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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the and equipment that are either standard or optional on this name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ... .6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Van Conversions/Campers
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 oper- also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for 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 — IF EQUIPPED . .21 ▫ Ignition System ......12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ..26 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ ....39 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ..61 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....83 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition System Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Your vehicle may be equipped with either a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) which operates similar to a stan- Equipped dard ignition switch, or a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system.
Page 15 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 Put the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of Key Fob the Key Fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the and push to operate the ignition switch. 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 Emergency Key Removal (WIN) Emergency Key Removal Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Fob (KIN) NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinder with either side up.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Removing Key Fob From Ignition Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” automatic transmission). Turn the Key Fob to the OFF for further information.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 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 in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 20: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the a chime will sound to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 21: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 an invalid Key Fob to try to start the engine. Either of Replacement Keys these conditions will result in the engine being shut off NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the after two seconds.
Page 22: Customer Key Programming
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- Customer Key Programming rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 23: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Ve- power door locks, or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) hicle Security Alarm is activated, interior switches for transmitter to lock the doors.
Page 24: Security System Manual Override
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security Alarm will also disarm if a pro- ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED grammed Sentry Key is inserted into the ignition The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the switch.
Page 25: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into the ignition switch disables the system from responding • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving tesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system the “Dome ON”...
Page 26: Remote Unlock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Remote Unlock The Doors following procedure: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door (If EVIC is 1.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the following procedure: Vehicle Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the 1.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors Security Alarm System.
Page 29: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. Release both buttons at the same time. Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the least one second and release.
Page 30: Rke Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Vehicle) - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the The following conditions must be met for the vehicle to vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the lower remotely: Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted The vehicle must not already be in Entry/Exit (Park) ride...
Page 31: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To cancel vehicle lowering, press the Key Fob air suspen- NOTE: sion lowering button one time during the lowering pro- • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. cess. When vehicle lowering is cancelled the horn will See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate chirp two times and the hazard lights will flash four times.
Page 32: General Information
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- following conditions: niently from outside the vehicle while still...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • Hood closed WARNING! • HAZARD switch off • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped Press and release the REMOTE START button The following messages will display in the EVIC if the on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- onds.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • 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 36: Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • “Remote Start Active — Key To Run” will display in the DOOR LOCKS EVIC until you insert and turn the key to ON/RUN Manual Door Locks position. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lock (EVIC)”...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Front doors may be opened with the inside door handle WARNING! (Continued) without lifting the lock knob. • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking Doors locked before closing will remain locked when brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- closed.
Page 38: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped If you press the power door LOCK switch while the Key Fob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim power locks will not operate.
Page 39: Child-Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Auto Unlock Doors — If Equipped Child-Protection Door Lock This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when To provide a safer environment for children riding in the either front door is opened. This will occur only after the rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle vehicle has been shifted into the PARK position after the have the Child-Protection Door Lock system.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 41: Keyless Enter-N-Go
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front Transmitter In Vehicle driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all doors.
Page 44: Windows
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Windows – If Equipped 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 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 The control on the left front door panel has UP-DOWN WARNING! switches that give you fingertip control of all power • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto-Down To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. Both the driver and front passenger window switch have an Auto-Down feature. Press the window switch past the To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent, release, and the window will go down first detent and release when you want the window to stop.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Reset Auto-Up rear passenger doors, press the window LOCK button into the latched or down position. To enable the window Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window controls, press the window LOCK button again and probably needs to be reset.
Page 48: Wind Buffeting
46 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 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • All seat belt systems (except driver’s and second row NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage center position) include Automatic Locking Retractors inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different (ALRs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position rates of inflation based on several factors, including the by extending the belt all the way out and then adjust-...
Page 50 48 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 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- severe injuries in a collision.
Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belts
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! (Continued) of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 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 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pull the black buckle latch plate forward from the cab back panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there is an audible “click”.
Page 59: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 60: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 61: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Driver Center Passenger WARNING! First Row • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. Second Row Cinch • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down and under the belt in a collision.
Page 62: Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not...
Page 63: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Energy Management Feature Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Management feature in the front seating positions to help Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on...
Page 64: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 65: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Seat Belt Extender dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and tivating BeltAlert .
Page 66: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, they are Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for located above the side windows and their covers are also Advanced Air Bags.
Page 68: Air Bag System Components
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Air Bag System Components • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) — if Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: equipped •...
Page 69: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides on the instrument panel, because any such objects output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) — If Equipped Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag is marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC air bags may offer side-impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side- impact head injuries.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects but they will open during air bag deployment. between you and the side air bags;...
Page 73: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Always sit upright as possible with your back against the The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the appro- required for this vehicle.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the stantial vehicle damage —...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is Inflator Units noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag tics also record the nature of the malfunction.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units — If Equipped (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de- During collisions where the impact is confined to a signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of the battery has power or until the ignition key is whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The LED light located between the Assist and 9-1-1 NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s buttons on the Rearview Mirror will turn green once a 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 operator connection to a 9-1-1 operator has been made;...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., could cause the air bag system to fail when you fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions need it.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the 9-1-1 Call system detects a malfunction, any of the WARNING! following may occur at the time the malfunction is • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you detected, and at the beginning of each ignition cycle: will not have 9-1-1 Call services.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Equipment malfunction at the 9-1-1 operator facility; Even if the 9-1-1 Call system is fully functional, factors beyond Chrysler Group LLC’s control may prevent or • Operator error by the 9-1-1 operator; stop the 9-1-1 Call system operation.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. • The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause Operation is subject to the following two conditions: abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye Maintaining Your Air Bag System irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation WARNING! continues, see your doctor.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 85: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 86: Child Restraints
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a Child Restraints non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- times, including babies and children.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear weight limits of their child restraint...
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Infants And Child Restraints their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- reach the highest weight or height allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- infant or child restraint.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
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...
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 Standard Cab Quad Cab /Crew Cab Full Bench 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 the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the 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 a Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with 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 install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in...
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Mega Cab /Standard Cab What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using a Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with 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 install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in...
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 an- chorages behind the front center and right seats. Quad Cab , Mega Cab and Crew Cab models have tether strap anchorages located 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 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Improper installation of a child restraint to the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re-...
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 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
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 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 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 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 122: Safety Tips
120 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
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 belt system periodically, checking for cuts,...
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 ▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming MIRRORS ......132 Mirror —...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ... .159 ▫ Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ... .185 ▫...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ▫ Multifunction Lever ....211 LIGHTS ......202 ▫...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ ParkSense Display ....225 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED . .217 ▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..230 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express....248 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED..238 ▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink . . .239 ▫...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Storage (Regular Cab) ....266 CUPHOLDERS ......257 ▫...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ▫ Bed Extender — If Equipped ... . .280 EASY-OFF TAILGATE ....289 ▫...
Page 134: Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror 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: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Automatic Dimming 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 136: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display — 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.
Page 137: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 138: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls Power Mirror Controls Location 1 —...
Page 139: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 To adjust a mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) Heated Mirrors — If Equipped button to select the mirror that you want to adjust. These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move...
Page 140: Illuminated Vanity Mirror - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 141: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or outboard, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped in or out).
Page 142: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED entering an automated car wash. Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror vehicle communications system.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.
Page 144: Operation
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ Actual button location may vary with the ra- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone dio. The individual buttons are described in the menu structure.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the To activate the Uconnect™ Phone, simply press the compound form of the voice command is given. You button and follow the audible prompts for directions. can also break the commands into parts and say each Uconnect™...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile •...
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • The system will prompt you to say the name of the Dial By Saying A Number person you want to call. • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- Uconnect™...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
Page 152: Phone Call Features
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook Phone Call Features • Press the The following features can be accessed through the button to begin. Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to Currently In Progress call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the but- hold), press and hold the button until you hear a ton.
Page 155: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance NOTE: • The emergency number dialed is based on the country If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 NOTE: WARNING! • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To use your Uconnect™ Phone System in an emer- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 gency, your mobile phone must be: for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 for •...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Mail Calling button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you with Automated Systems”.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ network configurations.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 161: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Mobile Phone Names • Press the Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say The Uconnect™ Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect™...
Page 162: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select Another Mobile Phone Delete Uconnect™ Phone Paired Mobile Phones • Press the This feature allows you to select and start using another button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect™ Phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Voice Training For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- running, all windows closed, and the blower fan ing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect™...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though the system is designed for users speaking Voice Command in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to cents, the system may not always work for some. provide at least ½...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Read Messages: Send Messages: If you receive a new text message while your phone is You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send connected to Uconnect™ Phone, an announcement will a new message: be made to notify you that you have a new text message.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection the system from announcing the new incoming messages.
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Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) call zero cancel confirmation prompts continue three delete four dial five download edit seven emergency eight English nine erase all star (*) Espanol plus (+) Francais pound (#) help add location home...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up phone settings or phone set up mute off towing assistance new entry transfer call Uconnect™...
Page 174: General Information
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the This Voice Command system allows you to following conditions: control your AM, FM radio, disc player, and a •...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 176: Commands
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Com- mand system is speaking.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) Radio Am (Or Radio Long Wave Or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. •...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Disc – “Continue” (to continue recording) – “Delete” (to delete the recording) To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — During the playback you may press the Voice Com- •...
Page 179: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 • “Switch to system setup” Voice Training • “Change to setup” For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ • “Main menu setup” or Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. •...
Page 180: Seats
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with an eight-way power vehicle. driver’s seat. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
Page 182: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of move in the direction of the switch.
Page 184: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 185: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Heated Seats — If Equipped Front Heated Seats On some models, the front and rear seats may be There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and and passenger to operate the seats independently.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Vehicle Equipped With Remote Start • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within On models that are equipped with remote start, the two to five minutes. driver’s heated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start.
Page 187: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Press the switch once to select HIGH-level Ventilated Seats — If Equipped heating. Press the switch a second time to select On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are LOW-level heating. Press the switch a third ventilated.
Page 188: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models equipped with remote start, the drivers ventilated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start.
Page 189: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 While sitting in the seat, pull up on the handle and slide Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped the seat forward or backward. Release the bar once you Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The have reached the desired position.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback to have reached the desired position.
Page 191: 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 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 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) — If Equipped 2. Fold the seatback forward. Both the left and right rear seatbacks can be folded down and used as a table. To fold down either rear seatback: 1.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Folding Rear Seat — If Equipped To fold either rear seat flat: Both the outboard rear seats will drop and move forward 1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of either when the seatback is folded flat.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fold the seatback down and push the seat forward. 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 195: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Head Restraints Front Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head by restricting head movement in the event of a rear restraint.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Head Restraints NOTE: • The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab and Quad The two outboard seat are equipped with adjustable head restraints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the Cab) has only one adjustment position that is used to head restraint.
Page 197: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED The memory seat buttons are located on the outboard side of the drivers seat cushion. The memory seat buttons This feature allows the driver to store up to two different are located on the outboard side of the drivers seat memory profiles for easy recall through a memory cushion.
Page 198: Programming The Memory Feature
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming The Memory Feature Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the 1. Insert the ignition key fob, and turn the ignition switch following: to the ON/RUN position. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go 2.
Page 199: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in Your RKE transmitters can be programmed to recall one PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a of two pre-programmed memory profiles by pressing the memory profile.
Page 200: Memory Position Recall
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To program your RKE transmitters, perform the following: Memory Position Recall 1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or change the NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with Keyless positions.
Page 201: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 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 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 203: To Open And Close The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released. release it, 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 204: Lights
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 205: Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog Headlights light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as switch clockwise to the headlight position.
Page 206: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped When the system is on, the Headlight Delay feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on for up to This system automatically turns the headlights on or off 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the OFF according to ambient light levels.
Page 207: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped the ignition is turned OFF while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight engine is started and the transmission is in any gear switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON.
Page 208: Fog Lights - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. The fog lights are turned on by rotating the headlight An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will switch to the parking light or headlight position and illuminate when the fog lights are on.
Page 209: Battery Saver
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Battery Saver Interior Lights To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the bottom of the switch) is rotated to the far If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE odometer, trip odometer, radio and overhead console by Courtesy/Reading Lights rotating the control to the right until you hear a click. This Both lights in the overhead console and rear passenger feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when compartment will illuminate as courtesy lights when a headlights are required during the day.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Front Courtesy/Reading Lights 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. If the interior lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, they will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.
Page 212: Cargo Light
210 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 213: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 The cargo lights will also turn on for approximately 30 seconds when a RKE transmitter UNLOCK button is pressed, as part of the Illuminated Entry feature. Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 214: Lane Change Assist
212 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 215: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past Windshield Wipers the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past multifunction lever.
Page 216: Windshield Washers
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to could lead to a collision. You might not see other the second detent.
Page 217: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
Page 218: Tilt Steering Column
216 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 219: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Ad- justing the steering column while driving or driving 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 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The heated steering wheel switch is located on the switch WARNING! bank below the climate controls. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Press the switch to turn on the heated because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, steering wheel.
Page 221: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. This feature allows the brake, accelerator, and clutch pedals (if equipped) to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel.
Page 222: Electronic Speed Control
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable WARNING! Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Ad- justable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”. Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have an accident.
Page 223: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 224: To Set A Desired Speed
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 225: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills (1.6 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Page 226: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense Sensors EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is and audible indications of the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
Page 227: Parksense Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 The ParkSense Warning screen is located within the Elec- ParkSense Display tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides visual When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/ will turn ON indicating the system status.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and or right rear regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle. If an object is detected in the left and or right rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the left and or right rear region and the system will produce a tone.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Single 1/2 Second Tone Slow Tone...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 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 operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 232: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with a switch When the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System is malfunc- located in the switch bank of the instrument panel. The tioning, the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, system can only be enabled and disabled with a switch.
Page 233: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS ParkSense System Usage Precautions appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center NOTE: (EVIC) make sure the outer surface of the rear fascia/ • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction, and then cycle the ignition.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense , when on, will reduce the volume of the • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense radio when it is sounding a tone. should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 235: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Also, the sensors could detect the ball mount and • Drivers must be careful when backing up even hitch ball assembly, depending on its size and when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always shape, giving a false indication that an obstacle is check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind behind the vehicle.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear WARNING! camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always Active guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to the width of the vehicle and its projected backup path...
Page 237: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touchscreen Radio (5.0" Display)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With CAUTION! (Continued) Touchscreen Radio (8.4” display) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be 1. Turn the Radio on. driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 238: Courtesy/Reading Lights
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Power Sliding Rear Window Switch — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights • Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Both lights in the overhead console and rear passenger compartment will illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position (full right position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry...
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Front Courtesy/Reading Lights 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. If the interior lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, they will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.
Page 240: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
238 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 241: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE opener. It is NOT the button that is normally used to 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. open and close the door. The name and color of the 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to button may vary by manufacturer.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can usually repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to erase the channels.
Page 244: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Non-Rolling Code NOTE: • It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in some cased For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995. for the channel to train. • If the EVIC displays “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat from 1.
Page 245: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, mission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink follow these steps: to pick up the signal during programming.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for button while you press and release (“cycle”), your programming, plug it back in at this time. hand-held transmitter every two seconds. Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 4.
Page 247: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 Using HomeLink Troubleshooting Tips To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here button. Activation will now occur for the programmed are some of the most common solutions: device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security •...
Page 248: General Information
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
Page 249: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in console between the courtesy/reading lights. the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
Page 250: Opening Sunroof - Express
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express Closing Sunroof — Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
Page 251: Pinch Protect Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 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 252: Sunroof Maintenance
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following CAUTION! locations: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts • Lower left and lower right of the center stack when (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Center console when equipped with bucket seats. Power Outlet — Upper Lid • Rear of the center console storage compartment — Power Outlet — Center Console • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment — Quad Cab or Crew Cab.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Power Outlet — Rear Center Console Power Outlet Fuse Locations The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply 1 — M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Seat (Opt) or with power when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- Console Rear tions.
Page 256: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the battery even more quickly.
Page 257: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 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 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings radio. In the Settings Menu, touch the switch soft-key one on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. time to turn the outlet on. Touch the switch soft-key a second time to turn the power outlet off.
Page 259: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — (40–20–40 Seats) The cupholders are located in the pull-out tray at the bottom of the center stack. The pull-out tray must be secured when opened. To secure the tray push down until it “clicks”.
Page 260: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
258 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 cup- For vehicles equipped with bucket seats and a floor holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passenger mounted shifter there are two cupholders located in the convenience.
Page 261: Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab STORAGE Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders Glove Box Storage located in the center armrest. The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper glove box push upward on the handle release. The glove box door will automatically open. Glove Box 1 — Upper Glove Box Upper Glove Box 2 — Lower Glove Box...
Page 263: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 To open the lower glove box, pull on the handle to release Door Storage the latch and lower the door. Front Door Storage — If Equipped Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) are located in the door trim panels.
Page 264: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Door Storage — Crew Cab Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped Storage compartments are located in both the driver and The center storage compartment is located between the passenger door trim panels. driver and passenger seats.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 WARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or a collision. Only use the center seat- ing position when the armrest is fully upright. •...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.
Page 267: Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 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 268: Seatback Storage
266 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 269: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 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 270: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab REAR WINDOW FEATURES Models) Rear Window Defroster Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag The rear window defroster button is located on handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the climate control panel.
Page 271: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped CAUTION! The switch for the power sliding rear window is located Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to on the overhead console. the heating elements: •...
Page 272: Manual Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
270 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 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the load floor unfolds into position. the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not drive with the load floor in the up position. When stopping fast or in an accident, the load floor could move to the down position causing serious injury. Load Floor Securing Straps 4.
Page 275: Pickup Box
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 PICKUP BOX NOTE: If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box, you must The pickup box has many features designed for utility use Mopar Box Reinforcement Brackets that are available and convenience.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • If you wish to carry more than 600 lbs (272 kg) of • The pickup box is intended for load carrying pur- material suspended above the wheelhouse, sup- poses only, not for passengers, who should sit in ports must be installed to transfer the weight of the seats and use seat belts.
Page 277: Rambox - If Equipped
The cargo storage bins provide watertight, lockable, RamBox Cargo Storage Bins illuminated storage for up to 150 lbs (68 kg) for 1500 se- ries vehicles or 300 lbs (136 kg) for 2500 and 3500 series vehicles of evenly distributed cargo.
Page 278 • 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, press and release the button located on the lid.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 CAUTION! Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehicle battery to discharge. If the lid is required to stay open for extended periods of time, it is recommended that the bin lights be turned off manually using the on/off switch.
Page 280: Rambox Safety Warning
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Provisions are provided in the bins for cargo CAUTION! dividers and shelf supports. These accessories (in addi- • Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before tion to other RamBox accessories) are available from MOPAR .
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 WARNING! (Continued) • In an accident, serious injury could result if the storage bin covers are not properly latched. • Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open. • Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 282: Bed Extender - If Equipped
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bed Extender — If Equipped The bed extender has three functional positions: • Storage Position • Divider Position • Extender Position Storage Position The storage position for the bed extender is at the front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed cargo area when not in use.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 2. With the side gates open, position the extender fully 3. Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard forward in the bed against the front panel. ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie down loops.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side Divider Position gates in the closed position. The divider position is intended for managing your cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around the bed.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 2. With the side gates open, position the extender so the outboard ends align with the intended slots in the sides of the bed. Center Handle And Lock 1 — Center Handle Lock 2 —...
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side Extender Position gates in the closed position. The extender position allows you to load the bed of the truck beyond the tail gate. The bed extender will add an additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of the truck when additional cargo room is needed.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 3. Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle. Extender Position To install the bed extender into the extender position perform the following: Extender Installation 1. Lower the tailgate. 2.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure WARNING! into place. To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage: • Cargo must be secured. • Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle. •...
Page 289: Bed Rail Tie-Down System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Bed Rail Tie-Down System CAUTION! The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of the load on each cleat should not exceed 45 degrees above horizontal, or damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE out on the cleat and slide it to the detent nearest the To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the cap by pushing up on the locking tab, located on the detent and tighten the nut.
Page 291: Slide-In Campers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Disconnecting the Rear Camera — If Equipped Camper Applications 1. Open the tailgate to access the rear camera connector bracket located on the rear sill. Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in campers.
Page 292: Removing The Tailgate
290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the connector bracket from the sill by press- 4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket (provided in the ing inward in the locking tab. glove box) to the chassis wiring harness and insert the bracket back into the sill.
Page 293: Locking Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 NOTE: Make sure tailgate is supported when removing 5. Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free the left side support cables. pivot. 6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle. NOTE: Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box.
Page 295: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....319 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..295 ▫...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .358 Equipped ......367 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —...
Page 297: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Gear Selector/Transfer Case Position Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 14 — Ignition Switch 3 — Radio 9 —...
Page 298: Instrument Cluster - Premium
296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 299: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 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 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light CAUTION! will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause dam- remain on until the vehicle is started.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 4. Turn Signal Indicators NOTE: The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various engine temperatures. This cycling operation is The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold when the turn signal lever is operated.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 8. Seat Belt Reminder Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight sec- proximately two seconds.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Oil Pressure Warning Light 12. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This indicator will illuminate when the park light should turn on momentarily when the engine is lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 16. 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 not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the Tire” message in the odometer (Base Cluster), or in the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) screen in- to continue to function properly.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 NOTE: In vehicles with 4.7L or 5.7L engines, the highest 22. TOW/HAUL available transmission gear is displayed in the lower The TOW HAUL button is located on the center right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center stack upper switch bank.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 Activation/ or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 309: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful The system allows the driver to select information by information by pressing the switches mounted on the pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering steering wheel.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • UP Arrow Button • RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to upward through the main menu and sub- access/select the information screens or sub- menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 312: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the Displays 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 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 8. 4WD Status As long as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. 9. Selectable Gauge 2 Examples of this message type are “Right Front Turn 10.
Page 314: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Five Second Unstored Messages Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes- position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 315: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Traction Control Off Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ • Washer Fluid Low 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) • Oil Pressure Low 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times •...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Parking Brake Engaged • Remote Start Active Key to Run • Brake Fluid Low • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Service Electronic Braking System • Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low • Engine Temperature Hot •...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled • Service Shifter • Door Open • Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling • Doors Open • Transmission Too cold Idle with Engine On • Trunk Open • Washer Fluid Low •...
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Suspension System Cooling Down Please Wait • Stop/Start Not Ready Fuel Level Low • Vehicle Cannot Be Lowered Door Open • Stop/Start Not Ready Steep Incline • Off Road 2 Watch For Clearance •...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 • Stop/Start Not Ready Rear Defrost Selected • Stop/Start Unavailable Service Battery • Stop/Start Not Ready Steering Wheel Turned • Stop/Start Unavailable Service Stop/Start System • Stop/Start Not Ready Passenger Door Open • Stop/Start To Restart Shift Out Of Park •...
Page 320: Evic Amber Telltales
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid tales. These telltales include: temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing.
Page 321: Evic Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Electronic Speed Control Ready EVIC Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This light will turn on when the electronic telltales include: speed control is ON. For further information, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Under- •...
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Light The light will come on when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- does not come on during starting, have the system ing system.
Page 323: Evic Green Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Engine Temperature Warning Light • Electric Power Steering Malfunction This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This telltale is on when the Electric Power tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- Steering is not operating and needs service. proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Page 324: Evic Selectable Menu Items
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Selectable Menu Items or DOWN arrow button to scroll through the following information sub-menus: Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the EVIC. Tire Pressure Digital Speedometer Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 If the Tire Pressure system requires service, “Service Tire Trip A Pressure System” is displayed. Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trip A icon is highlighted in Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be the EVIC.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy Stop/Start Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is high- button until the Stop/Start icon is highlighted lighted. Press the RIGHT arrow button and the in the EVIC.
Page 327: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Audio Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Audio display icon is high- For vehicles equipped a 3.5” EVIC screen lighted in the EVIC. Press and release the Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall RIGHT arrow button to display the active features when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to Enter Units Vehicle Settings Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. The following choices.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 FCW Sensitivity Park Assist System The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind be set to Far, set to Near or turned Off. The default status the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE of FCW is the Far setting.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blind Spot Alert Tilt Mirror In Reverse There are three selections when operating Blind Spot Alert. When this feature is selected and the shift lever is placed By pressing and releasing the SELECT button once, the in reverse gear, the side mirrors tilt downward to allow Blind Spot Alert feature can be activated in “Blind Spot: the driver to see into the previous blind spot and avoid...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 Hill Start Assist (HSA) Illuminated Approach When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate “Electronic Brake Control System” in “Starting And and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors Operating”...
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic High Beams — If Equipped Steering Directed Headlights When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights When this feature is selected and the headlights are on, will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To the Steering Directed Headlights will aim in the direction make your selection, press and release the SELECT that the vehicle is traveling.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Auto Lock Doors Horn with Remote Start When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button (24 km/h).
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Unlock Sequence If this feature is not selected then the memory seat, mirror, and radio settings can only return to the memory When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is selected, set position using the seat mounted switch. To make your only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the selection, press and release the SELECT button until a RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Remote Start Comfort Sys. Easy Exit Seat — If Equipped When this feature is selected and the remote start is When this feature is selected it provides automatic driver activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when enter- seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Key-Off Power Delay Aero Ride Height Mode When this feature is selected, the power window When this feature is selected the Ride Height will auto- switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD matically be adjusted depending on the vehicle speed. To video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), make your selection, press and release the SELECT and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes...
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Transport Mode Lights with Remote Lower When this feature is selected the air suspension system is When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn disabled to assist with flat bed towing. To make your signals will flash when the RKE transmitter REMOTE selection, press and release the SELECT button until a LOWER button is pressed.
Page 338: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trailer Brake Type Calibrate Compass When this feature is selected, the Trailer Brake Type can Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. be changed between “Light Electric” and “Heavy Elec- Compass Variance tric”. To make your selection, scroll up or down until the Refer to “Compass Display”...
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Upper Left Upper Right • None • None • Compass • Compass (default setting) • Outside Temp (default setting) • Outside Temp • Time • Time • Range To Empty (RTE) • Range To Empty (RTE) •...
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temp Lower Left • None (default setting) • Time • Compass • Range • Outside Temp • AVG MPG • Time • Current MPG • Range • Trailer Brake Gain • AVG MPG Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) •...
Page 341: Uconnect™ Access Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 Uconnect™ ACCESS SETTINGS Press the Screen Off hard-key to turn off the Uconnect™ Access screen. Press the Screen Off hard-key a second The Uconnect™ Access system uses a combination of soft time to turn the screen on. and 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 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Mode NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time. When in this display you may select one of the auto When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the display settings.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • 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 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will be available. will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a programmed route.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Set Time Minutes • Show Time In Status Bar When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To digital clock in the status bar.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Front Collision Sensitivity — If Equipped • Park Assist The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can be The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind set to Far, set to Near or turned Off. The default status of the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- FCW is the Far setting.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse system is activated and will only show a visual alert in the outside mirrors. When “Lights & Chime” mode is acti- When this feature is selected, the outside sideview mir- vated, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will show a visual rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN alert in the outside mirrors as well as an audible alert...
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView Backup Camera • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear When this feature is selected, the system will automati- Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever on the windshield.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped • Headlight Illumination On Approach There are four air suspension modes designed to protect When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is se- and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors lected to assist in changing a spare tire.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Dim High Beams “SmartBeam™” — If • Steering Directed Lights – If Equipped Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights turn relative When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights to a change in direction of the steering wheel. To make will deactivate automatically under certain conditions.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Doors & Locks a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key After pressing the Doors & Locks soft-key the following to return to the previous menu. settings will be available.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks • Passive Entry When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, only the This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and is used to unlock the door.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Easy Exit Seat • Headlight Off Delay This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds vehicle.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Paired Devices • Flash Lights with Remote Lower This feature shows which phones are paired to the When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information, refer signals will flash when the RKE transmitter REMOTE to the Uconnect™...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Suspension Display Messages • Transport Mode When All is selected, all the Air Suspension Alerts will be When this feature is selected the air suspension system is displayed. When Warnings Only is selected only the Air disabled to assist with flat bed towing.
Page 359: Uconnect™ Access Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Channel Skip Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- scription Information screen. SiriusXM™ can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver.
Page 360: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features.
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 source.
Page 362: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. precautions: 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become 1.
Page 363: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating your radio.
Page 364: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System 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 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Front Blower Control Temperature Control There are four blower speeds. Use this Use this control to regulate the tem- control to regulate the amount of air perature of the air inside the passenger forced through the system in any compartment.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Control (Air Direction) Bi-Level Mode Mode control allows you to choose Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. from several patterns of air distribu- NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any tion.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Mix Mode Recirculation Control Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side Press this button to choose between outside air window demist outlets. This setting works best in intake or recirculation of the air inside the cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at vehicle.
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Economy Mode mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor.
Page 369: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 MAX A/C For maximum cooling, when MAX A/C is selected the A/C is turned on automatically and the air is recirculated. 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.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect™ Media Center system screen. Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys Uconnect™ Media Center Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. Rear Defrost Button Soft-keys) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window 1. A/C Button defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window Press and release to change the current setting, the defroster is on.
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode CAUTION! (Continued) Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed window cleaners on the interior surface of the through the defrost and side window demister window.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 6. Blower Control Hard-key The blower speed increases as you turn the control Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower forced through the climate system. There are seven speed decreases as you turn the knob counter-clockwise.
Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Temperature Control Down Button 10. Passenger Temperature Controls Push the button for cooler temperature settings. Push the Up button for warmer temperature settings. Push the Down button for cooler temperature settings. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Dual Zone ATC, this 11.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 Automatic Operation NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for 1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide 2.
Page 376: Summer Operation
374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Recirculation Control Summer Operation When outside air contains smoke, odors, or The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant you may wish to recirculate interior air by to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect pressing the RECIRCULATION control button.
Page 377: Vacation/Storage
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Vacation/Storage the windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed. Do not use the Recirculation Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service mode without A/C for long periods, as fogging may (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air occur.
Page 378: Operating Tips Chart
376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Chart...
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....384 STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..389 ▫ Normal Starting..... . .384 ▫...
Page 380 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 5.7L Engine) — 1500 Models Only ..406 Display Messages .....450 ▫...
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..476 WAGON ONLY ......457 ▫...
Page 382 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) – POWER STEERING – 1500 Models ..502 If Equipped ......515 POWER STEERING- 2500/3500 Models .
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 ▫ Tire Spinning ......540 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION..532 ▫...
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire FLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) — IF Light Load Inflation Switch Description EQUIPPED ......566 (2500 Models) –...
Page 385 ▫ Certification Label ....572 ▫ 1500 Models Only .....597 ▫...
Page 386: Starting Procedures
384 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 387: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Tip Start Feature Normal Starting Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button briefly to the START position and release it. The starter 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. motor will continue to run but will automatically disen- gage when the engine is running.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 1.
Page 389: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time CAUTION! to change the ignition switch to the RUN position (EVIC displays “RUN”), To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 4.
Page 390: After Starting
388 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine shows no sign of starting after two WARNING! (Continued) 15-second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster held to the floor, the “Normal Starting” procedure should cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster be repeated.
Page 391: Stop/Start System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Automatic Mode The Stop/Start function is developed to save fuel and The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every normal reduce emissions. The system will stop the engine auto- customer engine start. It will remain in STOP/START matically during a vehicle stop if the required conditions NOT READY until you drive forward with a vehicle are met.
Page 392: Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Auto Stop
390 STARTING AND OPERATING • Actual cabin temperature is significantly different than 2. Vehicle speed must be less 3 mph (5 km/h). temperature set on Auto HVAC 3. Shifter must be in the NEUTRAL position and the • HVAC is set to full defrost mode clutch pedal must be fully released.
Page 393: To Start The Engine While In The Stop/Start Auto Stop Active Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 • Battery voltage drops too low To Start The Engine While In The STOP/START AUTO STOP ACTIVE Mode • Low brake vacuum e.g. after several brake pedal When the shift lever is in NEUTRAL, the engine will start applications when the clutch pedal is pressed.
Page 394: To Manually Turn Off The Start Stop System
392 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine may then only be restarted with an ignition 3. At the next vehicle stop (after turning off the STOP/ key cycle. The STOP/START KEY START REQUIRED START system) the engine will not be stopped. message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information 4.
Page 395: System Malfunction
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 System Malfunction 1500 Models If there is a malfunction in the STOP/START system, the The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on system will not shut down the engine. A SERVICE the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp STOP/START SYSTEM message will appear in the Elec- assembly.
Page 396: Automatic Transmission
394 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or Remember to disconnect the engine block heater DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 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 398: Key Ignition Park Interlock
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift lock which requires the transmission shifter to be in Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the transmission PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF shifter in PARK unless the brakes are applied.
Page 399: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Eight–Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art, fuel self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new efficient eight-speed transmission.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING shift lever to the left or right (-/+) (console shift on the Gear Ranges steering wheel) while in the DRIVE position will select DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or the highest available transmission gear, and will display NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added precau- • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from fob and lock your vehicle. PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with can damage the drivetrain.
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 NEUTRAL CAUTION! Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other periods with the engine running. The engine may be reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause started in this range.
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as Clutch” in this section). During extremely cold tempera- when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tures (-22°F [-30°C] or below), transmission operation tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or may be modified depending on engine and transmission while towing heavy trailers), use the shift control (refer to temperature as well as vehicle speed.
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your following steps: earliest possible convenience.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed. When the shifter switch is in the DRIVE position, the transmission will operate automatically, shifting between all available gears. Tapping the ERS (-) switch (on the steering wheel) will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the top available gear.
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+) switch until “D” is once again displayed in the transmis- sion gear position indicator in the instrument cluster. WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface.
Page 408: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (4.7L And 5.7L Engine) - 1500 Models Only
Six–Speed Automatic Transmission (4.7L And done when the accelerator pedal is released and the 5.7L Engine) — 1500 Models Only vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake The shift lever position display (located in the instrument pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 Gear Ranges transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precau- DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift lever of PARK or NEUTRAL locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If wanted movement. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- fob and lock your vehicle.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 • 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 shift lever position display and verify that must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF it indicates the PARK position.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE 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 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 Select (ERS) feature (refer to “Electronic Range Select In these conditions, torque converter slip can impose a (ERS Operation)” in this section) to select a lower gear significant additional heat load on the cooling system. range. Under these conditions, using a lower gear range Downshifting the transmission to the lowest possible will improve performance and extend transmission life gear (when climbing a grade), or shifting to NEUTRAL...
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the Transmission function is monitored electronically for following steps: abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 1.
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Use of ERS (or TOW/HAUL mode) also enables an mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your additional underdrive gear which is not normally used earliest possible convenience.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING gear in the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the top available gear. For example, if you are in DRIVE and are in third (direct) gear, when you tap the shift lever/switch one time in the (-) direction, the display will show 4 (ERS 4 is direct gear).
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 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 and accident or personal injury. NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the shift lever to the left (-) (console shift) or the ERS (-) switch down (column shift).
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due The automatic transmission includes an electronically to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL controlled Overdrive (fourth and fifth gears). The trans- mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- mission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if mission will automatically downshift (for engine brak-...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the NOTE: instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time transmission will not shift into the top overdrive gear, restores normal operation.
Page 420: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) - 2500/3500 Models Only
418 STARTING AND OPERATING Six–Speed Automatic Transmission Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be (5.7L Engine) — 2500/3500 Models Only done only when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake The shift lever position display (located in the instrument pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Gear Ranges When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If fob and lock your vehicle. •...
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE 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 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 If the transmission operating temperature exceeds normal Downshifting the transmission to the lowest possible operating limits, the powertrain controller will modify the gear (when climbing a grade), or shifting to NEUTRAL transmission shift schedule and expand the range of (when stopped in heavy traffic) can help to reduce this torque converter clutch engagement.
Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 5. Restart the engine. result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift lever is in the DRIVE position. For example, if you shift the transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission will never shift above third gear, but will shift down into second and first gear normally.
Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum WARNING! deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the ERS (-) switch down. The transmission will shift to the Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Overdrive Operation HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due The automatic transmission includes an electronically to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans- mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the mission will automatically downshift (for engine brak-...
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the NOTE: instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time transmission will not shift to sixth gear, until the restores normal operation.
Page 431: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF When additional traction is required, the 4H and 4L EQUIPPED positions can be used to lock the front and rear drive- shafts together and force the front and rear wheels to Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with either a manu- rotate at the same speed.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be approximately three times that of the 2H or 4H positions experienced due to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tire at a given road speed.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle 2H Or 4H To 4L completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned.
Page 435: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 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 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” in this Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights section for specific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and and 4WD LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery 4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate road surfaces only.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: WARNING! 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light” is 2.
Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends For additional information on the appropriate use of each on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each transfer case mode position, see the information below: wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the drivetrain.
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current position indicator Neutral - This range disengages both the front and rear light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light driveshafts from the powertrain.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or rear wheels switch to the desired position. are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the selected 4.
Page 441: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 NOTE: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) – If Equipped • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash located on the instrument panel.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case provides five For variable driving conditions, the 4WD AUTO mode mode positions: can be used. In this mode, the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle’s power is sent to the rear wheels. Four-wheel •...
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: by depressing the recessed button located on the lower 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch.
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends WARNING! on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the Always engage the parking brake when powering drivetrain.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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. Locks the front and rear drive- shafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate Rear-Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal at the same speed.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure 2WD To 4WD AUTO Or 4WD LOCK Rotate the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position. NOTE: Shifts between 2WD and 4WD AUTO and 4WD LOCK • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. Use either of position. the following procedures: 4.
Page 448: Air Suspension System - If Equipped
446 STARTING AND OPERATING AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM — 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. Air Suspension Switch 1 —...
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 • Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard To enter OR2, press the “Up” button twice from the NRH position of the suspension and is meant for normal position or once from the OR1 position while vehicle driving.
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle Height Mode, press the “Up” button once while in settings in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Entry/Exit or drive the vehicle over 15 mph (EVIC) or in the Uconnect™ Access 8.4 Radio (If (24 km/h).
Page 451: Air Suspension Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that the WARNING! air suspension system operates briefly, this is normal. The system is correcting the position of the vehicle to ensure The air suspension system uses a high pressure a proper appearance.
Page 452: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
450 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transport Mode NOTE: • To assist with flat bed towing the air suspension • If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/ system has a feature which will put the vehicle into disabling of air suspension features must be done Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic load through the radio.
Page 453: Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Operation Pressing the “DOWN” button once will move the sus- pension one position lower from the current level, as- The indicator lamps 3 through 6 will illuminate to show suming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN the current position of the vehicle.
Page 454: Axle Locker System
452 STARTING AND OPERATING • Normal Ride Height (NRH)/Aero Mode– Indicator AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM (2500 MODELS ONLY) — lamps 3 and 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is IF EQUIPPED in this position. This vehicle is equipped with electronically locking front •...
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 position, the rear axle is locked. In the FRONT/REAR CAUTION! LOCK position, the front and rear axles are locked. • Do not lock the front or rear axle on hard surfaced NOTE: Even when the axles are in the AXLE UNLOCK roads.
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Left to right wheel speed difference may be NOTE: The rear axle must be locked before the front axle necessary to allow the axle to fully lock. If the indicator will lock. light is flashing after placing the switch in the REAR To unlock the front axle;...
Page 457: Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER WAGON ONLY Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic disconnecting stabilizer/sway bar. This system allows greater front suspension travel in off-road situations. Due to the use of taller springs, this vehicle has an increased ride height of approximately 1.9 in (48.3 mm) in the front and 1.5 in (38.1 mm) in the rear.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING The switch has two positions; On-Road and Off-Road. The To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4HI or system is normally in the On-Road mode, indicated by a 4LO as shown in “Four Wheel Drive Operation” and press solid green light.
Page 459: Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 venture out, you should contact your local governmental WARNING! agency to determine the designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trails or recreation areas. You should always tread If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to On-Road lightly and only use established roads, trails or ORV mode, vehicle stability is greatly reduced.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 The Basics Of Off-Road Driving CAUTION! You will encounter many types of terrain driving off- Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle before proceeding.
Page 462: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
460 STARTING AND OPERATING • Snow – In heavy snow or for additional control and When To Use Low Range traction at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a When driving off-road, shift into 4L (Low Range) for low gear and shift the transfer case to 4L (Low Range) additional traction or to improve handling and control on if necessary.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 • Mud – Deep mud creates a great deal of suction abrupt maneuvers and maintaining the vehicle’s mo- around the tires and is very difficult to get through. mentum. If you are going to be driving on large soft You should use 4L (Low Range) with a gear low sandy areas or dunes, reduce your tire pressure to a enough to maintain your momentum without shifting.
Page 464: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
462 STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points) Using A Spotter While driving off road, you will encounter many types of There are many times where it is hard to see the obstacle terrain. These varying types of terrain bring different or determine the correct path.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 45-degree angle ahead of the front tires. Use the removed CAUTION! dirt to fill the rut ahead of the turnout you just created. • Never attempt to straddle a rock that is large You should now be able to drive out following the trench you just created at a 45-degree angle.
Page 466: Hill Climbing
464 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Climbing CAUTION! Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under- Do not attempt to cross a log with a greater diameter standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations. than the running ground clearance or the vehicle will Hills can cause serious problems.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 • Driving Up Hill – Once you have determined your WARNING! ability to proceed and have shifted into the appropri- ate gear, line your vehicle up for the straightest pos- Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn sible run.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING • If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway – If you stall WARNING! or begin to lose headway while climbing a steep hill, Do not descend a steep grade in NEUTRAL. Use allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately vehicle brakes in conjunction with engine braking.
Page 469: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 attempt to restart it. Determine if it has ingested water WARNING! (Continued) first. The key to any crossing is low and slow. You want hill in REVERSE. Never back down a hill in NEU- to use first gear in 4L (Low Range) and proceed very TRAL using only the vehicle brakes.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING • Before You Cross Any Type Of Water – As you • Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or Other approach any type of water you need to determine if Standing Water – Puddles, pools, flooded or other you can cross it safely and responsibly.
Page 471: Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 • Crossing Ditches, Streams, Shallow Rivers Or Other WARNING! Flowing Water – Flowing water can be extremely dan- gerous. Never attempt to cross a fast running stream or Never drive through fast moving deep water. It can river even in shallow water.
Page 472: Vehicle Recovery
470 STARTING AND OPERATING situation. It is easier and faster to let air out than it is to Vehicle Recovery replace it so, start high and lower it as required. Remem- If you drive off-road, you may encounter a situation ber you must return the tires to normal air pressure where you will need to recover your vehicle.
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 • Rock Cycling Your Vehicle – Rock cycling your ve- cycling your vehicle would be the first choice. If you have ample room, an additional vehicle and there is low risk of hicle is one of the easiest, fastest and most commonly vehicle impingement on the surroundings, then using a used methods.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING allow for a safe recovery. If necessary join two tow CAUTION! straps together using a 1 ½ inch hard wood dowel. This will keep the straps from becoming knotted and is Damage can occur when spinning your tires at an safer than using a clevis pin if the strap breaks.
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 great deal of control. It allows you to walk the vehicle WARNING! out of the situation in a slow controlled manner. This control works well for avoiding further vehicle dam- Never use tow straps with end hooks or link two age.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING Placing something over the strung out cable helps After Driving Off-Road keep the cable on the ground if it breaks. Next, place Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than the vehicle in first gear and apply a very light throttle does most on-road driving.
Page 477: Limited-Slip Differential
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 • 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 478: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
476 STARTING AND OPERATING The limited-slip differential is especially helpful during DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES slippery driving conditions. With both rear wheels on a Acceleration slippery surface, a slight application of the accelerator will supply maximum traction. When starting with only Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface, slight pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull...
Page 479: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 480: Shallow Standing Water
478 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause damage shallow standing water, consider the following Caution to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always and Warning before doing so. inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination CAUTION!
Page 481: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS WARNING! Care should be taken when attempting to climb steep • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- hills or driving diagonally across a hill or slope. If natural cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph obstacles force you to travel diagonally up or down a hill, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 482: After Driving Off-Road
480 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on After Driving Off-Road the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to the does most on-road driving.
Page 483: Winch Usage (Power Wagon Only) - If
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or WINCH USAGE (POWER WAGON ONLY) — IF similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake EQUIPPED rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected Things To Know Before Using Your Winch and cleaned as soon as possible.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING Tensioning The Wire Rope 3. Apply at least 500 lbs (227 kg) of tension to the rope while winding the rope. Always use care to ensure the The winch rope must be properly tensioned before use. rope does not pile up on one side of the drum and is Follow the instructions below to tension the rope: neatly wound onto the drum.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Low Voltage Interrupt Winch Motor Thermal Protection Your winch is equipped with a device that will interrupt Your winch is equipped with a thermal protection device winch function if the vehicle charging system voltage in the motor. If the winch is operated for an excessive drops to a low level.
Page 486: Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
484 STARTING AND OPERATING Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components...
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 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 488: Winch Accessories
486 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 489: Operating Your Winch
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Tree Trunk Protector: Typi- Operating Your Winch cally made of tough, high- quality nylon, it provides the WARNING! operator an attachment point Failure to observe any of these warnings regarding for the winch rope to a wide proper winch usage may result in severe injury.
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always stand clear of wire rope and load and keep • Never use bungee straps that develop tremendous others away during winching. and potentially dangerous amounts of force when • Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire stretched.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 General Information Vehicle Recovery Using The Winch Practice using your winch before you get stuck. Some key CAUTION! points to remember when using your winch are: • Always Know Your Winch: Take the time to fully 1.
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) • Always keep remote control lead clear of the drum, wire rope and rigging. • Inspect for cracks, pinches, frayed wires, or loose connections. Replace if damaged. • Be careful not to pull the Winch Cable Collar through the rollers.
Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 3. Disengage the clutch to allow free spooling of the 4. Free the winch hook and attach the hook strap. Free winch drum, rotate the clutch lever on the winch to the winch hook from its anchor point. Attach the hook disengage.
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 7. Attach the Clevis/D-shackle and Tree Trunk Protector. CAUTION! Attach the shackle to the two ends of the strap or chain and through the hook loop, being careful not to over Always be certain the anchor you select will with- tighten (tighten and back-off 1/2 turn).
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged. 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 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 12. Check wire rope. The wire rope should be neatly wound around the spooling drum. Improper wind- ing can cause damage to the wire rope. 11. Check your anchor. Make sure all connections are secured and free of debris before continuing with the winching procedure.
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING In certain situations you may de- behind or in front of the vehicle and never near the cide to throw a heavy blanket or wire rope or snatch block. Your situation may have similar object over the wire rope. A other no people zones.
Page 499 STARTING AND OPERATING 497 14. Begin winching. With the winching vehicles engine on and light tension already on the wire rope, begin winching slowly and steadily. Be sure that the wire rope is winding evenly and tightly around the spool- ing drum.
Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING • What to look for under load: The wire rope must 15. Secure vehicle. Once recovery of the vehicle’s is always spool onto the drum as indicated by the drum complete, be sure to secure the vehicle’s brakes and rotation decal on the winch.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 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 502: Rigging Techniques
500 STARTING AND OPERATING 18. Store the hook on the most outboard loop of the tow NOTE: Always store the remote control in a protected, hook. clean, dry area. 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.
Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 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 504: 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 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE WARNING! POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed the EVIC screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to be Continued operation with reduced or no power steering taken to the dealer for service.
Page 506: Power Steering- 2500/3500 Models
504 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING- 2500/3500 Models This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and it The standard power steering system will give you good does not in any way damage the steering system. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
Page 507: Power Steering Fluid Check- 2500/3500 Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Power Steering Fluid Check– 2500/3500 Models WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service interval is not required. The fluid should only be with the engine off to prevent injury from moving checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 508: Fuel Saver Technology (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
506 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY (IF EQUIPPED) — 5.7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required.
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.
Page 510: Brake System
508 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- repeated brake applications with the engine off), the ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or brakes will still function.
Page 511: 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The brake system power assist is provided by a hydro- The ABS aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control boost unit which shares fluid with the power steering under adverse braking conditions.
Page 512: Traction Control System (Tcs) - If Equipped
510 STARTING AND OPERATING wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to WARNING! (Continued) the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those even if TCS and ESC are in the “Partial Off” mode. Refer resulting from excessive speed in turns, following to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)”...
Page 513: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 To receive the benefit of BAS, you must apply continuous WARNING! (Continued) braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not • The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous desired.
Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING During operation, HSA will activate the brake control WARNING! system and a clicking noise may occur. If your foot is on the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than pedal movement.
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Towing And Hauling With HSA WARNING! The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded • If you use a trailer brake controller with your or towing a trailer unless the TOW/HAUL switch, lo- trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and cated on the center stack, is selected.
Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. With the engine running and the brake applied, rotate WARNING! (Continued) the steering wheel 180° counterclockwise from center. • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle 4. Press the “ESC Off” switch four times within 20 sec- on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK onds.
Page 517: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 EVIC Equipped Vehicles ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual HSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EVIC path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match equipped vehicle.
Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING All Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And Four-Wheel WARNING! Drive Vehicles In 2WD, 4WD AUTO, Or 4WD LOCK Modes Can Choose The Following ESC Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the Operating Modes: natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing ESC On road conditions.
Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 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 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING All Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD AUTO And NOTE: The “ESC OFF” message will display and the 4WD LOCK Modes Can Also Choose The Following audible chime will sound when the shift lever is placed into the PARK position from any other position and then ESC Operating Mode.
Page 521: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 “ESC Off” is the only operating mode for ESC in 4WD ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And LOW. Whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW or ESC OFF Indicator Light the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4WD LOCK The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator or NEUTRAL, to 4WD LOW, the ESC system will be in Light”...
Page 522: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc) - If Equipped
520 STARTING AND OPERATING The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 523: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Refer to “Trailer Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION further information. When TSC is functioning, the “ESP Tire Markings Off Indicator Light” will flash, the engine power may be reduced and you may feel the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 526 524 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 527: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 525 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 528: Tire Terminology And Definitions
526 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 529: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Term Definition Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as Pressure shown on the tire placard. Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehi- cle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 530 528 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) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 531 STARTING AND OPERATING 529 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531...
Page 534: Tires - General Information
532 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 535: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 533 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the able steering response.
Page 536 534 STARTING AND OPERATING The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. once a month.
Page 537: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 535 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 538: All Season Tires - If Equipped
536 STARTING AND OPERATING All Season Tires – If Equipped Snow Tires All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires summer, fall and winter). Traction levels may vary be- during the winter.
Page 539: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be ment tire and wheel as a spare, a non-matching tempo- poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Page 540: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a Do not install more than one compact spare tire and compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on...
Page 541: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 Full Size Spare – If Equipped vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the...
Page 542: Starting And Operating
540 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 543: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 541 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 544: Replacement Tires
542 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires It is recommended you contact your original equipment or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use characteristics.
Page 545: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 543 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION — WARNING! (Continued) IF EQUIPPED • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- capacity, other than what was originally equipped gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo.
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tions on the method of installation, operating following precautions: speed, and conditions for use. Always use the •...
Page 547 NOTE: trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted • On 4x2 and 4x4 1500 model trucks, the use of class “S” on the front and rear wheels of trucks equipped with snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of LT235/80R17 tires.
Page 548: Tire Rotation Recommendations
546 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 549: Directional Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 547 Directional Tires – If Equipped Dual Rear Wheels – If Equipped For the R/T package with 22” tires & wheels, tire rotation The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be must be performed with consideration of the tire rotation matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.
Page 550: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
548 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the 3500 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved direc- driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- tion of rotation. This is to accommodate the asym- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 552 550 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.
Page 553: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 551 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure and to maintain the proper pressure.
Page 554 552 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Service TPMS Warning The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will If a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitor- illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE ing Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and PRESSURE”...
Page 555: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 553 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. Premium System – If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to Vehicles with Full Size Spare monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 556 554 STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires. A spare with a pressure below the low-pressure limit will not cause the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 557 STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recom- value to indicate which sensor is not being received.
Page 558 556 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 559: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description (2500 Models) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 Vehicles with Full Size Spare Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description (2500 Models) – 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly If Equipped has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS. 2.
Page 560 558 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS tire light load inflation switch will allow the driver to switch between the max load inflation pressure (cold) low pressure warning threshold and the light load inflation pressure (cold) low pressure warning threshold depending on the vehicle’s load condition. The Tire and Loading Information label defines the recommended front and rear cold tire inflation pressures for the vehicle when operating in the Max Load condition.
Page 561 STARTING AND OPERATING 559 Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Operation – If Equipped • This vehicle may have different recommended tire pressure values between the front and rear tires as shown in both the Tire Loading Information Label and the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label. It is also equipped to be driven with tire pressures appro- priate to either a Light Load condition or the vehicle Max Load condition.
Page 562 560 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Information label. The Supplemental Tire Supplemental Tire Pressure Information label located on Pressure Information label is located on the rear face of the rear face of the driver door. Using an accurate tire the driver door opening. Use an accurate tire gauge to pressure gauge, re-check the tire pressures for the light check the tire pressures when lowering all four tire load inflation pressure (cold) value.
Page 563: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 561 To switch back to the max load inflation pressure (cold) General Information low pressure warning threshold, press the tire light load This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and inflation switch. It is not necessary to first fill the tires to RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 564: Fuel Requirements
562 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS performance. The use of premium gasoline is not recom- mended, as it will not provide any benefit over regular 3.6L And 4.7L Engine gasoline in these engines. These engines are designed to meet all Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to emissions regulations and provide excel- your engine.
Page 565: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 563 Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner Do not use gasolines containing Methanol or E-85 burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- and driveability problems and may damage critical cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
Page 566: Mmt In Gasoline
564 STARTING AND OPERATING If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 MMT In Gasoline fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is • operate in a lean mode blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
Page 567: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 565 Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to over- or other additives is not needed under normal conditions heat.
Page 568: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
566 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 569 STARTING AND OPERATING 567 subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to CAUTION! the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can gasoline-only powered vehicles.
Page 570: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
568 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. than 1/4 full •...
Page 571: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 569 • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully Starting compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 572: Replacement Parts
570 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 573 STARTING AND OPERATING 571 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 574: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
572 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. the message will appear the next time the vehicle is This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened started.
Page 575 STARTING AND OPERATING 573 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
Page 576 574 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 577: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 575 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 578 576 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) WARNING! The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle It is important that you do not exceed the maximum and trailer when weighed in combination. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 579 STARTING AND OPERATING 577 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 580 578 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability and braking performance and could result in an accident. • Weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 581 STARTING AND OPERATING 579 EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) EXAMPLE — Improper Adjustment of Weight- Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 582: Trailer Hitch Type And Maximum Trailer Weight
5,000 lbs (2268 kg) in the truck bed. It connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel Hitch - 1500 Model trailer with a coupling king pin. Class IV - 1500 Model 11,000 lbs (4989 kg) Gooseneck Hitch Class V - 2500/3500 17,000 lbs (7711 kg)
Page 583: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 581 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to a 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Ram 1500 4x2 SLT/Outdoorsman/Sport Laramie 3.6L V-6 Towing: 3,750 lbs –...
Page 584 582 STARTING AND OPERATING Ram 1500 4x4 SLT/Outdoorsman/Sport Laramie 4.7L V-8 Towing: 5,000 lbs Towing: 5,000 lbs – 6–Speed (2 268 kg) – std (2 268 kg) – std 7,400 lbs (3 356 kg) – max 7,450 lbs (3 379 kg) – max...
Page 585: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 583 NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http://www.ramtrucks.com • http://www.ramtruck.ca (Canada) Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 586: Towing Requirements
584 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 587 STARTING AND OPERATING 585 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 pos- the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 588 586 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 589 STARTING AND OPERATING 587 Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
Page 590 588 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing you should allow for addi- tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Page 591 STARTING AND OPERATING 589 The user interface consists of the following: If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), the “Trailer Brake Status Manual Brake Control Lever Indicator Light” will flash. Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to GAIN Adjustment Buttons (+/-) activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’s brakes.
Page 592 590 STARTING AND OPERATING Adjusting GAIN 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until System Setup appears on the screen. NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h).
Page 593 STARTING AND OPERATING 591 6. Press the SELECT button and then press the UP or NOTE: 1500 Models Only– Light Electric and Heavy DOWN buttons until the proper Trailer Brake Type Electric will only be available due to the tow capacities of appears on the screen.
Page 594 592 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Use the GAIN adjustment (+/-) buttons to increase or Light Heavy Light Heavy decrease the GAIN setting to the desired starting Electric Electric point. A GAIN setting of 5 is a good starting point. Type of Electric Electric Electric...
Page 595 STARTING AND OPERATING 593 EVIC Display Messages WARNING! The trailer brake control interacts with the Electronic Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Display messages, ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss along with a single chime, will be displayed when a of trailer braking.
Page 596 594 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 597: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 595 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 an adaptive drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 598 596 STARTING AND OPERATING If you regularly tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped continuous operation, then change the automatic trans- • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. mission fluid and filter(s) as specified for police, taxi, •...
Page 599: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING 597 Highway Driving SNOWPLOW Reduce speed. 1500 Models Only Air Conditioning NOTE: Do not use this model vehicle for snowplow applications. Turn off temporarily. Air Suspension System WARNING! To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should the air suspension system can be used.
Page 600: 2500/3500 Models Only
598 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly CAUTION! recommended that the owner/installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Body Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can Builders Guide. See your authorized dealer, installer or cause damage to the vehicle.
Page 601 STARTING AND OPERATING 599 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 602 600 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 603 STARTING AND OPERATING 601 NOTE: During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and drivetrain with outside temperature display, the display may show damage, the following precautions should be observed. higher temperatures than the outside ambient tempera- •...
Page 604: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
602 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 • • See Instructions Flat Tow NONE • Automatic transmission in PARK ALLOWED •...
Page 605: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 603 NOTE: Vehicles equipped with air suspension must be This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle lowered to the “Park” (lowest) level, and have automatic trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure: leveling disabled, before tying them down (from the 1.
Page 606: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
604 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Inter- cause severe transmission damage. Damage from nal damage to the transmission or transfer case will improper towing is not covered under the New occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 607 STARTING AND OPERATING 605 Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- recreational towing. quirements can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow- WARNING! ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 608 606 STARTING AND OPERATING • With electronic shift transfer case, press and hold the CAUTION! transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button. Some models have a small, recessed N button (at the center of the It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case switches) that must be pressed using a transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recre- ballpoint pen or similar object.
Page 609 STARTING AND OPERATING 607 • Steps 2 through 5 are requirements that must be met 9. Repeat steps 8 and 9 with automatic transmission in DRIVE or manual transmission in first gear. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
Page 610 608 STARTING AND OPERATING • With electronic shift transfer case, press and hold the Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button until the NEU- Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for TRAL (N) indicator light turns off. After the NEU- normal usage.
Page 611 STARTING AND OPERATING 609 5. Turn the engine OFF. Shift the automatic transmission NOTE: With electronic shift transfer case: into PARK. • Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be met prior 6. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on a manual to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must con- transmission).
Page 613: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...613 HOISTING ......634 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 614 612 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ....647 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine) ... . .642 ▫...
Page 615: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 613 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 action. •...
Page 616: Jacking And Tire Changing
614 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 617: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 615 tab. Once the front of the cover is loose, slide the cover WARNING! (Continued) toward the front of the seat until it is free from the seat • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for frame.
Page 618 616 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and sliding the assembly from under the seat. Jack And Tools (2500/3500 Series) Jack And Tools (1500 Series)
Page 619 Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw clockwise until the jack is snug.
Page 620 618 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Fold the flap and roll the jack tool kit into a cylindrical package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using the tie straps. Tying Bag To Jack With Straps Folding Flap And Rolling Bag...
Page 621 Jack And Tools Tied 4. Place the jack and tools in the storage position holding Jack And Tools (1500 Series) the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor, and then secure to the floor pan using the wing bolt.
Page 622: Removing The Spare Tire
620 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Removing The Spare Tire Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube. Insert the tube through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube.
Page 623: Preparations
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 621 NOTE: Always stow the spare tire with the valve stem It is recommended that you stow the flat or spare to facing the ground. avoid tangling the loose cable. NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only.
Page 624: Instructions
622 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Set the parking brake. Instructions 4. Place the shift lever into PARK. On four-wheel drive WARNING! vehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4L position. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to 5. Turn the ignition OFF. help prevent personal injury or damage to your Block both the front and rear of the vehicle:...
Page 625 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 623 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 626 624 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Placement of the jack: • 1500 Series Trucks When changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown below. 4X4 Front Jacking Location Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench.
Page 627 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 625 For 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, CAUTION! assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure under the axle between the wheel and the shock that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts bracket with the drive tubes extending to the rear.
Page 628 626 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • 2500 4x2 Series Trucks Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the For 2500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, wheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, but place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the is not required.
Page 629 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 627 4x4 Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location (All) For 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
Page 630 By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle using a crisscross pattern. The correct wheel nut tightness until the wheel just clears the surface. is 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque (1500 Series), 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single-rear wheel (SRW) WARNING! models, and 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) for 3500 dual rear-wheel...
Page 631: Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 629 Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped WARNING! The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or off the ground. hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al- For 2500/3500 single rear-wheel (SRW) models, use the ways stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry the hub cap off.
Page 632: Wheel Nuts
630 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Nuts CAUTION! All wheel nuts should be tightened occasionally to elimi- • Use a back-and-forth motion to remove the hub cap. nate the possibility of wheel studs being sheared or the Do not use a twisting motion when removing the bolt holes in the wheels becoming elongated.
Page 633 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 631 Disc Wheels Type Stud Hex Size Torque Torque Size Ft Lbs Newton Meters Cone M14 x 1.5 22 mm 120-150 160-200 Flanged M14 x 1.5 22 mm 130-160 190-220 8-Stud — Dual Rear Wheels Dual wheels are flat-mounted and center-piloted.
Page 634 632 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the inner wheel.
Page 635: To Stow The Flat Or Spare
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 633 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the WARNING! torques listed in the table. Go through the sequence a second time to verify that specific torque has been A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop achieved.
Page 636: Hoisting
634 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HOISTING NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking precautions. locations. Refer to the graphics that show jacking loca- tions.
Page 637: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 635 Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive battery post.
Page 638: Jump-Starting Procedure
636 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 639 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 637 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 640: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
638 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 641 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 639 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast the risk of transmission failure during prolonged may lead to transmission overheating and failure. efforts to free a stuck vehicle. It can also damage the tires.
Page 642: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
640 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a hooks. vehicle stranded off-road. Do not use tow hooks for NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use tow truck hookup or highway towing.
Page 643: Center Console Shifter - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 641 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. 5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. override tab through the access port (ringed circle) on Center Console Shifter —...
Page 644 642 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED override tab through the access port on the center TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine) console. WARNING! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park Release.
Page 645 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 643 Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: 4. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. rearward, until it locks in place pointing towards the 2.
Page 646 644 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Reset The Manual Park Release: TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled 1. Push the locking tab to the right, to unlock the lever. vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- 2.
Page 647 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 645 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 648 646 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent If the vehicle’s key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other battery is discharged, see ”Manual Park Release” or equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- “Shift Lever Override”...
Page 649 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 647 Two-Wheel Drive Models If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with 15 miles (24 km), for 6-speed transmission, or 30 miles all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 650 648 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Inter- OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the nal transmission damage or transfer case will occur vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
Page 651 REPLACEMENT PARTS ....657 (Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks Only) ......665 DEALER SERVICE .
Page 652 650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ....666 VEHICLE STORAGE ....698 ▫...
Page 653 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 ▫ Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . . .711 Equipped ......708 ▫...
Page 654: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
652 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 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 655: Engine Compartment - 4.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 4.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 656: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 657: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 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 drivability.
Page 658: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently formation.
Page 659: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 660: Dealer Service
658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 661: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 659 The best time to check the engine oil level is about CAUTION! (Continued) five 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 662 660 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. This symbol means that the oil has Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 663 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 661 Engine Oil Viscosity NOTE: For 2500/3500 trucks with a 5.7L engine operat- ing under a gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating (6 350 kg) or greater, SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom- temperatures.
Page 664: Engine Oil Filter
662 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 665: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 666: Air Conditioner Maintenance
664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! should be tight on the terminal posts and free of Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning corrosion. system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the tioning components.
Page 667: Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665 Front Driveshaft Lubrication – 2500/3500 WARNING! (Continued) (Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks Only) • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal change.
Page 668: Windshield Wiper Blades
666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When performing other underhood services, the hood Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with cleaned and lubricated.
Page 669: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667 To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system Exhaust System in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust rating information can be found on most washer fluid system.
Page 670 668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 671 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst motion.
Page 672: Cooling System
670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently 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. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 673 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671 Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci- considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 674 672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze). • This vehicle has not been designed for use with When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). • We recommend using MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive tifreeze) is not recommended.
Page 675 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 676 674 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant To check the coolant level: Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is 1. Open the coolant reservoir. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community.
Page 677 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 675 As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac- tory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Page 678 676 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 679: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 677 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 680 678 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only the manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. WARNING! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 681: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be For 1500 Model axles, the fluid level should be even with the encountered in some off-highway types of service, will bottom of the fill hole (within 1/4 in (6.4 mm) of edge of require draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage.
Page 682: Transfer Case
680 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Limited-Slip Differentials Transfer Case 1500 Model rear axles equipped with a Limited Slip Drain And Refill Differential require that 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR Limited Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Slip Additive be added to the gear lubricant. Refer to maintenance intervals.
Page 683: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 681 Automatic Transmission transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using Selection Of Lubricant transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals. It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to use the proper transmission fluid to CAUTION! ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 684 682 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check 3. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60 seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal of this procedure. operating temperature 82°C (180°F).
Page 685 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 683 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there the operating temperature, the fluid level should be is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
Page 686: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
684 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any rea- CAUTION! son, the fluid and filter(s) should be changed. In addition, change the fluid and filter(s) if the transmission is If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may disassembled for any reason.
Page 687 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 685 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels What Causes Corrosion? completely with clear water.
Page 688 686 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
Page 689 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 687 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner: chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 690 688 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric tioner is not required to maintain the original condition. upholstery and carpeting. Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl WARNING! upholstery.
Page 691 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 689 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- directly on the mirror.
Page 692 690 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance To help maintain the appearance of your Spray-On Bedliner, the manufacturer recommends you periodically Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical rinse all loose dirt from your truck bed and clean your solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 693 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 691 Repairing The Spray-On Bedliner WARNING! While extremely tough, it is possible to damage a Spray-On Do not use silicon-based protection products to clean Bedliner. One common condition is when loading a heavy your bedliner. Silicon-based products can become pallet and dragging that pallet across the floor of the bed.
Page 694: Fuses
692 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center con- tains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. 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 695 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 693 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp Antilock Brakes Green Pink Valve/Stability Control System 30 Amp Electric Brake Pink 40 Amp Power Seat Green 30 Amp Diesel Powertrain...
Page 696 694 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Trailer Tow Lamps/ 20 Amp Washer Control Blue Park Lamps Blue 40 Amp Front Blower 25 Amp Sunroof Module Green Natural 40 Amp Starter Motor...
Page 697 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 695 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Front Heated Seat & 20 Amp Main #2 Instrument Yellow Steering Wheel Yellow Cluster/Wireless Control Module/ITM/ 20 Amp Rear Heated Seats Siren/Multifunction Yellow Switch (Steering...
Page 698 696 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Airbag Module 10 Amp Horns (Low/High) – Left 15 Amp Center Stop Lamp 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor/ Blue Yellow Diesel Lift Pump –...
Page 699 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 697 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp J1962 Diag Connector 15 Amp Left Front & Rear Blue Blue Parklamps 20 Amp Back-Up Lamps 20 Amp Power Outlet Yellow Yellow (Instrument Panel or...
Page 700: Vehicle Storage
698 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we • When installing the totally integrated power mod- recommend that you take the following steps to mini- ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: properly positioned and fully latched.
Page 701: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 699 NOTE: REPLACEMENT BULBS • When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved. seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the Interior Bulbs RUN position.
Page 702 700 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bulb Number Bulb Number Premium Bi Halogen Projector HIR2 Cab Roof Marker Lamps 194NA Headlamp - Low Beam Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 3157K Premium Bi Halogen Projector 9005 Premium Rear Tail/Turn and Stop LED (Serviced Headlamp - High Beam Lamp at Authorized...
Page 703: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 701 BULB REPLACEMENT Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn – If Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the four plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
Page 704 702 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house 10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough bulb socket. to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the 11.
Page 705: Fog Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 703 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 706 704 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 707: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) With Cargo Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 705 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing. 2.
Page 708: Cab Top Clearance Lamps - If Equipped
706 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. • Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. Cab Top Clearance Lamps – If Equipped 1.
Page 709 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 707 2. Rotate the socket ¼ turn and pull it from the lamp 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. assembly.
Page 710: Rear Lamp Bar Id Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
708 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If 4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and Equipped housing. 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If to the bulb sockets.
Page 711: 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 34 Gallons 129 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 35 Gallons...
Page 712 4.7L Engine (We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/ 14 Quarts 13 Liters Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula.) 5.7L Engine – 1500 Models (We recommend you use MOPAR 16 Quarts 15 Liters Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula.) 5.7L Engine – 2500/3500 Models (We recommend you use 18.7 Quarts...
Page 713: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 711 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 We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 714: Chassis
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case – BW44–44 Only We recommend you use MOPAR BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 (MS-9763).
Page 715 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 713 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR Limited Slip Additive.
Page 717: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....718 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .716...
Page 718 716 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other indicator system.
Page 719 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 717 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil master cylinder, power steering (2500/3500 Models Change Indicator System: Only) and transmission as needed • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped •...
Page 720 718 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 721 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 719 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace the top row of spark plugs (4.7L Engine).** Replace the top row and side row of spark plugs (4.7L Engine).** Replace spark plugs...
Page 722 720 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace the ignition cables (4.7L 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), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 723 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 721 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change transfer case fluid if us- ing your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change the transfer case fluid. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Page 724 722 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 725: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....725 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .727 ▫...
Page 726 724 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .732 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....731 ▫...
Page 727: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 725 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 728: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
726 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an ter should include the following information: authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and •...
Page 729: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 727 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 1621 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
Page 730: Service Contract
728 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle service contract that is not a manufacturer’s service to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected contract, and you require service after the manufacturer’s repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited...
Page 731: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 729 MOPAR PARTS WARNING! MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle known to the State of California to cause cancer and operating at its best.
Page 732: In Canada
730 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS individual problems between you, your authorized To order the following manuals, you may use either the dealer, and the manufacturer. website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–...
Page 733 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 731 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features.
Page 734 732 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 735 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 733 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 737 INDEX...
Page 738 736 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .672 Alarm Light ......302 Adding Fuel .
Page 739 INDEX 737 Automatic Transmission ....397 B-Pillar Location ......527 Adding Fluid .
Page 740 738 INDEX Caps, Filler Cleaning Oil (Engine) ......661 Wheels ......687 Power Steering .
Page 741 INDEX 739 Radiator Cap ......673 Door Locks, Automatic ..... .36 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 742 740 INDEX Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..233 Oil ....... . .659 Emergency Brake .
Page 743 INDEX 741 Flashers Fold Flat Load Floor ..... . .270 Turn Signal ......124 Four-Way Hazard Flasher .
Page 744 742 INDEX Fuel System Caution ..... . .571 Guide, Body Builders ......6 Fuses .
Page 745 INDEX 743 Heated Seats......183 Instrument Panel and Controls ....295 Heater .
Page 746 744 INDEX Keys ........12 Cap Top Clearance ..... .706 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) .
Page 747 INDEX 745 Passing ......212 Low Tire Pressure System ....548 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 748 746 INDEX Rearview ......132 Dipstick ......659 Trailer Towing .
Page 749 INDEX 747 Paint Care ......684 Steering ......502 Panic Alarm .
Page 750 748 INDEX Rear Window Features .....268 Reporting Safety Defects ....729 Rear Window, Sliding .
Page 751 INDEX 749 Extender ......63 Sentry Key Replacement .....19 Front Seat .
Page 752 750 INDEX Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....543 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .358 Snow Plow......597 Storage Compartment, Center Seat .
Page 753 INDEX 751 Tires ........124 Sizes ....... .523 Aging (Life of Tires) .
Page 754 752 INDEX Trailer Towing ......575 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..23 Cooling System Tips .
Page 755 INDEX 753 Washers, Windshield ..... . .214 Wind Buffeting......46 Washing Vehicle .
Page 756 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed coaxial cable.
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