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Supplemental Tire Pressure Information —
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Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276

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Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278

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Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 279

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Dual Rear Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280

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Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

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5.7L Gas Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

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Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285

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Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message . . . 286

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Vehicle Loading

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Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

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Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289

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Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . 289

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Trailer Hitch Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293

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Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294

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Towing Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

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Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299

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Snowplow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300

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Before Plowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

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Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability . 302

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Over The Road Operation With Snowplow
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Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

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General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

STARTING AND OPERATING

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Summary of Contents for 2009 Ram Chassis Cab

Page 1: ...R A M T R U C K C H A S S I S C A B OWNER S MANUAL 2009...

Page 2: ...eptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and...

Page 3: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 217 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 8 MAINTENAN...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction 4 How To Use This Manual 4 Warnings And Cautions 6 Van Conversions Campers 6 Vehicle Identification Number 7 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1...

Page 6: ...stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your authorize...

Page 7: ...INTRODUCTION 5 1...

Page 8: ...on 2 1 C Such equipment includes video monitors VCRs heaters stoves refrigerators etc For warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufac turer Operating instructions for t...

Page 9: ...ile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and title NOTE It is illegal to remove the VIN VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications...

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Page 11: ...o Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 14 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 15 Sentry Key 15 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 18 Vehicle Security Alarm System If Equipp...

Page 12: ...on Door Lock 30 Windows 32 Power Windows If Equipped 32 Power Sliding Rear Window If Equipped 34 Sliding Rear Window If Equipped 34 Wind Buffeting 34 Occupant Restraints 35 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 Adjus...

Page 13: ...ata Recorder EDR 57 Child Restraint 60 New Engine Break In 72 5 7L Gas Engine 3500 Models Only 72 Safety Tips 73 Exhaust System 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 74 Safety Checks You...

Page 14: ...n be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lev...

Page 15: ...ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service The power window switches radio power...

Page 16: ...turn the key rearward To unlock the door turn the key forward For door lock lubrication see Body Lubri cation in Section 7 of this manual STEERING WHEEL LOCK IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped...

Page 17: ...le operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys that...

Page 18: ...Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compat ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection Exxon Mobil...

Page 19: ...s with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys you can program new Sentry Keys to the system by performing the following procedure 1 Cut the additional S...

Page 20: ...try Key contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tem s memory This will prevent the lost ke...

Page 21: ...not been disabled If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the re maining doors and ignition To Set the Alarm The Vehicle Security...

Page 22: ...create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit The door w...

Page 23: ...ck the doors from distances up to about 23 ft 7 m using a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system Three Button RKE Tr...

Page 24: ...on while standing outside the vehicle 2 Press and hold the LOCK button on your RKE trans mitter 3 Continue to hold the LOCK button at least four seconds but no longer than 10 seconds then press and ho...

Page 25: ...feature activated If desired this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure 1 Perform this operation while standing outside the vehicle 2 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programme...

Page 26: ...his device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must ac...

Page 27: ...ause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the RKE transmitter case snap the two halves of the case together Make sure there is an even gap between...

Page 28: ...START button once The parking lamps will remain illuminated to indicate that the vehicle has remote started and the engine is running The lamps will turn off when the ignition is turned to RUN or the...

Page 29: ...ving the lock plunger up or down All doors may be opened with the inside door handle without lifting the lock plunger Doors locked before closing will remain locked when closed The ignition key will u...

Page 30: ...is in the ignition switch and a door is open as a reminder to remove the key Automatic Door Locks If Equipped If this feature is enabled your door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s spee...

Page 31: ...eature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when any door is opened This will occur only after the vehicle has been shifted into the PARK position after the vehicle has been driven shifted out of P...

Page 32: ...y of this feature 8 If a chime is not heard the program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed If neces sary repeat the above procedure Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer env...

Page 33: ...one in a vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged NOTE After setting the Child Protection Door Lock system al...

Page 34: ...ry position and for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or a front door is opened NOTE The Power Accessory Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for 10 minutes after the ignit...

Page 35: ...Window Lockout Switch 4 Door Models Only The window lockout switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors p...

Page 36: ...ry from the rear of the vehicle Squeeze the lock to release the window Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Y...

Page 37: ...n a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of th...

Page 38: ...f the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extrem...

Page 39: ...de out of part of the belt Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas sengers safe too Continued WARNING Continued Two people should never be belted into a single sea...

Page 40: ...ch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the bu...

Page 41: ...danger ous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury And a belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as...

Page 42: ...e lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in a vehic...

Page 43: ...er 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 locat...

Page 44: ...buckle are not prop erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision When reatta...

Page 45: ...d will increase the risk of injury in a collision When reattaching the black latch and black buckle ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted If the webbing is twisted follow the preceding procedure...

Page 46: ...e it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position Automatic Locking Restraint ALR Mode If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to re...

Page 47: ...er seating position for the Quad Cab front seat has a lap belt only To fasten the lap belt slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click To lengthen the lap belt tilt the latch plate an...

Page 48: ...ignition is cycled the driver s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 sec onds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by...

Page 49: ...ss the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision S...

Page 50: ...assen ger s front airbag if equipped is mounted in the instru ment panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers These airbags are certified to the new Feder...

Page 51: ...can cause injury during a crash Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts Along with the seat belts front airbags work with the instru ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection f...

Page 52: ...child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arms All occupants shoul...

Page 53: ...require the airbags to inflate The ORC will not detect rollover or rear collisions The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the STA...

Page 54: ...quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the airbags The airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size The airbags fully inflate in milliseconds This...

Page 55: ...y for the driver to be able to see the infant is a child age one to 12 who must ride in the front seat because there is no rear seat because there is no rear seat position available or because the chi...

Page 56: ...ed to the ON position To Turn On the Passenger Airbag Regular Cab Vehicles Only If Equipped Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On Off Switch If Equipped push the key in and turn counter cl...

Page 57: ...moke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If...

Page 58: ...en you need it You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub tr...

Page 59: ...er tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working the ORC may also be disabled The airbags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses For pr...

Page 60: ...h hospital and insurance organizations In the event that an investigation is undertaken by Chrysler LLC regardless of initiative the company or its designated representative will first obtain permissi...

Page 61: ...status for electronically controlled safety systems including the airbag system Airbag disable lamp status if equipped Time of airbag deployment in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage Airbag...

Page 62: ...a tiny baby can become a missile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap can become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child...

Page 63: ...evere injury or death to infants in this position Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convert...

Page 64: ...ying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards We also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it The restraint mu...

Page 65: ...isconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the latch plate around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating positi...

Page 66: ...ed seating positions feature both lower anchor bars located at the back of the seat cushion and tether strap anchorages located behind the seat back refer to Child Restraint Tether Anchor in this sect...

Page 67: ...e of their older products Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will...

Page 68: ...ended in the vehicle NOTE If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com patible install the restraint using the vehicle seat belting Installing the Child Restraint System WARNING Do not install child...

Page 69: ...e child restraint system WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follo...

Page 70: ...tions below See your authorized dealer for help if necessary Tether Anchorage Points at the Right and Center Front Seat Regular Cab All Seats 1 Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tet...

Page 71: ...raint on each outboard rear seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and then to the anchor directly behind the cen...

Page 72: ...r directly behind the right seat 6 Install each child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufactur er s instructions Multiple Child Restraints 1 Inner...

Page 73: ...straint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat 2 Lift the cover and attach the hook to the square opening in the sheet metal 3 Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether str...

Page 74: ...An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers t...

Page 75: ...80 or 90 km h during the first 500 mi 805 km of towing SAFETY TIPS Exhaust System WARNING Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an ex tremely toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless To avo...

Page 76: ...e Replace or adjust as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Heater Defroster Ducts Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation Check for proper airflow through all def...

Page 77: ...de The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts f...

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Page 79: ...Mirrors Folding Feature 83 Power Mirrors If Equipped 83 Heated Power Mirrors If Equipped 84 Trailer Towing Mirrors If Equipped 84 Hands Free Communication UConnect If Equipped 86 Operation 88 Phone C...

Page 80: ...123 Interior Lights 123 Battery Saver 124 Headlight Delay 124 Headlights Parking Lights And Panel Lights 125 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 126 Lights On Reminder 126 Fog Lights If Equipped 126 M...

Page 81: ...Computer If Equipped 136 US M Button 137 Reset Button 137 Step Button 138 Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO 138 Distance To Empty DTE 139 Trip Odometer ODO 139 Elapsed Time ET 140 C T Button 140 Global Res...

Page 82: ...40 Seat If Equipped 148 Center Storage Compartment Bucket Seats If Equipped 150 Storage And Seats Quad Cab Models 152 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers 153 Rear Window Features 153 Rear Window Defroster...

Page 83: ...the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view t...

Page 84: ...e dim ming feature is activated CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirr...

Page 85: ...nce of a vehicle seen in the right side convex mirror Some vehicles will not have a convex right side mirror Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All 6 x 9 in exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved e...

Page 86: ...Power Mirrors If Equipped Heated mirrors are automatically activated when you depress the rear window defroster switch located on the instrument panel Refer to Rear Window Features in this Section for...

Page 87: ...towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main mirror surface Trailer Towing Position Blindspot Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 88: ...8 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is trans mitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect system NOTE The UConnect system require...

Page 89: ...glish Spanish or French languages Phone Button The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system depending on the type of mirror and radio equipped and either the radio or the mirror has the...

Page 90: ...ait for the beep which follows the Ready prompt or another prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying Setup and then Phone Pairing the following compound...

Page 91: ...m to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect system you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled cellular phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone...

Page 92: ...e at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the UConnect system will use the priority three cellular phone when you make a call You can select...

Page 93: ...to the UConnect phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry When prompted say the...

Page 94: ...onnect website for supported phones To call a name from downloaded or UConnect Phonebook follow the procedure in Call by Saying a Name section Automatic download and update if supported begins as soon...

Page 95: ...ries from your phone NOTE The phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are already connected to an...

Page 96: ...e book For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number but you can add John Doe s work number later using the Phonebook Edit feature Delete UConnect Phonebook Entry NOTE Editing pho...

Page 97: ...that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook After confirmation the phonebook entries will be deleted Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted Automatic downloade...

Page 98: ...ect an Incoming Call No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the UConnect system will interrupt the vehicle audio sys tem if on and will ask if you would like to a...

Page 99: ...calls refer to Conference Call in this section Place Retrieve a Call From Hold To put a call on hold press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep This indicates that the call is on hold To bri...

Page 100: ...dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep Redial Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial...

Page 101: ...ch to English Espanol or Francais Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language...

Page 102: ...umber may be programmable on some systems To do this press the PHONE button and say Setup followed by Emergency The UConnect system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call...

Page 103: ...ted Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system You can use your UConnect syst...

Page 104: ...all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations This is normal Some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this featu...

Page 105: ...pad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s audio system The...

Page 106: ...vices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth connection between a UConnect paired cellular phone and the UConn...

Page 107: ...lable the UConnect system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones Press the PHONE button to...

Page 108: ...s parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only To restore the V...

Page 109: ...he vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and UConnect Local name recognition rate is optimized wh...

Page 110: ...rtible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect system When this happ...

Page 111: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 3...

Page 112: ...110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 113: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3...

Page 114: ...ve six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Fran...

Page 115: ...ng pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up t...

Page 116: ...terference that may cause undesired operation SEATS Seats are also a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle They need to be used properly for safe operation of the vehicle WARNIN...

Page 117: ...compartment if equipped Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forward or rearward and is equipped with a back recliner The manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is found at the f...

Page 118: ...seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked Reclining Seats The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion Pull up on...

Page 119: ...ld slide under the seat belt and receive serious or fatal injuries Recline in a seat only when the vehicle is parked Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of neck injury in th...

Page 120: ...on the right side of the passenger s seatback increases or decreases the lumbar lower back support Power Seats If Equipped The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the front seat cushions T...

Page 121: ...he seat or seat controls The four way switch in the center can be moved forward or backward to get the most comfortable position The same switch can be moved up and down to control seat height Up Down...

Page 122: ...ess the switch once for High heat Press the switch a second time for Low heat Pressing the switch a third time will turn the heated seats Off The heaters will operate for approximately 30 minutes and...

Page 123: ...other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that i...

Page 124: ...mage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehi...

Page 125: ...way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out This is also known as the Party mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging...

Page 126: ...ts remain on while the ignition is cycled OFF the exterior lights will automatically turn off after eight minutes NOTE Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is ON Headlight Delay To aid in y...

Page 127: ...tch is rotated to the first position the parking lights tail lights side marker lights license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on The headlights will turn on when the switch is...

Page 128: ...e duration of the turn signal activation Once the turn signal is no longer active the DRL lamp will illuminate Lights on Reminder If the headlights parking lights or cargo lights are left on after the...

Page 129: ...detected for the turn signal system the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the switch or indicator lamp is defect...

Page 130: ...oward the steer ing wheel This will cause the High beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released High Beam Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering wheel...

Page 131: ...riable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters...

Page 132: ...nob is depressed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If the washer k...

Page 133: ...an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the d...

Page 134: ...arking brake release in the direction you desire to move the pedals 4 The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is set CAUTION Do not place any...

Page 135: ...peed Control takes over accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The controls are mounted on the steering wheel Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 Resume 4 Set 2 Cancel 5 Cruise 3 D...

Page 136: ...d the desired speed press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking clutch pressu...

Page 137: ...ing the button three times will decrease the speed by 3 mph 4 8 km h To decrease speed while the speed control is on press and hold the DECEL button Release the button when the desired speed is reache...

Page 138: ...vy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMPASS TEMPERATURE MINI TRIP COMPUTER IF EQUIPPED This optional overhead console consists of the following C...

Page 139: ...display from U S to metric measurement units Reset Button Use this button to reset the following displays Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO Trip Odometer ODO Elapsed Time ET US M Button Reset Button UNDERS...

Page 140: ...le has traveled When the fuel economy is reset the display will momen tarily blank Then the history will be erased and the AVERAGING WILL CONTINUE FROM WHERE IT WAS BEFORE THE RESET The reset value is...

Page 141: ...s out of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LO FUEL text and a new DTE value will be displayed based on the current values in the DTE calculation and the current...

Page 142: ...play shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset Resetting the elapsed time will cause the display to change to zero C T Button Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem p...

Page 143: ...obal Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within two seconds while in any of the three resettable displays AVG ECO ODO ET the Global Reset will reset all three displays Automatic Compass Calibra...

Page 144: ...symbol does not appear you must manually put the compass into the Calibration mode Recalibrating The Compass Start the engine and leave the transmission in the PARK position Then set the display to C...

Page 145: ...N and set the display to Compass Temperature Press and hold the RESET button approximately five seconds The last vari ance zone number will be displayed Press the STEP button to select the new varianc...

Page 146: ...e outlet s has have a fused direct feed from the battery so it they receive power whether the ignition is ON or OFF All accessories connected to this these outlet s should be removed or turned off whe...

Page 147: ...sories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s batter...

Page 148: ...the cupholder door handle on the front surface Each open ing in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes To secure the cup place the cup to be held into one of the cup...

Page 149: ...are three cupholders located on the front of the center console Rear Cupholder Quad Cab If Equipped Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup holder that consists of two cupwells for rear pas...

Page 150: ...Inside there is a power outlet if equipped removable coin holder if equipped and two dividers to configure the storage area into compartments For ex ample compartments can be configured to hold a lap...

Page 151: ...w power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or pr...

Page 152: ...charger cord removable coin holder if equipped and a divider to configure the storage area into separate compartments Lift the lower handle on the front of the armrest and raise the armrest for acces...

Page 153: ...w power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or pr...

Page 154: ...seat cushion there is a storage compartment Regular Cab models also have storage behind the seat The Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seat Lift the seat to access the storage...

Page 155: ...ter and heated sideview mirrors are activated by pressing the heated grid button located on the climate control panel with the ignition ON Turning OFF the ignition will deactivate the electric rear wi...

Page 156: ...ar of the vehicle Squeeze the lock to release the window FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR IF EQUIPPED Quad Cab models with a 60 40 rear seat may be equipped with a folding load floor WARNING Do not operate the ve...

Page 157: ...upward position 2 Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position 3 Reverse the procedure to store the load floor Unfolding The Load Floor Load Floor In...

Page 158: ...floor up to access storage under the load floor 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...

Page 159: ...de RAQ AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Optional Satellite Radio Hands Free Phone And Video Entertainment Systems VES Capabilities 173 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 173 Operation Instructions CD Mode Fo...

Page 160: ...EC AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio With Navigation System 194 Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped 195 REC Setting The Clock 195 Satellite Radio If Equipped 197 System Activation 197 Electronic Se...

Page 161: ...yer 202 CD Player 202 CD DVD Maintenance 203 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 203 Climate Controls 204 Heater Only If Equipped 204 Air Conditioning And Heating If Equipped 207 Air Conditioning With...

Page 162: ...lets 7 Glove Compartment 12 Power Sliding Back Glass Switch 17 Adjustable Pedal Control Switch 3 Instrument Cluster 8 Passenger Airbag On Off Switch 13 Cupholders If Equipped 4 Climate Controls 9 Powe...

Page 163: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 4...

Page 164: ...ithin the normal range if the battery is charged If the pointer moves to either extreme left or right and remains there during normal driving the electrical sys tem should be serviced NOTE If the gaug...

Page 165: ...is indicator shows that headlights are on high beam 7 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON this light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check During the...

Page 166: ...the transfer case position selection For additional information refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation in Section 5 of this manual 11 TOW HAUL The TOW HAUL button is located at the end of the shift lever...

Page 167: ...u hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized deal ership for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or...

Page 168: ...ometer button To reset a trip odometer display the desired trip odom eter to be reset then push and hold the button until the display resets approximately two seconds Vehicle Warning Messages When the...

Page 169: ...n your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the...

Page 170: ...es on and remains on while driving it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need for system service Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized...

Page 171: ...the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The light m...

Page 172: ...our seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional b...

Page 173: ...is not functioning properly and that service is required 23 Transmission Temperature Indicator Automatic Transmissions Only This light indicates that there is excessive trans mission fluid temperature...

Page 174: ...CRUISE Indicator This indicator lights when the electronic speed control system is turned on ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio A digital rea...

Page 175: ...ely five seconds SALES CODE RAQ AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO HANDS FREE PHONE AND VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS VES CAPABILITIES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower...

Page 176: ...o or Video Entertainment Sys tem VES if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped mode Press...

Page 177: ...ds Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the time button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Audio control 3 After the hours are adjusted press the right side Tu...

Page 178: ...d BAL ANCE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display Turn...

Page 179: ...t Emergency Test Foreign Language Foreign_Language Information Information Jazz Jazz News News Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public...

Page 180: ...not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET DIR button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into push button memory You may add a second station to each push button by rep...

Page 181: ...bel facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 inch 12 cm discs only The use of othe...

Page 182: ...will also return the sound from the speakers SCAN Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing LOAD EJECT Button CD Mode for CD Audio P...

Page 183: ...ERT DISC for 10 seconds If no discs are inserted within 10 seconds NO DISCS LOADED will be dis played On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF TIME Button CD MODE for CD...

Page 184: ...The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restrictions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3...

Page 185: ...mats The radio will recognize only files with the mp3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 files named with the mp3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an i...

Page 186: ...er to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To...

Page 187: ...user to remove the disc If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will continue to play the non removed CD If the CD i...

Page 188: ...n CD Mode for MP3 Play Press the SET DIR Button to display folders when playing an MP3 discs that have a file folder structure Turn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through availa...

Page 189: ...ntrol to turn the radio ON Press the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopp...

Page 190: ...rn Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning the ignition ON OFF will cancel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN...

Page 191: ...ellite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to sele...

Page 192: ...d press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may a...

Page 193: ...or ignition switch OFF If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks SEEK Button CD...

Page 194: ...st forward until FF is released The RW Rewind button works in a similar manner Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature If...

Page 195: ...turned on and the radio was previously in the AUX mode SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function MUTE Button Auxiliary Mode Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers MUTE will display...

Page 196: ...s Free Phone UConnect section of this Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of this Owner s Manual SALES CODE REC AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO...

Page 197: ...on User s Manual for detailed operating instructions REC Setting the Clock GPS Clock The GPS receiver used in this system is synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites The s...

Page 198: ...If you press CANCEL or NAV then your changes will not be saved User Defined Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time different than the system clock you can manually adjust the time by choosing t...

Page 199: ...ellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music spo...

Page 200: ...the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all 12 ESN SID digits display The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits display The radio...

Page 201: ...n the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting A Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE knob to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the...

Page 202: ...a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a preset memory button during a m...

Page 203: ...O ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM SALES CODE XRV IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System VES con sists of a DVD player and LCD liquid crystal display screen a battery powered remote control and two h...

Page 204: ...ter of the left hand control will tune to the next pre set station that you have programmed in the radio pre set push buttons Tape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next select...

Page 205: ...o not store the disc where temperatures may become too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture o...

Page 206: ...ies of rotary knobs These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions Heater Only If Equipped The mode control at the right of the control panel can be set in any of the followin...

Page 207: ...terior air only Air flows through the panel outlets in this mode Air flows through the panel only or through both the panel and floor vents depending on the selected mode panel vs bi level Bi Level Ou...

Page 208: ...art the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the O Off position Temperature Control The rotary knob at the center of the control panel cont...

Page 209: ...e snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on Press the button a second time to turn the air condition ing off Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the air conditioni...

Page 210: ...ulation Mode mode does not necessarily consume more fuel than normal A C mode Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Bi Level Outside air flows through the outlets...

Page 211: ...tion There are grilles in the cab back panel These are air exhausters that provide the means for regular exchange of cab air Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the window glass to h...

Page 212: ...nditioned air will be directed through the outlets selected by the mode control A light in the snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on Press the button a second time to turn the air con...

Page 213: ...mediate positions are iden tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both modes Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to di...

Page 214: ...nditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the A C button has not been pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield Blower Control The rot...

Page 215: ...eans for regular exchange of cab air Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the glass They are located in the extreme outside upper...

Page 216: ...irculation mode to maintain comfort Window Fogging Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it s rainy or humid I...

Page 217: ...ne cooling may be required If this situation is encountered operate the transmission in a lower gear to increase engine RPM coolant flow and fan speed When stopped in heavy traffic it may be necessary...

Page 218: ...Operating Tips Chart 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 219: ...24 Automatic Transmission With Overdrive 224 Four Wheel Drive Operation If Equipped 230 Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information Precautions 230 Shifting Procedure Manually Shifted Transfe...

Page 220: ...ater 250 Shallow Standing Water 251 Power Steering 252 Power Steering Fluid Check 253 Parking Brake 254 Brake System 255 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 256 Tire Safety Information 258 Tire Markings...

Page 221: ...e Loading 287 Certification Label 287 Trailer Towing 289 Common Towing Definitions 289 Trailer Hitch Classification 292 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 293 Trailer And Tongue Wei...

Page 222: ...Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 304 Recreational Towing 2 Wheel Drive Models 304 Recreational Towing 4 Wheel Drive Models 305 220 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 223: ...aust system resulting in overheat ing and vehicle fire which may cause serious or fatal injuries Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Inte...

Page 224: ...there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait...

Page 225: ...ter two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Starting procedure should be repeated After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will d...

Page 226: ...d is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something...

Page 227: ...is range Always apply parking brake first then place the shift lever into the PARK position On 4 wheel drive vehicles be sure that the transfer case is in a drive position WARNING Never use the PARK p...

Page 228: ...started in this range Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle DRIVE This position provides all forward gears including 3rd gear direct and 4th or 5th gear overdrive see Overdrive Operatio...

Page 229: ...ated transmission has reached normal operating temperature NOTE If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem peratures the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select th...

Page 230: ...and frequent transmission shifting oc curs press the TOW HAUL O D OFF button once to select TOW HAUL This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due...

Page 231: ...peeds This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in the upper gears When the vehicle speed drops or during acceleration when the transmission downshifts to sec...

Page 232: ...as dry hard surfaced roads When additional traction is required the transfer case 4H and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to...

Page 233: ...to the transfer case Because 4 wheel drive provides improved traction there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not go faster than road conditions permit NOTE Delayed shifts o...

Page 234: ...eed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only N NEUTRAL Disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to R...

Page 235: ...or 4H 4L With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transmission into NEUTRAL While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transfer case lever firmly to the des...

Page 236: ...aster than 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h Do not attempt to shift to or from 4L while the transmission is in gear Transfer Case Reminder Light The 4 wheel drive operating light 4WD located in the instrument c...

Page 237: ...l drive will be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction Because the front axle is en gaged this mode will result in lower fuel economy than the 2WD mode When additional tracti...

Page 238: ...ifted Transfer Case Only Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection When you select a different trans fe...

Page 239: ...D warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that se...

Page 240: ...powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle For additional information on the...

Page 241: ...h N NEUTRAL Disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in this section for more information Shi...

Page 242: ...red position Shifts between 2WD and 4WD AUTO and 4WD LOCK can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion With the vehicle in motion the transfer case will engage disengage faster if you momentarily...

Page 243: ...NOTE If steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift or if they no longer are being met while the shift attempt is in process then the d...

Page 244: ...is designed to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position 2WD for normal street and highway conditions dry hard surfaced roads When additional traction is required the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW...

Page 245: ...ights Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Only Transfer case position indicator lights are located in the instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection When you sele...

Page 246: ...located in this section of the owner s manual The SERVICE 4WD warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it mean...

Page 247: ...G You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case NEUTRAL position di...

Page 248: ...traction and maximum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h N Neutral Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain To be used for flat...

Page 249: ...en 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion With the vehicle in motion the transfer case will engage disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after t...

Page 250: ...L 3 Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shift transmission back into gear NOTE If steps 1 or 2 of either the...

Page 251: ...ditions With both rear wheels on a slippery surface a slight application of the accelerator will supply maximum traction When starting with only one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface sligh...

Page 252: ...intain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the car in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches centimeters deep wi...

Page 253: ...ng water This will minimize wave effects Continued CAUTION Continued Driving through standing water may cause dam age to your vehicle s drivetrain components Al ways inspect your vehicle s fluids i e...

Page 254: ...will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power a...

Page 255: ...k is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho rized dealer No chemical flushes should be used in any p...

Page 256: ...that the parking brake is applied You must be sure that the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the shift lever is in the...

Page 257: ...g of the rear brakes When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the...

Page 258: ...ion of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded Continued WARNING Continued The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehi...

Page 259: ...be accompanied by a pulsing sensation in the brake pedal You may also hear a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is functioning ABS Warning Light The ABS includes...

Page 260: ...tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the...

Page 261: ...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 Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches i...

Page 262: ...tions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load X...

Page 263: ...es that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Cod...

Page 264: ...cle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire s...

Page 265: ...2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting fi...

Page 266: ...g table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illust...

Page 267: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 265 5...

Page 268: ...are affected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in tire failure Over infla...

Page 269: ...to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicles ma...

Page 270: ...olded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1...

Page 271: ...tires Adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel trained supervised and equipped accordingly Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Mounted to Vehicle During procedures when adding tire infla...

Page 272: ...4500 5500 Tire Inflation 270 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 273: ...unted to Vehicle When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel assembly not mounted on a vehicle use a Remote Mount Automatic Inflation Kit and a Tire Inflation Cage similar to model number 17...

Page 274: ...WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident result ing in serious injury or death Alwa...

Page 275: ...s Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for more than 3...

Page 276: ...ead Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as...

Page 277: ...cifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions a...

Page 278: ...cing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined a...

Page 279: ...a loaded vehicle Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2 vehicles Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave ment Continued CAUTION Continued Observe the tire chain manufacturer s inst...

Page 280: ...quate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type construc tion as the front tires Consult the manu...

Page 281: ...crease tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for the proper maintenance inte...

Page 282: ...mmodate the asymmetrical design tread pattern of the On Off road tire When replacing a flat the spare tire may have to be remounted on the rim or installed at a different location to maintain the corr...

Page 283: ...ause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of regular gaso...

Page 284: ...l gasoline or E85 ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer While MTBE is an oxygenate made from methanol it does not have the negative effects of methanol MMT In Gasoline MMT is a...

Page 285: ...by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emission control system Continued CAUTION Continued An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions ca...

Page 286: ...g assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They...

Page 287: ...enough to force open the restricting door CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting cap could...

Page 288: ...pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Loose Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap Message If the vehicle s diagnost...

Page 289: ...ing driver passengers vehicle options and cargo The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and rear axle systems GAWR Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not excee...

Page 290: ...o are added Loading The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation The entir...

Page 291: ...on to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing Common T...

Page 292: ...ont and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can res...

Page 293: ...They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturers directions it provid...

Page 294: ...over the rear axle in the truck bed Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg without added equipment or alter ations to the standard equipment Y...

Page 295: ...Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches should be professionally install...

Page 296: ...side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bu...

Page 297: ...miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may dam age your vehicle During the first 500 miles 805 km of trailer towing limit your speed to 50 mph 80 km h Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 o...

Page 298: ...vehicle automatic transmission in PARK With 4 wheel drive vehicles make sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL Always block or chock the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be...

Page 299: ...e trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes Whe...

Page 300: ...at the rear of the chassis These circuits are unterminated and sealed Seven of the 12 circuits are the standard 7 pin trailer wiring circuits Three of the 12 circuits are upfitter circuits used for af...

Page 301: ...g and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic Towing Tips Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing How ever if frequent shifting occurs while in this range the...

Page 302: ...eed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Towing Tips Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following action...

Page 303: ...dent Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual CAUTION The Lamp Out indicator could illuminate if exte rior lamps are not properly installed Before Plowing Check...

Page 304: ...ons and cargo must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight GVWR or Gross Axle Weight GAWR ratings These weights are specified on the Safety Com pliance Certification Label on the driver s side door...

Page 305: ...tion when plowing unfamiliar areas or under poor visibility NOTE During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped with an overhead console module the outside tempera ture display will show higher temperatur...

Page 306: ...has returned to idle and wheels have stopped Make a practice of stepping on the brake pedal before shifting the transmission RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC CAUTION Front or rear wheel lifts...

Page 307: ...hicle Recreational Towing Procedure Manual Shift Transfer Case If Equipped Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to...

Page 308: ...PARK with the transfer case in NEUTRAL and the engine running With the transfer case in NEUTRAL ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into PARK Returning to Normal Operation...

Page 309: ...not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged Continued CAUTION Continued Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfe...

Page 310: ...in DRIVE 12 Shut engine OFF and place ignition key in the unlocked OFF position 13 Shift transmission into PARK 14 Apply parking brake 15 Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar 16 Release parking...

Page 311: ...ing the transmission into PARK Returning to Normal Operation Electronic Shift Transfer Case Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage 1 Bring vehicle to a complete stop 2 Sh...

Page 312: ...is released The ignition key must be ON for a transfer case shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable If the key is not ON the shift will not take place and no position...

Page 313: ...unted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be damaged Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and fluid loss will damage internal part...

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Page 315: ...500 Models If Equipped 315 Preparations For Jacking 316 Jacking Instructions 317 Hoisting 326 Jump Starting 326 With Portable Starting Unit 330 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 330 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equip...

Page 316: ...er gency Press the button a second time to turn off the flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is cr...

Page 317: ...e center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacke...

Page 318: ...edgeable service personnel with the appropriate heavy duty equipment like a tire service company Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface Avoid ice or slippery areas WARNING...

Page 319: ...nued WARNING Continued Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the...

Page 320: ...tools from storage 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 3 When changing the front wheel as...

Page 321: ...facing forward in vehicle Connect the jack tube extension and lug wrench Before raising the wheel off the ground make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack po...

Page 322: ...ece assembly with a flat face Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not fully tighten the nuts until the vehicle has been lowered 6 Using the wheel wrench finis...

Page 323: ...Wheel Covers If Equipped The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground For single rear wheel SRW models use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry the hub cap off Inse...

Page 324: ...using a back and forth motion loosen the wheel skin Repeat this procedure around the tire until the skin pops off Replace the wheel skins first using a rubber mallet When replacing the hub caps tilt t...

Page 325: ...g nut tightening adapter included with the vehicle to cor rectly tighten the lug nuts Also when it is necessary to remove and install dual rear wheels use a proper vehicle lifting device NOTE When ins...

Page 326: ...Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit 2 Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table Go through the sequence a Tightening Pattern 8 Studs Ti...

Page 327: ...ming elongated This is especially important during the first few hundred miles kilometers of operation to allow the wheel nuts to become properly set All nuts should first be firmly seated against the...

Page 328: ...ge to your vehicle may result JUMP STARTING WARNING To prevent personal injury or damage to clothing do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or fabrics Do not lean over a battery when connect...

Page 329: ...light or yellow on either battery replace that battery CAUTION Use the Jump Start Procedure only when the charge indicator if equipped in both batteries is dark in the center Do not attempt jump start...

Page 330: ...and personal injury could result 2 Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative post of booster battery Connect the other end of the jumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of the...

Page 331: ...tently touch clamps from the other cable Do not lean over the battery when making connection The negative connection must provide good electrical con ductivity and current carrying capacity 4 After th...

Page 332: ...least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective Racing the engine or spinning the wheels due to the frustr...

Page 333: ...ING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose following equip ment manufacturer...

Page 334: ...is operable tow with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key in the OFF position along with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground Speed must not exceed 30 mph 50 km h and...

Page 335: ...Parts 337 Dealer Service 337 Maintenance Procedures 338 Engine Oil 338 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 340 Maintenance Free Battery 341 Air Conditioner Maintenance 342 Body Lubrication 343 Windshield Wiper...

Page 336: ...Integrated Power Module 364 Vehicle Storage 369 Replacement Light Bulbs 370 Bulb Replacement 370 Headlight Halogen Front Park And Turn Lights 370 Fog Lights 374 Cab Top Clearance Lights If Equipped 37...

Page 337: ...pstick 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Fill 9 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Battery 11 Coolant Pressure C...

Page 338: ...driveable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could a...

Page 339: ...LER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include de...

Page 340: ...regular intervals The best time to check the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been parked overnight When checking oil after operating the engine first ensure the engine is at full...

Page 341: ...de For trucks with a 5 7L engine operating under a gross combined weight rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg or greater SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures For all other truck...

Page 342: ...ld be changed at every engine oil change Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct part number Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be taken in dispos...

Page 343: ...efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently sealed You will never h...

Page 344: ...to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This...

Page 345: ...ion Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a li...

Page 346: ...l gasoline etc Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only not r...

Page 347: ...tained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damag...

Page 348: ...mage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other a...

Page 349: ...s the vehicle should be stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be ob tained immediately To minimize...

Page 350: ...freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the cool...

Page 351: ...to Fluids Lubricants and Genu ine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified HOAT engine coolant antifreeze may result in engine...

Page 352: ...Additive Technology HOAT engine coolant antifreeze When adding engine coolant antifreeze The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Organic Addi...

Page 353: ...ned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add engine cool...

Page 354: ...ranges indicated on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing en...

Page 355: ...50 HOAT engine coolant antifreeze minimum and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle...

Page 356: ...Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudd...

Page 357: ...nspected When checking the fluid level 4500 5500 only the vehicle should be in a level position The fluid level should be 1 4 in 1 4 in 6 4 mm 6 4 mm below the fill hole on the front axle The fluid le...

Page 358: ...nt These conditions should be considered normal operation of the limited slip differential Transfer Case If Equipped Drain And Refill Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for...

Page 359: ...Fluid Level Check 545RFE Transmission Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature 180 F 82 C This occurs after at least 15 miles 25 km of driving At normal operatin...

Page 360: ...level is correctly established at room temperature it should be between the HOT upper reference holes when the transmission reaches 180 F 21 C Remember it is best to check the level at the normal oper...

Page 361: ...m Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces du...

Page 362: ...Wax to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint...

Page 363: ...ble Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regu...

Page 364: ...her upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be r...

Page 365: ...household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the...

Page 366: ...belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Dry with a soft tissue FUSES Integrated Power Module The integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near t...

Page 367: ...enoid 7 8 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 9 30 Amp Pink Off Road Module Power 10 5 Amp Orange Trx Off Rd Pkg Sen Gas Engine Only NOTE Insert 5 amp fuse in this ca...

Page 368: ...en ABS Pump 19 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Battery Feed Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraints Controller ORC 2 21 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraints Pass Disable Switch...

Page 369: ...or Universal Exhaust Gas Oxygen Uego Sensor Controller 31 10 Amp Red PCM Gas TCM Diesel 58RFE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 32 10 Amp Red Power Ignition Run Adjustable Pedals LED 33 10 A...

Page 370: ...s prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in a electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is i...

Page 371: ...ervice i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimi...

Page 372: ...s wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb No Backup 1156 Fog Light 9006LL Headlight Halogen H13 Side Marker Park Turn Signal 1157 Rear License Plate Lamp 1157 Rear Ca...

Page 373: ...1 Open the hood 2 Remove the two bolts from the front of the headlight housing 3 Remove the plug from the inner fender well MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 7...

Page 374: ...ng out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors NOTE For easier removal pull the headlight assembly straight forward applying the greatest amount of force to the outer edg...

Page 375: ...r and bulb from housing 8 Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogen bulb in housing 9 Twist the headlight halogen bulb 1 4 turn and remove headlight bulb from the housing 10 Replace headlight...

Page 376: ...ehicle unlock and twist connector counterclockwise 1 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing 2 Pull bulb straight from the connector 3 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing...

Page 377: ...Cab Top Clearance Lights If Equipped 1 Remove the two screws from the top of the light 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn and pull it from the light assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 7...

Page 378: ...3 Pull the bulb straight from its socket and replace 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 379: ...For vehicles operating under a gross combined weight rating less than 14 000 lbs 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters 5 7L Engine SAE 5W 30 API Certified For vehicles operating under a gross combined weight rating gr...

Page 380: ...tandard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 5 7L Engine For ve hicles operating under a gross com bined weight rating greater than 14 000 lbs Use API Certified...

Page 381: ...mission Fluid Front and Rear Axle Fluid 4500 5500 GL 5 SAE 75W 90 Synthetic MS 9763 or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent If DOT 3 brake fluid is n...

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Page 383: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance 382 Maintenance Schedule 382 5 7L Gas Engine 382 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 384: ...utomotive part that has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 5 7L Gas Engine The oil change indicator syste...

Page 385: ...of this At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy...

Page 386: ...e rod ends CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for th...

Page 387: ...tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Lube front d...

Page 388: ...24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air clean...

Page 389: ...ths Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner fil...

Page 390: ...and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings rep...

Page 391: ...he engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs 5 7L engine Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Lube front drive shaft fitting...

Page 392: ...r any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspect the f...

Page 393: ...r 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cle...

Page 394: ...d replace PCV valve if necessary Lube front drive shaft fitting 4x4 only Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspect the front rear axle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or f...

Page 395: ...be front drive shaft fitting 4x4 only Inspect the CV Joints Inspect exhaust system Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 102 000 Miles 170 000 km or 102 M...

Page 396: ...tie rod ends Inspect the front rear axle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorize...

Page 397: ...for any of the following fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Change the automatic transmission fluid filter s Replace accessory drive belt s Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signa...

Page 398: ...ary Lube front drive shaft fitting 4x4 only Lubricate outer tie rod ends Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 138 000 Miles 230 000 km or 138 Months Main...

Page 399: ...xle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Inspect the CV Joints Inspect exhaust system Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature A...

Page 400: ...G You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a...

Page 401: ...ests 401 If You Need Assistance 401 Chrysler LLC Customer Center 402 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 402 In Mexico Contact 402 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 403 Se...

Page 402: ...Publication Order Forms 405 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 406 Treadwear 407 Traction Grades 407 Temperature Grades 408 400 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE...

Page 403: ...of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a re...

Page 404: ...ion to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification...

Page 405: ...n three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract National Customer Hot line at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer w...

Page 406: ...e MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized dealer They will help keep the vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United Stat...

Page 407: ...Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Ex...

Page 408: ...nd engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and main tenance procedures as well as specifications capabili ties and safety...

Page 409: ...variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent...

Page 410: ...d to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent high...

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Page 412: ...19 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 200 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 349 350 Capacities 377 Disposal 352 Anti Lock Warning Light 170 257 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm...

Page 413: ...ts 375 Calibration Compass 141 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 377 Capacities Fluid 377 Caps Filler Oil Engine 339 Power Steering 253 Radiator Coolant Pressure 351 Car Washes 360 Carbon Monoxide...

Page 414: ...2 Disposal of Used Coolant 352 Drain Flush and Refill 349 Inspection 352 Points to Remember 352 Pressure Cap 351 Radiator Cap 351 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 349 378 Cruise Control Speed Control 1...

Page 415: ...Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 330 Hazard Warning Flasher 314 Jump Starting 326 Tow Hooks 330 Towing 331 Emission Control System Maintenance 382 Engine 335 Air Cleaner 340 Block Heater 223 Break In Recom...

Page 416: ...ring 253 Transfer Case 356 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 378 Fog Lights 126 167 374 Fold Flat Load Floor 154 Four Wheel Drive 230 Four Way Hazard Flasher 314 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 330 Front Ax...

Page 417: ...t Rating 289 Guide Body Builders 6 GVWR 287 Hands Free Phone UConnect 86 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 250 Hazard Warning Flasher 314 Head Restraints 117 Headlights 3...

Page 418: ...nt Panel and Controls 160 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 363 Integrated Power Module Fuses 364 Interior Appearance Care 362 Interior Lights 123 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 129 Introduction 4 Jack...

Page 419: ...High Beam 128 163 High Beam Indicator 163 High Beam Low Beam Select 128 Illuminated Entry 20 Instrument Cluster 162 Interior 123 Lights On Reminder 126 Passing 128 Seat Belt Reminder 163 Security Ala...

Page 420: ...e 405 Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check 356 Lubricant Selection 379 Mirrors 81 Automatic Dimming 82 Electric Powered 83 Outside 82 Rearview 81 Trailer Towing 84 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7...

Page 421: ...227 Overdrive OFF Switch 227 Overhead Console 136 Overhead Travel Information Center 136 Overheating Engine 165 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 405 Parking Brake 254 Passenger Airbag On Off Switch 53...

Page 422: ...eclining Front Seats 116 Recorder Event Data 57 Recreational Towing 304 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 305 307 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 306 309 Reformulated Gasoline 281 Refriger...

Page 423: ...n 47 Child Restraint 60 72 Extender 47 Front Seat 36 Reminder 163 Seats 114 115 Adjustment 114 Child 72 Cleaning 361 Folding Floor 154 Heated 120 Lumbar Support 118 Power 118 Reclining 116 Security Al...

Page 424: ...er 163 Starting 221 Automatic Transmission 221 Engine Fails to Start 222 Remote 26 Starting Procedures Gas Engines 221 Steel Carcass Ply Tires 269 Steering Power 252 253 Wheel Lock 14 Wheel Tilt 130 S...

Page 425: ...nformation 266 High Speed 271 Inflation Pressures 267 Life of Tires 274 Load Capacity 262 Quality Grading 406 Radial 272 Replacement 274 Rotation 279 Safety 258 266 Sizes 259 Snow Tires 278 Spinning 2...

Page 426: ...9 Transmission Automatic 224 356 Fluid 379 Maintenance 356 Shifting 224 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 24 Tread Wear Indicators 273 Trip Computer 136 Trip Odometer 166 171 Turn Signals 1...

Page 427: ...Trim 361 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 361 Wheel Cover 321 Wheel Nut Torque 320 325 Wind Buffeting 34 Window Fogging 214 Windows 32 Power 32 Rear Sliding 34 154 Windshield Defroster 205 208 Windshield Wa...

Page 428: ...nection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets...

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