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Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the and equipment that are either standard or optional on this name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Van Conversions/Campers ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Van Conversions/Campers
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for erating procedures that could result in a collision or assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the bodily injury.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 General Information ....18 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) —...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors ....23 Wind Buffeting ..... . . 37 Using The Panic Alarm .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Driver And Right Front Passenger Engine Break-In Recommendations ..77 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Safety Tips ......77 Bag .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with Equipped detents and one that is spring-loaded.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable WARNING! Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking for further information. brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- CAUTION! move the key fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- WARNING! (Continued) ter (EVIC) the EVIC will display “Key In Ignition”. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may SENTRY KEY cause serious injury or death.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: A Key Fob that has not been programmed is also CAUTION! considered an invalid key. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- During normal operation, after turning on the ignition ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If a programmed Key Fob is lost, see your authorized CAUTION! dealer to have all remaining Key Fobs erased from the system’s memory. This will prevent the lost Key Fobs Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle from starting your vehicle.
Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Ve- power door locks, or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) hicle Security Alarm is activated, interior switches for transmitter to lock the doors.
Page 22: Security System Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security Alarm will also disarm if a pro- ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED grammed Sentry Key is inserted into the ignition The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the switch.
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will than ten seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated button while still holding the LOCK button. entry system will also turn on.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lamps With Remote Key Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the key ter.
Page 26: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the are locked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph battery.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal halves together. distance, check for these two conditions: General Information 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system message “Turn To On” will flash in the EVIC until you will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote •...
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable WARNING! Features (System Setup)” in “Understanding Your Instru- • Do not leave children or animals inside parked ment Panel”. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may DOOR LOCKS cause serious injury or death.
Page 33: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
Page 34: Child-Protection Door Lock
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE operate. A chime will sound if the Key Fob is in the Auto Unlock Doors Programming — If Equipped ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to The Auto Unlock Doors feature can be enabled or dis- remove the Key Fob.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child Lock Control To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade WARNING! screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks. When Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Page 36: Windows
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After setting the Child-Protection Door Lock system, Power Windows – If Equipped always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 The control on the left front door panel has UP-DOWN WARNING! switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving the front passenger door for passenger window control unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a and on the rear doors of the Crew Cab models.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press to the first detent conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unex- and release it when you want the window to stop. pectedly during auto closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection window manually.
Page 39: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. 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 rear...
Page 40: Occupant Restraints
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • All seat belt systems (except driver’s regular/Crew normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the rear windows are open and buffeting occurs, open the front Cab , first and second row center position for Crew and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.
Page 41: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer from the vehicle.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or belts are designed to go around the large bones of outside of a vehicle.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 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.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Regular Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 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 50: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt you will prefer a higher position.
Page 51: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Regular Cab WARNING! Left Center Right • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. First Row • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down •...
Page 52: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE activate the ALR. If the ALR is activated you will hear a 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until ratcheting sound as the belt retracts. Allow the webbing the entire belt is extracted. to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull 3.
Page 53: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire tivating BeltAlert .
Page 54: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe. increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 56: Air Bag System Components
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an Advanced Front Air Bag Features authorized dealer immediately. The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger (if equipped) air bags. This Air Bag System Components system provides output appropriate to the severity and Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the WARNING! (Continued) risk of harm from a deploying air bag: • Do not put anything on or around the air bag Children 12 years old and under should always ride covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer their arm.
Page 59: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) stantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole colli- The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system sions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is START or ON/RUN position.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium functions after an event, the ignition switch must be floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air WARNING! bags will not be in place to protect you. •...
Page 64: Air Bag Warning Light
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 65: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
Page 66: Child Restraints
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is WARNING! required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the WARNING! vehicle. It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in Convertible child seats can be used either rearward- the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger air facing or forward-facing in the vehicle.
Page 68 Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child site for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/ restraint: roadsafety/safedrivers/childsafety/index.htm • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate •...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or WARNING! (Continued) slouching can move the belt out of position. • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the child closer to the center of the vehicle.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 cushion, and tether strap anchorages, located behind the Child restraint systems having attachments designed to seat back (refer to “Child Restraint Tether Anchor”). 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 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Installing The Child Restraint System • When using the LATCH attaching system to install a WARNING! child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out Do not install child restraint systems equipped with of reach of children.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the WARNING! manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, Improper installation of a child restraint to the but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or child restraint.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The chart below defines the seating positions with an Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch 1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough plate.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 retractor to route it through the belt path of the child Regular Cab models have two tether anchorages, one restraint. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you each behind the front center and right seats. Crew Cab hear a “click.”...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Anchorage Points at the Right and Center Front Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats) 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 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence (Crew Cab — Rear Seats) Crew Cab 1. The tether straps loops are located between the rear glass and the rear seat. There is a tether strap loop located behind each seating position.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pass each tether strap hook under the head restraint and through the loop of webbing behind the child seat. 4. Route each tether strap to the anchor behind the center seat, and attach the hooks to the anchor loop. 5.
Page 79: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Transporting Pets The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly changes should be consistent with anticipated climate injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 80: Exhaust Gas
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon cause serious injury or death. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 81: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster WARNING! (Continued) Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place • Always make sure that floor mats are properly the blower control on high speed. You should be able to attached to the floor mat fasteners.
Page 83: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Page 85: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......87 “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped .
Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information ....123 Head Restraints ..... 138 Voice Command —...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Intermittent Wiper System ....155 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . 149 Windshield Washers .
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overhead Console — If Equipped ..163 Door Storage ..... . . 175 Courtesy/Reading Lights .
Page 89: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Page 90: Outside Mirrors
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when CAUTION! the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Page 91: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 92: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls 1 — Mirror Select Buttons 2 — Mirror Control Power Mirror Controls To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 93: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on auto- matically.
Page 94: Slide-On-Rod" Features Of Sun Visor - If Equipped
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it.
Page 95: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Trailer Towing Position Blindspot Mirror NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED entering an automated car wash. Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile and can be adjusted separately.
Page 96 Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your • www.chrysler.com/uconnect mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- dio. The individual buttons are described in the Any voice commanded system should be used only “Operation” section. in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use.
Page 98: Operation
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and then dial. The number will appear in the display and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the of certain radios.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., then dial the corresponding phone number, which “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will may appear in the display of certain radios. allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
Page 105: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service “Phonebook List Names”. plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with •...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mobile phone. Press the button to place the current Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold call on hold and answer the incoming call. To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear a single beep.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the button while “Redial”. a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as •...
Page 108: Uconnect™ Phone Features
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and continue on the Uconnect™ Phone for a certain dura- voice commands will be in that language. tion, after which the call is automatically transferred NOTE: After every Uconnect™...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say WARNING! “Emergency” and the Uconnect™ Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num- To use your Uconnect™ Phone System in an emer- ber.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour Working With Automated Systems “Towing Assistance” coverage details on the DVD in This method is used in instances where one generally has the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while Towing Assistance references.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 is also to be used for navigating through an automated Barge In — Overriding Prompts customer service center menu structure, and to leave a The “Voice Command” button can be used when you number on a pager.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone And Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the If available on the radio and/or on a premium display dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 113: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Mobile Phone Names • Press the Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone button to begin. The Uconnect™ Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect™...
Page 114: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • You can also press the button at any time while the “Setup Select Phone” and follow the prompts. list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to delete.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training, This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, System Training, or Start Voice Training” command. and other settings in all language modes. The System will prompt you before resetting to factory settings.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect™ Phone Lo- cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the • low road noise, entries are not similar. • smooth road surface, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must •...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • low road noise, Recent Calls If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- • smooth road surface, load”, Uconnect™ Phone can list your Outgoing, Incom- • fully closed windows, ing and Missed Calls. •...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” List of Preset Messages: the message using Uconnect™ Phone. 1. Yes Send Messages: 2. No You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send a new message: 3.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 13. I’ll be late “Setup, SMS Incoming Message Announcement,” you 14. Are you there yet? will then be given a choice to change it. 15.
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Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 125: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 126: Commands
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...
Page 130: Voice Training
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training WARNING! For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desired position. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 132: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! (Continued) The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 134: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats On some models, the front and rear seats may be may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the seatbacks.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Press the switch once to select HIGH- WARNING! (Continued) level heating. Press the switch a sec- • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates ond time to select LOW-level heating. against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This Press the switch a third time to shut may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE before automatically shutting OFF. The heated seats can indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in shut OFF early or may not turn on when the seat is use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one already warm.
Page 137: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 heat for a maximum of 60 minutes before switching to Press the switch once to choose HIGH, LOW heat. Once a seat has switched to the LOW heat press it a second time to choose LOW. setting it may operate for a maximum of 45 minutes Pressing the switch a third time will before automatically shutting OFF.
Page 138: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped Both front seats are independently adjustable forward or rearward and are equipped with a seatback recliner. The manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is found under the seat cushion at the front edge of each seat.
Page 139: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 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 140: Head Restraints
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in • Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seat- a seat with the seatback reclined. Do not ride with back to swing (dump) forward on manual recliner the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is seats.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- justed while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 142: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Head Restraints NOTE: The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab only) is The outboard head restraints can be adjusted. To raise the fixed and cannot be adjusted. head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat —...
Page 143: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: The power lumbar option is not programmable with driver memory seats. Your vehicle was delivered with two RKE transmitters. One or both RKE transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can accommodate up to two RKE transmitters, each RKE transmitter linked to either of the two memory positions.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system will recall any stored settings. Wait for the system 8. Within five seconds, press and release MEMORY to complete the memory recall before continuing to button 1 or 2 on the driver’s door. The next step must be Step 3.
Page 145: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Memory Position Recall driver’s mirror and the pedals stop moving. A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory selected. positions.
Page 146: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE transmitter linked to either memory position, repeat ignition switch. The seat will then move forward steps 1 through 5 for each RKE transmitter. approximately 2.5 in (60 mm) when the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK position.
Page 147: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood CAUTION! and push the safety latch lever from right to left to release it, before raising the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 149: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 LIGHTS Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog The headlight switch is located on the left side of the light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- tible to stone breakage than glass lights.
Page 150: Headlights
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position.
Page 151: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight lights will turn on in the Automatic Mode. switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON. Headlights On With Wipers (Available With The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles Automatic Headlights Only)
Page 152: Fog Lights - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights The fog lights are turned on by placing the headlight are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. rotary control in the parking light or headlight position An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will and pushing in the headlight rotary control.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control right (brighter) or left (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to the right until you hear a click.
Page 154: Cargo Light
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Light Lights-On Reminder The cargo lights are turned on by pressing on the cargo If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on button. after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Page 155: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except PARK. This provides a constant Lights ON condition until the ignition is turned OFF.
Page 156: Windshield Wipers And Washers
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel.
Page 157: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 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. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range.
Page 158: Windshield Washers
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield the second detent. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the could lead to a collision.
Page 159: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the multifunction lever. Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the steering column.
Page 160: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 161: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust- HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED able Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps “Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”. warm your hands in cold weather.
Page 162: Electronic Speed Control
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated WARNING! (Continued) steering wheel to operate. • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering On models that are equipped with remote start, the wheel covers of any type and material..
Page 163: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time.
Page 164: To Set A Desired Speed
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired Speed To Resume Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button button and release.
Page 165: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 decrease until the button is released. Release the button On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed will be established.
Page 166: Courtesy/Reading Lights
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Power Sliding Rear Window Switch — If Equipped UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pressing on the corresponding lens.
Page 167: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 Volt power outlets have a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12V DC”, together with either a key symbol or a battery symbol.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Power Outlet — Upper Lid Power Outlet — Rear Center Console • Rear of the center console storage compartment — Crew Cab.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply power when the key is in the ON or ACC positions. All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Page 171: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in used to hold the ash receiver.
Page 172: Power Inverter - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with a floor console the cuphold- To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings ers may be used. on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED A 115 Volt (150 Watts Maximum) outlet is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, to the right of the radio.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • Due to built-in overload protection, the power inverter The power inverter switch is located on the switch bank below the Climate will shut down if the power rating is exceeded. Controls. To turn on the power outlet, WARNING! press the switch once.
Page 174: Cupholders
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Storage Bin Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — (40–20–40 For vehicles equipped with bucket seats two cupholders Seats) are located in the floor storage bin. The cupholders are located in the pull-out tray on the center stack of the instrument panel.
Page 175: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab STORAGE Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders Glove Box Storage The glove box is located on the passenger side of the located in the center armrest. instrument panel and features both an upper (if equipped) and lower storage area.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper glove box push upward on the handle To open the lower glove box, pull on the handle to release release. The glove box door will automatically open. the latch and lower the door. Upper Glove Box Lower Glove Box...
Page 177: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Door Storage Rear Door Storage — Crew Cab Storage compartments are located in both the driver and Front Door Storage — If Equipped passenger door trim panels. Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) are located in the door trim panels.
Page 178: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped WARNING! The center storage compartment is located between the • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment provides an armrest and contains both and upper and armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle lower storage area.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Bin With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to open the lower storage bin.
Page 180: Seatback Storage
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 181: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Storage Bin Crew Cab Storage Storage and Seats (Crew Cab) CAUTION! The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com- Always lift the storage compartment lids by using partment.
Page 182: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab REAR WINDOW FEATURES Models) Rear Window Defroster Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag The rear window defroster button is located on the handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind climate control panel.
Page 183: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....186 EVIC Average Fuel Economy ... . 212 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If (Sales Code RES+RSC)....231 Equipped .
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Controlling The iPod Or External USB Climate Controls ..... . 256 Device Using Radio Buttons ... . . 248 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Play Mode .
Page 188: Instrument Panel Features
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Transfer Case Position Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 14 — Ignition Switch 3 — Radio 9 — Lower Switch Bank 15 —...
Page 189: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 190: Instrument Cluster - Premium
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 191: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 • Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS indicator flashes at a rapid rate. 1. Tachometer The Tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per 3. Fuel Gauge minute (RPM x 1000). Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater required and you may experience reduced performance, gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle wheels.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- 12. Oil Pressure Gauge — If Equipped cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information The pointer should always indicate some oil pressure Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information when the engine is running.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 the repair technician should leave the odometer reading Vehicle Odometer Messages the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he When the appropriate conditions exist, the following cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and messages will display in the odometer: a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine hours will be displayed for a period of 30 seconds cluster (Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter until the ignition is turned OFF or the engine is started. (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information). Some of the above warnings will be displayed in the A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate 15. Engine Temperature Warning Light dependent upon your personal driving style. This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the Unless reset, this message will continue to display each gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN...
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information 16.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold If the light remains on when the parking brake has been heater system. The number of cycles and the length of the disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cycling operation is controlled by the engine control master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake module.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. on until the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not come This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. on during starting, have the condition investigated The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped WARNING! This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal 26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light operating conditions.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light WARNING! This light indicates that there is excessive trans- mission fluid temperature that might occur If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, also occur when operating the vehicle in a high in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to...
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 28. Seat Belt Reminder Light briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle).
Page 205: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER NOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- This system conveniently allows the driver to select a tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the variety of useful information by pressing the switches instrument cluster.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip Information (in Odometer line) Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menus and sub- menus. SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus or sub-menus. Press and hold the SELECT button for two seconds to reset features.
Page 207: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Trailer Brake Connected Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays • Trailer Brake Disconnected When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • Lights On the following messages: • Left front turn signal lamp out •...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Four Wheel Drive System • Blind spot detection unavailable • Adjustable pedals unavail. • Automatic High Beams on • Cruise engaged • Automatic High Beams off • Adjustable pedals unavail. Veh. in reverse •...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar EVIC Warning Lights • Remote start aborted — Fuel low • Door Ajar This light will turn on to indicate that one or • Remote start disabled — System fault more doors may be ajar.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Light • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- This light informs you of a problem with the ing system. The light should come on when the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 • Engine Temperature Warning Light • SERV 4WD This light warns of an overheated engine condi- The SERV 4WD light monitors the electric shift tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- 4WD system. If the SERV 4WD light stays on or proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a comes on during driving, it means that the single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Loose Gascap Message light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines light goes off. that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a loose gascap icon will CAUTION! display in the telltale display area.
Page 213: Distance To Empty (Dte)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the Distance To Empty (DTE) engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with your personal driving style. the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is Unless reset, this message will continue to display each determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Page 214: Evic Average Fuel Economy
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Average Fuel Economy The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- tion: Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. • Trip A When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET”...
Page 215: Vehicle Info
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • Trailer Brake — If Equipped To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being Displays trailer brake output power and trailer brake displayed. Press and release the ODOMETER/TRIP status indicator. ODOMETER button once to clear the resettable function •...
Page 216: Compass / Temperature Display
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass / Temperature Display temperature sensor caused by the snowplow. In addi- tion, on vehicles equipped with Automatic Tempera- The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is ture Control (ATC), it is suggested that the interior facing.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the an environment free from large metallic objects such as calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in the buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, EVIC.
Page 218: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the System Setup the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass then press the SELECT button.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Press and release the UP or DOWN button until System route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- Setup displays in the EVIC. tion is reached. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the the feature showing the system has been activated or the following choices.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, next to the feature showing the system has been activated you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button or the check-mark is removed showing the system has twice to unlock the passenger’s doors.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Horn With Remote Start Flash Lamps With Lock When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked is pressed.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps With Wipers NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat When this feature is selected and the HEADLIGHT location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned door.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes Trailer Brake Type after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either When this feature is selected, the Trailer Brake Type can front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your be changed between “Light Electric”...
Page 224: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side side of the radio faceplate.
Page 225: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to You may add a second station to each pushbutton by exit setting tone, balance, and fade. repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the AM/FM Button display window.
Page 228: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 230: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification Frequency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 232: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 233: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature another selection.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the control knob.
Page 239: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 241: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification Frequency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 243: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 244: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is come kit that contains general information, including selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the how to setup your on-line listening account. For further Sirius ID number will display.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 248: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If and press and release that button. If a button is not Equipped) selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Refer to “Uconnect™...
Page 249: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect™...
Page 250: Using This Feature
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL not available in the glove compartment, route the cable Using This Feature away from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the By using iPod cable or external USB device to connect to lid to close without damaging the cable.
Page 251: Play Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button long enough will jump to the beginning of Play Mode the current track.
Page 252: List Or Browse Mode
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to the next screen of data for that track. Once all device, or press the VR button and say Shuffle ON or screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press Shuffle Off . If the RND icon is showing on the radio will go back to the play mode screen on the radio.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on list on the top line and the first item in that list on the radio display may be noticeable.
Page 254: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any Uconnect™ phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or To get into the BTSA mode, press either “AUX”...
Page 255: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF Setup , then Select Audio Devices . EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the surface of the steering wheel.
Page 256: Radio Operation
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a The button located in the center of the left hand control pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will tune to the next pre-set station that you have will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom of the programmed in the radio pre-set pushbuttons.
Page 257: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 258: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary throughout the vehicle.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Front Blower Control temperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red There are four blower speeds. Use this area, indicates warmer temperatures. control to regulate the amount of air NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems forced through the system in any lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- mode you select.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Panel Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at Bi-Level Mode the windshield.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Recirculation Control Press this button to choose between mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because outside air intake or recirculation of of moisture buildup inside the vehicle.
Page 262: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Economy Mode MAX A/C If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to For maximum cooling, when MAX turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor. A/C is selected the A/C is turned on Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired automatically and the air is recircu- temperature.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode operation, Auto blower operation is set by using rotary knobs on the control unit and a comfort temperature setting by using the temperature up and down but- tons.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Operation NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for 1. Position the MODE control knob to the Auto position cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide 2.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 blower will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by selected, or by adjusting the blower control knob and adjusting the blower control knob. The fan will now setting the fan to any fixed speed.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL NOTE: While operating in the other modes, the system mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 267: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Recirculation Control Summer Operation When outside air contains smoke, odors, or The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant you may wish to recirculate interior air by to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect pressing the RECIRCULATION control button.
Page 268: Vacation/Storage
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vacation/Storage Outside Air Intake Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 269: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Operating Tips...
Page 271: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....273 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 278 Normal Starting ..... 273 Six–Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) —...
Page 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Brake System ......306 (Four-Position Switch) – If Equipped ..292 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System .
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ..325 Fuel Requirements ..... 335 Full Size Spare –...
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing ......344 Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached ......363 Common Towing Definitions .
Page 275: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 276: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
274 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature CAUTION! Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch briefly to the START position and release it. The starter To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the motor will continue to run but will automatically disen- engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 277: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 After Starting WARNING! (Continued) The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de- • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster crease as the engine warms up. cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 278: Automatic Transmission
276 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one CAUTION! (Continued) hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine WARNING! is at idle speed.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure gerous for a number of reasons. A child or others those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 280: Key Ignition Park Interlock
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock shift lever is mounted on the right side of the steering This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- column. You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK lever out of the PARK position (refer to “Brake/ before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/...
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual down- lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the shifts can be made using the Electronic Range Select parking brake.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever clockwise without first pull- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is ing it toward you after you have placed it in PARK.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 If the transmission operating temperature exceeds normal During cold temperatures, transmission operation may operating limits, the powertrain controller will modify the be modified depending on engine and transmission transmission shift schedule and expand the range of temperature as well as vehicle speed.
Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING to operate. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your aging the transmission.
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 switch will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+) the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the top switch until “D” is once again displayed in the shift lever available gear.
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce The automatic transmission includes an electronically the potential for transmission overheating or failure due controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans- to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL mission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- the following conditions are present:...
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usu- instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode ally after 1 to 3 miles (1.6 to 4.8 km) of driving]. has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time Because sixth gear is disabled, and engine speed is restores normal operation.
Page 290: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
288 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF When additional traction is required, the 4H and 4L EQUIPPED positions can be used to lock the front and rear drive- Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with either a shafts together and force the front and rear wheels to manually shifted transfer case or an electronically shifted rotate at the same speed.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be approximately three times that of the 2H or 4H positions experienced due to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tire at a given road speed.
Page 292: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
290 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 293: Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 2H or 4H ⇔ 4L • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due the transmission into NEUTRAL.
Page 294: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides four (Four-Position Switch) – If Equipped mode positions: This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is •...
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for spe- Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights cific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery road 4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate surfaces only.
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- WARNING! tinue to flash. Always engage the parking brake when powering 3. The transfer case will not shift. down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light” is NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all illuminated.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends For additional information on the appropriate use of each on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each transfer case mode position, see the information below: wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the drivetrain.
Page 298: Shifting Procedure
296 STARTING AND OPERATING • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case Neutral - This range disengages both the front and rear position have been met, the current position indicator driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light towing behind another vehicle.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 NOTE: The four-wheel drive system will not allow 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. shifts between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or rear 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the switch to the desired position.
Page 300: Limited-Slip Differential
298 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: surfaces, however, the differential delivers more of the • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate driving effort to the rear wheel having the better traction. Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the The limited-slip differential is especially helpful during shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash slippery driving conditions.
Page 301: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Care should be taken to avoid sudden accelerations when WARNING! both rear wheels are on a slippery surface. This could cause both rear wheels to spin, and allow the vehicle to Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. slide sideways on the crowned surface of a road or in a Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear turn.
Page 302: Driving Through Water
300 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become WARNING! visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 304: Power Steering
302 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 305: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 306: Parking Brake
304 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied, the engine is off and the key fob is...
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a will sound to alert the driver.
Page 308: Brake System
306 STARTING AND OPERATING If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal CAUTION! braking capability, the remaining system will still func- tion with some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the will be evident by increased pedal travel during applica- parking brake released, a brake system malfunction tion, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and...
Page 309: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor WARNING! makes a low humming noise during operation. This is normal. The Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System contains The ABS conducts a low-speed selftest at about 10 mph sophisticated electronic equipment.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The ABS includes an amber warning light. When the light • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The system those resulting from excessive speed in turns, reverts to standard, non-anti-lock brakes.
Page 311: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded ample: T145/80D18 103M.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 314: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 315: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 316: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
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Page 320: Tires - General Information
318 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 321: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Tire Inflation Pressure – 4500/5500 With Steel Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Mounted To Carcass Ply Tires Vehicle This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewall. As During procedures when adding tire inflation pressure, such, they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires. the technician or individual must utilize a remote infla- Adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel tion device, and ensure that all persons are clear of the...
Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING 4500/5500 Tire Inflation...
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation assembly mounted on a vehicle, use a Remote Mount The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds Automatic Inflation Kit or see your authorized dealer. within posted speed limits.
Page 326: Radial Ply Tires
324 STARTING AND OPERATING Radial Ply Tires Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel – If Equipped WARNING! Your vehicle may be equivalent with a spare tire and wheel in look and function as the original equipment tire Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
Page 327: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- CAUTION! ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a compact, full size or limited-use temporary spare...
Page 328: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Size Spare – If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the first opportunity.
Page 329: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) to help you in determining when your tires should be or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without replaced.
Page 330: Life Of Tire
328 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. WARNING! The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than found on the original equipment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety that specified for your vehicle.
Page 332: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
330 STARTING AND OPERATING SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION WARNING! (Continued) — IF EQUIPPED • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- capacity, other than what was originally equipped gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo.
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Because of limited chain clearance between tires • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions and other suspension components, it is important on method of installation, operating speed, and that only chains in good condition are used. Bro- conditions for usage.
Page 334: Snow Tires
332 STARTING AND OPERATING • On 4X2 vehicles, class “U” snow chains are permitted SNOW TIRES on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/80R17 size during the winter.
Page 335: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- sible if desired.
Page 336: Dual Rear Wheels
334 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your vehicle is The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set. On/Off Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge across all a front to back rotation pattern.
Page 337: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 for optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline CAUTION! (Continued) is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to over regular gasoline in these engines. be remounted on the rim or installed at a different Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to location to maintain the correct placement of the...
Page 338: Reformulated Gasoline
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline” Do not use gasolines containing Methanol or E-85 Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- and drivability problems and may damage critical prove air quality.
Page 339: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: exposure to E-85 fuel. • operate in a lean mode MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is •...
Page 340: Materials Added To Fuel
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasolines sold in the United States are required to • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
Page 341: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Many of these products contain high concentra- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon tions of methanol.
Page 342: Adding Fuel
340 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper CAUTION! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- system could result from using an improper fuel mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 343: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 WARNING! WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You tank is being filled.
Page 344: Vehicle Loading
342 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- Payload istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Tire Size Loading The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on The actual total weight and the weight of the front and your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined capacity of this tire size.
Page 346: Trailer Towing
344 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- the brakes operate. hicles used for trailer towing.
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your WARNING! fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Page 349: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Fifth-Wheel Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle Standards in the truck bed. It connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) trailer with a coupling king pin.
Page 350: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) CHASSIS CAB 3500 ST/SLT/Laramie 5.7L HEMI V8 5-Speed Automatic Transmission Towing: 10,850 lbs (4921 kg) - max Payload: 6,520 lbs (2957 kg) - max 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 6-Speed Manual Towing: 18,750 lbs (8505 kg) - max Payload: 5,910 lbs (2681 kg) - max Transmission...
Page 351: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 CHASSIS CAB 5500 ST/SLT/Laramie 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 6-Speed Manual Towing: 18,300 lbs (8301 kg) - max Transmission Payload: 11,820 lbs (5361 kg) - max 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 6-Speed AISIN Towing: 18,250 lbs (8278 kg) - max Automatic Transmission Payload: 11,770 lbs (5339 kg) - max NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi-...
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
Page 353: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these mended: guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! •...
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 2. GTW vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 3. GAWR the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to slack for turning corners.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General required when towing a trailer with electronically Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the actuated brakes.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This module has been designed and verified WARNING! with electric trailer brakes and new electric over hydrau- • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s lic systems. Some previous EOH systems may not be compatible with ITBM.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 The user interface consists of the following: lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to GAIN/ Brake Output Power Display the trailer brakes. Shows the current GAIN setting. The trailer and the vehicle’s brake lamps will come on This display may also be used to display diagnostic when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are...
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING GAIN Adjustment Buttons (+/-) 1. Make sure the trailer brakes are in good working Pressing these buttons will adjust the brake control condition, functioning normally, and properly adjusted. power output to the trailer brakes in 0.5 increments. The See your trailer dealer if necessary.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel 5. Press the SELECT button and then press the UP or until System Setup appears on the screen. DOWN buttons until Trailer Brake Type appears on the screen.
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Press the SELECT button and then press the UP or 8. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, DOWN buttons until the proper Trailer Brake Type level surface at a speed of 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h) and appears on the screen.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 NOTE: CAUTION! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use with air trailer brake systems and other systems not Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the compatible with ITBM. To determine the type of ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss brakes on your trailer and the availability of control- of trailer braking.
Page 362: Towing Tips
360 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Using “TOW/HAUL” mode or a lower gear WARNING! range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend trans- Any work done to the vehicle’s electrical system or mission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build wiring should be performed by a qualified automo- up.
Page 363: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. SNOWPLOW − When using the speed control, if you experience speed Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factory drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until installed option.
Page 364: Before Plowing
362 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check the runners and cutting edge for excessive wear. WARNING! The cutting edge should be 1/4 to 1/2 in (6 cm to 1.2 cm) above ground in snow plowing position. Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in a collision.
Page 365: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow equip- system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, ment following the recommendations provided by the options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross specific snowplow manufacturer.
Page 366: General Maintenance
364 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and drive- with outside temperature display, the display may show train damage, the following precautions should be ob- higher temperatures than the outside ambient tempera- served.
Page 367: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Two-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions • Transmission in PARK Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •...
Page 368: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
366 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models 5. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- will result. ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
Page 369: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Recreational Towing – Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans- • Automatic transmissions must be placed in the fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for recre- PARK position for recreational towing. ational towing.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) – Manual Shift CAUTION! Transfer Case (If Equipped) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that recreational towing. the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal WARNING! parts.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with transmission in DRIVE. Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) – Manual Shift Transfer Case (If Equipped) 10. Turn OFF the engine. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for 11.
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Shift the transmission into PARK. Shifting Into NEUTRAL – Electronic Shift Transfer Case (If Equipped) 8. Release the brake pedal. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for 9. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle. recreational towing: 10.
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 light will blink while the shift is in progress. The light CAUTION! will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL is complete. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre- 7.
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met CAUTION! prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- If any of these requirements are not met prior to mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in pressing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met...
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL – Electronic Shift 8. After the NEUTRAL button has been released, the Transfer Case (If Equipped) transfer case will shift to the position indicated by the Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for selector switch.
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position NOTE: • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met for a transfer case shift to take place and for the prior to pressing the transfer case NEUTRAL button position indicator lights to be operable.
Page 377: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....376 Jump-Starting Procedure ....390 Jacking And Tire Changing .
Page 378: Hazard Warning Flashers
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the WARNING! upper switch bank just below the radio. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
Page 379: 3500 Models - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 380: Preparations For Jacking
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking WARNING! 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them slippery areas. in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- WARNING! tion, or sharp turns.
Page 381: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from position. For example, if the right front the edge of the roadway as possible before raising wheel is being changed, block the left the vehicle.
Page 382 380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 Front Jacking Locations Rear Jacking Location When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and extension tube.
Page 384 382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the 6. Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nuts vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. using a crisscross pattern. The correct nut tightness is 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for single rear wheel (SRW) WARNING! models and 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) for dual rear wheel...
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If the jack CAUTION! will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to Use extreme caution when removing the front and lower the jack.
Page 386 384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES models use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry Replace the wheel skins first using a rubber mallet. When the caps off. The wheel skin can now be removed. replacing the hub caps, tilt the cap retainer over the lug nut bolt circle and strike the high side down with a CAUTION! rubber mallet.
Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 Dual wheel models require a special heavy-duty lug nut tightening adapter (included with the vehicle) to cor- rectly tighten the lug nuts. Also, when it is necessary to remove and install dual rear wheels, use a proper vehicle lifting device.
Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: Tightening Pattern (10 Studs) 1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a Tightening Pattern (8 Studs) snug fit.
Page 389 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the bolt holes in the wheels becoming elongated. This is torques listed in the table. Go through the sequence a especially important during the first few hundred miles/ second time to verify that specific torque has been kilometers of operation to allow the wheel nuts to achieved.
Page 390: Hoisting
388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for information so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. on stowing your spare tire (if equipped).
Page 391: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a ignition switch is on.
Page 392: Jump-Starting Procedure
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 394: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever tween DRIVE/1st and REVERSE, do not spin the rhythmically between DRIVE/1st and REVERSE while wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain...
Page 395: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 WARNING! WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 396: Shift Lever Override
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2.
Page 397: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
Page 398: Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 399: Two-Wheel Drive Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 Two-Wheel Drive Models If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. 15 miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground.
Page 400: Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and Internal damage to the transmission or transfer the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 401: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 5.7L ... . . 401 Engine Oil Filter ..... 408 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) .
Page 402 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 414 Replacement Bulbs ....442 Cooling System .
Page 403: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 404: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 405: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 406: Replacement Parts
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 407: Dealer Service
Only do service work for which you mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC you have any doubt about your ability to perform a dealership or qualified repair center.
Page 408: Engine Oil
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will CAUTION! (Continued) improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the that protect the performance and durability of dipstick.
Page 409 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 410: Engine Oil Filter
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils station or governmental agency for advice on how and You may use synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in quality requirements are met and the recommended your area.
Page 411: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can tenance required. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 412 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep • It is essential when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use battery that the positive cable is attached to the a booster battery or any other booster source with positive post and the negative cable is attached to an output greater than 12 Volts.
Page 413: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 414: Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System Body Lubrication Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres- Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as sor Oil, or Refrigerants. seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as...
Page 415: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR performance of blades may be present with chattering, Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the...
Page 416: Exhaust System
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This Exhaust System rating information can be found on most washer fluid The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into containers. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 419: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Cooling System Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection WARNING! at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or With the engine at normal operating temperature (but steam from your radiator.
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper CAUTION! (Continued) maintenance intervals. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Selection Of Coolant coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they ant (antifreeze).
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- (antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- rules for your community.
Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 2. Lift and remove the plastic dipstick from the reservoir 3. Check the coolant level on the dipstick. neck. The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- gine coolant (antifreeze).
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the a month.
Page 425: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or •...
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check should be conducted.
Page 427: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fill hole on the front axle. The fluid level should be level Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper with the bottom of the fill hole on the rear axle. maintenance intervals. Drain And Refill Lubricant Selection On 4500/5500 vehicles, remove the lower bolt to drain Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 429: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Transfer Case Automatic Transmission Drain And Refill Selection Of Lubricant Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the maintenance intervals. transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance.
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check CAUTION! (Continued) The fluid level should be checked when the engine is • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- fully warmed up and the fluid in the transmission is at facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- normal operating temperature.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 2. The vehicle must be on level ground. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should be 3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake between the two “COLD”...
Page 432: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is normal for the Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated graphic locations and usage.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR The most common causes are: Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to •...
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or CAUTION! equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, remove soap residue.
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaning Headlights cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 437: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Glass Surfaces 2. Dry with a soft cloth. All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Seat Belt Maintenance with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical household-type glass cleaner.
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on Cavity Cartridge Mini Description the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart. Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Trailer Tow Green 30 Amp Electric Brake Pink 30 Amp Diesel Powertrain Pink Control Module –...
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Antilock Brakes 40 Amp Starter Motor Sole- Pink Valve/Stability Con- Green noid trol System 20 Amp Powertrain Control 40 Amp Power Seat Blue Module Transmission Green...
Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Outlet (Instru- 30 Amp Radio/Amplifier Yellow ment Panel or Front Green Console)/Rain Snsr 20 Amp Main #2 Instrument 20 Amp Power Outlet (Rear Yellow Cluster/Wireless Con- Yellow...
Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Airbag Module 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor/ Yellow Diesel Lift Pump – If Equipped 15 Amp Center Stop Lamp Blue 10 Amp Driver’s Door Switch 25 Amp Automatic Shutdown...
Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Powertrain Control 10 Amp Antilock Brakes/ Module Stability Control Sys- tem Module/ 10 Amp Park Assist Module/ Stoplamp Switch Climate Control Sys- tem Module/IR 25 Amp All Door Lock &Un-...
Page 443: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 • As an alternative to the above steps you may discon- CAUTION! (Continued) nect the negative cables from both batteries. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to • Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
Page 444: Replacement Bulbs
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE (or check to see if the fuse is blown) to ensure that it is LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. fully seated. When the IOD fuse is extracted, the Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ..921 instrument cluster in the odometer window will dis- Fog Lamp .
Page 445: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 BULB REPLACEMENT Dual Or Quad Headlamp/Front Park And Turn Signal – If Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the four plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house 10. Disconnect electrical connectors. splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to 11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary. disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front lamp unit housing.
Page 447: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Fog Lamps – If Equipped Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing. 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ⁄ turn and remove the ing harness to the body. socket and bulb from housing. 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
Page 449: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Cab Top Clearance Lamps – If Equipped CAUTION! 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces.
Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket ⁄ turn and pull it from the lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. assembly.
Page 451: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Standard Rear Tank 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship Tank 22 Gallons 83 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System 5.7L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 18.7 Quarts 17.7 Liters...
Page 452: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter – 5.7L Engine MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Page 453: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed (5.7L Engine Only) ATF+4 product. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Front and Rear Axle Fluid GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763) or equivalent.
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....454 Required Maintenance Intervals ..456 5.7L Gas Engine ..... 454...
Page 456 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime 5.7L Gas Engine will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best...
Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 NOTE: referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- even if the oil change indicator message is NOT...
Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 460: Service Schedule
458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 462 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 56,000 miles (91 000 km). ❏...
Page 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km). ❏...
Page 464 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 465 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). ❏...
Page 466 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏...
Page 467 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 468 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏...
Page 469 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 470 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or Schedule 114 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 471 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 469 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 473: If You Need Consumer Assistance
If You Need Assistance ....473 Reporting Safety Defects ....476 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..474 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 474 472 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 479 Quality Grades ......479 Temperature Grades .
Page 475: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 473 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 476: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
474 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (866) 726–4636...
Page 477: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 475 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 478: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 479: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 477 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 480 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
Page 481 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 479 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 482 480 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 483 INDEX...
Page 484 482 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..418 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ....19 Adding Fuel ......340 Alarm, Panic .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Automatic Transmission Brake System ......306,423 Adding Fluid ..... . . 429 Anti-Lock (ABS) .
Page 486 484 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Warning ....78,339 Clock ......223,232 Cargo Light .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Drain, Flush, and Refill ....417 Disabled Vehicle Towing ....395 Inspection .
Page 488 486 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Temperature Gauge ....189 Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ... . . 392 Enhanced Accident Response Feature .
Page 489 INDEX 487 Fluid Leaks ......81 Octane Rating ..... . . 335 Fluid Level Checks Requirements .
Page 490 488 INDEX Grocery Bag Retainer ..... 180 Switch ......148 Gross Axle Weight Rating .
Page 491 INDEX 489 Information Center, Vehicle ....203 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....16 Inside Rearview Mirror .
Page 492 490 INDEX Automatic Headlights ....148 Interior ......150,164 Brake Warning .
Page 493 INDEX 491 Power Door ......31 Heated ......91 Lower Anchors and Tether for Memory .
Page 494 492 INDEX Oil, Engine ......406,450 Overhead Console ..... . . 163 Capacity .
Page 495 INDEX 493 Sliding Rear Window ....181 Shifting out of Transfer Steering ......302,303 Case Neutral (N) .
Page 496 494 INDEX Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....79 Seats ......128,140 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .
Page 497 INDEX 495 Shifting ....... 276 Speedometer ......190 Automatic Transmission .
Page 498 496 INDEX Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . 408 Dual ......334,384 System, Remote Starting .
Page 499 INDEX 497 Tow Hooks, Emergency ....393 Transfer Case ......427 Towing .
Page 500 498 INDEX UCI Connector ......246 Water Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ....93 Driving Through .
Page 501 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
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