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Dodge Ram Power Wagon, Owner'S Manual

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Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124,174,415
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127,169
High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
High Beam/Low Beam Select

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Intensity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Interior

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121,134

Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406,407
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Transmission Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125,168,407,410

Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . . 168

Limited-Slip Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291,392
Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 62
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Lubrication, Body

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382

Lug Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Lumbar Support

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378

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Summary of Contents for Ram Power Wagon

Page 1: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 227 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 8 MAINTENAN...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction 4 How To Use This Manual 5 Warnings And Cautions 5 Van Conversions Campers 5 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1...

Page 4: ...nvenient reference 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 dealer knows your vehicle best has the f...

Page 5: ...arnings and Cautions VAN CONVERSIONS CAMPERS The Manufacturer s Warranty does not apply to body modifications or special equipment installed by van conversion camper manufacturers body builders See th...

Page 6: ...visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient...

Page 7: ...ICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death INTR...

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Page 9: ...strument Panel And Controls 12 Operation 12 Emergencies 12 A Word About Your Keys 12 Key In Ignition Reminder 12 Sentry Key If Equipped 13 Ignition And Steering Lock 15 Manual Transmissions 15 Automat...

Page 10: ...Alarm 29 To Disarm The System 29 Windows 30 Power Windows If Equipped 30 Sliding Rear Window If Equipped 32 Wind Buffeting 32 Occupant Restraints 33 Lap Shoulder Belts 34 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Be...

Page 11: ...er EDR 56 Child Restraint 57 Engine Break In Recommendations 69 Safety Tips 70 Transporting Passengers 70 Lock Your Vehicle 71 Exhaust Gas 71 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 72 Safety...

Page 12: ...The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks with either side up The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to the front The bar code can be used...

Page 13: ...y ring and attempt to start the vehicle again Pagers cell phones walkman etc will have no effect on this system The Security Light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate for about 3 seconds...

Page 14: ...rt the second valid key and switch the ignition to the ON position within 15 seconds After 10 seconds the Security Light will begin to flash Turn the ignition back to the OFF position and remove the s...

Page 15: ...or withdrawn only in the LOCK position Manual Transmissions When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide antitheft protection for your vehicl...

Page 16: ...OCK position Push in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position NOTE The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed and the steering wheel is turned around 115 degre...

Page 17: ...ed before closing will remain locked when closed The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors...

Page 18: ...either the use of the door lock switches located on the front doors or by pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK buttons on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob if equipped As a safety feature the doors will not lo...

Page 19: ...ending in the OFF position Do not start the engine 5 Within 30 seconds press the driver s door lock switch in the LOCK direction 6 A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been disabl...

Page 20: ...ds cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position a minimum of four times ending in the OFF position do not start the engine 5 Within 30 seconds press the driver s door lock switch in the UNLO...

Page 21: ...system open each rear door and slide the control UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the...

Page 22: ...esired position NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR...

Page 23: ...t will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the U...

Page 24: ...ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed i e functional key fob 6 Continue to hold the LOCK button wait at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds the...

Page 25: ...on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position or the key removed 10 To reactivate this feature repeat the above steps 11 If a chime is not heard program mode was canceled before the feature co...

Page 26: ...program mode is entered and no action is performed the previously programmed fobs will continue to func tion 1 Enter your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt fastening the seat belt wi...

Page 27: ...not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the foll...

Page 28: ...sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 2 Remove and replace the batteries Be careful not to disturb the metal terminal near the batteries Install the batteries with the positive terminal...

Page 29: ...d the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless...

Page 30: ...e initiated To exit alarming mode press the transmitter Unlock button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle however you can cr...

Page 31: ...d to the ON or ACC Accessory position WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the win dows wh...

Page 32: ...of the window helps to prevent entry 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 h...

Page 33: ...passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hur...

Page 36: ...r forward increas ing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision...

Page 37: ...ision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as well In a col...

Page 38: ...nt retractor torn webbing etc or if the airbag deployed Standard Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1 The front center seat belt on the Standard Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the st...

Page 39: ...rop 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 reattaching the black l...

Page 40: ...Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 41: ...p position the belt away from your neck Press the button located on the upper belt guide and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best As a guide if you are shorter than average you...

Page 42: ...re belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How To Disengage The Automatic...

Page 43: ...ices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the airbag control module Li...

Page 44: ...switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle unbuckle and then re b...

Page 45: ...g enough When it is not required remove the ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use the seat belt extender whe...

Page 46: ...ipment such as trailer brake controllers snowplow controllers auxiliary light switches ra dios etc on or behind the knee bolster Knee bolsters are designed to work with the air bag and seat belt to pr...

Page 47: ...he risk of harm from a deploying airbag Children 12 years and under should ride buckled up in a rear seat if available Infants in rear facing child restraints must NEVER ride in the front seat of a ve...

Page 48: ...nt could cause serious injury Airbags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel If the vehicle has window airbags they also need roo...

Page 49: ...s of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolsters the instrument panel and the steering wheel and colum...

Page 50: ...eparate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size The airbags fully inflate in milliseconds This is less time than it takes you to blink your eyes The airbags then quickly defl...

Page 51: ...akes it necessary for the driver to be able to see the infant is a child age 1 to 12 who must ride in the front seat because there is no rear seat because there is no rear seat position available or b...

Page 52: ...he ON position To Turn On the Passenger Airbag Standard Cab Ve hicles Only Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On Off Switch push the key in and turn counterclockwise and remove the key fro...

Page 53: ...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 54: ...llisions When the airbag control module detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to in...

Page 55: ...any part of the airbag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an i...

Page 56: ...mlerChrysler Corpo ration such investigations may be requested by custom ers insurance carriers government officials and profes sional crash researchers such as those associated with universities and...

Page 57: ...agnostic trouble code s and warning lamp status for electronically controlled safety systems including the airbag system Airbag disable lamp status if equipped Time of airbag deployment in terms of ig...

Page 58: ...of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Use the restraint that is correct for your child Safety experts recommend that children ride rear...

Page 59: ...ion are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and who are older than one year These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt The belt positioning booster seat is for...

Page 60: ...ut of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards We also recommend that you make sure that you can i...

Page 61: ...and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if pulling and pushin...

Page 62: ...ystems are installed in the Standard Cab passenger seat position and the Quad Cab rear seat outboard positions LATCH equipped seating positions feature both lower anchor bars located at the back of th...

Page 63: ...senger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap should...

Page 64: ...install the restraint using the vehicle seat belt Installing the Child Restraint System WARNING Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LATCH attachments in the center position of a Quad...

Page 65: ...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 Follow the ma...

Page 66: ...ee your dealer for help if nec essary 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 tether strap so that it wi...

Page 67: ...or directly behind the seat and then to the anchor directly behind the center rear seat 3 Pass each tether strap hook under the head restraint and through the loop of webbing behind the child seat 4 R...

Page 68: ...Quad Cab Tether Strap Mounting 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 69: ...NE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to...

Page 70: ...Y TIPS Transporting Passengers This vehicle is designed to carry passengers in the cab only For safety reasons NEVER TRANSPORT PASSEN GERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride i...

Page 71: ...e than a short period adjust your climate control system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed and the controls in any position except OFF or MAX A C The best protection a...

Page 72: ...when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see you authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an au...

Page 73: ...tching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Also if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected THINGS...

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Page 75: ...necting Stabilizer Sway Bar 81 Increased Ride Height 81 12 000 Lb Winch 81 High Pressure Monotube Shocks New Front And Rear Springs 82 Off Road Tires 82 Skid Plates And Underbody Protection 82 Wheel F...

Page 76: ...em Features 101 Advanced Phone Connectivity 105 Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System 107 Seats 113 40 20 40 Front Seat 114 Reclining Seats 115 Adjustable Head Restraints 115 Manual Rotary...

Page 77: ...dshield Washers 128 Tilt Steering Column 129 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 130 To Activate 130 To Set At A Desired Speed 131 To Deactivate 131 To Resume Speed 131 To Vary The Speed Setting 131...

Page 78: ...ener If Equipped 142 Programming Homelink 143 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 146 Using Homelink 147 Erasing Homelink Buttons 147 Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button 147 Security 148 Power Su...

Page 79: ...trument Panel Cupholders 153 Rear Cupholder Quad Cab If Equipped 154 Storage 154 Center Storage Compartment If Equipped 154 Storage And Seats If Equipped 155 Fold Flat Load Floor If Equipped 156 Fold...

Page 80: ...ing stuck The locking front and rear differentials should only be engaged during low speed extreme off road situations where one wheel is likely to not be in contact with the ground It is not recommen...

Page 81: ...truck to traverse larger obstructions and provides a better seating position from which to view the trail A major advantage to increasing ride height is the positive effect it has on approach departu...

Page 82: ...belts for improved strength as well as a reinforced sidewall to help protect against bruising and shredding Skid Plates And Underbody Protection Steel skid plates protect the major driveline component...

Page 83: ...and prevent the truck from getting hung up on large rocks between the cross members Steering Dampener Skid Plate protects the steering dampener from impingement damage Electronically Locking Front And...

Page 84: ...protects the door sills from impingement damage and provides a vehicle jacking point Winch accessory kit Contents include Snatch Block Pulley Clevis Tree strap Tow Strap Gloves Power Wagon embossed st...

Page 85: ...d windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at t...

Page 86: ...e convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your right side convex mirror could cause you to collide with an other vehicle or other object Use your insi...

Page 87: ...or right mirror and set it to the center off position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror when you are finished adjusting the mirror To adjust a mirror select left or right with the top switch an...

Page 88: ...the button again Trailer Towing Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra wide loads To change position inboard...

Page 89: ...Blindspot Mirror Trailer Towing Position UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 3...

Page 90: ...nd your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system s micro phone for private conversation The UConnect phonebook enables you to store up to 32 names and four n...

Page 91: ...h cellular phone If your cellular phone supports a different profile eg Headset Profile you may not be able to use any UConnect features Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufactur...

Page 92: ...say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can either use the combined form voice command Phonebook New Entry or you can break the combined form command into two voice comm...

Page 93: ...for pairing with the brand of phone that you have NOTE www chrysler com uconnect www dodge com uconnect www jeep com uconnect The following are general phone to UConnect System pairing instructions P...

Page 94: ...le cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority 3 and priority 5 phones are present in the vehicle the UConnect system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you ma...

Page 95: ...nnect phone book Refer to section Add Names to Your UCon nect Phonebook to learn how to store a name in the phonebook The UConnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone nu...

Page 96: ...age has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion Press the Phone...

Page 97: ...ou wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the Voice Recognition button while the...

Page 98: ...ber will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular serv...

Page 99: ...gnition button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call re...

Page 100: ...ion To end a call in progress momentarily press the Phone button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call Redial Press the Phone butt...

Page 101: ...s using Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais if so equipped Continue to follow t...

Page 102: ...making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell ph...

Page 103: ...ling a number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can push the Voice Recognition button and say the sequence you wi...

Page 104: ...the UConnect system while dialing via the cell phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone the aud...

Page 105: ...to be transferred to your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call from your UConnect paired cellular phone to the UConnect system or vice versa...

Page 106: ...ing another phone with the UConnect system The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect system that you want to use it with Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the...

Page 107: ...ecognition button anytime while the list is being played and say the priority number Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System Voice Recognition VR Always wait for the beep before speaking Spe...

Page 108: ...lar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook UConnect phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook You can say O letter O for 0 zer...

Page 109: ...phones have been found to occasionally lose connection to the UConnect system When this hap pens the connection can generally be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recom...

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

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

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

Page 113: ...one settings phone set up SEATS The seating options available in this truck are the result of extensive customer research and evaluations WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area insi...

Page 114: ...ward or backward and is equipped with a back recliner The manual seat adjustment handle is found at the front edge of each seat cushion Pull up on the handle and slide the seat to get the most comfort...

Page 115: ...inst your chest If you ride in this position the shoulder harness will no longer be restraining you In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and receive serious or fatal injuries Recline in...

Page 116: ...anual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment If Equipped Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the driver s seatback and on the right side of the passenger s seatback increases or decreases t...

Page 117: ...ntrols are on the outboard side of the front seat cushions Three switches control the seat move ment The four way switch in the center can be moved forward or backwards to get the most comfortable pos...

Page 118: ...ated seat switches are located in the instrument panel under the climate controls Each heated seat switch has two settings HI and LOW Press the switch once to obtain High heat level then press the swi...

Page 119: ...ll also turn OFF when the ignition is turned OFF Both of the indicators ON identifies High heat level The lower indicator On only identifies Low heat level Flashing indicator lights on the switch indi...

Page 120: ...damage 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 v...

Page 121: ...pened when the dimmer control rotating wheel on the right side of the switch is rotated to the upward detent position or if equipped when the UN LOCK button is pressed on the key fob When a door is He...

Page 122: ...and is useful when headlights are re quired during the day Club Cab Quad Cab models may have an optional switched dome lamp that may be operated by pressing the lens Battery Saver To protect the life...

Page 123: ...ng Lights Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position the parking lights taillights side marker lights license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on The...

Page 124: ...aytime Running Lights will turn off Lights on Reminder If the headlights parking lights or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned off a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened...

Page 125: ...he steering column Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right hand or left hand turn The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes to indicate the direction of the turn and...

Page 126: ...g Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever...

Page 127: ...switch the headlights from HIGH or LOW beam Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction control lever Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper...

Page 128: ...ility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with defr...

Page 129: ...climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or...

Page 130: ...is locked before driving ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tion at speeds greater than refer to the table below for the speed for your specifi...

Page 131: ...y WARNING Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system to cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leav...

Page 132: ...button is tapped speed will decrease For example tapping the button 3 times will decrease the speed by 3 times the speed listed in the table below refer to the table below for the speed for your speci...

Page 133: ...s equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission should be operated in 4th gear or lower under the above conditions Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may exhibit several downshifts under th...

Page 134: ...tated to the courtesy light position fully upward position or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter if so equipped These lights are also operated individually as re...

Page 135: ...g Courtesy Lights Compass Temperature Mini Trip Computer CMTC This overhead console allows you to choose between a compass temperature display and one of four trip con ditions being monitored US M But...

Page 136: ...lapsed time ET Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 2 seconds while in any of the 3 resettable displays AVG ECO ODO ET the Global Reset will reset all 3 displays Step Button Use th...

Page 137: ...the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regardless of the DTE displayed value When the DTE value is less than 30 miles estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to an alternating test...

Page 138: ...me ET This display 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...

Page 139: ...cts the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu...

Page 140: ...h In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set accordin...

Page 141: ...displayed Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation Outside Temperature Because the ambient temperature sensor is located un derhood e...

Page 142: ...peners motorized gates or home lighting It triggers these devices at the push of a button The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle s battery and charging system no batteries are needed For...

Page 143: ...ink com for safety information or assistance Programming HomeLink NOTE When programming a garage door opener it is advised to park outside the garage It is also recom mended that a new battery be plac...

Page 144: ...ry or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate...

Page 145: ...after the indicator light changes from the slow to the rapid flash 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programm...

Page 146: ...com or 1 800 355 3515 Canadian Programming Gate Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long e...

Page 147: ...ttons individual buttons cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed note below follow the step noted Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seco...

Page 148: ...device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not exp...

Page 149: ...gh the sunroof opening Injury may result Open Sunroof Express Mode Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature causing the sunroof to open automatically During the...

Page 150: ...ase to Express Close Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction ice debris etc prevents closing press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs This allows the sunroof t...

Page 151: ...hat the sunroof is fully closed ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary electrical outlet can provide power for in cab accessories designed for use with the standard cigar lighter plug The outlet is lo...

Page 152: ...l discharge the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with acc...

Page 153: ...when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders To secure the cup place the cup to be held into one of...

Page 154: ...ments under the lid Push the button on the front of the armrest to raise the cover Inside there is a power outlet if equipped removable coin holder if equipped and two dividers to configure the storag...

Page 155: ...lbs 4 5 kg These items could be thrown about endangering occupants of the vehicle Items stored should not exceed a total of 10 lbs 4 5 kg Storage and Seats If Equipped Located in the center of the fr...

Page 156: ...tored on the load floor While driving or in an accident you may experience abrupt stopping rapid acceleration or sharp turns Loose objects stored on the load floor may move around with force and strik...

Page 157: ...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 Open Position UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

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: ...ler You can carry wide building materials sheets of ply wood etc by building a raised load floor Place lumber across the box in the indentations provided above the wheel housings and in the bulkhead d...

Page 160: ...alled to transfer the weight of the load to the pickup box floor or vehicle damage may result The use of proper supports will permit loading up to the rated payload Unrestrained cargo may be thrown fo...

Page 161: ...ght side of the tailgate hinge bracket Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears the hanger bracket Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free the left side pivot Remo...

Page 162: ...carbon monoxide which is deadly the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with Cap or Slide In Campers should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks 162 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 163: ...Hands Free Phone Capability 177 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 177 Operation Instructions CD Mode 180 Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped 182 Sales Code RAQ AM FM CD 6 Disc Radio W...

Page 164: ...199 Fast Forward FF 200 Rewind RW 200 Tape Eject 200 Scan Button 200 Changing Tape Direction 200 Metal Tape Selection 200 Pinch Roller Release 200 Noise Reduction 201 Operation Instructions CD Mode Fo...

Page 165: ...ompact Disc Maintenance 212 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 213 Climate Controls 213 Heater Only Fleet Vehicles 214 Air Conditioning And Heating If Equipped 216 Electric Rear Window Defroster And...

Page 166: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 167: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 4...

Page 168: ...electrical system voltage The pointer should stay within 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 ele...

Page 169: ...f the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on continuously...

Page 170: ...page 283 for more information 13 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant temperature Any reading within the normal range indicates that the cooling system is operat ing satis...

Page 171: ...will also come on for about two seconds when the ignition is first turned ON 15 Transmission Range Indicator Automatic Tranmissions Only When the gear selector lever is moved this indicator shows the...

Page 172: ...be displayed for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned off or the engine is started 17 Check Gages Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions a...

Page 173: ...d the parking brake is on If the light remains on when the parking brake is released it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction In this case the light will remain on until the cause is...

Page 174: ...vice as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your ve...

Page 175: ...eter Trip Odometer Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading when in trip mode 27 Fuel Gauge Shows le...

Page 176: ...pending on your radio model whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position When the ignition switch is in the OFF position or when the radio frequency is being displayed time keep ing is ac...

Page 177: ...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 stopping Turning the volume control to the...

Page 178: ...d time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning ON OFF the ignition will cancel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped...

Page 179: ...or decrease the Mid Range tones Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones Press the rotary...

Page 180: ...pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Preset Buttons 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you co...

Page 181: ...e and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers SCAN Button CD Mode Press this button to play the fir...

Page 182: ...fast forward through the tracks Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature If the RW button is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press...

Page 183: ...n Radio Mode Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the Radio CD player Hands Free Phone Satellite or Vehicle Entertainment System VES if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release...

Page 184: ...dcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Radio Mode Pressing the rewind fast forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in...

Page 185: ...rotary TUNE control again to exit setting tone balance and fade RDN PTY Button Radio Mode Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second t...

Page 186: ...ed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Typ...

Page 187: ...it will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the star...

Page 188: ...onding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to rem...

Page 189: ...ODE For CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode RND PTY Button Random Play Button CD MODE For CD Audio Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature pl...

Page 190: ...o play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 15 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum num...

Page 191: ...dition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps...

Page 192: ...e session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play SEEK Button CD Mode For MP3 Play Pressing th...

Page 193: ...ay the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display NO DISC LOADED INFO Button CD Mode For MP3 Play Press and INFO button while pl...

Page 194: ...ove through available folders Press the TUNE control to select a folder Buttons 1 6 CD Mode For MP3 Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equip...

Page 195: ...urn 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 stopping Turnin...

Page 196: ...able station before continu ing to the next To stop the search press SCAN a second time Time Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds Clock Setting Procedure 1...

Page 197: ...eft to increase or decrease the Mid Range tones Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones P...

Page 198: ...ion Sports Sports Talk Talk Rock Rock Classic Rock Classic_Rock Adult Hits Adult_Hits Soft Rock Soft_Rock Top 40 Top_40 Country Country Oldies Oldies Soft Soft Nostalgia Nostalgia Jazz Jazz Classical...

Page 199: ...perating Instructions Tape Player Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the left and the mechanical action of the player will gently pull the cassette into the play position NOTE When...

Page 200: ...t from the radio Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature Changing Tape Direction If you wish to change the directio...

Page 201: ...ition to operate the radio NOTE Note This Radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compa...

Page 202: ...sert the CD into the player Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and READING DISC when the radio is reading the disc LOAD EJT Eject Press the LOAD EJT button and the push butt...

Page 203: ...l allows the setting of the Tone Fade and Balance See Radio Mode AM FM Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode RND PTY Button Random Play Button CD MODE for CD Audio Play...

Page 204: ...to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels...

Page 205: ...dition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specifi cation Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit rate kbps...

Page 206: ...nded to use CD R media and single session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Audio Play SEEK...

Page 207: ...re are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display INSERT DISC for 2 minutes After 2 minutes the radio will go to the previous tuner mode INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play P...

Page 208: ...through available folders Press the TUNE control to select a folder Buttons 1 6 CD Mode for MP3 Play Selects disc positions 1 6 for Play Load Eject Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped...

Page 209: ...r selecting a variety of destina tions and routes AM FM stereo radio and six disc CD changer with MP3 capability Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit On...

Page 210: ...The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left h...

Page 211: ...the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the th...

Page 212: ...ommercially available WET cleaning cassette As preventive maintenance clean the head about every 30 hours of use If you wait until the head becomes very dirty noticeably poor sound it may not be possi...

Page 213: ...ion may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repo sitioning of t...

Page 214: ...small dots Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel Recirculation Modes Panel or Bi Level Select the recirculation modes when the outside air contains smoke or odors...

Page 215: ...r Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower control Turn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire To turn the blower off turn...

Page 216: ...he 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 condition...

Page 217: ...lation 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 218: ...ation 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...

Page 219: ...lectric Rear Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors feature These features also turn off after activation when 15 minutes have elapsed To reactivate simply press the button again Air Conditioni...

Page 220: ...shing the A C button turns on the air conditioning compressor An indicator light on the button shows that the Air Conditioning compressor is on Conditioned air is now directed through the mode outlets...

Page 221: ...el and those located on the floor NOTE There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature gives improved c...

Page 222: ...to help dry the windshield Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower control Turn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you des...

Page 223: ...when 15 minutes have elapsed To reactivate simply press the button again Circulation The cab is designed with features to promote outside air circulation There are grilles in the cab back panel These...

Page 224: ...necessary to remain in the Recirculation 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 temperat...

Page 225: ...ooling 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 to...

Page 226: ...Operating Tips Chart 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 227: ...ng In Snow Mud And Sand 240 Crossing Obstacles Rocks And Other High Points 242 Hill Climbing 245 Driving Through Water 248 Airing Down For Off Road Driving 250 Vehicle Recovery 251 After Driving Off R...

Page 228: ...278 After Starting 279 Transmission Shifting 280 Automatic Transmission With Overdrive 280 Manual Transmission 6 Speed 285 Four Wheel Drive Operation 287 Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Info...

Page 229: ...305 Tire Pressure 305 Tire Inflation Pressures 306 Radial Ply Tires 308 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 309 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 310 Tire Spinning 310 Tread Wear Indicators 311 Life Of Tire 3...

Page 230: ...30 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 331 Trailer And Tongue Weight 331 Towing Requirements 332 Towing Tips 337 Trailer Towing Mirrors If Equipped 339 Snowplow 340 Dodge Power Wagon...

Page 231: ...d surfaced roads The ability to steer the vehicle is reduced and damage to the drivetrain may occur when the axles are locked on hard surfaced roads CAUTION Do not try to lock the rear axle if the veh...

Page 232: ...the rear axle still provides torque biasing capability for moderate low traction environments During the command to lock the axle the indicator light will flash until the axle is locked After the loc...

Page 233: ...switch to FRONT REAR while traveling less than 3 MPH 5 KM H The indicator light will be solid when the front axle is locked NOTE The rear axle must be locked before the front axle will lock To unlock...

Page 234: ...e during normal driving conditions WARNING Do not disconnect the stabilizer bar and drive on hard surfaced roads or at speeds above 18 MPH you may lose control of the vehicle which could result in ser...

Page 235: ...ground or rocked from side to side To return to on road mode press the bottom of the stabilizer sway bar button WARNING If stabilizer sway bar will not return to on road mode vehicle stability is grea...

Page 236: ...he ramp divided by the wheelbase of the vehicle and multiplied by 1000 is the RTI The Power Wagon has an RTI of 655 which means you can articulate one front wheel 32 inches in the air while the other...

Page 237: ...Angles A B C and D STARTING AND OPERATING 237 5...

Page 238: ...ter ingestion The Power Wagon has high water fording characteristics with the ability to cross a pool of water without stopping 24 inches deep at a maximum speed of 10 mph and a pool of water 30 inche...

Page 239: ...conditions hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow and ice Every surface has a different effect on your vehicle s steering handling and traction Control ling your vehicle is one of the keys...

Page 240: ...uction in traction when driving in snow mud or sand The vehicle will be less responsive to steering acceleration and braking inputs Therefore you should accelerate slowly leave greater stopping distan...

Page 241: ...p it is if there are any hidden obstacles and if the vehicle can be safely recovered if stuck Sand Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with full tire pressure When crossing soft sandy spots...

Page 242: ...ring the vehicle to a complete stop and then inch the vehicle forward until it makes contact with the object Apply the throttle lightly while holding a light brake pressure and ease the vehicle up and...

Page 243: ...Gully Ditch Washout Or Rut When crossing a ravine gully ditch washout or a large rut the angled approach is the key to maintaining your vehicle s mobility Approach these obstacles at a 45 degree angl...

Page 244: ...es CAUTION Do not attempted to cross a log with a greater diameter than the running ground clearance or the vehicle will become high centered Getting High Centered If you get hung up or high centered...

Page 245: ...ly recover the vehicle if something goes wrong If everything looks good and you feel confident then change trans mission into a lower gear shift the transfer case into 4L Low and proceed with caution...

Page 246: ...ow controlled descent Are there obstacles Is it a straight descent Is there plenty of distance at the base of the hill to regain control if the vehicle descends to fast If you feel confident in your a...

Page 247: ...ne and shift to R Reverse Back slowly down the hill allowing the compression braking of the engine and transmission to help regulate your speed If the brakes are required to control vehicle speed appl...

Page 248: ...slowly with a constant slow speed 3 5 mph maximum and light throttle Keep the vehicle moving do not try to accelerate through the crossing After crossing any water higher than the bottom of the axle d...

Page 249: ...or a faster cleaner and easier vehicle recovery If you are able to determine you can safely cross than proceed using the low and slow method CAUTION Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec ti...

Page 250: ...ve your ride comfort and vehicle traction Reducing the tire air pressure allows the tire to bulge slightly improving its surface area for better flotation and ability to mold or form to the ground con...

Page 251: ...l move the vehicle Is there an anchor point to winch to Are you alone or do you have another vehicle to help Is there high risk of vehicle damage during the recovery process Answering these questions...

Page 252: ...s build vehicle momentum which hopefully gets you out Remember to ease off and on the accelerator before and after the shift If after a few rock cycles your vehicle is not free stop and try another me...

Page 253: ...e recovery at the time of the snap by slowly spinning the tires in the same direction as the pulling vehicle After the vehicle becomes free the driver of the previously stuck vehicle should signal the...

Page 254: ...mprove the angle of pull or increase the winch s pulling force If the anchor point is a tree use a strap around its base and hook the cable to the strap If it is another vehicle then place that vehicl...

Page 255: ...damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and sus pension Retighten them if required and torque to the values specified in the Service M...

Page 256: ...uses the electrical power from the vehicle charging system to power a motor that winds wire rope into the winch drum via planetary gear reduc tion By nature a winch is capable of generating very high...

Page 257: ...t power in or out for 30 seconds if this device is tripped If the interrupt is tripped the vehicle should be operated at high idle for a few minutes to allow the vehicle charging system to recover bef...

Page 258: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR WINCH Winch Components 258 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 259: ...speed and pulling power 5 Wire Rope The wire rope allows the winch to be connected to an anchor to provide a pulling force 6 Clutch Lever The clutch lever allows the winch drum to be disconnected from...

Page 260: ...tive gloves while oper ating the winch or handling the wire rope Avoid loose fit ting clothes or anything that could become entangled in the wire rope and other mov ing parts Snatch Block Pulley Used...

Page 261: ...rope and load and keep others away during winching Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire rope hook and fairlead opening during operation and when spooling Never wrap wire rope back onto it...

Page 262: ...UTION Always Know Your Winch Take time to fully read and understand the included Installation and Opera tions Guide and Basic Guide to Winching Tech niques in order to understand your winch and the wi...

Page 263: ...r through the rollers Watch and listen to Winch for proper snugness 1 Inspect the winch winch mount and wire rope for damage Do not use the winch if the mount is loose or rope shows excessive wear or...

Page 264: ...te the clutch lever on the winch to disengage Freespooling conserves battery power 4 Free the winch hook and attach hook strap Free the winch hook from its anchor point Attach hook strap to the hook i...

Page 265: ...ire as it can become twisted and over wrap when slackened leading to wire rope damage To prevent losing the end hold the hook strap while you work 6 Secure to the anchor point Once you ve established...

Page 266: ...and block its wheels to prevent your vehicle from moving Ideally you ll want an anchor point that will enable you to pull straight in the direction the vehicle will move This allows the wire rope to...

Page 267: ...d behind the front bumper Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle always pass the remote through a window...

Page 268: ...nder tension stand well clear and never step over it 11 Check your anchor Make sure all connections are secured and free of debris before continuing with the winching procedure 12 Check wire rope The...

Page 269: ...n on the wire rope first 14 Establish no people zones Make your intentions clear Be sure that everyone in the immediate vicinity surrounding the winching operation is completely aware of your intentio...

Page 270: ...e winch As you power in make sure the wire rope winds evenly and tightly on the drum This prevents the outer wire wraps from drawing into the inner wraps binding and damaging the wire rope Avoid shock...

Page 271: ...kes and put the transmission in park automatic or low gear for manual transmissions Release tension in the wire rope 17 Disconnect wire rope Disconnect from the anchor 18 Rewind wire rope The person h...

Page 272: ...k is the same distance as the full length of the remote control from the winch Pinch the hook between your thumb and forefinger and attach the hook strap Hold the hook strap between the thumb and fore...

Page 273: ...tuation You will have to assess what technique is correct for your situation Think safety at all times How to change the pulling direction All winching operations should have a straight line from the...

Page 274: ...at 90 to wind properly onto the spooling drum Increasing pulling power In some cases you may find yourself needing more pulling power The use of snatch blocks increases me chanical advantage and that...

Page 275: ...e hook to your vehicle s frame tow hook and run the wire rope through a snatch block Disengage the clutch and using the snatch block pull out enough wire to reach your anchor point Do not attach hook...

Page 276: ...pedal must be depressed to shift out of Park P OFF Unlocks the steering wheel if equipped with locking wheel and the automatic transmission shift control with engine off ON This is the normal running...

Page 277: ...G PROCEDURES The starter should not be operated for more than 15 second intervals Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter from overheating Manual Transmission Apply the p...

Page 278: ...shift out of Park P If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the normal starting procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor a...

Page 279: ...in a flash fire causing serious personal injury After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de crease as the engine warms up CAUTION Long periods of engine idling especially at...

Page 280: ...rk or when shifting out of Park Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from Park or Neutral position into another gear range P Park This gear position supplements the parking brake by lockin...

Page 281: ...omething Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal R Reverse Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop N Neu...

Page 282: ...s when going downhill NOTE Do not exceed maximum engine speed Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec tronically controlled fourth and fifth if equipped speed Overdri...

Page 283: ...t this temperature If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down After co...

Page 284: ...t be pressed each time the engine is started Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle A clutch within the torq...

Page 285: ...cle especially on an incline This model is equipped with a clutch interlocking igni tion system The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to start the vehicle Fully depress the clutch pedal before shif...

Page 286: ...manual transmission for fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed below Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions relatively steady speeds will...

Page 287: ...e front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished by simply moving the shift lever to the desired positions The 4H and 4L positions are intended for loose slippery road surfaces...

Page 288: ...er than road conditions permit NOTE Delayed shifts out of four wheel drive may be experienced due to uneven tire wear low or uneven tire pressures excessive vehicle loading or cold tempera tures WARNI...

Page 289: ...infor mation 4L 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maxi...

Page 290: ...f difficulty occurs shift automatic transmission to N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn engine OFF Make shift to the desired mode NOTE Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle complet...

Page 291: ...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 292: ...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 gear shift lever is in the PAR...

Page 293: ...to brake problems due to excessive heating 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 bra...

Page 294: ...The system operates with a separate com puter to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to pro...

Page 295: ...ase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from exces...

Page 296: ...ure offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills...

Page 297: ...c tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compac...

Page 298: ...ire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire...

Page 299: ...ditions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL E...

Page 300: ...the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S D...

Page 301: ...d to have 1 number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE The prope...

Page 302: ...e to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded...

Page 303: ...load capacity is 650 lb since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lb 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and...

Page 304: ...304 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 305: ...nd can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause dama...

Page 306: ...ure is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loade...

Page 307: ...ire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temper...

Page 308: ...ehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle t...

Page 309: ...worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and lo...

Page 310: ...he first opportunity WARNING The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling With this tire do not drive more than 60 mph 10...

Page 311: ...wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molde...

Page 312: ...vide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the...

Page 313: ...ity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to e...

Page 314: ...tions Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Broken chains can cause serious vehicle damage Stop t...

Page 315: ...your vehicle SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type construc tion as the front tires Consult the manufacturer of the snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed requirement ass...

Page 316: ...e help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the Maintenance Schedules Se...

Page 317: ...e 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 gasoline be fore considering...

Page 318: ...ponents MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolin...

Page 319: ...on light to illuminate We recommend that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to an authorized...

Page 320: ...p is behind the fuel filler door If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle NOTE After fuel is added the vehicle diagnostic sys tem can determine if the...

Page 321: ...ing Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance d...

Page 322: ...bility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exh...

Page 323: ...However you must keep the en gine maintained to assure proper operation and prevent possible damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assess...

Page 324: ...onged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration Regulations your vehicl...

Page 325: ...specified by purchasers for in creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi cle s GVWR Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle Replacement tir...

Page 326: ...rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally Stow all loose items securely be...

Page 327: ...ably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully re view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirements and re...

Page 328: ...nation Note that GCWR ratings in clude a 68 kg 150 lbs allowance for the presence of a driver Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the...

Page 329: ...on the market today and they re commonly used to tow small and medium sized trailers Weight Distributing Hitch A weight distributing hitch includes a receiver attached to the tow vehicle plus a remov...

Page 330: ...s can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Refer to Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings for the website addr...

Page 331: ...to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss...

Page 332: ...r sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for Tongue Weights TW above 150 lbs 68 kg and required for Tongue Weights above 300 lbs 136 kg Towing Requirements To pro...

Page 333: ...ce or damage to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chas sis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the fram...

Page 334: ...eration of your vehicle Refer to the Tires General Information section of this manual on Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures Also check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres...

Page 335: ...When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system an electronic brake controller is not required Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1 000 lbs 454 kg and require...

Page 336: ...could result in an accident Towing Requirements Trailer Lights Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring...

Page 337: ...nge the TOW HAUL or OD OFF range should be selected NOTE Using the TOW HAUL or OD OFF range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating con ditions will improve performance and extend transmis s...

Page 338: ...ou experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Towing Tips...

Page 339: ...pped Out or In A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main mirror surface NOTE Fold the 7 x 10 inch trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash CAUTION Do not atte...

Page 340: ...r aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end or your vehicle The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or...

Page 341: ...DRIVE VEHICLES BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC CAUTION Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing NOTE The transfer case must be shifted into N...

Page 342: ...edal 4 Shift automatic transmission to N NEUTRAL or depress the clutch on manual transmissions 5 Shift transfer case lever into N NEUTRAL 6 Start the engine 7 Shift automatic transmission into Reverse...

Page 343: ...ess the brake pedal 4 Shift automatic transmission to N NEUTRAL or depress the clutch on manual transmissions 5 Shift transfer case lever to desired position 6 Shift automatic transmission into P Park...

Page 344: ...nstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient...

Page 345: ...k Location 348 All Models 348 Changing A Flat Tire 349 Removing The Spare Tire 349 Tire Changing Procedure 350 Hoisting 356 Jump Starting 356 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 359 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equippe...

Page 346: ...fic of an emergency Push 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...

Page 347: ...filling WARNING Remove the gas cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of present gasolines may cause a build up of pressure in the fuel tank that...

Page 348: ...d to lift the vehicle for service purposes unless suitable sup ports are placed under the vehicle as a safety mea sure The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery a...

Page 349: ...terclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull...

Page 350: ...ng tires on this vehicle only It is not recommended that the jack be used for service purposes or to lift more than one wheel at a time Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoiding i...

Page 351: ...damage to your vehicle 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 Apply...

Page 352: ...nect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench When changing a rear wheel assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube Place the jack under the axle between...

Page 353: ...y enough to remove the tire 5 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel on the rear wheel models 6 Using...

Page 354: ...er the jack Stow the replaced tire jack and tools as previously described 9 Adjust the tire pressure when possible NOTE Do not oil wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wh...

Page 355: ...are shown in the following chart Disc Wheels Type Nut Stud Size Torque Ft Lbs Torque Newton Meters Cone 9 16 18 120 150 160 200 Flanged 9 16 18 130 160 190 220 To Stow The Flat Or Spare Turn the wheel...

Page 356: ...art your vehicle by pushing or towing Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis sion cannot be started this way and pushing or towing a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission may over heat and...

Page 357: ...ce 1 Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets which might make an unintended electrical contact 2 Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with out letting the vehicles touch S...

Page 358: ...ble to the negative post of the discharge battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode During cold weather when temperatures are be low freezing point electrolyte in a dis...

Page 359: ...n often be moved by a rocking motion Move the gear selector rhythmically between DRIVE and REVERSE automatic transmissions and between 1st and RE VERSE manual transmissions while applying slight press...

Page 360: ...anded off road Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing You could damage your vehicle TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to y...

Page 361: ...e the following method The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels off the ground Acceptable methods are to tow vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the opposite end on a...

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Page 363: ...367 Dealer Service 369 Replacement Parts 370 Maintenance Procedures 370 Engine Oil 370 Engine Oil Filter 374 Drive Belts Check Condition And Tensioner 374 Spark Plugs 375 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 37...

Page 364: ...arnesses 389 Brake System 389 Clutch Hydraulic System 391 Clutch Linkage 391 Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level 391 Transfer Case 392 Front Drive Shaft 392 Manual Transmission 392 Automa...

Page 365: ...d Turn Lights 407 Tail Stop Turn And Backup Lights 410 Center High Mounted Stoplight With Cargo Light 412 Cab Top Clearance Lights If Equipped 414 Fog Lights 415 Fluids And Capacities 417 Fluids Lubri...

Page 366: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 7L 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 367: ...ice technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be driveable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Ind...

Page 368: ...test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the igniti...

Page 369: ...ady Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M...

Page 370: ...follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other ite...

Page 371: ...ge Engine Oil CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could dam age your engine Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect th...

Page 372: ...section of this manual Dusty Conditions Driving through dust laden air increases the problems of keeping abrasive materials out of the engine Under these conditions special attention should be given...

Page 373: ...iscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location see the Engine Compartment illustration in this section Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark...

Page 374: ...cient service Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended Drive Belts Check Condition and Tensioner Belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic tensioner No belt...

Page 375: ...the filter element should be inspected periodi cally and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule B WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of prot...

Page 376: ...atalyst damage 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...

Page 377: ...rs 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 378: ...ree Battery The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and c...

Page 379: ...rviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time...

Page 380: ...noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified DaimlerChrysler Dealership WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level...

Page 381: ...service However if the seals on the ball joints are damaged the joints should be replaced Serviceable replacement ball joints are available Front suspension ball joints should be replaced only by a qu...

Page 382: ...to the appli cation of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be giv...

Page 383: ...is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only not ra diator antifreeze To prevent freeze up of your windsh...

Page 384: ...umes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or...

Page 385: ...or core Check the coolant bottle hoses for condition and tight ness of the connections at both the coolant bottle and radiator Check the coolant pressure cap and coolant reserve system for proper vacu...

Page 386: ...t When adding coolant or refilling the system a minimum solution of 50 recommended HOAT ethylene glycol engine coolant antifreeze and distilled water should be used Use higher concentrations not to ex...

Page 387: ...ated to prevent corrosion of all cooling system metals may result in radiator plugging overheat ing or cooling system leaks such as in core hole plugs WARNING Never add coolant to the radiator when th...

Page 388: ...ts is not recommended Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the di...

Page 389: ...tact with any heat source or moving component which may cause heat damage or mechanical wear Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed Inspect all hose connections such as clamps...

Page 390: ...to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct Fluid type WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or is unidentified as to specification may result in sudden b...

Page 391: ...ids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct Fluid type For normal serv...

Page 392: ...ited Slip Differentials Power Wagon Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive friction modifiers Transfer Case Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug Th...

Page 393: ...roper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid Check the fluid level whenever the vehicle is serviced Fluid Level Check 545RFE Check the fluid level while the tran...

Page 394: ...two COLD lower holes on the dipstick with the fluid at approximately 70 F 21 C room tem perature If the fluid level is correctly established at room temperature it should be between the HOT upper ref...

Page 395: ...best performance and long life for automatic transmissions the manufacturer recommends that they be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center It is important t...

Page 396: ...ped a symbol Certification Mark to aid the vehicle owner in the proper selection of grease for the lubrication of wheel bearings and chassis components This symbol an example is shown below is located...

Page 397: ...ss Vehicle Weight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in the United States are required to comply with the Federal Government s Exterior Noise Regulations These vehicles can be identified by the...

Page 398: ...air cleaner housing and throttle body must be intact and in good condition The engine air cleaner filter must also be clean and serviced according to the instructions outlined in the appropriate main...

Page 399: ...and equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturers control with all applicable U S EPA Noise Control Regu lations This warranty covers this vehicle as designed built and equipped by the man...

Page 400: ...ERS 9 600 19 000 29 000 36 000 48 000 58 000 67 000 77 000 Exhaust system inspect Air cleaner assembly inspect ODOMETER READING PERFORMED BY PERFORMED AT MILES 54 000 60 000 66 000 72 000 78 000 84 00...

Page 401: ...n The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deteriorati...

Page 402: ...k be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is dam...

Page 403: ...peting Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a dam...

Page 404: ...ner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in c...

Page 405: ...e before remov ing the cover 2 Use specified fuses only 3 Always properly reinstall the cover VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days we recommend that you take the follo...

Page 406: ...eep when the ignition key is cycled to RUN This is a normal condition REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Inside Bulb No Overhead Console Lights TS 212 2 Dome Light 7679 All of the inside bulbs are br...

Page 407: ...Lights CAUTION This is a halogen bulb Avoid touching the glass with your fingers Reduced bulb life will result 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the two 2 bolts from the front of the head light housing Front...

Page 408: ...r fender well and remove the nut through the access hole 4 Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors Inner Fender Plug Rear Headlight Housing Nut Acces...

Page 409: ...mbly straight forward applying the greatest amount of force to the outer edge of the headlight assembly 5 Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of the headlight halogen bulb Headlight Remov...

Page 410: ...housing 8 Twist the headlight halogen bulb 1 4 turn and remove headlight bulb from the housing 9 Replace headlight or turn signal bulb Do not touch the headlight halogen bulb 10 Reverse procedure for...

Page 411: ...to separate the housing from the body If not pulled straight locators may be damaged 3 Push the red lock slide in on the connector and remove the housing from the vehicle 4 Remove the four 4 screws f...

Page 412: ...rker Bottom Bulb Backup Lights 6 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing 7 While holding the taillight firmly in place fasten the top screw first Center High Mounted Stoplight With Ca...

Page 413: ...3 Turn desired bulb socket 1 4 turn and remove socket and bulb from housing 4 Pull desired bulb straight from the socket Outside Bulbs Cargo Lamps Inside Bulb Center High Mount Stop Lamp 5 Reverse pro...

Page 414: ...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 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 415: ...e bulb straight from it s socket and replace Fog Lights 1 Reach under the vehicle unlock and twist connector counterclockwise 1 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing MAINTAINING YOUR VEHIC...

Page 416: ...2 Pull bulb straight from the connector 3 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 417: ...0 Shortbed Models 34 gal 128L 2500 Longbed Models 35 gal 132L Engine Oil with filter 5 7L Engine V 8 SAE 5W 20 API Certified 7 0 qts 6 6L Cooling System 5 7L Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mi...

Page 418: ...r equivalent Engine Oil Use SAE 5W 20 API Certified meeting material standard MS 6395 Refer to oil viscosity chart for alternative grade Engine Oil Filter Mopar Engine Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equiva...

Page 419: ...opar type MS 6560 lithium based grease or equivalent Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 E P Front and Rear Axle Synthetic GL 5 SAE 75W 90 Limited Slip 10 5 inch Rear Axle DOES NOT REQUIRE...

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Page 421: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance 422 Maintenance Schedules 422 Schedule B 425 Schedule A 437 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 422: ...rol devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of...

Page 423: ...irst and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule B Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that a...

Page 424: ...rminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle brake master cylinder and transmission and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil...

Page 425: ...ion If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule...

Page 426: ...X X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting X X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Change rear axle fluid X Chan...

Page 427: ...X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid X Check transfer case fl...

Page 428: ...X X X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting X X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Change rear axle fluid X Ch...

Page 429: ...X X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or 102 000 miles 170 000 km whichever comes first X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Lubricate tie r...

Page 430: ...linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Replace ignition cables X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Drain and refill automatic tranmission fl...

Page 431: ...cate Front Drive Shaft Fitting X X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter X Change...

Page 432: ...cate Front Drive Shaft Fitting X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front a...

Page 433: ...0 000 Kilometers 130 000 135 000 140 000 145 000 150 000 Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X SCHEDULE B 433 8 M A...

Page 434: ...whichever comes first X X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting X X X X Rotate tires X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X Flush and re...

Page 435: ...X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor rect stowage X X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid X Change rear axle fluid X X...

Page 436: ...ain sump and spin on cooler return filter if equipped 545RFE only X Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170 000 km X This applies only if the vehicle is use...

Page 437: ...Lubricate Front Prop Shaft fitting X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level X Lubricate tie rod end links X X...

Page 438: ...cate Front Prop Shaft fitting X X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor rect stowage X X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level X Lubricate tie rod end links X...

Page 439: ...70 000 80 000 90 000 100 000 110 000 Months 36 42 48 54 60 66 Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Replace ignition...

Page 440: ...ires X X X X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage X X X X X Lubricate tie rod end links X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air c...

Page 441: ...wage X X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid X Flush and replace engine coolant if not replaced at 60 months X Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 170...

Page 442: ...malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommend but not required WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only that service wor...

Page 443: ...rvice For Your Vehicle 444 Prepare For The Appointment 444 Prepare A List 444 Be Reasonable With Requests 444 If You Need Assistance 444 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 447 Mopar Parts 447 Repo...

Page 444: ...work you want done If you ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have y...

Page 445: ...process If for some reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership They want to know if you need assistance If your dealership is unable to resolve the conce...

Page 446: ...your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Servi...

Page 447: ...ons of DaimlerChrysler s warranties applicable to this vehicle MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from your dealer They will help you keep your vehicle operating a...

Page 448: ...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 Express and Discover order...

Page 449: ...oven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with sp...

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Page 451: ...INDEX 10...

Page 452: ...Balance 313 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 387 417 Anti Lock Warning Light 173 294 Anti Theft System 29 171 Appearance Care 401 Ashtray 152 Automatic Transmission Adding...

Page 453: ...Oil Engine 373 Power Steering 380 Car Washes 401 Carbon Monoxide Warning 71 162 322 Cargo Light 125 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 211 Catalytic Converter 323 376 CD Player 177 182 195 Cellular...

Page 454: ...d Coolant 388 Drain Flush and Refill 386 Inspection 385 Radiator Cap 385 388 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 387 417 418 Temperature Gauge 170 Cruise Control Speed Control 130 Cup Holder 153 Customer...

Page 455: ...d Warning Flasher 346 Jacking 350 Jump Starting 356 Tow Hooks 360 Towing 360 Emission Control System Maintenance 422 Emission Related Components 378 Engine 366 Air Cleaner 375 Break In Recommendations...

Page 456: ...8 Fluid Brake 419 Fluid Capacities 417 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 393 Power Steering 380 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 418 Fog Lights 124 174 415 Fold Flat Load Floor 156 Four Whe...

Page 457: ...Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 327 GVWR 324 Hands Free Phone 90 Hazard Warning Flasher 346 Head Restraints 115 Headlights 407 High Beam 127 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 127 Lights On Reminder 124 Pas...

Page 458: ...128 Introduction 4 Jack Location 348 Jack Operation 350 Jump Starting 356 Key Replacement 13 Key Sentry 13 Key In Reminder 12 Keyless Entry System 22 Keys 12 17 Lane Change and Turn Signals 125 Lap Be...

Page 459: ...126 Seat Belt Reminder 169 Service 406 407 Transfer Case 290 Transmission Warning 175 Turn Signal 125 168 407 410 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 168 Limited Slip Differential 291 392 Loading...

Page 460: ...ing 88 339 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Mopar Parts 370 447 Multi Displacement Engine System 296 Multi Function Control Lever 125 Noise Control Maintenance 397 Tampering Prohibited 397 398 Nois...

Page 461: ...ter 135 Owner s Manual 448 Parking Brake 292 Passenger Airbag On Off Switch 51 Passing Light 126 Phone Cellular 90 Phone Hands Free 90 Pickup Box 159 Placard Tire and Loading Information 302 Positive...

Page 462: ...tral N 342 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 343 Reformulated Gasoline 317 Refrigerant 380 Relays and Flashers 405 Reminder Seat Belt 43 Remote Keyless Entry 22 Remote Sound System Controls 210...

Page 463: ...9 171 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 418 Sentry Key 13 Service Assistance 444 Service Contract 446 Service Manuals 448 Setting the Clock 176 196 Shift Speeds 286 Shifting 280 Automatic Transmission 2...

Page 464: ...er 296 380 Wheel Tilt 129 Storage Behind the Seat 154 Storage Compartment Center Seat 154 Storage Vehicle 405 Storing Your Vehicle 405 Sun Roof 148 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information 314 Synthetic...

Page 465: ...0 Tread Wear Indicators 311 Wheel Mounting 350 Wheel Nut Torque 353 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 331 Torque Converter Clutch 284 Tow Hooks Emergency 360 Towing 327 Disabled Vehicle 360 Guide 331 Recre...

Page 466: ...ance Compass 140 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 302 324 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 405 Voltmeter 168 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 168 Warning...

Page 467: ...dow Airbag 54 Window Fogging 224 Windows 30 Power 30 Rear Sliding 32 Windshield Defroster 215 217 Windshield Washers 127 128 383 Fluid 127 383 Windshield Wiper Blades 383 Windshield Wipers 127 Wiper B...

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