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Page 1 RAM TRUCK 2 0 1 1 C H A S S I S C A B O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution tional on this vehicle.
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 Operating instructions for the special equipment in- This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should erating procedures that could result in a collision or also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions bodily injury.
Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- WARNING! mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ General Information ....18 A Word About Your Keys ....12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — If ▫ Power Windows – If Equipped ... . 34 Equipped ......23 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Engine Break-In Recommendations ..74 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Safety Tips ......74 Airbag .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
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: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable CAUTION! Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors WARNING! when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- been programmed to the vehicle electronics. rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Security Light will flash. Use of the Sentry Key will The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 disable the alarm. and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is Rearming Of The System subject to the following conditions: The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15...
Page 21: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continu- Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether ously during vehicle operation, have the system checked you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle by an authorized dealer.
Page 22: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all tesy lights do not turn off if the dimmer control is in RKE transmitters.
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed doors), or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors. RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but no longer The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the than ten seconds.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 25: Remote Open Window Feature - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 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 26: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted least one second and release.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • This device must accept any interference received, 1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE including interference that may cause undesired transmitter apart.
Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Ignition key removed from ignition switch REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry • Battery at an acceptable charge level (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- •...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle will chirp twice (if programmed). Once the vehicle has Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. The following messages will display in the EVIC if the NOTE: vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- •...
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 Remote Start Comfort Systems —...
Page 31: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lock accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as knob down or unlocked by moving the lock knob up.
Page 32: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped If you press the power door LOCK switch while the Key A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim Fob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the panel.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power 2. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) LOCK and ON/RUN and then back to LOCK four times transmitter ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine).
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock Doors — If Equipped 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when cancel any chimes that may be confusing during this either front door is opened.
Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Child-Protection Door Lock To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade To provide a safer environment for children riding in the screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks.
Page 36: Windows
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS WARNING! Power Windows – If Equipped Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged.
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 other...
Page 40: Occupant Restraints
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the rear If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized windows are open and buffeting occurs, open the front seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.
Page 41: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled Lap/Shoulder Belts up.
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 shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect 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 an accident.
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 an accident.
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: Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! Use the Automatic Locking Mode any time a child safety • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. seat is installed in a passenger seating position. Children •...
Page 52: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver to ON/RUN or START position. Chrysler Group LLC does fasten their seatbelt. This feature is active whenever the not recommend deactivating the BeltAlert .
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position and Seat Belts And Pregnant Women wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off. We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies.
Page 54: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 55: Airbag System Components
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator Airbag System Components design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of Your vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag inflation based on the severity and type of collision. system components: •...
Page 56: Advanced Front Airbag Features
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Airbag Features WARNING! (Continued) The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the airbag and front passenger (if equipped) airbags. This system covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying airbag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 58: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Center. Phone numbers are provided under If You Need The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system Assistance .
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, The ORC contains a backup power supply system that truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or hand, depending on the type and location of impact, it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE on the collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub WARNING! trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- their full size.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abra- until the ignition key is turned off. sions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- Maintaining Your Airbag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the WARNING! airbags will not be in place to protect you. •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 with airbag system electrical components. While the WARNING! (Continued) airbag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any • Do not attempt to modify any part of your airbag of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer ser- system.
Page 64: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 65: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Child Restraints WARNING! Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time, including babies and children. Every state in the In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, United States and all Canadian provinces require that can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Safety experts recommend that children ride vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant are older than one year.
Page 67 Insert the latch plate into restraint: the buckle with the release button facing out. • 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 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and WARNING! (Continued) pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- not toys and should not be played with, and never leave ages will continue to have features for installation in...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the WARNING! manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with Improper installation of a child restraint to the separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or connector, and a means for adjusting the tension in the...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat WARNING! belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to into the buckle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 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 76: Engine Break-In Recommendations
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transporting Pets The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a Airbags 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 77: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and inter-...
Page 80: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ..89 Mirrors ......83 ▫...
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ... . 135 Uconnect™ Phone ..... 111 ▫...
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 ▫ Automatic Headlights ....146 ▫ Mist Feature ......154 ▫...
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Center Storage Compartment — Electrical Power Outlets ....163 If Equipped ......174 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver —...
Page 85: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 MIRRORS The mirror should be adjusted with the lever set in the day position (lever flipped toward the windshield). The Inside Day/Night Mirror mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small the rear window.
Page 86: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 87: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
Page 88: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- The controls for the power mirrors are located on the tons and a four-way mirror control switch. driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls Power Mirror Controls 1 —...
Page 89: Power Folding Outside Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If Equipped mirror that you want to adjust. Using the mirror control If equipped with power folding mirrors, they can be switch, press on any of the four arrows for the direction electrically folded rearward and unfolded into the drive that you want the mirror to move.
Page 90: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The switch for the power folding mirrors is located NOTE: Ten or more switch activations within one between the power mirror switches L (left) and R (right). minute will disable the fold/unfold feature to protect the Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold in, motors from overheating.
Page 91: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. Equipped To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 92: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 93: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • www.jeep.com/uconnect system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in • or call 1–877–855–8400 English, Spanish, or French languages. Uconnect™...
Page 95: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “Operation”...
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE example, you can use the compound form voice Cancel Command command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and the compound form command into two voice com- you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Phone” phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the and follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and and then dial. The number will appear in the display then dial the corresponding phone number, which of certain radios.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will Transfer From Mobile Phone allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, book entry, if desired.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download — Single Entry loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- Phone also allows the user to download entries one at a able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- time from their phone via Bluetooth .
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to the Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the address entry that you wish to edit. book entry via Bluetooth .
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 103: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Note that only the phonebook in the current language • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the is deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be •...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE call, press and hold the button until you hear a by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is single beep, indicating that the incoming call was in progress.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Conference Call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell When two calls are in progress (one active and one on phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press hold), press and hold the button until you hear a and hold the button until you hear a single beep.
Page 106: Uconnect™ Phone Features
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say continue on the Uconnect™ Phone either until the call the name of the language you wish to switch to ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • If supported, this number may be programmable on If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as some systems. To do this, press the button and follows: say “Setup”, followed by “Emergency”.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say certain companies, which time out a little too soon to “Towing Assistance”. work properly with the Uconnect™ Phone. NOTE: Voice Mail Calling • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- with Automated Systems”.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed network configurations.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the button to begin. caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth mobile • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s one of the following: audio system.
Page 111: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • Following the beep, say “Mute”. Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect™ Phone And Mobile Phone In order to un-mute the Uconnect™ Phone: Your mobile phone can be paired with many different •...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of • The selected phone will be used for the next phone all paired mobile phones in order from the highest to call. If the selected phone is not available, the the lowest priority.
Page 113: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 3. Where are you? 16. Can this wait? 4. I need more direction. 17. Bye for now 5. L O L 18. When can we meet 6. Why 19. Send number to call 7.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least fifteen seconds prior to using the off/on.
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Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 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 124: General Information
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 125: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave —...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • “Next Station” (to select the next station) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) •...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the Setup recording, you may press the Voice Command To switch to system setup, you may say on of the following: button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: •...
Page 129: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice SEATS Command button first and wait for the beep Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle. before speaking the “Barge In” commands. Voice Training WARNING! For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-...
Page 130: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
128 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 131: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 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 132 130 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 133: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Head Restraints Front Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head by restricting head movement in the event of a rear restraint.
Page 134: Power Seats - If Equipped
132 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 Power Seats —...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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 136: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
134 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 137: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once to select HIGH- CAUTION! level heating. Press the switch a sec- ond time to select LOW-level heating. Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the Press the switch a third time to shut heating element and/or degrade the material of the the heating elements OFF.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 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 140: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 141: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. The back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compartment (if equipped).
Page 142: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can also be pro- 2. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and both sideview grammed to recall the same positions when the UN- mirrors to the desired positions. LOCK button is pressed. NOTE: Not all motors may be moved at one time.
Page 143: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 7. Within five seconds, press and release MEMORY To recall the memory settings for driver one, press button 1 or 2 on the driver’s seat. The next steps must be MEMORY button number 1 on the driver’s seat or the performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to RKE transmitter to recall memory positions.
Page 144: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A chime sound may be heard if setting memory vehicles equipped with the Electronic vehicle Informa- was inhibited for any reason. tion Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To Memory in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 145: Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD This additional feature provides automatic driver’s seat To open the hood, two latches must be released. positioning which will enhance driver mobility into and 1.
Page 146 144 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 147: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 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 148: Headlights
146 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 149: Headlight Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles lights will turn on in the Automatic Mode. equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center Headlight Delay (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features (SETUP)”...
Page 150: Fog Lights - If Equipped
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will The fog lights are turned on by placing the headlight illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will rotary control in the parking light or headlight position turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when and pushing in the headlight rotary control.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 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 152: Cargo Light
150 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 153: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 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 154: Windshield Wipers And Washers
152 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 155: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the low continual speed position. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every one second. The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Page 156: Mist Feature
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system Mist Feature in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 157: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the WARNING! steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Release the lever to lock the steering column firmly in Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- place.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In- the steering column. formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust- able Pedal Disabled —...
Page 159: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps steering wheel to operate. warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start wheel has only one temperature setting.
Page 160: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cush- ion. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 161: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 162: Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deactivating Electronic Speed Control RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to A soft tap on the brake pedal or pulling the Electronic increase until the lever is released, then the new set speed Speed Control lever (CANCEL) toward you will deacti- will be established.
Page 163: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 164: Courtesy/Reading Lights
162 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 165: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following CAUTION! locations: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts • Lower left and lower right of the center stack. (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) •...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment • Rear of the center console storage compartment — — if equipped. Crew Cab. Power Outlet — Upper Lid Power Outlet — Rear Center Console...
Page 168 166 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 169: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 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 170: Power Inverter - If Equipped
168 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 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 The power inverter switch is located WARNING! on the switch bank below the Climate Controls. To turn on the power outlet, To avoid serious injury or death: press the switch once. Press the switch •...
Page 172: Cupholders
170 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 173: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab STORAGE Glove Box Storage Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders 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 174 172 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 175: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 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 176: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
174 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 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to raise the cover. The upper storage area contains a 12 Volt open the lower storage bin.
Page 178: Seatback Storage
176 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 179: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 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 180: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
178 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 181: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped CAUTION! The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: •...
Page 182: Manual Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window.
Page 183: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Functions ..... . 209 Instrument Panel Features ....184 ▫...
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ... . 236 System) — If Equipped ....219 ▫...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 ▫ System Activation ....250 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....255 ▫...
Page 186: Instrument Panel Features
184 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 187: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 188: Instrument Cluster - Premium
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 189: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 • 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 190 188 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 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 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 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- lubrication system malfunction. Immediate service cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information should be obtained from an authorized dealer. Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information 13.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea NOTE: There is also an engine hour function. This for you to make a record of the odometer reading before indicates the total number of hours the engine has been the repair/service, so that you can be sure that it is running.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the vehicle diagnostic system determines CHAngE OIL that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator indicator system. The CHAngE OIL message will flash in will display in the odometer display area.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- times within 10 seconds. hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for 3.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL lever to activate ERS. Refer to “Automatic Transmission” 19. Voltmeter — If Equipped in “Starting And Operating” for further information. When the engine is running, the gauge indicates the electrical system voltage. The pointer should stay within 17.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 20. Cargo Light to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when The cargo light will illuminate when the cargo applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be light is activated by pressing the cargo light felt during each stop.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. 23.
Page 200 198 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 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 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 202 200 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 203: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 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 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Audio Modes display Steering wheel EVIC control button as it appears on the right side of the Steering wheel EVIC control button, as steering wheel. it appears on the left side of the steer- ing wheel.
Page 205: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • Check Trailer Brake Wiring Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays • Service Trailer Brake System When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • Trailer Brake Connected the following messages: • Left front turn signal lamp out •...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turn Signal On • Trailer Brake (with icon and voltage readout) • RKE Battery Low • Personal Settings Not Available — Vehicle Not in Park • LOW WASHER FLUID • Remote start aborted — Door ajar •...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Memory System Unavailable — Seatbelt Buckled is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A • Memory 1 Profile Recall chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns •...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control Light If the light remains lit with the engine running, your This light will turn on when the electronic vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- speed control is ON. rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- road operation). If this shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle hicle.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Loose Gascap Message indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly your personal driving style. installed, or damaged, a loose gascap icon will Unless reset, this message will continue to display each display in the telltale display area.
Page 211: Distance To Empty (Dte)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Distance To Empty (DTE) EVIC Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous “RESET”...
Page 212: Vehicle Info
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- To Reset The Display tion: Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the ODOMETER/TRIP • Trip A ODOMETER button once to clear the resettable function Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last being displayed.
Page 213: Units
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 • Trans Temperature Compass / Temperature Display Displays the actual transmission temperature. The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is • Engine Hours facing. The EVIC will display one of eight compass Displays the number of hours of engine operation. readings and the outside temperature.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL temperature sensor caused by the snowplow. In addi- NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and tion, on vehicles equipped with Automatic Tempera- an environment free from large metallic objects such as ture Control (ATC), it is suggested that the interior buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, cabin temperature be manually controlled should the etc.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
Page 216: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT following choices. button. The last variance zone number displays in the Select Language EVIC.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 the feature showing the system has been activated or the feature showing the system has been activated, or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UN- Horn With Remote Lock LOCK button is pressed. If this feature is not selected When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will then the memory seat, mirror, and radio settings can only occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Headlamp Off Delay Key-Off Power Delay When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to When this feature is selected, the power window have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD when exiting the vehicle.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Easy Exit Seat — If Equipped make your selection, press and release the SELECT This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to button until a check-mark appears next to the feature enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the showing the system has been activated or the check-mark vehicle.
Page 221: Media Center 730N/430/430N (Rhr/Rer/Rbz/Rhb) Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Calibrate Compass MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV —...
Page 222: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 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 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM exit setting tone, balance, and fade. and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by AM/FM Button pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 225: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 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 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 227: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With Supported MP3 File Formats 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- display.) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 230: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which (SALES CODE RES+RSC) allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s side of the radio faceplate.
Page 231: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 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 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to Program Type 16-Digit Character Display exit setting tone, balance, and fade. College College MUSIC TYPE Button Country Country Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Foreign Language Language mode for five seconds.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow Program Type 16-Digit Character Display you to set the clock. Adjust the hours by turning the Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B TUNE/SCROLL control knob. After adjusting the Sports Sports hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set...
Page 236: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ DISC/AUX Button RND button, the station will continue to play but will not Pressing the DISC/AUX button will allow you to switch be stored into pushbutton memory. from AM/FM modes to DISC/AUX mode.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than CAUTION! (Continued) 1.0 in (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be • RES is a single CD player. Do not attempt to insert ejected before a new disc can be loaded.
Page 238: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning Random Play.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 241: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 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 242: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
240 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 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 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 244 242 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 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 additional three seconds will make the radio display the Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return type. to normal display). By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type RW/FF function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next...
Page 246: Ipod Control - If Equipped
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding When you are receiving a channel that you wish to button number will display. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 247: Connecting The Ipod
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 This feature allows an iPod to be plugged into the the glove compartment on some vehicles). Once the vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin connector, using iPod is connected and synchronized to the vehicle’s the provided interface cable. iPod control system (iPod may take a few seconds to connect), the iPod starts charging and is ready for use iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod...
Page 248: Controlling The Ipod Using Radio Buttons
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The iPod audio can be played on the vehicle’s sound Play Mode system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, When switched to iPod control mode, the iPod auto- etc.) information on the radio display. matically starts Play mode.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will jump to the beginning of for that track.
Page 250: List Or Browse Mode
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on the radio display may be noticed.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- the second line. where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can •...
Page 252: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Rer/Res Radios Only)
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Number (ESN/SID) coast.
Page 253: Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly the radio to exit this screen.
Page 254: Operating Instructions - Uconnect
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC able).
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se- SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This lected.
Page 256: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Page 257: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 The button located in the center of the right hand control CD Player will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next source.
Page 258: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES wiping from center to edge. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 3.
Page 259: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 higher temperatures than the outside ambient tempera- ture. The higher displayed temperature is due to blocked or reduced airflow to the underhood ambient tempera- ture sensor caused by the snowplow. In addition, on vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Control (ATC), it is suggested that the interior cabin temperature be manually controlled should the system not perform as desired while in automatic mode.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 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 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 263: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 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 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Automatic Operation the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. 1. Position the MODE control knob to the Auto position • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation selected. This allows the front occupants to control the This system offers a full complement of manual override volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the features. Auto mode. NOTE: Each of these features operate independently The operator can also select the direction of the airflow from each other.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Floor Mode The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of operator to manually activate or deactivate the air air is directed through the defrost and side window conditioning system.
Page 268: Summer Operation
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. The Summer Operation recirculation LED will illuminate on the blower control The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles knob when this button is selected. Push the button a must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect...
Page 269: Vacation/Storage
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 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 270: Operating Tips
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips...
Page 271: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ... . . 277 Starting Procedures ....273 ▫...
Page 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Transfer Case Position Indicator Light ..287 Parking Brake ......300 ▫...
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 ▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire ▫ Dual Rear Wheels ....330 And Wheel – If Equipped ....320 Fuel Requirements .
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Trailer Towing ......340 Attached ......356 ▫...
Page 275: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 STARTING PROCEDURES pedal. Turn the key fob to the START position and release Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. 10 seconds, turn the key fob to the OFF position, wait five seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 276: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
274 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or 29°C) WARNING! To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle.
Page 277: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not 3500 Models — 5.7L Engine Only have enough power to continue running when the key The engine block heater cord is routed through the grille fob is released.
Page 278: Automatic Transmission
276 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake ing precautions are not observed: pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward •...
Page 279: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, prior to rotating the ignition switch to the LOCK posi- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is tion.
Page 280: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission (545Rfe) - 5.7L Engine Only
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Five–Speed Automatic Transmission (545RFE) — into 3 (third gear), the transmission will never shift above 5.7L Engine Only third gear, but can shift down to 2 (second gear) or 1 (first The shift lever display located in the instrument panel gear), when needed.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 accelerations. This additional gear improves vehicle perfor- To exit ERS mode, press and hold the top of the switch/ mance and cooling capability when towing a trailer on shift lever in the (+) direction until “D” is once again certain grades.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges WARNING! (Continued) Do not race the engine when shifting from PARK or • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others NEUTRAL position into another gear range. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to PARK move the shift lever back and forth without first This range supplements the parking brake by locking the...
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 • the engine coolant (antifreeze) has reached normal NEUTRAL This range is for when the vehicle is standing for pro- operating temperature; longed periods with the engine running. The engine may • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph be started in this range.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Temperature Warning Light” may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down. After cool down, the transmis- sion will resume normal operation. The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully pressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h).
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the instrument cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time restores transmission fluid and engine coolant (antifreeze) are normal operation.
Page 286: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
284 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 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 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 288: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
286 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 289: Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 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 290: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
288 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 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for spe- the current and desired transfer case selection. When you cific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD select a different transfer case position, the indicator LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery road lights will do the following: surfaces only.
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all WARNING! the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met. To retry the selection, turn Always engage the parking brake when powering the control knob back to the current position, wait five down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light”...
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 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 294: Shifting Procedure
292 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 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 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 296: Limited-Slip Differential
294 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: normal driving and cornering, the limited-slip unit per- • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate forms similarly to a conventional differential. On slip- Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the pery surfaces, however, the differential delivers more of shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash the driving effort to the rear wheel having the better...
Page 297: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES WARNING! Acceleration On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differential Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- never run the engine with one rear wheel off the pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull ground since the vehicle may drive through the rear erratically to the right or left.
Page 298: Traction
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 299: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination CAUTION!
Page 300: Power Steering
298 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 301: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- Power Steering Fluid Check ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering service interval is not required.
Page 302: Parking Brake
300 STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is located below the WARNING! lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release with the engine off to prevent injury from moving handle.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition The parking brake should always be applied whenever switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument the driver is not in the vehicle. cluster will illuminate. WARNING! NOTE: •...
Page 304: Brake System
302 STARTING AND OPERATING brakes will still function. However, you will experience a WARNING! (Continued) substantial increase in braking effort to stop the vehicle. • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or braking capability, the remaining system will still func- injury.
Page 305: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 306 304 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 307: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 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 310: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
308 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 311: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire 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 312: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle Tire Placard Location...
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313...
Page 316: Tires - General Information
314 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 317: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 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 318 316 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 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 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 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING 4500/5500 Tire Inflation...
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 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 322: Radial Ply Tires
320 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 323: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 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 324: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
322 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 325: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 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 326: Life Of Tire
324 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 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 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 328: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
326 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 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 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 330: Snow Tires
328 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 331: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 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 332: Dual Rear Wheels
330 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your vehicle is Dual Rear Wheels equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and On/Off Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use a front to back rotation pattern. Instead, rotate your tires side to side at the recommended intervals.
Page 333: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 FUEL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION! The 5.7L engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfac- 4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved tory fuel economy and performance when direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the using high-quality unleaded gasoline hav- asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off ing an octane range of 87 to 89.
Page 334: Reformulated Gasoline
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance ates are required in some areas of the country during the and durability for your vehicle.
Page 335: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- engine controller memory ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 336: Materials Added To Fuel
334 STARTING AND OPERATING allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in CAUTION! (Continued) Federal and California reformulated gasoline. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition Materials Added To Fuel malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to All gasolines sold in the United States are required to overheat.
Page 337: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 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 338: Adding Fuel
336 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected system could result from using an improper fuel every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 339: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 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 340: Vehicle Loading
338 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 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 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 342: Trailer Towing
340 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 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 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 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and swaying motions while traveling. contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Page 345: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Fifth-Wheel Hitch correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a Refer to “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle Weight Ratings)”...
Page 346: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
344 STARTING AND OPERATING All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your vehicle. your trailer hitch. Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: •...
Page 347: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment CAUTION! put in or on your vehicle • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles • The weight of the driver and all passengers. (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and will not shift during travel. When trailering grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts the tow vehicle.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to proper inspection procedure.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 NOTE: This module has been designed and verified for The user interface consists of the following: electric trailer brakes. To determine the type of brakes on GAIN/ Brake Output Power Display your trailer, check with your trailer manufacturer or Shows the current GAIN setting.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the GAIN Adjustment Buttons (+/-) greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to Pressing these buttons will adjust the brake control the trailer brakes. power output to the trailer brakes in 0.5 increments. The GAIN setting can be increased to a maximum of 10 or The trailer and the vehicle’s brake lamps will come on decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking).
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 1. Make sure the trailer brakes are in good working Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the GAIN setting is at a point condition, functioning normally, and properly adjusted. just below trailer wheel lockup. If towing a heavier See your trailer dealer if necessary.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer The ITBM module has been designed and verified brake systems. To determine the type of brakes on for electric trailer brakes. Connecting a trailer that is your trailer and the availability of controllers, check not compatible with the ITBM system may result in with your trailer manufacturer or dealer.
Page 355: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 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 356: Snowplow
354 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 357: Before Plowing
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 • 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 358: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
356 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 359: General Maintenance
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 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 360: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
358 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 • Automatic transmission in PARK • Manual transmission in gear Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED (NOT in NEUTRAL (N)
Page 361: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle CAUTION! trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure: • Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will 1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following cause severe transmission damage.
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. requirements can cause severe transmission and/or Internal damage to the transmission or transfer transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow- case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited when recreational towing.
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 2. Turn OFF the engine. WARNING! 3. Press and hold the brake pedal. You or others could be injured if you leave the 4. Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL or vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING 12. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual Shifting Out Of Neutral (N) – Manual Shift transmission in gear (not in Neutral). Transfer Case (If Equipped) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for CAUTION! normal usage.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 7. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or place WARNING! manual transmission in Neutral. You or others could be injured if you leave the 8. Release the brake pedal. vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the 9.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Shift automatic 9. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. transmission into PARK. 10. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual 2. Turn OFF the engine. transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 continue to be met until the shift has been completed. CAUTION! If any of these requirements are not met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- during the shift, the NEUTRAL indicator light will mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in flash continuously until all requirements are met or...
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL, nected to the tow vehicle. turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear clash. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 9.
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed. If any of these requirements are not met for a transfer case shift to take place and for the prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button, or are no position indicator lights to be operable.
Page 371: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....384 Hazard Warning Flashers ....370 Jacking And Tire Changing .
Page 372: Hazard Warning Flashers
370 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 373: 3500 Models - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 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 374: Preparations For Jacking
372 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 375: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 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 376 374 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 377 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 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 378 376 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 379 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 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 380 378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DRW), you must You must use the flat end of the lug wrench to pry off the first remove the hub caps. The jack handle driver has a wheel skins.
Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 Dual Rear Wheels Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two inner wheel.
Page 382 380 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. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table.
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 second time to verify that specific torque has been bolt holes in the wheels becoming elongated. This is achieved. Retighten to specifications at 100 miles especially important during the first few hundred miles/ (160 km) and after 500 miles (800 km). kilometers of operation to allow the wheel nuts to become properly set.
Page 384: Hoisting
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HOISTING NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and locations. Refer to the graphics that show jacking loca- precautions.
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a WARNING! protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- positive battery post. ever the hood is raised.
Page 386: Jump-Starting Procedure
384 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 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 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 388: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
386 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 and REVERSE, do not spin the rhythmically between DRIVE and REVERSE while ap- wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain...
Page 389: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 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 390: Shift Lever Override
388 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 391: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: The transfer case must be in the NEUTRAL Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent position, and the transmission must be in PARK (auto- damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other matic transmission), or in gear (manual transmission) to equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- tow a four-wheel drive vehicle, unless all its wheels are...
Page 392 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the vehicle is to be towed faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) CAUTION! or more than 15 miles (25 km) the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels OFF the ground. It may be towed on Towing faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for more than a flatbed, or with the front wheels raised and the rear 15 miles (25 km) can cause severe damage to the...
Page 393: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 400 Engine Compartment — 5.7L ... . . 393 ▫...
Page 394 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... 406 Replacement Bulbs ....434 ▫...
Page 395: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 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 396: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
394 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 397: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 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 398: Replacement Parts
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 399: 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 400: Engine Oil
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! (Continued) Checking Oil Level • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the that protect the performance and durability of engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 401 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet CAUTION! the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage Identification Symbol your engine.
Page 402: Engine Oil Filter
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Materials Added To Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 403: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine quality filters should be used to assure most efficient backfire.
Page 404: Maintenance-Free Battery
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 405: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 406: Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System WARNING! Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants sor Oil, or Refrigerants. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling tioning system.
Page 407: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 408: Adding Washer Fluid
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid WARNING! cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its function. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care Adding Washer Fluid must be exercised when filling or working around The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should the washer solution.
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; WARNING! or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-...
Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 411: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or motion.
Page 412 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection maintenance intervals. at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for Selection Of Coolant leaks.
Page 413 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid CAUTION! (Continued) Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine (antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- •...
Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Disposal Of Used Coolant To check the coolant level: Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is 1. Open the coolant reservoir. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community.
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Lift and remove the plastic dipstick from the reservoir of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is neck. satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Page 417: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the condenser clean, also.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic WARNING! reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a “MAX” dot and an “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and kept within these two dots.
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the Parts”...
Page 420: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fill hole on the front axle. The fluid level should be level WARNING! (Continued) with the bottom of the fill hole on the rear axle. • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Drain And Refill nate the brake fluid.
Page 421: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper on concrete or dry pavement. These conditions should be maintenance intervals. considered normal operation of the limited slip differential. Lubricant Selection Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Transfer Case “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 422: Automatic Transmission
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission CAUTION! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque mance.
Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Fluid Level Check To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly, If equipped with a dipstick, use the following procedure. the following procedure must be used: If your vehicle has a capped dipstick tube, it is sealed and 1.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on CAUTION! both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F ing temperature.
Page 425: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any The following maintenance recommendations will enable reason, the fluid and filter(s) should be changed. you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. It is important that proper lubricant is used in the transmission.
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- such as steel wool or scouring powder which will lent, or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner. chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- mended for leather upholstery. • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cloth and remove stain.
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Cleaning Headlights cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to quarter window equipped with the radio antenna.
Page 430: Fuses
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp Bat – Passenger 40 Amp Bat – L/Bar/Off- Natural Door Node Green Road 40 Amp Bat – ABS Pump 30 Amp Bat – Sway/ Green Pink Thatchum/Rear...
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp TCM/Trans Range 10 Amp Bat – Ign Sw, WIN, Natural PASS 5 Amp Ign R/ACC – 15 Amp Bat – CHMSL/ Sunroof/Window Blue Brake Sw Sw Illum...
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Bat – CCN/Interior 15 Amp IOD-SDARS/VES Blue Light/SCM/Sw Blue 2–3/DVD/HFM/ Bank UGDO/Vanity Lamp 20 Amp Htd Seat/Htd Str Yellow Wheel/Rear Htd 10 Amp IOD-HVAC, Seat U/Hood Lamp...
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the totally integrated power mod- 20 Amp IGN R/ACC-Pwr ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is Yellow Outlet #2 properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to 20 Amp IGN R/ACC/Bat- do so may allow water to get into the totally...
Page 435: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 VEHICLE STORAGE NOTE: • When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position.
Page 436: Replacement Bulbs
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb No. Dual Or Quad Headlamp/Front Park And Turn Overhead Console Lamps ....TS 212-2 Signal –...
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house screws. splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front lamp unit housing.
Page 438: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 10. Disconnect electrical connectors. Fog Lamps – If Equipped 11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary. 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing. CAUTION! 2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector •...
Page 439: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) With Cargo Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- Cargo Lamp ing harness to the body. 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ⁄...
Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. CAUTION! Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. •...
Page 441: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Cab Top Clearance Lamps – If Equipped 2. Rotate the socket ⁄ turn and pull it from the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp.
Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace.
Page 443: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 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 444: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid 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.
Page 445: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (Five-Speed MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed 545RFE) ATF+4 product. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/ GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763) or equivalent.
Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..448 Maintenance Schedule ....446 ▫ 5.7L Gas Engine ..... 446...
Page 448 446 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 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu- exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or 6 months, whichever racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the comes first.
Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Change the engine oil filter. pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
Page 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 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 452: Service Schedule
450 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 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 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 454 452 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 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 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 456 454 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 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 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 458 456 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 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 104,000 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 460 458 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 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 128,000 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 462 460 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 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 465: If You Need Consumer Assistance
Reporting Safety Defects ....468 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..466 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 466 464 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 471 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......471 ▫...
Page 467: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 465 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 468: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004...
Page 469: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 467 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 470: 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 471: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 469 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 immedi- campaign.
Page 472 Chrysler Group LLC ve- taining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency vehicles.
Page 473 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 471 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 474 472 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 475 INDEX...
Page 476 474 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..411 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ....18 Adding Fuel ......336 Alarm, Panic .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Automatic Transmission Anti-Lock (ABS) ..... 303 Adding Fluid ..... . . 422 Fluid Check .
Page 478 476 INDEX Cargo Light ......150 Cold Weather Operation ....274 Cellular Phone .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Inspection ......413 Disposal Points to Remember ....414 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 480 478 INDEX Jump Starting ..... . . 382 Entry System, Illuminated ....19 Tow Hooks .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Fluid Level Checks Requirements ..... . . 331 Automatic Transmission ....421 Tank Capacity .
Page 482 480 INDEX Gross Axle Weight Rating ....341 Heated Mirrors ..... . . 88,178 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Inside Rearview Mirror ....83 Keyless Entry System ..... . 20 Instrument Cluster .
Page 484 482 INDEX Brake Warning ..... . 195 Lights On Reminder ....150 Bulb Replacement .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Memory ......139 (LATCH) ......67 Outside .
Page 486 484 INDEX Change Interval ..... 399 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..4,469 Dipstick .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Windows ......34 Shifting out of Transfer Case Power Steering Fluid ..... 443 Neutral (N) .
Page 488 486 INDEX Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....76 Seats ......127,139 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .
Page 489 INDEX 487 Automatic Transmission ....278 Automatic Transmission ....273 Transfer Case .
Page 490 488 INDEX Tachometer ......187 Life of Tires ......324 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) .
Page 491 INDEX 489 Guide ......344 Fluid ......443 Recreational .
Page 492 490 INDEX Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ....7 Wheel Cover ......377 Vehicle Storage .
Page 493 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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