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Dodge 2009 Ram Chassis Cab Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ............. 3 INTRODUCTION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction ......4 How To Use This Manual ....4 Warnings And Cautions .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 8: Van Conversions/Campers

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Ignition Key Removal ....12 Locking Doors With The Key .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors ....22 Using The Panic Alarm ....23 Programming Additional RKE Transmitters .
  • Page 13 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag ......48 Event Data Recorder (EDR) .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
  • Page 15 Ignition Switch Positions 1 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 4 — ON/RUN 2 — LOCK 5 — START 3 — OFF THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: • If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo- rarily in the ignition cylinder.

  • Page 16: Locking Doors With The Key

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition.

  • Page 17: To Release The Steering Wheel Lock

    To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine. If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock. NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it.

  • Page 18: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.

  • Page 19: Customer Key Programming

    CAUTION! Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys.

  • Page 20: General Information

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm System - If Equipped

    VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This Vehicle Security Alarm system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and visible signals. For the first three minutes the horn will sound and the headlights and security light will flash repeatedly.

  • Page 22: To Disarm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Disarm the System Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors and the Vehicle Security Light will flash for 30 seconds.

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped

    REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED The system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from distances up to about 23 ft (7 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Three Button RKE Transmitter 1 —...

  • Page 24: To Unlock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, the parking lights will flash on twice and, if installed, the cargo lamp will turn on for 30 seconds.

  • Page 25: Using The Panic Alarm

    The Horn Chirp feature is activated when shipped from the assembly plant. If desired, this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Perform this operation while standing outside the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed (i.e., functional) RKE transmitter.

  • Page 26: Programming Additional Rke Transmitters

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Panic Mode, press and release the PANIC button on the transmitter a second time, after five sec- onds. Panic Mode will automatically cancel after three minutes, or if the vehicle is started and exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).

  • Page 27: Rke Transmitter Battery Service

    RKE Transmitter Battery Service 1. With RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade or dime to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit- ter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal. RKE Transmitter Battery Replacement THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 2.

  • Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote starting system, which will allow the vehicle to be started from distances up to approximately 300 ft (91 m) away from the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter, which is part of your ignition key.

  • Page 29: Door Locks

    The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without starting. After either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Security Alarm is alarming, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition and moving it to the RUN position, then back to...

  • Page 30: Power Door Locks - If Equipped

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Power Door Lock Switch Location If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
  • Page 31 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Within 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times, ending in the LOCK position. (Do not start the engine.) 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door LOCK switch in the LOCK direction.

  • Page 32: Child Protection Door Lock

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door LOCK switch in the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of this feature.
  • Page 33 To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection door locks. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even, if the inside door LOCK is in the UNLOCKED position.

  • Page 34: Windows

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows – If Equipped Power Window Switches The control on the left front door panel has up-down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control and on the rear doors of Quad Cab windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned...
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Auto Down (Driver’s Side Only) The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. Window Lockout Switch (4-Door Models Only) The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors.

  • Page 36: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped Power Sliding Rear Window Switch The power sliding rear window switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. Press the right side of the switch to open the glass and the left side of the switch to close the glass.

  • Page 37: Occupant Restraints

    OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, and front airbags for both the driver and front passenger. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size belts, your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.

  • Page 38: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions except the Quad Cab front center seating position have combination lap/shoulder belts.
  • Page 39 WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap.
  • Page 41 WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury.
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
  • Page 43 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.) or if the airbag deployed.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pull the black buckle latch plate forward from the cab back panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there is an audible “click”.
  • Page 45 In Use Position THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

  • Page 46: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Press the button located on the upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best.

  • Page 47: Center Lap Belts

    How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

  • Page 48: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )

    46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert ) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt.

  • Page 49: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) can be reac- tivated by repeating this procedure. NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled.

  • Page 50: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag This vehicle may have front airbags for both the driver and front passenger (if equipped) as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
  • Page 51 WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Infants in rear-facing child restraints must NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag unless the airbag is turned off (Regular Cab Vehicles Only). An airbag deployment can cause se- vere injury or death to infants in that position.
  • Page 53 Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • AIRBAG Readiness Light • Driver Airbag • Passenger Airbag (if equipped) • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Crash Sensor • Interconnecting Wiring •...
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the light either momen- tarily or continuously. The instrument clus- ter will flash the seat belt indicator if it detects a fault with the airbag indicator.
  • Page 55 Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch (Regular Cab Vehicles Only) – If Equipped Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The passenger front airbag is to be turned off only if the passenger: • is an infant (less than one year old) who must ride in the front seat because there is no rear seat, because the rear seat is too small for a rear-facing infant restraint or because the infant has a medical condition which...
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/ shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck, or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) or windshield in a crash. This may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 57 If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will light until the ignition switch is turned off.

  • Page 59: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply: Refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: •...
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually in- dicative of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag deployment. • Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power).
  • Page 61 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler LLC product 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant 4.

  • Page 62: Child Restraint

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time — babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems.
  • Page 63 of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt. • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg).
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
  • Page 65 Allow the belt to return to the retractor, pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint. Refer to Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode in this section. • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) Each vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed in the Regular Cab passenger seat position and the Quad Cab rear seat outboard positions.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seat back tether anchorage have been available for some time.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach.
  • Page 69 rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap. In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle.
  • Page 71 Regular Cab with Any Bench Seat 1 — Tether Strap Hook 2 — Tether Anchor 3 — Tether Strap to Child Restraint THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence (Quad Cab - Rear Seats) 1.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and to the anchor directly behind the right seat.
  • Page 73 Tether Anchorage Points at All Three Seating Positions 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat.

  • Page 74: New Engine Break-In

    72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.

  • Page 75: Safety Tips

    occur. For recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Engine Oil” under “Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This is a nor- mal part of the break-in and is not an indication of difficulty.

  • Page 76: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system, exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle, or damage to the underside or rear of the vehicle.

  • Page 77: Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    Airbag Warning Light The airbag warning light should come on, and remain on, for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

  • Page 79: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......81 Inside Day/Night Mirror ....81 Automatic Dimming Mirror —...
  • Page 80 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seats ......114 40-20-40 Front Seat ....115 Reclining Seats .
  • Page 81 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..133 To Activate ......134 To Set At A Desired Speed .
  • Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cupholders ......146 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) ..... 146 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) .

  • Page 83: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).

  • Page 84: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

    82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- ming feature is activated.

  • Page 85: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

    WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side convex mirror could cause you to collide with an- other vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side convex mirror.

  • Page 86: Heated Power Mirrors - If Equipped

    84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or right mirror, and set it to the center off position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror when you are finished adjusting the mirror.
  • Page 87 Trailer Towing Position NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main mirror surface. Blindspot Mirror...

  • Page 88: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - If Equipped

    For UConnect customer support, visit the NOTE: following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect • www.jeep.com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone...
  • Page 89 The UConnect system is driven through your Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile” UConnect features Bluetooth technology - the global standard that enables different electronic devices to con- nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellu- lar phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnect...

  • Page 90: Operation

    88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped.
  • Page 91 Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options at any prompt, say Help following the beep. The UConnect system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the UConnect system from idle, simply press the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for directions.
  • Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority.
  • Page 93 • The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say John Doe, where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect phonebook or downloaded phonebook.
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language.
  • Page 95 • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the UConnect . These can only be edited on the mobile phone. The changes are transferred and updated to UConnect on the next phone connection. Phonebook Download — Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone, UConnect allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth .
  • Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook Edit. • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. •...
  • Page 97 • After you enter the name, the UConnect system will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted.

  • Page 98: Phone Call Features

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point. • The UConnect system will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call. • The selected number will be dialed. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature(s) are available on your...
  • Page 99 NOTE: The UConnect system compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can only answer an incoming call or ignore it. Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress To make a second call while you are currently on a call, press the VOICE RECOGNITION button and say Dial...
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the VOICE RECOG- NITION button while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress. After the second call has established, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call.

  • Page 101: Uconnect System Features

    • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can continue on the UConnect system for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect system to the mobile phone. • An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF.
  • Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Emergency and the UConnect system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- ber. This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Page 103 NOTE: • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico). • If supported, this number may be programmable on some systems.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE or sequence of numbers, followed by Send, is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. You can also send stored UConnect phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries.
  • Page 105 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Confirmations. The UConnect system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it. Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by your cellular phone, the UConnect system will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network...

  • Page 106: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In order to un-mute the UConnect system: • Press the VOICE RECOGNITION button. • Following the beep, say Mute off. Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call.

  • Page 107: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect System

    Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the UConnect system. • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts. •...
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this training mode, follow one of the two following proce- dures: From outside the UConnect mode (e.g., from radio...
  • Page 109 • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some.
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect system.
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  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero three four five seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol...
  • Page 115 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone...

  • Page 116: General Information

    114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 117: 40-20-40 Front Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 40-20-40 Front Seat The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. The back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compartment (if equipped). Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forward or rearward and is equipped with a back recliner.

  • Page 118: Reclining Seats

    116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 119: Adjustable Head Restraints

    WARNING! You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. If you ride in this position, the shoulder harness will no longer be restraining you.

  • Page 120: Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped

    118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the driver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’s seatback increases or decreases the lumbar (lower back) support.
  • Page 121 CAUTION! Do not put anything under a power seat. It may cause damage to the seat or seat controls. The four-way switch in the center can be moved forward or backward to get the most comfortable position. The same switch can be moved up and down to control seat height.

  • Page 122: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Change the seat angle by using the two toggle switches, tilting it up or down. Tilt Adjustment Heated Seats — If Equipped The heated seat switches are located in the instrument panel under the climate controls. Heated Seat Switches Press the switch once for High heat.

  • Page 123: To Open And Close The Hood

    Low is selected just the lower light will illuminate. Flashing indicator lights on the switch indicate that the heated seat system needs servicing. See your authorized dealer. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the grille and push upward on the safety latch to release it before raising the hood. Safety Latch CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 125: Lights

    LIGHTS The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel next to the steering wheel. Headlight Switch Location Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the upward detent position, or if equipped, when the UN-...

  • Page 126: Battery Saver

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Control NOTE: Quad Cab models may have an optional switched dome lamp that may be operated by pressing the lens. Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.

  • Page 127: Headlights, Parking Lights And Panel Lights

    The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). For details, refer to “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” under “Overhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped” in Section 3. Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position, the parking lights, tail lights, side marker lights, license plate light and instrument...

  • Page 128: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped

    126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.
  • Page 129 Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or left-hand turn. The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes to indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the turn signal system, the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate.
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the High beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from High or Low beam.

  • Page 131: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction lever. Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.

  • Page 132: Windshield Washers

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.

  • Page 133: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —...

  • Page 134: Adjustment

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3.

  • Page 135: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The controls are mounted on the steering wheel. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 —...

  • Page 136: To Activate

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control switch buttons (i.e., SET and CANCEL) are operated simulta- neously, in order to ensure proper operation. The system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control switch ON/OFF button and reestablishing the desired vehicle SET speed.

  • Page 137: To Resume Speed

    To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push and release the RESUME button. Resume can be used at any speed above 30 mph (50 km/h). To Vary The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is on, speed can be increased by pressing and holding the RESUME/ACCEL button.

  • Page 138: Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.

  • Page 139: Us/M Button

    US/M Button Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metric measurement units. US/M Button UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Reset Button Use this button to reset the following displays: Reset Button Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) Trip Odometer (ODO) Elapsed Time (ET)

  • Page 140: Step Button

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the four trip conditions. Step Button Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Average fuel economy is a running average of the amount of fuel used and the distance the vehicle has traveled.

  • Page 141: Distance To Empty (Dte)

    Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. This is not resettable. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.

  • Page 142: Elapsed Time (Et)

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset. Resetting of this screen will cause the trip odometer to change to zero. Elapsed Time (ET) This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset.

  • Page 143: Global Reset

    WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F (0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage. Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within two seconds while in any of the three resettable displays (AVG, ECO,...

  • Page 144: Manual Compass Calibration

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After completing up to three 360 degree turns, with the vehicle traveling less than 5 mph (8 km/h), in an area free from large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally. Manual Compass Calibration NOTE: To ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu-...

  • Page 145: Outside Temperature

    Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set according to the Compass Variance Map.

  • Page 146: Electrical Power Outlets

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary electrical outlet can provide power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The outlet is located in the instru- ment panel below and to the right of the climate control panel.

  • Page 147: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver

    CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.

  • Page 148: Cupholders

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ash Receiver CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) Your new vehicle is equipped with two adjustable cup- holders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the cupholder door handle, on the front surface. Each open- ing in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes.

  • Page 149: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats)

    Cupholders Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) If your new vehicle is equipped with bucket seats there are three cupholders located on the front of the center console. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Cupholders Bucket Seat Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab ) — If Equipped Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- holder that consists of two cupwells for rear passenger convenience.

  • Page 150: Storage

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped The center portion of the seat folds down to provide an armrest with unique storage compartments under the lid. Push the button on the front of the armrest to raise the cover.
  • Page 151 WARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or an accident. Only use the center seating position when the armrest is fully upright. • In an accident, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg).

  • Page 152: Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) - If Equipped

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) — If Equipped Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise the upper cover. Inside is a power outlet (if equipped), a cut out for a cell phone charger cord, removable coin holder (if equipped), and a divider to configure the storage area into separate compartments.
  • Page 153 WARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or an accident. Only use the center seating position when the armrest is fully upright. • In an accident, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg).

  • Page 154: Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models) Located in the center of the front 40–20–40 seat cushion there is a storage compartment. Regular Cab models also have storage behind the seat. The Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seat.

  • Page 155: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers

    Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the rear seat. Grocery Bag Hooks UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors —...

  • Page 156: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped The power sliding rear window switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. Press the right side of the switch to open the glass and the left side of the switch to close the glass.
  • Page 157 Unfolding the Load Floor 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Unfolding The Load Floor UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position. Load Floor In Open Position 3.
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor. 3.
  • Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....160 Instrument Cluster ....161 Instrument Cluster Description .
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands-Free Phone Capability ....187 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ..187 Operating Instructions - CD Mode .
  • Page 161 Video Entertainment System™ (Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped ....201 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped ......201 Radio Operation .

  • Page 162: Instrument Panel Features

    160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 - Headlight Switch 6 - Passenger Airbag 2 - Air Outlets 7 - Glove Compartment 3 - Instrument Cluster 8 - Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch* 4 - Climate Controls 9 - Power Outlet 5 - Radio 10 - Heated Seat Switch 11 - Exhaust Brake Switch*...

  • Page 163: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 164: Instrument Cluster Description

    162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gauges This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gauges indicate a reading either too high or too low. Examine the gauges carefully, and follow the instructions contained below for each indicated problem.
  • Page 165 4. Tachometer The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. CAUTION! Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer at high rpm for extended periods. Engine damage may occur. 5. Airbag Warning Light The indicator lights and remains lit for six to eight seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Oil Pressure Gauge The pointer should always indicate some oil pres- sure when the engine is running. A continuous high or low reading, under normal driving conditions, may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi- ate service should be obtained.
  • Page 167 The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle.

  • Page 168: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 157

    166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Shift Lever Indicator (Automatic Transmission Only) This display indicator shows the automatic transmission shift lever selection. NOTE: You must apply the brake before shifting from PARK. 16. Odometer/Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
  • Page 169 button down for a period of six seconds. The odometer will change to trip value first, then it will display the engine hour value. The engine hours will be displayed for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned off or the engine is started.
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions and engine control system. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on, as a bulb check, until the engine is started.
  • Page 171 If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- tem.
  • Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi- mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
  • Page 173 engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/ rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

  • Page 174: Electronic Digital Clock

    172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Low Fuel Light This light illuminates when the pointer is between “E” and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of tank volume) on the fuel gauge. When the fuel gauge pointer is on “E” (equivalent to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on the overhead console, if so equipped) there is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to approxi- mately 8% of tank volume.

  • Page 175: Sales Code Raq - Am/Fm/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And Video Entertainment Systems (Ves)™ Capabilities

    3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side Tune/Audio control to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune/Audio control. 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait approximately five seconds. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES)™...
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it.
  • Page 177 SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time.
  • Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones.
  • Page 179 Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types: 16 Digit-Character Program Type No program type or un- defined Adult Hits Alert Alert Classical Classic Rock College Country Emergency Test Emergency Test Foreign Language Foreign_Language Information Jazz News UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Program Type Nostalgia Display...
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station.

  • Page 181: Operation Instructions

    Operation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. • Note: This Radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.

  • Page 182: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)

    180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection.
  • Page 183 Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press and hold the LOAD/ EJECT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded.

  • Page 184: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace.
  • Page 185 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (including a separator 3-character extension) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).

  • Page 186: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Mp3 Audio Play)

    184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not supported.

  • Page 187: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) LOAD/ EJECT - Load Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC.
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the MSG or INFO button while in the message display priority mode or elapsed time display priority mode will display the song title for each file. RW/FF (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the FF side of the button to move forward through the MP3 selection.

  • Page 189: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 187

    SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND HANDS-FREE PHONE CAPABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. REF Radio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
  • Page 191 Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- trol. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the TUNE/AUDIO control to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display.

  • Page 193: Operating Instructions - Cd Mode

    Operating Instructions - CD Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display.

  • Page 194: Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal.
  • Page 195 MP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. The auxiliary mode becomes active when an electrical device is plugged into the AUX jack using a standard 3.5 mm stereo audio cable and the user presses and releases the MODE button until AUX appears on the display.

  • Page 196: Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone - If Equipped

    194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) No function. RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Mode Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone — If Equipped Refer to the “Hands-Free Phone (UConnect )”...

  • Page 197: Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio - If Equipped

    menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD changer with MP3 capability. Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit. One map DVD covers all of North America.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. To show the GPS clock, select “Displayed Clock: GPS Clock” and press ENTER. 3. To adjust the time zone, Select “Time Zone” and press ENTER. Select the appropriate time zone and press ENTER. 4. To turn daylight savings on or off, select “Daylight Savings”...

  • Page 199: Satellite Radio - If Equipped

    3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the Select Encoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press ENTER. Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another hour. 4. To increase the clock by minutes, make sure “MIN +” is highlighted and press ENTER.

  • Page 200: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)

    198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana- dian residents. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available when calling: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID).

  • Page 201: Selecting Satellite Mode In Ref, Raq, And Rak Radios

    With the ignition in the ACC position and the radio off, press the CD Eject and SET buttons simultaneously until the 12 digits of the ESN/SID appear on the screen. Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, And RAK Radios Selecting Satellite Mode — REF Radio Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SAT appears in the display.

  • Page 202: Storing And Selecting Preset Channels

    200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Storing And Selecting Preset Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM preset stations, you may also commit 12 satellite stations to pushbutton memory. These satellite channel preset stations will not erase any AM or FM preset memory stations. Follow the memory preset procedures that apply to your radio.

  • Page 203: Reception Quality

    Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception.

  • Page 204: Radio Operation

    202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker type switch with a button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The center button of the right-hand control will allow you to change the mode.

  • Page 205: Cd/Dvd Maintenance

    If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track, three times, it will play the third, etc. The button in the center of the left-hand switch has no function in this mode. CD/DVD MAINTENANCE To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: 1.

  • Page 206: Climate Controls

    204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Climate Control Location Heater Only — If Equipped Manual Heating Controls The mode control (at the right of the control panel) can be set in any of the...
  • Page 207 NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel. Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level) Select the recirculation modes when the outside air contains smoke or...
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower control. Turn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire. To turn the blower off, turn the knob to the far left posi- tion.

  • Page 209: Air Conditioning And Heating - If Equipped

    Air Conditioning and Heating — If Equipped Air Conditioning And Heating Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the air conditioning, set the fan control at any speed and press the snowflake button located at the right of the control panel. Conditioned air will be directed through the UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 outlets selected by the mode control.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots. Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level) Select the recirculation modes when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired.
  • Page 211 Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower control. Turn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire. To turn the blower off, turn the knob to the far left position.

  • Page 212: Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature Control - If Equipped

    210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature Control — If Equipped With the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, each front seat occupant can independently control the tem- perature of air coming from the outlets on their side of the vehicle.
  • Page 213 Recirculation Pushbutton Pushing the Recirculation button al- lows interior air to recirculate continu- ously in any position except defrost and defrost/floor mode for rapid cool down of the interior. Refer to “Fast Cooldown” in this section. Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Outside air flows in equal proportions through the floor and defroster outlets. Defrost Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defroster outlets located at the base of the windshield and side window demist outlets. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C button has not been pressed.
  • Page 215 Dual Zone Temperature Control Dual Zone Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. This is accomplished by having separate temperature control slides for both the driver and front passenger. The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures, while the red area indi- cates warmer temperatures.

  • Page 216: Operating Tips

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Fast Cooldown For a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob to the extreme right position, turn the mode control to the panel fresh position, press the snowflake button to turn on the air conditioning, and drive with the windows open for the first few minutes.
  • Page 217 smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging. Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during summer to provide proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against overheating.

  • Page 218: Operating Tips Chart

    216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Chart...
  • Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....221 Normal Starting ..... 221 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 220 218 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (4 Position Switch) — If Equipped ..242 Shifting Procedure — Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..... . . 246 Limited-Slip Differential –...

  • Page 221: Starting And Operating

    Supplemental Tire Pressure Information — If Equipped ......276 Tire Chains ......276 Snow Tires .
  • Page 222 220 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . 304 Recreational Towing – 2-Wheel Drive Models ....304 Recreational Towing – 4-Wheel Drive Models ....305...

  • Page 223: Starting Procedures

    STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter from overheating. WARNING! •...

  • Page 224: If Engine Fails To Start

    222 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of PARK. Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key briefly to START position, and release it. The starter motor will continue to run, but will automatically disengage when the engine is running.

  • Page 225: After Starting

    WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer to “Jump Starting”...

  • Page 226: Automatic Transmission

    224 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
  • Page 227 DRIVE position. Pull the shift lever toward you when shifting into REVERSE, SECOND, FIRST or PARK, or when shifting out of PARK. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL position into another gear range. PARK This gear position supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission.
  • Page 228 226 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse.
  • Page 229 NOTE: Use caution when operating a heavily loaded vehicle in SECOND or FIRST gear selections in high ambients as torque converter slip can impose significant additional heat load on the cooling system. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- tronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive).
  • Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When To Use “TOW HAUL” and “O/D OFF” Modes When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the “TOW HAUL O/D OFF”...
  • Page 231 economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear are performed (for improved braking) when driving conditions warrant. Pressing the “TOW HAUL O/D OFF” button a second time to select O/D OFF will disable 4th and 5th gear completely, which should elimi- nate any excessive transmission shifting.

  • Page 232: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped

    230 STARTING AND OPERATING the transmission. This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- verter will refill within five seconds of shifting from PARK into any other gear position. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with either a manually shifted transfer case or an electronically shifted...
  • Page 233 at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference will adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to the transfer case.
  • Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: Rear Wheel Drive High Range - Normal street and highway driving. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4-Wheel Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together.

  • Page 235: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case

    Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case Manual Transfer Case Shifter 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is in motion, shifts can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h). With the STARTING AND OPERATING 233 vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelera-...

  • Page 236: Transfer Case Reminder Light

    234 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur.
  • Page 237 This Electronically Shifted transfer case provides 5 mode positions: 2-wheel drive (2WD), 4WD AUTO, 4WD LOCK, NEUTRAL and 4WD LOW. The Electronically Shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) or 4-wheel drive position (4WD AUTO) for normal street and high- way conditions (dry hard surfaced roads).
  • Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL Button NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational towing only.
  • Page 239 If One or More Shift Conditions are not Met 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- tinue to flash. 3. The transfer case will not shift. NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met.
  • Page 240 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds.

  • Page 241: Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case

    4WD LOW 4-Wheel Drive Low Range - Low speed 4-wheel drive. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
  • Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for the selected position have been met. To retry a shift: return the control knob back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds and try the shift again.
  • Page 243 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not flashing), shift transmission back into gear. Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. With the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.

  • Page 244: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (4 Position Switch) - If Equipped

    242 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (4 Position Switch) — If Equipped This is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is located on the instrument panel. Transfer Case Switch This Electronically Shifted transfer case provides four mode positions: 2 (rear)-wheel drive high range, 4-wheel...
  • Page 245 positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in- creased tire wear and damage to the driveline compo- nents. NEUTRAL Button NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The transfer STARTING AND OPERATING 243 case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational towing only.
  • Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING If One or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- tinue to flash. 3. The transfer case will not shift. NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met.
  • Page 247 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case.

  • Page 248: Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case

    246 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOCK 4-Wheel Drive Lock Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW 4-Wheel Drive Low Range - Low speed 4-wheel drive.
  • Page 249 remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for the selected position have been met. To retry a shift: return the control knob back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds and try the shift again.
  • Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. USE EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES: Preferred Procedure 1. With engine running, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).

  • Page 251: Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped

    LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL – IF EQUIPPED The limited-slip differential provides additional traction on snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly when there is a difference between the traction characteristics of the surface under the right and left rear wheels. During normal driving and cornering, the limited-slip unit per- forms similarly to a conventional differential.

  • Page 252: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    250 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability.

  • Page 253: Shallow Standing Water

    Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so. CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.

  • Page 254: Power Steering

    252 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances.

  • Page 255: Power Steering Fluid Check

    WARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible.

  • Page 256: Parking Brake

    254 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE The foot-operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. NOTE: The instrument cluster red brake warning light will come on and flash to indicate that the parking brake is applied.

  • Page 257: Brake System

    WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.

  • Page 258: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System

    256 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System WARNING! • Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) contain sophisti- cated electronic equipment. It may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability.
  • Page 259 The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation. This is normal. When you are in a severe braking condition involving use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

  • Page 260: Tire Safety Information

    258 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 — U.S. DOT Safety Stan- 4 — Maximum Load dards Code (TIN) 2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure 3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades NOTE: •...
  • Page 261 molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. Tire Sizing Chart Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank... = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
  • Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...

  • Page 263: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    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. DOT = Department of Transportation —...

  • Page 264: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    262 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle...
  • Page 265 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here.
  • Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: •...
  • Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 265...

  • Page 268: Tires - General Information

    266 STARTING AND OPERATING 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. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.

  • Page 269: Tire Inflation Pressures

    WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
  • Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure.”...
  • Page 271 Tire Inflation Pressure — 4500/5500 with Steel Carcass Ply Tires This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewall. As such, they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires. Adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel trained, supervised and equipped accordingly. STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Mounted to Vehicle...
  • Page 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING 4500/5500 Tire Inflation...
  • Page 273 When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel assembly mounted on a vehicle, use Remote Mount Automatic Inflation Kit (similar to model number #27- cc1021234, available from TEAM PSE (PENTASTAR Ser- vice Equipment-Phone number 1-800-734-4334). NOTE: Never attempt to re-inflate a tire and wheel assembly which has been run flat or is extremely under- inflated without first removing the tire from the wheel assembly for inspection.

  • Page 274: Radial Ply Tires

    272 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious accident resulting in serious injury or death. Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capac- ity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).

  • Page 275: Tire Spinning

    Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck. Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6 of this manual.

  • Page 276: Life Of Tire

    274 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
  • Page 277 Information placard for the size designation of your tire. The service description and load identification will be found on the original equipment tire. Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho- rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability.

  • Page 278: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped

    276 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose control and have an accident result- ing in serious injury or death.
  • Page 279 CAUTION! (Continued) • Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Bro- ken chains can cause serious vehicle damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage.

  • Page 280: Snow Tires

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING • On 4X2 vehicles, class “U” snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/80R17 size tires. • On 4X4 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) vehicles, class “U” snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only on vehicles equipped with LT265/70R17.

  • Page 281: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates, and develop irregular wear patterns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road type tires.

  • Page 282: Dual Rear Wheels

    280 STARTING AND OPERATING Dual Rear Wheels The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set. To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge across all four tires. The straight edge should touch all the tires. CAUTION! 4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved direction of rotation.

  • Page 283: Fuel Requirements

    FUEL REQUIREMENTS 5.7L Gas Engine The 5.7L engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfac- tory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline hav- ing an octane range of 87 to 89. The manu- facturer recommends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance.
  • Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING We strongly support the use of reformulated gasolines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provide excellent performance and durability for the engine and fuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
  • Page 285 allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline. Materials Added To Fuel All gasolines sold in the United States are required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in unnecessary cost.
  • Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Many of these products contain high concentra- tions of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

  • Page 287: Adding Fuel

    WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door about 2 in (50 mm) inside the opening.

  • Page 288: Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message

    286 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and will cause the MIL to turn on.

  • Page 289: Vehicle Loading

    VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
  • Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size. Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed.

  • Page 291: Trailer Towing

    Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate. CAUTION! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles.
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
  • Page 293 Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or...

  • Page 294: Trailer Hitch Classification

    292 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or an authorized recreational vehicle dealer for additional information. Fifth-Wheel Hitch The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.

  • Page 295: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). (4540 kg) STARTING AND OPERATING 293...

  • Page 296: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.

  • Page 297: Towing Requirements

    NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to “Tire and Loading Information placard”...
  • Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over- load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chas- sis structure or tires. •...
  • Page 299 − Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage. − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires–General Infor- mation” in this section. − When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa- tion”...
  • Page 300 Any work done to the vehicle’s electrical system or wiring should be performed by a qualified automo- tive technician. If done improperly it may cause damage to the electrical system wiring and could result in serious or fatal injury. “www.dodge.com/...

  • Page 301: Towing Tips

    The following chart identifies the maximum electrical loads that the trailer tow output circuits are capable of supporting. Trailer Tow Additional Lamp Loads Output Maximum Additional Bulbs Al- Functions Current lowed. Example Only. Other bulb combina- tions can be used as long as maximum cur- rent is not exceeded.

  • Page 302: Snowplow

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level before towing. Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped) To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- ing, turn the “TOW HAUL OD/OFF” feature ON when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to Drive position 2 on more severe grades.

  • Page 303: Before Plowing

    Dodge Body Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, installer or snowplow manufacturer for this information. There are unique electrical systems that must be con- nected to properly assure operator safety and prevent overloading vehicle systems. WARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in an acci- dent.

  • Page 304: Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability

    302 STARTING AND OPERATING Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability For Information about snowplow applications visit www.dodge.com or refer to the current Dodge Body Builders Guide. 1. The maximum number of occupants in the truck should not exceed two. 2. The total GVWR or the Front GAWR or the Rear GAWR should never be exceeded.

  • Page 305: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached

    Over the Road Operation With Snowplow Attached The blade restricts air flow to the radiator and causes the engine to operate at higher than normal temperatures. Therefore, when transporting the plow, angle the blade completely and position it as low as road or surface conditions permit.
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING • Operate with transfer case in 4L when plowing small or congested areas where speeds are not likely to exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). At higher speeds operate in • Vehicles with automatic transmissions should use 4L range when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended periods of time to avoid transmission overheating.
  • Page 307 Recreational Towing – 4-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! Failure to follow these requirements can cause severe damage to the transmission and/or transfer case. NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans- fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL for recreational towing.
  • Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with the transmission in DRIVE. 10. Shut OFF the engine and place the ignition key in the unlocked OFF position. 11. Shift transmission into PARK. 12. Apply the parking brake. 13.
  • Page 309 WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, regardless of the transmission position.
  • Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position, but do not start the engine. 4. Depress the brake pedal. 5. Shift transmission into NEUTRAL. 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, depress the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for four seconds.
  • Page 311 • The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key in not ON, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. •...
  • Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • The transfer case cannot be shifted into NEUTRAL from the 4AUTO (if equipped) position. • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the transfer case Neutral (N) button, and must continue to be met until one second elapses and the shift has been completed.
  • Page 313 CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and fluid loss will damage internal parts. STARTING AND OPERATING 311...

  • Page 315: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....314 Jacking And Tire Changing ....315 3500 Models —...

  • Page 316: Hazard Warning Flasher

    314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is mounted on the top of the steering column. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch Press the button on the top of the steering column to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. When the Hazard Warn- ing flasher is activated, all directional turn signals will flash off and on to warn oncoming traffic of an emer- gency.

  • Page 317: Jacking And Tire Changing

    JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.

  • Page 318: Preparations For Jacking

    316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion, or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 319: Jacking Instructions

    6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking Instructions Instructions WARNING!
  • Page 320 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground.
  • Page 321 Front Jacking Locations When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Securely place the jack under the sway bar bracket (unless both tires are flat on one side, then place jack under shock bracket) facing forward in vehicle.
  • Page 322 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
  • Page 323 7. Install wheel center cap (if equipped) and remove wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap damage. 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If the jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to lower the jack.
  • Page 324 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub cap. Do not use a twisting motion when removing the hub cap, damage to the hub cap; finish may occur. • The rear hub caps on the dual rear wheel has two pry off notches.
  • Page 325 Oiling Location Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the inner wheel. The tires of both dual wheels must be completely off the ground when tightening to insure wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping.
  • Page 326 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: Tightening Pattern (8 Studs) Tightening Pattern (10 Studs) 1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table.
  • Page 327 second time to verify that specific torque has been achieved. Retighten to specifications at 100 miles (160 km) and after 500 miles (800 km). It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued to specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud nuts to specifications at each lubrication interval.

  • Page 328: Hoisting

    326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for information on stowing your spare tire (if equipped). HOISTING A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking locations.
  • Page 329 Your vehicle is equipped with two 12-Volt batteries. If it becomes necessary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are discharged, the following procedure should be used: Set the parking brake and place the transmission in PARK.
  • Page 330 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. Attaching Booster Cables 1 — Discharged Battery 2 — Booster Battery 2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative (-) post of booster battery.
  • Page 331 vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure a good connection is made, free of dirt and grease. WARNING! • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharge battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. •...

  • Page 332: With Portable Starting Unit

    330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES With Portable Starting Unit There are many types of these units available. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for necessary precautions and operation. CAUTION! It is very important that the starting unit operating voltage does not exceed 12-Volts DC or damage to battery, starter motor, alternator, or electrical system may occur.

  • Page 333: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury. CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off-road.

  • Page 334: 2-Wheel Drive Vehicles

    332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The transfer case must be in the neutral position, and the transmission must be in PARK (automatic trans- mission), or in gear (manual transmission) to tow a 4-Wheel Drive vehicle with one end of the vehicle raised. The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground.

  • Page 335: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment— 5.7L ....335 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ..336 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... 336 Replacement Parts .
  • Page 336 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transfer Case — If Equipped ... . 356 Automatic Transmission ....356 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion .

  • Page 337: Engine Compartment- 5.7L

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 — Battery 6 — Integrated Power Module MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 —...

  • Page 338: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)

    336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Vehicles with 5.7L engines are equipped with a sophisti- cated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, en- gine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within current government...

  • Page 339: Replacement Parts

    appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off. REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en-...

  • Page 340: Maintenance Procedures

    338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals, there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
  • Page 341 Change Engine Oil Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.

  • Page 342: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added to Engine Oil Do not add supplemental materials, other than leak detection dyes, to your engine oil.

  • Page 343: Maintenance Free Battery

    WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) removed.

  • Page 344: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post.

  • Page 345: Body Lubrication

    WARNING! (Continued) • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repair person. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres- sor Oil, or Refrigerants.

  • Page 346: Windshield Wiper Blades

    344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula- tions of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

  • Page 347: Exhaust System

    WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield.
  • Page 348 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
  • Page 349 WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn.

  • Page 350: Cooling System

    348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
  • Page 351 Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
  • Page 352 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti- freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals.
  • Page 353 NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) changes. Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
  • Page 354 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.

  • Page 355: Brake System

    If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle.
  • Page 356 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a “MAX” mark and an “MIN” mark (4500/5500 vehicles only). The fluid level must be kept within these two marks.

  • Page 357: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level

    Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level For models with 9.25 in Front Axles and 11.5 in Rear Axles, refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons, the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected.

  • Page 358: Transfer Case - If Equipped

    356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be encountered in some off-highway types of service, will require draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage.
  • Page 359 Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder.
  • Page 360 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level should be between the HOT (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- ing temperature. Verify that a solid coating of oil is seen on both sides of the dipstick.

  • Page 361: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. It is important that proper lubricant is used in the transmission. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple-...
  • Page 362 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
  • Page 363 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- sible.
  • Page 364 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. •...
  • Page 365 Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.

  • Page 366: Fuses

    364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
  • Page 367 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Outlet Console Yellow 20 Amp Cabin Compartment Yellow Node (CCN) Door Locks — — 15 Amp Aisin Transmission Blue Controls (Diesel Only) 20 Amp Power Sunroof Yellow 10 Amp Vistronic Fan/ Wastegate Solenoid —...
  • Page 368 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Pink 25 Amp Natural 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 15 Amp Blue — 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink Description Cavity Cartridge Electric Brake Power-Battery RWAL/ABS Module Feed Park Lights Left Trailer Park Lights Park Lights Right...
  • Page 369 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Seats Green 10 Amp Power Run/Start- PCM/Steering Angle Sensor 10 Amp 4X4 Switch/Pass Dr Switch/EC Mirror 15 Amp Power Run/Start- Blue ABS/RWAL/Smart Bar/YAW Sensor/ Universal Exhaust Gas Oxygen (Uego) Sensor Controller 10 Amp PCM (Gas)/TCM (Diesel 58RFE) Description...
  • Page 370 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 10 Amp 20 Amp Yellow — 30 Amp Pink Description • When installing the Integrated Power Module Seatbelt Tension cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Reducer/Power IGN erly positioned and fully latched.

  • Page 371: Vehicle Storage

    VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment.

  • Page 372: Replacement Light Bulbs

    370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Inside Overhead Console Lights ....TS 212-2 Dome Light......7679 NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions.
  • Page 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 1. Open the hood. 3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well. 2. Remove the two bolts from the front of the headlight housing.
  • Page 374 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the nut through the access hole. 5. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors. NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly straight forward, applying the greatest amount of force to the outer edge of the headlight assembly.
  • Page 375 6. Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of the headlight halogen bulb. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 7. Twist connector on the side marker/turn signal/park light bulb ⁄ turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 8. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogen bulb in housing.

  • Page 376: Fog Lights

    374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights 1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connector counterclockwise ⁄ turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 2. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing.

  • Page 377: Cab Top Clearance Lights - If Equipped

    Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 2. Rotate the socket ⁄ turn and pull it from the light assembly.
  • Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the bulb straight from its socket and replace.

  • Page 379: Fluid And Capacities

    FLUID AND CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Standard Rear Tank Optional Midship Tank Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) (For vehicles operating under a gross combined weight rating less than 14,000 lbs.) 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) (For vehicles operating under a gross combined weight rating greater than 14,000 lbs.) Cooling System...

  • Page 380: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) (For ve- hicles operating under a gross com- bined weight rating less than 14,000 lbs.) Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) (For ve- hicles operating under a gross com- bined weight rating greater than 14,000 lbs.) Engine Oil Filter (5.7L Engine)

  • Page 381: Chassis

    Chassis Component Automatic Transmission (5-Speed 545RFE) Transfer Case Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/ 5500) Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763) or equivalent. MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
  • Page 383 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..382 Maintenance Schedule ....382 5.7L Gas Engine ..... 382...
  • Page 384 382 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Page 385 • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change.
  • Page 386 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Lubricate outer tie rod ends. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.
  • Page 387 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service...
  • Page 388 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.

  • Page 389: Service Schedule

    30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏...
  • Page 390 388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 391 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
  • Page 392 390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 393 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or...
  • Page 394 392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † ❏...
  • Page 395 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. ❏...
  • Page 396 394 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
  • Page 397 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. ❏...
  • Page 398 396 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
  • Page 399 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. ❏...
  • Page 400 398 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
  • Page 401 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......401 Prepare For The Appointment .
  • Page 402 400 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....405 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......406 Treadwear .

  • Page 403: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty.

  • Page 404: Chrysler Llc Customer Center

    402 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship.

  • Page 405: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.

  • Page 406: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)

    404 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 407: In Canada

    To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra- tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

  • Page 408: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire

    406 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features.

  • Page 409: Treadwear

    Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 410 408 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
  • Page 411 INDEX...
  • Page 412 410 INDEX Adding Fuel ......285 Adjustable Pedals ..... . . 131 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .
  • Page 413 Emergency Starting ..... 326 Saving Feature (Protection) ....124 Belts, Seat .
  • Page 414 412 INDEX Cleaning Wheels ......361 Climate Control ......204 Clock .
  • Page 415 Door Locks ......27 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water ......250 Dual Rear Wheels .
  • Page 416 414 INDEX Fabric Care ......361 Filters Air Cleaner ......340 Engine Fuel .
  • Page 417 Gauges ....... 162 Coolant Temperature ....164 Fuel .
  • Page 418 416 INDEX Hitches Trailer Towing ......292 Hoisting ......326 Hood Release .
  • Page 419 Lights ......75,123 Airbag ......57,163 Alarm .
  • Page 420 418 INDEX Power Door ......28 Steering Wheel ......14 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) .
  • Page 421 Change Interval ..... . . 339 Dipstick ......338 Disposal .
  • Page 422 420 INDEX Power Steering Fluid ..... 379 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ....47 Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) .
  • Page 423 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ....75 Safety Defects, Reporting ....404 Safety Information, Tire .
  • Page 424 422 INDEX Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ....305,307 Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ....306,309 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .
  • Page 425 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ... . . 64,67 Tilt Steering Column ..... 130 Tip Start .
  • Page 426 424 INDEX Traction ......250 Traction Control ......356 Trailer Towing .
  • Page 427 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ... . . 162 Warnings and Cautions ..... 6 Warranty Information .
  • Page 428 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
  • Page 429 Chrysler LLC 81-326-0926 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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