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Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
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Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions erating procedures that could result in a collision or are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for bodily injury.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 frame and underbody as well as the Automobile Infor- VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. 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.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ....22 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....28 WINDOWS ......46 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .83 (BeltAlert®) .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system ignition switch.
Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
Page 16: Key Fob
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob WIN Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 KIN Key Fob — If equipped This KIN Key Fob allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passen- ger compartment.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinder with either side up once the Start/Stop button has been removed. Removing Key Fob From Ignition Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an automatic transmission).
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: CAUTION! • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if • If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up Key Fob will become locked in the ignition. to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the •...
Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking in a location accessible to children, and do not brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and push leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with ignition button to place ignition in OFF position.
Page 21: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Key-In-Ignition Reminder SENTRY KEY® Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 22: Replacement Keys
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE During normal operation, after turning on the ignition CAUTION! switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Page 23: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- CAUTION! tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Customer Key Programming tended.
Page 24: Vehicle Security Alarm
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Rearming Of The System by the party responsible for compliance could void the The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 user’s authority to operate the equipment. additional minutes of headlights and Vehicle Security Light flashing, if the system has not been disabled.
Page 25: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Disarm The System Security System Manual Override Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door. If something The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, doors using the manual door lock plunger.
Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock all doors, tailgate, and the RamBox® (if equipped) as well as tesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approxi- the “Dome ON”...
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Key Fob With Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Key Fob With RKE Transmitter Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (IGNM) Fob (KIN)
Page 28: Remote Unlock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio, Remote Unlock The Doors refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE (EVIC)/ Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door.
Page 29: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Flash Lamps With Remote Key Lock To Lock The Doors This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors, the tailgate and the RamBox®...
Page 30: Using The Panic Alarm
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter NOTE: while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition Security Alarm System.
Page 31: Rke Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Vehicle) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 RKE Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Cancelling Remote Lowering Vehicle) — If Equipped Vehicle lowering can be cancelled at anytime. When vehicle lowering is cancelled, the vehicle will raise up to For easy entry and loading, your vehicle can be the next defined level and lock out the remote lowering lowered by pressing the Key Fob air suspen-...
Page 32: Transmitter Battery Replacement
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Emergency Key Removal Remove Screw From Transmitter Case 2. Separating RKE halves requires screw removal – if equipped, and gently prying the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Separating Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Transmitter Separating Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Transmitter Case Case 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery.
Page 35: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause proved by the party responsible for compliance could battery deterioration.
Page 36: How To Use Remote Start
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Battery at an acceptable charge level NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • RKE PANIC button not pressed transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • Fuel meets minimum requirement •...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Press and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 38 36 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 39: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deactivated through the Uconnect® System. For more information on Remote Start Comfort System operation refer ”Customer Programmable Features” “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel”.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is • Do not leave children or animals inside parked dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 41: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Power Door Locks — If Equipped accidentally locking your Key Fob in the vehicle. Remov- ing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim operate.
Page 42: Child-Protection Door Lock
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — If Child-Protection Door Lock Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in the The Automatic Doors Unlock feature can be enabled or rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle disabled as follows: have the Child-Protection Door Lock system.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade WARNING! screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks. When Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be Remember that the rear doors can only be opened opened by using the outside door handle even if the...
Page 44: Keyless Enter-N-Go
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle is unlocked by the Passive Entry Door KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ Handle, and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a security alarm.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all doors automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 48: Windows
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS the front passenger door for passenger window control and on the rear doors of the Quad Cab and Crew Cab Power Windows — If Equipped models. The windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN or ACC position, and for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until a front door is opened.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Continued) (4-Door Models Driver And Front Passenger Door particularly unattended children, can become en- Only) — If Equipped trapped by the windows while operating the power Lift the window switch fully upward to the second window switches.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during the Reset Auto-Up auto-closure, it will reverse direction and then go back Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch may need to be reset.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Window LOCKOUT Switch (4–Door Models Only) The window LOCKOUT switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the rear passenger doors. To disable the window controls on the rear passenger doors, press the window LOCK button into the latched or down position.
Page 52: Wind Buffeting
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts may incorporate pretensioners that Wind Buffeting may enhance occupant protection by managing occu- Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pant energy during an impact event pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the •...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Please pay close attention to the information in this Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the section. It tells you how to use your restraint system risk of harm from a deploying air bag: properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as 1.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be shoulder belts properly. secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 3.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work also need room to inflate.
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belts
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even Lap/Shoulder Belts on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver All seating positions except the Quad Cab®, Mega Cab® and cause a collision that includes you.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or belts are designed to go around the large bones of outside of a vehicle.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. up on the shoulder belt.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Regular Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position...
Page 64: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure WARNING! Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ • If the black latch and black buckle are not properly shoulder belt. connected when the seat belt is used by an occu- 1.
Page 65: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be you will prefer a higher position.
Page 66: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For Quad Cab®, Mega Cab® and Crew Cab Only WARNING! Driver Center Passenger • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down First Row Cinch and under the belt in a collision.
Page 67: Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode ALR and is being used for normal usage: Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably this feature.
Page 68: Energy Management Feature
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 69: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. BeltAlert® can be enabled or disabled by your autho- Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire rized dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened. deactivating BeltAlert®.
Page 70: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened.
Page 72: Air Bag System Components
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Steering Wheel and Column This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced • Instrument Panel protection for an occupant during a side impact. The •...
Page 73: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags may provide deploys independently;...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the seat belt WARNING! restraint system. Occupants, including children who are • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right up against or very close to SAB or SABIC air bags can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 77: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front including the severity and type of collision. Advanced Air Bags work with the knee impact bolsters to provide Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of improved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light away from an inflating air bag.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you if you are not seated properly, or if items are inflates. This especially applies to children. The side positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This curtain air bag is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when especially applies to children.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate the communication network remains intact, and the immediately after deployment.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, •...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 84: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
Page 85: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened;...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Older Children And Child Restraints All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a Children who are two years old or who have outgrown belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- fit properly.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats WARNING! (Continued) Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward over the front of the seat when their back is against the because it can loosen the child restraint attach-...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the WARNING! child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit peri- Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an odically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints — Quad Cab®/Crew Cab Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints — Standard Cab, Mega Cab® Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Quad Cab®/Crew Cab Full Bench Standard Cab Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Quad Cab®/Mega Cab®/Crew Cab Split Bench Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Quad Cab®/Crew Cab What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Mega Cab®/Standard Cab What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Locating The LATCH Anchorages — Quad Cab®/Mega Cab®/Crew Cab The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, Regular Cab models have tether strap anchorages behind the front center and right seats. Quad Cab®, Mega Cab® and Crew Cab models have tether strap anchorages lo- cated behind each of the rear seats.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center Seat LATCH —...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Center Seat LATCH — Quad Cab®/Mega To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint Cab®/Crew Cab Split Bench 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat the seat belt webbing or buckle for the outboard position, belt following the instructions below.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position.
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor or child restraint.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Quad Cab®/Mega Cab®/Crew Cab Standard Cab...
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Quad Cab®/Crew Cab What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a restraint, up to the recommended weight...
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Mega Cab®/Standard Cab What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) The Tether Anchor can be used with the seat weight of the child restraint) for using the belt until the combined weight of the child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) against the child seat. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating 5.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the lap portion around the child restraint while you push belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the child restraint rearward and downward into the trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage Regular and Mega Cab® Trucks: In the regular cab truck, the top tether anchorages are located behind the center and right passenger seats. In the mega cab truck, the top tether anchorages are located behind each rear seating position.
Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchorage and the child seat. The tether strap should go between the head restraint posts underneath the head restraint. You may need to adjust the head restraint to the upward position to pass the tether strap underneath the head restraint and be- tween its posts.
Page 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Right or Left Outboard Seats: WARNING! 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. bag.
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behind the child seat, though the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the center tether strap loop. Tether Strap Loop With Center Head Restraint In Raised Position 2.
Page 117 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see NOTE: If there are child seats in both of the outboard (left diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the and right) seating positions, the tether strap hooks of child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 118 116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Center Seat: 2. Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back, under the 1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear head restraint, through the tether strap loop behind seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop.
Page 119 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop And Attached To Outboard Tether Strap Loop 4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop (see diagram).
Page 120 118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Three Child Restraints: 1. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat. Route the tether straps following the directions for right and left seating positions, above. 2. Attach both hooks to the center tether strap loop, but do not tighten the straps yet.
Page 121: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 119 Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses WARNING! or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
Page 122: Safety Tips
120 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 123: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 121 Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 124: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
122 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the Vehicle light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for...
Page 125 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 126: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
124 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 127: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ... .142 MIRRORS ......132 ▫...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped ..149 ▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat ....166 ▫...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ....175 ▫ Windshield Washers ....181 ▫...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Accelerate For Passing ....192 ▫ ParkSense® Warning Display ... . .203 ▫...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 ▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ..218 ▫ Sunshade Operation....226 ▫...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE ......236 FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED . .246 ▫...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 EASY-OFF TAILGATE ....265 TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED..268 ▫ Disconnecting the Rear Camera or Remote Keyless ▫...
Page 134: Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. NOTE: • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve rear view viewing.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Assist Call 9-1-1 Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button 1. Press the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror. which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call port:...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Indication that the occupant placed a 9-1-1 Call. 5. The 9-1-1 operator may attempt to contact appropriate emergency responders and provide them with impor- • The vehicle brand. tant vehicle information and GPS coordinates. •...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! (Continued) Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 • The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi- Call system capabilities. cle’s electrical system. Do not add aftermarket electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys- 9-1-1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and tem.
Page 139 • Operator error by the 9-1-1 operator. Even if the 9-1-1 Call system is fully functional, factors • Wireless network congestion. beyond Chrysler Group LLC’s control may prevent or • Weather. stop the 9-1-1 Call system operation. These include, but are not limited to, the following factors: •...
Page 140: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View wireless and GPS antennas. You could prevent wireless Camera Display — If Equipped and GPS signal reception, which can prevent your vehicle A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle.
Page 141: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
Page 142: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature CAUTION! All outside mirrors are designed to be able to be manu- It is recommended to fold the mirrors into the full ally folded both forward and rearward to prevent dam- rearward position to resist damage when entering a age.
Page 143: Power Folding Outside Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, this If the mirror is manually folded after electrically cycled, feature can be programmed through the Uconnect® a potential extra button push is required to get the system.
Page 144: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Resetting the Power Folding Outside Mirrors Power Mirrors — If Equipped You may need to reset the power folding mirrors if the The controls for the power mirrors are located on the following occurs: driver’s door trim panel.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move Power Mirror Controls 1 — Mirror Select Buttons Power Mirror Movement 2 —...
Page 146: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. feature can be activated whenever you turn on the To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing rear window defroster (if equipped).
Page 147: Slide-On-Rod" Features Of Sun Visor - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it.
Page 148: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror extra-wide loads.
Page 149: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 SEATS outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion. There are two power seat switches that are used to control the move- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the ment of the seat cushion and the seatback. vehicle.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat 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 151: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Some models are equipped with a six-way power pas- • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the senger seat. The power seat switch is located on the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your outboard side of the seat.
Page 152: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats On some models, the front and rear seats may be may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Front Heated Seats When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes The front heated seats control buttons are located on the of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the center instrument panel below the climate controls.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Rear Heated Seats On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped On models that are equipped with remote start, the with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these heated seats can be programed to come on during a seats are located on the rear of the center console.
Page 155: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 NOTE: Ventilated Seats — If Equipped • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within Located in the seat cushion are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and pull air through two to five minutes.
Page 156: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped seats to operate. Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start cushion at the front edge of each seat.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 While sitting in the seat, pull up on the handle and slide Dump Feature (Manual Recline Seat Only) — the seat forward or backward. Release the bar once you Standard Cab have reached the desired position. Then, using body Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback to pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be swing (dump) forward on manual recliner seats.
Page 158: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. On some models the back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compartment.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) —...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat — If Equipped Both the outboard rear seats will drop and move forward when the seatback is folded flat. WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To fold either rear seat flat: WARNING! (Continued) 1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of either • Cargo must be securely tied down before driving of the rear seats. your vehicle. Improperly secured cargo can fly around in a sudden stop or collision and strike someone in the vehicle, causing serious injury or death.
Page 162: Head Restraints
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An improperly latched seat could cause serious in- jury or death. Make sure that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 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 164: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The head restraints should only be removed by quali- fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- rized dealer. DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch.
Page 165: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 The memory seat buttons are located on the outboard Programming The Memory Feature side of the drivers seat cushion. NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the following: Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go 1.
Page 166: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory 1. Insert the ignition Key Fob, and turn the ignition Your RKE transmitters can be programmed to recall one switch to the ON/RUN position.
Page 167: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your ing: memory settings by following steps 1-4 above and press- ing the UNLOCK button (instead of LOCK) on the RKE 1.
Page 168: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver Two Memory Position Recall Easy Entry/Exit Seat • To recall the memory setting for driver two using the This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the memory switch, press MEMORY button number 2 on vehicle.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with Entry and Easy Exit position. Keyless Enter-N-Go™), the driver seat will move to a NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when position 0.3 in (7.7 mm) forward of the rear stop if the...
Page 170: To Open And Close The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released. before raising the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. Safety Latch Location (1500 Series Shown) Hood Release...
Page 171: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 LIGHTS CAUTION! The headlight switch is located on the left side of the To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center light switch controls the operation of the headlights, of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 172: Headlights
170 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- tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens switch clockwise to the headlight position.
Page 173: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- lights will turn on in the Automatic Mode. Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position.
Page 174: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, this Headlight Delay feature can be programmed through the Electronic Ve- To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a hicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 175: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If turned on or off using the Electronic Vehicle Informa- Equipped tion Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system (EVIC)”...
Page 176: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
174 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 177: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after high beam is selected.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. The brightness of the instrument panel as well as the ambient lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control right (brighter) or left (dimmer).
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pressing on the corresponding lens. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 180: Cargo Light
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Cargo Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The cargo lights are turned on by pressing on the cargo feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- button. ity of the floor console area.
Page 181: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 182: Lane Change Assist
180 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 183: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range.
Page 184: Mist Feature
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE depressed while in the delay range, the wiper will WARNING! (Continued) operate for several seconds after the washer knob is the windshield during freezing weather, warm the released. It will then resume the intermittent interval windshield with the defroster before and during previously selected.
Page 185: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least This feature senses moisture on the windshield and sensitive, and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensi- automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
Page 186: Tilt Steering Column
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are following conditions: not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 187: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 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. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The heated steering wheel control button is located on Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start the center of the instrument panel below the climate On models that are equipped with remote start, the controls. heated steering wheel can be programed to come on If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the heated during a remote start.
Page 189: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, seat position.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Ad- justable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”. NOTE: • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel.
Page 191: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the CAUTION! right side of the steering wheel. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls.
Page 192: To Activate
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 193: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 194: To Accelerate For Passing
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will To Decrease Speed continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 195: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or WARNING! disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 196: Parksense® Warning Display
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (150 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen, this direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- feature can be programmed through the Electronic Ve- tion of the obstacle.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Single 1/2 Second Tone Slow Tone...
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 200: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® The ParkSense® switch LED will be ON when ParkSense® is disabled or defective. The ParkSense® ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the switch LED will be OFF when the system is enabled. ParkSense®...
Page 201: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condi- Cleaning The ParkSense® System tion, the EVIC will display the PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap ABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS or the PARKSENSE UN- and a soft cloth.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE system misinterpreting a close obstacle as a sensor position and ParkSense® is turned off, the instrument problem, causing the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE cluster will display PARKSENSE OFF message for as SERVICE REQUIRED message to be displayed in the long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when an obstacle is detected.
Page 204: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST ParkSense® operating speed. The system will become — IF EQUIPPED active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 6 mph (9 km/h). The ParkSense®...
Page 205: Parksense® Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 ParkSense® Warning Display Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. The ParkSense® Warning screen is located within the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides ParkSense® Display visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear The warning display will turn ON indicating the system fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/bumper and the de- status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79...
Page 207: Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear ParkSense® ParkSense® will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when an Front ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the obstacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and Front ParkSense®...
Page 208: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the Front Service The ParkSense® Park Assist System or Rear system is disabled, the EVIC will display the During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® System FRONT PARKSENSE OFF or REAR PARKSENSE OFF has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster message for five seconds, followed by a car graphic with...
Page 209: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 arc alerts will interrupt the PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- If the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE- ABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS , PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- QUIRED message appears in the EVIC, see an autho- ABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS , or PARKSENSE UN- rized dealer.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you turn Front or Rear ParkSense® off, the Failure to do so can result in the system not working instrument cluster will display “FRONT PARKSENSE properly. The ParkSense® system might not detect an OFF”...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to • Drivers must be careful when backing up even recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure detected at all.
Page 212: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- Back Up Camera that allows you to see a image of the bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera The following table shows the approximate distances for delay turned ON), The rear camera image will be dis- each zone: played for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of RE- Zones Distance to the rear of VERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph...
Page 214: Overhead Console - If Equipped
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 215: Courtesy/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 • Power Sliding Rear Window Switch — If Equipped door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (full right position), or when the • Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped.
Page 216: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 217: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Ensure your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
Page 218: Programming A Rolling Code
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is cm) away from the HomeLink®...
Page 220: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Programming A Non-Rolling Code repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured erase the channels. before 1995. Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 1.
Page 221: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink® button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do • It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in some cases not release the button.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling NOTE: process to prevent possible overheating of the garage • It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in some cases door or gate motor.
Page 223: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Security To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn follow these steps: in your vehicle. To erase the channels press and hold the two outside 1.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener WARNING! to complete the training for a Rolling Code. Your motorized door or gate will open and close • Did you unplug the device for programming and while you are programming the universal trans- remember to plug it back in? ceiver.
Page 225: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 General Information NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- two conditions: pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 226: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or console between the courtesy/reading lights. with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
Page 227: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any position.
Page 228: Pinch Protect Feature
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is sunroof will automatically retract.
Page 229: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Sunroof Maintenance ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide the glass panel. power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter”...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Lower left and lower right of the center stack when The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations: equipped with a bench seat. CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 • Center console when equipped with bucket seats. • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment — if equipped. Power Outlet — Center Console Power Outlet — Upper Lid...
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Rear of the center console storage compartment — All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be Quad Cab® or Crew Cab. removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Page 233: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 234: Power Inverter - If Equipped
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
Page 235: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
Page 236: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab® Mounted Shifter Quad Cab® vehicles may be equipped with a rear For vehicles equipped with bucket seats there are two cupholder that consists of two cup wells for rear passen- cupholders located in the floor console.
Page 237: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab Crew Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passenger Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders convenience.
Page 238: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Storage
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area. Glove Compartment 1 — Upper Glove Compartment 2 — Lower Glove Compartment...
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 To open the upper glove compartment push upward on To open the lower glove compartment, pull on the handle the handle release. The glove compartment door will to release the latch and lower the glove compartment automatically open.
Page 240: Door Storage
238 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 241: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 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 armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle provides an armrest and contains both and upper and operation, or a collision.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Bin With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to WARNING! open the lower storage bin. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision.
Page 243: Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped To open in-floor storage bin, lift upward on the handle of the latch and open the lid. In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second row seats and can be used for extra storage.
Page 244: Seatback Storage
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 245: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Storage and Seats (Crew Cab) CAUTION! The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under Always lift the storage compartment lids by using the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com- the handle.
Page 246: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab REAR WINDOW FEATURES Models) Rear Window Defroster Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind The rear window defroster button is located on the rear seat.
Page 247: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 248: Manual Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped Unfolding the Load Floor A locking device in the center of the window helps to 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor. 3.
Page 250: Pickup Box
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed for utility and convenience. Load Floor Securing Straps 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in the secured down position before you operate the vehicle. Pick Up Box Features 1 —...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 NOTE: If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or WARNING! (Continued) Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box, you must • Care should always be exercised when operating a use Mopar Box Reinforcement Brackets that are available vehicle with unrestrained cargo.
Page 252: Cargo Camera - If Equipped
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side NOTE: If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph bulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheel (13 km/h), the cargo camera image will be displayed housings.
Page 253: Rambox® - If Equipped
The cargo storage bins provide watertight, lockable, Cargo Camera Soft-Key illuminated storage for up to 150 lbs (68 kg) for 1500 NOTE: The Cargo Camera image may be deactivated by series vehicles or 300 lbs (136 kg) for 2500 and 3500 series touching the Uconnect®...
Page 254 • Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) 1500 series vehicles or 300 lbs (136 kg) for 2500 and 3500 series vehicles per bin. To open a storage bin with the RamBox® unlocked, press and release the button located on the lid.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 RamBox® Pushbutton And Lock RamBox® Light Switch The interior of the RamBox® will automatically illumi- CAUTION! nate when the lid is opened. In addition to the automatic illumination switch, there is a manual on/off switch Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time located at the rear of each storage bin.
Page 256: Locking And Unlocking Rambox
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the storage bin, insert the key into the keyhole on the CAUTION! (Continued) pushbutton and turn clockwise to lock or counterclock- it is recommended that the bin lights be turned off wise to unlock. Always return the key to the upright manually using the on/off switch.
Page 257: Rambox® Safety Warning
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 RamBox® Safety Warning RamBox® Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever — If Equipped Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: As a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release is built into the storage bin cover latching mecha- WARNING! nism.
Page 258: Bed Extender - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark lever release the extender side gates.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 2. With the side gates open, position the extender fully forward in the bed against the front panel. Cargo Tie Down Loop 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position. Storage Position 3.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Divider Position The divider position is intended for managing your cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around the bed. There are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for various positions to assist in managing your cargo.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Center Handle And Lock Aligning Gate To Slots 3. Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends 1 — Center Handle Lock are secured into the intended slots of the bed. 2 —...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE additional cargo room is needed. The extender position utilizes a locating pin and rotating handle located on both sides of the truck bed near the tailgate. Side Gates Closed 5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel into place. Extender Position Extender Position The extender position allows you to load the bed of the...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 2. Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure center handle vertically in order to release the ex- into place. tender side gates. 3.
Page 264: Bed Rail Tie-Down System
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bed Rail Tie-Down System WARNING! CAUTION! To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage: The maximum load per cleat should not exceed • Cargo must be secured. 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of the load on each cleat •...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 out on the cleat and slide it to the detent nearest the desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the detent and tighten the nut. Adjustable Cleats Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents, along either rail, in order to keep cargo properly secure.
Page 266: Slide-In Campers
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end SLIDE-IN CAMPERS cap screw located in the center of the end cap, using a Camper Applications #T30 Torx® head driver. Remove the end cap and slide Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in the cleat off the end of the rail.
Page 267: Easy-Off Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 EASY-OFF TAILGATE Disconnecting the Rear Camera or Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed. 1. Open the tailgate to access the rear camera or RKE connector bracket located on the rear sill.
Page 268: Removing The Tailgate
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the glove box) to the tailgate wiring harness to ensure that the terminals do not corrode. 6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the forward-facing surface of the tailgate. This will pre- vent damaging the connector and bracket when stor- ing or reinstalling the tailgate.
Page 269: Locking Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle. NOTE: Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box. WARNING! To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers”...
Page 270: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tri-Fold Tonneau To remove the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps: Cover which consists of different features: 1.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 2. Pull down on the first set of clamps on both driver and passenger sides to the semi clamped position. Proper Released Position NOTE: Be sure the clamp and clamp wire is in the proper released position.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pick up on the tonneau cover and fold it back into the second panel. 5. Pick up on the cover and fold it back into the third panel. 6. Once in the third panel position pull down on the second set of clamps on both driver and passenger sides to the semi clamped position.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Semi Clamped Position Proper Released Position 7. Pull down on the clamp wire and push the clamp up 8. Be sure to clip both stowage straps together to insure into the proper released position. the cover stays together.
Page 274: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation To install the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps: 1. Position the folded Tonneau Cover on the truck bed and push the Cover forward against the front of the truck bed.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 3. Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box (or flange of Ram Box rail, if equipped) to the semi clamped position. Stowed Position Semi Clamped Position...
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Push clamp handles upward to the clamped position NOTE: Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not par- to properly engage the clamps. tially clamped to the truck bed flange. Clamped Position Improper Clamp Position...
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 5. Disengage the stowage straps. 7. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover. 6. Unfold Tonneau Cover to the intermediate position. NOTE: The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau Cover is in this position. Fully Unfolded Position Intermediate Position (Vehicle Cannot Be Driven)
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Pull down on the second set of clamp handles to 9. Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box (or release the clamps from the stowed position. flange of Ram Box rail, if equipped) to the semi clamped position.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 10. Push clamp handles upward to the clamped position NOTE: Once clamped, be sure the clamps are not par- to properly engage the clamps. tially clamped to the truck bed flange. Clamped Position Improper Clamp Position...
Page 280: Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Tonneau Cover clamps can be locked when in the CAUTION! clamped position by placing a lock through the locking hole. It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure can result in detachment of the Tonneau Cover from the vehicle and/or damage to the vehicle/Tonneau Cover.
Page 281: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..281 Messages ......318 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .357 Equipped ......367 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —...
Page 283: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Gear Selector/Transfer Case Position Switch — If Equipped 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet — If Equipped 14 — Ignition Switch 3 —...
Page 284: Instrument Cluster - Midline
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — MIDLINE...
Page 285: Instrument Cluster - Premium
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 286: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is 1. Tachometer not functioning and that service is required. However, The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions the conventional brake system will continue to operate Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 testing the light will come on when the ignition is first CAUTION! (Continued) turned on and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 converter damage and power loss will soon occur. seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the Immediate service is required.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: NOTE: The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various engine temperatures. This cycling operation is • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn heater system.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake sary. System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition WARNING! has been corrected.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is 8. Seat Belt Reminder Light detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light When the ignition switch is first turned to inspected by an authorized dealer. ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to The light also will turn on when the parking brake is eight seconds as a bulb check.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 10. Oil Pressure Gauge — If Equipped 13. Cargo Light — If Equipped The pointer should always indicate some oil pres- The cargo light will illuminate when the cargo sure when the engine is running. A continuous high or light is activated by pressing the cargo light low reading under normal driving conditions may indi- button on the headlight switch.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also Equipped reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should be checked monthly when cold and tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 of reasons, including the installation of replacement or NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the Tire” message in the odometer (Base Cluster), or in the TPMS from functioning properly.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- 22. TOW/HAUL played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle The TOW HAUL button is located on the center Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic stack upper switch bank.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 NOTE: The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Electric Power Steering Malfunction Warning Light WARNING! This telltale is on when the Electric Power A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or Steering is not operating and needs service. others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 If the light remains lit with the engine running, your 30. Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Lamp – If vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- Equipped rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is This light will illuminate when the air suspension system flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is is set to the Off-Road 2 setting.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 32. 4WD AUTO Indicator Light — If Equipped 33. 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive auto mode, and the front the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and axle is engaged, but the vehicle’s power is sent...
Page 299: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC Menu items consists of the following: (EVIC) • Digital Speedometer The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle Info tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu and sub- menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
Page 301: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • SELECT/RIGHT Arrow Button Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays — 3.5” Display Press and release the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button to access/select the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item. Press and hold the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected fea- tures that can be reset.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control SET The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of seven sections: This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET. For further information, 1.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator CAUTION! This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind- shield washer fluid is low. Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. •...
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Protection Mode will automatically be selected in order fuel filters to prevent engine damage. Refer to “Mainte- to “protect” the air suspension system, air suspension nance Procedures/Draining Fuel/Water Separator Fil- adjustment is limited due to payload. ters”...
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Charging System Light 6. EVIC Red Telltales • Door Ajar This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while This light will turn on to indicate that one or driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential more doors may be ajar.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is pass H, a continuous chime will occur until the engine is placed in the PARK position.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the This telltale is on when the Trailer Brake has condition that activated it remains active) and can be been disconnected.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Five Second Unstored Messages Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE message takes control of the main display area for five START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 2. Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”. next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the 3.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select 4. Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select “Reset”, then press and release the Right arrow button “Reset”, then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life to 100%.
Page 311: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the Displays — 7” Display cluster and consists of eight sections: 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. 4WD Status as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this 9. Selectable Gauge 2 message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” 10.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Five Second Unstored Messages • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind- message takes control of the main display area for five shield washer fluid is low.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Protection Mode will automatically be selected in order CAUTION! to “protect” the air suspension system, air suspension adjustment is limited due to payload. Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause •...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Oil Pressure Warning Light EVIC White Telltales • Electronic Speed Control Ready This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut This light will turn on when the electronic off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is the charging system light remains on, it means that the placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging If the light remains lit with the engine running, your system.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and EVIC Green Telltales stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, • Electronic Speed Control SET shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- This telltale will illuminate green when the hicle.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) 2.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the Oil Life Reset ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
Page 320: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 2.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Service Antilock Brake System • Battery Voltage Low • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Service Power Steering • Lights On • Cruise Off • Right Turn Signal Light Out •...
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote Start Aborted Door Open • Shift Not Allowed • Remote Start Aborted Hood Open • Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse • Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open • Autostick Unavailable Service Required •...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Service Air Suspension System • Air Suspension Temporarily Disabled For Jacking And Tire Change • Normal Ride Height Achieved • Battery Low Start Engine To Change Ride Height • Aerodynamic Ride Height Achieved • Stop/Start Ready – If Equipped •...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Stop/Start Not Ready Extreme Outside Temperature – • Stop/Start Not Ready Front Defrost Selected – If If Equipped Equipped • Stop/Start Not Ready Engine Temperature Too High – • Stop/Start Not Ready Steering Wheel Turned – If If Equipped Equipped •...
Page 325: Evic Selectable Menu Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Stop/Start To Restart Shift Out Of Park – If Equipped Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) • Stop/Start Off – If Equipped Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Autostop Duration – If Equipped button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the in the EVIC.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tire Pressure Monitoring System (1500 & 2500 Series) Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset. Press and release the LEFT arrow button to return Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until to the main menu.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Hold the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button to reset all the Fuel Economy information. Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Trip B button until the Fuel Economy icon is highlighted. Press and release Up & Down arrow button until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the EVIC.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trailer Tow Screen Setup Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trailer Tow icon is highlighted. button until the Screen Setup display icon is Press the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button and highlighted in the EVIC.
Page 329: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Press and release the SELECT/RIGHT arrow button to Features) Enter Vehicle Settings Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the For vehicles equipped a 3.5” EVIC screen following choices. Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Units Park Assist System — If Equipped Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. The the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) can position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 button until a check-mark appears next to the feature feature showing the system has been activated or the showing the system has been activated or the check-mark check-mark is removed showing the system has been is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL highlighted, then press and release the SELECT button showing the system has been activated or the check-mark until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing is removed showing the system has been deactivated. that the setting has been selected. Refer to “Automatic High Beam —...
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the feature showing the system has been activated, or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is selected, all of Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 335 Key-Off Power Delay Aero Ride Height Mode (1500 Only) – If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Transport Mode – If Equipped the feature showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been When this feature is selected the air suspension system is deactivated. disabled to assist with flat bed towing. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until a Lights with Remote Lower –...
Page 337: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark next to the setting, showing that the setting has been appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has selected.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temp (default setting) • Compass (default setting) • Trans Temp • Outside Temp • Oil Temp • Trans Temp • Time • Oil Temp • Range To Empty (RTE) • Time • Average MPG •...
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Compass Lower Left • None (default setting) • Outside Temp • Compass • Trans Temp • Outside Temp • Oil Temp • Trans Temp • Time • Oil Temp • Range • Time • AVG MPG •...
Page 340: Uconnect® Settings
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® SETTINGS Press the Screen Off hard-key to turn off the Uconnect® screen. Press the Screen Off hard-key a second time to The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and turn the screen on. hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer Press the Back hard-key to exit out of a Menu or certain...
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Display Mode Comfort & Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth® and SiriusXM Setup. When in this display you may select one of the auto NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a display settings.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Language • Voice Response Length When in this display, you may select one of three When in this display, you may change the Voice Re- languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip sponse Length settings.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 designated turn within a programmed route. To make Clock your selection, touch the “Navigation Turn-By-Turn In After pressing the “Clock” soft-key the following settings Cluster” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the will be available: setting, showing that setting has been selected.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes • Park Assist When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind “Sync with GPS Time” soft-key must be unchecked. To the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- make your selection, touch the “+”...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • ParkView® Camera Delay REVERSE. To make your selection, touch the “Tilt Mir- rors In Reverse” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next When this feature is enabled, it will allow the ParkView to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch Backup Camera display to remain on while in drive for the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView® Backup Camera Active Guidelines Gridlines” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see menu.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • ParkSense® Front Park Assist Chime Volume • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers Front Park Assist chime volume settings can be selected When this feature is selected, the system will automati- from the EVIC or Uconnect® System (if equipped). The cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and on the windshield.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is highlighted, There are four air suspension modes designed to protect then press and release the SELECT button until a check- the system in unique situations.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your selection, touch the Headlights With Wipers soft- When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing whenever the engine is running.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Doors & Locks setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. After pressing the Doors & Locks soft-key the following • Flash Lamps With Lock settings will be available: •...
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Sound Horn With Remote Start NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL return to the previous menu. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N- Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” • Memory To FOB — If Equipped button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to...
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Engine Off Power Delay temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When tempera- tures are above 80° F (26.7° C), the driver vented seat will When this feature is selected, the power window turn on. To make your selection, press the “Auto Heated switches, radio, Uconnect®...
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Settings — If Equipped After pressing the “Compass Settings” soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available: • Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 also calibrate the compass by pressing the “ON” soft-key NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL directly on the desired setting.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To make your selection, touch the “AUX Volume Match” release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the back next to the setting, showing that the setting has been arrow soft-key.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Sound Horn With Remote Lower press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will been selected.
Page 358 When Warnings Only is selected only the Air • Transport Mode Suspension Warnings will be displayed. • Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only) When this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed towing. Touch the box...
Page 359: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 SiriusXM Setup Touch the “Subscription Info” soft-key to access the Subscription Information screen. After pressing the “SIRIUS” Setup soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 360: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple- ment Manual.
Page 361: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 The button located in the center of the right hand control CD Player will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next sources.
Page 362: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ing the disc. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 4.
Page 363: Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen — If Equipped The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Blower Control NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the OFF position. There are four blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air Temperature Control forced through the system in any...
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Air Conditioning Operation NOTE: A/C cannot be deselected when in MAX A/C position. The LED will blink three times if the A/C button is pushed. If your air conditioning performance Push the A/C button to engage the Air seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C Conditioning (A/C).
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Panel Mode Floor Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- Air is directed through the floor outlets with a ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct small amount through the defrost and side win- airflow.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Defrost Mode block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust, and to cool the interior rapidly upon initial start-up in very hot or humid weather. Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use the DEFROST mode NOTE: with maximum blower and warm temperature settings •...
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- Economy Mode ing the mode control selection by pressing the A/C If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to button. turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor. Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem- Air Outlets perature.
Page 369: Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen - If
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If Soft-Keys Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the radio touchscreen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys are located below the radio touchscreen. Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Climate Controls — Hard-Keys...
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-Keys And 3. Recirculation Button Soft-Keys) Press and release to change the current setting; the 1. MAX A/C Button indicator illuminates when ON. Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the 4.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear 6. Modes window defroster is on. The rear window defroster The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air automatically turns off after 10 minutes. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demister outlets and defrost outlets.
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 7. Blower Control ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air warmer air from the floor outlets. forced through the climate system.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 8. Climate Control OFF Button Recirculation Control Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control When outside air contains smoke, odors, or ON/OFF. high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, 9. Temperature Control Down Button you may wish to recirculate interior air by Push the button for cooler temperature settings.
Page 374: Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen - If Equipped
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen — Soft-Keys If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen. Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-Keys...
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off. 2. A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Front Defrost Button CAUTION! Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- the heating elements: ture is ON.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 7. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button 9. SYNC Provides the passenger with independent temperature Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is control. Push the hard-key button for warmer tempera- enabled.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Key direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting from these outlets. and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 • Mix Mode 14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button Air comes from the floor, defrost and side Provides the driver with independent temperature con- window demist outlets. This mode works best trol. Push the hard-key button for warmer temperature in cold or snowy conditions.
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric Automatic Operation units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable 1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button on the feature. Refer to the “Uconnect® System Settings” in Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
Page 381: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 hard key a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) is recommended. LED and allow outside air into the vehicle. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for proper coolant selection. NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging.
Page 382: Window Fogging And Frosting
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility Outside Air Intake of compressor damage when the system is started again. Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Window Fogging and Frosting collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, can cause Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of the glass in...
Page 383: Operating Tips Chart
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 385: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Automatic Mode ..... .395 STARTING PROCEDURES ....390 ▫...
Page 386 — IF EQUIPPED ..... . .459 ▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — 1500 Models ▫ Description ......459 Only (If Equipped) .
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 ▫ Operation ......469 ▫ Vehicle Recovery ..... .487 ▫...
Page 388 ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) — If Equipped ..528 POWER STEERING — 1500 MODELS ..518 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped ..529 POWER STEERING —...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN)...542 ▫ Life Of Tire ......559 ▫...
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....584 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....577 ▫...
Page 391 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ... . .591 ▫ 1500 Models Only .....612 ▫...
Page 392: Starting Procedures
390 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or The starter should not be operated for more than 15- move the vehicle.
Page 393: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Automatic Transmission Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or PARK. Apply the brake before shifting into any driving This feature allows the driver to oper- range. ate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to 3. If the shift lever/gear selector is not in PARK, the the engine starting, press the button again. ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds or three short presses in a row with the NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine vehicle speed above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine...
Page 395: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of NEUTRAL Position) an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Page 396: After Starting
394 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not WARNING! have enough power to continue running when the igni- • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into tion button/key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to the floor.
Page 397: Stop/Start System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following Must Occur: The Stop/Start function is developed to save fuel and reduce emissions. The system will stop the engine auto- 1. The system must be in STOP/START READY state. A matically during a vehicle stop if the required conditions STOP/START READY message will be displayed in are met.
Page 398: Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Auto Stop
396 STARTING AND OPERATING • Engine has not reached normal operating temperature Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not AUTO STOP • Battery discharged Prior to engine shut down, the system will check many • The transmission is not in DRIVE safety and comfort conditions to see if they are fulfilled.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 • The emissions system requires it restart. During this transition the brakes will hold the vehicle to avoid undesired vehicle movement. • A STOP/START system error occurs Conditions that will cause the engine to start automati- Conditions that force an automatic shift to PARK while cally while in Autostop mode.
Page 400: To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System
398 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK message, or a STOP/START KEY START RE- QUIRED message, to indicate which action is required. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System 1.
Page 401: To Manually Turn On The Stop Start System
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 3. At the next vehicle stop (after turning off the STOP/ System Malfunction START system) the engine will not be stopped. If there is a malfunction in the STOP/START system, the system will not shut down the engine. A SERVICE 4.
Page 402: Automatic Transmission
400 STARTING AND OPERATING 1500 Models WARNING! The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on Remember to disconnect the engine block heater the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt assembly.
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If speed.
Page 404: Key Ignition Park Interlock
402 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 405: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF In 8-speed vehicles, the brake pedal must also be pressed (key removal) position. The Key Fob can only be re- to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the full the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers).
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to NOTE: On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. transfer case is in a drive position. This is especially important when the engine is cold. WARNING! PARK (P) •...
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a can damage the drivetrain.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational periods with the engine running. The engine may be Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A started in this range.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 (ERS) Operation in this section) to select a lower gear restarted. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be range. Under these conditions, using a lower gear range illuminated. A message in the instrument cluster will will improve performance and extend transmission life inform the driver of the more serious conditions, and by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Wait approximately 30 seconds. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation — Eight-Speed Transmission 5. Restart the engine. The Electronic Range Select (ERS) switches allow the 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no driver to limit the highest available gear when the longer detected, the transmission will return to normal transmission is in DRIVE.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode.
Page 414: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 1500 Models Only (If Equipped)
If TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the switch must be pressed each time the engine is started. Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — 1500 Models Only (If Equipped) The transmission gear position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 The electronically-controlled transmission provides a position will select the highest available transmission precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are gear, and will display that gear in the instrument cluster self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new as 1, 2, 3, etc.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a level surface, you may shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others brake. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING • Release the shift lever and make sure it is fully seated CAUTION! in the PARK gate. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • Look at the transmission gear position display and must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- verify that it indicates the PARK position.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING range will improve performance and extend transmission NOTE: Use caution when operating a heavily loaded life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup. vehicle at low speeds (such as towing a trailer up a steep grade, or in stop-and-go traffic) during hot weather. In If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- these conditions, torque converter slip can impose a ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the...
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 direct gears only. Normal operation will resume once the In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps: Transmission Limp Home Mode 1.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any service is required. vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the transmission will operate automatically, Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation —...
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Column Shift Lever Console Shift Lever To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the shift lever to the right (+) (console shift) or press the ERS (+) switch (column shift) until “D” is once again displayed in the instrument cluster.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation WARNING! The automatic transmission includes an electronically Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a controlled Overdrive (fourth and fifth gears). The trans- slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or following conditions are present: personal injury.
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting.
Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving transmission will not shift into the top overdrive gear, in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are braking can cause the rear wheels to slide, and the warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].
Page 427: Models Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal verter will refill within five seconds after starting the condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few engine. hundred miles (kilometers).
Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a tion to the ON/RUN position, and also press the number of reasons.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 • Release the shift lever and make sure it is fully seated WARNING! in the PARK gate. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • Look at the transmission gear position display and ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the This range should be used for most city and highway transmission shift schedule and expand the range of driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- torque converter clutch engagement.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 During cold temperatures, transmission operation may selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue be modified depending on engine and transmission to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- illuminated.
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- shifting between all available gears. Tapping the ERS (-) mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your switch will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in earliest possible convenience.
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+) CAUTION! switch until “D” is once again displayed in the instru- ment cluster. When using ERS for engine braking while descend- ing steep grades, be careful not to overspeed the WARNING! engine.
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicle speed is sufficiently high. • The TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated. When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 NOTE: WARNING! • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving transmission will not shift to sixth gear, until the in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usu- braking can cause the rear wheels to slide, and the ally after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].
Page 438: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
436 STARTING AND OPERATING cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H verter will refill within five seconds after starting the position for normal street and highway conditions such engine.
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 the transfer case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, position. There is no light for the 2H or NEUTRAL there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping positions on some models.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional Rear-Wheel Drive High Range —...
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelera- completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due tor pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned.
Page 442: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - If Equipped
440 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides four (Four-Position Switch) — If Equipped mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is •...
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 and 4WD LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery When you select a different transfer case position, the road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD indicator lights will do the following: LOW positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause If All Shift Conditions Are Met: increased tire wear and damage to the driveline compo- 1.
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer front or rear wheels are spinning, as this can cause case position have been met.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 For additional information on the appropriate use of each WARNING! transfer case mode position, see the information below: You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Rear Wheel Drive High Range —...
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOW Shifting Procedure Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range provides low NOTE: speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque to the front • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case driveshaft, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at position have not been met, the transfer case will not the same speed.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 2WD To 4WD LOCK 2WD Or 4WD LOCK To 4WD LOW Rotate the 4WD control switch to the desired position. NOTE: When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some Shifts between 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with gear noise may be heard.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING Alternate Procedure NOTE: • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the 2. With the ignition switch in the ON position and the shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash engine running, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
Page 449: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides five (Five-Position Switch) — If Equipped mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is •...
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING For variable driving conditions, the 4WD AUTO mode NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected can be used. In this mode, the front axle is engaged, but by depressing the button located on the lower left hand the vehicle’s power is sent to the rear wheels.
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the The “SVC 4WD Warning Light” monitors the electronic selected position will stop flashing and remain ON. shift four-wheel drive system. If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: means that the four-wheel drive system is not function-...
Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTO or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. WARNING! (Continued) Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from 25 mph (40 km/h). the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends regardless of the transmission position.
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 4WD LOCK towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for further infor- Four-Wheel Drive Lock Range - This range maximizes mation. torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 454: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - If Equipped
452 STARTING AND OPERATING • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current position indicator light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. When the shift is complete, the position indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and remain Electronically Shifted Transfer Case...
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the • Neutral (NEUTRAL) desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for spe- This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be cific shifting instructions.
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD, 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain 4LOW, and 4WD AUTO) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case 2.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 means that the four-wheel drive system is not function- Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends ing properly and that service is required. on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the WARNING! drivetrain.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each 4WD LOW transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range provides low speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque to the front driveshaft , forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at Rear-Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal the same speed.
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Shifting Procedure 2WD To 4WD AUTO Or 4WD LOCK Press the desired position on the 4WD Control Switch to NOTE: shift the transfer case. Shifts between 2WD and 4WD • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case AUTO and 4WD LOCK can be done with the vehicle position have not been met, the transfer case will not stopped or in motion.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3. Press the desired position on the transfer case control 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. Use either of switch. the following procedures: 4.
Page 461: Air Suspension System (1500 Models Only)
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (1500 MODELS ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED Description The air suspension system provides full time load level- ing capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a button.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The vehicle will automatically enter Aero Mode may not be available due to vehicle payload, an EVIC when the vehicle speed remains between 62 mph message will be displayed when this occurs. Refer to (100 km/h) and 66 mph (106 km/h) for greater than 20 “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 • If the vehicle is in OFFROAD1 or OFFROAD2 setting, Uconnect® Radio when equipped with UConnect® 5.0, be aware of your surroundings, you may not have the 8.4A, or 8.4AN. Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information clearance required for certain areas and vehicle dam- Center (EVIC) Understanding Your Instrument age may occur.
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING 15 mph (24 km/h). Entry/Exit mode may not be This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which available due to vehicle payload, an EVIC message keeps the headlights from incorrectly shining into oncom- will be displayed when this occurs. Refer to Electronic ing traffic.
Page 465: Air Suspension Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 Transport Mode WARNING! To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system The air suspension system uses a high pressure has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry/Exit volume of air to operate the system. To avoid per- height and disable the automatic load leveling system.
Page 466: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Display Messages
464 STARTING AND OPERATING Protection Mode Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Messages In order to “protect” the air suspension system, the vehicle will enter Protection Mode when load leveling When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will cannot be achieved. Some driving may be required to appear in the EVIC display.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Pressing the “UP” button once will move the suspension Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle one position higher from the current position, assuming speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, and EVIC messages will operate the same for automatic engine running, speed below threshold, etc).
Page 468: Air Suspension System (2500/3500 Models Only) - If Equipped
466 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illumi- nated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle. • Tire/Jack Mode – indicator lamps 3 and 6 will be illuminated. Tire/Jack Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
Page 469: Air Suspension Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Trailer Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately 1 in (25 WARNING! mm) – This position will lower the rear suspension and provide load leveling for all loading conditions including The air suspension system uses a high pressure towing a trailer.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running. running. Transport Mode Protection Mode To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system In order to “protect”...
Page 471: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Display Messages
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) NOTE: The LED will continuously blink until Normal Display Messages Ride Height (NRH) has been achieved. • Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illumi- When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will appear in the EVIC display.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING stuck. The locking front and rear differentials should only The locking axles are controlled by the axle locker switch. be engaged during low-speed, extreme off-road situa- The switch has three positions, AXLE UNLOCK, REAR tions where one wheel is likely to not be in contact with LOCK, and FRONT/REAR LOCK.
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 To lock the rear axle, place the vehicle in 4LO. Refer to WARNING! (Continued) “Four Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and Operat- driving will reduce the steering ability. This could ing” for further information. Move the axle locker switch cause a collision and you may be seriously injured.
Page 474: Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
472 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The axle lockers could be torque locked due to advantage to increasing ride height is the positive effect side to side loads on the axle. Driving slowly while it has on approach/departure and break over angles. turning the steering wheel from a left hand turn to a right This system is controlled by the electronic control sway hand turn or driving in REVERSE for a short distance...
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 The switch has two positions; On-Road and Off-Road. To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4HI The system is normally in the On-Road mode, indicated or 4LO as shown in “Four Wheel Drive Operation” and by a solid green light.
Page 476: Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
474 STARTING AND OPERATING agency to determine the designated off-road vehicle WARNING! (ORV) trails or recreation areas. You should always tread lightly and only use established roads, trails or ORV If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to On-Road recreational areas. The National Forest Service, Bureau of mode, vehicle stability is greatly reduced.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Ramp Travel Index (RTI) CAUTION! The ramp travel index is the distance, in inches, that you The door sill height is 25 inches. Water may intrude can drive your vehicle with one wheel on a 20-degree into the interior of the vehicle at greater depths.
Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING mud, snow and ice. Every surface has a different effect on WARNING! your vehicle’s steering, handling and traction. Control- ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-road Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel cargo.
Page 479: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand CAUTION! There is a drastic reduction in traction when driving in On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at high snow, mud or sand. The vehicle will be less responsive to engine RPMs or vehicle speeds because engine brak- steering, acceleration and braking inputs.
Page 480: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
478 STARTING AND OPERATING • Sand – Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with CAUTION! full tire pressure. When crossing soft sandy spots in a trail maintain your vehicle’s momentum and do not Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and stop.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 throttle lightly while holding a light brake pressure and Crossing Large Rocks ease the vehicle up and over the object. When approaching large rocks, choose a path which ensures you drive over the largest with your tires. This WARNING! will lift your undercarriage over the obstacle.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle’s mobility. Approach these obstacles at a 45- Crossing Logs degree angle and let each tire go through the obstacle To cross a log, approach it at a slight angle (approxi- independently. You need to use caution when crossing mately 10 to 15 degrees).
Page 483: Hill Climbing
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 what is the best direction to recover the vehicle. Depend- feel confident with the vehicle and your abilities. You ing on what you are in contact with, jack the vehicle up should always climb hills straight up and down. Never and place a few rocks under the tires so the weight is off attempt to climb a hill on an angle.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING apply more power as you start up the hill. Do not race WARNING! forward into a steep grade, the abrupt change of grade could cause you to lose control. If the front end begins Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn to bounce, ease off the throttle slightly to bring all four around on a steep grade.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 WARNING! WARNING! Do not descend a steep grade in NEUTRAL. Use Driving across an incline increases the risk of a vehicle brakes in conjunction with engine braking. rollover , which may result in severe injury. Descending a grade too fast could cause you to lose •...
Page 486: Driving Through Water
484 STARTING AND OPERATING avoid damage to the environment. You should know WARNING! your vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover it if something goes wrong. You should never stop or shut a If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never water into the engine air intake.
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 crossing is the water depth, current and bottom con- CAUTION! ditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively increasing the water level on the vehicle. Be Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, transfer sure to consider this when determining the depth and case, engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive the ability to safely cross.
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING downstream out of control if the water is deep enough CAUTION! to push on the large surface area of the vehicle’s body. Before you proceed determine the speed of the current, Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- the water’s depth, approach angle, bottom condition tiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator.
Page 489: Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Airing Down For Off-Road Driving CAUTION! Running lower tire pressure off-road can improve your Reduced tire pressure increases the risk of tire dam- ride comfort and vehicle traction. Reducing the tire air age and may cause tire unseating with total loss of air pressure allows the tire to bulge slightly, improving its pressure.
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle? Is there an anchor point to winch to? Are you CAUTION! alone or do you have another vehicle to help? Is there high risk of vehicle damage during the recovery process? Pulling the vehicle off an obstacle, without first Answering these questions will help you determine the clearing the object, may result in additional under- best method of recovery.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 shift. If after a few rock cycles your vehicle is not free, a safe recovery. First connect the tow strap to the stop and try another method of recovery. Continuous correct attachment points on both vehicles. There rock cycling will only cause unnecessary damage to should be a least 20 to 30 feet between the vehicles to your vehicle and the environment.
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING brakes, once signaled by the other driver. This se- recover the vehicle, there is a high risk of environmen- quence is important to avoid having the recovered tal or vehicle damage, or where nothing else seems to vehicle hit the pulling vehicle.
Page 493: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 floor mat or something else over the strung out cable. After Driving Off-Road Placing something over the strung out cable helps Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than keep the cable on the ground if it breaks. Next, place does most on-road driving.
Page 494: Limited-Slip Differential
492 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These • If you experience unusual vibration after driving in things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and impacted material.
Page 495: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 will supply maximum traction. When starting with only DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface, slight Acceleration momentary application of the parking brake may be Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- necessary to gain maximum traction.
Page 496: Traction
494 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for im- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road proved handling.
Page 497: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping warning may result in injuries that are serious or distances. Therefore, after driving through stand- fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
Page 498: Off-Road Driving Tips
496 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Determine the condition of the road or the path • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can that is under water and if there are any obstacles in cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious the way before driving through the standing water.
Page 499: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on When driving over sand, mud, and other soft terrain, shift to low gear and drive steadily. Apply the accelerator the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- slowly to avoid spinning the wheels. pension.
Page 500: Winch Usage - Power Wagon Only - (If Equipped)
498 STARTING AND OPERATING WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY — (IF WARNING! EQUIPPED) Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause Things To Know Before Using Your Winch excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might General Winch Information not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Tensioning The Wire Rope CAUTION! The winch rope must be properly tensioned before use. Wire rope must spool on the winch drum in the Follow the instructions below to tension the rope: direction indicated on the drum rotation decal on the 1.
Page 502 500 STARTING AND OPERATING Winch Motor Thermal Protection Your winch is equipped with a thermal protection device in the motor. If the winch is operated for an excessive duration, the device may interrupt motor function to protect the winch motor. During this time the winch will power-out but will not power-in.
Page 503: Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components...
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Motor: The winch motor is powered by the vehicle 6. Clutch Lever: The clutch lever allows the winch drum charging system and features a thermal protection to be disconnected from the winch motor to allow the switch that automatically stops motor function in the wire rope to be pulled from the winch by hand.
Page 505: Winch Accessories
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Winch Accessories Snatch/Block Pulley: Used properly, the multi-purpose The following accessories are necessary to attach the snatch block allows you to (1) winch to anchors, change direction of pull, and for safe increase the winch’s pulling winching.
Page 506: Operating Your Winch
504 STARTING AND OPERATING Operating Your Winch Clevis/D-Shackles: D-Shackle is a safe means of WARNING! connecting the looped ends of cables, straps and snatch Failure to observe any of these warnings regarding blocks. The shackle’s pin is proper winch usage may result in severe injury. threaded to allow easy re- •...
Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always stand clear of wire rope and load and keep • Always disconnect the remote control when not in others away during winching. use. • Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire •...
Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Use the right equipment for the situation. CAUTION! (Continued) 4. Always wear leather gloves and do not allow the wire • Always inspect winch installation and wire rope rope to slip through your hands when handling the condition before operating the winch.
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 1. Inspect the winch, winch mount, and wire rope for 3. Disengage the clutch to allow free spooling of the damage. Do not use the winch if the mount is loose or winch drum, rotate the clutch lever on the winch to rope shows excessive wear or damage.
Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING Hook Strap Pulling Wire Rope 5. Pull the wire to the anchor point. Pull out enough wire 6. Secure to the anchor point. Once you have established rope to reach your anchor point. Be sure to keep a your anchor point, secure the tree-trunk protector or certain amount of tension on the wire as it can become choker-chain around the object.
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secure anchor is critical to winching operations. An anchor must be strong enough to hold while winching. Natural anchors include trees, stumps and rocks. Hook the cable as low as possible.
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Connect the remote control to the winch control box, located behind the front bumper. Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch. If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle, always pass the remote through a window to avoid pinching the cord in the door.
Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 11. Check your anchor. Make sure all connections are Winch Box Remote Control secured and free of debris before continuing with the 10. Put wire rope under tension. Using the remote con- winching procedure. trol switch, slowly wind the wire rope until no slack remains.
Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING In certain situations you may decide to throw a heavy blan- ket or similar object over the wire rope. A heavy blanket can absorb energy should the wire rope break. Place it on the wire rope midway be- tween the winch and the an- chor point.
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 behind or in front of the vehicle and never near the rope is winding evenly and tightly around the spool- wire rope or snatch block. Your situation may have ing drum. For additional assistance, the winched other no people zones.
Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: an uneven stack, spool out that section of the rope and reposition it to the opposite end of the drum, • Avoid overheating the winch motor. For extended which will free up space for continued winching. winching, stop at reasonable intervals to allow the winch motor to cool down.
Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 NOTE: How to spool under no load: Arrange the re- mote control lead so it cannot be caught in the winch. Arrange the wire rope so it will not kink or tangle when spooled. Be sure any wire rope already on the spooling drum is wound tightly and evenly layered.
Page 518: Rigging Techniques
516 STARTING AND OPERATING Rigging Techniques Various winching situations will require application of other winching techniques. These could range from too little distance to achieve maximum pull using straight line rigging, simply increasing pulling power, or main- taining a straight-line pulling situation. You will have to assess what technique is correct for your situation.
Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 How To Change The Pulling Direction All winching operations should have a straight line from the winch to the object being pulled. This minimizes the wire rope collecting on one side of the drum affecting pulling efficiency and damaging wire rope. A snatch block, secured to a point directly in front of the vehicle will enable you to change your pulling direction while still allowing the wire rope to be at 90°...
Page 520: Power Steering - 1500 Models
Attach the clevis/shackle. Attach the shackle to the two ends of the strap/chain, being careful not to over tighten (tighten and back-off 1/2 turn). POWER STEERING — 1500 MODELS The electric power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
Page 521: Power Steering - 2500/3500 Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 If the Steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the vehicle Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your needs to be taken to the dealer for service. It is likely the Instrument Panel” for further information. vehicle has lost power steering assistance. NOTE: If the Steering icon is displayed and the “POWER STEER- •...
Page 522: Power Steering Fluid Check - 2500/3500 Models
520 STARTING AND OPERATING If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will CAUTION! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering parking maneuvers.
Page 523: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L/6.4L Engines Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L/6.4L ENGINES CAUTION! ONLY — IF EQUIPPED Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting system as the chemicals can damage your power off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load steering components.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake parking brake. Always apply the parking brake failure and a collision.
Page 526: Brake System
524 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, WARNING! repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. However, you will experience a The Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System contains substantial increase in braking effort to stop the vehicle.
Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to ABS Warning Light provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor The ABS includes an amber warning light. When the light makes a low humming noise during operation. This is is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning.
Page 528: Hydraulic Brake Assist - 2500/3500 Models Only (Except Power Wagon)
526 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under cold temperatures, pedal effort will be WARNING! (Continued) higher than normal until the power steering fluid reaches • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those operating temperature. resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.
Page 529: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) The ABS aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those under adverse braking conditions. The system controls resulting from excessive speed in turns, following hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.
Page 530: Brake Assist System (Bas) - If Equipped
528 STARTING AND OPERATING brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine receive the benefit of BAS, you must apply continuous torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer the “Partial Off”...
Page 531: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 During operation, HSA will activate the brake control WARNING! (Continued) system and a clicking noise may occur. If your foot is on • The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous pedal movement.
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing And Hauling With HSA WARNING! The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded or towing a trailer unless the TOW/HAUL switch, lo- vehicle or while pulling a trailer where the system cated on the center stack, is selected.
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle • If you use a trailer brake controller with your on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and or using the parking brake, it will roll down the deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 534: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) - If Equipped
532 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. With the engine running and the brake applied, rotate refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ the steering wheel 180° counterclockwise from center. Customer Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. 4. Press the “ESC Off” switch four times within 20 seconds.
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than WARNING! (Continued) appropriate for the steering wheel position. exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of appropriate for the steering wheel position.
Page 536 534 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Partial Off NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow, sand or This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” Off”...
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 All Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD AUTO And WARNING! 4WD LOCK Modes Can Also Choose The • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality Following ESC Operating Mode. This Is The Only Selectable ESC Operating Mode in 4WD LOW: of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and Full Off...
Page 538: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
536 STARTING AND OPERATING In this mode, ESC and TCS except for the “limited slip” WARNING! feature described in the TCS section are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph (64 km/h). At In the ESC Full Off mode, the engine torque reduc- 40 mph (64 km/h) the system returns to “Partial Off”...
Page 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this NOTE: light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 540: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc) - If Equipped
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control (TSC) — If Equipped TSC is only active in the default “ESC On” mode. TSC can be disabled by pressing the “ESC Off” switch and The TSC system uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize entering “ESC Partial Off”...
Page 541: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 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 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction – D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...
Page 544: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
542 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load –...
Page 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 546: Tire Terminology And Definitions
544 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 547: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 548 546 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
Page 549 STARTING AND OPERATING 547 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3.
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num- ber and size of occupants.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549...
Page 552: Tires - General Information
550 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 553 STARTING AND OPERATING 551 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
Page 554: Tire Inflation Pressures
552 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 door.
Page 555: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 553 Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the WARNING! outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this mum load is dangerous.
Page 556: Tire Types
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. summer, fall and winter).
Page 557: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Page 558: Spare Tires - If Equipped
556 STARTING AND OPERATING See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And mation. Wheel — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and Spare Tires — If Equipped wheel equivalent in look and function to the original NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle...
Page 559 STARTING AND OPERATING 557 Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- Full Size Spare — If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 560: Tire Spinning
558 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- WARNING! ping.
Page 561: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 559 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 562: Replacement Tires
560 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 563: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 561 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 564: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as recommended by the traction device manufacturer. Vehicle Axle Recommendations Tire Sizes Chain Class 1500 Models Rear Only P265/70R17 S Class 2500 Models Rear Only LT245/70R17E U Class...
Page 565 STARTING AND OPERATING 563 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable •...
Page 566: Tire Rotation Recommendations
564 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 567: Directional Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 565 Directional Tires — If Equipped Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped For the R/T package with 22” tires and wheels, the The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be rotational direction of the tire must be taken into consid- matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.
Page 568 566 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure CAUTION! Information System (TPIS): 3500 Dual Rear Tires may only have one approved • The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the unique sensors in the inner rear wheels to help identify asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off- them from the outer rear wheels, because of this, the...
Page 569: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 567 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the sure. driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 570 568 STARTING AND OPERATING to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph CAUTION! (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this informa- • The TPMS has been optimized for the original tion. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and For example, your vehicle may have a recommended warning have been established for the tire size cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure...
Page 571: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 569 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
Page 572 570 STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure equipped) has a TPM sensor. The matching full size spare value as shown in the Inflate to XX message. Once the can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
Page 573: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 571 A system fault can occur due to any of the following: limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE” message will be 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving displayed, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as Light”...
Page 574 572 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pressure. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will The TPMS consists of the following components: illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the...
Page 575 STARTING AND OPERATING 573 will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing or return to it’s original color, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 576 574 STARTING AND OPERATING SYSTEM message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the following: 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors.
Page 577: Tire Pressure Information System (Tpis) 3500
STARTING AND OPERATING 575 Vehicles With Full Size Spare original color, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly road tires. has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
Page 578 576 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPIS consists of the following components: If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault • Receiver module no longer exists, the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message •...
Page 579: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 577 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L/6.4L Engine RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: These engines are designed to meet all •...
Page 580: Reformulated Gasoline
578 STARTING AND OPERATING an octane range of 87 to 89. The manufacturer recom- Reformulated Gasoline mends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance. Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.”...
Page 581: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 579 E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles CAUTION! Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited blends may result in starting and drivability prob- Warranty.
Page 582: Mmt In Gasoline
580 STARTING AND OPERATING • Change the engine oil and oil filter. therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the and California reformulated gasoline. engine controller memory.
Page 583: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 581 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 584: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
582 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 585 STARTING AND OPERATING 583 E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge...
Page 586: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
584 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. refueling •...
Page 587: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR® or an consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.
Page 588: Replacement Parts
586 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind the fuel designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure filler door, on the left side of the vehicle. Open the fuel that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- door and remove the fuel cap by turning it counter- patible parts.
Page 589 STARTING AND OPERATING 587 NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap WARNING! tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the CAUTION! vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled.
Page 590: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
588 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message is full. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines WARNING! that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator Static electricity can cause an ignition of flammable will display in the EVIC telltale display area.
Page 591 STARTING AND OPERATING 589 This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification and rear axles.
Page 592 590 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Page 593: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 591 Common Towing Definitions CAUTION! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR you in understanding the following information: 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 way your vehicle handles.
Page 594 592 STARTING AND OPERATING measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a WARNING! vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 595 STARTING AND OPERATING 593 Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
Page 596: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
594 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch WARNING! The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup system may reduce handling, stability, braking truck.
Page 597: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Class III Bumper 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) Ratings) Hitch - 1500 Model The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to a Class IV - 1500 10,450 lbs (4 740 kg) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) without added equipment or altera- Model tions to the standard equipment.
Page 598 596 STARTING AND OPERATING Ram 1500 4x2 SLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie 3.6L V-6 8–Speed Auto- Standard Towing: Standard Towing: – matic Transmission 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) Max Towing: 7,400 lbs Max Towing: 7,400 lbs (3 379 kg)
Page 599 STARTING AND OPERATING 597 Ram 1500 4x4 SLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie 3.6L V-6 8–Speed Auto- Standard Towing: Standard Towing: – matic Transmission 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) Max Towing: 7,250 lbs Max Towing: 7,200 lbs (3 289 kg)
Page 600 598 STARTING AND OPERATING Ram 2500 And 3500 SLT/Outdoorsman/Sport Laramie 5.7L HEMI® V-8 6–Speed Max Towing: 13,850 lbs Max Towing: 13,810 lbs Max Towing: 13,350 lbs Automatic Transmission (6 282 kg) (6 282 kg) (6 055 kg) Max Payload: 4,480 lbs Max Payload: 4,440 lbs Max Payload: 4,410 lbs (2 032 kg)
Page 601: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 599 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Page 602: Towing Requirements
600 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must train components the following guidelines are recom- be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 603 STARTING AND OPERATING 601 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 604 602 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Tires WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Total weight must be distributed between the tow spare tire. vehicle and the trailer such that the following four •...
Page 605 STARTING AND OPERATING 603 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! WARNING! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this hydraulic brake lines.
Page 606 604 STARTING AND OPERATING • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 1,653 lbs (750 kg). Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Mod- ule (ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) trailer brakes.
Page 607 STARTING AND OPERATING 605 The user interface consists of the following: sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status Manual Brake Control Lever Indicator Light” will not be displayed. Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent...
Page 608 Type appears on the screen. justed. See your trailer dealer if necessary. NOTE: 1500 Models Only — Light Electric and Heavy 2. Hook up the trailer and make the electrical connec- Electric will only be available due to the tow capacities of tions according to the trailer manufacturer’s instruc-...
Page 609 STARTING AND OPERATING 607 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing trailer, trailer wheel lockup may not be attainable even tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels with the maximum GAIN setting of 10. turn freely, increase the GAIN setting. Repeat steps 8 and 9 until the GAIN setting is at a point just below trailer wheel lockup.
Page 610 608 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss brake systems.
Page 611 STARTING AND OPERATING 609 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Four-Pin Connector 1 —...
Page 612: Towing Tips
610 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The “DRIVE” range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 613 STARTING AND OPERATING 611 When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. vehicle in first gear (using the ERS switches) can help to •...
Page 614: Snowplow
CAUTION! position while attaching a trailer for proper leveling of the air suspension system. Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle. SNOWPLOW 1500 Models Only NOTE: Do not use this model vehicle for snowplow applications.
Page 615: 2500/3500 Models Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 613 NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly WARNING! recommended that the owner/installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Body Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, installer or affect performance of the airbag system in a collision.
Page 616 614 STARTING AND OPERATING Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability CAUTION! For Information about snowplow applications visit The “Lamp Out” indicator could illuminate if exte- www.ramtrucks.com or refer to the current Body Build- rior lamps are not properly installed. ers Guide. Before Plowing 1.
Page 617 STARTING AND OPERATING 615 NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting pas- Over The Road Operation With Snowplow sengers. Attached The blade restricts air flow to the radiator and causes the Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica- engine to operate at higher than normal temperatures. tions at the factory without consideration for the weight Therefore, when transporting the plow, angle the blade of the plow.
Page 618 616 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicles with automatic transmissions should use 4L General Maintenance range when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended Snowplows should be maintained in accordance with the periods of time to avoid transmission overheating. plow manufacturer’s instructions. •...
Page 619: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 617 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF Two-Wheel Four-Wheel Drive Models The Ground Drive Models Flat Tow NONE NOT AL- See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK LOWED •...
Page 620: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
618 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Vehicles equipped with air suspension must be 1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following lowered to the “Entry/Exit” (lowest) level, and have the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. automatic leveling disabled, before tying them down 2.
Page 621: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 619 Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans- • Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for recre- cause severe transmission damage.
Page 622 620 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this • Do not disconnect the rear drive shaft because fluid vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the will leak from the transfer case, causing damage to transfer case.
Page 623 STARTING AND OPERATING 621 3. Press and hold the brake pedal. WARNING! (Continued) 4. Depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear drive- 5. If the transfer case is in 4WD AUTO (if equipped), shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle press a selector button or rotate the selector switch to to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 624 622 STARTING AND OPERATING shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. After the shift is 11. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, transmission in gear (NOT in Neutral). On 8-speed release the NEUTRAL (N) button. transmissions the shifter will automatically select PARK when the engine is turned off.
Page 625 STARTING AND OPERATING 623 will flash continuously until all requirements are met Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) or until the NEUTRAL (N) button is released. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position normal usage.
Page 626 624 STARTING AND OPERATING • With electronic shift transfer case with rotary selector NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL (N), switch, press and hold the transfer case NEUTRAL turning the engine OFF is not required, but may be (N) button until the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light helpful to avoid gear clash.
Page 627 STARTING AND OPERATING 625 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 11. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), for a shift to take place and for the position indicator and check that the vehicle operates normally.
Page 629: What To Do In Emergencies
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..633 EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED . .677 ▫ Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series Trucks . .633 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ....678 ▫...
Page 630 628 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ....684 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION ..... . .680 ▫...
Page 631: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 629 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the upper switch bank just below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 632: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
630 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat WARNING! (Continued) from the engine cooling system. you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time CAUTION! to cool.
Page 633: Torque Specifications
1.50 140 Ft-Lbs Flanged (190 N·m) **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Do not oil wheel studs. NOTE: Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting The lug nuts are a two-piece assembly.
Page 634 632 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface 4 And 5 Lug Nuts/Bolts Torque Pattern Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated...
Page 635: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 633 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series Trucks • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to WARNING! lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 636 The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Removal Of Jack And Tools (1500 Series) To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the front passengers seat.
Page 637 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 635 Jack And Tools (1500 Series) Jack And Tool Bag Release the tool bag straps from the jack and remove WARNING! tools from bag. After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving...
Page 638 636 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury. Removing The Spare Tire 1.
Page 639 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 637 Inserting The Jack Extension Tube Into The Access Hole Rotating The Wheel Wrench Handle 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
Page 640 638 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to access to the spare tire retainer. tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Pulling The Spare Tire Out Gaining Access To The Retainer...
Page 641 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 639 5. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 642 640 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally Jack Instructions (1500 Series) opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. WARNING!
Page 643 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 641 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a Jack Warning Label service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 644 642 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Placement of the jack: When changing a front wheel, place the scissor jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown 4x2 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location below. There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the lower control arm.
Page 645 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 643 4x4 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location When changing a front wheel, place the scissor jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the below.
Page 646 644 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4x2 and 4x4 Rear Jacking Location Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension may be used but is not required. For 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
Page 647 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 645 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off. Install the CAUTION! spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel. To avoid the risk of Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts...
Page 648 646 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do WARNING! not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or To Stow The Flat Or Spare hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.
Page 649 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 647 Reinstalling The Retainer Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel And Positioning It 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle.
Page 650 648 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Wrench And Jack Extension Tube Assembled And Rotating The Wheel Wrench Handle In Position NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with 4. Rotate the lug wrench handle clockwise until the wheel the jack extension tube only.
Page 651 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 649 Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 3. Secure the tool bag straps to the jack. 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug.
Page 652 650 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Hold Down Fastener Jack And Tools (1500 Series) NOTE: Ensure that the jack slides into the front hold down location. 5. Turn the wing bolt clockwise to secure to the floor pan. Reinstall the plastic cover.
Page 653: Jacking And Tire Changing 2500 And 3500 Series Trucks
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 651 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You in the original carrier and location. While driving could be crushed.
Page 654 652 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Removal Of Jack And Tools (2500, 3500 Series) To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the front passengers seat. To remove the cover, pull the front part of the cover (closest to the front of the seat) toward you to release a locking tab.
Page 655 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 653 Jack And Tools (2500/3500 Series) Jack And Tools Bracket Assembly Remove the jack and tools from the bracket assembly. Turn the jack-turn-screw counterclockwise to release jack from bracket assembly.
Page 656 654 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury.
Page 657 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 655 Inserting The Jack Extension Tube Into The Access Hole Rotating The Wheel Wrench Handle 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
Page 658 656 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain 4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to access to the spare tire retainer. tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Pulling The Spare Tire Out Gaining Access To The Retainer...
Page 659 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 657 5. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 660 658 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally Jack Instructions (2500, 3500 Series) opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. WARNING! NOTE: Passengers should not remain Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to...
Page 661 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 659 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a Jack Warning Label service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 662 660 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Using the lug wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
Page 663 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 661 Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. Lug Wrench Adapter And Wrench 3. Placement of the jack: 4x2 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location 4x2 Front Jacking Location For 2500 and 3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a 4x4 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location...
Page 664 662 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the 4x2 and 4x4 Rear Jacking Location jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the For 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, drive tubes extending to the front.
Page 665 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 663 Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off. On single rear-wheel (SRW) trucks, install the spare wheel CAUTION! and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel.
Page 666 664 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Inner Wheel Proper Placement Dual Rear Wheel Placement 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice.
Page 667 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 665 them checked with a torque wrench by you authorized 9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible. dealer or service station. NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts. WARNING! To Stow The Flat Or Spare A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or...
Page 668 666 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Reinstalling The Retainer Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel And Positioning It 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to 3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle.
Page 669 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 667 mechanism slip, or click three or four times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the tire several times to ensure it is firmly in place. Wheel Wrench And Jack Extension Tube Assembled And In Position 4.
Page 670 668 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (2500 And 3500 Series) 1.
Page 671 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 669 Jack Hold Down Fastener Jack And Tools (2500/3500 Series) NOTE: Ensure that the jack and tool bracket assembly Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped slides into the front hold down location. The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground.
Page 672 670 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES flat blade on the end of the lug wrench to pull the caps CAUTION! off. The wheel skin can now be removed. Use extreme caution when removing the front and CAUTION! rear center caps. Damage can occur to the center cap and/or the wheel if screwdriver type tools are used.
Page 673: Hoisting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 671 Replace the wheel skins first using a rubber mallet. When JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES replacing the hub caps, tilt the cap retainer over the lug If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- nut bolt circle and strike the high side down with a started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in rubber mallet.
Page 674: Preparations For Jump-Start
672 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
Page 675: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 673 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 676 674 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- or the discharged vehicle.
Page 677: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 675 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables CAUTION! in the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
Page 678 676 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of accel- CAUTION! (Continued) erator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking the risk of transmission failure during prolonged motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the en- efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
Page 679: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 677 EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! (Continued) Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast hooks. may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires.
Page 680: Shift Lever Override
678 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool, into the access port CAUTION! (ringed circle) on the bottom of the steering column and push and hold the override release lever up. Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off-road.
Page 681: Center Console Shifter - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 679 Center Console Shifter — If Equipped 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the shift lever override access cover (located to the right of the shift lever).
Page 682 680 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION WARNING! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle.
Page 683 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 681 2. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the To Reset The Manual Park Release: Manual Park Release access cover, which is just above 1. Push the locking tab to the right, to unlock the lever. the parking brake release handle, below and to the left of the steering column.
Page 684: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
682 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
Page 685 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 683 Towing Wheels 2WD Models 4WD Models Condition OFF the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: See instructions in “Recreational Tow- • Transmission in NEUTRAL ing” under “Starting and Operating” • 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed •...
Page 686: Two-Wheel Drive Models
684 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN sion is operable, this vehicle may be towed (with rear position, not the ACC position.
Page 687: Four-Wheel Drive Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 685 “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” for CAUTION! further information and detailed instructions. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- CAUTION! ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not cov- •...
Page 689 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..690 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...696 ▫ Engine Oil ......697 ENGINE COMPARTMENT —...
Page 690 688 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....705 REPLACEMENT BULBS ....743 ▫...
Page 691 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 689 ▫ Engine ......758 FLUID CAPACITIES ....755 ▫...
Page 692: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
690 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 693: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 691 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (6-Speed Trans Only) 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (2500/3500 Models Only) 4 —...
Page 694: Engine Compartment - 6.4L
692 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Coolant Pressure Bottle 6 — Battery 2 — Transmission Dipstick 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Washer Solvent 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 —...
Page 695: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 693 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 further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 696: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
694 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the SELECT button to turn off the message.
Page 697: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 695 3. 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 •...
Page 698: Maintenance Procedures
696 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 699: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 697 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 your improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 700 CAUTION! recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is...
Page 701 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 699 Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L/5.7L Engines (1500 Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine (2500/3500 Models Only) Models Only) MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® Material Standard MS-6395 or equivalent Pennzoil® or or Shell Helix®...
Page 702: Engine Oil Filter
Use Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W–40 engine or equivalent where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in MOPAR® oil meeting the Chrysler Material Standard your area. MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
Page 703: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 701 quality filters should be used to assure most efficient Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters filter and are recommended. varies considerably.
Page 704: Air Conditioner Maintenance
702 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid positive post and the negative cable is attached to to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 705 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 703 WARNING! CAUTION! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are tioning components.
Page 706: Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
704 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf Body Lubrication — If Equipped Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should tal Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product...
Page 707: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 705 Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 708: Exhaust System
706 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into Commercially available windshield washer solvents the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care system. must be exercised when filling or working around If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;...
Page 709 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 707 WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 710 708 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 711: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 709 Cooling System spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the WARNING! radiator core. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 712 710 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 713 (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): may plug the radiator.
Page 714 712 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 715 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 713 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. with your local authorities to determine the disposal Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the rules for your community.
Page 716 714 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Opening The Coolant Reservoir Coolant Reservoir Dipstick 2. Lift and remove the plastic dipstick from the reservoir 3. Check the coolant level on the dipstick. neck. The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- gine coolant (antifreeze).
Page 717 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 715 of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is bottle need only be checked once a month. When addi- satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once tional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain a month.
Page 718 716 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is the coolant expansion bottle.
Page 719: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 717 Brake System Brake Fluid Level Check In order to assure brake system performance, all brake The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked system components should be inspected periodically. when performing under the hood service or immediately Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 720 718 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master Parts”...
Page 721: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 719 For 1500 Model axles, the fluid level should be even with WARNING! (Continued) the bottom of the fill hole (within 1/4 in (6.4 mm) of edge • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate of hole) for the FDU215 HD front axle and C235FE rear the brake fluid.
Page 722: Transfer Case
Transfer Case Limited-Slip Differentials Drain And Refill 1500 Model rear axles equipped with a Limited Slip Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Differential require that 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR® Limited maintenance intervals.
Page 723: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 721 Automatic Transmission CAUTION! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica- ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 724 722 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New age may occur.
Page 725 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 723 Use the following procedure to check the transmission 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until fluid level properly: seated. 1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the EVIC 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on display, and operate the vehicle as required to reach both sides.
Page 726 724 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the the operating temperature, the fluid level should be transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 727: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 725 Fluid And Filter Changes — Six-Speed hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Transmission have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- body protection. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
Page 728 726 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder that will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 729 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 727 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner.
Page 730 728 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a CAUTION! mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 731 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 729 can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery CAUTION! and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton and MOPAR®...
Page 732 730 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 733 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 731 hauling and hard water stains. Weathering and UV WARNING! exposure will lead to fading, dulling, and loss of gloss over time. A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system To help maintain the appearance of your Spray-On periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Page 734 732 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Once dry, apply a small amount of MOPAR® Repairing The Spray-On Bedliner Spray-On Bedliner Conditioner to a moist towel or While extremely tough, it is possible to damage a sponge and wipe over the entire surface of the truck Spray-On Bedliner.
Page 735: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 733 FUSES WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air WARNING! bag system, braking system), power unit systems • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system propriate replacement fuse with the same amp blows, contact an authorized dealer.
Page 736: Power Distribution Center
734 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 737 20 Amp Yellow Emissions Diesel – If Equipped 40 Amp Green Diesel Fuel Heater – If Equipped (Cummins Diesel) 30 Amp Pink (1500 LD Diesel) 40 Amp Green Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 50 Amp Red Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 – If...
Page 738 736 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink Electric Park Brake Right Side – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink SCR – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Module 30 Amp Pink Drive Train Control Module 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module 30 Amp Pink...
Page 739 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 737 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink Drive Train Control Module – If Equipped 20 Amp Yellow Cummins Diesel Fuel Heater #1 – If Equipped / Rear Blower – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink Vehicle System Interface Module #2 –...
Page 740 738 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor 10 Amp Red Snow Plow (Right) – If Equipped 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel Cluster 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module – If Equipped 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition...
Page 741 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 739 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Engine Cooling Pump (Gas Engine) / 25 Amp Natural (Cummins Diesel Engine) 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp 20 Amp Yellow Power Take-off Unit – If Equipped 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Urea Heater (Cum-...
Page 742 25 Amp Natural Amplifier 10 Amp Red Voltage Stabilizer Modules – If Equipped 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If (Gas Engine & 1500 Equipped LD Diesel) / 10 Amp Red (Cum- mins Diesel Engine) 10 Amp Red...
Page 743 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 741 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power Steering 15 Amp Blue Clearance Lights 10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener / Compass 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Right Turn/Stop Lights 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module/ Cruise Control...
Page 744 742 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter 10 Amp Red Shifter / Transfer Case Module 10 Amp Red Rear Camera / Park Assist 10 Amp Red Rear Seat Heater Switch 25 Amp Natural Rear Heated Seats &...
Page 745: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 743 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we • When installing the power distribution center recommend that you take the following steps to mini- cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: positioned and fully latched.
Page 746 744 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Premium Bi Halogen HIR2 Overhead Console TS 212–9 Projector Headlamp - Lamps Low Beam Dome Lamp 7679 Premium Bi Halogen 9005 Projector Headlamp - For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for High Beam replacement instructions.
Page 747: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 745 BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number LED Center High LED (Serviced at Autho- NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- Mounted Stop Lamp rized Dealer) spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric (CHMSL)/Cargo Lamp conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor.
Page 748 746 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle. 7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the 6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment access hole in the front of the wheel house splash screws.
Page 749 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 747 11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary. CAUTION! • Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. • Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement.
Page 750: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
748 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lamps — If Equipped Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access 1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed the back of the front fog lamp housing. sheetmetal.
Page 751 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 749 2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward far 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise 1/4 turn to enough to unsnap the two receptacles on the outboard unlock it from the housing. side of the lamp housing from the two plastic snap 5.
Page 752: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) With Cargo Lamp
750 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. CHMSL Connector Location 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing. CHMSL Mounting Screw Locations 2.
Page 753 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 751 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. CAUTION! Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. •...
Page 754: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
752 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp. Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. Removing Rear Screw From Clearance Lamp 2.
Page 755: Rear Lamp Bar Id Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 753 Removing The Bulb From The Bulb Socket Screw Locations Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If 2. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise to access the Equipped bulb. 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access 3.
Page 756: Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
754 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If 1. Push rearward on the side marker lamp assembly. Equipped 2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender. 3. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise and remove from assembly to access the bulb. 4.
Page 757: Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 26 Gallons 98 Liters 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models (Optional) 32 Gallons 121 Liters 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 117 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons...
Page 758 13 Liters 150,000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- dard MS-12106.) 5.7L Engine – 1500 Models (We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 16 Quarts 15 Liters Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.)
Page 759 6.4 Liter Engine – MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile 18.7 Quarts 17.7 Liters Formula that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. 6.4 Liter Engine – 2500/3500 Models w/Heavy Duty ( We recommend yo use 19.2 Quarts 18.2 Liters MOPAR®...
Page 760: Engine
Engine Oil – 5.7 We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Page 761 American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- dard MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 762: Chassis
We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Page 763 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 761 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lu- bricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Ax- les require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR®...
Page 765: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart ....767 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .764...
Page 766 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months on displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the 1500 trucks, whichever comes first. change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as...
Page 767 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 765 • 2500 – 3500 Models Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals • Check engine oil level exceed 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or twelve months on • Check windshield washer fluid level 2500 –...
Page 768 766 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect engine cooling system protection and pages for required maintenance. hoses. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 769 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 767 Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level.
Page 770 768 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. Adjust parking brake as neces- sary. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).**...
Page 771 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 769 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace spark plugs (6.4L engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto- matic only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 772 770 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (six-speed auto- matic only). Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 773 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 771 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 775: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....775 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ... .779 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center..776 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C..
Page 776 774 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .781 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....781 ▫...
Page 777: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 775 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 778: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process.
Page 779: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 777 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 780: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 781: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 779 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 782: Publication Order Forms
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Page 783: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
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Page 784: Temperature Grades
782 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 785 INDEX...
Page 786 784 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .711 Alarm, Panic ......28 Adding Fuel .
Page 787 INDEX 785 Fluid Type ......721 Fluid Check ......717 Shifting .
Page 788 786 INDEX Cellular Phone ......360 Climate Control ......360 Center High Mounted Stop Light .
Page 789 INDEX 787 Cupholders ......233 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....37 Customer Assistance .
Page 790 788 INDEX Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..189 Compartment ......690 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
Page 791 INDEX 789 Exhaust System......121 Fluid, Brake ......760 Exterior Lighting.
Page 792 790 INDEX Gasoline ......577 Gear Select Lever Override ....678 Materials Added .
Page 793 INDEX 791 Switch .......170 Inflation Pressure Tires .....561 Head Restraints .
Page 794 792 INDEX Key-In Reminder ......19 Life of Tires ......559 Keyless Enter-N-Go .
Page 795 INDEX 793 Fog ....... . .174 Turn Signal ......124 Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .
Page 796 794 INDEX Manual Transmission New Vehicle Break-In Period ....119 Fluid Level Check ..... . .720 Lubricant Selection .
Page 797 INDEX 795 Onboard Diagnostic System ....693 Pets, Transporting ......119 Operating Precautions .
Page 798 796 INDEX Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24 Refrigerant ......703 Reminder, Seat Belt.
Page 799 INDEX 797 Restraints, Occupant ......50 Pretensioners ......66 Rotation, Tires .
Page 800 798 INDEX Service Contract ......777 Snow Tires ......555 Service Manuals .
Page 801 INDEX 799 Storage, Vehicle......379 Compact Spare ......556 Storing Your Vehicle .
Page 802 800 INDEX Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....599 Mirrors ......146 Tonneau Cover .
Page 803 INDEX 801 Uconnect® Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .284 Customer Programmable Features ...350 Warnings and Cautions..... . .6 Uconnect®...
Page 804 802 INDEX Rear Sliding ......246 Windshield Wiper Blades ....705 Reset Auto-Up .
Page 805 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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