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Page 1 2022 RAM 2500/3500 OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 2 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........................10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................. 19 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ............101 STARTING AND OPERATING ....................131 MULTIMEDIA ..........................246 SAFETY ............................300 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ..................... 361 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................384 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................461 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................473 INDEX .............................
Page 4 INTRODUCTION DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ..36 REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)....27 How To Use Remote Start........27 Programming The Memory Feature ....36 SYMBOLS KEY............11 VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..28 Linking And Unlinking The Remote VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS......11 Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory....37 To Arm The System ..........28 CONSUMER INFORMATION —...
Page 5 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....56 INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT....69 UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER Directional LED Headlamp System — (HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED ......50 Storage .............69 If Equipped............56 USB/AUX Control..........75 Before You Begin Programming Parking Lights And Panel Lights......56 Electrical Power Outlets ........76 HomeLink®............50 Automatic Headlights With Wipers ....56...
Page 6 PICKUP BOX ............87 BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — Cargo Camera — If Equipped ......88 DIESEL ENGINE ..........105 OBD II ..............129 Bed Rail Tie-Down System — Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Onboard Diagnostic System If Equipped ............89 Diesel Engine..........
Page 7 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED..168 STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE..134 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — Automatic Transmission ....... 135 DIESEL ENGINE............ 145 Description ............ 168 Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition....135 Air Suspension Modes ........168 PARKING BRAKE ..........146 Extreme Cold Weather ........
Page 8 TRAILER TOWING ..........227 WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ......207 (IF EQUIPPED) .............181 LaneSense Operation ........207 Common Towing Definitions......227 Turning LaneSense On Or Off....... 208 Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Things To Know Before Using LaneSense Warning Message......
Page 9 MULTIMEDIA SAFETY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY UCONNECT SYSTEMS .........246 SAFETY FEATURES..........300 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ......361 CYBERSECURITY ..........246 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..... 300 ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..362 Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ..301 UCONNECT SETTINGS .........247 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......365 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS......
Page 10 2022 RAM 2500/3500 OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 11 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 described in this manual that are not on this vehicle.
Page 12 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRES ..............439 Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ....405 Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter — Tire Safety Information ......439 SCHEDULED SERVICING — Diesel Engine ..........406 Tires — General Information ....... 445 GASOLINE ENGINE ..........384 Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Tire Types............
Page 13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ..465 WARRANTY INFORMATION........475 Fuel Specifications ........465 MOPAR® PARTS ..........475 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)..461 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ....... 465 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......475 BRAKE SYSTEM ..........461 FLUID CAPACITIES ..........467 In The 50 United States And Hydraulic Brake Assist —...
Page 14: Introduction
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 15: Symbols Key
SYMBOLS KEY VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or These statements are against operating special equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/body WARNING! procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. builders.
Page 16 Figure 1 illustrates the dimensions describing the forward and rearward limits of the zone in which the Center of Gravity (CG) of a slide-in camper must be located, to provide satisfactory vehicle handling and to prevent overload of the front and rear axles. Figure 2 illustrates a proper match between truck and camper.
Page 17: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
SYMBOL GLOSSARY When the truck is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the weight of Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer’s precautions to be observed when using this component.
Page 18 Yellow Warning Lights Red Warning Lights Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light Ú page 122 Ú page 121 Air Suspension Fault Warning Light Hood Open Warning Light Ú page 122 Ú page 121 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Oil Pressure Warning Light Ú...
Page 19 Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights Low Washer Fluid Warning Light Sway Bar Fault Warning Light Ú page 123 Ú page 124 Low Fuel Warning Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Ú page 123 Ú page 124 Low Coolant Level Warning Light Yellow Indicator Lights Ú...
Page 20 Yellow Indicator Lights Yellow Indicator Lights Cargo Light 4WD Low Indicator Light Ú page 126 Ú page 127 Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator Light 4WD High Indicator Light Ú page 126 Ú page 127 Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light Ú...
Page 21 Yellow Indicator Lights Green Indicator Lights Sway Bar Indicator Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light Ú page 127 Ú page 127 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected TOW/HAUL Indicator Light Indicator Light Ú page 127 Ú...
Page 22 Green Indicator Lights White Indicator Lights Front Fog Indicator Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light Ú page 128 Ú page 128 Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light Ú page 128 Ú page 128 LaneSense Indicator Light Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light Ú...
Page 23: Getting To Know Your Vehicle
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE KEYS NOTE: The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if  the key fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other electronic device. This may Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which result in poor performance.
Page 24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Key Left Vehicle Feature In case the ignition switch does not change with The following conditions must be met for the the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or vehicle to lower remotely: If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the fully depleted battery.
Page 25 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob 4. Remove the battery by using a suitable tool, such as a screwdriver, to slide the battery The replacement battery model is one CR2032 downward and back toward the key ring. battery.
Page 26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Replace the battery by using your thumb to Only key fobs that are programmed to the  WARNING! push down and slide the battery under the vehicle electronics can be used to start and small lip on the top edge of the opening.
Page 27: Sentry Key
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the electronics.
Page 28: Remote Start - If Equipped (Gasoline)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! Driving position The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle   When exiting the vehicle, always remove the  Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ system if it is located next All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate ...
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts All of the following conditions must be met before weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in all the engine off.
Page 30: To Exit Remote Start Mode
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Temperature Control EMOTE TART EMOTE TART RONT EFROST (ATC) — If Equipped — I CTIVATION QUIPPED To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start The climate controls automatically adjust to an system, push and release the START/STOP ignition When Remote Start is active, and the outside optimal temperature and mode, dependent on the button while pressing the brake pedal prior to the...
Page 31: Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL) Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts EMOTE TART INDSHIELD IPER the engine off. –I — I CTIVATION QUIPPED This system uses the key fob to start the To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, and engine conveniently from outside the When remote start is active and the outside...
Page 32: Vehicle Security System - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: YSTEM WARNING! The driver's door key cylinder cannot arm or  Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Do not start or run an engine in a closed  disarm the Vehicle Security system. Use of the system: garage or confined area.
Page 33: Rearming Of The System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the knob is down when the door is closed, the door will WARNING! battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle lock. Therefore, make sure the key fob is not inside Security system will remain armed when the the vehicle before closing the door.
Page 34: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I ‘ ™ — P If the door lock switch is pushed while the ignition OWER OCKS QUIPPED EYLESS NTER ASSIVE is in the ACC or ON/RUN position and the driver's NTRY QUIPPED The power door lock switches are located on each door is open, the doors will not lock.
Page 35 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If wearing gloves, or if it has been raining/ NOTE: When the Vehicle Security system is in pre-arm   snowing on the Passive Entry door handle, the or armed status and the tailgate transitions Either the driver door only or all doors will unlock ...
Page 36: Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Tailgate: The Passive Entry system will not operate if the  key fob battery is depleted Ú page 19. With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs within 5 ft (1.5 m) of either front door handles, The LED light on the key fob will not blink if ...
Page 37: If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — UTOMATIC OCKS WARNING! QUIPPED Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a The auto door lock feature default condition is collision. Remember that the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside door handle when the enabled.
Page 38: Heated Steering Wheel I F Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock EATED TEERING HEEL WARNING! the steering column. With one hand firmly on the QUIPPED steering wheel, move the steering column up or Persons who are unable to feel pain to the ...
Page 39: Basic Voice Commands
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Notice the visual cues that inform you of your Voice 5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button Recognition system’s status. and saying a Voice Command from the current NOTE: category.
Page 40: Additional Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED DDITIONAL NFORMATION © 2021 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar and This feature allows the driver to save up to two Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar different memory profiles for easy recall through a Owner Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC.
Page 41: Linking And Unlinking The Remote
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE SEATS 3. Push the set (S) button on the memory switch, 4. Push and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. and then push the desired memory button (1 “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint system or 2) within five seconds.
Page 42: 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 cause a Both front seats are adjustable forward or collision and serious injury or death.
Page 43: Manual Rear Seat Adjustment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ANUAL DJUSTMENT WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that WARNING! the shoulder belt is no longer resting against Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top your chest. In a collision you could slide under of the seatback.
Page 44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tilting The Seat Up Or Down Easy Entry/Exit Seat CAUTION! The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted up This feature provides automatic driver’s seat Do not place any article under a power seat or or down using the power seat switch.
Page 45: Heated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When enabled in Uconnect Settings, Easy Entry Front Heated Seats Rear Heated Seats and Easy Exit positions are stored in each memory The heated seats control buttons are On some models, the two outboard rear setting profile Ú...
Page 46: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I NOTE: NOTE: ENTILATED EATS QUIPPED The engine must be running for the ventilated Do not reverse the head restraints (making the Front Ventilated Seats seats to operate. rear of the head restraint face forward) in an attempt to gain additional clearance to the back of Located in the seat cushion are small For information on use with the Remote Start...
Page 47 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Front Head Restraint Removal Two-Way Head Restraints — If Equipped To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment button and the release button while pulling upward on the whole assembly. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and adjust it to the appropriate height.
Page 48: Driver Adjustable Pedals
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — Rear Head Restraint Adjustment Do not reposition the head restraint 180  degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt The rear seats are equipped with adjustable and IF EQUIPPED to gain additional clearance to the back of the removable head restraints.
Page 49: Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is CAUTION! in REVERSE or when the Cruise Control system is on. If there is an attempt to adjust the pedals when Do not place any article under the adjustable the system is locked out, the following messages pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may will appear (on vehicles equipped with an...
Page 50: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tow Mode Your vehicle may be equipped with an additional auxiliary trailer camera to be mounted on the rear of a trailer. When the camera is connected, the display in the Digital Rearview Mirror automatically switches to the trailer camera.
Page 51: Outside Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — Outside Mirrors Folding Feature UTSIDE IRRORS If Equipped All outside mirrors are designed to be able to be The outside mirror(s) can be adjusted to the center manually folded both forward and rearward to The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 52: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I OWER IRRORS QUIPPED The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver's door trim panel. Power Mirror Movement Power Folding Mirror Switch Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors OWER OLDING UTSIDE IRRORS —...
Page 53: Power Convex Mirror Switch - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — OWER ONVEX IRROR WITCH QUIPPED The Power Convex Mirror Switch is located on the door trim panel, above the power mirror controls. The switch enables the movement of the convex portion of both the driver and passenger outside mirrors.
Page 54: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER — I The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the EATED IRRORS QUIPPED  overhead console or sunvisor designate the (HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED These mirrors are heated to melt frost or three different HomeLink®...
Page 55: Erasing All The Home Link Channels
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ® Rolling Code Devices 1. Place the ignition switch into the ON/RUN RASING position. To determine if your device has a rolling code, a HANNELS good indicator is its manufacturing date. Typically, 2. Place the garage door opener transmitter 1 to To erase the channels, follow this procedure: devices manufactured after 1995 have rolling 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the...
Page 56: Miscellaneous Device
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 1. At the garage door opener motor (in the WARNING! garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter button. This can usually be found where the signals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds Your motorized door or gate will open and ...
Page 57: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Watch for the HomeLink® indicator to change 3. Without releasing the button, proceed with ANADIAN PERATOR flash rates. When it changes, it is “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step ROGRAMMING programmed. It may take up to 30 seconds or 2 and follow all remaining steps.
Page 58: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the HomeLink.com Internet at for information or EADLIGHT WITCH assistance. The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 59: Multifunction Lever
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: or a windshield mounted camera. These cameras For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight detect vehicle specific light and automatically For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime  switch from high beams to low beams until the switch clockwise from the parking lights and Running Lights will automatically deactivate approaching vehicle is out of view.
Page 60: Flash-To-Pass
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The system directs the headlights to light up the LASH UTOMATIC EADLIGHTS IPERS road in the best way, taking into account the speed You can signal another vehicle with your headlights If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic of the vehicle and the bend or corner angle, as well by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 61: Headlight Delay
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I EADLIGHT ELAY RONT IGHTS QUIPPED IGNALS To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking Move the multifunction lever up or down to delay feature will leave the headlights on for up to lights or low beam headlights and push the fog activate the turn signals.
Page 62: Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/Trailer Hitch Light With Bed Lights - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) will turn ARGO IGHTS RAILER POTTER on for approximately 30 seconds when a key fob IGHTS RAILER ITCH IGHT unlock button is pushed, as part of the Illuminated —...
Page 63: Battery Saver
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Entry, and the unlock button is pushed on the key ATTERY AVER fob, the courtesy, dome, cargo, and bed lights will Timers are set to both the interior and exterior turn on. lights to protect the life of your vehicle’s battery. Courtesy/Reading Lights If the ignition is in the OFF position, the interior The overhead console lights can also be operated...
Page 64: Illuminated Entry
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: LLUMINATED NTRY The rear courtesy/reading lights will remain on The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the until the switch is pushed a second time, so be key fob to unlock the doors or open any door. sure they have been turned off before exiting the vehicle.
Page 65: Windshield Wipers And Washers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the WARNING! control knob upward to the first detent. The windshield wiper/washer controls are located Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield The delay interval decreases as you rotate the on the multifunction lever on the left side of the could lead to a collision.
Page 66: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS — I The Rain Sensing system has protection features ENSING IPERS QUIPPED for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate This feature senses rain or snowfall on the The Climate Control system allows you to regulate under the following conditions: windshield and automatically activates the wipers.
Page 67 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE A/C Button In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The Press and release this button on the Recirculation feature may be unavailable if touchscreen, or push the button on the conditions exist that could create fogging on the faceplate to change the current setting.
Page 68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Front Defrost Button Push the blue button (or rotate knob if CAUTION! equipped) on the faceplate or Press and release the Front Defrost touchscreen, or press and slide the Failure to follow these cautions can cause button on the touchscreen, or push and temperature bar towards the blue arrow damage to the heating elements:...
Page 69 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Blower Control Faceplate NOTE: Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi- Push the MODE button to change the airflow Blower Control regulates the amount of tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets distribution mode.
Page 70: Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Functions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE MAX A/C Setting On vehicles equipped with Manual Climate ANUAL LIMATE ONTROL controls, the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Set the temperature control knob to the ESCRIPTIONS UNCTIONS Defrost mode to improve window clearing MAX A/C setting to change the current operation.
Page 71 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Blower Control Bi-Level Mode CAUTION! Blower Control regulates the amount of Air comes from the instrument panel Failure to follow these cautions can cause air forced through the climate control outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount damage to the heating elements: system.
Page 72: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To provide you with maximum comfort in the UTOMATIC EMPERATURE ONTROL PERATING Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower (ATC) Refer to the chart at the end of this section for fan will remain on low until the engine warms up. suggested control settings for various weather The blower will increase in speed and transition Automatic Operation...
Page 73: Interior Storage And Equipment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT Window Fogging Operating Tips Chart Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS TORAGE rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the Set the mode control to windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and increase Glove Compartment the front blower speed.
Page 74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If equipped with a covered upper glove compartment, push the release button to open. To open the lower glove compartment, pull the release handle. WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a glove compartment in the open position. Driving with the glove compartment open may result in injury in a collision.
Page 75 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE With the upper lid closed, pull the lower handle to WARNING! open the lower storage bin. The lower bin contains a power inverter. There is also a “fill line” located Do not operate this vehicle with a console along the rear inside wall of the lower bin.
Page 76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Push the release button at the front of the With the seatback in the upright position, lift the cupholder bin to slide tray rearward to access the center seat bottom to access additional storage front lower storage bin, or forward to access the underneath the seat.
Page 77 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second row seats and can be used for extra storage. The storage bins have removable liners that can be easily removed for cleaning. Storage Drawer Access Button Opened Storage Bin Seatback Storage —...
Page 78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped 2. Unfold both the legs using the straps. Positioning The Load Floor For Storage Access Under The Seat Crew Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat may be 1.
Page 79: Usb/Aux Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE USB/AUX C 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor For example, if a device is plugged into the Type A ONTROL back in the secured down position before you USB port and another device is plugged into the Located on the center stack, just below the operate the vehicle.
Page 80: Electrical Power Outlets
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The third and fourth USB ports are located behind “Another device is in use through the same USB  CAUTION! the center console, above the power inverter. port. Please disconnect the first device to use These USB ports are charge only.
Page 81: Power Inverter - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — I Power Outlet Fuse Locations: OWER NVERTER QUIPPED CAUTION! F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow UCI Port/ USB Rear  Interior Power Inverters Many accessories that can be plugged in draw  Center Console power from the vehicle's battery, even when If equipped, 115 Volt (400 Watts maximum) power F90 Fuse 20 A Yellow Instrument Panel Power ...
Page 82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There is also a second 115 Volt (400 Watts The Instrument Panel Power Inverter switch is only maximum) power inverter located on the rear of found on vehicles equipped with an exterior power the center console. inverter.
Page 83: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — NOTE: The wireless charging pad is equipped with an IRELESS HARGING anti-slip mat to hold your mobile phone in place The power inverter only turns on if the ignition is  QUIPPED and an LED indicator light. in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 84: Windows
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS NOTE: Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection The power window switches will remain active for Lift the window switch up for a short period of time up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the OWER INDOWS and release;...
Page 85: Reset Auto-Up
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE — ESET ANUAL LIDING INDOW QUIPPED Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset A locking device in the center of the window helps Auto-Up: to prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. 1.
Page 86: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof WARNING! Express Open/Close — Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, INGLE OWER UNROOF  Push the switch rearward and release it within or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never QUIPPED one-half second and the sunroof will open leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a...
Page 87: Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Venting Sunroof Ignition Off Operation To vent open the sunroof, push and release “tilt” The power sunroof switch will remain active for up on the vent switch. To close the sunroof from the to approximately 10 minutes after the ignition vent position, push and release “down”...
Page 88: To Close The Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped LOSE AILGATE EMOVAL The key fob may be equipped with an Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from NOTE: electronic release feature for the the point where the props no longer hold the hood Removing the tailgate will disable the rearview tailgate, allowing hands-free tailgate open.
Page 89 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Position the tailgate on a 45 degree angle. Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote Keyless Entry 4. Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears the hanger bracket. 1. Open the tailgate to access the rear camera 5.
Page 90: Bed Step - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket 5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the (provided in the glove compartment) to the glove compartment) to the tailgate wiring chassis wiring harness and insert the bracket harness to ensure that the terminals do not back into the sill.
Page 91: Pickup Box
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed for utility and convenience. Bed Step Components Bed Step (Extended) 1 — Bed Step To stow the bed step back under the tailgate, push the bed step forward with your foot until the bed 2 —...
Page 92: Cargo Camera - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A touchscreen button to indicate the WARNING! current active camera image being If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or displayed is made available whenever Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box, you If you wish to carry more than 600 lb (272 kg) ...
Page 93: Bed Rail Tie-Down System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Activation Deactivation NOTE: Once initiated by the "Cargo Camera" button, the The Dynamic Centerline feature can be activated The Dynamic Centerline feature will automatically Cargo Camera image will be displayed until the be deactivated whenever the Cargo Camera through the Uconnect Settings by pressing the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph (13 km/h) Cargo Camera soft button, followed by the “Adjust...
Page 94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo. Adjustable Cleat Assembly End Cap Screw Location With Tonneau Cover 1 — Utility Rail Detent Cleat Removal (Without Tonneau Cover) Adjustable Cleats 2 —...
Page 95: Rambox - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE OCKING NLOCKING ARGO TORAGE Push and release the lock or unlock button on the Cargo storage bins are located on both sides of the key fob to lock and unlock all doors, the tailgate pickup box. The cargo storage bins provide and the RamBox Ú...
Page 96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open a storage bin with the RamBox unlocked, The interior of the RamBox will automatically push and release the button located on the lid. The illuminate when the lid is opened. In addition to the RamBox lid will open upward to allow hand access.
Page 97: Rambox Safety Warning
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Always close the storage bin covers when your  vehicle is unattended. 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 suffo- cation or heat stroke.
Page 98: Bed Divider - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE RamBox Emergency Release Lever Divider Position 2. With the side gates open, position the divider so the outboard ends align with the intended As a security measure, an Emergency Release The divider position is intended for managing your slots in the sides of the bed.
Page 99: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position. The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover can be installed on the truck bed to protect your gear and cargo. ONNEAU OVER EMOVAL...
Page 100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull both clamp handles down to release the 5. Fold the rear and center panels up onto the CAUTION! Tonneau Cover’s rear panel. front panel (Tri-Folded Position). Make sure the Tonneau Cover clamp and clamp wire are in the proper stowed position.
Page 101 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 8. From the Released Position, send the clamps to the Stowed Position by pushing from the yellow bumper upward. Listen for a “clicking” sound to confirm the clamp has been properly stowed. Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together Stowage Strap NOTE: 7.
Page 102: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull down on the first set of clamp handles to 4. Push clamp handles upward to the clamped ONNEAU OVER release the clamps from the Stowed Position. position to properly engage the clamps. NSTALLATION To install the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps: 1.
Page 103 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Disengage the stowage straps. 6. Unfold the center and rear panels to the Intermediate Position. Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage Fully Unfolded Position 8. Pull the rear clamp handles down into the Released Position. Intermediate Position (Vehicle Cannot Be Driven) NOTE: When folding the center and rear panels, the...
Page 104: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 9. Push clamp wires up and under the flange of The Tonneau Cover clamps can be locked when in box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if equipped) to the clamped position by placing a lock through the the Semi Clamped Position.
Page 105: Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE...
Page 106: Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Oil Pressure Gauge IDLINE NSTRUMENT LUSTER WARNING! — G The pointer should always indicate the oil ESCRIPTIONS NGINE  A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or pressure when the engine is running. A others could be badly burned by steam or boiling 1.
Page 107: Premium Instrument Cluster
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE...
Page 108: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Temperature Gauge REMIUM NSTRUMENT LUSTER CAUTION! — G The gauge pointer shows engine coolant ESCRIPTIONS NGINE  Driving with a hot engine cooling system could temperature. The pointer positioned within 1. Tachometer damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge the normal range indicates that the engine reads “H,”...
Page 109: Base Instrument Cluster
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE...
Page 110: Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Instrument Cluster Display NSTRUMENT LUSTER WARNING! — D When the appropriate conditions exist, this ESCRIPTIONS IESEL NGINE  A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or display shows the instrument cluster 1. Tachometer others could be badly burned by steam or boiling display messages Ú...
Page 111 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Speedometer 7. Fuel Gauge NOTE: Indicates vehicle speed. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the The gauge may take up to five seconds to    update after adding a gallon or more of DEF to fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the 6.
Page 112: Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE...
Page 113: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Fuel Gauge The DEF gauge may also not immediately REMIUM NSTRUMENT LUSTER  update after a refill if the temperature of the — D The pointer shows the level of fuel in the ESCRIPTIONS IESEL NGINE...
Page 114: Instrument Cluster Display Controls
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The instrument cluster display menu items may NSTRUMENT LUSTER ISPLAY consist of the following: ONTROLS Speedometer  The instrument cluster display features a driver Vehicle Info  interactive display that is located in the instrument Driver Assist —...
Page 115: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Down Arrow Button Oil Life Reset Procedure Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life  1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the Push and release the down arrow button to ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the...
Page 116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info Driver Assist — If Equipped The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC activity occurs, which may include any of the The Driver Assist menu displays the status of the Push and release the up or down arrow...
Page 117 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip A/Trip B Trailer Light Check: Push and hold the OK Messages  button to begin the Trailer Light Test sequence Push and release the up or down arrow Push and release the up or down arrow Ú...
Page 118 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Favorite Menu Upper Left and Upper Right Left Side and Right Side — If Equipped Audio (Show/ Battery Coolant Speedometer Vehicle Info None Range Hide) Current MPG Voltage — If Time Temperature Equipped Driver Assist Transmission Fuel Economy Average MPG...
Page 119: Diesel Messages And Warnings - 6.7L Cummins® Diesel Engine
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Commercial Settings — If Equipped exhaust system. These systems are seamlessly tion (CCV) filter element. The procedure for integrated into your vehicle and managed by the clearing and resetting the "Perform Service" Commercial Settings allows the driver to set and Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Page 120 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Exhaust System — Regeneration In Process Engine Power Reduced Up To 2 Min (Minutes)   Exhaust Filter XX% Full — Indicates that the DPF During Warm-up — This message will display Failing to follow the oil change indicator, changing is self-cleaning.
Page 121 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the DEF system needs to be serviced the Add a minimum of 2 gallons (7.5 Liters) of DEF When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following warnings will display: to the tank in order to avoid vehicle operation at following warnings will display: a maximum speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 122: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5 MPH Max Speed on Restart, Long Idle or Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer — This When load reduction is activated, the message   Refuel Service DEF See Dealer — This message message will display when the fault is initially “Battery Saver On Some Systems May Have will continuously display when the mileage detected, each time the vehicle is started, and...
Page 123: Warning Lights And Messages
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or What to do when an electrical load reduction more of the following conditions: action message is present (“Battery Saver On” or The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the “Battery Saver Mode”) The charging system cannot deliver enough...
Page 124 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Warning Light NOTE: The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN The light may flash momentarily during sharp This warning light monitors various brake position.
Page 125 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Engine Coolant Temperature Oil Pressure Warning Light Warning Light Warning Light This warning light will illuminate to indicate low engine oil pressure. If the This warning light will illuminate to This warning light warns of an light turns on while driving, stop the indicate a problem with the ETC system.
Page 126: Yellow Warning Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light Vehicle Security Warning Light — If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake If Equipped This warning light will illuminate when the system is not functioning and service is required as Trailer Brake has been disconnected.
Page 127 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indi- When the LaneSense system senses the lane Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light —   cator Light come on momentarily each time the has been approached and is in a lane departure If Equipped ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/ situation, the LaneSense indicator changes...
Page 128 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Axle Locker Fault Warning Light — Cruise Control Fault Warning Light When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to If Equipped This warning light will illuminate to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic indicate the Cruise Control System is not This warning light will illuminate to...
Page 129: Yellow Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for CAUTION! CAUTION! proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, Do not continue driving with one or more flat The TPMS has been optimized for the original even if underinflation has not reached the level to tires as handling may be compromised.
Page 130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Suspension Bed Lowering Mode Cargo Light — If Equipped Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light Indicator Light — If Equipped This indicator light will illuminate when This light indicates when the front, rear, the cargo light is activated by pushing the or both axles have been locked.
Page 131: Green Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped TOW/HAUL Indicator Light REEN NDICATOR IGHTS This light alerts the driver that the vehicle This indicator light will illuminate when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With is in the 4WD Low mode. The front and TOW/HAUL mode is selected.
Page 132: White Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ECO Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped Turn Signal Indicator Lights Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light This light will turn on when ECO mode is When the left or right turn signal is This indicator light will illuminate when active.
Page 133: Blue Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If any of these systems require service, the OBD II NDICATOR IGHTS NBOARD IAGNOSTIC YSTEM system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (OBD II) C YBERSECURITY High Beam Indicator Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in Your vehicle is required to have an OBD II and a This indicator light will illuminate to...
Page 134: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND 1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see but do not crank or start the engine. an authorized dealer or repair facility. If your MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery NOTE:...
Page 135: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE TART EATURE WARNING! ENGINE Do not press the accelerator. Place the ignition Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,  switch briefly to the START position and release it. or in a location accessible to children, and do Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, The starter motor will continue to run and will...
Page 136: Autopark - Rotary Shifter And 8-Speed Transmission Only
STARTING AND OPERATING — R NOTE: 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine OTARY HIFTER AND prior to the engine starting, push the ENGINE If the gear selector is not in PARK, and the ENGINE PEED RANSMISSION START/STOP button again.
Page 137: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns off The message “AutoPark Engaged Shift to P then 4WD Low — If Equipped the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark. Shift to Gear” will display in the instrument cluster. AutoPark will be disabled when operating the NOTE: vehicle in 4WD Low.
Page 138: Cold Weather Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING The starter motor will engage automatically, run for If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, The starter should not be operated for more than 10 seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, but not have enough power to continue running 25-second intervals.
Page 139: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine 4. If the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, and the UTOMATIC RANSMISSION prior to the engine starting, remove your foot vehicle speed below 5 mph (8 km/h), pushing Start the engine with the transmission in the from the brake pedal and push the ENGINE the ENGINE START/STOP button once will turn...
Page 140 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON FUNCTIONS — Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” CAUTION! procedure except: WITH DRIVER’S FOOT OFF THE BRAKE PEDAL Do not crank the engine for more than (IN PARK OR NEUTRAL POSITION) 1. Pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button with 25 seconds at a time or starter motor damage the driver’s foot on the brake will move the The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar...
Page 141: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING — E 3. Place the ignition switch in the ON/RUN XTREME EATHER TARTING ROCEDURE NGINE position and watch the instrument panel 0°F T ANIFOLD EMPERATURE The Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine is equipped cluster lights. 66°F (–18°C 19°C) with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and operation: CAUTION!
Page 142: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (-18°C To 19°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 3. After the “Wait To Start” telltale goes off, place driver’s foot should be fully removed from the the ignition switch in the START position. Do brake pedal prior to pushing the start button If multiple pre-heat cycles are used before starting, not press the accelerator during starting.
Page 143: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE NOTE: The engine is equipped with an automatic electric air preheating system. If the instructions in this Engine idle speed will automatically increase to  Observe the following when the engine is manual are followed, the engine should start in all 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry operating:...
Page 144: Cold Weather Precautions
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under some circumstances increased engine EATHER RECAUTIONS  noise may be audible in the seconds following a Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or  Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F cold start. This is most likely to occur when using Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in (0°C) may require special considerations.
Page 145: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING Battery Blanket Usage temperature below freezing conditions, and may If the engine is allowed to idle or the truck is driven be limited to 1000 RPM for up to approximately on low engine speed drive cycles for more than two A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the two minutes under more severe cold conditions.
Page 146: Noise
STARTING AND OPERATING Idle-Up Feature 3. To cancel the Idle–Up feature, either push the Diesel equipped vehicles also have an exhaust CANCEL button, push the On/Off button, or after-treatment system to reduce emissions The driver-controlled high idle speed feature will press the brake pedal.
Page 147: Idle Shutdown
STARTING AND OPERATING Idle Time (min.) Before Engine Driving Condition Load Turbocharger Temperature Shutdown Stop and Go Empty Cool Less than One Stop and Go Medium Highway Speeds Medium Warm City Traffic Maximum GCWR Three Highway Speeds Maximum GCWR Four Uphill Grade Maximum GCWR Five...
Page 148: Cooling System Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Sudden change, outside the normal operating  range, in the engine operating temperature. Pressure Continual operation at low engine coolant Excessive smoke. (antifreeze) temperature below the normal range ...
Page 149: Engine Break-In Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING Block Heater Usage Use the appropriate transmission gear to  CAUTION! prevent engine lugging. For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral engine block heater usage is recommended. Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature ...
Page 150: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE NOTE: WARNING! When the parking brake is applied and the  Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the Never use the PARK position as a substitute transmission is placed in gear, the Brake  parking brake is fully applied.
Page 151: Diesel Exhaust Brake - Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the Use of aftermarket exhaust brakes is not parking brake released, a brake system recommended and could lead to engine malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system damage.
Page 152: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic “Smart” Exhaust Brake can be enabled WARNING! WARNING! by pushing the exhaust brake button (on the center stack) again anytime after the normal Full Exhaust The transmission may not engage PARK if the When exiting the vehicle, always make sure ...
Page 153: Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: RAKE RANSMISSION HIFT CAUTION! In the event of a mismatch between the gear (BTSI) S NTERLOCK YSTEM selector position and the actual transmission gear Damage to the transmission may occur if the (for example, driver selects PARK while driving), following precautions are not observed: This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI system that the position indicator will blink continuously until...
Page 154 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transmission gear selector has only PARK, WARNING! REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE positions. Manual After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to downshifts can be made using the Electronic allow the selected gear to engage before acceler- Never use the PARK position as a substitute ...
Page 155 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure WARNING! WARNING! that you have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK position: It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with ...
Page 156 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During extremely cold temperatures CAUTION! (-22°F [-30°C] or below), transmission operation In cases where the instrument cluster message may be modified depending on engine and indicates the transmission may not re-engage after Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any transmission temperature as well as vehicle engine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL...
Page 157 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode The ERS shift control allows the driver to limit the When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying highest available gear when the transmission is in a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission DRIVE.
Page 158: 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The electronically controlled transmission provides WARNING! a precise shift schedule. The transmission After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first allow the selected gear to engage before acceler- Do not use the TOW/HAUL feature when driving few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat ating.
Page 159 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! Never use the PARK position as a substitute Unintended movement of a vehicle could Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle    for the parking brake. Always apply the injure those in or near the vehicle.
Page 160 STARTING AND OPERATING range Ú page 153. Under these conditions, using The following indicators should be used to ensure WARNING! that you have properly engaged the transmission a lower gear range will improve performance and into the PARK position: extend transmission life by reducing excessive Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifting and heat build-up.
Page 161 STARTING AND OPERATING During cold temperatures, transmission operation Transmission Limp Home Mode 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. may be modified depending on engine and 5. Restart the engine. Transmission function is monitored electronically transmission temperature as well as vehicle for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected 6.
Page 162 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at WARNING! any vehicle speed. When the gear selector is in the The automatic transmission includes an DRIVE position, the transmission will operate Do not downshift for additional engine braking electronically controlled Overdrive (FIFTH and automatically, shifting between all available gears.
Page 163: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Torque Converter Clutch not cause damage to the transmission. The torque converter will refill within five seconds A feature designed to improve fuel economy has after starting the engine. been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter AUXILIARY SWITCHES —...
Page 164: Active Noise Cancellation
STARTING AND OPERATING ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION For additional information on the appropriate use LECTRONICALLY HIFTED RANSFER of each transfer case position, see the information (8-S ) — PEED RANSMISSION Your vehicle is equipped with an Active Noise below: Cancellation system that cannot be turned off. This QUIPPED system is designed to address exhaust and engine This is an electronically shifted transfer case and is...
Page 165 STARTING AND OPERATING When additional traction is required, the transfer If All Of The Following Shift Conditions Are Met: WARNING! case 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions can be 1. The current position indicator light will turn used to maximize torque to the front driveshaft, You or others could be injured or killed if you ...
Page 166 STARTING AND OPERATING The SERV 4WD Warning Light monitors the Because four-wheel drive provides improved control switch. If the vehicle is stopped, the ignition electronic shift four-wheel drive system. If this light traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning switch must be in the ON/RUN position with the remains on after engine start-up or illuminates and stopping speeds.
Page 167: If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Preferred Procedure The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN posi- This electronically shifted transfer case provides  tion for a shift to take place and for the position four positions: 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to indicator lights to be operable.
Page 168 STARTING AND OPERATING N (Neutral) For specific shifting instructions Ú page 165. If One Or More Of The Following Shift Conditions Are Not Met: N (Neutral) — This range disengages both the front The 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions are and rear driveshafts from the powertrain.
Page 169 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure control switch. If the vehicle is stopped, the ignition WARNING! switch must be in the ON/RUN position with the NOTE: engine either running or off. This shift cannot be Always engage the parking brake when powering If any of the requirements to select a new ...
Page 170: Manually Shifted Transfer Case - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Preferred Procedure The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN posi- N (Neutral)  tion for a shift to take place and for the position 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 N (Neutral) — This range disengages both the front indicator lights to be operable.
Page 171 STARTING AND OPERATING The Transfer Case Position Indicator Light in the With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), WARNING! instrument cluster will alert the driver that the shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. While the vehicle is in four-wheel drive and that the front and vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), You or others could be injured or killed if you...
Page 172: Air Suspension System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Light NOTE: Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard position of the suspension and is meant for normal Most 3500 models will not lower to Alternate The Transfer Case Position Indicator Light in the ...
Page 173: Instrument Cluster Display Messages
STARTING AND OPERATING Transport Mode NOTE: NSTRUMENT LUSTER ISPLAY The LED will continuously blink until Normal Ride For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the ESSAGES Height (NRH) has been achieved and the LED will road, the air suspension system has a feature turn off.
Page 174: Axle Locker System - Power Wagon
STARTING AND OPERATING AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER WAGON CAUTION! MODELS ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Do not try to lock the rear axle if the vehicle is  stuck and the tires are spinning. You can This vehicle is equipped with electronically locking damage drivetrain components.
Page 175: Stabilizer/Sway Bar System
STARTING AND OPERATING To lock the rear axle, place the vehicle in 4WD When both the axles are locked, to unlock the front This system is controlled by the electronic control LOW, 4WD HIGH or two-wheel drive Ú page 160. axle, push the REAR LOCK button while in 4WD sway bar switch located below the instrument Push the REAR LOCK button while traveling less...
Page 176: Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon
STARTING AND OPERATING halves of the bar must be aligned. This alignment trails or recreation areas. You should always tread WARNING! may require that the vehicle be driven onto level lightly and only use established roads, trails or ORV ground or rocked from side to side. recreational areas.
Page 177: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING Water Fording Characteristics The Basics Of Off-Road Driving CAUTION! Water fording characteristic is the vehicle's ability You will encounter many types of terrain driving Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other to cross a body of still water, where the powertrain off-road.
Page 178: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
STARTING AND OPERATING Snow – In heavy snow or for additional control entering any mud hole, get out and determine  ROSSING BSTACLES OCKS and traction at slower speeds, shift the trans- how deep it is, if there are any hidden obstacles THER OINTS mission to a low gear and shift the transfer case...
Page 179: Hill Climbing
STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Large Rocks at a 45-degree angle ahead of the front tires. Use Getting High Centered the removed dirt to fill the rut ahead of the turnout When approaching large rocks, choose a path If you get hung up or high centered on an object, you just created.
Page 180 STARTING AND OPERATING Before Climbing A Steep Hill – As you approach usually provide enough traction to complete the  WARNING! a hill consider its grade or steepness. Determine climb. If you do not make it to the top, place the if it is too steep.
Page 181: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway – If you RIVING HROUGH ATER  CAUTION! stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a Extreme care should be taken crossing any type of steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, water.
Page 182: Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or ance. You should never attempt to cross flowing You will need to experiment to determine what is  Other Standing Water – Puddles, pools, flooded water which is deeper than the vehicle's running right for your situation.
Page 183 STARTING AND OPERATING Can you still move the vehicle? Is there an anchor Rock Cycling Your Vehicle – Rock cycling your Using The Tow Hooks With A Tow Strap – Tow   point to winch to? Are you alone or do you have vehicle is one of the easiest, fastest and most straps are a quick and easy way to recover your another vehicle to help? Is there high risk of...
Page 184: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING The driver of the pulling vehicle should let off the anchor point. It needs to be strong enough to WARNING! throttle without using the brakes, once signaled hold more than the vehicle's weight and provide by the other driver. This sequence is important a direction of pull as straight as possible.
Page 185: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL Check threaded fasteners for looseness, partic- Care should be taken to avoid sudden  accelerations when both rear wheels are on a ularly on the chassis, drivetrain components, The limited-slip differential provides additional steering, and suspension. Retighten them, if slippery surface.
Page 186: Your Winch
STARTING AND OPERATING Tensioning The Winch Rope Low Voltage Interrupt 1. Remote Control: The remote control provides the interface between the winch operator and The winch rope must be properly tensioned before Your winch is equipped with a device that will the winch.
Page 187: Winch Accessories
STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Synthetic Rope: The synthetic rope allows the Snatch/Block Pulley: Used properly, the PERATING INCH winch to be connected to an anchor to provide multi-purpose snatch block allows you to a pulling force. This synthetic rope is highly (1) increase the winch's pulling power;...
Page 188 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information WARNING! CAUTION! Practice using your winch before you get stuck. Never wrap synthetic rope back onto itself. Always inspect winch installation and   Some key points to remember when using your Always use a choker chain, wire choker rope or synthetic rope condition before operating the winch are: tree trunk protector on the anchor.
Page 189 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Inspect the winch, winch mount, and WARNING! synthetic rope for damage. Do not use the winch if the mount is loose or rope shows Never touch winch rope or hook while  excessive wear, frays, or damage. someone else is at the control switch or during winching operation.
Page 190 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Secure to the anchor point. Once you have hand brake and block its wheels to prevent your 8. Lock the clutch. Lock the winch drum by established your anchor point, secure the vehicle from moving. Ideally, you'll want an anchor rotating the clutch lever on the winch to tree-trunk protector or choker-chain around point that will enable you to pull straight in the...
Page 191 STARTING AND OPERATING 10. Put synthetic rope under tension. Using the Do not approach or move the blanket once ten- remote control switch, slowly wind the rope sion is applied. Do not allow it to get pulled into until no slack remains. Once the rope is under the fairlead.
Page 192 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 15. Secure the vehicle. Once recovery of the 14. Begin winching. With the winching vehicles engine on and light tension already on the vehicle is complete, be sure to secure the Avoid overheating the winch motor. For ...
Page 193: Rigging Techniques
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: power, or maintaining a straight-line pulling How to spool under no load: Arrange the remote situation. You will have to assess what technique is correct for your situation. Think "safety" at all control lead so it cannot be caught in the winch. times.
Page 194: Hydraulic Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING Increasing Pulling Power the mounting kit. Secure to the anchor point with a CAUTION! tree trunk protector or choker chain. Attach the In some cases, you may find yourself needing more clevis/shackle. Attach the shackle to the two ends Prolonged operation of the steering system at pulling power.
Page 195: Cruise Control Systems - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Only one Cruise Control feature can operate at a To Activate  CAUTION! time. For example, if Fixed Speed Cruise Control Push the on/off button to activate the Cruise is enabled, Adaptive Cruise Control will be Do not use chemical flushes in your power Control.
Page 196 STARTING AND OPERATING To Resume Speed A cruise indicator light, along with set speed will If the button is continually pushed, the set  also appear and stay on in the instrument cluster speed will continue to adjust until the button is To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) display when the speed is set.
Page 197: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
STARTING AND OPERATING (ACC) DAPTIVE RUISE ONTROL WARNING! WARNING! Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve- Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop   convenience provided by Cruise Control while nience system. It is not a substitute for active while following a vehicle ahead and hold traveling on highways and major roadways.
Page 198 STARTING AND OPERATING Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Push the ACC on/off button until one of the following appears in the instrument cluster display: The buttons on the right side of the steering wheel The minimum set speed for the ACC system is Adaptive Cruise Control Off operate the ACC system.
Page 199 STARTING AND OPERATING To Activate/Deactivate NOTE: If either system is set when the vehicle speed is Fixed Speed Cruise Control can be used without above 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control the current speed of the vehicle.
Page 200 STARTING AND OPERATING To Vary The Speed Setting Driver door is opened at low speeds. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph  (32 km/h) when only Fixed Speed Cruise Control is A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs. To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed ...
Page 201 STARTING AND OPERATING When ACC Is Active The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: When you use the SET (-) button to decelerate, if  the engine’s braking power does not slow the The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above ...
Page 202 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Detect — If Equipped will cancel and the brakes will release. A cancel This message can sometimes be displayed while message will display on the instrument cluster driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. ice and snow, When a trailer is detected, the ACC system display and produce a warning chime.
Page 203 STARTING AND OPERATING When the condition that deactivated the system is This message can sometimes be displayed while unavailable. If this occurs, try activating ACC again no longer present, the system will return to the driving in adverse weather conditions. The ACC/ later, following an ignition cycle.
Page 204 STARTING AND OPERATING TOWING A TRAILER TURNS AND BENDS LANE CHANGING ACC while towing a trailer is recommended only When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely with an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller. system may decrease the vehicle speed and in the lane in which you are traveling.
Page 205: Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST — NARROW VEHICLES STATIONARY OBJECTS AND VEHICLES Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer ACC does not react to stationary objects or IF EQUIPPED edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not vehicles.
Page 206: Parksense Sensors
STARTING AND OPERATING The six ParkSense sensors, located in the front ENSE ENSORS ENSE ARNING ISPLAY fascia/bumper, monitor the area in front of the The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear The ParkSense Warning screen is located within vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the the instrument cluster display.
Page 207 STARTING AND OPERATING Front/Rear ParkSense Arcs 1 — No Tone/Solid Arc 6 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 2 — No Tone/Flashing Arc 7 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 3 — Fast Tone/Flashing Arc 8 — Slow Tone/Solid Arc 4 — Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc 9 —...
Page 208 STARTING AND OPERATING If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 209: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING ALERTS FOR FRONT Front Distance Greater than 47 inches 47-39 inches 39-25 inches 25-12 inches Less than 12 inches (inches/cm) (120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) Audible Alert Chime None None None Fast Continuous Arcs-Left...
Page 210: Service The Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System
STARTING AND OPERATING Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking ERVICE ENSE RONT LEANING ENSE YSTEM  care not to scratch or damage them. The SSIST YSTEM Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, soap and a soft cloth.
Page 211: Lanesense - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING system provides a haptic warning in the form of WARNING! CAUTION! torque applied to the steering wheel to prompt the driver to remain within the lane boundaries. The Drivers must be careful when backing up even ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is ...
Page 212: Turning Lanesense On Or Off
STARTING AND OPERATING When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines When the LaneSense system senses the lane URNING ENSE  are gray when both of the lane boundaries have has been approached and is in a lane departure The LaneSense button is located on the situation, the visual warning in the instrument not been detected and the LaneSense telltale...
Page 213 STARTING AND OPERATING Left Lane Departure — Both Lane Lines Detected When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift When the LaneSense system senses the lane   situation, the left lane line turns solid yellow. has been approached and is in a lane departure When the LaneSense system is on and both the ...
Page 214: Changing Lanesense Status
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: HANGING ENSE TATUS Removing the tailgate will disable the rearview If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph  The LaneSense system has settings to adjust the camera function. (13 km/h), the Rear View Camera image will be intensity of the torque warning and the warning Manual Activation Of The Rear View displayed continuously until deactivated via the...
Page 215 STARTING AND OPERATING If equipped with a Cargo Camera, a touchscreen The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera is located in WARNING! the center of the tailgate handle. button to switch the display to Cargo Camera image is made available whenever the Rear View Drivers must be careful when backing up even NOTE: Camera image is displayed.
Page 216: Surround View Camera System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available If active guidelines are enabled, the lines are until the gear selector is placed in DRIVE or overlaid on the image in the Rear View to illustrate Removing the tailgate will disable the rearview ...
Page 217 STARTING AND OPERATING The fifth button of the ParkSense Camera View Top View Plus Rear View NOTE: screen will change based on vehicle options. If not If the Backup Camera view was selected through the This is the default view of the system in equipped with a Cargo Camera or Trailer Reverse Surround View Camera menu, exiting out of the Rear REVERSE and is always paired with the...
Page 218 STARTING AND OPERATING If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available Pressing the Left & Right Tow Mirror Split The system is deactivated in the following Screen View button within the Trailer until the gear selector is placed in DRIVE or conditions if it was activated manually from the Reverse Guidance screen will display a REVERSE and speeds are at or above 8 mph...
Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING Cargo Camera With Dynamic Centerline — 2. Use the arrows on the bottom left corner of the Shifting to NEUTRAL from any gear will maintain Cargo Camera display to adjust the centerline the selected view (Zoom or Standard) as long as If Equipped the vehicle is below 8 mph (13 km/h).
Page 220 STARTING AND OPERATING Once activated, the camera image will remain on Activation WARNING! as long as the vehicle speed is below 8 mph The Trailer Reverse Guidance feature can be (13 km/h). Drivers must be careful when backing up even activated by pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance when using the Surround View Camera.
Page 221: Trailer Cameras - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: Set Up If the vehicle is not equipped with a Pickup Box: The Trailer Surround View Camera system includes RAILER URROUND AMERA The bottom wedge of the Top View will be an installation kit with a Trailer Surround View ...
Page 222 STARTING AND OPERATING For Gooseneck trailers, the connection from the Once the Trailer Surround View Module and Setting Description rear fascia goes to the rear chassis inline. cameras are installed and the trailer is connected Input the total length of to the vehicle via the 12-way connector, the Trailer Trailer Length the trailer...
Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING If the camera delay is turned on, the camera image Right View will display for up to 10 seconds after shifting out Pressing the Right View soft button will of REVERSE. The camera image will not display for give the driver a wider angle view of the 10 seconds if the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph right side trailer camera and is paired...
Page 224: Aux Camera - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Deactivation CAUTION! If the Trailer Surround Camera is activated The system is deactivated in the following manually, and the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, To avoid vehicle damage, Trailer Surround  conditions if it was activated automatically: deactivation methods for automatic activation are View should only be used as a parking aid.
Page 225: Engine Runaway - Diesel Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING Activation NOTE: WARNING! The AUX Camera is activated by first pressing the If the AUX button is pressed and no AUX Camera  In case of engine runaway due to flammable is connected, the touchscreen will display a blue Backup Camera or Cargo Camera (if equipped) fumes from fuel spills or turbocharger oil leaks screen along with the message “Camera...
Page 226: Refueling The Vehicle - Gasoline Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE NOTE: WARNING! When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the  ENGINE Never have any smoking materials lit in or fuel tank is full.  near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind the Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking”...
Page 227: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: OOSE ILLER ESSAGE WARNING! There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that filler pipe seals the system. A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a ...
Page 228 STARTING AND OPERATING System Overview Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage NOTE: Driving conditions (altitude, vehicle speed, load, This vehicle is equipped with a Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a very  etc.) will affect the amount of DEF that is used in (DEF) injection system and a Selective Catalytic stable product with a long shelf life.
Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING At 40°F (4°C) you could see some increase in After the indication appears on the instrument   the DEF gauge due to the tank thawing. The cluster display Ú page 109 fill the DEF tank gauge and level sensor are working properly and with no more than 4 gallons (15 liters).
Page 230: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING Extra care should be taken when filling with Each axle GAWR is determined by the components CAUTION! portable containers to avoid overfilling. Note the in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity level of the DEF gauge in your instrument cluster. (axle, springs, tires or wheels).
Page 231: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) OADING CAUTION! The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your The actual total weight and the weight of the front Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR.
Page 232 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Trailer Sway Control (TSC) vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) and a weight-distributing (load equalizing) The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION HITCH 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight distribution bars connected. ADJUSTMENT 4. Measure the height from the top of the front Towing With 2500/3500 Air Suspension wheel opening on the fender to the ground, 1.
Page 234 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Towing With All Other 2500/3500 (Non-Air 5. Install and adjust the tension in the weight Suspension) distributing bars per the manufacturer’s For all towing conditions, we recommend towing recommendations so that the height of the with TOW/HAUL mode engaged. 1.
Page 235: 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 236: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING RAILER ONGUE EIGHT OWING EQUIREMENTS WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not  drivetrain components, the following guidelines overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading are recommended. can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmis- CAUTION!
Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation  WARNING! WARNING! pressures before trailer usage. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's Total weight must be distributed between the   Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire ...
Page 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM) — The GAIN setting can be increased to a maximum of The user interface consists of the following: 10 or decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer If Equipped Manual Brake Control Lever braking).
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the steering 7. Push the RIGHT arrow and then push the UP or 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the wheel until “TRAILER TOW”...
Page 240 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: An aftermarket controller may be available for Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the   use with trailers with air or EOH trailer brake vehicle before launching a boat (or any other systems. To determine the type of brakes on device plugged into vehicle’s electrical connect) your trailer and the availability of controllers, into water.
Page 241: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING When activated the feature will enable all of the The sequence will only activate if the following OWING exterior lights sequentially for up to five minutes conditions are met: Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, for time to walk around and verify functionality.
Page 242: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING Cruise Control — If Equipped NOTE: EFORE LOWING Before installation of a snowplow it is highly recom- Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads.  Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper  mended that the owner/installer obtain and follow When using the Cruise Control, if you experience fluid level.
Page 243: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
STARTING AND OPERATING The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow PERATION ENERAL AINTENANCE system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, NOWPLOW TTACHED Snowplows should be maintained in accordance passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed with the plow manufacturer's instructions. either the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or The blade restricts air flow to the radiator and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 244: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)
STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) OWING EHICLE EHIND NOTHER EHICLE Wheels OFF The Two-Wheel Drive Towing Condition Four-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions Automatic transmission in PARK  Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Transfer case in N (Neutral) ...
Page 245: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING — T ECREATIONAL OWING HEEL CAUTION! CAUTION! RIVE ODELS Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this   DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the cause severe transmission damage.
Page 246 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into N (Neutral) NOTE: 9. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. Firmly apply the parking brake. Turn off the engine. If vehicle is equipped with air suspension, ensure Use the following procedure to prepare your For vehicles with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™, push the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode for a 4. Start the engine. Shift the transmission into 5. Turn the engine off. Shift automatic  shift to take place and for the position indicator NEUTRAL. transmission into PARK. On 8-speed lights to be operable.
Page 248: Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode for a  RIVING HROUGH ATER WARNING! shift to take place and for the position indicator Driving through water more than a few inches/ lights to be operable. If the ignition is not in the Driving through standing water limits your ...
Page 249: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING If you must back down a hill, back straight down Check threaded fasteners for looseness, partic-  CAUTION! using REVERSE gear. Never back down in ularly on the chassis, drivetrain components, NEUTRAL or diagonally across the hill. steering, and suspension.
Page 250: Multimedia
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS appropriate steps as needed. Similar to a WARNING! computer or other devices, your vehicle may For detailed information about your Uconnect require software updates to improve the usability As always, if you experience unusual vehicle  3 With 5-inch Display Ú page 269. and performance of your systems or to reduce the behavior, take your vehicle to your nearest potential risk of unauthorized and unlawful access...
Page 251: Uconnect Settings
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SETTINGS For the Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display, the USTOMER ROGRAMMABLE EATURES Uconnect 5/5 NAV With 8.4-inch Display, and The Uconnect system uses a combination of Uconnect 5 NAV With 12-inch Display buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the For Uconnect 3, push the SETTINGS button on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument top on faceplate.
Page 252 MULTIMEDIA My Profile When the My Profile button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays options related to the vehicle’s profiles. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will change the language of the Uconnect system and Instrument Cluster Language Display.
Page 253 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will display smartphone notifications and messages in the Instrument Phone Pop-ups Displayed In Cluster Cluster Display. This setting will allow you to set the time format (AM/PM). Sync Time With GPS must Time Format be “Off”...
Page 254 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Audio Settings This setting will open the submenu, containing the audio settings Ú page 265. App Drawer Favoriting Pop-ups This setting will allow you to favorite app drawer pop-ups with “On” and “Off” options. This setting will allow you to unfavorite app drawer pop-ups with “On” and App Drawer Unfavoritings Pop-ups “Off”...
Page 255 MULTIMEDIA Display When the Display button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display the options related to the theme (if equipped), brightness, and color of the touchscreen. The available settings are: NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will change the language of the Uconnect system and Instrument Cluster...
Page 256 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Set Theme This setting will allow you to change the display theme. This setting will allow you to change the units to “US”, “Metric”, or “Custom”. The available options within Custom are “Speed” (MPH or km/h), “Distance” (mi or Units km), “Fuel Consumption”...
Page 257 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 258 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting adjusts the volume of the Front ParkSense system. The available settings Front ParkSense Volume are “Low”, “Medium”, and “High”. This setting adjusts the volume of the Rear ParkSense system. The available settings Rear ParkSense Volume are “Low”, “Medium”, and “High”.
Page 259 MULTIMEDIA Clock When the Clock button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the different options related to the vehicle’s internal clock. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will sync the time to the GPS receiver in the system. The system will Sync Time With GPS control the time via the GPS location.
Page 260 MULTIMEDIA Phone/Bluetooth® When the Phone/Bluetooth® button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to Bluetooth® connectivity from an external audio device or smartphone. The list of paired audio devices or smartphones can be accessed from this menu. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Page 261 MULTIMEDIA Voice When the Voice button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s Voice Recognition feature. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will allow you to change the system’s voice to either “Male” or Voice Options “Female”.
Page 262 MULTIMEDIA Trailer Brake/Trailer When the Trailer Brake/Trailer button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display settings related to trailer towing. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description Select from “Trailer 1”, “Trailer 2”, “Trailer 3”, or “Trailer 4”. These trailer designations Trailer Select can be used to save different trailer settings.
Page 263 MULTIMEDIA Camera When the Camera button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s camera features. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will add a timed delay to the Surround View Camera when shifting out of Surround View Camera Delay REVERSE.
Page 264 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. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. 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 265 MULTIMEDIA Lights When the Lights button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s exterior and interior lights. NOTE: When the “Daytime Running Lights” feature is selected, the daytime running lights can be turned on or off. This feature is only allowed by law in the country of the vehicle purchased.
Page 266 MULTIMEDIA Brakes After pressing the Brakes button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description Auto Park Brake This setting will turn the Auto Park Brake on or off. Brake Service This setting will allow you to retract the brakes for servicing.
Page 267 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 unlock the driver Remote Door Unlock, Door Lock/1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks door on the first push on the Unlock button.
Page 268 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. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Page 269 MULTIMEDIA Suspension/Air Suspension When the Suspension/Air Suspension button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display settings related to the vehicle’s air suspension. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will display suspension messages in the Instrument Cluster Display. Display Suspension Messages The “All”...
Page 270 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will adjust audio volume as speeds increase. At a higher setting, the Speed Adjusted Volume volume will increase more as the vehicle speeds up. The available settings are “Off”, “1”, “2”, and “3”. Surround Sound This setting will turn the Surround Sound system on or off.
Page 271 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 272 MULTIMEDIA Reset When the Reset button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to resetting the Uconnect system back to its default settings. These settings can clear personal data and reset selected settings from other menus. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Page 273: Uconnect Introduction
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT INTRODUCTION YSTEM VERVIEW Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display 1 — RADIO Button 6 — COMPASS Button 2 — MEDIA Button 7 — SETTINGS Button 3 — PHONE Button 8 — MORE Button 4 — VOLUME & On/Off Button 9 —...
Page 274 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect exact software for your vehicle. Feature Description Press/Push the Radio button or Media button to enter Radio Mode/Media Radio/Media Mode and access the radio functions and external audio sources Ú...
Page 275 MULTIMEDIA Feature Description Rotate the rotary knob to adjust the volume. Push the VOLUME & On/Off button on the faceplate to turn the system on or off. NOTE: Push and hold the VOLUME & On/Off button for approximately 10 seconds to reset the radio manually.
Page 276: Safety And General Information
MULTIMEDIA Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen. Keep drinks, rain and other sources of moisture AFETY ENERAL NFORMATION  Doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen. away from the system. Besides damage to the Safety Guidelines system, moisture can cause electric shocks as Please read and follow these safety precautions.
Page 277: Uconnect Modes
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT MODES The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a ADIO push button in the center. The function of the Radio Controls left-hand control is different depending on which TEERING HEEL UDIO ONTROLS mode you are in. The remote sound system controls are located on The following describes the left-hand control the rear surface of the steering wheel at the three operation in each mode:...
Page 278 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: The radio is equipped with the following modes: Tune/Scroll Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob Pressing and holding either the Seek Up  clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to Seek Down button will scan the different  decrease the radio station frequency.
Page 279 MULTIMEDIA RADIO VOICE COMMANDS SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Mode — then-current rates until you call SiriusXM® at 866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM® If Equipped Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM, or Customer Agreement for complete terms SiriusXM® Satellite Radio stations you would like www.siriusxm.com (US) or to hear.
Page 280 MULTIMEDIA No Subscription When in Satellite Mode: Radios equipped with a Satellite receiver require a The SXM button on the touchscreen is high-  subscription to the SiriusXM® Service. When the lighted. radio does not have the necessary subscription, The SiriusXM® Presets are displayed at the top ...
Page 281 MULTIMEDIA REPLAY Replay provides a means to store and replay up to 22 minutes of music audio and 48 minutes of talk radio. Once the channel is switched, content in replay memory is lost. Press the Replay button on the touchscreen. The Play/Pause, Rewind/Forward and Live buttons will display at the top of the screen, along with the replay time. You can exit by pressing the Replay button on the touchscreen any time during the Replay Mode.
Page 282 MULTIMEDIA FAVORITES This Screen contains many submenus. You can Remove Favorites exit submenus to return to a parent menu by Press the Remove Favorites tab at the top of the Press the Favorites button on the touchscreen to pressing the Back arrow. screen.
Page 283 MULTIMEDIA Add/Delete — If Equipped Setting Presets The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the Radio Modes. Press the Add/Delete button on the touchscreen to activate the League Scroll list. Press the chosen For the Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display league and a scroll list of all teams within the A set of four presets will appear on the screen.
Page 284 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 speakers. Balance/Fade Press the Front, Rear, Left or Right button or press and drag the red Speaker icon to adjust the Balance/Fade.
Page 285: Media Mode
MULTIMEDIA Audio Source Selection The display will show the track number and index EDIA time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the Once in Media Mode, press the Source or Source Operating Media Mode start of track 1. Select button on the touchscreen and the desired mode button on the touchscreen.
Page 286 MULTIMEDIA Media Mode To insert an Auxiliary device, gently insert the In Bluetooth® Mode, press and release the Seek Auxiliary device cable into the AUX port. If you Up button on the touchscreen for the next In USB Mode, press the Media button on the insert an Auxiliary device with the ignition and the selection on the Bluetooth®...
Page 287: Phone Mode
MULTIMEDIA Audio MEDIA VOICE COMMANDS The feature supports the following: Audio settings can be accessed by pressing the Voice Activated Features Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth®, Audio button Ú page 273. and auxiliary (AUX) ports. Voice operation is only Hands-Free dialing via Voice (“Call John Smith ...
Page 288 MULTIMEDIA Phone Operation Pairing up to 10 phones/audio devices for easy The Phone feature is driven through your  access to connect to them quickly. Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. OPERATION Uconnect features Bluetooth® technology — the NOTE: global standard that enables different electronic Your phone must be capable of SMS messaging via Voice commands can be used to operate the devices to connect to each other without wires or a...
Page 289 MULTIMEDIA For each feature explanation in this section, follow-up prompt such as “Who do you want to PAIR (LINK) UCONNECT PHONE TO A MOBILE  call?” in the case where a phone call was only the compound command form of the voice PHONE command is given.
Page 290 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: NOTE: 9. When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to During the pairing procedure, you may receive a You must have Bluetooth® enabled on your  choose whether or not this is your favorite pop-up on your touchscreen asking you to make phone to complete this procedure.
Page 291 MULTIMEDIA You can also use the following VR command to DISCONNECTING OR DELETING A PHONE OR MAKING A PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE A bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen AUDIO DEVICE FAVORITE on the radio: 1. On the Paired Phone/Audio Sources screen, “Show Paired Phones”...
Page 292 MULTIMEDIA UconnectPhone.com MANAGING YOUR FAVORITES — IF EQUIPPED Phone Call Features See the Uconnect website, for supported phones. There are two ways you can add an entry to your The following features can be accessed through To call a name from a downloaded mobile favorites: the Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available ...
Page 293 MULTIMEDIA CALL CONTROLS KEY PAD NUMBER ENTRY ANSWER OR IGNORE AN INCOMING CALL — NO CALL CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS The touchscreen allows you to control the following 1. Press the Phone button. call features: When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the 2.
Page 294 MULTIMEDIA ANSWER OR IGNORE AN INCOMING CALL — MAKING A SECOND CALL WHILE CURRENT Automatic reply messages can be: CALL CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS CALL IS IN PROGRESS “I am driving right now, I will get back to you  shortly”. If a call is currently in progress and you have You can place a call on hold by pressing the Hold another incoming call, you will hear the same...
Page 295 MULTIMEDIA JOIN CALLS Advanced Phone Connectivity Fully Closed Windows  Dry Weather Conditions When two calls are in progress (one active and one  TRANSFER CALL TO AND FROM MOBILE on hold), press the Join/Merge Calls button on the PHONE WARNING! Phone main screen to combine all calls into a conference call.
Page 296 MULTIMEDIA Audio Performance Push the Phone button and wait for the beep to PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY say a command. See some examples below: Audio quality is maximized under: RESPONSES “Call John Smith” Low-To-Medium Blower Setting   Stuck in Yes.
Page 297: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
MULTIMEDIA RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Did You Know: Your mobile phone must have the To enable Siri, push and hold, then release the Uconnect Voice Recognition (VR) button on the full implementation of the Message Access Profile Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being (MAP) to take advantage of this feature.
Page 298: Regulatory And Safety Information
MULTIMEDIA OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED EGULATORY AFETY NFORMATION Your vehicle may be equipped with Off-Road Pages which display vehicle information related to the US/CANADA drivetrain, transfer case, and coolant/oil gauges. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation To access Off-Road Pages, press the Vehicle The radiated output power of the internal wireless button on the touchscreen, select the Off-Road radio is far below the FCC and IC radio frequency...
Page 299: Off-Road Pages Status Bar
MULTIMEDIA AGES TATUS 1 — Transfer Case Status 2 — Latitude/Longitude The Off-Road Pages Status Bar is located along the 3 — Altitude bottom of Off-Road Pages and is present in each of 4 — Hill Descent Control Status the four selectable page options. It provides information for the following items: 5 —...
Page 300: Vehicle Dynamics
MULTIMEDIA EHICLE YNAMICS 1 — Steering Angle 2 — Transfer Case Status The Vehicle Dynamics page displays information 3 — Rear Axle Locker Status concerning the vehicle’s transfer case and 4 — Rear Axle steering angle. The following information is displayed: 1.
Page 301: Accessory Gauge
MULTIMEDIA CCESSORY AUGE 1 — Oil Temperature 2 — Coolant Temperature The Accessory Gauge page displays the current 3 — Oil Pressure status of the vehicle’s Coolant Temperature, Oil 4 — Battery Voltage Temperature, Oil Pressure, Transmission Temperature, and Battery Voltage. 5 —...
Page 302: Pitch & Roll
MULTIMEDIA & R NOTE: ITCH Pitch & Roll values may show upon startup. These The Pitch & Roll page displays the vehicle’s current numbers will update once the vehicle is driven. pitch (angle up and down) and roll (angle side to side) in degrees.
Page 303: Suspension
MULTIMEDIA USPENSION ORWARD ACING AMERA The Suspension page displays the current status of Your vehicle may be equipped with a Forward the vehicle’s suspension system and the current Facing Camera that allows you to see an on-screen ride height of the vehicle. The Suspension page will image of the front view of your vehicle.
Page 304: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES The ABS is designed to function with the Original WARNING! Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) tires. Modification (ABS) may result in degraded ABS performance. The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including RAKE YSTEM  those resulting from excessive speed in turns, WARNING! The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and following another vehicle too closely, or...
Page 305: Electronic Brake Control (Ebc) System
SAFETY If the ABS Warning Light is on, the brake system Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have the light should be serviced as soon as possible to restore very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To repaired as soon as possible.
Page 306 SAFETY ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the WARNING! WARNING! vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot ...
Page 307 SAFETY Partial Off Full Off — If Equipped WARNING! This mode may be useful if the vehicle becomes This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly  stuck. This mode may modify TCS and ESC use only and should not be used on any public maintain your vehicle, may change the thresholds for activation, which allows for more...
Page 308 SAFETY Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light WARNING! (located in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as HDC is intended for low speed off-road driving soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot ...
Page 309 SAFETY Activating HDC NOTE: Disabling HDC During HDC the +/- shifter input is used for HDC Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically HDC will be deactivated and disabled if any of the target speed selection, but will not affect the gear if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude.
Page 310 SAFETY Disabling And Enabling HSA The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for The parking brake must be off.   several seconds then extinguish when HDC The driver door must be closed. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To ...
Page 311: Auxiliary Driving Systems
SAFETY Ready Alert Braking (RAB) NOTE: TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always RAB may reduce the time required to reach full use caution when towing a trailer and follow the braking during emergency braking situations. It trailer tongue weight recommendations anticipates when an emergency braking situation Ú...
Page 312 SAFETY NOTE: The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM Warning The BSM system DOES NOT alert the driver  Light located in the outside mirrors in addition to about rapidly approaching vehicles that are sounding an audible (chime) alert and reducing the outside the detection zones.
Page 313 SAFETY Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. either side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 314 SAFETY Rear Cross Path (RCP) The BSM system will not alert you of objects that When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle driver is alerted using both the visual and audible RCP is intended to aid the driver when backing out in adjacent lanes Ú...
Page 315 SAFETY Blind Spot Modes NOTE: BSM system will disable until the trailer is discon- Whenever an audible alert is requested by the nected. If the wrong option is selected, the system Blind Spot Alert has three selectable modes of can be reset by either disconnecting and recon- BSM system, the radio is also muted.
Page 316 SAFETY Automatic Trailer Detection Trailer Length Detection There are two modes of operation for the detection Once the trailer presence has been established, of the trailer length: the trailer length will be established (by making a 90 degree turn) and then the trailer length Automatic Mode —...
Page 317: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
SAFETY NOTE: Crowded areas such as parking lots, neighbor- NOTE:  Trailer length is determined within +/- 3 ft (1 m) of hoods, etc. may lead to an increased amount of FCW monitors the information from the forward false alerts. This is normal operation. actual length.
Page 318 SAFETY Turning FCW On Or Off The FCW system is intended for on-road use  only. If the vehicle is taken off-road, the FCW The FCW button is located in the Uconnect display system should be deactivated to prevent unnec- in the control settings.
Page 319: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
SAFETY The FCW system state is defaulted to “Full On” Near Service FCW Warning   from one ignition cycle to the next. If the system When the sensitivity of FCW is set to the If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster ...
Page 320 SAFETY will turn off once the system receives the updated The tire pressure will vary with temperature by CAUTION! about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). tire pressures. The vehicle may need to be driven This means that when the outside temperature for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in The TPMS has been optimized for the original ...
Page 321 SAFETY NOTE: Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Pressure Warnings The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire  care and maintenance or to provide warning of The Tire Pressure Monitoring System a tire failure or condition. Warning Light will illuminate in the If your vehicle is not equipped with the Tire Fill instrument cluster when tire pressure is ...
Page 322 SAFETY updated tire pressures, the system will Signal interference due to electronic devices or Vehicles With Non-Matching Full Size Spare Or  automatically update, the graphic display in the driving next to facilities emitting the same radio Compact Spare instrument cluster will return to its original color, frequencies as the TPMS sensors.
Page 323 SAFETY Once you repair or replace the original road tire can support up to 12 trailer tires per configured NOTE:  trailer on up to four configurable trailers and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the The vehicle may not be driven until the pairing non-matching full size spare or compact spare, Ú...
Page 324 SAFETY driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph Follow the on screen prompts to select the Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low number of axles (1 - 3), the number of trailer tires Pressure Warnings (24 km/h) in order for the TTPMS to receive the (2, 4, 6, 8, or 12), and the set trailer tire pressure.
Page 325 SAFETY System Limitations NOTE: NOTE: It is not required to have the engine running to After use, the TFA feature will NOT remain active The TTPMS may have difficulty transmitting enter Tire Fill Alert mode. after ignition shut down. The feature will need to be through steel-walled tires or on trailers longer than re-enabled when the vehicle is restarted The hazard lamps will come on to confirm the...
Page 326 SAFETY NOTE: The customer may also store the pressure values signal from being received. In this case, the vehicle chosen for each axle in the radio as a preset may need to be moved slightly forward or It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure.
Page 327: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY A system fault can occur due to any of the 7. The driver and front passenger seats should MPORTANT AFETY RECAUTIONS be moved back as far as practical to allow the following: Please pay close attention to the information in front air bags room to inflate.
Page 328: Seat Belt Systems
SAFETY Change Of Status Initial Indication YSTEMS If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, is first in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime equipped with outboard front passenger seat even on short trips.
Page 329 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! WARNING! All seating positions except the Mega Cab and A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside   Crew Cab front center seating position have or outside of a vehicle.
Page 330 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back A seat belt that is worn under your arm is  and adjust the seat. dangerous. Your body could strike the inside 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear increasing head and neck injury.
Page 331 SAFETY 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage NOTE: and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is In the driver and outboard front passenger seats, is comfortable and not resting on your neck.
Page 332 SAFETY First Row Center Seat Belt Operating too tight, pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt Instructions (Regular Cab Only) in a collision. The first row center seat belt (Regular Cab only) 8.
Page 333 SAFETY Seat Belt Extender Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even If the mini-latch plate and mini-buckle are not  when the webbing is fully extended and the properly connected when the seat belt is used adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able equipped) is in its lowest position, an authorized...
Page 334 SAFETY 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 positions remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a may be equipped with a Switchable Automatic collision.
Page 335: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt UPPLEMENTAL ESTRAINT YSTEMS retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still (SRS) retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child Locking Mode.
Page 336 SAFETY Air Bag Warning Light is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light following occurs, have an authorized dealer The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is service the air bag system immediately.
Page 337 SAFETY This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or WARNING! front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the  Air Bags based upon seat position. front seat of a vehicle.
Page 338 SAFETY Knee Impact Bolsters vehicle damage — for example, some pole WARNING! collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees collisions. No objects should be placed over or near the  of the driver and front passenger, and position the air bag on the instrument panel or steering On the other hand, depending on the type and front occupants for improved interaction with the...
Page 339 SAFETY Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside (SABICs) edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side window.
Page 340 SAFETY Side Impacts WARNING! WARNING! The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in Occupants, including children, who are up Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead  certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint  against or very close to Side Air Bags can be to more severe injuries in a collision.
Page 341 SAFETY The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or If A Deployment Occurs rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat complete ejection of vehicle occupants through irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation The front air bags are designed to deflate side windows in certain rollover or side impact continues, see your doctor.
Page 342 SAFETY Enhanced Accident Response System Electric park brake After an accident, if the vehicle will not start after  performing the reset procedure, the vehicle must Automatic transmission gear selector In the event of an impact, if the communication  be towed to an authorized dealer to be inspected network remains intact, and the power remains Horn...
Page 343 SAFETY Event Data Recorder (EDR) NOTE: WARNING! EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a This vehicle is equipped with an event data non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are Do not attempt to modify any part of your air ...
Page 344: Child Restraints
SAFETY NOTE: There are different sizes and types of restraints for HILD ESTRAINTS children from newborn size to the child almost For additional information, refer to  Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check http://www.nhtsa.gov/parents-and-care- all times, including babies and children.
Page 345 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 who Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Infants and Toddlers have not reached the height or weight limits of their Restraint, facing rearward in a rear seat of the child restraint...
Page 346 SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride Never place a rear-facing child restraint in Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear  rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two years front of an air bag.
Page 347 SAFETY Older Children And Child Restraints 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over WARNING! the front of the vehicle seat while the child is Children who are two years old or who have still sitting all the way back? After a child restraint is installed in the ...
Page 348 SAFETY Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Combined Weight of Restraint Type the Child + Child LATCH – Lower Anchors LATCH – Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Tether Seat Belt Only Restraint Only + Top Tether Anchor...
Page 349 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 for (LATCH) Restraint System Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.
Page 350 SAFETY Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Mega Cab LATCH Positions Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position)
Page 351 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the weight of the child restraint) for using the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt 65 lbs (29.5 kg) LATCH anchorage system to attach the and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined...
Page 352 SAFETY Locating The LATCH Anchorages Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars Regular Cab models have tether strap that are found at the rear of the seat anchorages behind the front center and cushion where it meets the seatback. right seats.
Page 353 SAFETY Center Seat LATCH Always follow the directions of the child restraint manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Regular Cab Or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No Not all child restraint systems will be installed as Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available described here.
Page 354 SAFETY 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect behind the child restraint, route the seat belt WARNING! it to the top tether anchorage. See through the child restraint belt path and then Ú page 354 for directions to attach a tether buckle it.
Page 355 SAFETY Crew Cab And Mega Cab Please see the table below and the following sections for more information. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate or Child Restraints In This Vehicle both.
Page 356 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of Always use the tether anchor when using the seat the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up Weight limit of the Child Restraint with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child to the recommended weight limit of the child...
Page 357 SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A For Regular Cab Models 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Place the child seat in the center of the seating anchorage, connect the tether strap to the (ALR): position.
Page 358 SAFETY 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly Installing Child Restraints Using The Top 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. If the second row seat can by pulling back and forth on the child seat at Tether Anchorage be reclined, you may recline the seat and/or the belt path.
Page 359 SAFETY Regular And Mega Cab Trucks: 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most Right Or Left Outboard Seats: direct path between the anchorage and the In the regular cab truck, the top tether 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between child seat.
Page 360 SAFETY 2. Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust Center Seat: the tether strap so that it will reach over the 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between seat back, under the head restraint, through the rear seat and rear glass to access the the tether strap loop behind the seat and over tether strap loop.
Page 361 SAFETY 3. Pass the tether strap hook under the head 5. Tighten the tether straps according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions, tightening restraint behind the child seat, though the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the right and left tether straps before the the right or left outboard tether strap loop.
Page 362: Safety Tips
SAFETY SAFETY TIPS Air Bag Warning Light RANSPORTING The Air Bag Warning Light will turn on for Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm RANSPORTING ASSENGERS four to eight seconds as a bulb check your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about when the ignition switch is first placed in and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO...
Page 363 SAFETY Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! WARNING! Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. ALWAYS REMOVE THE EXISTING ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide   Only use a floor mat that does not interfere with the FLOOR MAT FROM THE VEHICLE into the driver’s side floor area when the operation of the accelerator, brake or clutch...
Page 364: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
SAFETY authorized dealer inspect the complete exhaust ERIODIC AFETY HECKS HOULD XHAUST system and adjacent body areas for broken, UTSIDE EHICLE damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. WARNING! Open seams or loose connections could permit Tires Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and...
Page 365: In Case Of Emergency
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Push the button to turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers. When the button is activated, all The Hazard Warning Flashers button is located on directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn the upper switch bank just below the radio.
Page 366: Assist And Sos System - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho-  NOTE: rized by the subscriber Ú page 476. Depending on the vehicles trim level, the overhead The SOS and ASSIST buttons will only function if ...
Page 367 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SOS Call 4. You should be able to speak with the SOS 5. The SOS operator may attempt to contact appropriate emergency responders and operator through the vehicle audio system to 1. Push the SOS Call button on the overhead determine if additional help is needed.
Page 368 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the SOS Call system detects a malfunction, any Even if the SOS Call system is fully functional, WARNING! of the following may occur at the time the factors beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent malfunction is detected, and at the beginning of or stop the SOS Call system operation.
Page 369: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING NOTE: WARNING! If your vehicle is equipped with an air suspension ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to system, there is a feature which allows the auto- WARNING! matic leveling to be disabled to assist with the road.
Page 370: Jack Location
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel Once the front of the cover is loose, slide the cover Remove the jack and tools from the bracket diagonally opposite the jacking position. For toward the front of the seat until it is free from the assembly.
Page 371 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY There are two ways to assemble the tools: Assembled For Jack Operation CAUTION! Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising The lug wrench can only be attached to exten-  sion two (2). When attaching the tool to the winch mecha- ...
Page 372: Removing The Spare Tire
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to EMOVING PARE gain access to the spare tire retainer. 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give jack up the truck.
Page 373: Jacking Instructions
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ACKING NSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Only use the jack in the positions indicated  WARNING! and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to If working on or near a roadway, be extremely ...
Page 374 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Front Jacking Location 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. When changing the front wheel, assemble the 2. Using the lug wrench, loosen, but do not jack driver to the jack and connect remove, the wheel nuts by turning them the jack driver to the extension tubes.
Page 375 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. NOTE: If the bottle jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use Front Jacking Location Rear Lifting Point...
Page 376: To Stow The Flat Or Spare
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Remove the lug nuts and pull the wheel off. On 7. Install the wheel center cap and remove the Single Rear Wheel (SRW) trucks, install the wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or spare wheel and lug nuts with the cone shaped aluminum wheel center caps on the spare end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel.
Page 377: Reinstalling The Jack And Tools
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY EINSTALLING OOLS 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug. 2. Position the jack and tools into bracket assembly. Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw.
Page 378: Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Place the jack and tool bracket assembly in the For 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) models, storage position holding the jack by the jack use the flat end of the lug wrench to hook and pull turn-screw, slip the jack and tools under the off the hub cap.
Page 379: Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING REPARATIONS TART The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be the engine compartment, behind the driver side jump started using a set of jumper cables and a headlight assembly.
Page 380: Jump Starting Procedure
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. If using another vehicle to jump start the 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) TARTING ROCEDURE battery, park the vehicle within the jumper jumper cable to a good engine ground. A cables reach apply the parking brake, make “ground”...
Page 381: Gear Selector Override
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the battery.
Page 382: Manual Park Release
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY MANUAL PARK RELEASE Follow the below steps to activate the Manual Park Release: 8–S PEED RANSMISSION 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, WARNING! remove the Manual Park Release access cover, which is just above the parking brake Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the release handle, below and to the left of the...
Page 383: If Your Engine Overheats
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS 4. While holding the locking tab in the To Reset The Manual Park Release: disengaged position, pull the tether strap to 1. Push the locking tab to the right, to unlock the If the vehicle is overheating, it will need to be rotate the lever rearward, until it locks in place lever.
Page 384: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that WARNING! CAUTION! will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the engine. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may ...
Page 385: 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 240. NOTE: Vehicles equipped with the Air Suspension System Ú...
Page 386: Two-Wheel Drive Models
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to HEEL RIVE ODELS CAUTION! prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars FCA US LLC recommends towing your vehicle with and other equipment designed for this purpose, Towing this vehicle in violation of the above all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 387: 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 vehicle.  Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow Chains may break, causing serious injury or This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced death.
Page 388: Servicing And Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE An authorized dealer will reset the oil change Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: indicator message after completing the scheduled Check engine oil level.  ENGINE oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed Check windshield washer fluid level.
Page 389 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — G AINTENANCE ASOLINE NGINE At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Change oil and filter.  Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on. ...
Page 390 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 391 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 392 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING— DIESEL ENGINE At Each Stop For Fuel ular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indi- cator system turns on. Check the engine oil level at least 30 minutes after CAUTION! a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
Page 393 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — — Replace the engine oil and oil filter every HANGE NDICATOR YSTEM ERFORM ERVICE NDICATOR 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months, or IESEL NGINE IESEL NGINE sooner if prompted by the oil change indicator system. Under no circumstances should oil change Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change Your vehicle will require emissions maintenance at intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or...
Page 394 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — D AINTENANCE IESEL NGINE Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Change engine oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months or 500 Hours or...
Page 395 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;...
Page 396 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace the cabin air filter. To be replaced every 12,000 mi (19,000 km). Replace the engine fuel filter. Replace the chassis mounted fuel filter.
Page 397 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Change the transfer case fluid (4x4). Change automatic transmission fluid (AS69RC transmission only). Change automatic transmission fluid and sump filter (AS69RC transmission only).
Page 398 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first): Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 Or Kilometers: Flush and replace power steering fluid. Flush and replace engine coolant. 1. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first. 2.
Page 399 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6.4L G ASOLINE NGINE 1 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Power Steering Reservoir Cap 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 —...
Page 400 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6.7L D — 6-S 68RFE IESEL NGINE PEED 1 — Battery 7 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Reservoir 8 — Battery 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap 9 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 4 —...
Page 401 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6.7L D — 6-S AS69RC HD IESEL NGINE PEED 1 — Battery 7 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Battery 3 — Engine Coolant Pressure Reservoir 9 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 —...
Page 402 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer HECKING EVEL system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil that meets or exceeds the temperature range of markings on the dipstick.
Page 403 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AINTENANCE ATTERY CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free An authorized dealer has the qualified service It is essential when replacing the cables on  battery. You will never have to add water, and personnel, special tools, and equipment to the battery that the positive cable is attached periodic maintenance is not required.
Page 404 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Materials Added To Engine Oil The API Starburst trademark certifies NGINE 0W-20, 0W-30 and 5W-30 engine oils. The manufacturer strongly recommends against Engine Oil Selection — Gasoline Engine the addition of any additives (other than leak Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluid detection dyes) to the engine oil.
Page 405 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: NGINE LEANER ILTER When replacing the engine air cleaner filter on For the proper maintenance intervals Ú page 384. vehicles equipped with a 6.4L gasoline engine, replace with a dry (non-oiled) filter only. WARNING! Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, 1.
Page 406 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and ONDITIONER AINTENANCE Replacement — Diesel Engine For best possible performance, your air conditioner Inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and or should be checked and serviced by an authorized debris, if you find evidence of either dirt or debris dealer at the start of each warm season.
Page 407 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — The cabin air filter is located in the fresh air inlet CAUTION! behind the glove compartment. Perform the R-1234yf — (If Equipped) following procedure to replace the filter: Do not use chemical flushes in your air R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a conditioning system as the chemicals can 1.
Page 408 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. There are travel stops on both sides of the 4. Remove the filter cover by pushing in on the 5. Remove the cabin air filter by pulling it straight glove compartment. Push inward on right side finger tabs on each end of the filter cover.
Page 409 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 7. Reinstall the glove compartment on the CCESSORY RIVE NSPECTION hinges. 8. Pull the tension tether outward and reinstall WARNING! the glove compartment past the travel stops by Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive  pushing in on the glove compartment sides.
Page 410 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Belt replacement on some models requires the and turn the under body mounted filter drain valve CAUTION! use of special tools, we recommend having your (located on the bottom of the filter assembly) vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer. counterclockwise 1 full turn.
Page 411 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 8. Install new o-ring back into ring groove on the NGINE OUNTED ILTER CAUTION! filter housing and lubricate with clean engine — D EPLACEMENT IESEL NGINE oil. Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving  NOTE: surfaces. Drain the filter into an appropriate 9.
Page 412 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 1. Ensure engine is turned off. RIMING NGINE 2. Place drain pan under the fuel filter drain hose. — D IESEL NGINE 3. Open the water drain valve one full turn counterclockwise and completely drain fuel WARNING! and water into the approved container.
Page 413 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Use of biodiesel mixture in excess of 20% can If the engine is allowed to idle or the truck is driven  CAUTION! on low engine speed drive cycles for more than two negatively impact the fuel filter's ability to sepa- rate water from the fuel, resulting in high pres- hours, the system will automatically enter an Do not engage the starter motor for more than...
Page 414 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE (DEF) NOTE: services, the hood latch, release mechanism and IESEL XHAUST LUID safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending DEF sometimes known simply by the name of its on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor The external lock cylinders should be lubricated active component, UREA—is a key component of performance of blades may be present with chat-...
Page 415 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 416 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 5. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the Installing The Front Wipers If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust wiper blade from the wiper arm by holding the system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected 1.
Page 417 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! assessed against you. unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will You or others can be badly burned by hot ...
Page 418 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Coolant Checks If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or This vehicle has not been designed for use with  contains visible sediment, have an authorized propylene glycol-based engine coolant. Use of Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection dealer clean and flush with Organic Additive propylene glycol-based engine coolant is not every 12 months (before the onset of freezing...
Page 419 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Please review these recommendations for using Some vehicles require special tools to add  WARNING! Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems that meets the requirements of the manufacturer properly could lead to severe internal engine Do not open hot engine cooling system.
Page 420 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — I Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.  HARGE OOLER NTER OOLER Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator The level of the coolant in the pressurized coolant ...
Page 421 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE RAKE YSTEM WARNING! WARNING! In order to ensure brake system performance, all Use only manufacturer's recommended brake Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contam-   brake system components should be inspected fluid Ú page 471. Using the wrong type of inate the brake fluid.
Page 422 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check — 8-Speed Transmission reference holes on the dipstick at normal Use the following procedure to check the transmission fluid level properly: operating temperature. If the fluid level is low, The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not add fluid through the dipstick tube to bring it to 1.
Page 423 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 8. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release Fluid And Filter Changes — 6-Speed RONT RIVING the parking brake. Transmission LUID EVEL For the proper maintenance intervals Ú page 384. NOTE: For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are If it is necessary to check the transmission below In addition, change the fluid and filters if the fluid not required.
Page 424 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Drain And Refill Drain And Refill Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems For the proper maintenance intervals Ú page 384. For the proper maintenance intervals Ú page 384. The following maintenance services must be Lubricant Selection Selection Of Lubricant performed every six months or 7,500 miles For further information Ú...
Page 425 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tampering With Noise Control System AIR CLEANER Noise Emission Warranty Prohibited Removal of the air cleaner. The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as  manufactured by the manufacturer, was designed, Federal law prohibits the following acts or the Removal of the air cleaner filter element from ...
Page 426 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines) Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed. MILES 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000...
Page 427 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FUSES The fuses protect electrical systems against WARNING! excessive current. General Information If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an  When a device does not work, you must check the authorized dealer. fuse element inside the blade fuse for a break/ WARNING! melt.
Page 428 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Power Distribution Center CAUTION! The Power Distribution Center is located in the If it is necessary to wash the engine engine compartment near the battery. This center compartment, take care not to directly hit the contains cartridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and fuse box, and the windshield wiper motors with circuit breakers.
Page 429 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Power Distribution Center Location...
Page 430 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare 60 Amp Yellow – ABS Pump Mtr 60 Amp Yellow – Rad Fan HI/Lo * 50 Amp Red – 400W Inverter 40 Amp Green – Air Suspension Comp 40 Amp Green –...
Page 431 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Passenger Door Mod 30 Amp Pink – DTCM 20 Amp Blue – Gas - ECM * 25 Amp White – Diesel - PCM * 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 432 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare – 10 Amp Red Vented Seats * – 10 Amp Red Act Grille Shutter / Dam * – 20 Amp Yellow Horn – 15 Amp Blue Heated Strng Wheel * –...
Page 433 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare – – Spare – 10 Amp Red NH3 Sensor / PM Sensor * – 10 Amp Red A/C Clutch – 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils / CAPS –...
Page 434 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Transfer Pump * – 10 Amp Red Backup Alarm – 10 Amp Red SCR RLY / ATMM* – 10 Amp Red Electronic Stability Control (ESC) * –...
Page 435 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue IP Cluster – – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet / Batt – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet / Acc – 10 Amp Red MOD Invertor (Wake Up) / Power Port / USB IP / WCPM* –...
Page 436 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers In the instance a bulb needs to be replaced, this section includes bulb description and replacement part numbers. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved. NOTE: Please see an authorized dealer for LED replacement Interior Bulbs...
Page 437 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Front Fog Lamps (Halogen Reflector Headlamp) H11LL Front Fog Lamps (LED Headlamps) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Side Indicators (Front And Side View Mirror) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer) Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 3157K Premium Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp...
Page 438 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Replacing Exterior Bulbs 4. Reach through the access hole of the wheel 6. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter house splash shield and disengage the bulb turn to unlock the bulb from the lamp. BASE QUAD: LOW BEAM HEADLAMP, HIGH access cover by rotating counterclockwise.
Page 439 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. Look under the hood and behind the Outer Front Park And Turn headlamp to find the high beam bulb access See below steps to replace: cover. 1. Open the hood. 4. Reach behind the headlamp and disengage 2.
Page 440 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE REAR TAIL/STOP, TURN SIGNAL AND BACKUP Halogen LAMPS See below steps to replace: See below steps to replace: 1. Reach under and behind the front fascia/ bumper to access the back of the front fog 1. Remove the two screws and push pins that lamp housing.
Page 441 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) CAB TOP CLEARANCE LAMPS — IF EQUIPPED WITH CARGO LAMP See below steps to replace: See below steps to replace: 1. Remove the screws from the top of the lamp. 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/ lens to the body as shown.
Page 442 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SIDE MARKER LAMPS (DUAL REAR WHEELS) — IF EQUIPPED See below steps to replace: Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp Screw Locations 3. Pull the bulb straight from it's socket and 2. Turn the socket a quarter turn counter- replace.
Page 443 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRES Tire Markings NOTE: P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on US  AFETY NFORMATION design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size Tire safety information will cover aspects of the designation.
Page 444 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 445 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or  LL = Light load tire or ...
Page 446 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE EXAMPLE: 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) 03 means the 3rd week  01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) 01 means the year 2001 ...
Page 447 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: NOTE: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on vehicle. the driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door.
Page 448 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE (4) The resulting figure equals the NOTE: To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined available amount of cargo and luggage If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from ...
Page 449 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE — G Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability IRES ENERAL NFORMATION WARNING! Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable Tire Pressure Unequal tire pressures from one side of the  ride. Overinflation produces a jarring and vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the uncomfortable ride.
Page 450 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire The manufacturer advocates driving at safe inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure WARNING! speeds and within posted speed limits.
Page 451 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Run Flat Tires — If Equipped These indicators are molded into the bottom of the WARNING! tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 452 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: It is recommended you contact an authorized tire CAUTION! dealer or original equipment dealer with any Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when questions you may have on tire specifications or installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing Replacing original tires with tires of a different capability.
Page 453 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Summer tires do not contain the all season authorized tire dealer for recommended safe If your vehicle has this option, refer to an operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire tire sidewall.
Page 454 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! properly installed to the vehicle. Inflate the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle collapsible tire using the electric air pump before at the first opportunity.
Page 455 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low HEEL HEEL excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the Gloss Clear Coat Wheels All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned CAUTION! equipment to prevent damage to the wheels.
Page 456 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Please follow the table below for the recommended tire size, axle and snow traction device:  Snow Traction Device (maximum 2500 4x2 (2WD) & 4x4 (4WD) Axle Tire/Wheel Size projection beyond tire profile or Trim Level equivalent) LT245/70R17E Tradesman LT275/70R18E...
Page 457 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Traction Device (maximum 3500 DRW 4x2 (2WD) Axle Tire/Wheel Size projection beyond tire profile or Trim Level equivalent) Tradesman Bighorn Limited Rear LT235/80R17E U Class Laramie Longhorn Snow Traction Device (maximum 3500 DRW 4x4 (4WD) Axle Tire/Wheel Size projection beyond tire profile or Trim Level...
Page 458 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe Do not use traction devices on a compact  the following precautions: spare tire. Because of restricted traction device clear-  OTATION ECOMMENDATIONS ance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only traction Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles devices in good condition are used.
Page 459 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: READWEAR CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure The Treadwear grade is a comparative Information System (TPIS): When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have  rating, based on the wear rate of the tire to be remounted on the rim, or installed at a The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) ...
Page 460 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BODYWORK WARNING! WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based The temperature grade for this tire is ROTECTION TMOSPHERIC on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and established for a tire that is properly inflated and GENTS does not include acceleration, cornering, not overloaded.
Page 461 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fascia/Bumper Care NDERBODY AINTENANCE RESERVING ODYWORK The customer is responsible to clean and maintain Cleaning Headlights Washing the chrome components of the vehicle. Washing Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ...
Page 462 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, 4. Once dry, apply a small amount of Mopar®  CAUTION! consider mud or stone shields behind each Spray-On Bedliner Conditioner to a moist towel wheel. or sponge and wipe over the entire surface of Avoid products or automatic car washes that use the truck bedliner.
Page 463 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTERIORS For grease stains, apply Mopar® Multi-Purpose  WARNING! Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a EATS ABRIC ARTS...
Page 464 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster NOTE: LASS URFACES If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to Lenses All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye The lenses in front of the instruments in this basis with Mopar®...
Page 465: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses Any time a wheel has been removed and normal braking capability, the remaining system reinstalled on the vehicle, the lug nuts/bolts The VIN is found on the left front corner of the will still function with some loss of overall braking should be torqued using a properly calibrated instrument panel, visible through the windshield.
Page 466 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept the torques listed in the table. Go through the torqued to specifications at all times. Torque wheel sequence a second time to verify that specific stud nuts to specifications at each lubrication torque has been achieved.
Page 467 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents EFORMULATED ASOLINE should be avoided. Many of these materials Many areas of the country require the use of While operating on gasoline with the required intended for gum and varnish removal may contain cleaner burning gasoline referred to as octane number, hearing a light knocking sound active solvents or similar ingredients.
Page 468 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS E-85 I ETHYLCYCLOPENTADIENYL CAUTION! (MMT) I EHICLES ANGANESE RICARBONYL An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition  ASOLINE Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with malfunctions can cause the catalytic gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use converter to overheat.
Page 469 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water. To NOTE: prevent fuel system trouble, drain the If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline  Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable accumulated water from the fuel/water separator on your diesel vehicle, do not start the vehicle.
Page 470 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Fuel Oxidation Stability — Must Use Fuel Fuel In Oil Dilution — Must Adhere To Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for vehicles operating on biodiesel blends up to B20 Within Six Months Of Manufacture Required Oil Change Interval will result in premature engine wear.
Page 471 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLUID CAPACITIES 6.4L GASOLINE ENGINE Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 117 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons 121 Liters 2500/3500 Crew Cab Longbed Models — If Equipped 50 Gallons 189 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 6.4L Engine 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters...
Page 472 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Metric Engine Oil With Filter 6.7L Engine 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters Cooling System 6.7L Engine 22.0 Quarts 20.8 Liters ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 6.4L GASOLINE ENGINE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Engine Coolant (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Page 473 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Engine Coolant (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). In ambient temperatures above 0°F (-18°C), we recommend using 10W-30 engine oil such as Mopar®, Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets the manufacturer Material Standard MS-10902 and the API CK-4 engine oil category is required.
Page 474 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
Page 475 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and  may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Tech- nology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”...
Page 476 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Brake Master Cylinder We recommend using Mopar® DOT 3 and SAE J1703. We recommend using Mopar® Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar® ATF+4 Power Steering Reservoir Automatic Transmission Fluid. 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Only use ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Page 477: Customer Assistance
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Any communication to FCA US LLC’s customer center should include the following information: FOR YOUR VEHICLE FCA US LLC and its authorized dealers are vitally Owner's name and address  interested in your satisfaction.
Page 478 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that FCA US LLC is not responsible for any service EXICO require assistance can use the special needs relay contract you may have purchased from another Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 service offered by Bell Canada.
Page 479 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at See the Warranty Information for the terms and 50 U NITED TATES 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to , D.C.
Page 480 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To access your Owner's Information online, visit Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR www.mopar.com/om d`Innovation, Science and Economic Development (US) or To order the following manuals, you may use either applicables aux appareils radio exempts de www.owners.mopar.ca (Canada).
Page 481 INDEX ......84 Air Cleaner, Engine Automatic Tailgate Release ....401 ....68 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ........191 ......402 ....... 149 (Cruise Control) Air Conditioner Maintenance Automatic Transmission ....414 ....402 ..........419 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) Air Conditioner Refrigerant Adding Fluid...
Page 482 ........59 ......... 463 Battery Saver Feature Caps, Filler Clean Air Gasoline .............358 ..........395 Belts, Seat Oil (Engine) Cleaning ........307 ......... 190 ............451 Blind Spot Monitoring Power Steering Wheels ..... 415 ..........62 Bluetooth Radiator (Coolant Pressure) Climate Control ...........
Page 483 Driving Compartment Identification ...... 395 Daytime Running Lights ........55 Off-Pavement ..........172 Coolant (Antifreeze) ........468 Dealer Service ..........399 Off-Road ........... 172 Exhaust Gas Caution ........ 360 Defroster, Rear Window ........66 Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Fails To Start ..........
Page 484 ............. 463 Ethanol ........223 Filters Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Hazard ..........401 ............406 Air Cleaner Filter Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or ........69 ........... 463 ....... 244 Air Conditioning Gasoline Shallow Standing Water ..........406 ............123 ......361 Engine Fuel Light Hazard Warning Flashers ........
Page 485 Cab Top Clearance ........437 Idle-Up Feature ..........142 Key Fob Cargo ..........58 Ignition ............23 Programming Additional Key Fobs ....22 Center Mounted Stop ....... 437 Switch ............23 Key Fob Battery Service Courtesy/Reading ........59 Illuminated Entry ..........60 (Remote Keyless Entry) ........21 Cruise ..........
Page 486 ...........122 Security Alarm ............432 ............83 ....210 Service Maintenance Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ..........438 ......399 ......145 Side Marker Maintenance Free Battery New Vehicle Break-In Period ..........127 ......... 390 Snowplow Maintenance Plan Noise Control .........304 ....384 ..........420 Traction Control Maintenance Schedule Maintenance...
Page 487 Recommendation ......400 Power Synthetic ...........400 Distribution Center (Fuses) ....... 424 Radial Ply Tires ..........446 Viscosity ............467 Door Locks ..........30 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...414 Onboard Diagnostic System ......129 Mirrors ............48 Radio Operating Precautions ........129 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..
Page 488 ..........83 ..........275 ..........37 Release, Hood Satellite Radio Seats ..........84 ........279 ...........37 Release, Tailgate Saved Radio Stations Adjustment ........324 ........ 384 ............40 Reminder, Seat Belt Schedule, Maintenance Easy Entry ........121 ..........74 Remote Keyless Entry Seat Belt Reminder Folding Floor ....
Page 489 Sirius Satellite Radio ........275 Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) ... 134 Tilt Favorites ...........278 Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ....131 Down ............40 Replay ............277 Steering ..............40 SiriusXM Satellite Radio Power ............190 Tilt Steering Column .........33 Browse in SXM ..........278 Tilt Column ..........33 Tip Start ..........
Page 490 ..........439 ........231 Safety Trailer Towing Guide Connecting To A Particular Mobile ............440 ..........231 ..287 Sizes Trailer Weight Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing ..........449 ..........420 ......... 285 Snow Tires Transfer Case Help Command ........449 .......
Page 491 Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......455 Window Fogging ..........69 Universal Garage Door Opener Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Windows ............80 (Homelink®) — If Equipped ...... 50 Descriptions) ..........123 Power ............80 Unleaded Gasoline ........463 Warranty Information ........475 Rear Sliding ..........81 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....327 Washers, Windshield ........
Page 493 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.
Page 494 Whether it is providing information about specific product features, taking a tour through your vehicle’s heritage, knowing what steps to take following an accident or scheduling your next appointment, we know you will find the app an important extension of your Ram vehicle. Simply download the app, select your make and model and enjoy the ride. To get this app, go directly to the App Store ®...

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