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Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428

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E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . . . . . 428

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MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429

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Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429

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Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430

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Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 431

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Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) —
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E85 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432

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Ethanol Fuel (E85) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433

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Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433

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Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E85) And Gasoline Vehicles . . . . . . 434

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Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434

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Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435

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Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435

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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435

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Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436

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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . 437

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Vehicle Loading

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Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438

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Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440

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Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . 440

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Trailer Hitch Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444

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Trailer Towing Weights
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Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445

STARTING AND OPERATING

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Summary of Contents for Ram Truck 2008

Page 1: ...Ram Truck OWNE R S MANUAL 2 0 1 0...

Page 2: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 8 MAINTENAN...

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

Page 5: ...E After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes...

Page 6: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5...

Page 7: ...on 2 1 C Such equipment includes video monitors VCRs heaters stoves refrigerators etc For warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufac turer Operating instructions for t...

Page 8: ...Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and title NOTE It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifica...

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Page 10: ...Ignition 14 Key In Ignition Reminder 15 Sentry Key 15 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 17 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 18 Rearming Of The System 18 To Set The...

Page 11: ...r Door Locks If Equipped 29 Child Protection Door Lock 32 Windows 34 Power Windows If Equipped 34 Wind Buffeting 37 Occupant Restraints 37 Lap Shoulder Belts 38 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorag...

Page 12: ...irbag Deployment Sensors And Controls 56 Event Data Recorder EDR 63 Child Restraint 64 Engine Break In Recommendations 76 Safety Tips 77 Transporting Passengers 77 Exhaust Gas 78 Safety Checks You Sho...

Page 13: ...your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place You can insert the double s...

Page 14: ...which stores in the rear of the Key Fob The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead You can keep the emergency key with you wh...

Page 15: ...enter EVIC the power window switches radio power sunroof if equipped and power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Opening either front do...

Page 16: ...when leaving the vehicle unattended Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC sounds a signal to remind you...

Page 17: ...t someone used an invalid Key Fob to try to start the engine Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal...

Page 18: ...iced bring all vehicle keys with you to an autho rized dealer If a programmed Key Fob is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining Key Fobs erased from the system s memory This will preven...

Page 19: ...tion which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the re maining doors and ignition To Set the Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use th...

Page 20: ...whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm ILLUMINATED ENTRY IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lig...

Page 21: ...all buttons on that RKE transmitter however the buttons on the remaining RKE transmitters will continue to work Driving at speeds 5 mph 8 km h and above disables all RKE transmitter buttons for all RK...

Page 22: ...ter for at least four seconds but no longer than ten seconds Then press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while...

Page 23: ...OCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press ing the LOCK UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter wit...

Page 24: ...he feature while outside of the vehicle by press ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the key removed 4 Repeat these steps if you want to return...

Page 25: ...to the ACC or ON position while the Panic Alarm is activated However the exterior lights and horn will remain on You may need to be less than 35 ft 11 m from the vehicle when using the RKE transmitte...

Page 26: ...hat may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE tra...

Page 27: ...ned area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmi...

Page 28: ...urity power window and power sunroof op eration if equipped are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the RKE...

Page 29: ...emote Start Comfort Systems If Equipped When remote start is activated the heated steering wheel and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather In warm weather the driver v...

Page 30: ...e in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the key in the ignition A child could o...

Page 31: ...ehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings System Setup in Understanding Your In strument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1...

Page 32: ...to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings System Setup in Understanding Your In strument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the follo...

Page 33: ...e a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat the rear doors if equipped of your vehicle have the child protection door lock system To use the system open each rear door use a flat blade...

Page 34: ...opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged NOTE After setting the child protection door lock system always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired p...

Page 35: ...ew Cab models The windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until a front door is opened NOTE The K...

Page 36: ...ng the Auto Down operation pull up on the switch briefly To open the window part way press to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop Auto Up Feature with Anti Pinch Protectio...

Page 37: ...ch protection when the window is almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Window LOCKOUT Switch 4 Door Models Only The window LOCKOUT switch on the driver s door allow...

Page 38: ...bags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC if equipped An energy absorbing steering column and steering wheel Knee bolsters blockers for front seat occupan...

Page 39: ...wn street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat be...

Page 40: ...the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much wo...

Page 41: ...seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat next to your arm in the rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allo...

Page 42: ...ou as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger ous Your body could strike...

Page 43: ...shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt i...

Page 44: ...plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking fo...

Page 45: ...sage refer Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING If the black latch and black buckle are not prop erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant the seat belt will not be able to...

Page 46: ...Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45...

Page 47: ...detach the black latch and black buckle untwist the webbing and reattach the black latch and black buckle Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats the shoulder belt ca...

Page 48: ...r too high is dangerous A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down and under the belt in a collision Continued WARNING Continued A belt that is too loose or too high will apply crash forces to t...

Page 49: ...performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices...

Page 50: ...tion except ON or START buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle un...

Page 51: ...Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the r...

Page 52: ...r front and rear passengers sitting next to a win dow If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags they are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag cov...

Page 53: ...t Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car if equipped The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires ai...

Page 54: ...stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain SABIC If Equipped SABIC airbags offer side impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that p...

Page 55: ...performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front...

Page 56: ...facing child seat must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints You should read the instructions provided wi...

Page 57: ...at Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the fro...

Page 58: ...and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating airbag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON...

Page 59: ...d to inflate the Advanced Front Airbags Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and sever ity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instru...

Page 60: ...n it is inflated Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have deployed Front and Side Impact Sensors...

Page 61: ...They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doct...

Page 62: ...em could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers...

Page 63: ...d dealer Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision While the airbag system is designed to be mainte nance free if any of the following...

Page 64: ...t airbag deployment 2 Under certain circumstances EDR data may not be recorded e g loss of battery power In conjunction with other data gathered during a com plete accident investigation the electroni...

Page 65: ...to any third party except when 1 Used for research purposes such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preser...

Page 66: ...the child s size Infants and Small Children There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Use the restrain...

Page 67: ...more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against t...

Page 68: ...lose to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with th...

Page 69: ...restraint anchorage systems are installed in the Quad Cab Mega Cab and Crew Cab rear seat outboard positions LATCH equipped seating positions feature both lower anchor bars located at the back of the...

Page 70: ...all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tuck...

Page 71: ...ension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rearward facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap In ge...

Page 72: ...the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Next extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor Finall...

Page 73: ...cessary 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 will reach over the seat back un...

Page 74: ...improved by raising the seat cushion to the up position Remove the elastic before use 2 Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the...

Page 75: ...r directly behind the seat and to the anchor directly behind the right seat 6 Install each child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufactur er s ins...

Page 76: ...e tether strap loop located 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 Route each tether strap...

Page 77: ...allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly...

Page 78: ...housand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not inter preted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PA...

Page 79: ...windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly m...

Page 80: ...aler If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on h...

Page 81: ...er vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause sho...

Page 82: ...9 Power Mirrors If Equipped 90 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 91 Driver s Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 91 Illuminated Vanity Mirror If Equipped 92 Slide On Rod Features Of Sun Visor If Equipped 92...

Page 83: ...g RKE Transmitter To Memory 109 Memory Position Recall 110 To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked To Memory 111 Self Limiting Control 112 Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control 112 To Open And Close The...

Page 84: ...27 Adjustment 127 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 128 To Activate 129 To Set a Desired Speed 129 Deactivating Electronic Speed Control 130 To Resume Speed 130 Varying The Speed Setting 130 To Acc...

Page 85: ...g HomeLink 147 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 149 Using HomeLink 150 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 150 Security 150 Troubleshooting Tips 151 General Information 151 Power Sunroof If Equip...

Page 86: ...older Crew Cab 163 Storage 163 Glove Box Storage 163 Door Storage 165 Center Storage Compartment If Equipped 166 Second Row In Floor Storage Bin If Equipped 168 Seatback Storage 169 Storage Regular Ca...

Page 87: ...6 Rambox Safety Warning 179 Bed Extender If Equipped 180 Bed Rail Tie Down System 187 Slide In Campers 189 Camper Applications 189 Easy Off Tailgate 189 Disconnecting The Rear Camera If Equipped 189 R...

Page 88: ...the night position lever flipped toward the rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted with the lever set in the day position lever flipped toward the windshield The mirror should be adjusted to c...

Page 89: ...e dimming feature is activated CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirro...

Page 90: ...when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Some vehicles will not have a convex right side mirror Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All outside mirrors are h...

Page 91: ...ocated on the driver s door trim panel The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but tons and a four way mirror control switch Power Mirror Controls Power Mirror Controls 1 Mirror Select Butt...

Page 92: ...ter Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle for further information Driver s Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped The driver s outside mirror will automatically adj...

Page 93: ...rns off the light Slide On Rod Features of Sun Visor If Equipped The sun visor Slide On Rod feature allows for additional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun To use the Slide On...

Page 94: ...To change position inboard or out board the mirror head should be rotated flipped in or out NOTE Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash A small blindspot mir...

Page 95: ...ystem of the vehicle Proper use of the seats is needed for safe operation of the vehicle WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people...

Page 96: ...a seatback recliner The manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is found under the seat cushion at the front edge of each seat Pull up on the handle and slide the seat forward or backward t...

Page 97: ...arked Manual Reclining Seats If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion and is used to adjust the seatback position To adjust the seatback lift upward on the handle...

Page 98: ...e seriously even fatally injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest If you ride in thi...

Page 99: ...move the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint to it s highest position push in both buttons at the base of each head restraint rod and simultaneously pull up on the head restraint To insta...

Page 100: ...nts should always be checked prior to operating the vehicle and never adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Always adjust the head restraints when the vehicle is in PARK Rear Head Restraints The out...

Page 101: ...up and down to control the position of the seat The power seatback switch is used to adjust the angle of the seatback to position yourself in the most comfortable driving position Push forward or rear...

Page 102: ...cle under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Power Lumbar...

Page 103: ...ch indicate the level of heat in use Two indicator lights will illuminate for High one for Low and none for Off Press the switch once to select High level heating Press the switch a sec ond time to se...

Page 104: ...must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Continued WARNING Continued Do not place anything on the seat tha...

Page 105: ...a second time to choose Low Pressing the switch a third time will turn the ventilated seat Off When High speed is selected both lights on the switch will be illuminated When Low speed is selected one...

Page 106: ...d lean forward or rearward to the desired position WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under...

Page 107: ...e located next to the head restraint 2 Fold the seatback forward 3 Lift the seatback to return the seat to the upright position Be sure the seatback is locked in place Folding Rear Seat If Equipped Bo...

Page 108: ...d with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your vehicle Improperly secured cargo can fly a...

Page 109: ...cked into position If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious...

Page 110: ...not programmable with driver memory seats Your vehicle was delivered with two RKE transmitters One or both RKE transmitters can be linked to either memory position The memory system can accommodate u...

Page 111: ...d on the driver s seat 7 Within five seconds press and release MEMORY button 1 or 2 on the driver s seat The next steps must be performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a RKE transmitter...

Page 112: ...seat buttons pressing the adjustable pedals button or pressing either the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter when not in the ignition switch When a recall is can celled the driver s seat an...

Page 113: ...seat Once the obstruction is removed the self limiting control may store a new maximum position the self limiting control may be reset by reaching the new stored position then press and release MEMOR...

Page 114: ...onic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be relea...

Page 115: ...t Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it...

Page 116: ...er and less suscep tible to stone breakage than glass lights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility...

Page 117: ...quipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels To turn the system on rotate the headlight switch to the A AUTO position When the system is on the He...

Page 118: ...er EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information 2 Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight position 3 Push the multifunction lever away fr...

Page 119: ...tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features SETUP in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Parking L...

Page 120: ...he Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter When a door is open and the interior lights are on rotating the dimmer control all the way left to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out T...

Page 121: ...icle s battery load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for 10 minutes or the dimmer control is rotated right for 10 minutes...

Page 122: ...ts DRL will turn OFF Also if a turn signal is activated the DRL lamp on the same side of the vehicle will turn off for the duration of the turn signal activation Once the turn signal is no longer acti...

Page 123: ...sh three times then automatically turn off Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the...

Page 124: ...with a variable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until...

Page 125: ...lect a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through th...

Page 126: ...e sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED The steering wheel contains a h...

Page 127: ...o come on during a remote start Refer to Remote Starting System If Equipped in Section 4 for further information WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic...

Page 128: ...at least 10 in 25 4 cm away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel 2 Fasten and adjust the seatbelts 3 Move the adjustable pedal switch located to the left side of the steering c...

Page 129: ...adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving You could lose control and have an accident Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged Electro...

Page 130: ...ectronic Speed Control system is on To turn the Electronic Speed Control system off push the ON OFF button a second time and both the Electronic Speed Control system and indicator will turn off WARNIN...

Page 131: ...tion the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is released then the new set speed will be established Raising the Electronic Speed Control lever RESUME ACCEL upwards once will result in...

Page 132: ...nding downhill This downshift is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control WARNING...

Page 133: ...m will be active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 10 mph 16 km h ParkSense Sensors The four ParkSense sensors located in the rear bumper monitor the area behin...

Page 134: ...both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear bumper and the detected obstacle When the vehicle is in REVERSE the warning display will turn ON indicating the system statu...

Page 135: ...arcs and will produce a 1 2 second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Rear Park Assist...

Page 136: ...The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone Fast Tone Continuous Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135...

Page 137: ...ed 27 5 in 70 cm 31 4 in 80 cm 3 Flashing Slow Tone Warning Object Detected 25 5 in 65 cm 25 5 in 65 cm 2 Flashing Fast Tone Warning Object Detected 19 7 in 50 cm 19 7 in 50 cm 2 Flashing Fast Tone Wa...

Page 138: ...er EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features SETUP in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information When the switch is pressed to disable the system the instrument cluster wi...

Page 139: ...VIC will display the CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE Under this condition ParkSense will not operate If CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS appears in the Electronic V...

Page 140: ...ll illuminate If this message continues to appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC after making sure the rear bumper is clean and free of snow ice mud or other debris see your authori...

Page 141: ...able to stop in time when the obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using t...

Page 142: ...REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is pu...

Page 143: ...ft cloth Do not cover the lens Turning ParkView On or Off With Navigation Multimedia Radio 1 Press the menu hard key 2 Select system setup soft key 3 Press the camera setup soft key 4 Enable or disabl...

Page 144: ...isplayed across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear 5 When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE the rear camera mode is exited and the audio screen appears again OVERHEA...

Page 145: ...the dimmer control is rotated to the courtesy light position full right position or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if equipped These lights are also ope...

Page 146: ...gnition is turned OFF they will extinguish after 15 minutes GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door...

Page 147: ...gate Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 198...

Page 148: ...he ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in 3 to 8 cm from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view For optimal training point the battery e...

Page 149: ...nnel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have rolling code If so proceed to the heading Programming A Ro...

Page 150: ...HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit...

Page 151: ...Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button for 20 seconds until th...

Page 152: ...ion This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must acc...

Page 153: ...child or others could be seriously or fatally injured do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle In an accident there is a greater ris...

Page 154: ...opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Remove the obstruc tion if this occurs Next press...

Page 155: ...e sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Sunroof Fully Close...

Page 156: ...power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations Lower left and lower right of the center stack wit...

Page 157: ...of the center console storage compartment Quad Cab or Crew Cab The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply power when the key is in the ON RUN or ACC posi tions Power Outlet Upper Lid Power O...

Page 158: ...w power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or pr...

Page 159: ...e ash receiver and cigar lighter are available For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be used to hold the ash receiver Ash Receiver and Cigar Lighter Bench Seat 1 Cigar Lighter 2 Ash Re...

Page 160: ...t panel to the right of the radio This outlet can power cellular phones electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts Certain high end video games such as Playsta tion3 and X...

Page 161: ...70 Watts the power inverter may have to be reset manually To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON To avoid overloading the circuit check the power ratings on electric...

Page 162: ...ill shut down if the power rating is exceeded WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Do not use a three prong adapter Do not insert any objects into the receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close...

Page 163: ...mounted shifter there are two cupholders located in the floor console Rear Cupholder Quad Cab Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passenger...

Page 164: ...center armrest STORAGE Glove Box Storage The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area Crew Cab Rear Armrest Cupholder Glove...

Page 165: ...ward on the handle release The glove box door will automatically open To open the lower glove box pull on the handle to release the latch and lower the door Upper Glove Box Lower Glove Box 164 UNDERST...

Page 166: ...ottle holders drivers side only are located in the door trim panels Rear Door Storage Crew Cab Storage compartments are located in both the driver and passenger door trim panels Front Door Storage Rea...

Page 167: ...tion when the armrest is fully upright In an accident the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs 4 5 kg These items could be thrown about en dangering occupants of...

Page 168: ...With the upper lid closed pull on the lower handle to open the lower storage bin Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Bin 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167...

Page 169: ...torage The storage bins have removable liners that can be easily removed for cleaning To open in floor storage bin lift upward on the handle of the latch and open the lid NOTE The front seat may have...

Page 170: ...nd passenger front seats are pockets that can be used for storage Storage Regular Cab The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs the length of the cab Drivers Side Seatback Storage Sto...

Page 171: ...the latch and open the lid CAUTION Always lift the storage compartment lids by using the handle Failure to lift the lids by using the handle can result in damage to the lids Plastic Grocery Bag Retain...

Page 172: ...nal five minutes of operation press the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cau...

Page 173: ...tch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console Press the left side of the switch to open the glass and the right side of the switch to close the glass Manual Sliding Rear Win...

Page 174: ...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 strike occupants result...

Page 175: ...0 40 seat cushion s to the upward position 2 Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor 3 Lift the load floor up to access storage under the load floor WARNING Do not drive with...

Page 176: ...the vehicle RAMBOX IF EQUIPPED The RamBox system is an integrated pickup box storage and cargo management system consisting of three fea tures Integrated box side storage bins Cargo extender divider B...

Page 177: ...CAUTION Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb 68 kg per...

Page 178: ...tomatic illumination switch there is a manual on off switch located at the rear of each storage bin Pushing the switch once will turn off the bin lights pushing the switch again will turn the lights b...

Page 179: ...he top of the bin lid should be minimized to prevent damage to the lid and latching hinging mechanisms Damage to the RamBox bin may occur due to heavy sharp objects placed in bin that shift due to veh...

Page 180: ...ocation or heat stroke In an accident serious injury could result if the storage bin covers are not properly latched Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open Keep the storage bin cove...

Page 181: ...e Position Divider Position Extender Position Storage Position The storage position for the bed extender is at the front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed cargo area when not in use To install...

Page 182: ...fully forward in the bed against the front panel 3 Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie down loops Storage Position Cargo Tie Down Loop 3...

Page 183: ...rgo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around the bed There are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for various positions to assist in managing your cargo To install the be...

Page 184: ...with the intended slots in the sides of the bed 3 Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends are secured into the intended slots of the bed Center Handle and Lock 1 Center Handle Lock 2 Ha...

Page 185: ...nder position allows you to load the bed of the truck beyond the tail gate The bed extender will add an additional 15 in 38 cm in the back of the truck when additional cargo room is needed The extende...

Page 186: ...1 Lower the tailgate 2 Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the center handle vertically in order to release the extender side gates 3 Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and...

Page 187: ...o truck utilizing cargo tie downs Extender should not be used as cargo tie down When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg load on the tailgate The bed extender is not intended for off road...

Page 188: ...may occur There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents along either rail in...

Page 189: ...tighten the nut To remove the cleats from the utility rail remove the end cap by pushing up on the locking tab located on the bottom of the end cap Slide the cleat off the end of the rail 1 Utility R...

Page 190: ...or pickup camper is installed on a vehicle an alternate Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL must be provided EASY OFF TAILGATE To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang the tailgate can...

Page 191: ...onnect the tailgate plug provided in the glove box to the tailgate wiring harness to ensure that the terminals do not corrode 6 Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the forward facing surface...

Page 192: ...ate from the vehicle NOTE Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box WARNING To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide which is deadly the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with Cap or Slide In...

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Page 194: ...Base 200 Instrument Cluster Premium 201 Instrument Cluster Descriptions 202 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 219 EVIC Displays 221 Distance To Empty DTE 226 Average Fuel Economy...

Page 195: ...tructions Radio Mode 243 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 246 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 248 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 251 Media Center 130 RES RSC AM FM Stereo Rad...

Page 196: ...Multimedia Satellite Mode 271 Satellite Antenna 271 Reception Quality 271 Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode 272 Operating Instructions Uconnect phone If Equipped 274 Video Ente...

Page 197: ...perature Control ATC If Equipped 283 Summer Operation 288 Winter Operation 288 Vacation Storage 289 Window Fogging And Frosting 289 Outside Air Intake 289 Operating Tips 290 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INS...

Page 198: ...h 2 Instrument Cluster 8 Power Outlet 14 Ignition Switch 3 Radio 9 Lower Switch Bank 15 Hood Release 4 Upper Switch Bank 10 Cup Holders 16 Parking Brake Release 5 Upper Glove Compartment 11 Climate Co...

Page 199: ...rating for more information 3 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER Refer to What To Do In Emergencies for more infor mation 4 115V POWER INVERTER Refer to Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for more informa...

Page 200: ...Refer to Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for more information 2 VENTILATED SEATS Refer to Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for more information 3 HEATED STEERING WHEEL Refer to Un...

Page 201: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 202: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201...

Page 203: ...nal on Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator remains on and does not flash or flashes at a rapid rate 3 Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the...

Page 204: ...hicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling Sys tem Pressure Cap paragraph 5 Speedometer The speedometer shows the...

Page 205: ...drivable however see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance...

Page 206: ...m ESP Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera tion apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing...

Page 207: ...as been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the o...

Page 208: ...the engine hour value The engine hours will be displayed for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned OFF or the engine is started Some of the above warnings will be displayed in the Electr...

Page 209: ...talled or damaged a noFUSE message will display in the odom eter display area For further information on fuses and fuse locations refer to Fuses in Maintaining Your Vehicle CHAngE OIL Your vehicle is...

Page 210: ...he temperature gauge to pass H the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop...

Page 211: ...ator This indicator shows that headlights are on high beam Push the multifunction lever forward to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward yourself normal position to return to low beam 21...

Page 212: ...tem ABS Electronic Stability Program ESP sys tem In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when...

Page 213: ...ected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position NOTE T...

Page 214: ...and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation...

Page 215: ...CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera ti...

Page 216: ...seconds and remain on until the vehicle is started If the bulb does not come on during starting have the condition investigated promptly If this light comes on and remains on while driving it suggests...

Page 217: ...further information 28 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 29 Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the Anti lock Brake Syste...

Page 218: ...ion failure WARNING In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature Warning Light under continued operation could cause the fluid to boil over come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components an...

Page 219: ...cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped for further information 33 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indica...

Page 220: ...ou have not adjusted your driving speeds and stopping in or to account for the lack of the feature may be in acci dent ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Inf...

Page 221: ...utside temperature display Trip computer functions Distance To Empty DTE display Average Fuel Economy Fuel Saver Mode display Audio Modes display Steering wheel EVIC control button as it appears on th...

Page 222: ...k to a previous menu or sub menu EVIC Displays When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages ECO Fuel Saver Indicator If Equipped Door s Ajar with a single chime if ve...

Page 223: ...e Key to Run EVIC Warning Lights Door Ajar This light will turn on to indicate that one or more door may be ajar Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light shoul...

Page 224: ...rottle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system The light will come on when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb...

Page 225: ...r service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for more information SERV 4WD The SERV 4WD light monitors the electric shift 4WD system If the SERV 4WD light stays on or comes...

Page 226: ...ion Tempera ture Indicator illuminated will eventually cause se vere transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature Indicator under continued oper...

Page 227: ...nce perform the following steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition swi...

Page 228: ...e display will read RESET or show dashes for two seconds Then the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset The FUEL SAVER...

Page 229: ...ed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position...

Page 230: ...erature Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the compass button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside tempera ture NOTE The sy...

Page 231: ...or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally NOTE A good calibration re...

Page 232: ...nsate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass heading For the most accurate compass performance the compass must be set using the following steps NOTE Keep magnetic materials away fr...

Page 233: ...in the EVIC Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the following choices Select Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip...

Page 234: ...anding The Features Of Your Vehicle for system function and operating information Auto Lock Doors When this feature is selected all doors will lock auto matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 1...

Page 235: ...g the seat mounted switch To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed s...

Page 236: ...unlocked with the RKE transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark ap...

Page 237: ...elease the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated When this feature is...

Page 238: ...er the ignition switch is turned OFF Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until Off 45 sec 5 min or 10 min appears Illuminated App...

Page 239: ...pass Display for more information MEDIA CENTER 730N 430 RER REN RBZ AM FM STEREO RADIO AND CD DVD HDD NAV IF EQUIPPED NOTE The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit s faceplate The...

Page 240: ...e screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing upward is displayed To move the minute backward touch the screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing downward is displayed 5 To save the new...

Page 241: ...appear on the screen 3 Touch the screen where the words Set Time Zone are displayed The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen 4 Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selec...

Page 242: ...s displayed To move the minute backward touch the screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing downward is displayed 6 To save the new time setting touch the screen where the word Save is display...

Page 243: ...how Time if Radio is Off are displayed to change the current setting Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed 3 Touch the screen where User Clock is di...

Page 244: ...tary Push the ON VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously...

Page 245: ...right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save ti...

Page 246: ...level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade AM FM Button Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode SET RND But...

Page 247: ...ructions CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD...

Page 248: ...ypes one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc an...

Page 249: ...or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an inte...

Page 250: ...o may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 fo...

Page 251: ...t rate MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps...

Page 252: ...auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and p...

Page 253: ...dio Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turn...

Page 254: ...quipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate...

Page 255: ...the above procedure starting at Step 2 For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button fo...

Page 256: ...fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a f...

Page 257: ...ntry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blu...

Page 258: ...fter adjusting the hours press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL co...

Page 259: ...X Button Pressing the DISC AUX button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to DISC AUX mode Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or...

Page 260: ...ypes one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc an...

Page 261: ...ode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting...

Page 262: ...o may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 fo...

Page 263: ...rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps...

Page 264: ...ng up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next fol...

Page 265: ...ss this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds when the ignition is OFF Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in...

Page 266: ...e the UCI feature to control the connected device Connecting The iPod Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to the vehicle s 16 pin connector port which is located in the glove compartm...

Page 267: ...the AUX button on the radio faceplate Once in the UCI iPod mode iPod audio tracks if available from iPod start playing over the vehicle s audio system Play Mode When switched to UCI mode the iPod auto...

Page 268: ...y mode it will jump to the next track in the list While a track is playing press the INFO button to see the associated metadata artist track title album etc for that track Pressing the INFO button aga...

Page 269: ...isplaying the track detail on the radio display Once you have the track to be played highlighted on the radio display press the TUNE control knob to select and start playing the track Turning the TUNE...

Page 270: ...he same steps to go to the desired track in that list Not all iPod sub menu levels are available on this system MUSIC TYPE button The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing...

Page 271: ...tellite radio system in your vehicle Sirius will supply a wel come kit that contains general information including how to setup your on line listening account For further information call the toll fre...

Page 272: ...on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as fa...

Page 273: ...next channel pausing for eight seconds before con tinuing to the next To stop the search press the SCAN button a second time INFO Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa tion be...

Page 274: ...adio will tune to the preset channel SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items Display Sirius ID number Press the AUDIO SELECT button to display the Sirius ID num...

Page 275: ...12 Satellite stations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM VES IF EQ...

Page 276: ...e overhead compartment console NOTE Refer to the Uconnect Multimedia section of Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details Overhead Video Screen VES Remote Control Location 4 UNDERSTA...

Page 277: ...center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio CD or other valid audio source The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The function of the left hand c...

Page 278: ...d etc The button in the center of the left hand switch changes CDs on the 6 Disc in dash CD changer radio This button does not function for all other radios CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in...

Page 279: ...allows you to regulate the temperature amount and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle The controls are located on the instrument panel below the radio NOTE During snowplow usage on veh...

Page 280: ...he climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the OFF position Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the tem perature of the air insid...

Page 281: ...r a blend of two of these modes The closer the control is to a particular mode the more air distribution you receive from that mode Panel Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument pan...

Page 282: ...even if the A C button is not pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield To improve fuel economy use these modes only when necessary Recirculation Control Press this button to choos...

Page 283: ...pressing the A C button Air Outlets The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control airflow NOTE For maximum airflow to the rear the...

Page 284: ...ipped The Automatic Temperature Control ATC allows both driver and front passenger seat occupants to select individual comfort settings When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode operation Auto...

Page 285: ...erior comfort level desired by the driver and all passengers Automatic Temperature Control ATC Panel 1 Blower Control 9 DEFROST 2 Left Temperature Up 10 Right Temperature Down 3 SYNC Indicator 11 A C...

Page 286: ...to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as...

Page 287: ...sition The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control knob The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected This allows the front occu...

Page 288: ...ting NOTE While operating in the other modes the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog mist or ice on the windshield Defrost mode must be manually selected to clear the windshield an...

Page 289: ...led automatically if these modes are selected Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosio...

Page 290: ...rainy and or humid weather Windows may frost on the inside of the glass in very cold weather To clear the windows select Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed Do not use the Recircu...

Page 291: ...Operating Tips 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 292: ...ater If Equipped 299 Automatic Transmission 300 Key Ignition Park Interlock 301 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 301 Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override 301 Four Speed Automatic Tran...

Page 293: ...2500 Models Only If Equipped 331 Safe Off Road Driving Power Wagon Only 333 Off Road Driving Tips And Vehicle Characteristics 333 Driving In Snow Mud And Sand 336 Crossing Obstacles Rocks And Other Hi...

Page 294: ...Brake System 379 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only 380 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 380 Electronic Brake Control System 382 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 382 Traction Control System TCS 383 Brake Ass...

Page 295: ...emental Tire Pressure Information If Equipped 411 Tire Chains 412 Snow Tires 414 Tire Rotation Recommendations 414 Dual Rear Wheels 416 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 417 Tire Pressure Monitor Syst...

Page 296: ...3 Fuel Requirements 433 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E85 And Gasoline Vehicles 434 Starting 434 Cruising Range 435 Replacement Parts 435 Maintenance 435 Adding Fuel 436 Loose Fue...

Page 297: ...57 1500 Models Only 457 2500 3500 Models Only 457 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 461 Recreational Towing Two Wheel Drive Models 461 Recreational Towing Four Wheel Drive Models 461 Equipment...

Page 298: ...or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat buildup may cause serious injury or death Normal Starting Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or...

Page 299: ...e Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash...

Page 300: ...F EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cor...

Page 301: ...ed CAUTION Continued Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal...

Page 302: ...on when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position To move the shift lever out of the PARK position the ignition switch must be turned to any other switch position ACC ON or START engine running or n...

Page 303: ...of the PARK position if an electrical system malfunction occurs i e dead battery To access the override using a flat bladed screwdriver carefully remove the override cover which is located on the righ...

Page 304: ...e the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to ke...

Page 305: ...the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle rea...

Page 306: ...ons are present the shift lever is in DRIVE the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem perature vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 48 km h the TOW HAUL switch has not been activated...

Page 307: ...oad etc and frequent transmission shifting oc curs press the TOW HAUL switch This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting Wh...

Page 308: ...shift lever to the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation If the problem persists PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will continue to oper ate...

Page 309: ...the shift lever toward you when shifting into REVERSE or PARK or when shifting out of PARK Electronic Range Select ERS Operation The Electronic Range Select ERS shift control allows you to limit the h...

Page 310: ...display the ERS designation for the current gear the transmission will not downshift For example if you are in DRIVE and are in third direct gear when you tap the shift lever switch one time in the di...

Page 311: ...es Do not race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL position into another gear range PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in thi...

Page 312: ...foot is firmly on the brake pedal REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle rearward Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is for when the vehicle is...

Page 313: ...at this temperature If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the Transmission Temperature Warning Light may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmis...

Page 314: ...rter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle A clutch within the torque converter engages automati cally at calibrated speeds...

Page 315: ...into any other gear position FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Four wheel drive trucks are equipped with either a manually shifted transfer case or an electronically shifted transfer case Refer t...

Page 316: ...o overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Proper operation of four wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel Any difference will adversely...

Page 317: ...e is for normal street and highway driving on dry hard surfaced roads 4H Four Wheel Drive High Range This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotat...

Page 318: ...fer case NEUTRAL NOTE Pausing in transfer case NEUTRAL in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may require shutting the engine OFF to avoid gear clash while completing the shift If difficu...

Page 319: ...Transfer Case Four Position Switch If Equipped This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch Transfer Case Switch which is located on the instrument panel This el...

Page 320: ...hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline compo nents NOTE The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by pressing the recessed button located on the lower left...

Page 321: ...retry selection To find the shift require ments refer to the Shifting Procedure for your transfer case located in this section The SVC 4WD Warning Light monitors the electronic shift four wheel drive...

Page 322: ...go faster than road conditions permit WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parkin...

Page 323: ...owing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting and Operating for further information Shifting Procedure NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position ha...

Page 324: ...tion NOTE The four wheel drive system will not allow shifts between 2WD 4WD LOCK if the front and or rear wheels are spinning no traction In this situation the selected position indicator light will f...

Page 325: ...2 of either the Preferred or Alternate Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift then the desired position indicator light will flash continuously while the original position indicator...

Page 326: ...rfaced roads Driving the vehicle in 2WD will have greater fuel economy benefits as the front axle is not engaged in 2WD For variable driving conditions the 4WD AUTO mode can be used In this mode the f...

Page 327: ...tion is to be used for recreational towing only Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting and Operating for further information Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights The Transfer Case Position Indica...

Page 328: ...f this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the four wheel drive system is not function ing properly and that service is required WARNING Always engage th...

Page 329: ...vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle For additional information on the appropriate use of each tran...

Page 330: ...ht for the previous position will remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for the selected position have been met To retry a shift r...

Page 331: ...2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h or completely stopped Use either of the following procedures Preferred Procedure 1 With the engine running slow the vehicle to 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission in...

Page 332: ...gaged mechanically lock together the axle shafts forcing the wheels to spin at an equal rate This allows the vehicle to maintain its momentum and prevents it from becoming stuck The locking front and...

Page 333: ...ronments During the command to lock the axle the indicator light will flash until the axle is locked After the lock command has been successfully executed the light will remain on solid To lock the re...

Page 334: ...e lockers could be torque locked due to side to side loads on the axle Driving slowly while turning the steering wheel from a left hand turn to a right hand turn or driving in REVERSE for a short dist...

Page 335: ...ramp travel index is the distance in inches that you can drive your vehicle with one wheel on a 20 degree ramp without lifting any other wheel off the ground This distance up the ramp divided by the...

Page 336: ...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 337: ...on 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 distances...

Page 338: ...ep 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 339: ...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 340: ...cles at a 45 degree angle and let each tire go through the obstacle independently You need to use caution when crossing large obstacles with steep sides Do not attempt to cross any large obstacle with...

Page 341: ...ing the vehicle or winching the vehicle off the object CAUTION Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects increases the risk of underbody damage Hill Climbing Hill climbing requires good judgmen...

Page 342: ...start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning the steering wheel no more than a 1 4 turn quickly back and forth This will provide a fresh b...

Page 343: ...e places more weight on the down hill wheels which increases the possibilities of a down hill slide or rollover Make sure the surface has good traction with firm and stable soils If possible transvers...

Page 344: ...areas which are designated and approved You should tread lightly and avoid damage to the environment You should know your vehicle s abilities and be able to recover it if something goes wrong You shou...

Page 345: ...n any wildlife and you can recover the vehicle if necessary The key to a safe crossing is the water depth current and bottom con ditions On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in effectively increasing...

Page 346: ...ich is deeper than the vehicle s running ground clearance Even the slowest current can push the heaviest vehicle downstream out of control if the water is deep enough to push on the large surface area...

Page 347: ...upt maneuvers Vehicle Recovery If you drive off road you may encounter a situation where you will need to recover your vehicle Vehicle recovery should always be given consideration before attempting a...

Page 348: ...ck cycling your ve hicle is one of the easiest fastest and most commonly used methods This simply involves shifting your vehicle from DRIVE to REVERSE while applying throttle after each shift During t...

Page 349: ...r a safe recovery If necessary join two tow straps together using a 1 1 2 inch hard wood dowel This will keep the straps from becoming knotted and is safer than using a clevis pin if the strap breaks...

Page 350: ...uation in a slow controlled manner This control works well for avoiding further vehicle dam age Once you decide it is time to use the winch look for a good anchor point It needs to be strong enough to...

Page 351: ...s most on road driving After driving off road it is always a good idea to check for damage Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust s...

Page 352: ...d left rear wheels During normal driving and cornering the limited slip unit performs simi larly to a conventional differential On slippery surfaces however the differential delivers more of the drivi...

Page 353: ...ete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road...

Page 354: ...u Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the sta...

Page 355: ...and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do n...

Page 356: ...steadily Apply the accelerator slowly to avoid spinning the wheels Do not reduce the tire pressures for this type of driving NOTE After off road usage particularly in sand or mud inspect the undersid...

Page 357: ...lete winch owner s manual Tensioning the Wire Rope The winch rope must be properly tensioned before use Follow the instructions below to tension the rope 1 Un spool the wire rope leaving five wraps of...

Page 358: ...to allow the vehicle charging system to recover before continuing to winch Winch Motor Thermal Protection Your winch is equipped with a thermal protection device in the motor If the winch is operated...

Page 359: ...Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components 358 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 360: ...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 fro...

Page 361: ...ective gloves while operating the winch or handling the wire rope Avoid loose fitting clothes or anything that could become entangled in the wire rope and other moving parts Snatch Block Pulley Used p...

Page 362: ...v ing trees Operating Your Winch WARNING Always use supplied hook strap to hold the hook when spooling wire rope in or out Never use as a hoist Never use to move persons Never exceed winch or wire rop...

Page 363: ...inch hook Never use bungee straps that develop tremen dous and potentially dangerous amounts of force when stretched Always disconnect the remote control when not in use Continued WARNING Continued Ne...

Page 364: ...trol 6 Think safety at all times Vehicle Recovery Using the Winch CAUTION Always Know Your Winch Take the time to fully read and understand the included Installation and Operations Guide and Basic Gui...

Page 365: ...loose connections Replace if damaged Be careful not to pull the Winch Cable Collar through the rollers Watch and listen to Winch for proper snugness 1 Inspect the winch winch mount and wire rope for...

Page 366: ...the clutch lever on the winch to disengage Freespooling conserves battery power 4 Free the winch hook and attach the hook strap Free the winch hook from its anchor point Attach the hook strap to the h...

Page 367: ...wire as it can become twisted and over wrapped 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 have estab...

Page 368: ...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 w...

Page 369: ...nch If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle always pass the remote through a window to avoid pinching the cord in the door Always disconnect the remote control when not in use 10 P...

Page 370: ...ions are secured and free of debris before continuing with the winching procedure 12 Check wire rope The wire rope should be neatly wound around the spooling drum Improper winding can cause damage to...

Page 371: ...nsion 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 inte...

Page 372: ...in make sure the wire rope winds evenly and tightly on the drum This prevents the outer wire wraps from draw ing into the inner wraps binding and damaging the wire rope Avoid shock loads by using the...

Page 373: ...brakes and put the transmission in PARK Release tension in the wire rope 17 Disconnect the wire rope and disconnect from the anchor 18 Rewind the wire rope The person handling the wire rope should wal...

Page 374: ...s 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 forefin...

Page 375: ...ituation 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 376: ...blocks increases me chanical advantage and that increases your pulling power Double Line Because pulling power decreases with the number of layers of wire rope on the winch drum you can use a snatch b...

Page 377: ...some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low v...

Page 378: ...ioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho rized dealer CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering com...

Page 379: ...t will come on and flash to indicate that the parking brake is applied You must be sure that the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when...

Page 380: ...rear brakes When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver i...

Page 381: ...Anti Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment It may be sus ceptible to interference caused by improperly in stalled or high output radio transmitting equipment This interference...

Page 382: ...of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is functioning ABS Warning Light The ABS includes an a...

Page 383: ...ake Sys tem ABS Traction Control System TCS Brake Assist System BAS Hill Start Assist HSA Electronic Stability Program ESP and Trailer Sway Control TSC All of the systems work together to enhance vehi...

Page 384: ...onitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration a...

Page 385: ...he stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of p...

Page 386: ...is on the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight pedal movement The clicking and pedal movement is normal and both will stop when HSA becomes inactive HSA Activation Criteria The followin...

Page 387: ...tailed under towing and hauling conditions and to increase driver comfort while launching on a hill the system recognizes when the TOW HAUL switch is activated and compen sates by releasing brake pres...

Page 388: ...FF and the vehicle in PARK with the wheels straight 2 Start the engine 3 With the engine running and the brake applied rotate the steering wheel 180 counterclockwise from center 4 Press the ESP OFF sw...

Page 389: ...nditions ESP corrects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Engine power may...

Page 390: ...ing road conditions WARNING ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESP cannot prevent acciden...

Page 391: ...should only be turned to Partial Off or ESP Off for specific reasons as noted below ESP Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the ESP OFF switch When in Partial Off mode the TCS po...

Page 392: ...ESP OFF switch for five seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is running After five seconds the ESP TCS Indicator Light will illuminate and the ESP Off message will appear in the odometer...

Page 393: ...ode WARNING With the ESP switched off the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable In an emer gency evasive maneuver the ESP system will not engage to assist in maintaining stability E...

Page 394: ...in the vehicle to recognize an excessively swaying trailer and will take the appro priate actions to attempt to stop the sway The system may reduce engine power and apply the brake of the appropriate...

Page 395: ...n for an explanation of the different ESP operating modes WARNING If TSC activates while driving slow the vehicle down stop at the nearest safe location and adjust the trailer load to eliminate traile...

Page 396: ...uck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced in...

Page 397: ...ire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tir...

Page 398: ...ions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL...

Page 399: ...ies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Co...

Page 400: ...e hour period Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or KPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire in...

Page 401: ...tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the ti...

Page 402: ...statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding...

Page 403: ...g table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illust...

Page 404: ...5 STARTING AND OPERATING 403...

Page 405: ...ected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure O...

Page 406: ...utes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicl...

Page 407: ...into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi...

Page 408: ...accident Do not drive a vehicle 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...

Page 409: ...the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not...

Page 410: ...e bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life of Tire The servi...

Page 411: ...for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refe...

Page 412: ...capacity 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 Continu...

Page 413: ...en tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Bro ken chains can cause serious vehicle damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that c...

Page 414: ...e of class S chains is permitted with P245 70R17 tires only The use of class U chains is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4 2500 model trucks with LT245 70R17E tires The use of class U chains is p...

Page 415: ...mum vehicle speed requirement associated with the tire These tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressures under any load condition While studded tires improve pe...

Page 416: ...te nance intervals More frequent rotation is permissible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the...

Page 417: ...he On Off Road tire and the use of Outline White Letter OWL tires When replacing a flat the spare tire may have to be remounted on the rim or installed at a different location to maintain the correct...

Page 418: ...ral Informa tion in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should...

Page 419: ...ON In this situation the Tire Pressure Monitoring lamp will turn OFF only after the tires have been inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire placard pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been opt...

Page 420: ...if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the...

Page 421: ...ressure Monitoring Telltale Light located in the instrument cluster will flash on and off for 75 seconds and will remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chi...

Page 422: ...Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 4 For each subsequent ignition switch cycle a chime will sound and the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and...

Page 423: ...y The TPMS tire light load inflation switch will allow the driver to switch between the max load inflation pressure cold low pressure warning threshold and the light load inflation pressure cold low p...

Page 424: ...n the front and rear tires as shown in both the Tire Loading Information Label and the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label It is also equipped to be driven with tire pressures appro priate to...

Page 425: ...he vehicle s Light Load inflation pressures and Tire and Loading Information label for the vehicle s Max Load inflation pressures To switch from the max load inflation pressure cold low pressure warni...

Page 426: ...ld values as indicated for the Light Load condition as defined on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information label located on the rear face of the driver door Using an accurate tire pressure gauge re...

Page 427: ...nd Loading Informa tion label The Tire and Loading Information label is located on the drivers side B pillar If the tire light load inflation switch LED turns OFF the TPMS has been reset and the TPMS...

Page 428: ...e of premium gasoline is not recommended as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these engines Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continue...

Page 429: ...winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION Do not use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol Use of these blends ma...

Page 430: ...MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT co...

Page 431: ...engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance Continued CAUTION Continued The use of fuel additives which are now...

Page 432: ...in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force...

Page 433: ...or label that states Ethanol E85 or Unleaded Gasoline Only This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles Please refer to the other sections of this manual for information o...

Page 434: ...the tank Do not use E85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame Fuel Requirements If your vehicle is E85 compatible it will operate on unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or...

Page 435: ...Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E85 and Gasoline Vehicles FFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formu lated engine oils These special requirements are included in MOPAR engine oils and...

Page 436: ...oline operation Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle FFV are designed to be compatible with ethanol Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com pat...

Page 437: ...ler door CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel...

Page 438: ...e gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that...

Page 439: ...of front and rear axle systems GAWR Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded Payload The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can car...

Page 440: ...t when it is loaded and ready for operation The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded The weight on the front and rear of the vehi...

Page 441: ...s in this manual concerning ve hicles used for trailer towing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gros...

Page 442: ...ngue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than 10 or more than 15 of the trailer load You must consider this a...

Page 443: ...f a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing lo...

Page 444: ...EXAMPLE Without Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect EXAMPLE With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 443...

Page 445: ...bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg without added equipment or alter ations to the standard equipment Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing...

Page 446: ...train All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings NOTE For additional trailer towing information maxi mum trailer weig...

Page 447: ...ment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the driver and all passengers NOTE Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed o...

Page 448: ...heavier loads WARNING Improper towing can lead to an injury accident Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and wi...

Page 449: ...eeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer so that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch util...

Page 450: ...f the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes...

Page 451: ...so could result in an accident Integrated Trailer Brake Module If Equipped Your vehicle may have a Integrated Trailer Brake Module for electric trailer brakes NOTE This module is designed for only ele...

Page 452: ...he power sent to the trailer brakes The trailer and the vehicle s brake lamps will come on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are applied Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light This li...

Page 453: ...connec tions according to the trailer manufacturer s instructions 3 When a trailer with electric brakes is plugged in the GAIN setting will illuminate 4 Use the GAIN adjustment buttons to increase or...

Page 454: ...which could result in damage to your vehicle trailer or other property WARNING Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braki...

Page 455: ...Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle s wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following ill...

Page 456: ...a trip practice turning stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing How ever if frequent shifting occurs...

Page 457: ...tomatic transmission overheat ing turn the TOW HAUL feature ON when driving in hilly areas or select a lower gear range using the Electronic Range Select ERS feature on more severe grades Electronic S...

Page 458: ...TION Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle WARNING Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in an acci dent D...

Page 459: ...ator could illuminate if exte rior lamps are not properly installed Before Plowing Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper fluid level Check the mounting bolts and nuts for proper tight ness C...

Page 460: ...eration for the weight of the plow Front end toe in should be checked and reset if necessary at the beginning and end of the snowplow season This will help prevent uneven tire wear The blade should be...

Page 461: ...erior cabin temperature be manually controlled should the system not perform as desired while in automatic mode Both the outside tem perature display and ATC operation will return to nor mal when the...

Page 462: ...odels Recreational towing of two wheel drive models is not allowed Towing with the rear wheels on the ground can result in severe transmission damage Recreational Towing Four Wheel Drive Models CAUTIO...

Page 463: ...hicle to move even if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the...

Page 464: ...RK with the transfer case in NEUTRAL and the engine running With the transfer case in NEUTRAL ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into PARK Returning to Normal Operation M...

Page 465: ...ear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move even if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle CAUTION Do n...

Page 466: ...if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is f...

Page 467: ...ssing the NEUTRAL button and must continue to be met until the four seconds elapses and the shift has been completed If any of these require ments with the exception of 3 Key ON are not met prior to p...

Page 468: ...e pedal 5 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 6 Press the transfer case switch NEUTRAL button for one second 7 After the NEUTRAL indicator light turns off release the NEUTRAL button 8 After the NEUTRA...

Page 469: ...lights will be on or flashing The flashing NEUTRAL position indicator light indi cates that shift requirements have not been met WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unatten...

Page 470: ...FICATION PLATE The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood inner surface The following information about your vehicle is dis played on this plate Model Wheelbase Vehicle Identifi cation...

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Page 472: ...nstructions 480 Hub Caps Wheel Covers If Equipped 487 Wheel Nuts 488 To Stow The Flat Or Spare 490 Hoisting 491 Jump Starting Procedures 491 Preparations For Jump Start 492 Jump Starting Procedure 493...

Page 473: ...Warning flasher will continue to operate even though the ignition switch is OFF NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may discharge your battery JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Being un...

Page 474: ...lastic access cover located on the side of the seat To remove the cover pull the front part of the cover closest to the front of the seat toward you to release a locking tab Once the front of the cove...

Page 475: ...Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and sliding the assembly from under the seat Jack and Tools 1500 Series Jack and Tools 2500 3500 Series 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

Page 476: ...tools bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force resulting in serious injury Reinstalling The Jack And Tools 1500 Series 1 Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack...

Page 477: ...flap and roll the jack tool kit into a cylindrical package in direction of arrows and tie to the jack using the tie straps Folding Flap and Rolling Bag Tying Bag to Jack with Straps 476 WHAT TO DO IN...

Page 478: ...ack turn screw slip the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor and then secure to the floor pan using the wing bolt Reinstall the plastic cover Ja...

Page 479: ...into the winch mechanism tube Rotate the wheel wrench handle coun 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...

Page 480: ...vehicle on a firm level surface Avoid ice or slippery areas WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger...

Page 481: ...jacked Instructions WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the road...

Page 482: ...ely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 1 Remove the...

Page 483: ...ssors jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown below Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench The tube extension may be used but is not required 4X2 Jacking...

Page 484: ...under the axle between the wheel and the shock bracket with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench CAUTION Before raising the wheel off the ground make...

Page 485: ...jack drive tube and the wheel wrench The tube extension may be used but is not required For 2500 3500 4x4 series trucks when changing the front wheel assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and conn...

Page 486: ...and connect the drive tube to the extension tube Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and...

Page 487: ...ll the wheel off On single rear wheel SRW trucks install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the wheel nuts toward the wheel On 3500 dual rear wheel models DRW the wheel nuts ar...

Page 488: ...l wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts Hub Caps Wheel Covers If Equipped The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground For 2500 3500 s...

Page 489: ...ubber mallet Be sure that the hub caps and wheel skins are firmly seated around the wheel Wheel Nuts All wheel nuts should be tightened occasionally to elimi nate the possibility of wheel studs being...

Page 490: ...the ground when tightening to ensure wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping Dual wheel models require a special heavy duty lug nut tightening adapter included with the vehicle to cor rectly tighte...

Page 491: ...00 miles 160 km and after 500 miles 800 km It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued to specifications at all times Torque wheel stud nuts to specifications at each lubrication interval T...

Page 492: ...ch mechanism slip or click three or four times It cannot be overtightened Push against the tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place HOISTING A conventional floor jack may be used at the jac...

Page 493: ...point electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rup ture or explode and cause personal injury Battery temperature must be brought above the...

Page 494: ...ks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If u...

Page 495: ...charged vehicle s engine away from the battery and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause...

Page 496: ...ill discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow sand or mud it can often be moved by a rocking m...

Page 497: ...er ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for lo...

Page 498: ...following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to the main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated br...

Page 499: ...d Speed must not exceed 30 mph 50 km h and the distance must not exceed 15 miles 25 km CAUTION Towing faster than 30 mph 50 km h or for more than 15 miles 25 km can cause severe damage to the transmis...

Page 500: ...uel Filler Cap Message 505 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 506 Replacement Parts 507 Dealer Service 507 Maintenance Procedures 508 Engine Oil 509 Engine Oil Filter 511 Engine Air Cleaner...

Page 501: ...536 Totally Integrated Power Module 536 Vehicle Storage 541 Replacement Bulbs 542 Bulb Replacement 543 Dual Or Quad Headlamp Front Park And Turn Signal If Equipped 543 Fog Lamps 545 Rear Tail Stop Tur...

Page 502: ...Fluid Capacities 552 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 554 Engine 554 Chassis 555 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501...

Page 503: ...voir 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Battery 11 Engine Coolant...

Page 504: ...Reservoir 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Battery 11 Engine Coolant Reservo...

Page 505: ...Reservoir 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Integrated Power Module 3 Engine Oil Fill 9 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Engin...

Page 506: ...and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect...

Page 507: ...e OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace...

Page 508: ...ould in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not i...

Page 509: ...mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the f...

Page 510: ...he oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off Checking the oil while the vehicl...

Page 511: ...mical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommend...

Page 512: ...duct and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle U...

Page 513: ...Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters a...

Page 514: ...Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative p...

Page 515: ...compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants...

Page 516: ...pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet eas...

Page 517: ...chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any condition is present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its function Adding Washer Fluid T...

Page 518: ...trim Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust syst...

Page 519: ...and cause serious damage to the engine Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure prop...

Page 520: ...severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs the vehicle should be stopped the engine shut off and the vehicle allowed to cool Thereafter service including a tune up to manufacturer s spec...

Page 521: ...he condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the en...

Page 522: ...not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant antifreeze an...

Page 523: ...ality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing a...

Page 524: ...To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or p...

Page 525: ...ry bottle Check engine coolant antifreeze freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If engine coolant antifreeze needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also b...

Page 526: ...not have your full braking capacity in an emergency Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing under the hood service or immediately if the brake...

Page 527: ...oisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from...

Page 528: ...hole for the manufacturer s C205F HD front axles The fluid level should be 5 8 in 16 mm below the fill hole on 9 1 4 in manufacturer s rear axles For all 2500 3500 Model axles the fluid level should...

Page 529: ...on Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug The fluid level should...

Page 530: ...d should not be tampered with Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to ensure that the fluid level is set properly The fluid level should be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fl...

Page 531: ...ll tube wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level NOTE If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperatu...

Page 532: ...dditives Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only...

Page 533: ...in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva lent or a mild...

Page 534: ...ccident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos sible The cost of such repairs is considered the respon sibility of the owner If you...

Page 535: ...a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh dam...

Page 536: ...ny are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog lights if equipped that are lighte...

Page 537: ...be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts wi...

Page 538: ...30 Amp Pink Bat Presafe 1 J02 30 Amp Pink Bat Trailer Tow Main J03 25 Amp Natural Bat Passenger Door Node J04 40 Amp Green Bat ABS Pump J05 30 Amp Pink Bat ABS Valve J06 30 Amp Pink Bat H Lamp Wash MT...

Page 539: ...Bat Folding Seat PZEV J15 60 Amp Yellow Bat IOD Main J16 40 Amp Green Frt HVAC Motor Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M17 25 Amp Natural Bat Sunroof Skylight M18 25 Amp Natural TCM Trans R...

Page 540: ...tural Bat Inverter M31 20 Amp Yellow Bat Pwr Out 1 M32 20 Amp Yellow Fr Rr Washer Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M33 15 Amp Blue Bat NGC EATX PCM M34 15 Amp Blue Bat CCN Interior Light SC...

Page 541: ...Sense M46 20 Amp Yellow IGN R Trail Tow BUX M47 10 Amp Red IGN R H Lamp Wash HVAC Park Assist Ir Sns Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M48 20 Amp Yellow IGN R ACC Pwr Outlet 2 M49 20 Amp Yel...

Page 542: ...our vehicle for more than 21 days we recommend that you take the following steps to mini mize the drain on your vehicle s battery Disconnect the Ignition Off Draw IOD fuse located in the Integrated Po...

Page 543: ...the odometer window will dis play NO FUSE REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb No Overhead Console Lamps TS 212 2 Dome Lamp 7679 NOTE For lighted switches see your authorized dealer for replace...

Page 544: ...dges 4 Remove the two plastic push in rivets that secure the upper radiator seal to the radiator 5 Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle 6 Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws...

Page 545: ...om the bulb socket 11 Replace bulb s as necessary CAUTION Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces Shortened bulb life will r...

Page 546: ...nterclockwise 1 4 turn to unlock the bulb from the housing 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the housing CAUTION Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to...

Page 547: ...bulb socket counterclockwise 1 4 turn to unlock it from the housing 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket CAUTION Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowin...

Page 548: ...2 Separate the connector holding the housing and wir ing harness to the body 3 Turn the desired bulb socket 1 4 turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547...

Page 549: ...or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces Shortened bulb life will result Outside Bulbs Cargo Lamps Inside Bulb Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 5 Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs a...

Page 550: ...2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn and pull it from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight from it s socket and replace 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549...

Page 551: ...two screws and the housing to gain access to the bulb sockets 2 Turn the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise to access the bulb 3 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 4 Reverse the procedure for i...

Page 552: ...lamp assembly 2 Pull the entire assembly from the fender 3 Turn the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove from assembly to access the bulb 4 Pull the bulb straight out from socket 5 Reverse the...

Page 553: ...Liters 2500 3500 Longbed Models 35 Gallons 132 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3 7L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 5 Quarts 4 7 Liters 4 7L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 7 Liters 5 7L Engine...

Page 554: ...arts 13 Liters 5 7L Engine 1500 Models MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 16 Quarts 15 Liters 5 7L Engine 2500 3500 Models MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile...

Page 555: ...ss combined weight rating greater than 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil meeting the re quirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap fo...

Page 556: ...OPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W 140 MS 8985 Limited Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 118 ml 4 oz MOPAR Limited Slip Additive or equivalent Front and Rear Axle 2500 3500 Models Synthetic G...

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Page 558: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance 558 Maintenance Schedule 558 Required Maintenance Intervals 560 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 559: ...ividual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator sy...

Page 560: ...other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Oil Change Required in Understanding Your Instrument Pan...

Page 561: ...maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals NOTE Vehicle s built with the 4 7L engine are equipped with sixteen spark plugs One set is located on the top of th...

Page 562: ...tions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4 models only Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Perfo...

Page 563: ...Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Lub...

Page 564: ...Rotate the tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4...

Page 565: ...r any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the top row of spark plugs 4 7L Engine Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 35...

Page 566: ...he front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4 models only Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Dat...

Page 567: ...using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent tra...

Page 568: ...ad conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4 models only Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV join...

Page 569: ...ilter Rotate the tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 35...

Page 570: ...nspect and replace PCV valve if necessary Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4 models only Inspect the transfer case fluid Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicl...

Page 571: ...essary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if...

Page 572: ...r police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replac...

Page 573: ...pect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary...

Page 574: ...ntenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter...

Page 575: ...the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the top row of spark plugs 4 7L Engine Lube the front drive shaft fitting 2500 3500 4x4 models only Inspect the brake linings replace if nece...

Page 576: ...t and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 150 000 Miles 250 000 km or 150 Months Maintenance Service...

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Page 578: ...s 579 If You Need Assistance 579 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 580 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 580 In Mexico Contact 580 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 581...

Page 579: ...Publication Order Forms 583 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 584 Treadwear 585 Traction Grades 585 Temperature Grades 585 578 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE...

Page 580: ...nd of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a...

Page 581: ...to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Num...

Page 582: ...s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and...

Page 583: ...lifornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION U S Vehicles Only See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chr...

Page 584: ...contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigati...

Page 585: ...and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysle...

Page 586: ...e Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surface...

Page 587: ...levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded E...

Page 588: ...INDEX 10...

Page 589: ...ag Window Side Curtain 53 56 58 Alarm Light 205 Alarm Panic 24 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 271 Antifreeze Engine...

Page 590: ...brication 515 B Pillar Location 400 Brake Assist System 384 Brake Control System Electronic 382 Brake Fluid 525 555 Brake System 379 525 Anti Lock ABS 380 382 Fluid Check 525 Master Cylinder 525 Parki...

Page 591: ...ty 77 Checks Safety 77 Child Restraint 64 65 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 68 71 Child Seat 65 70 Cigar Lighter 158 Cleaning Wheels 533 Climate Control 278 Clock 239 240 244 253 Compact Disc CD Maint...

Page 592: ...Window 171 Defroster Windshield 79 281 287 Delay Intermittent Wipers 123 Differential Limited Slip 351 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 529 Power Steering 377 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 523 D...

Page 593: ...ng Vehicle When Stuck 495 Hazard Warning Flasher 472 Jump Starting 491 Tow Hooks 496 Towing 497 Emission Control System Maintenance 506 558 Engine 502 503 504 Air Cleaner 512 Block Heater 299 Break In...

Page 594: ...ent Parts 435 Starting 434 Flooded Engine Starting 298 Fluid Brake 555 Fluid Capacities 552 Fluid Leaks 80 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 529 Brake 525 Power Steering 377 Fluids Lubricants...

Page 595: ...228 Gasoline Reformulated 428 Gauges Coolant Temperature 202 Fuel 202 Oil Pressure 205 Speedometer 203 Tachometer 202 Voltmeter 210 Gear Ranges 303 310 General Information 17 25 426 Glass Cleaning 535...

Page 596: ...ease 113 Hub Caps 487 Ignition 14 Key 12 14 Ignition Key Removal 14 Illuminated Entry 19 Immobilizer Sentry Key 15 Infant Restraint 64 65 Inflation Pressure Tires 411 Information Center Vehicle 219 In...

Page 597: ...r Anchors and Tether for CHildren 68 Latches 80 Leaks Fluid 80 Life of Tires 409 Light Bulbs 79 Lights 79 115 Airbag 51 57 62 79 216 Alarm 205 Anti Lock 216 Anti Lock Warning 381 Automatic Headlights...

Page 598: ...m Theft Alarm 205 Service 542 543 Side Marker 551 SmartBeams 117 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 205 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 213 Traction Control 389 Transfer Case 318 Turn Signal 79 121 543 545 Warn...

Page 599: ...ver 227 228 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 417 Mopar Parts 507 582 Multi Function Control Lever 121 Navigation System Uuconnect gps 141 New Vehicle Break In Period 76...

Page 600: ...Outside Rearview Mirrors 88 Overdrive 305 311 Overdrive OFF Switch 305 311 Overhead Console 143 Overheating Engine 203 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 583 Panic Alarm 24 Park Sense System Rear 132 Pa...

Page 601: ...ntial 527 Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails 187 Rear Park Sense System 132 Rear Seat Folding 106 Rear Window Features 171 Rear Window Sliding 172 Reclining Front Seats 96 Reclining Rear Seats 105 Recreati...

Page 602: ...ty Tips 77 Satellite Radio Antenna 271 Satellite Radio Uconnect studios 270 Schedule Maintenance 558 Seat Belt Maintenance 536 Seat Belt Reminder 48 Seat Belts 37 38 79 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Ancho...

Page 603: ...ransfer Case Neutral N 462 465 Transfer Case Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 463 467 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage 46 Shoulder Belts 38 Signals Turn 79 121 202 Sliding Rear Window Power 172 Sm...

Page 604: ...e Gauge Engine Coolant 202 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 68 71 Tilt Steering Column 124 Tip Start 298 Tire and Loading Information Placard 400 411 Tire Identification Number TIN 398 Tire Markings 394...

Page 605: ...ay Control TSC 393 Trailer Towing 440 Cooling System Tips 456 Hitches 444 Minimum Requirements 447 Mirrors 93 Trailer and Tongue Weight 445 Wiring 453 Trailer Towing Guide 445 Trailer Weight 445 Trans...

Page 606: ...n Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 400 438 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 289 541 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat Video System 274 Voice Recognition System VR 94 Voltmeter 210 Wa...

Page 607: ...ndow Fogging 289 Windows 34 Power 34 Rear Sliding 172 Windshield Defroster 79 Windshield Washers 123 124 516 Fluid 123 516 Windshield Wiper Blades 516 Windshield Wipers 123 Wiper Blade Replacement 516...

Page 608: ...Chrysler Group LLC 10D241 126 AB 2nd Edition Printed in U S A...

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