribution of the braking tion.
Page 310 SAFETY ESC On WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly   Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system prevent the natural laws of physics from maintain your vehicle, may change the will be in this mode.
Page 311 SAFETY NOTE: ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light WARNING! System may switch from ESC “Full Off” to And ESC OFF Indicator Light When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS func- “Partial Off” mode when vehicle exceeds a  The ESC Activation/Malfunction tionality of ESC, except for the limited slip predetermined speed.
Page 312 SAFETY The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates HDC Has Three States: selectable by the driver, and can be adjusted by that the Electronic Stability Control using the gear shift +/-. The following 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not (ESC) is in a reduced mode.
Page 313 SAFETY NOTE: Disabling HDC The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for  During HDC the +/- shifter input is used for HDC several seconds then extinguish when the HDC will be deactivated and disabled if any of driver pushes the HDC switch but enable target speed selection, but will not affect the the following conditions occur: conditions are not met.
Page 314 SAFETY a short period. If the driver does not apply the Towing With HSA WARNING! throttle before this time expires, the system will HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll There may be situations where the Hill Start back while towing a trailer.
Page 315: Auxiliary Driving Systems
SAFETY Traction Control System (TCS) When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light will flash, the engine The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of power may be reduced and you may feel the each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is brakes being applied to individual wheels to detected, the Traction Control System (TCS) attempt to stop the trailer from swaying.
Page 316 SAFETY when the vehicle speed reaches approximately alerts will not occur. This is normal operation. The If the blockage message is still present after 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the system will automatically recover and resume cycling the ignition and driving in traffic, check driver of vehicles in these areas.
Page 317 SAFETY Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Rear Monitoring Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the Side Monitoring vehicle remains in the blind spot for Entering From The Rear...
Page 318 SAFETY The BSM system is designed not to issue an WARNING! alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, snow banks, car The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an washes etc. However, occasionally the system aid to help detect objects in the blind spot may alert on such objects.
Page 319 SAFETY NOTE: Blind Spot Alert Lights Only When the system is in RCP, the system shall In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can respond with both visual and audible alerts When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the be blocked by vehicles parked on either side. If when a detected object is present.
Page 320 SAFETY NOTE: maximum blind spot zone until the length has been verified. You will see “Auto” in the When a trailer with an electric brake is connected to the vehicle, the instrument cluster instrument panel cluster display will provide a menu to allow a selection Maximum Mode —...
Page 321 SAFETY Maximum length supported by the Trailer Merge Trailer length will be identified and placed into Warning Light located in the outside mirror on Assist feature is 39.5 ft (12 m). Trailer length is one of the following categories: the side the other vehicle is detected on. In considered the forward most portion of the addition, an audible (chime) alert will be heard Trailer length up to 10 ft (3 m) —...
Page 322: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
SAFETY forward collision. When the system determines WARNING! that a forward collision is probable, the driver The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an will be provided with audible and visual warn- aid to help detect objects in the blind spot ings as well as a possible haptic warning in the zones.
Page 323 SAFETY It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To When the FCW is “off”, this prevents the   WARNING! prevent such misuse of the system, after four system from warning the driver of a possible Active Braking events within a key cycle, the collision with the vehicle in front.
Page 324: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
SAFETY This setting provides less reaction time This indicates there is an internal system fault.   than the “Far” and “Medium” settings, Although the vehicle is still drivable under When the sensitivity of FCW is set to the  which allows for a more dynamic driving normal conditions, have the system checked by “Far”...
Page 325 SAFETY pressure should always be set based on cold Warning Light will turn off once the system CAUTION! inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire receives the updated tire pressures. The vehicle pressure after the vehicle has not been driven may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes The TPMS has been optimized for the orig- ...
Page 326 SAFETY NOTE: Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System  messages, which display in the instrument The TPMS is not intended to replace normal  cluster tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning ...
Page 327 SAFETY Should this occur, you should stop as soon as a minimum of five seconds and then display fault occurs due to an incorrect TPMS sensor possible and inflate the tires with a low pressure dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to location, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System condition (those in a different color in the indicate which sensor is not being received.
Page 328 With the sensors installed and the trailer near or condition falls below 25% of the drivers set then display dashes (- -) in place of the pres- connected to your Ram truck, initiate the pairing pressure or if a system malfunction occurs. The sure value.
Page 329 SAFETY Follow the on screen prompts to select the double horn chirp may continue to happen number of axles (1 - 3), the number of trailer every three minutes indicating the failed tires (2, 4, 6, 8, or 12), and the set trailer tire pairing.
Page 330 SAFETY Service TTPMS Warning trailer number selected. This message will be NOTE: displayed when the sensors being received It is not required to have the engine running to If a system fault is detected, the instrument completely match the sensors paired to another enter Tire Fill Alert mode.
Page 331 SAFETY The horn will chirp once again when enough The customer may also store the pressure the TPMS sensor signal from being received. In  air is let out to reach proper inflation level. values chosen for each axle in the radio as a this case, the vehicle may need to be moved preset pressure.
Page 332: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY NOTE: If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will CCUPANT ESTRAINT YSTEMS It is particularly important for you to check the repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If EATURES tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle the system fault no longer exists, the "SERVICE Seat Belt Systems monthly and to maintain the proper pressure.
Page 333: Seat Belt Systems
SAFETY 2. A child who is not big enough to wear the inflate forcefully into the space between YSTEMS vehicle seat belt properly must be secured occupants and the door and occupants Buckle up even though you are an excellent in the appropriate child restraint or could be injured.
Page 334 SAFETY Initial Indication The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat NOTE: based on vehicle speed until the driver and If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition occupied outboard front seat passenger seat or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped switch is first in the START or ON/RUN position, belts are buckled.
Page 335 SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Relying on the air bags alone could lead to A lap belt worn too high can increase the Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat    more severe injuries in a collision. The air risk of injury in a collision.
Page 336 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) A seat belt that is too loose will not protect A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in   you properly. In a sudden stop, you could a collision and leave you with no protection. move too far forward, increasing the possi- Inspect the seat belt system periodically, bility of injury.
Page 337 SAFETY 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and necessary, slide the latch plate down the the anchorage button to release the anchorage, lies low across your hips, below your webbing to allow the seat belt to retract and move it up or down to the position that abdomen.
Page 338 SAFETY pushing or squeezing the release button. To First Row Center Seat Belt Operating verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, Instructions (Regular Cab Only) pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage The first row center seat belt (Regular Cab only) until it is locked into position.
Page 339 SAFETY 7. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and First Row Center Lap Belt Operating lies low across your hips, below your Instructions — If Equipped abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt The center seating position for the Mega Cab portion, pull up on the shoulder belt.
Page 340 SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Pretensioner WARNING! The front outboard seat belt system is equipped ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physi-  with pretensioning devices that are designed to cally required in order to properly fit the remove slack from the seat belt in the event of original seat belt system.
Page 341 SAFETY Energy Management Feature If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, The front outboard seat belt system is equipped only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to with an Energy Management feature that may comfortably wrap around the occupant’s help further reduce the risk of injury in the event mid-section so as to not activate the ALR.
Page 342: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode UPPLEMENTAL ESTRAINT YSTEMS WARNING! (SRS) Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt Never place a rear-facing child restraint in  and allow it to retract completely to disengage Some of the safety features described in this front of an air bag.
Page 343 SAFETY Supplemental Side Air Bags single chime will sound to alert you if the light  WARNING! comes on again after initial startup. Front and Side Impact Sensors — If Equipped  Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your The ORC also includes diagnostics that will instrument panel could mean you won’t have Seat Belt Pretensioners...
Page 344 SAFETY For additional information regarding the Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag WARNING! Redundant Air Bag Warning Light, see Features Ú page 123. Being too close to the steering wheel or  2500 Series Truck instrument panel during front air bag Front Air Bags The Advanced Front Air Bag system has deployment could cause serious injury,...
Page 345 SAFETY 3500 Series Truck Front Air Bag Operation WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has Front Air Bags are designed to provide No objects should be placed over or near  multistage driver and front passenger air bags. additional protection by supplementing the seat the air bag on the instrument panel or This system provides output appropriate to the belts.
Page 346 SAFETY When the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Supplemental Side Air Bags When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on detects a collision requiring the front air bags, it the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags signals the inflator units.
Page 347 SAFETY The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial Side Impacts or complete ejection of vehicle occupants The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in through side windows in certain side impact certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint events.
Page 348 SAFETY Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt itself is not a good indicator of whether or not WARNING! restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners time than it takes to blink your eyes. Side Air Bags need room to inflate.
Page 349 SAFETY Steering Wheel and Column If you do have a collision which deploys the air Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have  bags, any or all of the following may occur: deployed. If you are involved in another Instrument Panel ...
Page 350 SAFETY Enhanced Accident Response System Your vehicle may also be designed to perform the ground near the engine compartment and any of these other functions in response to the fuel tank before resetting the system and In the event of an impact, if the communication Enhanced Accident Response System: starting the engine.
Page 351 SAFETY Maintaining Your Air Bag System for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds WARNING! (Continued) or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to WARNING! record such data as: Do not attempt to modify any part of your ...
Page 352: Child Restraints
SAFETY To read data recorded by an EDR, special Before buying any restraint system, make sure WARNING! equipment is required, and access to the that it has a label certifying that it meets all vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the In a collision, an unrestrained child can applicable Safety Standards.
Page 353 SAFETY Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Children who are two years old or younger and Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Infants and Toddlers who have not reached the height or weight limits Restraint, facing rearward in a rear seat of the of their child restraint...
Page 354 SAFETY Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Children who are two years old or who have Improper installation can lead to failure of Never install a rear-facing child restraint in   outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat an infant or child restraint.
Page 355 SAFETY Children Too Large For Booster Seats 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s A child’s squirming or slouching can move the shoulder between the neck and arm? belt out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts Children who are large enough to wear the the face or neck, move the child closer to the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are 4.
Page 356 SAFETY Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Combined Weight of Restraint Type the Child + Child LATCH – Lower Anchors LATCH – Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Tether Seat Belt Only Restraint Only + Top Tether Anchor Anchor Forward-Facing Child Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Page 357 SAFETY Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Mega Cab LATCH Positions Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH...
Page 358 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Regular Cab Front / Crew Cab with full bench rear seat: Use the seat belt and tether anchor to install a Can a child seat be installed in the center position N/A –...
Page 359 SAFETY Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion.
Page 360 SAFETY LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will Always follow the directions of the child WARNING! (Continued) be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap restraint manufacturer when installing your on each side. Each will have a hook or child restraint. Not all child restraint systems Never use the same lower anchorage to ...
Page 361 SAFETY move it to its rear-most position to make How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR WARNING! (Continued) room for the child seat. You may also move (ALR) Seat Belt: the front seat forward to allow more room Child restraint anchorages are designed to ...
Page 362 SAFETY The seat belts in the passenger seating Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing positions are equipped with either a Switchable Child Restraints In This Vehicle Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
Page 363 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor with the Weight limit of the Child Restraint to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint?
Page 364 SAFETY For Regular Cab Models 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching If it is locked, you should not be able to pull Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped: Place the child seat in the center of the out any webbing.
Page 365 SAFETY 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so Installing Child Restraints Using The Top from the retractor to pass it through the belt check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if Tether Anchorage path of the child restraint.
Page 366 SAFETY rear seating position. There is a plastic cover 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most Crew Cab Trucks: over each anchorage. To attach the tether strap direct path between the anchorage and the The top tether anchorages in this of the child restraint: child seat.
Page 367 SAFETY NOTE: If there are child seats in both of the outboard (left and right) seating positions, the tether strap hooks of both child seats should be connected to the center tether strap loop. This is the correct way to tether two outboard child seats.
Page 368 SAFETY 2. Place a child restraint on the seat and 5. Tighten the tether straps according to the adjust the tether strap so that it will reach child seat manufacturer’s instructions, over the seat back, under the head tightening the right and left tether straps restraint, through the tether strap loop before the center tether strap.
Page 369: Safety Tips
SAFETY SAFETY TIPS Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if with the Air Bag System has been detected. It equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that will stay on until the fault is removed. If the light RANSPORTING ASSENGERS are secured by seat belts.
Page 370: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on the If the vehicle carpet has been removed and   stacked floor mat, or damaged floor mat driver’s side floor area. To check for inter- re-installed, always properly attach carpet fasteners may cause your floor mat to ference, with the vehicle properly parked...
Page 371: Exhaust Gas
SAFETY Lights connections could permit exhaust fumes to WARNING! (Continued) seep into the passenger compartment. In Have someone observe the operation of brake addition, inspect the exhaust system each time Do not run the engine in a closed garage or ...
Page 372: In Case Of Emergency
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS The Hazard Warning Flashers switch is located on the upper switch bank just below the radio. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch Hazard Warning Flashers Switch NOTE: Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning If your vehicle is equipped with a 12–inch Flashers.
Page 373: Assist And Sos System - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY When you must leave the vehicle to seek NOTE: assistance, the Hazard Warning Flashers will Your vehicle may be transmitting data as  continue to operate even though the ignition is authorized by the subscriber Ú page 490. placed in the OFF position.
Page 374 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all important vehicle information to a SOS Once a connection is made between the   other vehicle issues. operator: vehicle’s SOS Call system and the SOS operator, the SOS operator may be able Indication that the occupant placed a Uconnect Customer Care - Total support for ...
Page 375 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Ignoring the overhead console light could Never place anything on or near the Modifications to any part of the SOS Call    mean you will not have SOS Call services. If vehicle’s operable network and GPS system could cause the air bag system to antennas.
Page 376: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network and/or Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s   WARNING! (Continued) Global Positioning Satellite signals are LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) and GPS unavailable or obstructed. antennas. You could prevent LTE (voice/ Being under a jacked-up vehicle is ...
Page 377: Preparations For Jacking
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY REPARATIONS ACKING 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 378 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Remove the jack and tools from the bracket There are two ways to assemble the tools: CAUTION! (Continued) assembly. Turn the jack turn-screw Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising counterclockwise to release jack from bracket Damage to the lug wrench, extensions and ...
Page 379: Removing The Spare Tire
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. Rotate the lug wrench handle counter- WARNING! clockwise until the spare tire is on the After using the jack and tools, always reinstall ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle. them in the original carrier and location.
Page 380: Jacking Instructions
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give ACKING NSTRUCTIONS WARNING! (Continued) clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Only use the jack in the positions indicated WARNING!  and for lifting this vehicle during a tire Carefully follow these tire changing warnings change.
Page 381 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: 3. Placement of the jack is critical: If your vehicle is equipped with hub caps/wheel covers they must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground Ú page 383. Lug Wrench Adapter Shown In Jack And Tools Assembly Jack / Extensions Placement CAUTION! Front Jacking Location...
Page 382 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY under the axle between the spring and the Connect the extension tubes and lug shock absorber with the extension tubes ex- wrench. tending to the rear. CAUTION! Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required.
Page 383: To Stow The Flat Or Spare
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Remove the lug nuts and pull the wheel off. 7. Install the wheel center cap and remove the On Single Rear Wheel (SRW) trucks, install wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or the spare wheel and lug nuts with the cone aluminum wheel center caps on the spare wheel.
Page 384 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immedi- clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of ately. the cable and position it properly across the wheel opening.
Page 385: Reinstalling The Jack And Tools
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Place the jack and tool bracket assembly in EINSTALLING OOLS the storage position holding the jack by the 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools turning the jack turn-screw counter- under the seat so that the bottom slot clockwise until the jack is snug.
Page 386: Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING For 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) models, use the flat end of the lug wrench to If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can hook and pull off the hub cap. Find the opening be jump started using a set of jumper cables in the hub cap, insert the lug wrench, and pull and a battery in another vehicle, or by using a...
Page 387: Preparations For Jump Start
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY REPARATIONS TART WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the front Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan  of the engine compartment, behind the driver whenever the hood is raised. It can start side headlight assembly.
Page 388: Jump Starting Procedure
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper TARTING ROCEDURE CAUTION! cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Do not connect jumper cable to any of the WARNING! fuses on the positive battery terminal. The 4.
Page 389: Gear Selector Override - 6-Speed
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If frequent jump starting is required to start your 3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position. vehicle you should have the battery and 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the charging system inspected at an authorized brake pedal.
Page 390: Manual Park Release - 8 - Speed
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 – SPEED 2. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, Manual Park Release lever is locked in the remove the Manual Park Release access released position. TRANSMISSION cover, which is just above the parking brake release handle, below and to the left of the WARNING! steering column.
Page 391: If Your Engine Overheats
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Pull gently on the tether strap to confirm engine idle speed while preventing vehicle CAUTION! that the lever is locked in its stowed motion with the brakes. position. Driving with a hot cooling system could dam- NOTE: age your vehicle.
Page 392: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! For trucks equipped with an 8–speed trans-  This section describes procedures for towing a Racing the engine or spinning the wheels  mission, shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE disabled vehicle using a commercial towing may lead to transmission overheating and can only be achieved at wheel speeds of service.
Page 393 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Wheels OFF The Towing Condition 2WD Models 4WD Models Ground If transmission is operable: Detailed instructions Ú page 250 Transmission in NEUTRAL Automatic Transmission in PARK   Flat Tow NONE 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed Transfer Case in NEUTRAL (N) ...
Page 394: Two-Wheel Drive Models
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Acceptable methods to tow the vehicle on a HEEL RIVE ODELS CAUTION! flatbed are as follows: FCA US LLC recommends towing your vehicle Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if  The front wheels raised and the rear wheels ...
Page 395: Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) CAUTION! This vehicle is equipped with an event data Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is rescue a vehicle stranded off-road. Do not to record data that will assist in understanding use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or how a vehicle’s systems performed under...
Page 396: Servicing And Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE An authorized dealer will reset the oil change Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: indicator message after completing the ENGINE Check engine oil level  scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change Check windshield washer fluid level is performed by someone other than an ...
Page 397: Maintenance Plan - Gasoline Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — G AINTENANCE ASOLINE NGINE At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Change oil and filter.  Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on. ...
Page 398 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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 399 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 400: Scheduled Servicing- Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING— DIESEL ENGINE Once A Month Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or Inspect the batteries, and clean and tighten  suspected. Retain all receipts. CAUTION! the terminals as required. Failure to perform the required maintenance NOTE: Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir,...
Page 401: Perform Service Indicator - Cummins® Diesel
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — An authorized dealer will reset the oil change NOTE: ERFORM ERVICE NDICATOR indicator message after completing the ® D UMMINS IESEL Under no circumstances should oil change  scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Your vehicle will require emissions is performed by someone other than an...
Page 402: Maintenance Plan - Cummins® Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — C ® D AINTENANCE UMMINS IESEL NGINE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Change engine oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months or 500 Hours or sooner if prompted by the oil change...
Page 403 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;...
Page 404 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Inspect the transfer case fluid (4x4), change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 405 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Flush and replace power steering fluid. Flush and replace engine coolant. *** 1.
Page 406: Engine Compartment
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6.4L E NGINE 1 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Battery 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Reservoir 7 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Power Steering Reservoir Cap 4 —...
Page 407: L Diesel Engine - Six-Speed 68Rfe
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6.7L D — S 68RFE IESEL NGINE PEED 1 — Battery 7 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Reservoir 8 — Battery 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap 9 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 4 —...
Page 408: L Diesel Engine - Six-Speed As69Rc Hd
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6.7L D — S AS69RC HD IESEL NGINE PEED 1 — Battery 7 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Battery 3 — Engine Coolant Pressure Reservoir 9 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 —...
Page 409: Checking Oil Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE After the engine has warmed up, operate the HECKING EVEL CAUTION! defroster for a few minutes to reduce the To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 410: Pressure Washing
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RESSURE ASHING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Cleaning the engine compartment with a high You can be badly injured working on or Battery gas is flammable and explosive.  pressure washer is not recommended. Keep flame or sparks away from the around a motor vehicle.
Page 411: Engine Oil Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE the vehicle is unused for an extended period of For diesel engines, oils with a high ash content Materials Added To Engine Oil time, incorrect oil, extended oil changes or may produce damaging deposits on cylinder The manufacturer strongly recommends extended idling.
Page 412: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE debris you should change your engine air 2. Lift the engine air cleaner filter cover to NGINE LEANER ILTER cleaner filter. access the engine air cleaner filter. For the proper maintenance intervals NOTE: 3. Remove the engine air cleaner filter from Ú...
Page 413 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal NOTE: 1. Remove the screws from the engine air Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is cleaner filter cover. present before replacing the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 414: Air Conditioner Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE global-warming potential. The manufacturer ONDITIONER AINTENANCE CAUTION! recommends that air conditioning service be For best possible performance, your air Do not use chemical flushes in your air performed by an authorized dealer using conditioner should be checked and serviced by conditioning system as the chemicals can recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 415 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The cabin air filter is located in the fresh air inlet 3. There are travel stops on both sides of the 4. Remove the filter cover by pushing in on the behind the glove compartment. Perform the glove compartment.
Page 416: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 5. Remove the cabin air filter by pulling it 7. Reinstall the glove compartment on the 9. Reattach the glove compartment tension straight out of the housing. hinges. tether by inserting the tether clip in the glove compartment and sliding the clip 8.
Page 417: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter - Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE are not a reason to replace belt. However, “Groove jumping" (belt does not maintain  CAUTION! cracks running along a rib (not across) are not correct position on pulley) normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib Do not drain the fuel/water separator filter ...
Page 418: Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement - Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Upon proper draining of the water from both valve open until all water and contaminants have NGINE OUNTED ILTER fuel filters, the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” been removed. When clean fuel is visible, close — D EPLACEMENT IESEL NGINE...
Page 419: Replacement - Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 1. Ensure engine is turned off. NOTE: Do not remove cartridge from bag until you 2. Place drain pan under the fuel filter drain reach this step in order to keep cartridge clean. hose. 10. Push down on the cartridge to ensure it is 3.
Page 420: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel - Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 1. Ensure engine is turned off. RIMING NGINE — D IESEL NGINE 2. Place drain pan under the fuel filter drain hose. WARNING! 3. Open the water drain valve one full turn Do not open the high pressure fuel system counterclockwise and completely drain fuel with the engine running.
Page 421: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Message Process Flow
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE A maximum blend of 20% biodiesel, meeting engine and exhaust system. The engine and  CAUTION! ASTM specification D-7467 may be used with exhaust after-treatment system work together your Cummins® diesel engine. (Pickup Do not engage the starter motor for more to achieve the EPA Heavy Duty Diesel Engine models and Chassis Cab models configured than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 422: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
You can receive assistance in locating DEF in The external lock cylinders should be lubricated you to additional maintenance required on your the United States by calling 866-RAM-INFO twice a year, preferably in the Autumn and truck or engine Ú page 111.
Page 423 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE wet spots. If any of these conditions are 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper present, clean the wiper blades or replace as off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the arm, flip up the locking tab.
Page 424: Exhaust System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. Tilt the lower end of the wiper blade away blade down toward the base of the wiper 3. Insert the receiver bracket on the wiper from the arm and use one finger to push the arm and away from the J hook in the end of assembly into the hook on the tip of the arm release tab toward the wiper arm.
Page 425 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE addition, have the exhaust system inspected In unusual situations involving grossly CAUTION! (Continued) each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching oil change. Replace as required. odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst Damage to the catalytic converter can ...
Page 426: Cooling System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE the system should be drained, flushed and Technology (OAT) coolant (conforming to OOLING YSTEM refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the MS.90032). A/C condenser or radiator for any accumulation WARNING! For the proper maintenance intervals of bugs, leaves, etc.
Page 427 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE This vehicle has not been designed for use We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/ Some vehicles require special tools to add    with propylene glycol-based engine coolant. Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant Formula OAT that meets the requirements of properly could lead to severe internal engine...
Page 428 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine If an examination of your engine compartment WARNING! shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, The level of the coolant in the pressurized Do not open hot engine cooling system. the vehicle may be safely driven.
Page 429: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE necessary, install ONLY the correct type ther- With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected RAKE YSTEM mostat. Other designs may result in unsatis- to fall as the brake linings wear. However, an In order to ensure brake system performance, factory engine cooling performance, poor gas unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by all brake system components should be...
Page 430: Automatic Transmission
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE transmissions. Avoid using transmission CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) sealers as they may adversely affect seals. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can  CAUTION! result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine authorized dealer immediately.
Page 431 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE the vehicle cannot be driven, see the NOTE the fluid level is low, add fluid through the 8. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. and CAUTION below about checking the dipstick tube to bring it to the proper level. Release the parking brake.
Page 432: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid And Filter Changes — Eight-Speed recommended fluid. No chemical flushes plug hole and use it like a dipstick. Remove the should be used in any transmission; only the wire and measure from the 90 degree bend to Transmission approved lubricant should be used.
Page 433: Transfer Case
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Limited-Slip Differentials DO REQUIRE limited In addition, inspection and service should be OISE ONTROL YSTEM EQUIRED slip oil additive (friction modifiers). performed anytime a malfunction is observed or & W AINTENANCE ARRANTY suspected. Proper maintenance of the entire NOTE: All vehicles built over 10,000 lbs.
Page 434 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tampering With Noise Control System AIR CLEANER Noise Emission Warranty Prohibited Removal of the air cleaner. The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as  manufactured by the manufacturer, was Federal law prohibits the following acts or the Removal of the air cleaner filter element from ...
Page 435 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines) Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed. MILES 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000...
Page 436: Fuses
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FUSES Also, please be aware that when using power WARNING! (Continued) outlets for extended periods of time with the General Information engine off may result in vehicle battery If a general protection fuse for safety  systems (air bag system, braking system), discharge.
Page 437 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Power Distribution Center WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) The Power Distribution Center is located in the When replacing a blown fuse, always use If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an   engine compartment near the battery. This an appropriate replacement fuse with the authorized dealer.
Page 438 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 40 Amp Green – Compressor For Air Suspension * 40 Amp Green – Steering Torque Overlay Module (STOM) 40 Amp Green – Starter Solenoid 20 Amp Blue – NOX Sensor* 40 Amp Green –...
Page 439 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Module 30 Amp Pink – Front Wiper — – Spare — – Spare 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Backup Lights * 20 Amp Blue –...
Page 440 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port – 10 Amp Red Upfitters Relay Coil * – – Spare – – Spare – 10 Amp Red IP Cluster / CSG – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module * Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition Node Module, –...
Page 441 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors / Powertrain Control Module / SRV * – 10 Amp Red MOD Inverter (Wake Up) / Power Port / USB IP / WCPM * – 10 Amp Red Sunroof / USB Rear * –...
Page 442 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – – Spare – 15 Amp Blue ASBM / HVAC / ICS / Rear Heated Seat Switches – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module Air Suspension / ITBM / Steering Column Control –...
Page 443 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F102 – 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat Left / Run RLY #3 Coil * F103 – 10 Amp Red HeadLamp AFLS * F104 – 20 Amp Yellow UCI Port / USB Rear * If Equipped CAUTION! When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
Page 444: Bulb Replacement
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement Bulbs NOTE: See an authorized dealer for LED bulb replacement. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved. Interior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Overhead Console Lamps TS 212–9 Dome Lamp 7679...
Page 445 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Turn Signal (LED Reflector Headlamp) 7444NA Front Side Marker (Headlamps) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Front Fog Lamps (Halogen Reflector Headlamp) H11LL Front Fog Lamps (LED Headlamps) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Side Indicators (Front And Side View Mirror) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp...
Page 446 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Replacing Exterior Bulbs 4. Reach through the access hole of the wheel 6. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter house splash shield and disengage the bulb turn to unlock the bulb from the lamp. Base Quad: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam access cover by rotating counterclockwise.
Page 447 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 4. Reach behind the headlamp and disengage Outer Front Park And Turn 4. Reach through the access hole of the wheel the access cover by rotating counter- house splash shield and disengage the side See below steps to replace: clockwise.
Page 448 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fog Lamps — If Equipped 2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward CAUTION! far enough to unsnap the two receptacles Please see an authorized dealer for service on Do not contaminate the bulb glass by on the outboard side of the lamp housing LED and Halogen front fog lamps.
Page 449 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Separate the connector holding the housing Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps  CAUTION! and wiring harness to the body. Inside Bulb: Center High Mounted Stop  Do not contaminate the bulb glass by Lamp 3. Turn the desired bulb socket a quarter turn touching it with your fingers or by allowing it and remove the socket and bulb from to contact other oily surfaces.
Page 450 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Rotate the bulb socket a quarter turn and Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If pull it from the lamp assembly. — If Equipped Equipped See below steps to replace: See below steps to replace: 1.
Page 451: Tires
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRES into the sidewall beginning with the section 1 — US DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN) width. The letter "P" is absent from this tire 2 — Size Designation size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H. AFETY NFORMATION 3 — Service Description Tire safety information will cover aspects of the LT (Light Truck) —...
Page 452 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: LT = Light truck tire based on US design standards, or T or S = Temporary spare tire or 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215, 235, 145 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or ...
Page 453 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or  LL = Light load tire or ...
Page 454 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) 03 means the 3rd week  01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) 01 means the year 2001 ...
Page 455 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: NOTE: 1. Number of people that can be carried in The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed the vehicle. on the driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door.
Page 456 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE To determine the maximum loading conditions be five 150 lb passengers in your NOTE: of your vehicle, locate the statement “The vehicle, the amount of available cargo If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load  combined weight of occupants and cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
Page 457: Tires - General Information
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — G Fuel Economy IRES ENERAL NFORMATION WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling Tire Pressure Overinflated or underinflated tires can  resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption. Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the affect vehicle handling and can fail Tread Wear safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 458 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi Radial Ply Tires CAUTION! (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside WARNING! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, temperature condition. always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi Combining radial ply tires with other types of prevent moisture and dirt from entering the...
Page 459 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Index and Speed Symbol). Replace the tire Tire Spinning pressure sensor as well as it is not designed to When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice be reused. conditions, do not spin your vehicle's wheels Run Flat Tires — If Equipped above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping.
Page 460 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE to develop across the tire tread. These Replacement Tires capability. Failure to use equivalent abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life, replacement tires may adversely affect the The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance resulting in the need for earlier tire replace- safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
Page 461: Tire Types
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Snow Tires WARNING! (Continued) Equipped Some areas of the country require the use of Failure to equip your vehicle with tires  snow tires during the Winter. Snow tires can be Summer tires provide traction in both wet and having adequate speed capability can identified by a “mountain/snowflake”...
Page 462: Spare Tires - If Equipped
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — I Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped PARE IRES QUIPPED WARNING! The compact spare is for temporary emergency Compact and collapsible spares are for CAUTION! use only. You can identify if your vehicle is temporary emergency use only. With these equipped with a compact spare by looking at Because of the reduced ground clearance, do spares, do not drive more than 50 mph...
Page 463: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Since this tire has limited tread life, the original Full Size Spare — If Equipped WARNING! equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) The full size spare is for temporary emergency and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first Limited use spares are for emergency use use only.
Page 464 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including NOTE: caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals an extended period after cleaning the wheels...
Page 465: Snow Traction Devices
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RACTION EVICES Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clearance. Due to limited clearance, the following snow traction devices are recommended. Follow these recommendations to guard against damage: Snow traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as recommended by the snow traction device manufacturer. ...
Page 466 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3500 SRW 4x2 (2WD) & 4x4 (4WD) Snow Traction Device (maximum projection Axle Tire/Wheel Size Trim Level beyond tire profile or equivalent) Tradesman Bighorn Limited Rear LT275/70R18E U Class Laramie Longhorn Snow Traction Device (maximum projection 3500 DRW 4x2 (2WD) Trim Level Axle Tire/Wheel Size beyond tire profile or equivalent)
Page 467: Tire Rotation Recommendations
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) and wet traction levels and contribute to a Using tires of different size and type (M+S, smooth, quiet ride. Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and ...
Page 468: Department Of Transportation Uniform
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped After a tire rotation is completed, as shown  CAUTION! (Continued) below, the system can auto learn the loca- The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should tions of each sensor ID. Auto learning/local- When replacing a flat, the spare tire may ...
Page 469: Treadwear
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE All passenger vehicle tires must conform controlled conditions on specified level of performance, which all to Federal safety requirements in government test surfaces of asphalt and passenger vehicle tires must meet addition to these grades. concrete. A tire marked C may have poor under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety traction performance.
Page 470: Bodywork
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE for about five minutes in the fresh air and What Causes Corrosion? To minimize the possibility of scratching the high blower setting. This will ensure lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping Corrosion is the result of deterioration or adequate system lubrication to minimize the with a dry cloth.
Page 471 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as Your fascia/bumpers are susceptible to Special Care  Mopar® Cleaner Wax to remove road film, deterioration caused by salt, sodium chloride, If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you ...
Page 472: Interiors
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTERIORS Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped WARNING! During ownership, the shine and luster of the Do not use silicon-based protection products EATS ABRIC ARTS Spray-On Bedliner can fade from oxidation, road to clean your bedliner. Silicon-based products dirt, heavy-duty hauling and hard water stains.
Page 473: Plastic And Coated Parts
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE For grease stains, apply Mopar® Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster  WARNING! Multi-Purpose Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth Lenses and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a The lenses in front of the instruments in this remove soap residue.
Page 474: Glass Surfaces
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray LASS URFACES If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to cleaner on the towel or cloth that you are using. All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Page 475: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) BRAKE SYSTEM — I YDRAULIC RAKE SSIST QUIPPED The VIN is found on the left front corner of the If power assist is lost for any reason (for instrument panel, visible through the example, repeated brake applications with the The brake system power assist is provided by a windshield.
Page 476: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS interface between the lug nut/bolt and the Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until washer. Do not oil wheel studs. each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to that the socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/ ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to bolt (do not insert it halfway).
Page 477: Fuel Requirements - Gasoline Engine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE Visit www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER EFORMULATED ASOLINE Detergent Gasoline Retailers. Many areas of the country require the use of While operating on gasoline with the required Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning cleaner burning gasoline referred to as octane number, hearing a light knocking sound agents should be avoided.
Page 478: Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CNG A LP F Problems that result from using gasoline gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your YSTEM containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains ODIFICATIONS gasoline containing methanol are not the MMT.
Page 479: Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS For most year-round service, Number 2 Diesel cetane “premium” diesel fuel may offer CAUTION! (Continued) Fuel meeting ASTM (formerly known as the improved cold-starting and warm-up American Society for Testing and Materials) performance. The use of fuel additives, which are now ...
Page 480: Biodiesel Fuel Requirements
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS A maximum blend of 20% biodiesel meeting requirements for vehicles operating on Petrodiesel fuel meeting ASTM specification   ASTM specification D-7467 may be used with D-975 and biodiesel fuel (B100) meeting biodiesel blends up to B20 will result in your Cummins®...
Page 481 Oil Change require- heated storage tank, or using cold temperature Ram PickUp 2500/3500 Only — 15,000 Miles ments for vehicles operating on biodiesel additives. blends up to B20 may result in premature (24,000 km)* engine wear.
Page 482: Fluid Capacities
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLUID CAPACITIES 6.4L GASOLINE ENGINE Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 117 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons 121 Liters 2500/3500 Crew Cab Longbed Models — If Equipped 50 Gallons 189 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 6.4L Engine 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters...
Page 483: Engine Fluids And Lubricants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Metric Engine Oil With Filter 6.7L Engine 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters Cooling System 6.7L Engine 22.0 Quarts 20.8 Liters ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 6.4L GASOLINE ENGINE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Engine Coolant (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Page 484 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Engine Coolant (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). In ambient temperatures above 0°F (-18°C), we recommend you use 10W-30 engine oil such as Mopar®, Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets the manufacturer Material Standard MS-10902 and the API CK-4 engine oil category is required.
Page 485 API Certified to the ISO 22241 standard. Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 may result in system damage. You can receive Diesel Exhaust Fluid assistance in locating DEF in the United States by calling 866-RAM-INFO (866-726-4636). In Canada call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or 1–800–387–9983 (French).
Page 486 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other This vehicle has not been designed for use   than specified Organic Additive Technology with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based result in engine damage and may decrease engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recom- corrosion protection.
Page 487: Chassis Fluids And Lubricants
We recommend you use Mopar® Transfer Case Lubricant for Borg Warner Transfer Case 44-44 and 44-45. We recommend you use SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant in 9.25 Front, 11.5 and 12.0 (Single Rear Wheel) Rear Axles. Front and Rear Axle Use Mopar®...
Page 488 Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar® BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. We recommend you use SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant in 9.25 Front, 11.5 and 12.0 (Single Rear Wheel) Rear Axles. Front and Rear Axle Fluid Use Mopar®...
Page 489: Customer Assistance
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE (additional charges may apply). If you need a reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the rental, it is advisable to make these general manager or owner of the authorized FOR YOUR VEHICLE arrangements when you call for an dealer.
Page 490: Fca Canada Inc. Customer Center
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FCA C TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) National Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 ANADA USTOMER ENTER equipment at its customer center. Any hearing (Canadian residents, call (800) 465-2001 P.O. Box 1621 or speech impaired customer, who has access English / (800) 387-9983 French).
Page 491: Warranty Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION inform the National Highway Traffic Customer Service Department Safety Administration (NHTSA) in immediately. Canadian customers who See the Warranty Information for the terms and addition to notifying FCA US LLC. wish to report a safety defect to the provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable Canadian government should contact If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it...
Page 492: General Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE GENERAL INFORMATION systems and features. They show exactly how to brouillage est susceptible d'en compro- find and correct problems, using step-by-step mettre le fonctionnement. The following regulatory statement applies to all troubleshooting and drivability procedures, La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all siguientes dos condiciones:...
Page 493 INDEX  ........123 ......84 Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Air Bag Light Automatic Tailgate Release ............292 ....65 Phone Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ........... 410 ....... 157 Filter) Automatic Transmission ......412 ..........430 Air Conditioner Maintenance Adding Fluid ......
Page 494 ........313 ......369 ........... 488 Blind Spot Monitoring Carbon Monoxide Warning Contract, Service ............55 ............279 Bluetooth Cargo Light Controls ..............288 .... 425 Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ....294 ..........301 ..........424 Or Audio Device After Pairing Cellular Phone Cooling System...
Page 495 Diesel Fuel Requirements ......477 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ....307 Runaway ........... 230 Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming .....418 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..125 Starting ............. 137 Differential, Limited Slip ........191 Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..169 Enhanced Accident Response Disabled Vehicle Towing ........390 Emergency Braking...
Page 496 ..........35 ..........311 Fold-Flat Seats Gauges Hill Start Assist ......320 ............. 146 Forward Collision Warning Voltage Hitches ...........168 ..........163 ........... 240 Four Wheel Drive Gear Ranges Trailer Towing .......370 ......... 387 .....48 Four-Way Hazard Flasher Gear Selector Override HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) .........389 ..........
Page 497 Integrated Trailer Brake Control ....243 Life Of Tires ........... 457 Forward Collision Warning ......130 Interior Appearance Care .......470 Light Bulbs ........... 369 Four Wheel Drive Indicator ....... 177 Interior Lights ..........56 Lights ............369 Front And Rear Axle Lock ......
Page 498 ..........448 Side Marker ..........131 ............83 ....221 Snowplow Maintenance Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ...........130 ......407 ......153 Sway Bar Maintenance Free Battery New Vehicle Break-In Period ..........130 ......... 400 Sway Bar Fault Maintenance Plan Noise Control ..........130 ....394 ..........
Page 499 Synthetic ...........409 Seats ............37 Rear Axle (Differential) ........430 Viscosity ............480 Side Steps ...........28 Rear Camera ..........224 Onboard Diagnostic System ......133 Sliding Rear Window ........81 Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails ......89 Operating Precautions ........133 Steering ............46 Rear Cross Path ..........
Page 500 ........337 ..........28 Seat Belt Extender Side Steps, Power ............278 ......338 ......... 55 Safety Seat Belt Pretensioner Signals, Turn ......367 ........331 ........281 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle Seat Belt Reminder Sirius Satellite Radio ......368 ....... 335 ........... 284 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle Untwisting Procedure Favorites...
Page 501 Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ....136 Tire Safety Information ......... 449 Torque Converter Clutch ....... 168 Steering Tires ........368 Towing ..........236 Tilt Column ..........31 Aging (Life Of Tires) ........457 Disabled Vehicle ........390 Wheel, Heated ........31 Air Pressure ..........
Page 502 ..........297 ........489 Recent Calls Warranty Information Uconnect Redial ............298 Washers, Windshield ........407 ........296 ....... 296 ..........468 Phone Call Features To Remove A Favorite Washing Vehicle ......298 Things You Should Know About Your Toggling Between Calls Water ........299 ......
Page 503 It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Ram brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference for common questions.
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