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OW N E R ' S M A N UA L

2024 CHASSIS CAB

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Page 1 OW N E R ’ S M A N UA L 2024 CHASSIS CAB...
Page 2 ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR SERVICE. CALL 1-800-521-2779 OR VISIT CHRYSLER.RSAHELP.COM (USA) CALL 1-800-363-4869 OR VISIT can expose you to chemicals including engine FCA.ROADSIDEAID.COM (CANADA) SERVICES: Flat Tire Service, Out Of Gas/ exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, Fuel Delivery, Battery Jump Assistance, Lockout Service and Towing Service...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE.
Page 4 INTRODUCTION Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry Automatic Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped . . 39 (If Equipped) ....23 Power Convex Mirror Switch —...
Page 5 HOOD ......66 Lights-On Reminder ....46 Yellow Indicator Lights .
Page 6 NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE ..104 LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL ... . 123 ENGINE RUNAWAY ....147 Cold Weather Precautions .
Page 7 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) . 161 CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs ... . 211 SAFETY Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . . 161 Connected Services SOS FAQs — If Equipped . 211 SAFETY FEATURES.
Page 8 ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....284 TIRES ......315 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6.4L Gasoline Engine .
Page 9 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE ..334 WARRANTY INFORMATION ....344 6.4L Engine ....334 MOPAR®...
Page 10: Introduction
FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer. When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Ram best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.
Page 11: Symbols Key
To obtain dimensional and technical specifications for your vehicle, refer to the Body WARNING! These statements apply to operating procedures that Builder’s Guide at could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. https://www.ramtrucks.com/ram-commercial/body-builders-guide.html. CAUTION! These statements apply to procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS...
Page 12 INTRODUCTION Red Warning Lights Red Warning Lights Brake Warning Light Oil Temperature Warning Light page 88 page 90 Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Door Open Warning Light page 89 page 90 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light page 89 page 90 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light...
Page 13 INTRODUCTION Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights LaneSense Warning Light page 91 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light page 90 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light page 91 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light page 90 Low Fuel Warning Light page 91 Cruise Control Fault Warning Light page 90...
Page 14 INTRODUCTION Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Indicator Lights Service LaneSense Warning Light Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off Indicator Light page 92 page 93 Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light Service 4WD Warning Light page 92 page 93 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light NEUTRAL Indicator Light page 92 page 93...
Page 15 INTRODUCTION Yellow Indicator Lights Green Indicator Lights Snowplow Mode Indicator Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light page 93 page 94 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator TOW/HAUL Indicator Light Light page 93 page 94 Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light Automatic Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light...
Page 16 INTRODUCTION Green Indicator Lights White Indicator Lights LaneSense Indicator Light LaneSense Indicator Light page 94 page 95 Set Speed Display Indicator Light Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light page 94 page 95 Blue Indicator Lights Turn Signal Indicator Lights page 94 High Beam Indicator Light page 95 White Indicator Lights Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Indicator Light...
Page 17: Getting To Know Your Vehicle
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Lock/Unlock The Doors KEYS If the vehicle is equipped with remote power door locks, push and release the unlock button on the key fob once KEY FOB to unlock the driver’s door. Push the unlock button Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which supports twice within five seconds to unlock all doors.
Page 18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob NOTE: 2. Hold the key fob with the button side facing down, and locate the small rectangular gap on the left side • The replacement battery model is one CR2032 battery. The interior lights will turn off if you place the igni- between the housing and the back cover of the key tion in the ON/RUN position while the Panic feature...
Page 19: Sentry Key
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 5. Replace the battery by using your thumb to push WARNING! down and slide the battery under the small lip on • When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system the top edge of the opening. •...
Page 20: Ignition Switch
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Driving position. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible • All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate con- with some aftermarket Remote Start systems. Use of trols, heated seats, etc.). these systems may result in vehicle starting problems START and loss of security protection.
Page 21: Remote Start - If Equipped (Gasoline)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or • With Remote Start, the engine will only run for depleted battery.
Page 22: To Exit Remote Start Mode
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE REMOTE START COMFORT These features will stay on through the duration of SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start sys- Remote Start, or until the ignition is placed in the tem, push and release the START/STOP ignition button ON/RUN position.
Page 23: Remote Start - If Equipped (Diesel)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • • REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL) Hazard switch off The horn will pulse • • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) The turn signals will flash This system uses the key fob to start the •...
Page 24: To Disarm The System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE TO DISARM THE SYSTEM SECURITY SYSTEM MANUAL WARNING! OVERRIDE The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed using any • Do not leave children or animals inside parked of the following methods: The Vehicle Security system will not arm if you lock the vehicles in hot weather.
Page 25: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Driver or Passenger Side: POWER DOOR LOCKS — KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ — With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of IF EQUIPPED PASSIVE ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED) the door handle, grab the handle to unlock the vehicle.
Page 26: Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry Key Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door AUTOMATIC UNLOCK DOORS ON Fob In Vehicle: handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). EXIT — IF EQUIPPED To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle, the Passive The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with...
Page 27: Steering Wheel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED TILT STEERING COLUMN The steering wheel contains a heating ele- ment that helps warm your hands in cold This feature allows you to tilt the steering column weather.
Page 28: Uconnect Voice Recognition - If Equipped
If you see the NAV icon on the bottom bar or in the Apps of “Wake Up” words include “Hey, Uconnect” or menus of your 8.4-inch touchscreen, you have the “Hey, Ram”. Uconnect 5 NAV system. If not, you have a Uconnect 5 with 8.4-inch display system.
Page 29: Additional Information
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 3. Push the set (S) button on the memory switch, and then push the desired memory button (1 or 2) within • © 2023 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar and If equipped with power convex mirrors, these mirror five seconds.
Page 30: Memory Position Recall
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE MEMORY POSITION RECALL MANUAL ADJUSTMENT FRONT WARNING! SEATS — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or The vehicle speed must be lower than 5 mph (8 km/h) Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt.
Page 31: Manual Adjustment Rear Seat - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. On some models, the back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compartment.
Page 32: Heated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 inches The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or (2.27 cm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, rearward by using the power seat switch.
Page 33: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seats NOTE: • Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting on. If the vehicle is equipped with a 12-inch radio, there will The heated seats control buttons are located •...
Page 34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: WARNING! Do not reverse the head restraints (making the rear of Four-way head restraints have seven tilt/locking posi- the head restraint face forward) in an attempt to gain tions. When pulling fully forward, the head restraint will •...
Page 35: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Head Restraints Rear Head Restraint Removal The rear seats are equipped with adjustable and To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment but- removable head restraints. To raise the head restraint, ton and the release button while pulling upward on the pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 36: Mirrors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never You could lose control and have an accident. Always spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
Page 37 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tri-View Tow Mode — If Equipped Tow Mode — If Equipped The Tri-View Tow Mode will display the left and right Your vehicle may be equipped with an additional auxil- sides of the back of the vehicle using the outside mirror iary trailer camera to be mounted on the rear of a trailer.
Page 38: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Camera Signal Lost (Single View) The sun visor can also be extended while the sun visor This indication will appear when the Rear- is against the windshield for additional sun blockage view Camera has lost its signal. through the front of the vehicle.
Page 39 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Trailer Tow Telescoping Mirrors NOTE: Return the trailer towing mirrors to normal driving posi- Your vehicle may be equipped with manual or power tion or fold the mirrors prior to entering an automated trailer telescoping mirrors. These mirrors are designed car wash.
Page 40: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And POWER MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED Approach Lighting — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver's door trim panel. Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn signal and approach lighting contain LEDs, which are located in the lower outer corner of each mirror.
Page 41: Automatic Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC POWER FOLDING MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED When enabled within Uconnect Settings page 165, the exterior mirrors will automatically fold when the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position, and after the doors are locked and closed. The exterior mirrors will auto-fold in the following situa- tions after the ignition is placed in the OFF position: •...
Page 42: Forward Utility Lights And Rear Guidance Lights - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear guidance lights will also illuminate when the cargo light switch is pressed on the headlight switch If the Power Convex Mirror Switch is not pushed a sec- panel. This feature is programmable through the ond time, the switch will automatically default back to Uconnect system page 165.
Page 43: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Universal Garage Door Opener To operate HomeLink®, push and release any of the programmed HomeLink® buttons. These buttons Erasing all channels should only be performed when (HomeLink®) — If Equipped will activate the devices they are programmed to programming HomeLink®...
Page 44: Programming Homelink® To Agarage Door Opener
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® TO A 1. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® TO A locate the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button. This can usu- GARAGE DOOR OPENER MISCELLANEOUS DEVICE ally be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor.
Page 45: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CANADIAN/GATE OPERATOR 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink® button TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS and observe the indicator light. PROGRAMMING If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, NOTE: here are some of the most common solutions: For programming transmitters in Canada/United States ○...
Page 46: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EXTERIOR LIGHTS For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the parking lights and instrument panel HEADLIGHT SWITCH lights position to the first detent to turn on headlights, parking lights, and instrument panel lights. Rotate the The headlight switch is located on the left side of the headlight switch to the second detent for the AUTO instrument panel.
Page 47: High/Low Beam Switch
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • • On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights may If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp DIRECTIONAL LED HEADLAMP deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side of the Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be SYSTEM —...
Page 48: Headlights On With Wipers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS LIGHTS-ON REMINDER If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left also has this customer-programmable feature. When on after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, a your headlights are in the automatic mode and the chime will sound and a message will appear in the engine is running, they will automatically turn on when...
Page 49: Cargo Lights/Rear Guidance Lights - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR LIGHTS CARGO LIGHTS/REAR GUIDANCE The cargo lights will turn on for approximately 60 sec- onds when a key fob unlock button is pushed, as part LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED of the Illuminated Entry feature. COURTESY LIGHTS The cargo lights (if equipped) and rear guidance lights When these lights are activated using the button on the...
Page 50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before exiting the vehicle. If the interior lights are left on after the ignition is turned off, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Page 51: Windshield Wipers And Washers
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION WARNING! The brightness of the Uconnect touchscreen cannot be Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent adjusted when the instrument panel dimmer control is Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper rotated to the upper most detent, even when Display lead to a collision.
Page 52: Climate Controls
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CLIMATE CONTROLS • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the The Climate Control system allows you to regulate the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position. temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating •...
Page 53 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE A/C Button You can turn AUTO on in one of two ways: CAUTION! • Press and release this button on the touchscreen. Press and release this button on the touch- • Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Push the button on the faceplate.
Page 54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE SYNC Button Mode Control Bi-Level Mode Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC buttons on the touchscreen, or pushing the and floor outlets.
Page 55: Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Functions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE MAX A/C Setting Front Defrost Setting MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS Set the temperature control knob to the MAX Turn the mode control knob to the Front A/C setting to change the current setting to Defrost mode setting.
Page 56: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Temperature Control Panel Mode AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) Temperature Control regulates the temperature of the Air comes from the outlets in the instrument air forced through the climate system. panel. Each of these outlets can be individu- Automatic Operation ally adjusted to direct the flow of air.
Page 57: Climate Voice Recognition - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Operation Override Winter Operation Operating Tips Chart This system offers a full complement of manual over- To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- ride features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display mance, make sure the engine cooling system is func- WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS...
Page 58: Interior Storage And Equipment
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT WARNING! WARNING! • Do not operate this vehicle with a glove compartment This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the STORAGE in the open position. Driving with the glove compart- armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle ment open may result in injury in a collision.
Page 59 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Premium Center Console — If Equipped With the upper lid closed, pull the lower handle to open the lower storage bin. The lower bin contains a power The premium center console is equipped with two front inverter.
Page 60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Overhead Sunglass Storage Storage Bin (Regular Cab) — If Equipped At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is The storage bin is located behind the front seats and provided for the storage of one pair of sunglasses. runs the length of the cab.
Page 61 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Unfolding The Load Floor/Crew Cab 3. Lift the front panel until the load floor unfolds into position. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Load Floor Securing Straps/Crew Cab 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in Load Floor In Open Position the secured down position before you operate the Load Floor Legs In Stowed Position...
Page 62: Usb/Aux Control
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Two devices can be plugged in at the same time, and both ports will provide charging capabilities. Only one port can transfer data to the system at a time. A pop-up will appear and allow you to select the device transferring data. For example, if a device is plugged into the Type A USB port and another device is plugged into the Type C USB port, a message will appear and allow you to select...
Page 63: Electrical Power Outlets
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: An auxiliary power outlet can be found in the tray on top of the center stack. This power outlet works when the Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only USB Plugging in a phone or another USB device may cause ignition is in the ON/RUN, ACC, or OFF position.
Page 64: Power Inverter - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! If equipped, a 115 Volt (400 Watts maximum) inverter To avoid serious injury or death: may be located inside the center console towards the • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet right hand side, just under the Wireless Charging Pad should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 65: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE LED Indicator Status: To turn on the power outlet, simply plug in the device. Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15W 3A Qi® wire- The outlet turns off when the device is unplugged. less charging pad located below the center stack, •...
Page 66: Windows
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Phones must always be placed on the wireless CAUTION! charging pad within the outline shown on the pad so The power window switches will remain active for up to that its charging parts connect with the charging 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF posi- The key fob should not be placed on the charging pad coils of the system.
Page 67: Reset Auto-Up - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To close the window part way, lift the window switch WINDOW LOCKOUT SWITCH — and release it when you want the window to stop. IF EQUIPPED If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.
Page 68: Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HOOD 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the TO CLOSE THE HOOD hood and push the safety latch lever to the left to In one continuous motion, pull down on the front edge release it, before raising the hood.
Page 69: Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE...
Page 70: Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Use this QR code to access your digital 5. Speedometer 7. Fuel Gauge experience. ○ ○ Indicates vehicle speed. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON/RUN 6.
Page 71: Highline Instrument Cluster - Gasoline
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE...
Page 72: Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CAUTION! DESCRIPTIONS Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam- age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” 1. Tachometer pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with ○...
Page 73: Premium Instrument Cluster - Gasoline
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE Holding the OK button on the Instrument Cluster Display controls located on the steering wheel will allow you to change your display from Digital to Analog.
Page 74: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gasoline
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 2. Speedometer ○ Indicates vehicle speed. DESCRIPTIONS — GASOLINE 3. Fuel Gauge 1. Temperature Gauge ○ The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel ○ The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tank when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in temperature.
Page 75: Midline Instrument Cluster - Diesel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL...
Page 76: Diesel Instrument Cluster
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: DIESEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3. Instrument Cluster Display ○ ○ The gauge may take up to five seconds to update When the appropriate conditions exist, this dis- 1. Tachometer after adding a gallon or more of DEF to the DEF play shows the instrument cluster display mes- ○...
Page 77: Highline Instrument Cluster - Diesel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL...
Page 78: Diesel Instrument Cluster
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ○ DIESEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER The gauge may take up to five seconds to update after adding a gallon or more of DEF to the DEF 1. Tachometer tank. If you have a fault related to the DEF sys- tem, the gauge may not update to the new level.
Page 79: Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL Holding the OK button on the Instrument Cluster Display controls located on the steering wheel will allow you to change your display from Analog to Digital.
Page 80: Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3. Fuel Gauge INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ○ The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel DESCRIPTIONS — DIESEL LOCATION AND CONTROLS tank when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 81 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL OK Button: For Digital Speedometer: Pushing the OK button changes units (mph • or km/h). Menu Button • Press Menu button for Home Screen display. Navigate left or right • to highlight desired tile. Press OK to select desired. Once OK is pressed, cluster will navigate to selected submenu (e.g.
Page 82: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Custom Tile Configuration — If Equipped NOTE: OIL LIFE RESET These options may vary based on your vehicle trim Use this QR code to access your digital To customize the instrument cluster further, you are level.
Page 83: Display Menu Items
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Speedometer Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life • Distance Setting Change • System Cancel Push and release the up or down 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE arrow button • START/STOP button and place the ignition to the Driver Override until the speedometer menu item is highlighted in the...
Page 84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Off Road Trip A/Trip B • Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped • Push and release the up or down Fuel Tank Levels — If Equipped arrow button Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Off Road menu icon is displayed in the instru- •...
Page 85 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stored Messages For vehicles equipped with Blind Spot Monitoring Upper Left or Right (BSM): Push and release the up or down arrow button Coolant Temp Oil Temp Battery Voltage • When a Trailer Brake signal is detected, a pop-up until the Messages Menu item is highlighted.
Page 86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) Lower Left or Right Upper Left or Right • Restore Coolant Temp Oil Temp Battery Voltage None Time Current Econ • Cancel Trans Temp Oil Life Exhaust Brake – Compass Range Trip A Distance...
Page 87: Diesel Messages And Warnings
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now — • DIESEL MESSAGES AND WARNINGS CAUTION! "Exhaust Filter XX% Full Safely Drive at Highway Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages Speeds to Remedy" will be displayed in the instru- See an authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust ment cluster display if the exhaust particulate filter system could occur soon with continued operation.
Page 88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning ○ If the vehicle is shut off and restarted. ○ Messages If the vehicle is idled for an extended period of The vehicle will display messages when a derate time, approximately one hour or greater.
Page 89: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5 MPH Max Speed in 150 mi Service DEF System 5 MPH Max Speed Service DEF System See Dealer — • • Load reduction is only active when the engine is run- See Dealer — This message will display if the DEF This message will continuously display, and will be ning.
Page 90: Warning Lights And Messages
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Battery Charge Warning Light • • Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g. Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights, time and parking time). This warning light will illuminate when the overloaded power outlets +12 Volts, 115 Volt AC, •...
Page 91 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Door Open Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning NOTE: Light The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering This indicator will illuminate when a door is maneuvers, which change fluid level conditions. The ajar/open and not fully closed. This warning light warns of an overheated vehicle should have service performed, and the brake engine condition.
Page 92: Yellow Warning Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Temperature Warning Light Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning WARNING! Light This warning light will illuminate to indicate If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans- the engine oil temperature is high. If the light This warning light monitors the ABS.
Page 93 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light after Warning Light — If Equipped The LaneSense system provides the driver with engine start.
Page 94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire fail- If Equipped Warning Light — If Equipped ure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and This warning light will illuminate when the The warning light switches on and a mes-...
Page 95: Yellow Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off 4WD High Indicator Light — If Equipped CAUTION! Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is The TPMS has been optimized for the original equip- in the 4WD High mode.
Page 96: Green Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — Turn Signal Indicator Lights NOTE: If Equipped The Wait To Start Indicator Light may not illuminate if When the left or right turn signal is activated, the intake manifold temperature is warm enough. the turn signal indicator will flash indepen- This indicator light will illuminate when the Water In Fuel Indicator Light —...
Page 97: Blue Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped If any of these systems require service, the OBD II sys- WARNING! tem will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It When the LaneSense system is ON, but not will also store diagnostic codes and other information •...
Page 98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see an Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if authorized dealer or repair facility.
Page 99: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! Start the engine with the transmission in the PARK ENGINE • Driver inattention could lead to failure to place the position. Apply the brake before shifting into any driving vehicle in PARK.
Page 100: Tip Start Feature
STARTING AND OPERATING If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits the vehicle 4WD Low — If Equipped NORMAL STARTING USING ENGINE with the engine running, the vehicle may AutoPark. AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehicle START/STOP BUTTON in 4WD LOW.
Page 101 STARTING AND OPERATING Extended Park Starting 4. If the gear selector is not in PARK and the ENGINE The starter motor will engage automatically, run for START/STOP button is pushed once with the vehicle 10 seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, NOTE: speed above 5 mph (8 km/h), the instrument clus- release the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait...
Page 102: Cold Weather Operation (Below -22°F Or −30°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but WARNING! not have enough power to continue running when the USING THE ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON ignition button/key is released. If this occurs, continue •...
Page 103 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure 4. If the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, and the vehicle 4. After the engine Wait To Start Indicator Light goes speed below 5 mph (8 km/h), pushing the ENGINE — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F off, the engine will automatically crank.
Page 104: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING EXTREME COLD WEATHER Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure CAUTION! except: The Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine is equipped with If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on, DO 1. The Wait To Start Indicator Light will remain on for a several features designed to assist cold weather start- NOT START the engine before you drain the water period of time that varies depending on the engine...
Page 105: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: • If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left on for more than two minutes after the Wait To Start If multiple pre-heat cycles are used before starting, • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to Indicator Light goes out, reset the intake air heater additional engine run time may be required to maintain 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Tur-...
Page 106: Normal Operation - Diesel Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING • COLD WEATHER PRECAUTIONS The fuel grade should be clearly marked on the WARNING! pump at the fuel station. Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with The engine requires the use of ULSD Fuel. Use of •...
Page 107: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING Battery Blanket Usage NOTE: Your truck may have been ordered with an optional volt- age monitoring idle up feature. If a load is placed on the If ambient temperatures are low and the coolant tem- A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery electrical system while the truck is in PARK, this feature perature is below 180°F (82°C), the engine idle speed temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°C).
Page 108: Noise
STARTING AND OPERATING NOISE STOPPING THE ENGINE Diesel engines can create noises that may seem as a Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown. concern. The nature of a diesel engine is compression After full load operation, idle the engine three to five ignition where compressed air and fuel are mixed and minutes before shutting it down.
Page 109: Idle Shutdown
STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed IDLE SHUTDOWN Parts Continual operation at low engine coolant (antifreeze) This feature can be enabled so that the truck will auto- temperature below the normal range on the gauge matically shutdown when the truck has been idling for a All engine failures give some warning before the parts 140°F (60°C) can be harmful to the engine.
Page 110: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING • ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. indicators. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- •...
Page 111: Diesel Exhaust Brake (Engine Braking)
STARTING AND OPERATING DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE WARNING! BRAKING) • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement The purpose of the exhaust brake (engine braking) fea- and possible injury or damage.
Page 112: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic “Smart” Exhaust Brake Once the Exhaust Brake Indicator is illuminated and the WARNING! vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Automatic “Smart” Exhaust Brake technology delivers exhaust brake will automatically operate when the •...
Page 113: Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: sion out of PARK (or NEUTRAL, when the vehicle is WARNING! stopped or moving at low speeds). To shift past multiple The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the igni- • gear ranges at once (such as PARK to DRIVE), simply Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with tion is in the ACC position (even though the engine will rotate the gear selector to the appropriate detent.
Page 114 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NEUTRAL (N) On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the transfer Use this range when the vehicle is standing for pro- case is in a drive position. longed periods with the engine running. Apply the park- ing brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you When exiting the vehicle, always: must exit the vehicle.
Page 115 STARTING AND OPERATING During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F [-30°C] or 4. Wait approximately 30 seconds. below), transmission operation may be modified 5. Restart the engine. depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume 6.
Page 116: 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. Chassis Cab models may use either the AS66RC or NOTE: AS69RC transmission (which are equipped with a Power Take Off (PTO) access cover on the side of the After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow transmission case).
Page 117 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission becomes extremely hot or is in dan- CAUTION! WARNING! ger of overheating, the Transmission Temperature Warning Light may illuminate and the transmission may • Before moving the transmission gear selector out Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the igni- operate differently until the transmission cools down.
Page 118 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation WARNING! Transmission function is monitored electronically for The ERS shift control allows the driver to limit the high- Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that est available gear when the transmission is in DRIVE.
Page 119: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
The torque converter clutch will not engage, until the For further information on using the auxiliary switches, transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm please refer to the Ram Body Builder’s Guide by (usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving). accessing Because engine speed is higher when the torque https://www.ramtrucks.com/ram-commercial/...
Page 120: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (8-Speed Transmission) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD HIGH ELECTRONICALLY SHIFTED WARNING! Four-Wheel Drive High Range — This range provides TRANSFER CASE (8-SPEED • The transmission may not engage PARK if the torque to the front driveshaft (engages four-wheel drive) TRANSMISSION) — IF EQUIPPED vehicle is moving.
Page 121 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case WARNING! position have been met, the current position indica- The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and tor light will turn off, the selected position indicator 4WD LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and Always engage the parking brake when powering light will flash until the transfer case completes the...
Page 122: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (6-Speed Transmission) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING Preferred Procedure 4WD HIGH ELECTRONICALLY SHIFTED Four-Wheel Drive High Range — This range maximizes 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to TRANSFER CASE (6-SPEED torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 123 STARTING AND OPERATING If One Or More Of The Following Shift Conditions Are NOTE: When additional traction is required, the transfer case Not Met: 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions can be used to Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or maximize torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the rear wheels are spinning, as this can cause damage to 1.
Page 124: Manually Shifted Transfer Case - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 2WD TO 4WD HIGH Alternate Procedure Two-Wheel Drive High Range — This range is for normal Push the desired position on the four-wheel drive con- 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. street and highway driving on dry, hard surfaced roads. trol switch to shift the transfer case.
Page 125: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted • are locked together. This light will illuminate when the Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle transfer case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L posi- Transfer Case completely stopped, however difficulty may occur tion.
Page 126: Power Take Off (Pto) Operation
340. of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering available at the Ram Truck Body Builder’s web site: fluid temperature and it should be avoided when pos- https://www.ramtrucks.com/ram-commercial/ sible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur.
Page 127: Cruise Control Systems - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING To Set A Desired Speed CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — Turn the Cruise Control on. IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, push the SET (+) or SET (-) button and release. Release the Your vehicle may be equipped with the Cruise Control accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected system, or the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system: speed.
Page 128: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
STARTING AND OPERATING To Deactivate NOTE: NOTE: When you override and push the SET (+) or SET (-) but- A tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC (cancel) • If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will ton, the new set speed will be the current speed of the button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the apply limited braking or acceleration (not to exceed...
Page 129 STARTING AND OPERATING Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! When ACC is activated, but the vehicle speed setting The buttons on the right side of the steering wheel ○ Does not always fully recognize complex driving has not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive operate the ACC system.
Page 130 STARTING AND OPERATING To Set A Desired ACC Speed NOTE: • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the • Keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal can • SET (+) button or the SET (-) button and release.
Page 131 STARTING AND OPERATING To Turn Off NOTE: WARNING! When you override and push the SET (+) button or SET The system will turn off and clear the set speed in (-) buttons, the new set speed will be the current speed The Resume function should only be used if traffic memory if: of the vehicle.
Page 132 STARTING AND OPERATING Overtake Aid NOTE: If the vehicles Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM) When driving with ACC engaged and following a vehicle, detects a trailer is connected to the vehicle, and ACC is the system will provide an additional acceleration up to enabled, the system will increase the distance to the the ACC set speed to assist passing the vehicle.
Page 133 STARTING AND OPERATING Display Warnings And Maintenance • Do not attach or install any accessories near the If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should sensor, including transparent material or aftermar- examine the windshield and the camera located on the “WIPE FRONT RADAR SENSOR IN FRONT OF ket grilles.
Page 134 STARTING AND OPERATING TURNS AND BENDS LANE CHANGING • Any modifications to the vehicle that may obstruct the field of view of the radar/camera are not When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the recommended.
Page 135: Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist
ParkSense sensors are shipped loose. Please vehicle. refer to the Ram Body Builder’s Guide for more information. The four ParkSense sensors are to be located in the rear fascia/bumper, and monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’...
Page 136 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 137 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 138: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Front or Rear ParkSense switch is pushed, and the sys- PARKSENSE SYSTEM USAGE tem requires service, the Front or Rear ParkSense ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, if on, PRECAUTIONS switch LED will blink momentarily, and then the LED will when the system is sounding an audio tone.
Page 139: Lanesense - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! When operating conditions have been met, the Lane- Sense system will monitor if the driver’s hands are on • Drivers must be careful when backing up even LANESENSE OPERATION the steering wheel and provide an audible and visual when using ParkSense.
Page 140: Lanesense Warning Message
STARTING AND OPERATING LANESENSE WARNING MESSAGE The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift condition through the instrument cluster display. When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines are gray when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected and the LaneSense telltale is solid white.
Page 141: Changing Lanesense Status
Rear Back Up Camera is shipped loose and not When enabled in the Uconnect system and a turn signal installed. Please refer to the Ram Body Builder’s Guide is activated, the corresponding side view mirror camera for more information.
Page 142 STARTING AND OPERATING Whenever the Rear View Camera image is activated If equipped with a Cargo Camera, a touchscreen button WARNING! through the Back Up Camera button in the Controls is made available to indicate the current active Camera menu, and the vehicle speed is greater than, or equal image being displayed whenever the Rear View Camera Drivers must be careful when backing up even when to, 8 mph (13 km/h), a display timer for the image is...
Page 143: Surround View Camera System
Rear Back Up Camera is shipped loose Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m) the gear selector is placed in DRIVE or REVERSE. and not installed. Please refer to the Ram Body 6.5 ft or greater NOTE: Green Builder’s Guide for more information.
Page 144 STARTING AND OPERATING Top View Plus Rear View Cargo Camera The fifth button of the ParkSense Camera View screen will change based on the features present in the This is the default view of the system in Pressing the Cargo Camera button will pro- vehicle.
Page 145 STARTING AND OPERATING Zoom View Cargo Camera Zoom View • When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with camera delay turned off, the Surround View Camera When the Rear View image is being displayed, and the When the Cargo Camera image is being dis- mode is exited and the last known screen appears vehicle speed is below 8 mph (13 km/h) while in any played, and the vehicle speed is below...
Page 146 STARTING AND OPERATING Activation Activation Driver Blind Spot The Forward Facing Camera can be activated in the The Trailer Reverse Guidance feature can be activated Pressing the Driver’s Blind Spot button will following ways: by pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance button on the provide a full screen view of the driver’s out- Back Up/Cargo Camera Display.
Page 147: Trailer Cameras - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: Inputting Trailer Values If the vehicle is not equipped with a Pickup Box: For the Trailer Surround View Camera system to func- • Trailer Surround View Camera kit is only available for tion, all fields must be entered. When a value is needed •...
Page 148 STARTING AND OPERATING Modes Of Operation Rear View Trailer Reverse Guidance The Trailer Surround View Camera system offers two Pressing the Rear View button will show the Pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance but- different camera displays: Top View and Rear View in a split screen ton will provide a split screen view of the display.
Page 149: Aux Camera - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: AUX CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED AUX 2 Camera Button • If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up Your vehicle may be equipped with one or two AUX Cam- on the camera lenses, clean the lenses, rinse with eras, which display a rearview image from the trailer on water, and dry with a soft cloth.
Page 150: Refueling The Vehicle - Gasoline Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP MESSAGE WARNING! WARNING! If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the • In case of engine runaway, due to flammable fumes Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, from fuel spills or turbocharger oil leaks being sucked vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is a loose gASCAP indicator will display in the instrument...
Page 151: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
STARTING AND OPERATING System Overview NOTE: CAUTION! When working with DEF, it is important to know that: This vehicle is equipped with a Diesel Exhaust Fluid To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” • (DEF) injection system and a Selective Catalytic Reduc- Any containers or parts that come into contact with the fuel tank after filling.
Page 152 STARTING AND OPERATING DEF FILL PROCEDURE • The DEF gauge may also not immediately update CAUTION! after a refill if the temperature of the DEF fluid is NOTE: below 39°F (4°C). The DEF tank heater will possibly • To avoid DEF spillage, and possible damage to the warm up the DEF fluid and allow the gauge to For the correct fluid type page 338.
Page 153: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING LOADING Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), your (GAWR) The actual total weight and the weight of the front and vehicle is equipped with an automatic DEF heating sys- rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be deter- tem.
Page 154: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control (TSC) TRAILER TOWING WARNING! The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that can In this section you will find safety tips and information If the gross trailer weight is 5,000 lb (2,267 kg) or be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do more, it is recommended to use a weight-distributing...
Page 155 STARTING AND OPERATING RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION HITCH WARNING! ADJUSTMENT • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch 1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the system may reduce handling, stability and braking trailer (do not connect the trailer). performance and could result in a collision. •...
Page 156: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING Fifth-Wheel Hitch TRAILER HITCH TYPE AND Measurement Example Example Height (mm) MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow 1,030 The following chart provides the industry standard for vehicle in the truck bed.
Page 157: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS WARNING! CAUTION! (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT • Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles RATINGS) front of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.
Page 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM) — WARNING! If Equipped Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the Your vehicle may have an ITBM for Electric and Electric grade.
Page 159 STARTING AND OPERATING GAIN The user interface consists of the following: 4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel Manual Brake Control Lever until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake control for the specific towing condition and should be changed Slide the manual brake control lever to the left to acti- 5.
Page 160 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: * The suggested selection depends and may change depending on the customer preferences for braking • • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Disconnect the trailer wiring connector from the performance. Condition of the trailer brakes, driving with trailers with air or EOH trailer brake systems.
Page 161: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING • • Low Beams Hazard switch is activated • • Fog Lamps (if equipped) Any button on the key fob is pushed • • Daytime Running Lamps Ignition button is pushed • During this time the following lights will sequence, each High Beam stalk position is changed activating for three seconds: •...
Page 162: Snowplow - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow sys- WARNING! tem, all aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, Check the automatic transmission fluid level before options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross towing (6-speed automatic only). Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight Rat- affect performance of the airbag system in a collision.
Page 163: Operating Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING • OPERATING TIPS GENERAL MAINTENANCE Operate with transfer case in 4WD LOW when plow- ing small or congested areas where speeds are not Under ideal snow plowing conditions, 20 mph Snowplows should be maintained in accordance with likely to exceed 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 164: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING — RECREATIONAL TOWING — CAUTION! TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODELS FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE MODELS • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain fluid will leak from the transfer case, causing dam- NOTE: will result.
Page 165 STARTING AND OPERATING ○ 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level ground, 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suit- With electronically shifted transfer case with with the engine running. Firmly apply the parking brake. able tow bar.
Page 166: Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING! With electronically shifted transfer case: Driving through water more than a few inches/ • • Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be met Failure to follow these warnings may result in inju- centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure before pushing the button to shift out of N (Neutral), ries that are serious or fatal to you, your passen-...
Page 167: Multimedia
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS UCONNECT SETTINGS WARNING! • For detailed information about your Uconnect 5/5 NAV The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on ONLY insert trusted media devices/components With 8.4-inch Display system or your Uconnect 5 NAV the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located into your vehicle.
Page 168: Customer Programmable Features
MULTIMEDIA For The Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display, The Uconnect CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE 5/5 NAV With 8.4-inch Display, and The Uconnect FEATURES 5 NAV With 12-inch Display For Uconnect 3, push the SETTINGS button on the side of the faceplate. In this menu, the Uconnect system allows you to access all of the available programmable features.
Page 169 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 Language...
Page 170 This setting will allow you to change the voice options for the radio to “Male” or “Female”. This setting will allow you to set the system “Wake Up” word. The available options are “Off”, “Hey, Uconnect”, and “Hey, Wake Up Word Ram”.
Page 171 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Voice Barge-in This setting will allow Voice Barge-in to be turned on or off. Show Command List This setting will allow the Command List to be shown. The options are “On” and “Off”. This setting will redirect to the list of Navigation settings. Refer to your Uconnect Radio Instructions Manual for further Navigation Settings information.
Page 172 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; the available options related to that feature will then display on the screen.
Page 173 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description ParkView Backup Camera Delay This setting will add a timed delay to the ParkView Backup Camera when shifting out of REVERSE. ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines This setting will turn the ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines on or off. ParkView Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines This setting will turn the ParkView Backup Camera Fixed Guidelines on or off.
Page 174 Wake Up Word This setting will allow you to set the system’s “Wake Up” word. The available options are “Off”, “Hey, Uconnect”, and “Hey, Ram”. Voice Barge-In This setting allows you to respond to a Voice Response before the statement is completed by the system. The available options are “On”...
Page 175 MULTIMEDIA Navigation — If Equipped When the Navigation button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays options related to the vehicle’s built-in Navigation system. These settings can change which icons display on the map, how “time to arrival is calculated”, and route types. For more information on Navigation and settings, refer to your Uconnect Radio Instruction Manual.
Page 176 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 Surround View Camera Delay This setting will add a timed delay to the Surround View Camera when shifting out of REVERSE.
Page 177 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 Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse 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 178 MULTIMEDIA Brakes After pressing the Brakes button on the touchscreen, the following setting will be available: NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description Brake Service This setting will allow you to retract the brakes for servicing. Doors &...
Page 179 MULTIMEDIA Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems When the Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s comfort systems when remote start has been activated or the vehicle has been started. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Page 180 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 Display Suspension Messages This setting will display suspension messages in the Instrument Cluster Display.
Page 181 MULTIMEDIA Notifications When the Notifications button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to Notifications for the system. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description Notification Sounds This setting will turn off the Notification chime that plays when a new notification is sent. The options are “On” and “Off”. App Drawer Favoriting Pop-Ups This setting turns the App Favorited pop-up on or off.
Page 182 MULTIMEDIA Software Updates — If Equipped When the Software Updates button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display the setting related to updating the Uconnect software. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary. Setting Name Description This setting will allow software updates to happen over Wi-Fi.
Page 183 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 184: Uconnect Introduction
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT INTRODUCTION SYSTEM OVERVIEW 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 185 MULTIMEDIA Feature Description Radio/Media Press/Push the Radio button or Media button to enter Radio Mode/Media Mode and access the radio functions and external audio sources page 185. Phone Press/Push the Phone button to enter Phone Mode and access the hands-free phone system page 193.
Page 186: Safety And General Information
MULTIMEDIA Feature Description Compass Push the COMPASS button on the faceplate to access the vehicle’s compass. More Push the MORE button on the faceplate to access additional options. Care And Maintenance • SAFETY AND GENERAL When driving, looking at the touchscreen should only be done by a glance when safe to do so.
Page 187: Uconnect Modes
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT MODES Pushing the right-hand control’s center button will make RADIO MODE the radio switch between the various modes available Radio Controls (AM/FM/SXM or Media, etc.). STEERING WHEEL AUDIO The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push button in the center.
Page 188 MULTIMEDIA Seek Up and Seek Down The radio is equipped with the following modes: • Press and release the Seek Up or Seek Down Once the last digit of a station has been entered, press button to tune the radio to the next available station or “Ok”.
Page 189 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: No Subscription Some SiriusXM® features are not supported by all Radios equipped with a Satellite receiver require a sub- SiriusXM® channels or content, for example song and artist scription to the SiriusXM® Service. When the radio favorites, sport game notifications, tune start, and others. does not have the necessary subscription, the radio is able to receive the Preview channel only.
Page 190 MULTIMEDIA Play/Pause Press the Pause/Play button on the touchscreen to pause the playing of live or rewound content at any time. Play can be resumed by pressing the Pause/Play button again on the touchscreen. Rewind Press the Rewind button on the touchscreen to rewind the content in steps of five seconds.
Page 191 MULTIMEDIA FAVORITES Channel List: Press the Channel List to display all Game Zone • the SiriusXM® Channel Numbers. You can scroll the Press the Game Zone button, located at the left of the Press the Favorites button on the touchscreen to acti- Channel List by pressing the Up and Down arrows, Browse screen.
Page 192 MULTIMEDIA Setting Presets Audio Settings The Presets are available for all Radio Modes, and are activated by pressing any of the Preset buttons, located Press the Audio button within the settings main menu at the top of the screen. to activate the Audio Settings screen. When you are on a station that you wish to save as a preset, press and hold the numbered button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds.
Page 193: Media Mode
MULTIMEDIA Audio Source Selection BLUETOOTH® MODE MEDIA MODE Overview Once in Media Mode, press the Source or Source Select Operating Media Mode button on the touchscreen and the desired mode but- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio or Bluetooth® Mode is ton on the touchscreen. USB, AUX, and Bluetooth® are entered by pairing a Bluetooth®...
Page 194 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Tracks select a desired track on the device. Press the Exit but- ton on the touchscreen if you wish to cancel the Browse The radio unit is acting as the amplifier for audio output In USB Mode, press the Tracks button on the touch- function.
Page 195: Phone Mode
MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Phone Button PHONE MODE Your phone must be capable of SMS messaging via The Phone button on your steering wheel is Overview Bluetooth® for messaging features to work properly. used to get into the Phone Mode and make calls, show recent, incoming or outgoing Your mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free,...
Page 196 MULTIMEDIA HELP COMMAND • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying “Call” and If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to then “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following know your options at any prompt, say “Help” following compound command can be said: “Call John Smith the beep.
Page 197 MULTIMEDIA CONNECTING TO A PARTICULAR MOBILE 4. Search for available devices on your This phone will take precedence over other paired Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phone. phones within range and will connect to the PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE AFTER PAIRING ○ Uconnect system automatically when entering the Press the Settings button on your mobile phone.
Page 198 MULTIMEDIA MANAGING YOUR FAVORITES — IF EQUIPPED 1. Press the Uconnect Phone Pairing or Settings support this feature. Your mobile phone may receive a button. pop-up asking for permission for the Uconnect system There are two ways you can add an entry to your favor- to access your messages and contacts.
Page 199 MULTIMEDIA Phone Call Features KEY PAD NUMBER ENTRY The following features can be accessed through the 1. Press the Phone button. Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available and sup- 2. Press the Dial/Keypad button on the touchscreen. ported by Bluetooth® on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three-way 3.
Page 200 MULTIMEDIA DO NOT DISTURB MAKING A SECOND CALL WHILE CURRENT CALL IS IN PROGRESS With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications from incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes You can place a call on hold by pressing the Hold button on the road and hands on the wheel.
Page 201 MULTIMEDIA Things You Should Know About CALL TERMINATION NOTE: Uconnect Phone It is recommended that you do not store names in your To end a call in progress, momentarily press the End Favorites phonebook while the vehicle is in motion. Call button on the touchscreen or the Phone End button VOICE COMMAND Number and name recognition rate is optimized when...
Page 202: Connected Vehicle Services - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA • “ Call John Smith” To enable Siri, push and hold, then release the PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES “ Dial 123 456 7890” Uconnect Voice Recognition (VR) button on the steering • See you in 5 I need wheel.
Page 203: Introduction To Connected Vehicle Services
MULTIMEDIA What Is SiriusXM Guardian™? • INTRODUCTION TO CONNECTED The ability to remotely lock/unlock and remote start your vehicle from virtually anywhere by using the VEHICLE SERVICES SiriusXM Guardian™ uses an embedded device in the Vehicle Branded App or your computer. Uconnect system installed in your vehicle, which •...
Page 204: Getting Started With Connected Vehicle Services
MULTIMEDIA Included Trial Period For New Vehicles • Once on the Remote screen and you have set up your four-digit PIN, you can begin using Remote Door Your new vehicle may come with an included trial* Lock/Unlock, Remote Vehicle Start, and activate period for use of SiriusXM Guardian™...
Page 205: Using Siriusxm Guardian
MULTIMEDIA Edit/Edit Profile: NOTE: • USING SIRIUSXM GUARDIAN™ Certain SiriusXM Guardian™ connected services are To manage the details of your SiriusXM Guardian™ SOS Call — If Equipped dependent on an operational Uconnect system, cellular account, such as your contact information, pass- word and SiriusXM Guardian™...
Page 206 MULTIMEDIA SOS Call System Limitations If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason WARNING! (including during or after an accident), the SOS Call Vehicles that have been purchased in the US and that system, among other vehicle systems, will not operate. (INCLUDING DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT), travel into Mexico and Canada may have limited ser- Requirements...
Page 207 MULTIMEDIA Automatic SOS — If Equipped Using A Remote Command Through Your Mobile • SiriusXM Guardian™ connected services are depen- Device And The Vehicle Branded App dent upon an operative telematics device, a cellular Automatic SOS is a hands-free safety service that can connection, navigation map data, and GPS satellite 1.
Page 208 MULTIMEDIA Contacting SiriusXM Guardian™ Customer Care (for Requirements This remote function requires your vehicle to be example, in case of an accidental lock-out): equipped with a factory-installed Remote Start system. • Vehicle must be properly equipped with SiriusXM Guardian™. You can set up push notifications every time a com- 1.
Page 209 MULTIMEDIA Remote Horn & Lights Connected Services — Contact the SiriusXM Guard- Disclaimers • ian™ Customer Care call center to activate your ser- If Roadside Assistance Call is provided to your vehicle, Description vices, renew after your trial has expired, for you agree to be responsible for any additional roadside It is easy to locate a vehicle in a dark, crowded or noisy in-vehicle support for your SiriusXM Guardian™...
Page 210 MULTIMEDIA Requirements Create A 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot For Use In Your Vehicle From this screen, you will be able to: ○ How It Works • View the location on a map. Vehicle must be properly equipped with the Uconnect system. ○...
Page 211 MULTIMEDIA 3. SiriusXM Guardian™ Customer Care will authenti- In order to provide the Monthly Vehicle Health Report, WARNING! cate that you are the owner of the vehicle and con- the Uconnect system in your vehicle may collect and tact the law enforcement with whom you filed the transmit vehicle data to SiriusXM Guardian™...
Page 212 MULTIMEDIA Vehicle Health Alert —If Equipped If you need assistance, you can always ask Alexa for 7. AUTHORIZE the account to return to the <vehicle help, or complete a list of commands by saying: “Alexa, brand> Skill. Description ask <brand name> for help with my car.” You can now begin using the <vehicle brand>...
Page 213: Manage My Siriusxm Guardian™ Account
MULTIMEDIA SmartWatch Integration — If Equipped CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs CONNECTED SERVICES REMOTE Description DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK FAQS For additional information about SiriusXM Guardian™, SmartWatch Integration puts the Vehicle Branded App 1. How long does it take to unlock or lock the door? active subscribers can push the ASSIST button right on your Apple®...
Page 214: Connected Services Roadside Assistance Faqs
MULTIMEDIA 2. How will I know if my vehicle is recovered? After you CONNECTED SERVICES ROADSIDE CONNECTED SERVICES VEHICLE provide the SiriusXM Guardian™ Customer Care ASSISTANCE FAQS FINDER FAQS agent with the stolen vehicle report, the agent will work together with law enforcement to try to locate 1.
Page 215: Connected Services Remote Horn & Lights Faqs
MULTIMEDIA 3. Will my vehicle be safe if I lose my wireless device? 3. How do I turn off the horn and lights after I turn 2. Why do I need an email address? Without an email them on? If you are close enough to the vehicle, you People sometimes lose their wireless devices, which address, customers cannot register for SiriusXM is why security measures have been engineered into...
Page 216: Data Collection & Privacy
MULTIMEDIA 7. Can I try features or packages before I buy them? 13. How do I find out how much longer I have on my 18. What will happen if an operable LTE (voice/data), subscription? Contact SiriusXM Guardian™ 4G (data), or 5G (data) network connection com- Your new vehicle purchase may have come with an patible with my device is temporarily unavailable? included trial period for certain Apps and services.
Page 217: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
MULTIMEDIA Even if you cancel your SiriusXM Guardian™ subscrip- REGULATORY AND SAFETY tion, this vehicle diagnostic health information, includ- INFORMATION ing location data, may still be transmitted from your vehicle and you may still have a Vehicle Health Report US/CANADA sent to you.
Page 218: Off-Road Pages - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED OFF-ROAD PAGES STATUS BAR The Off-Road Pages Status Bar is located along the bottom Your vehicle may be equipped with Off-Road Pages of Offroad tab and is present in each of the selectable page which display vehicle information related to the drive- options.
Page 219: Vehicle Dynamics
MULTIMEDIA VEHICLE DYNAMICS The Vehicle Dynamics page displays information con- cerning the vehicle’s transfer case and steering angle. The following information is displayed: 1. Status of Transfer Case 2. Status of the Rear Axles 3. Steering angle in degrees Status Bar 2WD/4WD Drivetrain Menu 2WD/4WD 1 —...
Page 220: Accessory Gauge
MULTIMEDIA ACCESSORY GAUGE PITCH & ROLL The Accessory Gauge page displays the current status The Pitch & Roll page displays the vehicle’s current of the vehicle’s Coolant Temperature, Oil Temperature, pitch (angle up and down) and roll (angle side to side) Oil Pressure, Transmission Temperature, and Battery in degrees.The Pitch &...
Page 221: Suspension
MULTIMEDIA SUSPENSION The Suspension page displays the current status of the vehicle’s suspension system and the current ride height of the vehicle. The Suspension page will also indicate when the vehicle’s height changes. If vehicle is equipped with air suspension the Wheel Articulation image will show each wheel suspension level.
Page 222: Forward Facing Camera
MULTIMEDIA FORWARD FACING CAMERA TRAILER INFO Your vehicle may be equipped with a Forward Facing After selecting a trailer to view, the first tab option on Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the left-hand sidebar is “Trailer Info”. the front view of your vehicle.
Page 223: Cameras
MULTIMEDIA The Trailer Info main page displays your trailer’s tire After selecting your desired trailer camera view, select- pressure, odometer, electric range select, and view of ing the More Cams button will take you back to the pre- your trailer’s Tow/Haul mode status. vious screen.
Page 224: Light Check
MULTIMEDIA LIGHT CHECK Once selected, the screen will change to “Light Check in Progress”. The box will turn red and the text will read Pressing the Light Check tab will open the Light Check “Cancel Light Check”, which will then turn the trailer’s Ready page.
Page 225: Safety
SAFETY Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning SAFETY FEATURES WARNING! Light • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when the igni- ment that may be susceptible to interference tion is placed in the ON/RUN mode and may stay on for caused by improperly installed or high output radio The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake as long as four seconds.
Page 226: Electronic Brake Control (Ebc) System
SAFETY Brake Assist System (BAS) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) WARNING! The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capa- EBD manages the distribution of the braking torque • Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a com- bility during emergency braking maneuvers. The system between the front and rear axles by limiting braking pres- plete stop, then shift the automatic transmission detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate...
Page 227 SAFETY Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Partial Off WARNING! This mode may be useful if the vehicle becomes stuck. ESC enhances directional control and stability of the resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inap- This mode may modify TCS and ESC thresholds for acti- vehicle under various driving conditions.
Page 228 SAFETY ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator NOTE: Full Off — If Equipped Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use • The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and only and should not be used on any public roadways. In the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator this mode, TCS and ESC features are turned off.
Page 229 SAFETY Activating HDC Deactivating HDC • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for sev- eral seconds then extinguish when HDC disables Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of due to excess speed.
Page 230 SAFETY Towing With HSA • HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward Limited Differential (BLD) functions similarly to a limited gears. The system will not activate if the transmis- slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back sion is in PARK or NEUTRAL.
Page 231: Auxiliary Driving Systems
SAFETY NOTE: AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS If the driver does not take action based upon these pro- gressive warnings, then the system will provide a lim- • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 3 mph ited level of active braking to help slow the vehicle and (5 km/h).
Page 232 SAFETY Turning FCW On Or Off • By changing the FCW status setting to "Far", the system FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as provides possible collision warnings on objects farther overhead objects, ground reflections, objects not in The FCW button is located in the Uconnect display in away.
Page 233: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
SAFETY Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) — To turn the PEB system off, push the Pedestrian Emer- The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about If Equipped gency Braking button. 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pres- To turn the PEB system back on, push the Warning PEB is a subsystem of the Forward Collision Warning...
Page 234 SAFETY NOTE: CAUTION! When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to • be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure the recommended cold placard pressure in order to always reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 235 SAFETY Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low NOTE: A system fault may occur due to an incorrect TPMS sen- Pressure Warnings sor location condition. When a system fault occurs due When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to to an incorrect TPMS sensor location, the Tire Pressure be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above The Tire Pressure Monitoring System Monitoring System Warning Light will flash on and off...
Page 236 With the sensors installed and the trailer near or con- a feature that displays the trailer tire pressure values nected to your Ram truck, initiate the pairing process by and warns the driver of a low tire pressure event based entering the settings menu in the radio and select on the driver’s set target tire pressure value, through...
Page 237 SAFETY System Limitations Once psi (kPa) is programmed, the pairing screen system will automatically update the graphic display in appears. Tire sensors must be paired in order shown. the instrument cluster, returning to its original color. The TTPMS may have difficulty transmitting through Starting with Tire 1, deflate tire by 5 psi (34 kPa) and The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes steel-walled tires or on trailers longer than 30 ft.
Page 238 SAFETY NOTE: In the Selectable Tire Fill Alert application, which is If the hazard lamps do not come on while inflating or located in the apps menu of the Uconnect system, the deflating the tire, the TPMS sensor may be in a null It is not required to have the engine running to enter customer will be able to select a pressure setting for spot preventing the TPMS sensor signal from being...
Page 239: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY NOTE: OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. It is particularly important for you to check the tire pres- sure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to Some of the most important safety features in your 5.
Page 240: Seat Belt Systems
SAFETY NOTE: BeltAlert Warning Sequence SEAT BELT SYSTEMS If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or out- The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even board front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range on short trips.
Page 241 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating WARNING! WARNING! Instructions • • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and using a seat belt properly.
Page 242 SAFETY 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck.
Page 243 SAFETY 1. Remove the mini-latch plate and regular latch plate 4. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the WARNING! from its stowed position on the seat. mini-latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.” •...
Page 244 SAFETY First Row Center Lap Belt Operating Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Instructions — If Equipped The center seating position for the Crew Cab front seat has a lap belt only. To buckle the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a "click." To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull.
Page 245 SAFETY NOTE: If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap placement by the occupant.
Page 246: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bag system even if the battery loses 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. SYSTEMS (SRS) power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 247 SAFETY Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag WARNING! Features Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system and front passenger air bags. This system provides output to protect you in a collision.
Page 248 SAFETY Front Air Bag Operation The SABs (if equipped with SABs) may help to reduce WARNING! the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional pro- in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by •...
Page 249 SAFETY The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, WARNING! including some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions that do not impact the area of the pas- • Do not mount equipment, or stack luggage or senger compartment.
Page 250 SAFETY • and deployment is appropriate, the rollover sensing The air bag material may sometimes cause abra- WARNING! system will deploy the Side Air Bags and seat belt pre- sions and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the tensioners on both sides of the vehicle. air bags deploy and unfold.
Page 251 SAFETY Maintaining Your Air Bag System NOTE: NOTE: After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key from the WARNING! trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Page 252: Child Restraints
SAFETY Event Data Recorder (EDR) To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is There are different sizes and types of restraints for chil- required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is dren from newborn size to the child almost large This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
Page 253 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 have not Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint, fac- Infants and Toddlers reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint ing rearward in a rear seat of the vehicle...
Page 254 SAFETY vertible child seat. Children should remain in a forward- 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front WARNING! facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up of the vehicle seat while the child is still sitting all to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat.
Page 255 SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren LATCH Positions For Installing Child (LATCH) Restraint System Restraints In This Vehicle Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seat- ing Position) LATCH Label Regular Cab LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 256 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lb child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system to 65 lb (29.5 kg) (29.5 kg).
Page 257 SAFETY Locating The LATCH Anchorages — Crew Cab Only The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 258 SAFETY Center Seat LATCH To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR Restraint (ALR) Seat Belt: Regular Cab or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being...
Page 259 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the Vehicle Seat Belt webbing retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in pulled back into the retractor.
Page 260 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward- Weight limit of the Child Restraint forward-facing child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of facing child restraint?
Page 261 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Top 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the seating position has a top tether anchorage, con- retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child Tether Anchorage nect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten restraint.
Page 262 SAFETY WARNING! Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying Passenger Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.
Page 263 SAFETY Center Seat: 4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear child seat manufacturer’s instructions. seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop 4.
Page 264: Safety Tips
SAFETY Installing Three Child Restraints: TRANSPORTING PETS WARNING! 1. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to Route the tether straps following the directions for pet.
Page 265: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
SAFETY Floor Mat Safety Information SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD WARNING! MAKE INSIDE THE VEHICLE Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only • ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on the driver’s use a floor mat that does not interfere with the opera- side floor area.
Page 266: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
SAFETY PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKS YOU EXHAUST GAS CARBON MONOXIDE WARNINGS SHOULD MAKE OUTSIDE THE WARNING! WARNING! VEHICLE Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Tires monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon- Breathing it can make you unconscious and can oxide poisoning:...
Page 267: In Case Of Emergency
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: NOTE: HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS If your vehicle is equipped with a 12–inch Uconnect With extended use the Hazard Warning Flashers may display, the Hazard Warning Flashers button is located wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning Flashers button is located on the above the display.
Page 268 Other services will ○ Indication that the occupant placed an SOS Call. only be operable if your SiriusXM Guardian™ or Ram ○ The vehicle brand. Connect service is active and you are connected to ○...
Page 269 The Occupant Restraint Control module turns on assume all risks related to the use of the features AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE UCONNECT OR RAM the Air Bag Warning Light on the instrument panel and applications in this vehicle. Only use the features...
Page 270: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: 2. Place the gear selector into PARK. On Four-Wheel WARNING! Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4WD • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized • Low position. Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The by the subscriber.
Page 271: Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JACKING INSTRUCTIONS 4500 AND 5500 SERIES WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
Page 272: To Stow The Flat Or Spare - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Wheel Nuts 4. Raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. Stow the surface. replaced tire and tools as previously described. All wheel nuts should be tightened occasionally to elimi- 9.
Page 273: Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING For 3500 Single Rear-Wheel (SRW) models, use the flat end of the lug wrench to hook and pull off the hub cap. Find the opening in the hub cap, insert the lug wrench, If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump and pull off the cap.
Page 274: Preparations For Jump Start
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START WARNING! Make sure at all times that unused ends of jumper The battery in your vehicle is located on the left hand cables are not contacting each other or either vehicle •...
Page 275: If Your Engine Overheats
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • On highways — slow down. WARNING! CAUTION! • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmis- Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) sion in NEUTRAL (N), but do not increase the engine Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets idle speed while preventing vehicle motion with the post of the discharged battery.
Page 276: Manual Park Release
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position. In order to move the vehicle in cases where the trans- mission will not shift out of PARK (P) (such as a 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake depleted battery), a Manual Park Release is available.
Page 277: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • 4. Using the screwdriver or similar tool, push the 3. Pull gently on the tether strap to confirm that the Push the ESC OFF button, to place the Electronic Manual Park Release lever locking tab (just below lever is locked in its stowed position.
Page 278: 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 page 162. Wheels OFF The Towing Condition 2WD Models 4WD Models...
Page 279: Four-Wheel Drive Models
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must CAUTION! WARNING! be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15 miles (24 km) for 6-speed transmission, or 30 miles • Towing this vehicle in violation of the approved •...
Page 280: Servicing And Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: SCHEDULED SERVICING • Check engine oil level. • It is recommended that every 3,000 miles • Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if (4,800 km), check the engine oil level at least CAUTION! it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Page 281: Maintenance Plan - Gasoline Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: • Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or Inspection and service should also be performed any- off-road conditions. If required, replace engine air time a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all Using white lithium grease, lubricate the door hinge cleaner filter.
Page 282 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace the cabin air filter. To be replaced every 12,000 miles (19,000 km). Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace spark plugs. ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 283: Maintenance Plan - Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE PLAN — DIESEL ENGINE Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First): Or Months: Or Kilometers: Change engine oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months or 500 Hours or sooner if prompted by the oil change indicator system, whichever comes first.
Page 284 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First): Or Months: Or Kilometers: Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings.
Page 285 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First): Or Months: 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). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s).
Page 286: Engine Compartment
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6.4L GASOLINE ENGINE 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 287: 6.7L Diesel Engine
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE 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 — Engine Oil Fill 10 —...
Page 288: Checking Oil Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: CHECKING OIL LEVEL ADDING WASHER FLUID Replacement batteries should both be of equal capacity To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and the to prevent damage to the vehicle's charging system. be maintained at the correct level.
Page 289: Pressure Washing
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE PRESSURE WASHING ENGINE OIL The API Donut trademark certifies 0W-40 and 5W-40 engine oil. Cleaning the engine compartment with a high pressure Engine Oil Selection — Gasoline Engine For diesel engines, oils with a high ash con- washer is not recommended.
Page 290: Engine Oil Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection 2. Lift the engine air cleaner filter cover to access the engine air cleaner filter. The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and varies considerably.
Page 291: Air Conditioner Maintenance
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner Do not overtighten the engine air cleaner filter cover should be checked and serviced by an authorized lid screws or damage may result. dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Page 292 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The cabin air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a — If Equipped the glove compartment. Perform the following proce- dure to replace the filter: R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a Hydrofluoro- 1.
Page 293: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: CAUTION! Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and glove compartment travel stops are fully engaged. The cabin air filter is identified with an arrow to indi- cate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to 9. Reattach the glove compartment tension tether by properly install the filter will result in the need to inserting the tether clip in the glove compartment replace it more often.
Page 294: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE DRAINING FUEL/WATER If the Water In Fuel Indicator Light comes on and a single chime is heard while you are driving, or with the SEPARATOR FILTER ignition switch in the ON position, there may be a prob- lem with your water separator wiring or sensor.
Page 295: Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 1. Rotate the drain clockwise to close until you feel 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate resistance from the internal seal. counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring and discard it. 2. Continue turning the drain half of a turn to properly compress the seal.
Page 296: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 6. Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing CAUTION! and dispose of according to your local regulations. Do not engage the starter motor for more than 7. Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the lid and 15 seconds at a time.
Page 297: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Message Process Flow
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Ethanol blends are not recommended or approved Additionally, your vehicle has the ability to alert you to removed. Particular attention should also be given to for use with your Cummins® diesel engine. additional maintenance required on your truck or hood latching components to ensure proper function.
Page 298 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Hardening or cracking 4. Slide the wiper blade down towards the base of the wiper arm. • Deformation or fatigue If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace the 5. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit.
Page 299: Exhaust System
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 4. Slide the wiper blade up into the hook on the wiper To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter CAUTION! arm until it is latched (engagement will be accompa- damage: nied by an audible click). Fold down the latch •...
Page 300 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Coolant Checks Selection Of Coolant Adding Coolant Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every For further information page 338. Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that NOTE: applicable).
Page 301 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System Notes NOTE: WARNING! • It is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper NOTE: • Do not open a hot engine cooling system. Never level of protection against freezing according to the When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is temperatures occurring in the area where the kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming...
Page 302: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check — Brake Master CHARGE AIR COOLER — WARNING! Cylinder INTER-COOLER • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing The charge air cooler is positioned below the radiator when performing under the hood service or immedi- the brake fluid to catch fire.
Page 303 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check — 8-Speed NOTE: Use the following procedure to check the transmission Transmission fluid level properly: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should be 1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not between the two “COLD”...
Page 304: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Drain And Refill CAUTION! CAUTION! On 4500/5500 vehicles, remove the lower bolt to drain If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- the axle fluid. not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in temperature is elevated enough to produce an accu- transmission shift quality and/or torque converter...
Page 305: Transfer Case
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Air Cleaner Assembly Slight noise and mild shuddering may be evident while Inspect air cleaner housing for proper assembly and fit. turning a vehicle with limited slip differential on con- Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned crete or dry pavement.
Page 306 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Noise Emission Warranty The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer, was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer's control with all applicable US EPA Noise Control Regulations. This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and equipped by the manufacturer, and is not limited to any particular part, component or system of the vehicle manufactured by the manufacturer.
Page 307: Fuses
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Power Distribution Center FUSES The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive current. The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine General Information When a device does not work, you must check the fuse compartment near the battery. This center contains element inside the blade fuse for a break/melt.
Page 308 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Power Distribution Center Location Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare 60 Amp Yellow – ABS Pump Mtr...
Page 309 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped 60 Amp Yellow – Rad Fan HI / Lo * 50 Amp Red – 400W Inverter 50 Amp Red – Air Suspension Comp 40 Amp Green – STOM 40 Amp Green –...
Page 310 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – – Spare – – Spare 20 Amp Blue – TRLR Tow B / U 20 Amp Blue – TRLR TOW PARK 30 Amp Pink – TRLR Tow –...
Page 311 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – 10 Amp Red IGN Mod / KINMod / RFHub – 5 Amp Tan Batt Snsr – 20 Amp Yellow Trlr Tow – Lt Turn/Stop – 20 Amp Yellow Non-Memory Adj Pedals * –...
Page 312 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Electronic Stability Control (ESC) * – 10 Amp Red DTCM / TCM / FAD MOD / STOM – 15 Amp Blue ECM / PCM / IRCM / AUX Relay Feed / HRLS –...
Page 313: Bulb Replacement
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description * If Equipped F101 – 20 Amp Yellow RR HTD ST Right * F102 – 20 Amp Yellow RR HTD ST Left / Run RLY #3 * F103 – 10 Amp Red HeadLamp AFLS * F104 –...
Page 314 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Turn Signal / Front Position (Halogen Reflector Headlamp) 7444NA Turn Signal Front Position Turn Signal (LED Reflector Headlamp) 7444NA Front Side Marker Front Fog Lamps (Halogen Reflector Headlamp) H11LL Front Fog Lamps Side Indicators Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Cab Roof Marker Lamps...
Page 315 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. Look under the hood and behind the headlamp to CAUTION! find the high beam bulb access cover. • Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it 4. Reach behind the headlamp and disengage the with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other access cover by rotating counterclockwise.
Page 316 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FOG LAMPS — IF EQUIPPED CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP 3. Turn the desired bulb socket a quarter turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing. (CHMSL) WITH CARGO LAMP Halogen 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. See the following steps to replace: See the following steps to replace: 1.
Page 317: Tires
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Markings NOTE: 2. Rotate the bulb socket a quarter turn and pull it from the lamp assembly. • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on US design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion.
Page 318 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 319 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Page 320 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Loading Tire And Loading Information Placard The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed NOTE: the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driv- You will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if er’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door.
Page 321 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Steps For Determining Correct Load (6) If your vehicle will be towing a Limit— trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult (1) Locate the statement “The com- this manual to determine how this bined weight of occupants and cargo reduces the available cargo and lug- should never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 322 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
Page 323: Tires - General Information
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Both underinflation and overinflation affect the stability CAUTION! of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish Tire Pressure response or over responsiveness in the steering. After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 324 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and WARNING! additional information. The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- within posted speed limits.
Page 325 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Life Of Tire Replacement Tires WARNING! The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying fac- The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many • Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed tors including, but not limited to: characteristics.
Page 326: Tire Types
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Tires Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped TIRE TYPES Tire And Wheel — If Equipped Some areas of the country require the use of All Season Tires — If Equipped snow tires during the Winter. Snow tires can Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and be identified by a mountain/snowflake sym- All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring,...
Page 327: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Instal- emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive lation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 328: Snow Traction Devices
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss CAUTION! CAUTION! Clear Coat Wheels Avoid products or automatic car washes that use Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, CAUTION! acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh metal polishes or oven cleaner.
Page 329: Tire Rotation Recommendations
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Traction Device (Maximum Pro- 3500 DRW CAB CHASSIS Axle Tire/Wheel Size jection Beyond Tire Profile Or Trim Level Equivalent) Rear LT235/80R17E U Class Front/Rear Snow Traction Device (Maximum Pro- 4500/5500 DRW CAB CHASSIS Axle Tire/Wheel Size jection Beyond Tire Profile Or Trim Level Equivalent)
Page 330: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be CAUTION! matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set. To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge across • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to all four tires.
Page 331: Treadwear
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TREADWEAR 109. Grades B and A represent higher WARNING! levels of performance on the labora- The Treadwear grade is a comparative The traction grade assigned to this tire tory test wheel, than the minimum rating, based on the wear rate of the is based on straight-ahead braking required by law.
Page 332: Bodywork
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE BODYWORK BODY AND UNDERBODY CAUTION! MAINTENANCE • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC Cleaning Headlights such as steel wool or scouring powder that will AGENTS scratch metal and painted surfaces. Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog •...
Page 333: Interiors
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Seat Belt Maintenance INTERIORS PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical sol- Use Mopar® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. vents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or CAUTION! Use Mopar®...
Page 334: Glass Surfaces
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye transfer more so than darker colors. The leather is designed for easy cleaning, and the manufacturer recommends Mopar® Total Care leather cleaner applied on a cloth to clean the leather seats as needed.
Page 335: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) HYDRAULIC BRAKE ASSIST — **Use only authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/ bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before IF EQUIPPED tightening. The VIN is found on the left front corner of the instru- The brake system power assist is provided by a hydro-boost Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting ment panel, visible through the windshield.
Page 336: Fuel Requirements - Gasoline Engine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept 6.4L ENGINE the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. torqued to specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than nuts to specifications at each lubrication interval.
Page 337: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel, FUEL SYSTEM CAUTIONS should be avoided. Many of these materials intended the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: for gum and varnish removal may contain active sol- •...
Page 338: Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE BIODIESEL FUEL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION! Chassis Cab Models Ordered With Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on, DO NOT B20 Option your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel START engine before you drain the water from the fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel filter(s) to avoid engine damage...
Page 339: Fluid Capacities
Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water • Ram 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab — 12,500 Miles accelerates microbial growth. Your Mopar®/Cummins® (20,000 km) or 400 hours whichever comes first* filtration system is designed to provide adequate fuel water separation capabilities.
Page 340: Engine Fluids And Lubricants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE Metric Fuel (Approximate) Standard Rear Tank 52 gal 197 L Optional Midship Tank 22 gal 83 L Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Approximate) 8.7 gal 33 L Engine Oil With Filter 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine 12 qt 11.4 L Cooling System 6.7L Engine Chassis Cab 3500/4500 with AS69RC...
Page 341 Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 may result in system damage. You can receive assistance in locating DEF in Diesel Exhaust Fluid the United States by calling 866-RAM-INFO (866-726-4636). In Canada call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or 1–800–387– 9983 (French).
Page 342: Chassis Fluids And Lubricants
Transfer Case We recommend using Mopar® Transfer Case Lubricant for Borg Warner 44-44 and 44-45. We recommend using SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant. Limited slip additive is required for limited slip Front and Rear Axle Fluid axles. If the axle fluid is not pre-mixed with limited slip additive we recommend using Mopar® MS-10111 Limited Slip Additive.
Page 343 Transfer Case We recommend using Mopar® BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. We recommend using SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant in Front and Rear Axles. Limited slip additive is Front and Rear Axle Fluid required for limited slip axles. If the axle fluid is not pre-mixed with limited slip additive, we recommend using Mopar®...
Page 344: Customer Assistance
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Available 24 hours, 7 days a week. FOR YOUR VEHICLE FCA US LLC and its authorized dealers are vitally inter- Call 1-800-521-2779 or visit chrysler.rsahelp.com(USA) ested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with Call 1-800-363-4869 or visit our products and services.
Page 345: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
P.O. Box 9145 patch a towing service to transport your vehicle to the Medford, MA 02155 closest authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, or Ram CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FOR THE Attention Claims Department dealer. If you choose to go to another dealer, you will be HEARING OR SPEECH IMPAIRED responsible for the cost of the extra distance.
Page 346: Service Contract
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SERVICE CONTRACT MOPAR® PARTS WARNING! You may have purchased a service contract for a Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), Mopar® original equipment parts & accessories and vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- factory filled fluids are available from an authorized some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- pected repairs after FCA US LLC's New Vehicle Limited...
Page 347: In Canada
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at To order the following manuals, you may use either the *If you have purchased this vehicle used or have 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 348: General Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE GENERAL INFORMATION The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 349 INDEX Air Pressure Axle Fluid ....302, 340 Tires .....321 Axle Lubrication .
Page 350 INDEX Cleaning Diesel Exhaust Brake ....109 Wheels ....325 Diesel Fuel .
Page 351 INDEX Emergency, In Case Of Materials Added ....334 Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ..275 Methanol ....335 Family Alerts .
Page 352 INDEX Lights On Reminder ....46 Center Mounted Stop ... . .314 Passing ....45 Courtesy/Reading .
Page 353 INDEX Manual .....22 Monitor, Tire Pressure System ...231 Overdrive .....116 Power Door .
Page 354 INDEX Tilt ..... . .29 Remote Features, Starting ..206, 212 Adjustable Shoulder Belt ... .240 Up .
Page 355 INDEX Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Wheel, Heated ....25 Load Capacity ....318 Case Neutral (N) .
Page 356 INDEX Electronically Shifted ...118, 120 Overview ....193 Voice Command ....26 Fluid .
Page 359 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet or purchase a Ram brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference for common questions. replacement kit by calling 1-800-387-1143 or by contacting your dealer.
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