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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION................7 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE .
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REMOTE START SYSTEM (BEV) — IF EQUIPPED . . . 32 INTRODUCTION Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach How To Use Remote Start ... . . 32 Lighting — If Equipped ....46 SYMBOLS KEY .
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INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ..57 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ....91 Change Engine Oil — If Equipped ..71 Storage .
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....256 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... 186 SCHEDULED SERVICING .
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ram. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents.
INTRODUCTION SYMBOLS KEY “What Is Not Covered” section of the Warranty Information. Such equipment includes video monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray™, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty cover- age and service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer. Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the conversion/camper WARNING! These statements apply to operating pro- manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION Red Warning Lights Red Warning Lights Battery Charge Warning Light Electric System Fail page 78 page 78 Brake Warning Light Engine Temperature Warning Light page 77 page 78 Door Open Warning Light Generic Warning Light page 78 page 79 Drowsy Driver Detected Warning Light Hood Open Warning Light page 78...
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INTRODUCTION Red Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) Fault Warning Light page 79 page 80 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light Swivel Seat (Driver or Passenger) Unlocked Warning Light page 80 page 80 Traction Battery Fault Warning Light Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light...
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INTRODUCTION Yellow Warning Lights Yellow Indicator Lights Transmission Temperature Warning Light TOW/HAUL Indicator Light page 83 page 83 Yellow Indicator Lights Green Indicator Lights Active Lane Management Indicator Light Exterior Lights Failure Indicator Light page 83 page 83 Fuel Cutoff Failure Indicator Light Active Speed Limiter Set Indicator Light page 83 page 83...
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INTRODUCTION Green Indicator Lights White Indicator Lights Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light page 84 page 84 Plug Status Indicator Light Active Lane Management Indicator Light page 84 page 84 Ready To Drive Indicator Light Active Speed Limiter Ready Indicator Light page 84 page 85...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Disposal of the High Voltage Battery HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY WARNING! Your vehicle’s high voltage battery is designed to last • the life of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer for Your vehicle is equipped with a Lithium-ion high voltage Never try to remove the high voltage battery ser- information on the disposal of the battery if it should battery that is used to power the electric powertrain...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • tactors open to electrically isolate the battery from If the vehicle is not plugged in at these battery tem- WARNING! other vehicle systems. The clicking noise is the peratures, the “Plug In Vehicle To Condition Battery” sound of these contactors as they open and close •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HIGH VOLTAGE CHARGING OPERATION WARNING! WARNING! SAE J1772 CHARGING INLET • There are no user serviceable parts inside the Por- Please be sure to follow these warnings. Failure to do table Charging Cordset (EVSE). Do not attempt to so may result in serious injury or death.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! • Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE). Failure to follow Do not use the Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) if electrical device, the risk of electrical shock this warning can result in electrical shock, fire, prop- the flexible power cord is frayed, broken, has increases.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK: Do not use the Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) on electrical circuits with two-prong outlets; use with improper outlets could result in elec- tric shock, fire, property damage, and death or seri- ous injury.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. When the vehicle commences charging, the Charge Active indicator lights on the Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) will cycle from left to right, and then both turn off. This pattern will repeat while the vehicle is charging. The lights are illuminated at the rate of approximately one cycle per second.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ensure the voltage, frequency, and grounding are com- the Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) does not attempt Charging Cordset (EVSE) enclosure. Additional informa- pliant to national and local electrical codes and ordi- to provide charge to the vehicle, the charge connector tion about the faults is provided by a fault code that is nances.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) Fault Code List Flashing Fault Flashing Indicator Fault Indication Recommended Actions Code Attempt to charge the vehicle at a different outlet. Contact a qualified electrician to check the 1, 2, 2, 1 AC Power Outlet Wiring Bad Ground electrical outlet and AC Supply (house wiring).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Do not unplug the Portable Charging Cordset (EVSE) When using public charging stations, ensure the charg- from the wall outlet during a charging operation. ing station is ready to provide charge and the vehicle is The vehicle should start charging automatically.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: VEHICLE CHARGE INDICATORS The lights scroll one at a time when the vehicle is Instrument Cluster High Voltage Battery Display plugged in outside of its charging schedule time/day of There is a battery display indicator located on the the week, and it is waiting on the schedule to begin instrument cluster.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Flow NOTE: For each segment of lights illuminated indicating the The Power Flow screen shows the current power read- percent of battery charge, two different blink rates are ings for all of the following: used.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • 3. Select the schedule to be set (1, 2, or 3) by pressing 7. To add another Scheduled Charging event, repeat The charging schedule can also be overridden if an the appropriate arrow on the right side of the these steps.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE KEYS KEY FOB Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), and Remote Start (if equipped). The key fob allows you to lock or unlock all doors, as well as activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m).
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash. When the doors are locked, the turn signals will The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. flash and the horn will chirp (if equipped and activated through the Uconnect Settings page 136).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separate the key fob halves using a flat-blade touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils WARNING! screwdriver or a coin, and gently pry the two halves may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a bat- of the key fob apart.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE START IGNITION SWITCH are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off • The engine will start (when foot is on the brake) in two seconds if an invalid key fob is used to start the NOTE: KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • The ignition will automatically switch to the OFF HOW TO USE REMOTE START WARNING! position if the following vehicle conditions last for Push and release the Remote Start button on the key • 30 minutes: ignition placed in ON/RUN position, Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or fob twice within five seconds.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • Panic button not pushed • To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will dis- If the vehicle is equipped with a rear climate system, it Fuel meets minimum requirement able for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote will remain off to allow for optimal front row perfor- •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • REMOTE START WINDSHIELD REMOTE START SYSTEM (BEV) — Remote Start can only be used twice. • WIPER DE-ICER ACTIVATION — If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the IF EQUIPPED vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE instead, a programmed departure time will be used. All of the following conditions must be met before the WARNING! Also, all scheduled cabin conditioning will be powered vehicle will initiate a scheduled SCC event: by the vehicle’s high voltage battery working in conjunc- •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Select if SCC should stop when the high voltage bat- 7. Select the days that this SCC event will occur. The 3. Perform one of the following methods to lock the tery drops to 25% or lower. “Repeat”...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE REARMING OF THE SYSTEM If the system has not been disabled, the Vehicle Secu- rity system will rearm itself after the 15 additional min- utes of the turn signals flashing. If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present, the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • AUTO UNLOCK DOORS — If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no WARNING! door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will IF EQUIPPED • relock and (if equipped) will arm the Vehicle Security Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with system.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POCKET DOOR (BEV MODELS) — ROLL-UP DOOR — IF EQUIPPED IF EQUIPPED Unlocking the Rear Roll-Up Door Unlock the rear roll-up door by pressing the unlock but- Push the lock button on the instrument panel. The indi- ton the key fob.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to lengthen or shorten the steer- ing column. The telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering col- umn. Roll-Up Door Strap Interior Roll-up Door Operation Emergency Release Latch...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HEATED STEERING WHEEL — MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! IF EQUIPPED The driver and passenger seats can be adjusted • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that forward/rearward and reclined. Front and rear height The steering wheel contains a heating element that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steer- and lumbar can also be adjusted (if equipped).
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Forward And Rearward Adjustment With Swivel Seat The recliner lever is located at the lower front outboard The adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, near the side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lean forward floor.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Swivel Seat — If Equipped When the seats are not in the right position and the first vehicle movement after ignition START is The swivel seat lever is located at the lower front attempted, a chime and a message will appear in the inboard side of the seat.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat. FOLD DOWN TRAY — IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with a bench seat, the seat is equipped with a fold-down tray that can be used as a document support surface.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Front Head Restraint Adjustment NOTE: Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the height of the armrest up or down. Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clear- restraint.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE release button and adjustment button. Then adjust it to BASIC VOICE COMMANDS the appropriate height. The following Basic Voice Commands can be given at NOTE: any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button on the steering wheel.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Digital Rearview Mirror — If Equipped SiriusXM Guardian™ services support: • US visit https://www.driveuconnect.com/ The Digital Rearview Mirror provides a high definition, sirius-xm-guardian.html or call 1-844-796-4827 wide and unobstructed view of the road behind while •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The illuminated entry lighting fades to off after about WARNING! 30 seconds or it will fade to off immediately once the The Digital Rearview Mirror is not as effective when ignition is placed into the ON/RUN position. driving in the following conditions: Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The power folding mirrors are designed to be folded and CAUTION! unfolded using the power folding switch. If the mirrors • If your vehicle is equipped with additional spotter are manually folded, the mirror head may appear loose. Leaving the mirror in a non-powered position, acci- mirrors, you can adjust them when the control knob If the mirror head or pivot exhibits a slight amount of...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • plate light, clearance lights and instrument panel lights HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and tail- are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the lights of vehicles in the field of view will cause head- With the low beams activated, push the multifunction end of the multifunction lever back to the O (off) lights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Activation AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS WITH FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the WIPERS The fog light switch is located on the instru- OFF position while the headlights are still on. Then, ment panel to the left of the steering If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it rotate the multifunction lever to the O (off) position...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Dome Lights TURN SIGNALS INTERIOR LIGHTS The interior lights can be set to three different positions Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows (off/left position, center position, on/right position). on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show COURTESY LIGHTS Using the switch on the bottom of the overhead proper operation of the front and rear turn signals.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Leave the lens in the center position, and the lamp is turned on and off when the sliding doors or rear If the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the light doors are opened or closed. will stay on for about 15 minutes and then time out.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The dome lights illuminate in the following ways: WIPERS AND WASHERS • The brightness of the Uconnect touchscreen cannot be When the doors are unlocked, the dome light will adjusted when the dimmer control is at the maximum illuminate for approximately 27 seconds.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers RAIN SENSING WIPERS — The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer IF EQUIPPED the following conditions: lever toward the steering wheel to activate.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • CLIMATE CONTROLS If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, select Defrost mode, and increase blower speed if needed. The Climate Control system allows you to regulate the temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating •...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE MAX Defrost Button Mode Control CAUTION! Push the MAX Defrost button to change the Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The buttons on the touchscreen, or the face- sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the indicator illuminates when this feature is on.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mode Summer Operation ADDITIONAL REAR CLIMATE CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight The engine cooling system must be protected with a amount of air is directed through the defrost high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- These switches, mounted on the instrument panel to and side window demister outlets.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cabin Air Filter Dash Storage INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT The dash storage is located on the right side of the The Climate Control system filters out dust and pollen instrument panel. from the air. Contact an authorized dealer to service STORAGE your cabin air filter, and to have it replaced when Glove Box Compartments...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE USB CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED POWER OUTLETS Passenger Compartment Power Outlet The USB ports are located on the instrument panel to the right of the radio. This feature allows an external The power outlet is located on the instrument panel to USB device to be plugged into the USB port.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE cellular phones, electronics and other low power WARNING! devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. Certain game consoles will exceed this power limit, as will most power To avoid serious injury or death: tools. • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WIRELESS CHARGING PAD — Place the device inside the prepared area delimited in WARNING! the mat as shown in the image. Incorrect positioning IF EQUIPPED • will prevent the phone from charging. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an elec- LED Indicator Status: tric shock and failure.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • iPhone® 12 (including iPod®) is equipped with soft- CAUTION! ware to protect the device from overheating. When The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power the software is active, the rate of charge is slowed windows to operate for up to three minutes after the The key fob should not be placed on the charging pad down to protect the device.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, lift the window switch to WINDOW BAR GRATES — the front and rear windows together to minimize the the detent for less than half a second and release it to buffeting.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the CAUTION! opening beneath the center of the hood and push • Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector the safety latch lever upwards to release it, before To prevent possible damage: must be in PARK.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Use this QR code to access your digital 5. Temperature Gauge experience. ○ The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. Scan me ○...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Use this QR code to access your digital that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or 4. Fuel Gauge experience. that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the ○ The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel odometer must be reset at zero.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER trols allow you to scroll through the main menus and Exit Menu submenus. You can access the specific information you If equipped with a Uconnect system, some customer DESCRIPTIONS — BEV want and make selections and adjustments.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Up and Down Arrow Buttons STOP SAFELY VEHICLE WILL SHUT STOP SAFELY AND LEAVE THE Push and release the up or down arrow OFF SOON VEHICLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE button to scroll upward or downward through the submenus.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: responders immediately. Even if you do not see MAIN MENU flames, a fire may start at any moment, so do not During the reset the instruction line disappears and a attempt to re-enter or start the vehicle. NOTE: bar graph appears to indicate the resetting status;...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Settings • Trip B – Shows the total distance (mi or km) trav- eled, the total elapsed time of travel, average con- Push and release the up or down arrow button NOTE: sumption (MPG or L/100 km or km/L), and the aver- until the Audio Menu icon/title is highlighted in the age speed (MPH or KM/H).
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3.5 INCH CLUSTER SETTINGS *If Equipped Display • Screen Setup Top Left Compass* • Outside Temp • Date • Time • None • Center Menu Title • Compass* • Outside Temp • Date • Range To Empty •...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL *If Equipped Units * Custom Speed MPH, Km/h Distance Mi, Km Consumption Km/L, L/100 km/mpg Pressure Psi, Kpa, Bar Temperature °C, °F Clock & Date Set Time — + / - Selectors Set Format —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL *If Equipped Lights Headlight Off Delay — 0, 30, 60, 90 Headlight Sensitivity — 1, 2, 3 Greeting lights — 0, 30, 60, 90 Cornering lights — On / Off Headlights With Wipers — On / Off Doors &...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7 INCH CLUSTER SETTINGS *If Equipped Display • Screen Setup Bottom Center Odometer • Audio Info • Phone Info • Time • Temperature • Date • Compass* • Ignition State* • Bottom Right Time •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL *If Equipped Vehicle Shut Off — — By selecting the item “Vehicle Shut Off”, you can turn off the engine from the instrument cluster. This feature is avail- able in the event of a Keyless Ignition sys- tem failure, and will display instructions for turning off the engine via the instru- ment cluster display controls.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Drowsy Driver Detected Warning Light — Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn If Equipped Light off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault The Drowsy Driver Detection system assists This warning light will illuminate to inform of is detected.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Generic Warning Light Oil Pressure Warning Light NOTE: The Generic Warning Light will illuminate to This warning light will illuminate to indicate • Older or non-compliant J1772 EVSE models may not signal the failure of one or more safety low engine oil pressure.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Traction Battery Fault Warning Light Audio System Failure Warning Light — Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm If Equipped Warning Light This light alerts the driver that there is a fail- ure in the Traction Battery System. Contact This light will illuminate to report a failure of This telltale will illuminate when the vehicle an authorized dealer if illumination persists.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service Active Lane Management • The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indicator tion is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If Light come on momentarily each time the ignition is the bulb does not come on when turning the ignition Warning Light —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Swivel Seat (Driver or Passenger) Fail indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres- CAUTION! Warning Light — If Equipped sure label, you should determine the proper tire infla- tion pressure for those tires. The TPMS has been optimized for the original equip- This light will illuminate when the driver or As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Transmission Temperature Warning YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown Light protection fuse, or an interruption of the electrical con- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF nection. Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact This warning light will illuminate to warn of a an authorized dealer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic High Beam Indicator Light — indicates that the plug is detected, but doesn't mean it BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS If Equipped is charging. It will be accompanied with a cluster mes- High Beam Indicator Light sage indicating the charge status: This indicator shows that the automatic high •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Active Speed Limiter Ready Indicator Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not WARNING! need towing, see an authorized dealer for service as Light — If Equipped With A Premium soon as possible. ○...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: •...
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE NORMAL STARTING EXTENDED PARK STARTING NOTE: NOTE: Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat Normal starting of either a cold or warm engine is Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle has belts.
STARTING AND OPERATING engine for no more than 10 seconds. This should clear AFTER STARTING NORMAL STARTING any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. Leave the The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will The transmission must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL ignition in the ON/RUN position, release the accelerator decrease as the engine warms up.
STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS PARKING BRAKE To apply the parking brake manually, pull up on the switch momentarily. You may hear a slight sound from the back of the vehicle while the parking brake A long break-in period is not required for the engine and ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) engages.
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STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front • wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driv- from the curb on an uphill grade.
STARTING AND OPERATING • The occupant status changed to unoccupied. When brake service work is complete, the following WARNING! steps must be followed to reset the park brake system • The driver with seatbelt not fastened/unbuckled. to normal operation: off. When the ignition is in the OFF position, the SafeHold can be temporarily bypassed by pushing the •...
STARTING AND OPERATING IGNITION PARK INTERLOCK 9-SPEED AUTOMATIC selector into the ERS “-”/”+” position (beside the DRIVE position) activates ERS mode, displays the current gear (KEYLESS VEHICLE) TRANSMISSION in the instrument cluster, and prevents automatic upshifts beyond this gear. In ERS mode, toggling the This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock, The transmission gear position display (located in the gear selector forward “-”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. As an The following indicators should be used to ensure that WARNING! added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the you have engaged the transmission into the PARK curb on a downhill grade, and away from the curb on an position: hit someone or something.
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STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: to achieve maximum efficiency. During extremely cold WARNING! temperatures (-16°F [-27°C] or below), operation may Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend briefly be limited to THIRD gear only. Normal operation that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest pos- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the igni- will resume once the transmission temperature has sible convenience.
STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — BEV WARNING! WARNING! (IF EQUIPPED) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting...
STARTING AND OPERATING both above the gear selector and in the instrument GEAR RANGES CAUTION! cluster display. To select a gear range, simply rotate the Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting from • gear selector. Push down on the gear selector, and then Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) into another gear range.
STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING CAUTION! CAUTION! • The electric power steering system will provide Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other Before moving the transmission gear selector out reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause of PARK, you must turn the ignition to the ON/RUN increased vehicle response and ease of maneuverabil- severe transmission damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER — IF EQUIPPED Push the SET (+) or SET (–) button to raise and lower CANC button. In this case, the system is not completely the target speed to the desired value. Pushing and turned off, and the driver can reactivate the Active holding down the SET (+) or SET (–) button will Speed Limiter by pressing the RES button.
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — Pushing the SET (+) or SET (–) button on the right of the steering wheel will raise and lower the set speed to a • If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will desired value above or below the set ISA speed.
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STARTING AND OPERATING Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! When ACC is activated, but the vehicle speed setting ○ Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- has not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive tions into account, and may be limited upon Cruise Control Ready.”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING To Set A Desired 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. The When the vehicle speed is below the minimum cause the vehicle to continue to accelerate beyond speed range...
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STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • Metric Speed (km/h) The braking temperature exceeds normal range (overheated) Pushing the SET (+), or SET (-) button once will • • If your vehicle is at standstill longer than two sec- result in a 1 km/h speed adjustment. Each subse- To Turn Off onds, the driver will either have to push the RES quent tap of the button results in an adjustment of...
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STARTING AND OPERATING Setting The Following Distance In ACC Overtake Aid If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same lane, the instrument cluster display will show the ACC Set The specified following distance for ACC can be set by When driving with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) With Target Detected Light.
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STARTING AND OPERATING “ACC LIMITED FUNCTIONALITY CAMERA To keep the ACC system operating properly, it is impor- WARNING! tant to note the following maintenance items: BLOCKED” WARNING • Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the When the ACC system is resumed, the driver must The “ACC Limited Functionality Camera Blocked”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING TURNS AND BENDS limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still driv- There may not be sufficient distance to the lane- able under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily changing vehicle. Always be attentive and ready to When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system unavailable.
STARTING AND OPERATING STATIONARY OBJECTS AND VEHICLES NOTE: Visual + Chime When Visual + Chime is selected, the system will alert ACC does not react to stationary objects or vehicles. For • The TSA system will automatically display the road the driver when the current speed of the vehicle example, ACC will not react in situations where the sign detected in the unit of measurement (mph...
STARTING AND OPERATING ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM — WARNING! IF EQUIPPED Active Driving Assist is an SAE Level 2 Driver Assist feature, requiring driver attention at all times. To pre- vent serious injury or death: OPERATION • Always remember that the Active Driver Assist sys- tem is a convenience system that cannot accu- The Active Driving Assist (ADA) system is combined with rately detect all situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING driver stops providing input to the steering wheel, the TURNING ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST 4. If desired, adjust the ACC distance setting by push- system will require a few seconds to fully resume lane ing the Distance Setting button. ON OR OFF centering assistance, especially during curves.
STARTING AND OPERATING • • • Vehicle is not in a tight curve If the brake pedal is pressed or ACC system is Active Driving Assist Indicator (steering wheel icon in deactivated the instrument cluster display) • Driver has hands on steering wheel •...
STARTING AND OPERATING Maneuver by placing the hands on the steering wheel WARNING! or pressing the pedal throttle, the system will behave normally and the Minimum Risk Maneuver will be • Do not use a hand-held device when the Active stopped.
STARTING AND OPERATING The Active Driving Assist system may have limited or ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from the reduced functionality when one of the following condi- disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition corners of the rear fascia/bumper.
STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE DISPLAY The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing and/or right rear region and the system will produce a a single arc in the left and/or right front or rear regions tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the dis- The warning display will turn on indicating the system based on the object’s distance and location relative to play will show the single arc moving closer to the...
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STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the instrument cluster display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS FOR REAR Rear Distance Greater than...
STARTING AND OPERATING Front Park Assist Audible Alerts SERVICE THE PARKSENSE PARK Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sen- sor is in failure condition, the instrument cluster display ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist audible ASSIST SYSTEM shall indicate that the ParkSense system is unavailable, alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when...
STARTING AND OPERATING • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care If it is necessary to keep the ball mount and hitch ball WARNING! not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must assembly mounted for a long period, it is possible to not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or filter out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly pres- •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING • When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument clus- front sensors stay active and can provide acoustic WARNING ALERTS ter display will read “PARKSENSE OFF.” Further- and visual warnings. The rear sensors are automati- Fast audible more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off cally reactivated when the trailer's cable plug is chime as the until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the igni-...
STARTING AND OPERATING range of 6-8 mph (6-11 km/h), the system offers effec- CAUTION! CAUTION! tive collision mitigation, providing a reliable solution when avoidance is not possible. • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using Rear • Side Distance Warning is only a parking aid and it Emergency Braking in order to be able to stop in When REB is activated, the system will suppress addi- is unable to recognize every obstacle, including...
STARTING AND OPERATING • • During a semi-automatic maneuver, if the driver ENABLING AND DISABLING THE Trailer Reverse Steering Control (TRSC) is active. touches the steering wheel after being instructed to • Snowplow is connected. PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST remove their hands from the steering wheel, the NOTE: system will cancel, and the driver will be required to SYSTEM...
STARTING AND OPERATING • PARALLEL/PERPENDICULAR When searching for a parking space, the driver should drive as parallel or perpendicular (depending PARKING SPACE ASSISTANCE on the type of maneuver) to other vehicles as OPERATION possible. • The feature will only indicate the last detected park- When the ParkSense Active Park Assist system is ing space (example: if passing multiple available enabled, the “Active ParkSense Searching - Press...
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STARTING AND OPERATING • When the vehicle is in the parking position, the maneu- If the system is canceled during the maneuver for ver is complete and the driver will be instructed to any reason, the driver must take control of the check the vehicle's parking position, then shift the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING End Of Maneuver direction you want to exit. Let go of the steering wheel CAUTION! and use the brake or accelerator pedals as instructed, The semi-automatic maneuver ends when the display while the system handles the steering automatically for •...
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: LANESENSE WARNING MESSAGE • When operating conditions have been met, the The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane LaneSense system will monitor if the driver’s hands drift condition through the instrument cluster display. are on the steering wheel and provide an audible When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines are and visual warning to the driver if removed.
STARTING AND OPERATING • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has CHANGING LANESENSE STATUS been approached and is in a lane departure situa- The LaneSense system has settings to adjust the inten- tion, the left lane line flashes yellow (on/off). The sity of the torque warning and the warning zone sensi- LaneSense telltale changes from solid yellow to...
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Distance To The Rear Of Zone If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on The Vehicle the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) dry with a soft cloth.
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STARTING AND OPERATING Modes Of Operation When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with cam- Rear View era delay turned off, the Surround View system is exited Manual activation of the Surround View system is This is the default view of the system in and the last known screen appears again.
STARTING AND OPERATING Deactivation 3. Fully insert the fuel nozzle into the filler pipe. CAUTION! The system can be deactivated under the following 4. Fill the vehicle with fuel. conditions: • To avoid vehicle damage, Surround View should NOTE: • only be used as a parking aid.
STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING CAUTION! (GAWR) • As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- Damage to the fuel system or emissions control The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and system could result from using an improper fuel tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label rear axles.
STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating CURB WEIGHT Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), you must redistribute the weight. Improper weight distribution can have an (GCWR) The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle handles and the way the brakes operate.
STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by A Weight-Distributing Hitch system works by applying • An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch the maximum width of the front of a trailer. leverage through spring (load) bars.
STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS 2. Select the model TRAILER AND TONGUE WEIGHT (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. RATINGS) NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: www.ramtrucks.com/ram-commercial/body-builders-guide To locate trailer towing specifications follow these steps:...
STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Tires NOTE: WARNING! Remember that everything put into or on the trailer • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a com- adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these pact spare tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the WARNING! vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer con- nector. Refer to the following illustrations. • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake NOTE: system and cause it to fail.
STARTING AND OPERATING Tow/Haul Mode Cruise Control — If Equipped NOTE: Using TOW/HAUL mode or selecting a lower gear range • To reduce potential for automatic transmission over- Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads. (using the ERS shift control) while operating the vehicle heating, activate TOW/HAUL mode when driving in hilly •...
STARTING AND OPERATING • Slow down if the road has standing water or CAUTION! WARNING! puddles. • • Towing this vehicle in violation of the previously Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s listed requirements can cause severe transmission become visible.
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STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- nated, as this may result in further damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal damage to the engine.
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS UCONNECT SETTINGS The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) For detailed information about your Uconnect 5 With The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on is installed.
MULTIMEDIA For The Uconnect 5 With 7-inch Display And The CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE Uconnect 5 NAV With 10.1-inch Display FEATURES Press the Vehicle button, then press the Settings tab on the top of the touchscreen. In this menu, the Uconnect system allows you to access all of the available pro- grammable features.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Display Brightness Nighttime This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are on. To access this setting, Display Mode must be set to Manual. The “+” setting will increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness. Display Brightness Daytime This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are off.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are off. To access this setting, Display Mode must be set to Display Brightness Daytime “Manual”. The “+” setting will increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness. Set Theme This setting will allow you to change the display theme.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Audio Settings This setting will open the submenu, containing the audio settings page 147. Reset App Drawer to Default Order This setting will reset the app drawer to its factory default layout. Restore Settings to Default This setting will return all the previously changed settings to their factory defaults.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Side Distance Warning This setting will turn the Side Distance Warning on or off. The “Off” setting will deactivate the system. The “On”setting will provide both an audible chime and a visual display. ParkSense This setting will change the type of ParkSense alert when a close object is detected. The available options are “Sound” which pro- vides only an audible chime and “Sounds &...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Show Time and Date During Screen Off This setting will allow you to show the time and date while the screen is off. Available options are “On” and “Off”. Phone/Bluetooth® When the Phone/Bluetooth® button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to Bluetooth® connectivity from an external audio device or smart- phone.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Show Command List This setting will allow you to turn the Command List on or off. The “Always” setting will always show the Command List. The “With Help” setting will show the Command List and provide a brief description of what the command does. The “Never” setting will turn the Command List off.
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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 Rain Sensing Auto Wipers This setting will turn the Rain Sensing Auto Wipers on or off.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Headlight Sensitivity This setting will allow you to set the sensitivity of the headlights dependent on the amount of visible light. The greater the sensitivity set, the less the external light variation required to turn on the lights (e.g. with a setting on level 3 at sunset, the headlights turn on earlier than in levels 1 and 2).
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Sound Horn With Lock This setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed on the key fob. The “Off” setting will not sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed. The “1st Press” setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed once. The “2nd Press” setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed twice.
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MULTIMEDIA Audio When the Audio button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays options related to the vehicle’s sound system. These settings can change the audio location within the vehicle, adjust the bass or treble levels, and auto-play settings from an audio device or smartphone. NOTE: Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
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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 Turn this setting on or off to hear notification sounds throughout your system. App Drawer Favoriting Pop-Ups This setting turns the App Favorited pop-up on or off.
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MULTIMEDIA Software Updates 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 Software Downloads over Wi-Fi This setting will allow software updates to happen over Wi-Fi.
MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Description Clear Personal Data This setting will display a pop-up that gives you the option to clear all personal data from the system, including Bluetooth® devices and presets. Reset Wi-Fi Password For Projection This setting will allow you to reset the vehicle’s Wi-Fi password for smartphone projection. The available options are “Yes” and “Cancel”.
SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES REGENERATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING! (RBS) — BEV (IF EQUIPPED) • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping The RBS replenishes the vehicle's high voltage battery makes the stopping distance longer.
SAFETY Brake Assist System (BAS) The system uses an in-vehicle sound synthesizer with creating a steering effect that mitigates the crosswind two external speakers. One is located in the under-hood influence. During system intervention, the driver should The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking compartment and the other is in the rear of the vehicle.
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SAFETY Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and more WARNING! wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to ESC enhances directional control and stability of the • gain traction. To turn ESC on again, momentarily push Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- vehicle under various driving conditions.
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SAFETY Hill Start Assist (HSA) Towing With HSA on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
SAFETY The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light (in the When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/ When the vehicle is started, the BSM Warning Light will instrument cluster) will start to flash as soon as the Malfunction Indicator Light will flash, the engine power momentarily illuminate in both outside rearview mirrors tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin.
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SAFETY Entering From The Rear Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h). Radar Sensor Locations Warning Light Location If the system detects degraded performance due to The BSM system monitors the detection zone from contamination or foreign objects, a message will warn three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driv-...
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SAFETY The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adja- exposed. The RCP system will then have a clear view of cent lanes page 269.
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SAFETY NOTE: WARNING! Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM system, the radio is also muted. Rear Cross Path Detection (RCP) is not a backup aid system. It is intended to be used to help a driver When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond detect an oncoming vehicle in a parking lot situation.
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SAFETY NOTE: NOTE: Selected setting is stored when the ignition is placed in Trailer length is determined within +/- 3 ft (1 m) of the OFF position. To change this setting, it must be actual length. Trailers that are the same size as the selected through the Uconnect Settings page 136.
SAFETY System Operation WARNING! Using feedback obtained from the driver’s steering pat- The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to terns, any buttons/switches that are pressed, and from help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM the front camera, the system implements two operating system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- logics:...
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SAFETY Turning FCW On Or Off NOTE: mitigate the potential forward collision. If the driver reacts to the warnings by braking and the system deter- • The FCW information is located in the Uconnect display The minimum speed for FCW activation is 3 mph mines that the driver intends to avoid the collision by under Automatic Emergency Braking in the control set- (5 km/h).
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SAFETY NOTE: • If the front camera is blocked due to external environ- Use only a soft cloth for cleaning. Do not use sol- mental conditions (i.e. heavy rain, snow, fog), the sys- vents or abrasive pastes. The “Far” setting may result in a greater number of tem will be deactivated and a warning message will FCW possible collision warnings experienced.
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SAFETY Small Vehicles And/Or Not Aligned To The Lane Passing Of Vehicles In An Oncoming Intersection The system is not able to detect the presence of The system could temporarily react to a vehicle that vehicles that are in front of the vehicle but placed out- crossed the range of the camera in an oncoming side the field of action of the camera and could there- intersection.
SAFETY TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING tem receives the updated tire pressures. The vehicle CAUTION! may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above SYSTEM (TPMS) 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this • Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire information.
SAFETY Base System extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been 3. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the spare tire, This is the TPMS Warning Light located in 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire...
SAFETY Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize seat BeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The BeltAlert WARNING! the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: feature is active whenever the ignition switch is in the AVV (START) or MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.
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SAFETY Change Of Status WARNING! WARNING! If the driver or outboard front seat passenger badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more BeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is for more than one person, no matter what their severe injuries in a collision.
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SAFETY WARNING! internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.
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SAFETY 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded web- WARNING! bing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. • Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. 4.
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SAFETY Seat Belt Pretensioner — If Equipped NOTE: The BEV model is not equipped with a passenger seat. The front seat belt system is equipped with pretension- If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ing devices that are designed to remove slack from the ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt in the event of a collision.
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.
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SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the air bag cov- • Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument ers or attempt to open them manually. You may panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system panel during front air bag deployment could cause damage the air bags and you could be injured...
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SAFETY Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs) sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, are located above the side windows. The trim covering away from an inflating air bag. the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG”...
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SAFETY The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, WARNING! WARNING! including some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions that do not impact the area of the pas- • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deploy- •...
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SAFETY Air Bag System Components Enhanced Accident Response System manent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if In the event of an impact, if the communication net- NOTE: you have any blistering, see your doctor work remains intact, and the power remains intact, immediately.
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SAFETY NOTE: BEV (If Equipped) WARNING! For gas vehicles, after an accident, remember to place After an event occurs requiring activation of the the ignition in the STOP (OFF) position to avoid draining seat accessories may be used. If it is necessary to Enhanced Accident Response System, when the system the battery.
SAFETY BEV Models To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’s This commercial vehicle is not designed for use as a needed.
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SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! WARNING! NOTE: • • Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do front seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward This vehicle’s optional rear bench seat allows rear- restraint in the rear seat.
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SAFETY If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then WARNING! the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check Rear-facing infant restraints must never be secured in seat belt fit periodically and make sure the seat belt the passenger seat of a vehicle with a passenger air buckle is latched.
SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor locked, you should not be able to pull out any web- bing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5. (ALR) 7.
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SAFETY Recommendations for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight of the Child + Child Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Restraint Lower Anchors Only Seat Belt Only Rear-Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lb (29.5 kg) Rear-Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lb (29.5 kg) Forward-Facing Child Restraint...
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SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Lower Anchors For Rear-Facing Child Restraints, use the lower anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child 65 lb (29.5 kg).
SAFETY To Install A Lower Anchorage SAFETY TIPS CONNECTED VEHICLES Compatible Child Restraint Privacy of any wireless and wired communications can- not be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS The following instructions are intended for rear-facing information and private communications without your child seats only.
SAFETY Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! WARNING! The Air Bag Warning Light will turn on for • ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or stacked four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the driver’s side floor area when the vehicle is floor mat, or damaged floor mat fasteners may cause the ignition switch is first placed in the MAR...
SAFETY Lights WARNING! WARNING! Have someone observe the operation of brake lights • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine and exterior lights while you work the controls. Check engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con- running for more than a short period, adjust the turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instru-...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS WARNING! With extended use, the Hazard Warning Flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning Flashers button is located on the ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the instrument panel below the climate controls. road.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: NOTE: WARNING! ○ In case the SOS Call button is pushed in error, there Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho- • will be a ten second delay before the SOS Call sys- rized by the subscriber. The SOS Call system is embedded into the vehi- ○...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • • An In-Vehicle Audio message will state “Vehicle LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network congestion CAUTION! device requires service. Please contact an autho- • Weather rized dealer.” • To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Buildings, structures, geographic terrain, or tunnels spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — PREPARATIONS FOR JACKING Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the IF EQUIPPED 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or vehicle is being lifted or raised. slippery areas.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY To release the jack kit from its storage location, turn the SPARE TIRE REMOVAL lock knob a quarter turn counterclockwise to the unlock position. 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the vehicle. Attach the lug bolt adapter to the winch extension and insert it into the winch mechanism.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY The winch mechanism is located under the rear of the vehicle in between the right rear tire and spare tire. Lowering Spare Tire Lifting Spare Tire 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain 5.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JACKING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on loca- WARNING! tions other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5. Remove the wheel lug bolts. For vehicles with wheel covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! WARNING! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the hard stop could endanger the occupants of the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Selecting Air Mode • • Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread The Tire Service Kit Sealant is only intended to seal can be sealed with the Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects punctures less than 1/4 inch (6 mm) diameter in Push in the Mode Select Knob and turn (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY deflated tire and running the air pump. Move the 3. After pushing the Power Button, the seal- WARNING! vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this ant (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Drive Vehicle: NOTE: 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle If tire has improper inflation follow these next steps: Immediately after injecting sealant and is empty. Continue to operate the pump inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles 1.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: Sealant Bottle Replacement: 1. Push the Power Button to turn on Tire 1. Unwrap the power cord. Service Kit and inflate the tire to the cold 2.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • The Sealant Bottle is a one tire application use and TIRE SERVICE KIT COMPONENTS WARNING! needs to be replaced after each use. Always replace AND OPERATION these components immediately at your original before use. The user of the product is responsible for equipment vehicle dealer.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • Selecting Sealant Mode Knob is in Air Mode when inflating such items to WARNING! avoid injecting sealant into them. The Tire Service Push in the Mode Select Knob and turn Kit Sealant is only intended to seal punctures less lowed, or absorbed through the skin.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY (B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit: If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – sure indicated on the tire pressure label on the 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (3): driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure). 1.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar): CAUTION! Replacement: The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive can also result in sealant contacting internal Tire the vehicle further.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Bottle release button, then push the bottle into the PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START — 3. Pull upward and remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. housing by holding the button. An audible click will GAS MODELS be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! WARNING! CAUTION! Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) Failure to follow these procedures could result in Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle post of the discharged battery.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the vehicle's high voltage battery has also been dis- When the vehicle is at the charging location, shift the charged, it will need to be recharged to a minimum transmission back to PARK, apply the Electric Park operating State Of Charge (SOC) before the vehicle can Brake, and start the high voltage battery charging.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Connecting The Jumper Cables WARNING! 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to • the remote positive (+) post of the discharged Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal vehicle.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster CAUTION! battery, let the engine idle a few minutes and then cycle the ignition to ON/RUN in the vehicle with the Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets discharged battery.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • You can also turn the temperature control to maxi- GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE mum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing moved out of the PARK (P) position, you can use the heat from the engine cooling system.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! WARNING! CAUTION! • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between transmission overheating and failure. Allow the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- front wheels on the ground can cause severe •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Tow Eye Usage Precautions TOW EYE INSTALLATION WARNING! The front tow eye receptacle is located behind a door CAUTION! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow eyes. on the passenger’s side of the fascia/bumper. • Do not use a chain with a tow eye.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Front Tow Eye Installed ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident Response System. This feature is a communication network that takes effect in the event of an impact. page 175 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • SCHEDULED SERVICING An authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator Check the tire pressures and look for unusual wear message after completing the scheduled oil change. If or damage. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake pads, replace as necessary. Inspect the rear door net block gap, adjust/replace as necessary.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CHECKING OIL LEVEL To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates. regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE PRESSURE WASHING WARNING! Cleaning the engine compartment with a high pressure • Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories washer is not recommended. contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION! Precautions have been taken to safeguard all parts CAUTION! and connections however, the pressures generated by these machines is such that complete protection...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE The API Starburst trademark certifies the environment. Contact an authorized dealer, service 0W-20, 0W-30 and 5W-30 engine oils. station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in An authorized dealer has the qualified service person- your area.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Air Cleaner, Filter Selection Engine Air Cleaner, Filter Installation The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. NOTE: Only high quality Mopar® certified filters should be Inspect and clean the housing assembly if significant used. dirt or debris is present before replacing the engine air Engine Air Cleaner, Filter Inspection and cleaner filter.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant blower operating, the blower can contact hands and under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal may propel dirt and debris into your eyes, resulting in injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant personal injury.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE hood latching components to ensure proper function. damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the CAUTION! When performing other underhood services, the hood complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for latch release mechanism, and safety catch should be broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill • COOLING SYSTEM This vehicle has not been designed for use with pro- pylene glycol-based engine coolant. Use of propyl- NOTE: ene glycol-based engine coolant is not WARNING! recommended. Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant prop- erly.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE this extended maintenance period, it is important to Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if WARNING! use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming temperatures below −37°C are anticipated. Please to MS.90032) throughout the life of your vehicle. contact an authorized dealer for assistance.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System Notes • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter WARNING! operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install NOTE: ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs • Use only the manufacturer recommended brake may result in unsatisfactory engine cooling perfor- When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ fluid page 265.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How- CAUTION! ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes Selection Of Lubricant contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as disassembled for any reason.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3.6 Liter — Underhood Fuses The Front Power Distribution Center is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover. Front Power Distribution Center...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Removal of the two cover screws is necessary before accessing the fuses. Fuse Access Cover Screw Location The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description * If Equipped – 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 ECM/ KL15 Starter Relay Coil – 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM) / Injectors – 7.5 Amp Brown KL30 Engine Control Module (ECM) / KL30 Main Relay Coil –...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Mini Fuse Description * If Equipped 30 Amp Green Vacuum Pump 30 Amp Green Transmission Power RELE 5 Amp Beige Backup Alarm 10 Amp Red Heated Steering Wheel 15 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Mod 15 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Mod 5 Amp Beige Rear Roll Up Door *...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) — Underhood Fuses The Front Power Distribution Center is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover. Front Power Distribution Center...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Removal of the two cover screws is necessary before The ID number of the electrical component correspond- accessing the fuses. ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Fuse Access Cover Screw Location Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description * If Equipped – 5 Amp Beige EAC Compressor – 5 Amp Beige – – Spare – 30 Amp Green Windshield Wiper – 5 Amp Beige – 30 Amp Green – –...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Mini Fuse Description * If Equipped 10 Amp Red Heated Steering Wheel 15 Amp Blue Trailer Tow mod 15 Amp Blue Trailer Tow mod 5 Amp Beige Rear Roll up door 5 Amp Beige Netradyne Front Power Distribution Center Additional Fuses The additional fuse box is located inside the front PDC Box.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3.6 Liter — Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Mod- ule (BCM) and is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel. NOTE: Please contact an authorized dealer for BCM fuse replacement.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Not Used Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) — Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Mod- ule (BCM) and is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown 7.5 Amp Brown INT HALF - DRVM - PAM - CVPM - EMC - ASS - SGW - EVCU - HVAC 7.5 Amp Brown +30 IPC - Keyless-Go - Passive Entry 3.6 Liter —...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) — Right BULB REPLACEMENT Central Pillar Fuses Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part NOTE: Numbers For Driver Seat Heater and 115V Power Inverter Fuses In the instance a bulb needs to be replaced, this sec- replacement contact the Assistance Network tion includes bulb description and replacement part numbers.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Name Bulb Number Front Fog Lamps (Halogen – If Equipped) PSX24W Front Fog Lamps Rear Tail/Stop Lamps W21/5W Rear Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Rear Backup Lamps Rear Side Marker Lamps License Plate Lamps (Halogen – If Equipped) License Plate Lamps (RR Roll Up Door –...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE FRONT, REAR ROOF LAMPS 4. Remove two lower retaining screws from the head- 5. Pull Headlamp forward, disconnect the harness lamp housing. electrical connector and remove the headlamp See the following steps to replace: assembly from vehicle. 5.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 4. Disconnect the tail lamp harness connector and remove tail light assembly from the vehicle. 5. Remove the tail/stop, turn signal, backup and rear side marker bulb/socket by rotating counterclockwise. 6. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 7.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Markings NOTE: 3. Remove and replace the bulbs as needed. • 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.
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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)
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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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Term Definition A label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the rec- Tire Placard ommended cold tire inflation pressures. Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: 1.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Steps For Determining Correct Load (5) Determine the combined weight of Limit— luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely (1) Locate the statement “The com- exceed the available cargo and luggage bined weight of occupants and cargo load capacity calculated in Step 4.
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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.
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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE very important. Increased tire pressure and reduced Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” for further informa- vehicle loading may be required for high-speed vehicle experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced tion page 208.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE These indicators are molded into the bottom of the Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact tread depth becomes 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Tires TIRE TYPES For restrictions when towing with a spare tire desig- nated for temporary emergency use page 131. Some areas of the country require the use of All Season Tires — If Equipped Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped snow tires during the Winter.
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).
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! CAUTION! CAUTION! Avoid products or automatic car washes that use Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh metal polishes or oven cleaner.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TIRE ROTATION DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CAUTION! RECOMMENDATIONS UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate following precautions: • at different loads and perform different steering, driv- Because of restricted traction device clearance The following tire grading categories ing, and braking functions.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE cantly from the norm due to variations TEMPERATURE GRADES WARNING! in driving habits, service practices, and The Temperature grades are A (the The temperature grade for this tire is differences in road characteristics and highest), B, and C, representing the established for a tire that is properly climate.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • BODYWORK BODY AND UNDERBODY Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint MAINTENANCE finish. PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC Cleaning Headlights CAUTION! AGENTS Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog •...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster INTERIORS If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the Lenses vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth. SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! Do not use alcohol and alcohol-based and/or ketone- based cleaning products to clean leather upholstery, as damage to the upholstery may result. GLASS SURFACES All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial household-type glass cleaner.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. However, the effort required to The VIN is found on the left front corner of the instru- Lug Nut/Bolt **Lug Nut/Bolt Lug Nut/Bolt...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each ately. Use of gasoline with a lower than recommended Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure that the octane number can cause engine failure and may void or contains a higher level of detergents to fur- socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/bolt (do not not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DO NOT USE E-85 IN NON-FLEX MMT IN GASOLINE CAUTION! FUEL VEHICLES Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- mance problems resulting from the use of such blended into some gasolines to increase octane.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Engine Coolant meeting the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard MS.90032. We recommend using Mopar® SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil which meets the requirements of the manufacturer Material Engine Oil Standard MS-6395.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Who is Covered SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an You are covered by Roadside Assistance services if you authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and FOR YOUR VEHICLE are a purchaser for use of the vehicle.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Lockout Service 30 days of the occurrence. Be sure to include your VIN, PUERTO RICO AND US VIRGIN odometer mileage at the time of service, and current Whether the keys are locked in your vehicle or frozen ISLANDS mailing address.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle deliv- Warranty Information cause injury or death, you should ery date. If you have any questions about the service immediately inform the National High- contract, call FCA US LLC’s Service Contract National See the Warranty Information for the terms and provi- way Traffic Safety Administration Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE • IN CANADA find and correct problems, using step-by-step trouble- First and Last Name shooting and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic • Phone Number tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. If you believe that your vehicle has a •...
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE UConnect Medium Range Radar CANADA The following regulatory statement applies to UConnect ISED Cert Numb: 4135A-SRR3B The following regulatory statements apply to Medium devices equipped in this vehicle: Range Radar: This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/ FCC ID: Y7OVP2REFRESH receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and MEXICO Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt...
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE likely to cause harmful interference in which case the Radio frequency radiation exposure Information: user will be required to correct the interference at his This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation own expense. RF Exposure Information according exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ- 2.1091 / 2.1093 / KDB 447498 / OET bulletin 65: ment.
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INDEX Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..224, 264 Brake Fluid ....226, 265 Disposal ....225 Brake System .
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INDEX Warning Lights And Messages... .77 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions). . .81 Warranty Information ... . .268 Washer Adding Fluid ....217 Washing Vehicle.
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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit mopar.com/om distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury.
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The Ram app puts the latest in connectivity and convenience in the palm of your hand. The App provides access to your remote vehicle commands (if properly equipped), service history, My Garage and the Digital Glovebox. To get this app, go directly to the App Store or Google Play Store and enter the search keyword “Ram”...
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