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RAM ProMaster 2014 Supplement Manual

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  • Page 1 2 0 1 4 P r o M a s t e r D I E S E L S U P P L E M E N T...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or name Chrysler Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..4...
  • Page 6 4 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output such as whether Chrysler Group LLC welcomes you as a turbocharged or not performance-enhancing powertrain components, diesel-powered vehicle owner. Your diesel vehicle will commonly referred to as downloaders, power boxes, or sound, feel, drive and operate differently from a gasoline- performance chips have been used.

  • Page 7: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..6...
  • Page 8 6 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due engine is at full efficiency.

  • Page 9: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ... .8...
  • Page 10 8 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 15 mph (25 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 105 mph (170 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control Lever is located on the left side of the steering column.

  • Page 11: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....10 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) ......24 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    10 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 13: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS The failure relating to this light could be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break in the 1. Speedometer electrical connection. The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per 4.
  • Page 14 12 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Odometer/Trip Odometer/Electronic Vehicle Informa- Shift Lever Position/Transmission Gear Range tion Center (EVIC) Display Area The transmission gear range “R, N, D, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6” is displayed in the EVIC whenever the engine is running. With This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has key on/engine off, the display may indicate the shift lever been driven.
  • Page 15 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 The failure relating to these lights could be: one or more 11. Tachometer blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break in the The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions electrical connection. Per Minute (RPM x 1000). 9.
  • Page 16 14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Oil Pressure Warning Light 14. Charging System Light — If Equipped This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This light shows the status of the electrical charg- light should turn on momentarily when the engine is ing system.
  • Page 17 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
  • Page 18 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the suggests a potential engine control problem and the need ON/RUN position.
  • Page 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17 17. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
  • Page 20 18 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Engine Temperature Warning Light detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As completely stopped. The light should turn off. If the light engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge ap- remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single...
  • Page 21 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 • Water In Fuel Presence 21. Low Fuel Light • Fuel Cutoff Intervention When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.3 L) • “ENGINE MINIMUM OIL LEVEL” this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. •...
  • Page 22 20 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to Each tire, including the spare (if provided), maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has should be checked monthly when cold and in- not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS flated to the inflation pressure recommended by...
  • Page 23 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alter- NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to Tire” message in the Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- function properly.
  • Page 24 22 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see Light your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
  • Page 25 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 29. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 30. Vehicle Security Light This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System If during starting, the key code is not correctly (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition recognized, the Vehicle Security Light comes switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and on in the instrument panel.

  • Page 26: Center (Evic)

    24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 32. Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator — If ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER Equipped (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- The Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the will illuminate if the vehicle is low on Diesel instrument cluster.

  • Page 27: Evic - Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25 The system allows the driver to select information by EVIC — Displays pressing the following buttons mounted on the instru- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages ment panel to the left of the steering column: • Exhaust Filter Full Safely Exhaust Filter Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy –...
  • Page 28 26 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • “Exhaust Filter Full – Power Reduced See Dealer” — Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Messages The PCM derates the engine to limit the likelihood of • First low level warning will be given at remaining permanent damage PCM strong derate and ETC light 500 miles ( additional 500 miles are kept as reserve), starts blinking to the after-treatment system.
  • Page 29 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 • After 100 miles continuous message display with • Manual unavailable chimes will be there on dashboard • Automatic unavailable • After these 200 miles vehicle’s speed will be limited to • Reduce gear changes 5 mph •...

  • Page 31: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....31 ENGINE BLOCK/TRANSMISSION HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ......40 ▫...
  • Page 32 30 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL ......62 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ....67 ▫...

  • Page 33: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 31 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children). A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move The starter is allowed to crank for up to 10-second the vehicle.

  • Page 34: Normal Starting Procedure

    32 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting Procedure 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN/MAR posi- tion and watch the instrument panel cluster lights. The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL (N) position, and the brake pedal must be pressed, to allow engine CAUTION! cranking.

  • Page 35: Starting Fluids

    STARTING AND OPERATING 33 • Turn the key to the START/AVV position and hold it 6. Check that the oil pressure warning light has turned off. there for at least seven seconds with the brake de- pressed. The engine will start, and the transmission 7.

  • Page 36: Extreme Cold Weather

    34 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather WARNING! This vehicle has three heating elements; one engine block • Do not leave children or animals inside parked heater (a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may the engine) and two transmission heaters (one resistance cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 37: Normal Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 35 In the case of LOW temperature after Starting, the NORMAL OPERATION Automated Manual Transmission may not be able to Observe the following when the diesel engine is operating. engage first gear. In this case a message Shift not •...
  • Page 38 36 STARTING AND OPERATING • Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel is a blend of Number 2 Ultra Low Sulfur and Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels which reduces the temperature at which wax crystals form in fuel. • The fuel grade should be clearly marked on the pump at the fuel station.

  • Page 39: Engine Idling

    STARTING AND OPERATING 37 Engine Warm-Up Stopping The Engine Avoid full throttle operation when the engine is cold. Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown. When starting a cold engine, bring the engine up to After full load operation, idle the engine three to five operating speed slowly to allow the oil pressure to minutes before shutting it down.

  • Page 40: Cooling System Tips - Automated Manual Transmission

    38 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System Tips — Automated Manual Idle Time Turbo- Transmission (min.) Driving charger Load Before To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Condition Tempera- Engine heating in high ambient temperature conditions, take the ture Shutdown following actions: Stop and Empty...
  • Page 41 STARTING AND OPERATING 39 Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts Pressure All engine failures give some warning before the parts If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while fail.

  • Page 42: Engine Block/Transmission Heater - If Equipped

    40 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK/TRANSMISSION HEATER — IF and should be plugged in two hours prior to start. Its use EQUIPPED is required for cold starts with temperatures under -17°F (-27°C). To ensure reliable starting/operating at these tempera- tures, use of an externally powered electric engine block/ In the case of LOW temperature after Starting, the transmission heater (available from your authorized Automated Manual Transmission may not be able to...

  • Page 43: Automated Manual Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 41 AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOTE: In either mode, there is no clutch pedal; the electronic system always controls the clutch operation. WARNING! Shift Lever/Transmission Gear Position You or others could be injured if you leave the The transmission shift lever has REVERSE (R), NEU- vehicle unattended without fully applying the park- TRAL (N), DRIVE (D) and MANUAL (M) positions.
  • Page 44 42 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To drive, press the brake pedal and start the engine, then move the shift lever from NEUTRAL (N) to the DRIVE • The Automated Manual Transmission must be in (D) position for automatic mode, the MANUAL (M) NEUTRAL (N) to start the vehicle.

  • Page 45: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 43 Only shift into DRIVE (D) or REVERSE (R) when the NOTE: If the vehicle is moving, REVERSE engagement accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. It will only occur if the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph is necessary to keep your foot on the brake pedal when (3 km/h).
  • Page 46 44 STARTING AND OPERATING With the engine running, you may shift to NEUTRAL (N) To operate in DRIVE (D) (Automatic mode): at any time if the accelerator pedal is released. Attempt- • Press and hold the brake pedal. ing to shift to NEUTRAL when the accelerator pedal is •...
  • Page 47 STARTING AND OPERATING 45 • In Automatic Mode, the Automated Manual Transmis- When in DRIVE (D) the transmission will shift gears automatically, the Automated Manual Transmission uses sion adapts the gear changing strategy evaluating the a geartrain and clutch similar to a other manual trans- road condition such as slopes in the road.
  • Page 48 46 STARTING AND OPERATING • Before and after the engine is started, you may hear a To operate in MANUAL (M) mode: hydraulic pump for a short period of time. This noise • Press and hold the brake pedal. is normal and will not damage the transmission. •...
  • Page 49 STARTING AND OPERATING 47 • The system will shift down through the gears auto- Warning Buzzers matically (to prevent engine lugging) during closed- To provide awareness, a warning buzzer sounds when throttle decelerations. the vehicle is parked with the transmission in NEUTRAL •...
  • Page 50 48 STARTING AND OPERATING • The brake pedal is pressed for longer than 10 minutes. When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode • The driver’s door is opened and the accelerator and When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- brake are not operated for at least 1.5 seconds.

  • Page 51: Parking The Vehicle

    STARTING AND OPERATING 49 Parking The Vehicle NOTE: NEVER leave your vehicle with the gearbox in NEUTRAL (N) without the parking brake engaged. Al- WARNING! ways remember to fully apply your parking brake. Always remember to set the parking brake when the “Set You or others could be injured if you leave the Park Brake”...
  • Page 52 50 STARTING AND OPERATING • To avoid accelerated clutch wear, do not use the accelera- • Although very inadvisable, if the vehicle is unexpectedly tor to keep the vehicle at a standstill (for example, holding allowed to roll downhill with the gearbox in NEUTRAL on a hill);...

  • Page 53: Instrument Cluster Messages

    STARTING AND OPERATING 51 Instrument Cluster Messages Messages will be displayed in the instrument cluster to alert the driver when certain unusual conditions occur. These messages are described below. MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Transmission/Gearbox Fault (Red) When the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN/MAR, the Transmission Fault Indicator light turns on and should go off after a few seconds.
  • Page 54 52 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Manual Mode Not Available MANUAL (M) mode is not available, due to a fault or other condition. Use the DRIVE (D) position to operate the vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer if the message continues to appear. Automatic Mode Not Available Automatic (DRIVE) mode is not available due to a fault or other condition.
  • Page 55 STARTING AND OPERATING 53 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Press Brake Pedal Delayed Startup This messages appears when the key is first turned ON, if the brake is fault and/or the shift lever is not in NEUTRAL (N). The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL (N) position, and the brake pedal must be pressed, to allow engine cranking.
  • Page 56 54 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Shift Not Allowed This message appears, together with a warning buzzer, when the system will not allow a gear change requested by the driver (for example, that would cause engine overspeed or transmission damage). This message may also appear when starting the engine at low tempera- ture.
  • Page 57 STARTING AND OPERATING 55 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Shift To Neutral This message appears, together with a warning buzzer, when the shift lever must be moved to the NEUTRAL (N) position. When the shift lever is moved to NEUTRAL (N) the message on the display should go off.

  • Page 58: Towing The Vehicle

    56 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing The Vehicle CAUTION! (Continued) • The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. quirements can cause severe engine, transmission, or drivetrain damage.
  • Page 59 STARTING AND OPERATING 57 For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water. If water is ASTM (formerly known as the American Society for detected in the water separator while the engine is Testing and Materials) specification D-975 Grade S15 will running or while the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN provide good performance.

  • Page 60: Fuel Specifications

    58 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline on If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a your diesel vehicle, do not start the vehicle. If you “Service Fuel Filter” message displays, DO NOT restart your vehicle you risk damage the engine and START engine before you drain the water from the fuel system.

  • Page 61: Biodiesel Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 59 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements CAUTION! A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM speci- Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for fication D975 is recommended for use with your diesel vehicles operating on biodiesel blends greater than engine.
  • Page 62 60 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Quality — Must Comply With ASTM CAUTION! Standards Use of blends greater than 20% is not approved. Use The quality of Biodiesel fuel may vary widely. Only fuel of blends greater than 20% can result in engine produced by a BQ9000 supplier to the following specifi- damage.
  • Page 63 STARTING AND OPERATING 61 Fuel Water Separation — Must Use Mopar schedule. When routinely operating on biofuels greater Approved Fuel Filter Elements that 5% and less than 20%, oil and filter replacement intervals must not exceed 10,000 miles (16 093 km) or 6 Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water months, which ever comes first.

  • Page 64: Adding Fuel

    62 STARTING AND OPERATING • Under no circumstances should fuel filter intervals exceed 20,000 miles (40 233 km), if regular operation occurs with greater than 5% and less than 20% bio- diesel blends. CAUTION! Failure to comply with these Oil Change and fuel filter requirements for vehicles operating on bio- diesel blends up to B20 may result in premature engine wear.

  • Page 65: Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 63 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable off” the fuel tank after filling. container that is on a truck bed. You could be burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground while NOTE: filling.

  • Page 66: Bulk Fuel Storage - Diesel Fuel

    64 STARTING AND OPERATING Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel WARNING! If you store quantities of fuel, good maintenance of the Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the stored fuel is also essential. Fuel contaminated with engine running. Engine operation causes high fuel water will promote the growth of “microbes.”...

  • Page 67: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    STARTING AND OPERATING 65 NOTE: When working with DEF, it is important to know DEF Fill Procedure that: NOTE: Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” • Any containers or parts that come into contact with in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type. DEF must be DEF compatible (plastic or stainless steel).
  • Page 68 66 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Remove cap from DEF filler neck (located on drivers CAUTION! (Continued) side of the vehicle in the fuel door). • Do not attempt to start your engine if DEF is 2. Insert DEF fill adapter/nozzle into DEF tank filler accidentally added to the diesel fuel tank as it can neck.

  • Page 69: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    STARTING AND OPERATING 67 Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID Your vehicle is equipped with a Selective Catalytic Reduc- Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), your tion system to meet the very stringent diesel emissions vehicle is equipped with an automatic DEF heating standards required by the Environmental Protection Agency.

  • Page 70: System Overview

    68 STARTING AND OPERATING System Overview The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while This vehicle is equipped with a Diesel Exhaust Fluid maintaining outstanding fuel economy, drivability, (DEF) injection system and a Selective Catalytic Reduc- torque and power ratings.

  • Page 71: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 69 TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 72 70 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
  • Page 73 STARTING AND OPERATING 71 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
  • Page 74 72 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Industry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
  • Page 75 STARTING AND OPERATING 73 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Max. GCWR GAWR Max. GTW Engine/ (Gross Max. (Gross Frontal (Gross (Gross Transmis- Versions Combined Tongue Vehicle Area Axle Trailer sion Weight Weight Weight) Weight Weight) Rating) Rating) 3.0L Diesel/ 9,350 lbs 12,500 lbs H1 45.3 sq...
  • Page 76 74 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of and Loading Information placard.
  • Page 77 STARTING AND OPERATING 75 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer. train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
  • Page 78 76 STARTING AND OPERATING Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
  • Page 79 STARTING AND OPERATING 77 • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- WARNING! (Continued) sures before trailer usage. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage vehicle and the trailer such that the following four before towing a trailer.
  • Page 80 78 STARTING AND OPERATING • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! (Continued) required when towing a trailer with electronically • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with distance. When towing you should allow for addi- a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle brake controller is not required.
  • Page 81 STARTING AND OPERATING 79 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
  • Page 82 80 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...

  • Page 83: Towing Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 81 Towing Tips Tow/Haul Mode Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, To reduce the potential for transmission overheating, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from activate the “TOW/HAUL” feature when using DRIVE heavy traffic.
  • Page 84 82 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: City Driving When stopped for short periods, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. Highway Driving Reduce speed. Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily.

  • Page 85: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Batteries ....92 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL ..84 ▫ Cooling System ..... . .93 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .

  • Page 86: Engine Compartment - 3.0L Diesel

    84 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL 1 — Washer Solvent Reservoir 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Power Steering Reservoir 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Jump Starting Location 3 —...

  • Page 87: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 85 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.

  • Page 88: Engine Oil

    86 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- mends engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-11106, and that are approved to ACEA C3.
  • Page 89 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will Change Engine Oil improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Add oil Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper only when the level on the dipstick is below the mini- maintenance intervals.

  • Page 90: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    88 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Only use ACEA C3 SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS-11106 or Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Pennzoil Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil, oil filters from your vehicle.

  • Page 91: Draining Fuel Filter/Water Separator

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be provides a measure of protection. Do not remove the used to assure most efficient service.

  • Page 92: Fuel Filter Replacement

    90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the Generic Warning Light comes on, a Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel Service Fuel Filter message displays and a single chime is heard with the ignition in the ON/RUN position or while WARNING! driving, there may there may be a problem with your •...
  • Page 93 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 91 3. Start the engine using the “Normal Starting” proce- CAUTION! dure. Refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel CAUTION! system.

  • Page 94: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow

    92 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Intervention Regeneration Strategy — EVIC WARNING! Message Process Flow A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over This engine meets all required diesel engine emissions materials that can burn. Such materials might be standards.

  • Page 95: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Cooling System CAUTION! WARNING! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the You or others can be badly burned by hot engine positive post and the negative cable is attached to the coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
  • Page 96 94 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a radiator core.
  • Page 97 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 95 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
  • Page 98 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant Adding Coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that allows trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below extended maintenance intervals.
  • Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 97 NOTE: The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could WARNING! lead to severe internal engine damage.
  • Page 100 98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.

  • Page 101: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 99 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a condenser clean.
  • Page 102 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine This could result in a accident. Parts”...

  • Page 103: Automated Manual Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Automated Manual Transmission WARNING! Checking Fluid Levels Used gear oil contains substances that are hazardous To check the gear oil and check/replace the hydraulic for the environment. It is advisable to have oil clutch operating system fluid, contact only your autho- changed by your authorized dealer where used oil rized dealer.

  • Page 104: Fluid Capacities

    102 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.0L Diesel Engine 24 Gallons 90 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 5 Gallons 18.9 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.0L Diesel Engine 9.5 Quarts 9.0 Liters Cooling System * 3.0L Diesel Engine With MTA Trans- 12.7 Quarts 12 Liters mission (MOPAR®...

  • Page 105: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 103 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil Only use ACEA C3 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS-11106 or Pennzoil Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil.
  • Page 106 104 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
  • Page 107 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 105 NOTE: If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below CAUTION! (Continued) 20°F or -7°C), or is required to operate at colder-than- coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling normal conditions for prolonged periods, use climatized system in an emergency, the cooling system will No.

  • Page 108: Chassis

    106 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part • Gearbox: Full synthetic 75W-85 manual transmission fluid meeting Automated Manual Transmission the API GL4 specification. • Control system: MOPAR® C Series DDCT SAE 75W Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent. •...

  • Page 109: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — B6 TO MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL ENGINE ......108 B20 BIODIESEL .
  • Page 110 108 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL ENGINE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your indicator system.
  • Page 111 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 109 Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By The Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and park brake. page for the required maintenance intervals. •...
  • Page 112 110 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart — Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
  • Page 113 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 111 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Check Transmission Actuation System Oil and Hydraulic Clutch Operating Oil Additional Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from fuel. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
  • Page 114 112 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace Hydraulic Clutch Oil every two years or 60,000 miles (96,000 km) which ever comes first. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
  • Page 115 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 113 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change Glow Plugs every five years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) which ever comes first. Change Automatic Belt ten- sioner every five years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) which ever comes first.
  • Page 116 114 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Change Timing Chain and Gear at 249,000 miles MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — B6 TO (400,000 km). B20 BIODIESEL NOTE: WARNING! • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals • You can be badly injured working on or around a exceed 10,000 miles (16 093km) or six months, which- motor vehicle.
  • Page 117 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 115 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By The master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed Oil Change Indicator System: • Check function of all interior and exterior lights •...
  • Page 118 116 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart — B6 To B20 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional B6 to B20 Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly.
  • Page 119 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 117 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 121: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 122 120 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .96 Capacities, Fluid ......102 Adding Fuel.
  • Page 123 INDEX 121 Diesel Exhaust Fluid ..... . .103 Idling ....... .37 Diesel Fuel.
  • Page 124 122 INDEX Diesel ....... .56 Hitches Filter ....... . .89 Trailer Towing .
  • Page 125 INDEX 123 Instrument Cluster ..... . .11 Dipstick .......86 Low Fuel .
  • Page 126 124 INDEX Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....8 Hitches .......72 Speedometer .
  • Page 127 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.
  • Page 128 Chrysler Group LLC 14VF-226-AB Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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