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Page 1 2021 RAM 1500 CLASSIC 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
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........................8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................13 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ............94 STARTING AND OPERATING ....................119 MULTIMEDIA ..........................165 SAFETY ............................208 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ....................263 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................286 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................347 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................356 INDEX ..............................
Page 4 INTRODUCTION DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — DOORS ..............21 Manual Door Locks........21 IF EQUIPPED ............35 Symbols Key............9 Power Door Locks — If Equipped ....22 MIRRORS ..............36 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS......9 Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry Inside Rearview Mirror ........ 36 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ..
Page 5 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ....74 EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..........45 CLIMATE CONTROLS ........... 53 Headlight Switch ......... 45 Automatic Climate Control Opening And Closing The Sunroof....75 Multifunction Lever........46 Descriptions And Functions ......53 Pinch Protect Feature........75 Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — Manual Climate Control Venting Sunroof ...........
Page 6 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS ..........87 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..116 LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL ......133 Camper Applications ........87 Onboard Diagnostic System FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ..88 (OBD II) Cybersecurity........117 5.7L ENGINES ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)....134 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal....
Page 7 MULTIMEDIA TRAILER TOWING ..........146 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....221 Common Towing Definitions .....146 Occupant Restraint Systems Features ... 221 UCONNECT SYSTEMS ........165 Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Important Safety Precautions....221 CYBERSECURITY ..........165 Trailer Weight ..........150 Seat Belt Systems ........222 UCONNECT SETTINGS........166 Trailer Towing Weights Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)...
Page 8 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM JUMP STARTING ..........276 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ........293 Preparations For Jump Start .....277 Engine Oil ..........294 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ........340 Jump Starting Procedure......278 Engine Oil Filter..........295 Treadwear ..........340 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......279 Engine Air Cleaner Filter ......295 Traction Grades .........
Page 9 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........348 WARRANTY INFORMATION......358 3.6L Engine ..........349 MOPAR PARTS........... 358 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE 5.7L Engine ..........349 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......358 FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..........356 Reformulated Gasoline ......349 In The 50 United States And Prepare For The Appointment....356 Materials Added To Fuel ......349 Washington, D.C.
Page 10: Introduction
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 11: Symbols Key
Follow this reference for additional information camper manufacturer. on a particular feature. To obtain dimensional and technical specifications for your vehicle, refer to the Body Builder’s Guide at https://www.ramtrucks.com/ ram-commercial/body-builders-guide.html. FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS pertaining to the topic.
Page 12: Symbol Glossary
SYMBOL GLOSSARY Red Warning Lights Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating Oil Pressure Warning Light precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to Ú page 110 follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol Ú...
Page 13 Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Light (MIL) Ú page 114 Ú page 111 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped Light — If Equipped Ú...
Page 14 Yellow Indicator Lights Green Indicator Lights Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped 4WD Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped With 7 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Ú page 115 Ú page 116 4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped 4WD AUTO Indicator Light —...
Page 15: Getting To Know Your Vehicle
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE KEYS The standard ignition key fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired Your vehicle is equipped with a standard position.
Page 16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE All doors can be programmed to unlock on the 1 — PANIC Button first push of the unlock button. The horn chirp 2 — Unlock Button when the lock button is pushed can be 3 — Lock Button programmed on/off within Uconnect Settings 4 —...
Page 17: Sentry Key
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the WARNING! emergency key release (1) on the front of inside of the battery clip, located on the the key fob sideways, and pulling the back cover.
Page 18: Ignition Switch
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE programmed to the vehicle can be used to start CAUTION! and operate the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a key fob obtained from another The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not vehicle. compatible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Page 19: Remote Start - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Obstructions between the vehicle and the key An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for fob may reduce this range Ú page 360. Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or  with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 20: To Exit Remote Start Mode
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pushing the remote start button a third time All of the following conditions must be met WARNING! shuts the engine off. before the engine will remote start: Do not start or run an engine in a closed ...
Page 21: Remote Start Front Defrost Activation
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — The Remote Start system will turn the engine off Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — EMOTE TART OMFORT YSTEMS with another push and release of the Remote If Equipped QUIPPED Start button on the key fob, or if the engine is In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or ...
Page 22: Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM 2. Perform one of the following methods to EMOTE TART INDSHIELD IPER lock the vehicle: — I CTIVATION QUIPPED The Vehicle Security system monitors the Push the lock button on the interior ...
Page 23: Rearming Of The System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security system is designed to ECURITY YSTEM ANUAL VERRIDE protect your vehicle. However, you can create The Vehicle Security system will not arm if you conditions where the system will give you a false lock the doors using the manual door lock.
Page 24: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I fob in the vehicle. Removing the key fob or OWER OCKS QUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) closing the door will allow the locks to operate. The power door lock switches are located on A chime will sound if the key fob is in the ignition Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or ...
Page 25 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If wearing gloves, or if it has been raining/ Frequency Operated Button Integrated Key  snowing on the Passive Entry door handle, (FOBIK-Safe) the unlock sensitivity can be affected, To minimize the possibility of unintentionally resulting in a slower response time.
Page 26: I F Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a After pushing the door handle lock button,  valid Passive Entry key fob is detected inside you must wait two seconds before you can the vehicle.
Page 27: Automatic Door Locks
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The Automatic Doors Unlock feature can be To use the system, open each rear door, use a After engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock  enabled or disabled as follows: flat blade screwdriver, and rotate the dial to the system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the locked position.
Page 28: Steering Wheel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL Press the heated steering wheel button  WARNING! once to turn the heating element on. Do not adjust the steering column while TEERING OLUMN Press the heated steering wheel button driving. Adjusting the steering column while ...
Page 29: Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick Tips
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS ASIC OICE OMMANDS The basic Voice Commands below can be given NTRODUCING OICE ECOGNITION at any point while using your Uconnect system. Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with Push the VR button. After the beep, say: these helpful quick tips.
Page 30: Get Started
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE For Uconnect system support, call TARTED 1-877-855-8400 (24 hours a day 7 days a The VR button is used to activate /deactivate week) or visit DriveUconnect.com (US) or your Voice Recognition system. DriveUconnect.ca (Canada). Helpful hints for using Voice Recognition: SEATS Reduce background noise.
Page 31: 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 32: 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 33: Heated Seats - If Equipped
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 34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater Push the heated seat button once to turn  WARNING! (Continued) will provide a boosted heat level during the first the HI setting on. four minutes of operation. Then, the heat Do not place anything on the seat or seat- ...
Page 35: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I NOTE: ENTILATED EATS QUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) The engine must be running for the ventilated Front Ventilated Seats seats to operate. Head restraints should never be adjusted  Located in the seat cushion are small fans that while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Front Head Restraint Removal Do not reposition the head restraint 180 To remove the head restraint, raise it up as far as degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt it can go. Then, push the adjustment button and to gain additional clearance to the back of the the release button at the base of each post while head.
Page 37: Driver Adjustable Pedals
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — Rear Head Restraint Removal Control system is on. If there is an attempt to adjust the pedals when the system is locked To remove the head restraint, push the IF EQUIPPED out, the following messages will appear (on adjustment button and the release button while vehicles equipped with an instrument cluster...
Page 38: Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The Automatic Dimming feature can be turned CAUTION! on or off through the touchscreen. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path.
Page 39: Illuminated Vanity Mirror
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View 3. Pivot the sun visor toward the side window. LLUMINATED ANITY IRROR Camera Display — If Equipped QUIPPED 4. Extend the sun visor for additional sun The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down, blockage.
Page 40: Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I NOTE: OWER IRRORS QUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with puddle lamps The controls for the power mirrors are located under the outside mirrors, they can be turned on the driver's door trim panel. off through the Uconnect system Ú...
Page 41: Power Folding Outside Mirrors For
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left) or R The switch for the power folding mirrors is Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors (right) button to select the mirror that you want located between the power mirror switches L You may need to reset the power folding mirrors to adjust.
Page 42: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — — I NOTE: RAILER OWING IRRORS EATED IRRORS QUIPPED Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to QUIPPED These mirrors are heated to melt frost entering an automated car wash. or ice. This feature will be activated These mirrors are designed with an adjustable A small blindspot mirror is located next to the whenever you turn on the rear window...
Page 43: Universal Garage Door Opener
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER ® To operate HomeLink®, push and release RASING  any of the programmed HomeLink® buttons. HANNELS (HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED These buttons will activate the devices they To erase the channels, follow this procedure: are programmed to with each press of the corresponding HomeLink®...
Page 44: Programming Homelink® To A Garage Door Opener
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ® T Rolling Code Devices 3. Push and hold the HomeLink® button you ROGRAMMING want to program while you push and hold ARAGE PENER To determine if your device has a rolling code, a the garage door opener transmitter button good indicator is its manufacturing date.
Page 45: Miscellaneous Device
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ® T Rolling Code Garage Door Opener Final Steps Non-Rolling Code Garage Door Opener Final ROGRAMMING Steps ISCELLANEOUS EVICE NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate rolling 1. Push and hold the programmed The procedure on how to program HomeLink®...
Page 46: Reprogramming A Single Homelink® Button
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. EPROGRAMMING INGLE ANADIAN PERATOR ® B UTTON ROGRAMMING 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the To reprogram a single HomeLink® button that For programming transmitters in Canada/ HomeLink®...
Page 47: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS NOTE: If the indicator light stays on constantly,  EADLIGHT WITCH programming is complete and the garage The headlight switch is located on the left side door/device should activate when the of the instrument panel. The headlight switch HomeLink®...
Page 48: Multifunction Lever
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the NOTE: ULTIFUNCTION EVER headlight switch clockwise from the AUTO For vehicles sold in Canada, the DRLs will The multifunction lever is located on the left  position to the first detent for parking light and automatically deactivate when the front fog side of the steering column.
Page 49: Automatic High Beam Headlamp
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — If the windshield or Automatic High Beam UTOMATIC EADLAMP UTOMATIC EADLIGHTS  Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the — I ONTROL QUIPPED QUIPPED mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control This system automatically turns the headlights performance.
Page 50: Headlights On With Wipers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EADLIGHTS IPERS This feature can be programmed through the If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic  Uconnect system Ú page 166. Headlights, it also has this customer-programmable feature. When your The headlight delay feature is automatically ...
Page 51: Turn Signals
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — The fog lights will operate only when the parking When the vehicle is stationary, these lights can ARGO IGHT IGHTS lights are on or when the vehicle headlights are also be turned on using the switch located just QUIPPED on low beam.
Page 52: Battery Saver
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights NOTE: ATTERY AVER The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until Both lights in the overhead console and rear Timers are set to both the interior and exterior the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure passenger compartment will illuminate as lights to protect the life of your vehicle’s battery.
Page 53: Illuminated Approach
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Control Party Mode LLUMINATED PPROACH The brightness of the instrument panel as well When a door is open and the interior lights are The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the as the ambient lighting can be regulated by on, rotating the dimmer control all the way left, key fob to unlock the doors or open any door.
Page 54: Windshield Wipers And Washers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The delay interval decreases as you rotate the WARNING! knob until it enters the low continual speed The windshield wiper/washer controls are position. The delay can be regulated from a Sudden loss of visibility through the located on the multifunction lever on the left maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles, windshield could lead to a collision.
Page 55: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS — I Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or ENSING IPERS QUIPPED  silicone may reduce Rain Sensing perfor- This feature senses rain or snowfall on the The Climate Control system allows you to mance.
Page 56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE A/C Button Auto Button Press and release this button on Set your desired temperature and the touchscreen, or push the button press AUTO. AUTO will achieve and on the faceplate to change the maintain your desired temperature by current setting.
Page 57: Automatic Climate Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE settings for best windshield and side window SYNC Button CAUTION! (Continued) defrosting and defogging. When toggling the front Press the SYNC button on the defrost mode button, the climate system will Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or ...
Page 58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Faceplate Panel Mode Floor Mode The blower speed increases as you turn the Air comes from the outlets in the Air comes from the floor outlets. A blower control knob clockwise from the lowest instrument panel. Each of these slight amount of air is directed blower setting.
Page 59: Descriptions And Functions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: conditions exist that could create fogging on the ANUAL LIMATE ONTROL inside of the windshield. The A/C can be ESCRIPTIONS UNCTIONS For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is  deselected manually without disturbing the in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be mode control selection.
Page 60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Defrost Button Temperature Control Panel Mode Push and release the Rear Defrost Temperature Control regulates the temperature Air comes from the outlets in the Control button to turn on the rear of the air forced through the climate system. instrument panel.
Page 61 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Mix Mode MAX A/C Button can be used when outside conditions, such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are Press and release the MAX A/C button Air is directed through the floor, present. Recirculation can be used in all modes. on the touchscreen to change the defrost, and side window demister Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the...
Page 62 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Defrost Button Temperature Control NOTE: The SYNC button is only available on the touch- Press and release the Rear Defrost These buttons provide the driver and passenger screen. button on the touchscreen, or push with independent temperature control.
Page 63: Automatic Temperature Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Mode Control NOTE: UTOMATIC EMPERATURE ONTROL Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi- (ATC) — I Select Mode by pressing one of the QUIPPED tions to provide cooler air out of the panel Mode buttons on the touchscreen, or Automatic Operation outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 64: Climate Voice Recognition
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The temperature can be displayed in US or Did you know: Voice Command for Climate may Vacation/Storage  Metric units by selecting the US/Metric only be used to adjust the interior temperature For information on maintaining the Climate customer-programmable feature within of your vehicle.
Page 65 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped Operating Tips Chart CONTROL WEATHER The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating SETTINGS CONTROL WEATHER element located at the base of the windshield. SETTINGS Operate in It operates automatically once the following Cool Sunny (Bi-Level Mode) Set the mode control...
Page 66: Interior Storage And Equipment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: Some vehicles may be equipped with an upper storage area that is completely open and does TORAGE not have a cover. Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the WARNING! passenger side of the instrument panel and Do not operate this vehicle with a glove...
Page 67 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB power outlet that can be used to power small electrical devices. Lower Storage Bin Front Storage Bin With Door (If Equipped) Seatback Storage WARNING!
Page 68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped If Equipped Quad Cab and Crew Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat may be equipped with a folding load In-floor storage bins are located in front of the floor.
Page 69 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Unfolding The Load Floor (Quad Cab) 3. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Unfolding The Load Floor (Crew Cab) 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.
Page 70: Usb/Mp3 Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE USB/MP3 C Positioning The Load Floor For Storage Access 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor ONTROL Under The Seat back in the secured down position before Located inside the center console upper lid, this you operate the vehicle.
Page 71: Electrical Power Outlets
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Center console when equipped with bucket LECTRICAL OWER UTLETS  CAUTION! (Continued) seats. The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets Power outlets are designed for accessory  can provide power for in-cab accessories plugs only. Do not insert any other object in designed for use with the standard “cigar the power outlets as this will damage the lighter”...
Page 72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is turned off, be sure to CAUTION! unplug any equipment as to not drain the battery of the vehicle. All accessories connected Many accessories that can be plugged in  draw power from the vehicle's battery, even to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 73: Power Inverter - If Equipped
For further information on using the auxiliary switches, please refer to the Ram Body Power Inverter Outlet Builder’s Guide by accessing www.rambodybuilder.com and choosing the...
Page 74: Windows
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS NOTE: To stop the window from going all the way down The power window switches will remain active during the Auto-Down operation, pull up or push — I for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed down on the switch briefly.
Page 75: Reset Auto-Up
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — INDOW OCKOUT WITCH OWER LIDING INDOW WARNING! ODELS QUIPPED There is no anti-pinch protection when the The window lockout switch on the driver's door The switch for the power sliding rear window is window is almost closed. To avoid personal trim panel allows you to disable the window located on the overhead console.
Page 76: Manual Sliding Rear Window
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED — ANUAL LIDING INDOW WARNING! QUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located on the Never leave children unattended in a  A locking device in the center of the window overhead console between the courtesy/ vehicle, or with access to an unlocked reading lights.
Page 77: Opening And Closing The Sunroof
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE PENING LOSING UNROOF INCH ROTECT EATURE UNSHADE PERATION Express Open/Close This feature will detect an obstruction in the The sunshade can be opened manually. closing of the sunroof during the Express Close However, the sunshade will open automatically Push the switch rearward and release it within operation.
Page 78: Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HOOD CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at To open the hood, two latches must be the front center of the hood to ensure that released.
Page 79: Tailgate Removal
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE AILGATE EMOVAL WARNING! NOTE: To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is Removing the tailgate will disable the rearview deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles camera function. equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging To remove the tailgate, follow the instructions camper compartment and be free of leaks.
Page 80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the connector bracket from the sill 4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket 5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the by pushing inward on the locking tab. (provided in the glove compartment) to the glove compartment) to the tailgate wiring chassis wiring harness and insert the harness to ensure that the terminals do not...
Page 81: Pickup Box
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE PICKUP BOX 6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket You can carry wide building materials (sheets of against the forward-facing surface of the plywood, etc.) by building a raised load floor. The pickup box has many features designed for tailgate.
Page 82: Bed Rail Tie-Down System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There are four tie-down cleats bolted to the WARNING! (Continued) lower sides of the pickup box that can sustain loads up to 1000 lbs (450 kg) total. If you wish to carry more than 600 lbs ...
Page 83 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To move the cleat to any position on the rail, Cleat Removal (Standard Box Rail) turn the nut counterclockwise, approximately To remove the cleats from the utility rail, slide three turns. Then pull out on the cleat and slide the cleat forward to access the cut out at the it to the detent nearest the desired location.
Page 84: Rambox - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The RamBox system is an integrated pickup box Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and  storage and cargo management system latched before moving or driving the consisting of up to three features: vehicle.
Page 85: Rambox Cargo Storage Bins
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open a storage bin with the RamBox The interior of the RamBox will automatically ARGO TORAGE unlocked, push and release the button located illuminate when the lid is opened. In addition to Cargo storage bins are located on both sides of on the lid.
Page 86: Rambox Safety Warning
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) Do not allow children to have access to the  storage bins. Once in the storage bin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
Page 87 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To install the bed extender into a divider 5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel position, perform the following: into place. 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked Extender Position using the vehicle key and rotate the center The extender position allows you to load the bed handle vertically to release the extender of the truck beyond the tailgate.
Page 88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To install the bed extender into the extender 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal WARNING! (Continued) position, perform the following: position to secure into place. Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie  1.
Page 89: Slide-In Campers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Storage Position WARNING! The storage position for the bed extender is at To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is the front of the truck bed which maximizes the deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles bed cargo area when not in use. equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers”...
Page 90: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: If clamp wire is damaged replace immediately. The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover can be installed on 2. Pull both clamp handles down to release the truck bed to protect your gear and cargo. the Tonneau Cover’s rear panel.
Page 91 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Fold the rear panel up onto the center panel 5. Fold the rear and center panels up onto the (intermediate position). front panel (Tri-Folded position). NOTE: When folding the center and rear panels,  the sections MUST be held together to avoid damage to the cover material.
Page 92: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 8. From the Released Position, send the ONNEAU OVER clamps to the Stowed Position by pushing NSTALLATION from the yellow bumper up. Listen for a To install the Tonneau Cover, use the following “clicking” sound to confirm the clamp has steps: been properly stowed.
Page 93 3. Push clamp wires up and under the flange 5. Disengage the stowage straps. of the box (or flange of the Ram Box rail, if 6. Unfold the center and rear panels to the equipped) to the semi clamped position.
Page 94 7. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover. 9. Push clamp wires up and under the flange When folding the center and rear panels, the of box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if sections MUST be held together to avoid equipped) to the semi clamped position.
Page 95: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 10. Push clamp handles upward to the clamped NOTE: position to properly engage the clamps. Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not partially clamped to the truck bed flange. CAUTION! It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the vehicle.
Page 96: Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Clusters...
Page 97: Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Speedometer NSTRUMENT LUSTER CAUTION! ESCRIPTIONS Indicates vehicle speed.  Driving with a hot engine cooling system 4. Temperature Gauge 1. Tachometer could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and Indicates the engine speed in revolutions The temperature gauge shows engine ...
Page 98: Premium Instrument Cluster
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Premium Instrument Clusters...
Page 99: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Oil Pressure Gauge REMIUM NSTRUMENT LUSTER WARNING! ESCRIPTIONS The pointer should always indicate some  A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. oil pressure when the engine is running. 1. Tachometer You or others could be badly burned by steam A continuous high or low reading under or boiling coolant.
Page 100: 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 101 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Up Arrow Button   Audio  Push and release the up arrow button to scroll upward through the main menu items, Trailer Tow  submenu screen, and vehicle settings. Stored Messages ...
Page 102: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ESET 3. Push and release the right arrow button 4. Push and hold the right arrow button to to access the ”Vehicle Info” screen, then select “YES” by pushing the right arrow Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil scroll up or down to select “Oil Life.”...
Page 103 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Trailer Tow Push and release the up or down arrow Push and release the up or down arrow Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Vehicle Info menu item is button until the Fuel Economy menu item is button until the Trailer Tow menu item is highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
Page 104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stored Messages Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Upper Right Upper Left None Push and release the up or down arrow  button until the Messages Menu item is None  Compass  highlighted. This feature shows the number of Compass ...
Page 105 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lower Left Upper and Lower Gauge Settings — If Equipped None None Personal Settings allows the driver to set and   recall features when the transmission is in Compass Trans Temp   PARK (P).
Page 106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Setting Names Submenus (Right Submenu Layer) (Left Submenu Layer) English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch, Portuguese, Arabic Language Select Language (If Equipped) Units Units US.; Metric Notification — Sound Only; Sound & Display ...
Page 107 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Setting Names Submenus (Right Submenu Layer) (Left Submenu Layer) Sound Horn with Remote Horn w/ Remote Lock Off; 1st Press; 2nd Press Lock Remote Unlock Sequence Remote Unlock Driver Door; All Doors Key Fob Linked to Memory Key in Memory On;...
Page 108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Setting Names Submenus (Right Submenu Layer) (Left Submenu Layer) Trailer # (# is equal to slot position)  Boat   Cargo  Dump  Equipment  Flatbed  Trailer Name Trailer Name Gooseneck ...
Page 109: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Names Abbreviated Setting Names Submenus (Right Submenu Layer) (Left Submenu Layer) Compass Variance Compass Var 1-15 increments of 1 Calibrate Compass Compass Cal Cancel; Calibrate Fuel Saver Display Fuel Saver On; Off Park Assist Front Chime Park Assist Front Chime On;...
Page 110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The electrical loads that may be switched off (if Installing options like additional lights, What to do when an electrical load reduction  upfitter electrical accessories, audio equipped), and vehicle functions which can be action message is present (“Battery Saver On”...
Page 111: Warning Lights And Messages
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on If the light remains on when the parking brake continuously and a chime will sound has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in Ú...
Page 112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is sound for four minutes or until the engine is The light may flash momentarily during sharp detected. If the light does not illuminate, have able to cool, whichever comes first.
Page 113: Yellow Warning Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is vehicle may require towing. The light will come Door Open Warning Light corrected. This light does not indicate how on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or This indicator will illuminate when a much oil is in the engine.
Page 114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the bulb does not come on when turning the The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indi-  CAUTION! cator Light come on momentarily each time ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Page 115 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Low Coolant Level Warning Light underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat CAUTION! and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also This telltale will turn on to indicate the Do not continue driving with one or more flat reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and vehicle coolant level is low may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping...
Page 116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL from functioning properly. Always check the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Transmission Temperature Warning Light TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or Light This light indicates that the more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure transmission fluid temperature is This warning light monitors the ABS.
Page 117: Yellow Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4WD Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped ELLOW NDICATOR IGHTS This light alerts the driver that the This light alerts the driver that the Low Fuel Indicator Light vehicle is in the four-wheel drive LOCK 4WD power transfer case is in the When the fuel level reaches...
Page 118: White Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — NDICATOR IGHTS If Equipped A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is High Beam Indicator Light  This indicator light will illuminate driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either This indicator light will illuminate to when the Stop/Start function is in turn signal on.
Page 119: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii) Cybersecurity
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND If any of these systems require service, the OBD NBOARD IAGNOSTIC YSTEM II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator (OBD II) C YBERSECURITY MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a and other information to assist your service In some localities, it may be a legal requirement...
Page 120 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 121: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a transmission  Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, Do not leave the key fob in or near the  shift interlocking system. The brake pedal adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil- must be pressed to shift out of PARK.
Page 122 STARTING AND OPERATING The conditions under which AutoPark will If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits engage are outlined on the following pages. off the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark. the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle may AutoPark.
Page 123: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 4WD LOW — If Equipped NGINE AILS TART In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be AutoPark will be disabled when operating the If the engine fails to start after you have displayed in the instrument cluster, causing the vehicle in 4WD LOW.
Page 124: Cold Weather Operation (Below -22°F Or −30°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING EATHER PERATION WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) –22°F O −30°C) ELOW Remember to disconnect the engine block If the vehicle has a discharged battery,  To ensure reliable starting at these booster cables may be used to obtain a heater cord before driving.
Page 125: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the CAUTION! front wheels toward the curb on a downhill Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight grade and away from the curb on an uphill Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may grade.
Page 126: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Do not leave the key fob in or near the Unintended movement of a vehicle could NOTE:   vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil- injure those in or near the vehicle. As with You must press and hold the brake pedal while dren, and do not leave a vehicle equipped all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle...
Page 127: Key Ignition Park Interlock - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the Damage to the transmission may occur if the key fob in the ignition to warn you that this Your vehicle could move and injure you and ...
Page 128: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission electronics are IGHT PEED UTOMATIC self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on RANSMISSION a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is The transmission is controlled using a rotary a normal condition, and precision shifts will electronic gear selector located on the develop within a few hundred miles instrument panel.
Page 129 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a level surface, you may shift WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) the transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking brake. Your vehicle could move and injure you and Unintended movement of a vehicle could ...
Page 130 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) ensure that you have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK position: Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off Do not leave the key fob in or near the ...
Page 131 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) Transmission Limp Home Mode 1. Stop the vehicle. This range should be used for most city and Transmission function is monitored 2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if highway driving. It provides the smoothest electronically for abnormal conditions. If a possible.
Page 132 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, allows the driver to limit the highest available carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent gear when the transmission is in DRIVE.
Page 133: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Wheel Drive Low Range (4WD LOW) —  WARNING! This range provides low speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque (increased torque Do not use the TOW/HAUL feature when over 4WD HIGH) to the front driveshaft; driving in icy or slippery conditions. The allowing front and rear wheels to rotate at the increased engine braking can cause the rear same speed.
Page 134 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) Before retrying a selection, make certain that all The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights the necessary requirements for selecting a new The transmission may not engage PARK if the ...
Page 135: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the If all the requirements to select a new The limited-slip differential is especially helpful  engine speed is approximately three times that of transfer case position have been met, the during slippery driving conditions.
Page 136: Fuel Saver Technology - 5.7L Engines Only (If Equipped)
STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — 5.7L ENGINES CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM If the steering icon is displayed and the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with the Cruise Control displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this system for cruising at a constant preset speed.
Page 137 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! In order to ensure proper operation, the Cruise To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed Control system has been designed to shut down Leaving the Cruise Control system on when When the Cruise Control is set, you can increase if multiple Cruise Control functions are operated not in use is dangerous.
Page 138: Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST To Accelerate For Passing To Resume Speed Press the accelerator as you would normally. To resume a previously set speed, push the SYSTEM When the pedal is released, the vehicle will RES (+) button and release. Resume can be The ParkSense Park Assist system provides return to the set speed.
Page 139: Parksense Sensors
STARTING AND OPERATING ENSE ENSORS ENSE ARNING ISPLAY ENSE ISPLAY The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear The ParkSense Warning screen will only be The warning display will turn on indicating the fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the displayed if Sound and Display is selected from system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE vehicle that is within the sensors’...
Page 140 STARTING AND OPERATING Front/Rear ParkSense Arcs 1 — Single 1/2 Second Tone 6 — Fast Tone 2 — Slow Tone 7 — Fast Tone 3 — Fast Tone 8 — Slow Tone 4 — Continuous Tone 9 — Slow Tone 5 —...
Page 141 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following charts show the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS FOR REAR Less than Greater than Rear Distance...
Page 142: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: moved to REVERSE and the system has ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, if Arc alerts from the enabled ParkSense system, detected a faulted condition, the instrument on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. will interrupt the five second messages, and the cluster display will display a "WIPE OFF"...
Page 143: Cleaning The Parksense System
STARTING AND OPERATING When you move the gear selector to the Use the ParkSense switch to turn the Park- LEANING ENSE YSTEM   REVERSE position and Front or Rear Park- Sense system off if obstacles such as bicycle Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car Sense is turned off, the instrument cluster carriers, trailer hitches, etc.
Page 144: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera
STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Activation Of The Rear View WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Camera: Before using ParkSense, it is strongly The vehicle must be driven slowly when   recommended that the ball mount and using ParkSense in order to be able to stop 1.
Page 145 STARTING AND OPERATING Whenever the Rear View Camera image is The following table shows the approximate CAUTION! activated through the "Backup Camera" button distances for each zone: in the "Controls" menu, a display timer for the To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should ...
Page 146: Refueling The Vehicle
STARTING AND OPERATING REFUELING THE VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the  The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind the Never have any smoking materials lit in or  fuel tank is full. fuel filler door, on the left side of the vehicle.
Page 147: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING OOSE ILLER ESSAGE AYLOAD If the vehicle diagnostic system The payload of a vehicle is defined as the This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire determines that the fuel filler cap is allowable load weight a truck can carry, size listed.
Page 148: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty CAUTION! commercial scale to ensure that the GVWR has coverage, follow the requirements and not been exceeded. The weight on the front and Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the recommendations in this manual concerning rear of the vehicle should then be determined...
Page 149 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your The TW is the downward force exerted on the weight of all cargo, consumables and vehicle and trailer when weighed in hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 150 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch WARNING! A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer An improperly adjusted weight distributing  tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located hitch system may reduce handling, stability at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of and braking performance and could result the vehicle.
Page 151 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the Measurement Example Height weight distribution bars connected. Example (mm) 1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the trailer (do not connect the trailer). 4.
Page 152: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING RAILER ITCH YPE AND AXIMUM RAILER EIGHT The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight a given factory equipped trailer hitch type can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight Hitch Type Max.
Page 153: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing RAILER OWING EIGHTS AXIMUM CAUTION! the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: RAILER EIGHT ATINGS Do not tow a trailer at all during the first  The tongue weight of the trailer. ...
Page 154 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Tires WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a  Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow Vehicles with trailers should not be parked  compact spare tire. these guidelines to make your trailer towing on a grade.
Page 155 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake  If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs system or vacuum system of your vehicle (453 kg) loaded, it should have its own with that of the trailer. This could cause inad- brakes and they should be of adequate equate braking and possible personal injury.
Page 156 STARTING AND OPERATING GAIN If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the 4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake “Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light”...
Page 157 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 *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs Load (4,536 kg)
Page 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin wiring harness.
Page 159: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING Tow/Haul Mode OWING WARNING! To reduce potential for automatic transmission Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment overheating, activate TOW/HAUL mode when stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area should not be added to the front end of your driving in hilly areas, or select a lower gear located away from heavy traffic.
Page 160: 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 Transmission in PARK  Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Transfer case in N (Neutral) ...
Page 161: Recreational Towing Four -Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) fob. DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft   6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed with only one set of wheels on the ground because fluid will leak from the transfer for towing, to secure the front wheels in the (front or rear) will cause severe transmis-...
Page 162 STARTING AND OPERATING N (Neutral) is complete. After the shift is 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a CAUTION! completed and the N (Neutral) light stays suitable tow bar. It is necessary to follow these steps to be on, release the N (Neutral) button.
Page 163 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of N (Neutral) With electronically shifted transfer case 10. Release the parking brake.  with push-button selector switch, push Use the following procedure to prepare your 11. Shift the transmission into gear, release the and hold the switch for the desired vehicle for normal usage: brake pedal, and check that the vehicle transfer case position, until the N...
Page 164: Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING TIPS Shallow Standing Water RIVING HROUGH ATER Although your vehicle is capable of driving Driving through water more than a few inches/ RIVING LIPPERY URFACES through shallow standing water, consider the centimeters deep will require extra caution to following Warnings and Cautions before doing so.
Page 165: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING RIVING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Care should be taken when attempting to climb Always check the depth of the standing Driving through standing water may cause   steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or water before driving through it. Never drive damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo- slope.
Page 166 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 167: Multimedia
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS evaluates and takes appropriate steps as WARNING! (Continued) needed. Similar to a computer or other devices, For detailed information about your Uconnect your vehicle may require software updates to ONLY insert media (e.g., USB or CD) into ...
Page 168: Uconnect Settings
MULTIMEDIA Only connect and use trusted media Your Uconnect system may also have Screen For the Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display and the  devices (e.g. personal mobile phones, Off and Mute buttons on the faceplate. Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4-inch Display USBs, CDs).
Page 169 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. The Language available languages are English, Français, and Español.
Page 170 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 171 MULTIMEDIA Voice When the Voice button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s Voice Recognition feature. Setting Name Description This setting will change the response length for the Voice Recognition system. The “Brief” setting provides a shortened audio description from Voice Response Length the system.
Page 172 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will allow you to set the hours. Sync Time With GPS must be Set Time Hours off for this setting to be available. The “+” setting will increase the hours. The “-” setting will decrease the hours. This setting will allow you to set the minutes.
Page 173 MULTIMEDIA Safety/Driving Assistance When the Safety/Driving Assistance button is selected on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s safety settings. These options will differ depending on the features equipped on the vehicle. The settings may display in list form or within subfolders on the screen. To access a subfolder, select the desired folder;...
Page 174 MULTIMEDIA Mirrors & Wipers When the Mirrors & Wipers button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s mirrors and wipers. Setting Name Description This setting will tilt the outside side-view mirrors when the ignition is in the ON/ RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position.
Page 175 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Headlights with Wipers This setting will turn the headlights on when the wipers are activated. Daytime Running Lights This setting will allow you to turn the Daytime Running Lights on or off. This setting will allow you to turn the flashing of the lights when the Lock Flash Lights With Lock button is pushed on the key fob on or off.
Page 176 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 177 MULTIMEDIA Key Off Options/Engine Off Options When the Key Off Options/Engine Off Options button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to vehicle shutoff. These settings will only activate when the ignition is set to OFF. Setting Name Description Easy Exit Seat...
Page 178 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will display suspension messages in the Instrument Cluster Display Suspension Messages Display. The “All” setting will display all available messages. The “Warnings Only” setting will only display warning messages. This setting will automatically adjust the vehicle ride height depending on Aero Mode the vehicle speed.
Page 179 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”, and “Trailer 4”. These Trailer Select trailer designations can be used to save different trailer settings. This setting will set the system to a specific trailer type.
Page 180 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will tune the audio levels from a device connected through AUX Volume Offset the AUX port. The available settings are “+” and “-”. This setting will automatically begin playing audio from a connected Auto Play device.
Page 181 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 182: Uconnect Introduction
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT INTRODUCTION NOTE: 1 — Radio Button Uconnect screen images are for illustration 2 — Media Button purposes only and may not reflect exact soft- YSTEM VERVIEW 3 — Phone Button ware for your vehicle. 4 — Volume & On/Off Button 5 —...
Page 183 MULTIMEDIA Feature Description Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to turn the screen on or off. Push the Mute button on the faceplate to turn the audio of the radio system off. Push it again to turn the audio back on. Rotate the rotary knob to adjust the volume.
Page 184: 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 185: Uconnect Modes
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT MODES Pushing the center button will make the radio play. Double pressing the bottom button switch switch between the various modes available will skip to the previous track if it is after eight TEERING HEEL UDIO ONTROLS (AM/FM/SXM or Media, etc.). seconds into the current track.
Page 186 MULTIMEDIA The radio is equipped with the following modes: Mute Button Fast Seek Up and Fast Seek Down Push the Mute button to mute or unmute the  Press and hold, and then release the Seek system. or Seek Down button to advance the ...
Page 187 MULTIMEDIA Undo SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Mode — bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM® at 866-635-2349 to cancel. See If Equipped You can backspace an entry by pressing the SiriusXM® Customer Agreement for complete Back button on the touchscreen. terms at www.siriusxm.com (US) or www.siriusxm.ca (Canada).
Page 188 MULTIMEDIA No Subscription The SiriusXM® Channel Number is displayed  1 — Browse in the center. Radios equipped with a Satellite receiver 2 — Radio Bands require a subscription to the SiriusXM® Service. The Program Information is displayed at the 3 —...
Page 189 MULTIMEDIA Press the Pause/Play button on the touchscreen to pause the playing of live or Play/Pause rewound content at any time. Play can be resumed by pressing the Pause/Play button again on the touchscreen. Press the Rewind button on the touchscreen to rewind the content in steps of five seconds.
Page 190 MULTIMEDIA Favorites Favorite Song: While the song is playing, to set Genre List Press the Genre button on the  touchscreen to display a list of Genres. You a favorite song, press the Favorites button on Press the Favorites button on the touchscreen the touchscreen and then the Favorite Song can select any desired Genre by pressing the to activate the favorites menu, which will time...
Page 191 MULTIMEDIA Alert Settings On-Air Remove Selection/Trash Can Icon Press the Alert Settings tab at the top of the Press the On-Air tab at the top of the screen. The Press the Remove Selection tab at the top of the Favorites screen. The Alert Settings menu On-Air list provides a list of Channels currently screen.
Page 192 MULTIMEDIA Tune Start The Presets are available for all Radio Modes, Audio Settings and are activated by pressing any of the Preset Tune Start begins playing the current song from Press the Audio button within the settings main buttons, located at the top of the screen. the beginning when you tune to a music menu to activate the Audio Settings screen.
Page 193 MULTIMEDIA Audio Setting Description Press the Balance/Fade button on the touchscreen to balance audio between the front speakers or fade the audio between the rear and front Balance/Fade speakers. Press the Front, Rear, Left or Right buttons or press and drag the red Speaker icon to adjust the Balance/Fade.
Page 194: Media Mode
MULTIMEDIA Media Mode is entered by pushing the MEDIA Types of Media Modes EDIA button located on the faceplate. Operating Media Mode USB Mode Audio Source Selection Overview Once in Media Mode, press the Source or USB Mode is entered by either inserting a USB Source Select button on the touchscreen and device into the USB port, or by pushing the the desired mode button on the touchscreen.
Page 195 MULTIMEDIA On the Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display, push the Controlling The Auxiliary Device In Bluetooth® Mode, press and release the Media button located on the faceplate. Once in Seek Up button on the touchscreen for the next The control of the Auxiliary device (e.g., Media Mode, press the Source button on the selection on the Bluetooth®...
Page 196 MULTIMEDIA On the Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display, rotate the Shuffle In Bluetooth® Mode, if the Bluetooth® device Browse button on the touchscreen to scroll supports this feature, press the Tracks button In USB Mode, press the Shuffle button on the through and select a desired track on the device.
Page 197: Phone Mode
MULTIMEDIA Did You Know: Press the Browse button on the Viewing call logs on screen (“Show Incoming Your mobile phone’s audio is transmitted  touchscreen to see all of the music on your USB Calls,” “Show Outgoing Calls,” “Show Missed through your vehicle’s audio system;...
Page 198 MULTIMEDIA The Phone feature is driven through your The button on your steering wheel is also used For certain operations, compound  commands can be used. For example, Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. to access the Voice Commands for the Uconnect features Bluetooth®...
Page 199 MULTIMEDIA Natural Speech Help Command To begin using your Uconnect Phone, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth®-enabled Your Uconnect Phone Voice system uses a If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you mobile phone. Mobile phone pairing is the want to know your options at any prompt, say Natural Language Voice Recognition (VR) process of establishing a wireless connection...
Page 200 MULTIMEDIA Follow the steps below to pair your phone: 4. Search for available devices on your 6. Uconnect Phone will display an in-progress Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phone. screen while the system is connecting. 1. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN Press the Settings button on your mobile position.
Page 201 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Disconnecting or Deleting A Phone Or Audio For phones which are not made a favorite, the Audio Device After Pairing Device phone priority is determined by the order in Uconnect Phone will automatically connect to which it was paired.
Page 202 MULTIMEDIA 3. Press the Settings button located to the Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook Depending on the maximum number of entries  downloaded, there may be a short delay right of the device name for a different Transfer From Mobile Phone) — If Equipped phone or audio device than the currently before the latest downloaded names can be If supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone...
Page 203 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Listed below are the phone options with If the Favorites list is full, you will be asked to Uconnect: remove an existing favorite. Redial  To Remove A Favorite — If Equipped Dial by pressing in the number ...
Page 204 MULTIMEDIA Key Pad Number Entry Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Currently In Progress Call Currently In Progress 1. Press the Phone button. When you receive a call on your mobile phone, If a call is currently in progress and you have 2.
Page 205 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 206 MULTIMEDIA Redial Things You Should Know About Uconnect WARNING! Phone Push the VR button and after the “Listening” ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the prompt and the following beep, say “Redial.” Voice Command wheel. You have full responsibility and The Uconnect Phone will call the last number assume all risks related to the use of the For the best performance:...
Page 207 MULTIMEDIA Audio Performance Phone Voice Commands Did You Know: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say Audio quality is maximized under: Making and answering hands-free phone calls “Call”, then pronounce the name exactly as it is easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook Low-To-Medium Blower Setting ...
Page 208 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Siri® Eyes Free — If Equipped PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY Only use the numbering listed in the provided When used with your Apple® iPhone® RESPONSES table. Otherwise, the system will not transpose connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth®, Siri Stuck in the message.
Page 209: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
MULTIMEDIA Bluetooth® Communication Link “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it is The internal wireless radio operates within recommended that the radio volume be turned guidelines found in radio frequency safety Mobile phones may lose connection to the down or off during mobile phone operation standards and recommendations, which reflect Uconnect Phone.
Page 210: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES You also may experience the following normal WARNING! (Continued) characteristics when the ABS activates: (ABS) RAKE YSTEM Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will  ABS motor noise or clicking sounds (you may  diminish their effectiveness and may lead continue to hear for a short time after the stop) The ABS provides increased vehicle stability to a collision.
Page 211: Electronic Brake Control (Ebc) System
SAFETY Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Control System (TCS). These systems work complements the Anti-Lock Brake System together to enhance both vehicle stability and (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results Light control in various driving conditions. in the best BAS assistance. To receive the The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when benefit of the system, you must apply Your vehicle may also be equipped with Hill...
Page 212 SAFETY Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more  WARNING! than appropriate for the steering wheel position. The EBD function manages the distribution of the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road braking torque between the front and rear axles Understeer —...
Page 213 SAFETY ESC Operating Modes WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Depending upon model and mode of operation, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly   the ESC system may have multiple operating prevent the natural laws of physics from maintain your vehicle, may change the modes.
Page 214 SAFETY NOTE: Full Off — If Equipped WARNING! For vehicles with multiple partial ESC modes, This mode is intended for off-highway or the push and release of the button will toggle In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine  off-road use only and should not be used on any torque reduction and stability features are the ESC modes.
Page 215 SAFETY ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light NOTE: HDC Has Three States: And ESC OFF Indicator Light The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not  The ESC Activation/Malfunction Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come activate).
Page 216 SAFETY Activating HDC 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h) Vehicle is on a downhill grade of insufficient   magnitude, is on level ground, or is on an Once HDC is enabled it will activate 8th = 5.0 mph (8 km/h) ...
Page 217 SAFETY Feedback To The Driver The following conditions must be met in order WARNING! for HSA to activate: The instrument cluster has an HDC icon and the HDC is only intended to assist the driver in HDC switch has an LED icon, which offers The feature must be enabled.
Page 218 SAFETY Disabling And Enabling HSA WARNING! WARNING! This feature can be turned on or turned off. To There may be situations where the Hill Start If you use a trailer brake controller with your  change the current setting, proceed as follows: trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling If disabling HSA using your instrument cluster...
Page 219: Auxiliary Driving Systems
SAFETY AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/ low-pressure warning limit for any reason, Malfunction Indicator Light will flash, the engine including low temperature effects and natural power may be reduced and you may feel the RESSURE ONITORING YSTEM pressure loss through the tire.
Page 220 SAFETY For example, your vehicle may have a The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire  CAUTION! (Continued) maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsi- recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). If bility to maintain correct tire pressure using Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause ...
Page 221 SAFETY The TPMS consists of the following Service TPMS Warning components: If a system fault is detected, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and Receiver module  then remain on solid. The system fault will also Four Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...
Page 222 SAFETY If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will A system fault may occur due to an incorrect Vehicles With Non-Matching Full Size Spare Or repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If TPMS sensor location condition. When a system Compact Spare the system fault no longer exists, the TPMS fault occurs due to an incorrect TPMS sensor...
Page 223: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes Here are some simple steps you can take to  above 15 mph (24 km/h), the TPMS Warning minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: Some of the most important safety features in Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and 1.
Page 224: Seat Belt Systems
SAFETY 7. The driver and front passenger seats should Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System WARNING! (Continued) be moved back as far as practical to allow (BeltAlert) the front air bags room to inflate. Never install a rear-facing child restraint in ...
Page 225 SAFETY BeltAlert Warning Sequence The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only not active when the outboard front passenger during very sudden stops or collisions. This The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be triggered feature allows the shoulder part of the seat belt when the vehicle is moving above a specified when an animal or other items are placed on...
Page 226 SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) A lap belt worn too high can increase the Do not allow people to ride in any area of A seat belt that is worn under your arm is    risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt your vehicle that is not equipped with seats dangerous.
Page 227 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit you hear a “click.” back and adjust the seat. 2.
Page 228 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure WARNING! Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could  lap/shoulder belt. make your injuries in a collision much 1. Position the latch plate as close as worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or possible to the anchor point.
Page 229 SAFETY First Row Center Seat Belt Operating 5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow Instructions (Regular Cab Only) the seat belt to go around your lap. The first row center seat belt (Regular Cab only) features a seat belt with a mini-latch plate and 6.
Page 230 SAFETY 10. To disengage the mini-latch plate from the Seat Belt Extender WARNING! mini-buckle for storage, insert the regular If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, latch plate into the center red slot on the If the mini-latch plate and mini-buckle are ...
Page 231 SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Pretensioner Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) — If Equipped The front outboard seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to The seat belts in the passenger seating remove slack from the seat belt in the event of positions may be equipped with a Switchable a collision.
Page 232 SAFETY In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a seating position 2.
Page 233: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY The air bag system must be ready to protect you Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and Failure to replace the seat belt assembly ...
Page 234 SAFETY The ORC also includes diagnostics that will WARNING! illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your affect the air bag system. The diagnostics also instrument panel could mean you won’t have record the nature of the malfunction.
Page 235 SAFETY The first stage inflator is triggered immediately WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) during an impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy output is used in less Never place a rear-facing child restraint in Relying on the air bags alone could lead to ...
Page 236 SAFETY Seat belts are necessary for your protection in WARNING! all collisions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, away from an inflating air bag. Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee  impact bolsters in any way. When the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) detects a collision requiring the front air bags, it Do not mount any accessories to the knee...
Page 237 SAFETY Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side Side Impacts (SABICs) windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in edge of the headliner out of the way and covers This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental certain side impacts.
Page 238 SAFETY Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt Rollover Events WARNING! restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners are time than it takes to blink your eyes. Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not ...
Page 239 SAFETY Air Bag System Components If A Deployment Occurs As the air bags deflate, you may see some  smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal The front air bags are designed to deflate NOTE: by-product of the process that generates the immediately after deployment.
Page 240 SAFETY NOTE: 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 Air bag covers may not be obvious in the inte- ...
Page 241 SAFETY Maintaining Your Air Bag System Event Data Recorder (EDR) WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with an event data WARNING! Do not attempt to modify any part of your  recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is air bag system.
Page 242: Child Restraints
SAFETY These data can help provide a better There are different sizes and types of restraints HILD ESTRAINTS understanding of the circumstances in which for children from newborn size to the child Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up crashes and injuries occur.
Page 243 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 244 SAFETY Children should remain in a forward-facing child WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) seat with a harness for as long as possible, up Never place a rear-facing child restraint in to the highest weight or height allowed by the  front of an air bag. A deploying passenger child seat.
Page 245 SAFETY Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was WARNING! (Continued) “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster Children who are large enough to wear the seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/ After a child restraint is installed in the ...
Page 246 SAFETY Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Combined Weight of LATCH – Lower Restraint Type the Child + Child LATCH – Lower Seat Belt + Top Seat Belt Only Anchors + Top Restraint Anchors Only Tether Anchor...
Page 247 SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint LATCH Positions For Installing Child anchorage system called LATCH, which stands (LATCH) Restraint System Restraints In This Vehicle for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.
Page 248 SAFETY Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Quad Cab LATCH Positions Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) Seating Position)
Page 249 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt of the child restraint) for using the LATCH 65 lbs (29.5 kg) and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system...
Page 250 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. If the center position does Can two child restraints be attached using a not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, common lower LATCH anchorage? use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
Page 251 SAFETY Center Seat LATCH Regular Cab, Quad Cab Or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available WARNING! Do not install a child restraint in the center  position using the LATCH system. This posi- tion is not approved for installing child seats Regular Cab Tether Anchorages (Behind Covers) Crew Or Quad Cab Center Tether Anchorage With Head using the LATCH attachments.
Page 252 SAFETY Crew Cab Split Bench Rear Seat: Center LATCH To Install a LATCH-Compatible Child 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the Anchorages Available child restraint to the lower anchorages in Restraint the selected seating position. If a child restraint installed in the center If the selected seating position has a position blocks the seat belt webbing or buckle Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Page 253 SAFETY How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR Installing Child Restraints Using The WARNING! (ALR) Seat Belt: Vehicle Seat Belt Improper installation of a child restraint to  When using the LATCH attaching system to Child restraint systems are designed to be the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of install a child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap...
Page 254 SAFETY The seat belts in the passenger seating positions Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Child Restraints In This Vehicle 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 255 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child using the seat belt to install a restraint) for using the Tether Weight limit of the Child Restraint forward facing child restraint, up to Anchor with the seat belt to attach...
Page 256 SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A For Regular Cab Models 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Place the child seat in the center of the restraint while you push the child restraint (ALR): seating position.
Page 257 SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so from the retractor to pass it through the belt check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if Latch Plate (CINCH) —...
Page 258 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Regular Cab Trucks: 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchorage and the Tether Anchorage In the regular cab truck, the top tether child seat. The tether strap should go anchorages are located behind the center and WARNING! between the head restraint posts...
Page 259 SAFETY Quad or Crew Cab Trucks The top tether anchorages in this vehicle are tether strap loops located between the rear glass and the back of the rear seat. There is a tether strap loop located behind each seating position. Follow the steps below to attach the tether strap of the child restraint.
Page 260 SAFETY NOTE: 2. Place a child restraint on the seat and 4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap If there are child seats in both of the outboard adjust the tether strap so that it will reach loop (see diagram). Tighten the tether strap (left and right) seating positions, the tether over the seat back, under the head according to the child seat manufacturer’s...
Page 261: Safety Tips
SAFETY 3. Place a child restraint on the center rear WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) seat. Route the tether strap following the directions for the center seating position, An incorrectly anchored tether strap could It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo ...
Page 262: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
SAFETY will stay on until the fault is removed. If the light AFETY HECKS HOULD WARNING! comes on intermittently or remains on while NSIDE EHICLE driving, have an authorized dealer service the An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or Seat Belts vehicle immediately Ú...
Page 263: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
SAFETY ERIODIC AFETY HECKS HOULD WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) UTSIDE EHICLE ONLY install floor mats designed to fit your NEVER place any objects under the floor   Tires vehicle. NEVER install a floor mat that cannot mat (e.g., towels, keys, etc.). These objects be properly attached and secured to your could change the position of the floor mat Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven...
Page 264 SAFETY Exhaust Gas The best protection against carbon monoxide Carbon Monoxide Warnings entry into the vehicle body is a properly WARNING! WARNING! maintained engine exhaust system. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and deadly.
Page 265: In Case Of Emergency
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning NOTE: Flashers. When the switch is activated, all With extended use the Hazard Warning The Hazard Warning Flashers switch is located directional turn signals will flash on and off to Flashers may wear down your battery.
Page 266 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If equipped, the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST Call cancel the SOS Call connection, push the SOS ASSIST and a SOS button. call button on the Rearview Mirror or press the The ASSIST Button is used to automatically cancellation button on the Device Screen.
Page 267 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY vehicle. The vehicle’s SOS Call system WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) will attempt to remain connected with the ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to SOS operator until the SOS operator The SOS Call system is embedded into the ...
Page 268 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SOS Call System Limitations These include, but are not limited to, the WARNING! following factors: Vehicles sold in Mexico DO NOT have SOS Call Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could  system capabilities. The ignition is in the OFF position ...
Page 269: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING NOTE: WARNING! Changes or modifications not expressly ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to approved by the party responsible for compli- WARNING! the road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands ance could void the user's authority to operate Do not attempt to change a tire on the side ...
Page 270: Preparations For Jacking
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY REPARATIONS ACKING EMOVAL OOLS To access the jack and jack tools, you must 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. remove the plastic access cover located on the side of the front passenger’s seat. To remove WARNING! the cover, pull the front part of the cover (closest to the front of the seat) toward you to...
Page 271 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Remove the jack and tools by turning the wing There are two ways to assemble the tools: CAUTION! (Continued) bolt counterclockwise, remove the wing bolt and Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising then slide the assembly out from under the seat. When attaching the tool to the winch mech- ...
Page 272: Removing The Spare Tire
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury.
Page 273: Jacking Instructions
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Pull the spare tire out from under the NOTE: vehicle to gain access to the spare tire The winch mechanism is designed for use with retainer. the extension tubes only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
Page 274 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Placement for the front and rear jacking CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) locations are critical. See below images for Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking proper jacking locations. Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a ...
Page 275 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Rear Jacking Location Operate the jack using the extension with jack hook and the lug wrench. The exten- sion tubes may be used but are not re- quired. When changing a rear wheel, assemble the extension with jack hook to the jack and connect the extension tubes.
Page 276: To Stow The Flat Or Spare
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY PARE WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a WARNING! make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off collision or hard stop, could endanger the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a the jack and hurt someone near it.
Page 277: Reinstalling The Jack And Tools
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it properly across the wheel opening. Raising The Spare Tire Rotating The Lug Wrench Handle 4.
Page 278: Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Place the jack and tools in the storage WARNING! position holding the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools under the After using the jack and tools, always reinstall seat so that the bottom slot engages into them in the original carrier and location.
Page 279: Preparations For Jump Start
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: Follow the below steps to prepare for jump CAUTION! The positive battery post may be covered with a starting: Do not use a portable battery booster pack or protective cap if equipped. Lift up on the cap to 1.
Page 280: Jump Starting Procedure
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Do not jump off fuses. Only jump directly off positive post. Do not connect the jumper cable to the Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can  burn your skin or eyes and generate negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
Page 281: If Your Engine Overheats
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Disconnecting The Jumper Cables On the highways — slow down.  CAUTION! In city traffic — while stopped, place the trans- 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the  Accessories plugged into the vehicle power jumper cable from the engine ground of mission in NEUTRAL (N), but do not increase outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,...
Page 282: Manual Park Release
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY MANUAL PARK RELEASE Follow these steps to activate the Manual Park WARNING! Release: You or others can be badly burned by hot WARNING! 1. Apply firm pressure to the brake pedal engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from Always secure your vehicle by fully applying while seated in the driver’s seat.
Page 283: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Behind the Manual Park Release access To Reset The Manual Park Release: 4. Verify that the transmission is in PARK. cover is the orange tether strap. Pull the 5. Confirm that the tether has retracted fully 1.
Page 284 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: WARNING! CAUTION! Shifts between DRIVE (D) and REVERSE (R) can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may  lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Page 285: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described on Ú page 158. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground 2WD Models...
Page 286: Two-Wheel Drive Models
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the transmission is not operable, or the HEEL RIVE ODELS HEEL RIVE ODELS vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph FCA recommends towing your vehicle with all FCA recommends towing with all wheels OFF (48 km/h) or farther than 15 miles (24 km) for four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 287: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM — MERGENCY OOKS WARNING! QUIPPED (EARS) Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck  Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced tow hooks.
Page 288: Servicing And Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING An authorized dealer will reset the oil change Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: indicator message after completing the Check engine oil level  Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil scheduled oil change. change indicator system.
Page 289: Maintenance Plan
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE AINTENANCE At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Change the 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 290 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 291 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 292: Engine Compartment
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.6L E NGINE 1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 8 —...
Page 293: L Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 5.7L E NGINE 1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap 2 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap 4 —...
Page 294: Checking Oil Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Adding 1 quart (1 liter) of oil when the reading is HECKING EVEL WARNING! at the low end of the dipstick range will raise the To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil level to the high end of the range marking. Commercially available windshield washer oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 295: Pressure Washing
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RESSURE ASHING WARNING! CAUTION! Cleaning the engine compartment with a high Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and It is essential when replacing the cables on   pressure washer is not recommended. can burn or even blind you. Do not allow the battery that the positive cable is battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or attached to the positive post and the nega-...
Page 296: Engine Oil
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: NOTE: CAUTION! Intentional tampering with emissions control Hemi engines (5.7L) at times can tick right after systems may void your warranty and could startup and then quiet down after approxi- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil result in civil penalties being assessed against mately 30 seconds.
Page 297: Engine Oil Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and NGINE LEANER ILTER Filters Replacement For the proper maintenance intervals Care should be taken in disposing of used Inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and or Ú...
Page 298: Air Conditioner Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 2. Lift the engine air cleaner cover to access Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation WARNING! the engine air cleaner filter. NOTE: Use only refrigerants and compressor lubri-  3. Remove the engine air cleaner filter from Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is cants approved by the manufacturer for the housing assembly.
Page 299 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling 2. With the glove compartment door open, remove the glove compartment tension R-134a — If Equipped R-1234yf — If Equipped tether and tether clip by sliding the clip R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a toward the face of the glove compartment hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is an...
Page 300 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. There are glove compartment travel stops 5. Remove the filter cover by pushing in on the on both sides of the glove compartment finger tabs on each end of the filter cover. door, push inward on both sides of the glove compartment to release the glove compartment travel stops.
Page 301: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 7. Install the cabin air filter with the arrow on CCESSORY RIVE NSPECTION the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, press on each end WARNING! until you hear an audible click. Do not attempt to inspect an accessory ...
Page 302: Body Lubrication
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Some conditions can be caused by a faulty The external lock cylinders should be lubricated NOTE: component such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys twice a year, preferably in the Autumn and Life expectancy of wiper blades varies should be carefully inspected for damage and Spring.
Page 303 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Wiper Blade Removal/Installation 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, flip up the locking tab. CAUTION! Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against the glass without the wiper blade in place or the glass may be damaged. 1.
Page 304: Exhaust System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 5. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove Installing The Front Wipers have an authorized technician inspect the the wiper blade from the wiper arm by complete exhaust system and adjacent body 1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the holding the wiper arm with one hand and areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or wiper arm is in the full up position.
Page 305: Cooling System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: OOLING YSTEM CAUTION! Intentional tampering with emissions control The catalytic converter requires the use of systems can result in civil penalties being WARNING!  unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will assessed against you. You or others can be badly burned by hot ...
Page 306 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Coolant Checks Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill Selection Of Coolant Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) For further information Ú page 353. NOTE: protection every 12 months (before the onset of Some vehicles require special tools to add NOTE: freezing weather, where applicable).
Page 307 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Do not use water alone or alcohol-based Please review these recommendations for Some vehicles require special tools to add   engine coolant products. Do not use addi- using Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems tional rust inhibitors or anti-rust products, as properly could lead to severe internal engine coolant that meets the requirements of FCA...
Page 308 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Checking Coolant Level The radiator normally remains completely full, WARNING! so there is no need to remove the radiator cap With the engine off and cold, the level of the Do not open hot engine cooling system. unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) ...
Page 309: Brake System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. RAKE YSTEM  WARNING! Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator In order to ensure brake system performance,  Use only manufacturer's recommended  and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine all brake system components should be brake fluid Ú...
Page 310: Automatic Transmission
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check Fluid And Filter Changes WARNING! (Continued) The fluid level is preset at the factory and does Under normal operating conditions, the fluid Do not allow petroleum based fluid to  not require adjustment under normal operating installed at the factory will provide satisfactory contaminate the brake fluid.
Page 311: Axle Fluid Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Limited-Slip Differentials Drain And Refill RONT RIVING LUID EVEL Rear axles equipped with a Limited Slip For the proper maintenance intervals Differential require that 5 oz. (148 ml) Mopar Ú page 287. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks Limited Slip Additive be added to the gear Selection Of Lubricant are not required.
Page 312 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! (Continued) If a general protection fuse for safety  systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, trans- mission system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. CAUTION! Blade Fuses Power Distribution Center Location If it is necessary to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the 1 —...
Page 313 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 80 Amp Black – Rad Fan Control Module – If Equipped 60 Amp Yellow – Rad Fan – If Equipped 40 Amp Green – Compressor for Air Suspension – If Equipped 40 Amp Green –...
Page 314 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Blue (1500 LD Diesel) – SCR – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink (Cummins Diesel) 30 Amp Pink – Passenger Door Module 30 Amp Pink – Drive Train Control Module 20 Amp Blue –...
Page 315 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Sunroof – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Rear Defroster – If Equipped Cummins Diesel Fuel Heater #2 – If Equipped / Aux Relay 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 316 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Transmission – 20 Amp Yellow Spare Fuse – 10 Amp Red SCR Relay – If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp/TCM 10 Amp Red (1500 LD –...
Page 317 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Coolant Temperature Valve Actuator – 10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes / Electronic Stability Control - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Disconnect Module –...
Page 318 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Shifter / Transfer Case Module – 10 Amp Red Rear Camera / Park Assist - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Rear Seat Heater Switch - If Equipped –...
Page 319: Bulb Replacement
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement Bulbs 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 NOTE: For lighted switches, see an authorized dealer for replacement instructions. Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number...
Page 320 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 921K Rear Cargo Lamp LED Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)/Cargo Lamp LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 3157K Premium Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Premium Backup Lamp...
Page 321 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield. Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained through this access hole.
Page 322 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: 3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter 2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward There are access covers over both headlamp turn to unlock the bulb from the housing. far enough to unsnap the two receptacles bulb access holes in the quad front lamp unit on the outboard side of the lamp housing 4.
Page 323 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise a Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 2. Separate the connector holding the housing quarter turn to unlock it from the housing. With Cargo Lamp and wiring harness to the body. See below steps to replace.
Page 324: Tires
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Markings NOTE: CAUTION! P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on US  Do not contaminate the bulb glass by design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter touching it with your fingers or by allowing it “P”...
Page 325 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on US design standards, or "..blank.." = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on US design standards, or T or S = Temporary spare tire or 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in)
Page 326 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry  H = Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions ...
Page 327 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Identification Number (TIN) The Tire Identification Number (TIN) may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle.
Page 328 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-pillar The vehicle B-pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a Cold Tire Inflation Pressure minimum of three hours.
Page 329 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire And Loading Information Placard Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not combined weight of occupants and cargo exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs”...
Page 330 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE (3) Subtract the combined weight of the (5) Determine the combined weight of NOTE: driver and passengers from XXX kg or luggage and cargo being loaded on the If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load ...
Page 331: Tires - General Information
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — G Safety IRES ENERAL NFORMATION  WARNING! Fuel Economy Tire Pressure  Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the Tread Wear  vehicle handling, and increase your stopping safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 332 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Safety Both underinflation and overinflation affect the Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling Proper tire inflation contributes to a WARNING! of sluggish response or over responsiveness in comfortable ride. Overinflation produces a the steering.
Page 333 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Inflation pressures specified on the placard are Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire The manufacturer advocates driving at safe WARNING! inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure speeds and within posted speed limits.
Page 334 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that NOTE: Tread Wear Indicators have experienced a loss of pressure should be The TPM Sensor must be replaced after driving Tread wear indicators are in the original replaced immediately with another Run Flat tire the vehicle on a flat tire condition.
Page 335 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Life Of Tire NOTE: It is recommended to replace the two front tires Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon when installing new tires due to wear and tear can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.
Page 336: Tire Types
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Summer tires do not contain the all season YPES WARNING! (Continued) designation or “mountain/snowflake” symbol All Season Tires — If Equipped on the tire sidewall. Use Summer tires only in Never use a tire with a smaller load index or ...
Page 337: Spare Tires - If Equipped
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped CAUTION! than what was originally equipped with your The compact spare is for temporary emergency vehicle and should not be operated at Because of the reduced ground clearance, do use only.
Page 338 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 Compact and collapsible spares are for and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first use only.
Page 339: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including WARNING! caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the Limited use spares are for emergency use chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on and equipment to prevent damage to the...
Page 340: Snow Traction Devices
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or RACTION EVICES If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for Low Gloss Clear Coat Wheels Use of traction devices require sufficient an extended period after cleaning the wheels tire-to-body clearance.
Page 341 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Traction Device 4x4 (4WD) Axle Tire/Wheel Size (maximum projection beyond Trim Level tire profile or equivalent) Tradesman Rear P265/70R17 S Class P265/70R17 Rear S Class 17 x 7.0 x 25.4 mm WARNING! CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Using tires of different size and type (M+S, To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 342: Tire Rotation Recommendations
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE All passenger vehicle tires must conform OTATION ECOMMENDATIONS to Federal safety requirements in Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles addition to these grades. operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For READWEAR these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.
Page 343: Traction Grades
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RACTION RADES EMPERATURE RADES WARNING! The Traction grades, from highest to The Temperature grades are A (the The temperature grade for this tire is lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades highest), B, and C, representing the tire's established for a tire that is properly inflated represent the tire's ability to stop on wet resistance to the generation of heat and...
Page 344: Bodywork
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BODYWORK What Causes Corrosion? NDERBODY AINTENANCE Corrosion is the result of deterioration or Cleaning Headlights ROTECTION TMOSPHERIC removal of paint and protective coatings from Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights GENTS your vehicle. and fog lights that are lighter and less Vehicle body care requirements vary according The most common causes are: susceptible to stone breakage than glass...
Page 345: Preserving The Bodywork
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RESERVING ODYWORK CAUTION! CAUTION! Washing Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a   Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash materials such as steel wool or scouring bristle brush, metal polishes, or oven ...
Page 346 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Special Care Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped WARNING! If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you During ownership, the shine and luster of the  Do not use silicon-based protection products drive near the ocean, hose off the undercar- Spray-On Bedliner can fade from oxidation, road to clean your bedliner.
Page 347: Interiors
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTERIORS For tough stains, apply Mopar Total Clean, or NOTE:  a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth If the belts retract slowly, inspect the upper and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to EATS ABRIC ARTS...
Page 348: Plastic And Coated Parts
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE LASTIC OATED ARTS EATHER URFACES CAUTION! Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or for leather upholstery. Ketone based cleaning products to clean CAUTION! Your leather upholstery can be best preserved leather seats, as damage to the seat may Direct contact of air fresheners, insect...
Page 349: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) BRAKE SYSTEM WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS The VIN is found on the left front corner of the If power assist is lost for any reason (for Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to instrument panel, visible through the example, repeated brake applications with the ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to...
Page 350: Fuel Requirements
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are While operating on gasoline with the required loose particles.
Page 351: L Engine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3.6L E www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER NGINE EFORMULATED ASOLINE Detergent Gasoline Retailers. Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends Many areas of the country require the use of Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning greater than 15% in this engine.
Page 352: Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CNG A LP F Problems that result from using gasoline If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with YSTEM containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of ODIFICATIONS gasoline containing Methanol are not the these symptoms: Modifications that allow the engine to run on responsibility of the manufacturer and may void...
Page 353: Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (Mmt) In Gasoline
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ETHYLCYCLOPENTADIENYL YSTEM AUTIONS CAUTION! (Continued) (MMT) I ANGANESE RICARBONYL The use of fuel additives, which are now CAUTION!  ASOLINE being sold as octane enhancers, is not Follow these guidelines to maintain your recommended. Most of these products MMT is a manganese-containing metallic vehicle’s performance: contain high concentrations of Methanol.
Page 354: Fluid Capacities
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLUID CAPACITIES Metric Fuel (Approximate) Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 26 Gallons 98 Liters Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models (Optional) 32 Gallons 121 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System...
Page 355: Engine Fluids And Lubricants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 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). We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Page 356 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other Do not use water alone or alcohol-based This vehicle has not been designed for use    than specified Organic Additive Technology engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may not use additional rust inhibitors or...
Page 357: Chassis Fluids And Lubricants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or Automatic Transmission equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case We recommend you use Mobil LT.
Page 358: Customer Assistance
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE This is why you should always talk to an EASONABLE EQUESTS authorized dealer’s service manager first. If for FOR YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the the general manager or owner of the authorized REPARE...
Page 359: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FCA US LLC C US V Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that USTOMER ENTER UERTO IRGIN SLANDS require assistance can use the special needs P.O. Box 21–8004 FCA Caribbean LLC relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 P.O.
Page 360: Warranty Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION MOPAR PARTS FCA US LLC is not responsible for any service contract you may have purchased from another See the Warranty Information for the terms and Mopar original equipment parts & accessories manufacturer. If you require service after the FCA provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable and factory filled fluids are available from an US LLC New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires,...
Page 361: In Canada
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To contact NHTSA, you may call the Owner's Manuals Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at These Owner's Manuals have been prepared To order the following manuals, you may use 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: with the assistance of service and engineering either the website or the phone numbers listed 1-800-424-9153);...
Page 362: General Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE GENERAL INFORMATION Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las d`Innovation, Science and Economic siguientes dos condiciones: The following regulatory statement applies to all Development applicables aux appareils radio 1. es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this exempts de licence.
Page 363 INDEX  ...... 285 ....... 208 Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Event Data Recorder (EDR) Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..........197 ....... 237 ........ 114 Mobile Phone If Deployment Occurs Anti-Lock Warning Light  ......358 ....... 234 ..........215 WARRANTY INFORMATION Knee Impact Bolsters Assist, Hill Start ....
Page 364 Child Restraints ..........110 ............142 ........... 243 Battery Camera Booster Seats .......110 ..........142 ...... 252 Charging System Light Camera, Rear Child Seat Installation ....14 ............87 ..251 Keyless Key Fob Replacement Camper How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt .............260 ...........
Page 365 Cooling System ..........303 Disc Drive ............. 192 Engine ............290 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .......305 Disconnecting ..........199 Air Cleaner ..........295 Coolant Level ........304 Disposal Block Heater ..........122 Cooling Capacity ........352 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...... 306 Break-In Recommendations .....
Page 366 ............... 348 Fuel ............144 Filters Adding Hazard ..........295 ........... 349 Air Cleaner Additives Driving Through Flowing, Rising, ........62 ........... 349 ....162 Air Conditioning Clean Air Or Shallow Standing Water ........295 ............. 349 ......263 Engine Oil Ethanol Hazard Warning Flashers ........295 ........
Page 367 Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........22 ............. 48 Ignition ............16 Passive Entry ..........22 Hazard Warning Flasher ......263 Switch ............16 Passive Entry Programming ......22 Headlights ...........45 Illuminated Entry ..........51 Keys ..............13 High Beam ...........46 In Case Of Emergency ........263 Hill Descent Control Indicator ....
Page 368 ...... 217 ......110 Locks Monitor, Tire Pressure System Pressure Warning Light ........... 25 ..........358 ......294 Automatic Door Mopar Parts Recommendation ........... 25 .............68 ........... 294 Child Protection MP3 Control Synthetic ..........22 ......46 ............ 352 Power Door Multi-Function Control Lever Viscosity ......217...
Page 369 Power Remote Starting Distribution Center (Fuses) .......310 Radial Ply Tires ..........331 Exit Remote Start Mode .......18 Door Locks ..........22 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .. 304 Uconnect Customer Programmable Inverter ............71 Radio Features ..........174 Mirrors ............38 Presets .............
Page 370 ..........222 .........20 Seat Belts Security Alarm Speed Control ......226 ....353 ..........136 Adjustable Shoulder Belt Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) Accel/Decel ..226 ........15 ............136 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage Sentry Key (Immobilizer) Cancel ..226 ........356 ............ 136 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Service Assistance Resume ....229...
Page 371 Safety ..........322 Trailer Towing ..........146 Telescoping Steering Column ......26 Sizes ............323 Hitches ............. 150 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) .... 61 Snow Tires ..........334 Minimum Requirements ......151 Tilt Spare Tires ........335 Mirrors ............40 Down ............
Page 372 ........... 195 ...... 9 Overview Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ........62 Uconnect Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Vehicle Storage ........201 ........197 ..........27 Phone Call Features Mobile Phone Voice Command ......200 ......27 Things You Should Know About Phonebook Download Voice Recognition System (VR) ......204 ....
Page 375 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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