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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 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA 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.
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 Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ General Information ....18 A Word About Your Keys ....12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — Windows ......34 If Equipped .
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) — ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with If 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. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead.
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. The engine will run only if a The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 valid Sentry Key is used to start the vehicle. Use of the and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 the alarm is set, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at a The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your slower rate to indicate that the system is armed. vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm.
Page 22: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- the ignition switch disables the system from responding tesy lights do not turn off if the dimmer control is in to any button presses from that RKE transmitter.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE following procedure: transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door (If EVIC is 1.
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the following procedure: Vehicle Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the 1.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the following procedure: Vehicle Security Alarm System. 1.
Page 26: Remote Open Window Feature
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a Security Alarm System.
Page 27: Transmitter Battery Replacement
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Transmitter Battery Replacement 3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 halves together. battery. General Information NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and •...
Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal How To Use Remote Start distance, check for these two conditions: All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: 1.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Remote Start Aborted - Hood Ajar WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted - Fuel Low • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Aborted - System Fault confined area.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release in the Remote Start mode.
Page 31: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 turn on in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver Front doors may be opened with the inside door handle vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the without lifting the lock knob. remote start is activated.
Page 32: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped power locks will not operate. This prevents you from A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim accidentally locking your Key Fob in the vehicle. Remov- panel.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled following procedure: before the feature could be disabled. If necessary, repeat the above procedure.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door UNLOCK following procedure: switch. 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed.
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 rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse and release it when you want the window to stop. function unexpectedly during auto closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and Auto-Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection hold to close the window manually.
Page 39: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 press the window LOCK button into the latched or down Wind Buffeting position. To enable the window controls, press the win- Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of dow LOCK button again and return the switch to the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the released or up position.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants WARNING! • All seat belt systems (except driver’s, first and second In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer row center position) include Automatic Locking Re- much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled tractors (ALR) up.
Page 41: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in an accident. • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat adjust the seat. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Pulling Out Latch Plate And Webbing Latch Plate To Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the protect you properly.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of 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. Regular Cab Front Center Three Point Belt The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may be If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pull the black buckle latch plate forward from the cab back panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there is an audible “click”.
Page 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 )
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized (BeltAlert ) dealer or by following these steps: BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver to NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first fasten their seatbelt.
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to Seat Belt Extender signify that you have successfully completed the If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended, your programming.
Page 54: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both the driver and front passenger (if equipped) as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
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 The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of collisions, including some that may produce substantial the airbag system whenever the ignition switch is in the vehicle damage —...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Airbag ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is Inflator Units noted that could affect the airbag system. The diagnostics The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Airbag Infla- tor Units are located in the center of the steering wheel also record the nature of the malfunction.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Enhanced Accident Response System NOTE: Front airbags will not deploy in all collisions. In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag the communication network remains intact, and the system.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate Maintaining Your Airbag System the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye WARNING! irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the airbags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- inflate for your protection in a collision. The vanced airbag system.
Page 64: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the accelerator and/or brake pedal;...
Page 65: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is WARNING! required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who carriers and convertible child seats. Both types of are older than one year. These child seats are also held child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child WARNING! restraint: • Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety airbag.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt WARNING! several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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 Child restraint systems having attachments designed to NOTE: • When using the LATCH attaching system to install a connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not to the seat back tether anchorage have been available for being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Installing the Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, WARNING! but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or Do not install child restraint systems equipped with 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 Improper installation of a child restraint to the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or into the buckle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the WARNING! tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle.
Page 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 foot well of • Never place or install floor mats or other floor your vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that 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. Inspect the tread and sidewall for WARNING! (Continued) cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure. driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.
Page 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ..88 Mirrors ......83 ▫...
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ... . 134 Uconnect™ Phone ....110 ▫...
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 ▫ Automatic Headlights ....144 ▫ Mist Feature ......152 ▫...
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Door Storage ..... . . 170 Overhead Console — If Equipped ..159 ▫...
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 CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 87: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 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: Slide-On-Rod" Features Of Sun Visor - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the “Slide-On-Rod” until the sun visor is in the desired position. Illuminated Vanity Mirror “Slide-On-Rod” Features of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 92: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror entering an automated car wash. head to provide a greater vision range when towing A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror extra-wide loads.
Page 93: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • www.jeep.com/uconnect Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- • or call 1–877–855–8400 vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile Uconnect™...
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the Voice Command Button system at a time. The system is available in English, Actual button location may vary with the ra- Spanish, or French languages. dio.
Page 95: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Phone” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the Call by Saying a Name vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three • Press the button to begin. and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Add Names to Your Uconnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • To call a name from downloaded (or Uconnect™) • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call by Saying a SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- Name”...
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send NOTE: these entries from your phone. • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended NOTE: when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries List All Names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the • Press the button to begin. button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 103: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Phone Call Features Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently in Progress Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Conference Call Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on to “Conference Call”...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been button.
Page 106: Uconnect™ Phone Features
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available mobile service and If you need towing assistance: area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the If available on the radio and/or on a premium display dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 111: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Mobile Phone Names • Press the Transfer Call to and from Mobile Phone button to begin. The Uconnect™ Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect™...
Page 112: Things You Should Know About Your
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • You can also press the button at any time while “Setup Select Phone” and follow the prompts. the list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to delete.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training, Voice Command System Training, or Start Voice Training” command. • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead You can either press the Uconnect™...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather condition. • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • fully closed windows, Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on • dry weather conditions, and your phone. • operation from the driver’s seat. Read Messages: • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect™...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 123: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 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 124: Commands
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • “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 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Next Station” (to select the next station) • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Select Name” (to say the name of a channel) •...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In − “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) •...
Page 128: Voice Training
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Language French” 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect™ Voice. For best results, the “Voice Training” • “Language Spanish” session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, • “Tutorial” engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.
Page 129: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
Page 130: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 131: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 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 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- justed while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 133: Power Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 There are two power seat switches that are used to control the movement of the seat cushion and the seat- back. Adjustable Rear Head Restraints NOTE: The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab only) is fixed and cannot be adjusted.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting the sear forward or rearward Reclining the seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will rearward.
Page 135: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Power Lumbar — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power shoulder belt is no longer resting against your lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the chest.
Page 136: Heated Seats - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped CAUTION! On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the WARNING! seat.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Press the switch once to select HIGH- 60 minutes before automatically shutting OFF. The level heating. Press the switch a sec- heated seats can shut OFF early or may not turn on when ond time to select LOW-level heating.
Page 138: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in heat for as little as 4 minutes and up to 30 minutes before use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one switching to LOW heat.
Page 139: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Press the switch once to choose HIGH, 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped press it a second time to choose LOW. The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard Pressing the switch a third time will seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat.
Page 140: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat buttons are located on the outboard Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) temperature set- side of the drivers seat cushion. ting and radio station preset settings. Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can also be pro- grammed to recall the same positions when the UN- LOCK button is pressed.
Page 141: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 1. Turn the vehicle key to the ON/RUN position. performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a RKE transmitter to recall memory positions. 2. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and both sideview mirrors to the desired positions.
Page 142: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To recall the memory settings for driver one, press NOTE: A chime sound may be heard if setting memory MEMORY button number 1 on the driver’s seat or the was inhibited for any reason. UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory memory position 1.
Page 143: Self-Limiting Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 vehicles equipped with the Electronic vehicle Informa- Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control tion Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- This additional feature provides automatic driver’s seat tion Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” positioning which will enhance driver mobility into and in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 144: To Open And Close The Hood
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood To open the hood, two latches must be released. and push the safety latch lever from right to left to release it, before raising the hood.
Page 145: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 LIGHTS CAUTION! The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to light switch controls the operation of the headlights, close it.
Page 146: Headlights
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog Headlights light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as switch clockwise.
Page 147: Headlight Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- lights will turn on in the Automatic Mode. Headlight Delay To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for approximately 90 seconds.
Page 148: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Lights and Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position. Fog Lights —...
Page 149: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Interior Lights to the right until you hear a click. This feature is termed Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front the “Parade” mode and is useful when headlights are doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating required during the day.
Page 150: Cargo Light
148 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 151: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 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 152: Windshield Wipers And Washers
150 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 153: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 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 154: Mist Feature
152 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 Push the washer knob, located on the end of the multi- exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This function lever, inward to the first detent.
Page 155: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 156: Adjustment
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of Adjustment the steering column. 1. Position the driver’s seat so that you are at least 10 in (25.4 cm) away from the airbag, located in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 157: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically CAUTION! shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals warm.
Page 158: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED System — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 159: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 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 160: To Resume Speed
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE speed memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button to the OFF To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is position or turning OFF the ignition erases the set speed set, push down and hold the SET DECEL lever. If the memory.
Page 161: Overhead Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Your vehicle may experience a downshift (automatic OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED transmissions only) while climbing uphill or descending The overhead console is located on the headliner above downhill. This downshift is necessary to maintain vehicle the review mirror.
Page 162: Courtesy/Reading Lights
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights Both lights in the overhead console and rear passenger compartment will illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (full right position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped.
Page 163: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 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 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations: — if equipped. • Lower left and lower right of the center stack. •...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 166: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — CAUTION! IF 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 167: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 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 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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: • Do not use a three-prong adapter. press the switch once.
Page 169: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Storage Bin Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — For vehicles equipped with bucket seats two cupholders (40–20–40 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 170: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab STORAGE Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders Glove Box Storage located in the center armrest. The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper (if equipped) and lower storage area.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 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 172: Door Storage
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 173: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 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 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 175: Seatback Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Seatback Storage Storage (Regular Cab) Located in the back of both the driver and passenger The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs front seats are pockets that can be used for storage. the length of the cab.
Page 176: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 177: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the button a second time. NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating.
Page 178: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • Keep all objects a safe distance from the window. Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Average Fuel Economy ... . 206 Instrument Panel Features ....181 ▫...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD Media Center 730N/430/430N (RER/RBZ/ RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If Equipped . . . 216 And MP3 Audio Play ....231 ▫...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 ▫ List Or Browse Mode ....244 ▫ Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped) ..... . . 250 Uconnect™...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Summer Operation ....262 ▫ Window Fogging And Frosting ..263 ▫...
Page 183: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 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 184: Instrument Cluster - Base
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 185: Instrument Cluster - Premium
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 186: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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. Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” others could be badly burned by steam or boiling pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 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 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to NOTE: There is also an engine hour function. This make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/ indicates the total number of hours the engine has been service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or running.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 If the vehicle diagnostic system deter- CHAngE OIL mines that the fuel filler cap is loose, Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change improperly installed, or damaged, a loose indicator system. The CHAngE OIL message will flash in gascap indicator will display in the the instrument cluster odometer for approximately Loose Gascap...
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 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 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 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 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information suggests a potential engine control problem and the need Center (EVIC).
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 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 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 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 200: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 • 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 202: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • 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 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory System Unavailable — Seatbelt Buckled • Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The • Memory 1 Profile Recall light should turn on momentarily when the engine • Memory 2 Profile Recall is started.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. rized dealer. If the light remains lit with the engine running your •...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • 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 208: Distance To Empty (Dte)
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 209: Vehicle Info
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 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 210: Units
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 hours of engine operation. readings and the outside temperature.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 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 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 213: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” Select Language message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT When in this display you may select one of five lan- button. The last variance zone number displays in the guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip EVIC.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Auto Lock Doors Remote Unlock Sequence When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph door will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter (24 km/h).
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the and release the SELECT button until a check-mark ap- feature showing the system has been activated or the pears next to the feature showing the system has been check-mark is removed, showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed, showing the deactivated.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL then press and release the SELECT button until a check- after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening a vehicle mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has door will cancel this feature. To make your selection, been selected.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the Remote Start Comfort Sys. feature showing the system has been activated or the When this feature is selected and the remote start is check-mark is removed, showing the system has been activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated deactivated.
Page 218: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RER/RBZ/RHB) MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side side of the radio faceplate.
Page 219: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to You may add a second station to each pushbutton by exit setting tone, balance, and fade. repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the AM/FM Button display window.
Page 222: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 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 224: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 226: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3 Files before writing to the disc.
Page 227: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is OFF). MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.
Page 228: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control (if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Under- knob to save time change.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Program Type 16-Digit Character Display seconds will allow the program format type to be se- News News lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type information.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is AM/FM Button displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. station with the same selected Music Type name. The SET/RND Button —...
Page 233: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 235: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Playback of MP3 Files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the VBR bit rates.
Page 238: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders more and the radio will display song titles for each file. on the disc.
Page 239: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- Press this button to change the display to time of day. The come kit that contains general information, including time of day will display for five seconds (when the how to setup your on-line listening account.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 SEEK Buttons RW/FF Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next and press and release that button. If a button is not channel with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 243: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) 0.5 - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod (If Equipped) iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The fully support the UCI features. Please visit Apple’s Features If Your Vehicle”.
Page 244: Connecting The Ipod
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Connecting The iPod Using This Feature Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to By using the provided connection cable to connect an the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in iPod to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: the glove compartment on some vehicles).
Page 245: Play Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 • Jump forward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod automatically holding the FF >> button. starts Play mode. In Play mode, use the following buttons •...
Page 246: List Or Browse Mode
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press List Or Browse Mode will go back to the play mode screen on the radio. During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables •...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the same PRESET button again to go back to Play bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backwards mode.
Page 248: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Rer/Res Radios Only)
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — CAUTION! IF EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can coast.
Page 249: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents.
Page 250: Reception Quality
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Reception Quality position to operate the radio.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
Page 252: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press following items: the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.
Page 253: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a IF EQUIPPED pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch The remote sound system controls are located on the rear will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom of the surface of the steering wheel.
Page 254: Cd Player
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left hand control CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next pre-set station that you have To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following programmed in the radio pre-set pushbuttons. precautions: CD Player 1.
Page 255: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 256: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System Front Blower Control The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning There are four blower speeds. Use this system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary control to regulate the amount of air dials and inner push knobs.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 temperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red Panel Mode area, indicates warmer temperatures. Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- Bi-Level Mode denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu-...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mix Mode Recirculation Control Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side Press this button to choose between window demist outlets. This setting works best in outside air intake or recirculation of cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the air inside the vehicle.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Economy Mode mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor.
Page 260: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode MAX A/C For maximum cooling, when MAX operation, Auto blower operation is set by using rotary A/C is selected the A/C is turned on knobs on the control unit and a comfort temperature automatically and the air is recircu- setting by using the temperature up and down but- lated.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Automatic Operation 1. Position the MODE control knob to the Auto position on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. 2. Position the BLOWER control knob in the Auto posi- tion on the ATC Panel. 3. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and front passenger temperature buttons.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Manual Operation • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for This system offers a full complement of manual override cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts features. the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide NOTE: Each of these features operate independently comfort as quickly as possible.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 selected. This allows the front occupants to control the Floor Mode volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of Auto mode. air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Page 264: Summer Operation
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. The operator to manually activate or deactivate the air recirculation LED will illuminate on the blower control conditioning system. When in A/C mode and the knob when this button is selected.
Page 265: Window Fogging And Frosting
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Winter Operation Window Fogging and Frosting To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of the glass in mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- mild, rainy and/or humid weather.
Page 266: Operating Tips
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips...
Page 267: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....269 Automatic Transmission ....272 ▫...
Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Transfer Case Position Indicator Light ..283 Parking Brake ......296 ▫...
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 ▫ Tire Spinning ..... . . 315 ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..325 ▫...
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer Towing Weights ▫ Operating Tips ..... . 348 (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..336 ▫...
Page 271: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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 272: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 7°C)
270 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F or 7°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 273: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 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 274: Automatic Transmission
272 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 275: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 switch when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. WARNING! (Continued) Once the key fob is removed, the shift lever is locked in • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure PARK. those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift...
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING shift lever out of the PARK position. To drive, move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position. Pull the shift lever toward you when shifting into REVERSE or PARK, or when shifting out of PARK. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows you to limit the highest available gear when the shift...
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 are underdrive gears, and fourth gear is direct drive. ERS WARNING! fifth gear (Overdrive) is the same as the normal fourth gear. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their When in the DRIVE position in first through fourth gear, grip and the vehicle could skid.
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK WARNING! (Continued) This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others transmission. The engine can be started in this range. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 • 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 280 278 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 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 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 282: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
280 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — When additional traction is required, the 4H and 4L IF 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 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 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 284: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
282 STARTING AND OPERATING Rear-Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range locks the front street and highway driving on dry hard surfaced roads. and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 285: Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 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 286: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
284 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 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 When additional traction is required, the transfer case Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and the front and rear driveshafts together, forcing the front 4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- WARNING! tinue to flash. Always engage the parking brake when powering 3. The transfer case will not shift. down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light” is NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all illuminated.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 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 transfer case.
Page 290: Shifting Procedure
288 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 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 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 292: Limited-Slip Differential
290 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: surfaces, however, the differential delivers more of the • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate driving effort to the rear wheel having the better traction. Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the The limited-slip differential is especially helpful during shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash slippery driving conditions.
Page 293: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Care should be taken to avoid sudden accelerations when WARNING! both rear wheels are on a slippery surface. This could cause both rear wheels to spin, and allow the vehicle to Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. slide sideways on the crowned surface of a road or in a Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear turn.
Page 294: Driving Through Water
292 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become WARNING! visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 295: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 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 296: Power Steering
294 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 297: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 298: Parking Brake
296 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied, the engine is off and the key fob is...
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a will sound to alert the driver.
Page 300: Brake System
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Dual Rear Wheel Models Only CAUTION! The brake system power assist is provided by a hydro- boost unit which shares fluid with the power steering If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the system. You may experience some clicking or hissing parking brake released, a brake system malfunction noises from the hydro-boost system during hard braking is indicated.
Page 301: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 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 302 300 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 303: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 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 304 302 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 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 306: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
304 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 307: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 308: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
306 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 Tire Placard Location...
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, This placard tells you important information about gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear the: axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to 2) total weight your vehicle can carry “Vehicle Loading”...
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”...
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309...
Page 312: Tires - General Information
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. •...
Page 313: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure WARNING! (Continued) Information for vehicle loads that are less than the • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure con- mended cold tire inflation pressure. ditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure Information”...
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), “cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not outside temperature condition.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 4500/5500 Tire Inflation...
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 317: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Radial Ply Tires Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not WARNING! spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires stopping when you are stuck.
Page 318: Tread Wear Indicators
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 319: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity, other than what was originally equipped that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations on your vehicle.
Page 321: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE CAUTION! (Continued) INFORMATION — IF EQUIPPED • Because of limited chain clearance between tires A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- and other suspension components, it is important gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo. that only chains in good condition are used.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING • On 4X2 vehicles, class “U” snow chains are permitted CAUTION! (Continued) on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/80R17 size on method of installation, operating speed, and tires.
Page 323: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 SNOW TIRES While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be during the winter. All season tires satisfy this require- poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Page 324: Dual Rear Wheels
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper On/Off Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- a front to back rotation pattern. Instead, rotate your tires sible if desired.
Page 325: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge across all FUEL REQUIREMENTS four tires. The straight edge should touch all the tires. The 5.7L engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfac- CAUTION! tory fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded gasoline hav-...
Page 326: Reformulated Gasoline
324 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 327: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 • 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 328: Materials Added To Fuel
326 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 329: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 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 330: Adding Fuel
328 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 331: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 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 332: Vehicle Loading
330 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 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 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 334: Trailer Towing
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions CAUTION! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load.
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING hitches are the most popular on the market today and WARNING! they are commonly used to tow small- and medium- • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch sized trailers. system may reduce handling, stability and braking Weight-Distributing Hitch performance and could result in a collision.
Page 337: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Gooseneck Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup Standards truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) over the rear axle in the truck bed.
Page 338: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/bodybuilder. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 339: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 340 338 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 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 This display may also be used to display diagnostic information, if needed. • SC — Short Circuit to Ground • Sb — Short to Battery • CF — Controller Fault – If this message appears on the display, see your authorized dealer.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING The trailer and the vehicle’s brake lamps will come on GAIN when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake control applied. for the specific towing condition and should be changed as towing conditions change.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 4. Use the GAIN adjustment (+/-) buttons to increase or EVIC Display Messages decrease the GAIN setting to the desired starting point. A The trailer brake control interacts with the Electronic GAIN setting of 6 is a good starting point for heavier Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 346: Towing Tips
344 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights and Wiring WARNING! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for The ITBM module has been designed and verified motoring safety.
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Automatic Transmission Tow/Haul The “DRIVE” range can be selected when towing. How- To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, select ing, turn the “TOW/HAUL” feature ON when driving in “TOW/HAUL”...
Page 348: Snowplow
346 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System Dodge Body Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- installer or snowplow manufacturer for this information. heating, take the following actions: There are unique electrical systems that must be con- nected to properly assure operator safety and prevent −...
Page 349: Before Plowing
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Before Plowing 2. The total GVWR or the Front GAWR or the Rear GAWR should never be exceeded. • Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper fluid level. 3. Cargo capacity will be reduced by the addition of options or passengers, etc.
Page 350: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
348 STARTING AND OPERATING if necessary at the beginning and end of the snowplow Operating Tips season. This will help prevent uneven tire wear. Under ideal snow plowing conditions, 20 mph (32 km/h) should be maximum operating speed. The operator The blade should be lowered whenever the vehicle is should be familiar with the area and surface to be parked.
Page 351: General Maintenance
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 • Vehicles with automatic transmissions should use 4L General Maintenance Snowplows should be maintained in accordance with the range when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended plow manufacturer’s instructions. periods of time to avoid transmission overheating. •...
Page 352: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
350 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 353: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is •...
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING must be placed in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL) for recre- CAUTION! (Continued) ational towing. Refer to the following for the proper • Before recreational towing, perform the procedure transfer case NEUTRAL shifting procedure for your outlined under “Shifting Into NEUTRAL” to be vehicle.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Shifting Into Neutral (N) – Manual Shift Transfer CAUTION! Case (If Equipped) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that recreational towing. the transfer case is fully in Neutral (N) before recre- ational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual 13. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is 14. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable no vehicle movement.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 6. Shift the transfer case lever to the desired position. Shifting Into Neutral – Electronic Shift Transfer Case (If Equipped) NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case Neutral (N), Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear recreational towing: clash.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Press and hold the transfer case NEUTRAL button CAUTION! (located by the selector switch). The NEUTRAL indicator light will blink while the shift is in progress. The light It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre- NEUTRAL is complete.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met 14. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual transmission in gear (not in Neutral). prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button, and must 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...
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out of Neutral – Electronic Shift Transfer 8. After the NEUTRAL button has been released, the Case (If Equipped) transfer case will shift to the position identified by the Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for selector switch.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 15. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), and for a transfer case shift to take place and for the check that the vehicle operates normally.
Page 363: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....374 Hazard Warning Flasher ....362 Jacking And Tire Changing .
Page 364: Hazard Warning Flasher
362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the WARNING! upper switch bank just below the radio. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
Page 365: 3500 Models - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 363 3500 Models — If Equipped WARNING! The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Lift the flap on the side of the seat for After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them access.
Page 366: Preparations For Jacking
364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or position. For example, if the right front slippery areas.
Page 367 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely the edge of the roadway as possible before raising careful of motor traffic.
Page 368 366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When changing the front wheel, assemble the jack When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
Page 369 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that models. On dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and are a two-piece assembly with a flat face. Lightly tighten adjust the jack position as required.
Page 370 368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Install wheel center cap (if equipped) and remove CAUTION! wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel Use extreme caution when removing the front and center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap rear center caps.
Page 371 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 Dual Rear Wheels CAUTION! Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug • Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub cap. nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two Do not use a twisting motion when removing the drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the...
Page 372 370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the inner wheel.
Page 373 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued to specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud nuts to specifications at each lubrication interval. Wheel Nut Torque All wheel nuts should be tightened occasionally to elimi- nate the possibility of wheel studs being sheared or the bolt holes in the wheels becoming elongated.
Page 374: Hoisting
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Disc Wheels Type Nut Stud Size Torque Ft Lbs Torque Newton Meters Cone 9/16-18 120-150 160-200 Flanged 9/16-18 130-160 190-220 To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for information If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- on stowing your spare tire (if equipped).
Page 375: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 376: Jump-Starting Procedure
374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 377 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 378: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.
Page 379: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 380: Shift Lever Override
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE WARNING! If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: vehicle.
Page 381: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
Page 382: Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The transfer case must be in the NEUTRAL CAUTION! position, and the transmission must be in PARK (auto- matic transmission), or in gear (manual transmission) to Towing faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for more than tow a four-wheel drive vehicle, unless all its wheels are 15 miles (25 km) can cause severe damage to the OFF the ground.
Page 383: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 390 Engine Compartment — 5.7L ... . . 383 ▫...
Page 384 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... 397 Replacement Bulbs ....422 ▫...
Page 385: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 —...
Page 386: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
384 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 387: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 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 388: Replacement Parts
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 389: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 390: Engine Oil
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about five CAUTION! (Continued) minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will that protect the performance and durability of improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 391 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is Identification Symbol time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. This symbol means that the oil has Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 392: Engine Oil Filter
390 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 393: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 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 394: Maintenance-Free Battery
392 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 395: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 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 396: Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
394 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 397: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 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 398: Adding Washer Fluid
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the Commercially available windshield washer solvents reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not ra- are flammable.
Page 399: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 400 398 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 401: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 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 402 400 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 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 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 404 402 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 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Disposal of Used Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is with your local authorities to determine the disposal satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once rules for your community.
Page 406: Brake System
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven.
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and should be conducted.
Page 408: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Drain And Refill Lubricant Selection On 4500/5500 vehicles, remove the lower bolt to drain Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in the axle fluid. “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components.
Page 410: Transfer Case
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transfer Case Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill Selection Of Lubricant Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the maintenance intervals. transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance.
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! (Continued) If equipped with a dipstick, use the following procedure. • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- If your vehicle has a capped dipstick tube, it is sealed and facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- should not be tampered with.
Page 412 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly, 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on the following procedure must be used: both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- 1.
Page 413: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any CAUTION! reason, the fluid and filter(s) should be changed. Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F It is important that proper lubricant is used in the (10°C) it may not register on the dipstick.
Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- What Causes Corrosion? lent, or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of...
Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder which will •...
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- Cleaning Headlights mended for leather upholstery. Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 418: Fuses
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- Seat Belt Maintenance dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is Cavity Cartridge Mini Description stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the Fuse Fuse following chart. 30 Amp Bat – Presafe #1/ Pink CM2200 30 Amp Bat –...
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Bat – Plg/Electric 25 Amp Bat – Sunroof/ Pink Brake Natural Skylight 40 Amp Bat – L/Bar/Off-Road 25 Amp TCM/Trans Range Green Natural 30 Amp Bat –...
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Bat – J1962 Diag/ 15 Amp Bat – NGC/EATX/ Mirrors Blue 10 Amp Bat – Ign Sw, WIN, 15 Amp Bat – CCN/Interior PASS Blue Light/SCM/Sw Bank...
Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp IOD-SDARS/VES 20 Amp IGN R/ACC-Pwr Blue 2–3/DVD/HFM/ Yellow Outlet #2 UGDO/Vanity Lamp 20 Amp IGN R/ACC/Bat-Pwr 10 Amp IOD-HVAC, U/Hood Yellow Outlet #3 Lamp 25 Amp ASD #1, #2...
Page 423: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we • When installing the totally integrated power mod- recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
Page 424: Replacement Bulbs
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer • When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully for replacement instructions. seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
Page 425: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 BULB REPLACEMENT Dual or Quad Headlamp/Front Park and Turn Signal – If Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the four plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house 10. Disconnect electrical connectors. splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to 11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary. disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front lamp unit housing.
Page 427: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 Fog Lamps – If Equipped Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing. 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ⁄ turn and remove the ing harness to the body. socket and bulb from housing. 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
Page 429: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Cab Top Clearance Lamps – If Equipped CAUTION! 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces.
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket ⁄ turn and pull it from the lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. assembly.
Page 431: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 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 432: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
430 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 433: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 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 435 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..434 Maintenance Schedule ....434 ▫ 5.7L Gas Engine ..... 434 ▫...
Page 436 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type 5.7L Gas Engine must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is the continued proper functioning of the emissions control time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Page 437 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 435 NOTE: referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Due” in “Under- time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil standing Your Instrument Panel” or under “Instrument if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer”...
Page 438 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 439 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437 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 440 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 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 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏...
Page 441 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 439 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or Schedule 30 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 442: Service Schedule
440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or Schedule 42 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 443 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441 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 444 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 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 72,000 miles (117 000 km). ❏...
Page 445 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or Schedule 66 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 446 444 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 447: Service Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 445 104,000 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 448 446 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 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 128,000 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 450 448 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 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 † 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 453: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......453 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 454 452 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 459 Publication Order Forms ....457 ▫...
Page 455: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 453 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 456: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
454 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (866) 726–4636 •...
Page 457: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 455 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 458: Warranty Information
456 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer 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 459: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 457 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 460 458 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
Page 461: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 459 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 462: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire ▫ Temperature Grades
460 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 463 INDEX...
Page 464 462 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..401 Alarm, Panic ......24 Adding Fuel .
Page 465 INDEX 463 Automatic Transmission Brake System ......298,404 Adding Fluid ......410 Anti-Lock (ABS) .
Page 466 464 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Warning ....75,327 Clock ......217,227 Cargo Light .
Page 467 INDEX 465 Inspection ......403 Disposal Points to Remember ....403 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 468 466 INDEX Tow Hooks ......377 Event Data Recorder ..... . 62 Towing .
Page 469 INDEX 467 Fluid Level Checks Tank Capacity ......429 Automatic Transmission ....409 Fuses .
Page 470 468 INDEX Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ....332 Heated Seats ......134 Guide, Body Builders .
Page 471 INDEX 469 Instrument Cluster ....182,184 Keys ....... . . 12 Instrument Panel and Controls .
Page 472 470 INDEX Bulb Replacement ....422,423 Low Fuel ......191 Cap Top Clearance .
Page 473 INDEX 471 Lubrication, Body ..... . . 395 Rearview ......83 Lug Nuts .
Page 474 472 INDEX Disposal ......390 Panic Alarm ......24 Filter .
Page 475 INDEX 473 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ....51 Reminder, Seat Belt ..... . . 50 Programmable Electronic Features .
Page 476 474 INDEX Safety, Exhaust Gas ..... . . 75 Heated ......134 Safety Information, Tire .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case Remote ......26 Neutral (N) .
Page 478 476 INDEX Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ..184 Radial ......315 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Towing Assistance ..... . . 105 Transmitter Battery Service Traction ......291 (Remote Keyless Entry) .
Page 480 478 INDEX Voice Recognition System (VR) ....121 Wheel Cover ......368 Voltmeter .
Page 481 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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