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Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289

Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529, 530

Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529

Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . .250, 514

Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .598, 600

Exhaust Gas Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279, 600

Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279, 545

Exterior Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 281

Filters

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531

Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105, 534

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .530, 604

Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .530

Flashers

Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78, 198, 281

Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Flat Tire Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480, 497

Flexible Fuel Vehicles

Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601

Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600, 601

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602

Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293

Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607

Fluid Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .603

Fluid Leaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282

Fluid Level Checks

Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552

Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394

Fluids And Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604

Fog Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78, 197, 455

Fold Flat Load Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Four-Way Hazard Flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447

Four Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509

Front Axle (Differential) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .596

Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413

Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .597

Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .597

Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .598, 600

Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414

Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .596

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196

686 INDEX

Summary of Contents for 3500 2018

Page 1: ...e U S A 2017 FCA US LLC All Rights Reserved Ram is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC 18DS 126 AB O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 8 1 5 0 0 2 5 0 0 3 5 0 0 R A M T R U C K STICK WITH THE SPECIALISTS R...

Page 2: ...interfer ence between the communications equipment and the vehicle s electronic systems VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be de...

Page 3: ...NG TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 15 4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 5 SAFETY 203 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 445 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 515 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 5 Essential Information 5 Symbols 6 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 7 VAN CONVERSIONS CAMPERS 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1...

Page 6: ...ion Refer to the Driving Tips section for further information This Owner s Manual has been prepared with the assis tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and m...

Page 7: ...that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained techni cians and genuine MOPAR parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Essential Information Consult the...

Page 8: ...Symbols Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner s Manual 6 INTRODUCTION...

Page 9: ...onitors VCRs heaters stoves refrigerators etc For warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufacturer Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the con...

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Page 11: ...GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW 10 REAR VIEW 11 INSTRUMENT PANEL 12 INTERIOR 13 2...

Page 12: ...FRONT VIEW Front View 1 Hood Engine Compartment 4 Wheels Tires 2 Windshield 5 Doors 3 Headlights 6 Exterior Mirrors 10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS...

Page 13: ...REAR VIEW Rear View 1 Rear Lights 2 Tailgate 2 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 11...

Page 14: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel 1 Air Vents 4 Instrument Cluster 2 Multifunction Lever 5 Gear Selector 3 Steering Wheel 6 Radio 12 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS...

Page 15: ...INTERIOR Interior 1 Door Locks Window Switches 4 Radio Controls 2 Seats 5 Storage Compartment 3 Gear Selector 2 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 13...

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Page 17: ...ode 32 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle 32 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle 32 Remote Start Comfort Systems If Equipped 32 General Information 33 SENTRY KEY 33 Cust...

Page 18: ...stment 58 Rear Head Restraint Adjustment 59 Front Head Restraint Removal 60 Rear Head Restraint Removal 60 STEERING WHEEL 61 Tilt Steering Column 61 Heated Steering Wheel If Equipped 61 DRIVER ADJUSTA...

Page 19: ...adlights Only 77 Headlight Delay 77 Lights On Reminder 77 Fog Lights If Equipped 78 Turn Signals 78 Lane Change Assist If Equipped 79 Cargo Light With Bed Lights If Equipped 79 Battery Saver 80 INTERI...

Page 20: ...Hood 112 To Close The Hood 113 TAILGATE 113 Opening 113 Closing 113 GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED 114 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink 115 Programming A Rolling Code 115 Programming A Non Rollin...

Page 21: ...er If Equipped 145 Bed Rail Tie Down System 151 SLIDE IN CAMPERS 152 Camper Applications 152 EASY OFF TAILGATE 153 Disconnecting The Rear Camera Or Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 153 Removing The Ta...

Page 22: ...llows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking To remove the emergency key slide the mechanical la...

Page 23: ...Put the nose side side opposite of the emer gency key of the key fob against the ENGINE START STOP button and push to disarm the security system NOTE You can insert the double sided emergency key into...

Page 24: ...lease the unlock button on the key fob once to unlock the driver s door Push the unlock button twice within five seconds to unlock all doors the tailgate and the RamBox if equipped The turn signal lig...

Page 25: ...vehicle security alarm system Opening a door with the vehicle security alarm system activated will cause the alarm to sound Push the unlock button to deactivate the vehicle security alarm system Usin...

Page 26: ...anytime When vehicle lowering is canceled the vehicle will raise up to the next defined level and lock out the remote lowering feature until the ignition has been cycled ON OFF To cancel vehicle lower...

Page 27: ...cy key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand Emergency WIN Key Removal Emergency Key Removal 3 GETTING TO K...

Page 28: ...requires screw removal if equipped and gently prying the two halves of the key fob apart Make sure not to damage the seal during removal Remove Screw From Key Fob Case Separating WIN Key Fob Case 26 G...

Page 29: ...n autho rized dealer General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and wi...

Page 30: ...ets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for furt...

Page 31: ...rake pedal or gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the A...

Page 32: ...he ignition switch does not change with the push of a button the key fob may have a low or dead battery In this situation a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch Put the nose side...

Page 33: ...System not disabled from previous remote start event Vehicle security alarm not active WARNING Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox ide...

Page 34: ...les with the key fob However the igni tion must be placed in the ON RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Push a...

Page 35: ...The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the ve...

Page 36: ...tronics Customer Key Programming Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer Replacement Keys NOTE Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start a...

Page 37: ...ls for the first three minutes The horn will sound the headlights will turn on the park lamps and or turn signals will flash and vehicle security light will flash repeatedly For an additional 15 minut...

Page 38: ...e Entry in Getting To Know Your Vehicle for further information 3 Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter N Go Ignition push the Keyless Ignition START STOP...

Page 39: ...ot arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger DOORS Manual Door Locks Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lock knob down or unlocked by moving the lock knob up Front doo...

Page 40: ...hicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector...

Page 41: ...sive Entry may be programmed ON OFF Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for further infor mation If wearing gloves on your hands or if it has been raining snowing on the Passive Entry door handle...

Page 42: ...is unlocked NOTE All doors will unlock when the front passenger door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver s door unlock preference setting Unlock Driver Door 1st Press or Unlock All Doors 1st Pr...

Page 43: ...Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door handle lock button This could unlock the door s NOTE After pushing the door handle lock button you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock...

Page 44: ...en enabled the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s speed exceeds 15 mph 24 km h The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of...

Page 45: ...l to engage and disengage the Child Protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked...

Page 46: ...y area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is...

Page 47: ...orward slightly lift the lever lean back to the desired position and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright position lean forward and lift the lever Release the lever once the...

Page 48: ...Rear Seats If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion To adjust the seatback lift upward on the handle lean back on the seatback and when you reach the desired posi...

Page 49: ...s been reached Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch the front or rear of th...

Page 50: ...ehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be also be equipped with power lumbar The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat Push the switch forward to inc...

Page 51: ...h a memory switch Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver s seat side mirrors adjustable pedals if equipped and a set of desired radio station presets Your remote keyless...

Page 52: ...o Uconnect Settings in Mul timedia for further information If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen you must select the Key Fob Linked To Memory feature through the instrument cluster displa...

Page 53: ...o Memory Position Recall To recall the memory setting for driver two using the memory switch push memory button 2 on the memory switch To recall the memory settings for driver two using the key fob pu...

Page 54: ...or Easy Entry Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position NOTE The Easy Entry Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory The E...

Page 55: ...ontinuous operation At that time the display will change from HI to LO indicating the change The LO level setting will turn off automatically after approxi mately 45 minutes NOTE The engine must be ru...

Page 56: ...ately 60 minutes of continuous operation At that time the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change The LO level setting will turn OFF automati cally after approximately...

Page 57: ...ma tion If your vehicle is not equipped with a touchscreen this feature can be programmed through the instrument cluster display Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument...

Page 58: ...r seats will drop and move forward when the seat back is folded flat WARNING It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more...

Page 59: ...ht position Be sure the seat is locked in place NOTE You may experience deformation in the seat cush ion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left folded for an extended period of time This is...

Page 60: ...ed so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear WARNING All occupants including the driver should not oper ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle s seat until the head restrai...

Page 61: ...restraint To lower the head restraint push the adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint NOTE The rear center head restraint Crew Cab and Qua...

Page 62: ...tside the occupant compartment ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants Follow the re installation instructions above prior to operating the vehicle...

Page 63: ...s warning may result in serious injury or death Heated Steering Wheel If Equipped The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather The heated steering wheel has...

Page 64: ...ysical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods Continued WARNING Continued Do not place anyth...

Page 65: ...to a position that allows full pedal travel Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat pedal position For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat you can use your rem...

Page 66: ...from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position to...

Page 67: ...matic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the windshield The mirror inst...

Page 68: ...To Know Your Instrument Panel or Uconnect Settings in Multimedia WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Re...

Page 69: ...on the driver s door trim panel The power mirror controls consist of mirror select buttons and a four way mirror control switch Power Mirror Controls Location Power Mirror Controls 1 Mirror Select Bu...

Page 70: ...ition The switch for the power folding mirrors is located be tween the power mirror switches L left and R right Push the switch once and the mirrors will fold in push the switch a second time and the...

Page 71: ...rd position 2 Using the power folding mirror switch move the mirror to the full retract position this may require multiple button pushes This resets them to their normal posi tion NOTE The power fold...

Page 72: ...ler Towing Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra wide loads To change position inboard or outboard the mirro...

Page 73: ...e front doors The outside mirrors will move slightly downward from the present position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE The outside mirrors will then return to the original position when the...

Page 74: ...ver turns 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 Sli...

Page 75: ...ean ing procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution foll...

Page 76: ...urned OFF The lights illuminate at less than half of normal intensity If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights DRL will turn off Also if a turn signal is activated the DRL lamp on th...

Page 77: ...the AUTO position Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for further infor mation Broken muddy or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remai...

Page 78: ...il the lever is released Automatic Headlights If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels To turn the system on rotate the headlight switch c...

Page 79: ...stem Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multi media for further information Headlight Delay To aid in your exit your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for approxi...

Page 80: ...n the switch is pushed a second time when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position or the high beam is selected Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each s...

Page 81: ...turned on by pushing the cargo lights button located just below the headlight switch If the vehicle s speed is 0 mph 0 km h these lights can also be turned on using the switch located just inside the...

Page 82: ...ght minutes If the headlights are turned on and left on for eight minutes while the ignition is OFF the exterior lights will automatically turn off INTERIOR LIGHTS Courtesy Lights Courtesy and dome li...

Page 83: ...ghts will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before exitingthe vehicle If the interior lights are left on after the ignition is turned off they wil...

Page 84: ...e 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 This is also known as the Party mode be...

Page 85: ...fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN from the OFF position The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON po...

Page 86: ...n the end of the multifunction lever inward to the second detent Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wiper will operate for two to three cycles after the washer knob is released from this position If...

Page 87: ...ensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multifunction lever Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensitive Position 3 should be used for norma...

Page 88: ...vehicle is in the remote start mode Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the RUN position Rain Sensing wiper operation can resume if it has been selected and no o...

Page 89: ...side air mode Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are present NOTE Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and w...

Page 90: ...dow de froster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ten minutes Temperature Control Use this control knob to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartme...

Page 91: ...or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets Bi Level Mode Bi Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and...

Page 92: ...damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear win dow Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solut...

Page 93: ...Manual Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Uconnect 4C 4C NAV With Manual Temperature Controls 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 91...

Page 94: ...outside air mode Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are present NOTE Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy an...

Page 95: ...uminate when the rear window de froster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ten minutes Temperature Control Press the arrows on the touchscreen or faceplate to regulate the t...

Page 96: ...loor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets NOTE Bi Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outl...

Page 97: ...damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear win dow Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing soluti...

Page 98: ...Automatic Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Uconnect 3 With 5 inch Display With Automatic Temperature Controls 96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 99: ...Uconnect 4C 4C NAV With Automatic Temperature Controls 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 97...

Page 100: ...Button Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity a...

Page 101: ...Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets When the defrost button is selected the blower level may increase Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature set tings for best windshield...

Page 102: ...ature settings When the SYNC feature is active the passenger s temperature will move up and down with the driver s temperature when it is increased and decreased re spectively NOTE Temperature numbers...

Page 103: ...e blower bar area between the icons For Uconnect 3 press the button to access the blower screen and control the blower Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of...

Page 104: ...release this button on the touchscreen or push the faceplate button to turn the Climate Control System off CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care w...

Page 105: ...h the condenser MAX A C MAX A C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor mance Press and release to toggle between MAX A C and the prior settings The button illuminates when MAX A C is on In MAX A...

Page 106: ...gs for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible The temperature can be displayed in U S or Metric units by...

Page 107: ...er setting on high This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor dam age when the system is started again Window Fogging Vehicle windows tend to fog on the ins...

Page 108: ...Operating Tips Chart 106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 109: ...re will allow the power windows to operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF This feature is cancelled when either front door is opened WARNING Never leave children unattended in a...

Page 110: ...lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop NOTE If the window runs into any obstacle during the Auto Closure it will reverse direction and then go back dow...

Page 111: ...ls push the window lock switch again and return the switch to the released or up position Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type...

Page 112: ...ous injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and m...

Page 113: ...type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occurrence and can be mini...

Page 114: ...ss panel Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF LOCK position Opening either front door wi...

Page 115: ...when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death CAUTION To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a fi...

Page 116: ...op and reverse feature as required by Federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call t...

Page 117: ...e RUN position with the Engine ON Make sure while programming HomeLink with the engine ON that your vehicle is outside of your garage or that the garage door remains open at all times Erasing all chan...

Page 118: ...es from CHANNEL TRAIN ING to CHANNEL TRAINED then release both buttons NOTE It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in some cases for the channel to train If DID NOT TRAIN appears in the Instrument Clu...

Page 119: ...until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Program ming A Rolling Code step 2 and follow all remaining steps Prog...

Page 120: ...an radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar...

Page 121: ...position NOTE For vehicle s equipped with Keyless Enter N Go place the ignition in the RUN position with the Engine ON For vehicle s equipped with Keyless Enter N Go place the ignition in the RUN posi...

Page 122: ...lug it back in If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink com for information or assistance WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains car...

Page 123: ...his device must accept any interference received in cluding interference that may cause undesired opera tion NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for complianc...

Page 124: ...ment push upward on the handle release The glove compartment door will automatically open To open the lower glove compartment pull the release handle Upper Glove Compartment Lower Glove Compartment 12...

Page 125: ...e compartments are located in both the driver and passenger rear door trim panels Center Storage Compartment If Equipped The center storage compartment is located between the driver and passenger seat...

Page 126: ...could be thrown about endangering occupants of the vehicle Items stored should not exceed a total of 10 lbs 4 5 kg Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise the cover The upper st...

Page 127: ...nsole compartment lid open may result in injury in a colli sion The center console is equipped with a front storage bin located next to the cupholders This storage bin may be equipped with a manual sl...

Page 128: ...e Second Row In Floor Storage Bin If Equipped In floor storage bins are located in front of the second row seats and can be used for extra storage The storage bins have removable liners that can be ea...

Page 129: ...atch and open the lid NOTE The front seat may have to be moved forward to fully open the lid Storage Bin Regular Cab The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs the length of the cab Op...

Page 130: ...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 resulting in serious or fatal injury Unfoldi...

Page 131: ...load floor Unfolding The Load Floor Crew Cab 1 Lift the 60 40 seat cushion s to the upward position 2 Unfold both the legs using the straps Load Floor In Open Position Load Floor Legs In Stowed Positi...

Page 132: ...Load Floor For Storage Access Under The Seat 1 Lift the 60 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 acc...

Page 133: ...Equipped 4 Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in the secured down position before you operate the vehicle Below Rear Seat Storage Crew Cab Quad Cab The Crew Cab and Quad Cab models prov...

Page 134: ...section Cupholders Front Seat Cupholders For vehicles equipped with bucket seats two cupholders are located next to the center console storage bin Vehicles Equipped With 40 20 40 Seats The cupholders...

Page 135: ...venience Electrical Power Outlets The auxiliary 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlets can provide power for in cab accessories designed for use with the standard cigar lighter plug The 12 Volt power outlets an...

Page 136: ...ps power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will...

Page 137: ...r console when equipped with bucket seats Rear of the center console storage compartment Quad Cab or Crew Cab Power Outlet Center Console Power Outlet Rear Center Console 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICL...

Page 138: ...rned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge Power Outlet Rear Center Console Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console B...

Page 139: ...or long periods of the vehicle not being started with acces sories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery Ciga...

Page 140: ...touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure Auxiliary Switches If Equipped There can be up to five auxiliary switches lo...

Page 141: ...using the auxiliary switches please refer to the Ram Body Builders Guide by accessing www rambodybuilder com and choosing the appropriate links PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed fo...

Page 142: ...loading up to the rated payload Unrestrained cargo may be thrown forward in an accident causing serious or fatal injury There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side bulkheads of the box i...

Page 143: ...over the lens Turning Cargo Camera On Or Off With Uconnect 4C 4C NAV 1 Press the Controls button located on the bottom of the Uconnect display 2 Press the Cargo Camera button to turn the Cargo Camera...

Page 144: ...vehicles or 300 lbs 136 kg for 2500 and 3500 series vehicles per bin To open a storage bin with the RamBox unlocked push and release the button located on the lid The RamBox lid will open upward to al...

Page 145: ...he bin lights pushing the switch again will turn the lights back on Cargo bins feature two removable drain plugs to allow water to drain from bins To remove plug pull up on the edge To install push pl...

Page 146: ...damage secure all cargo to prevent movement and protect inside surfaces of bin from heavy sharp objects with appropriate padding RamBox Safety Warning Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent p...

Page 147: ...be opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow in the dark lever attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism Bed Extender If Equipped The bed extender has three functional positions...

Page 148: ...unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to release the extender side gates 2 With the side gates open position the extender fully forward in the bed against the front p...

Page 149: ...Lock the center handle using the vehicle key to secure the panel into place Divider Position The divider position is intended for managing your cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around...

Page 150: ...the side gates open position the extender so the outboard ends align 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 inte...

Page 151: ...itional cargo room is needed The extender position utilizes a locating pin and rotating handle located on both sides of the truck bed near the tailgate To install the bed extender into the extender po...

Page 152: ...to place WARNING To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage Cargo must be secured Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie downs Ext...

Page 153: ...cleat should not exceed 45 degrees above horizontal or damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo...

Page 154: ...rs To determine if your vehicle is excluded please refer to the Consumer Information Truck Camper Load ing document available from your authorized dealer For safety reasons follow all instructions in...

Page 155: ...ctrical connector must be disconnected prior to removing the tailgate Disconnecting The Rear Camera Or Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 1 Open the tailgate to access the rear camera or Remote Keyless...

Page 156: ...corrode 6 Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the forward facing surface of the tailgate This will prevent damaging the connector and bracket when storing or reinstalling the tailgate Remov...

Page 157: ...ith Cap or Slide In Campers should extend beyond the over hanging camper compartment and be free of leaks Locking Tailgate The lock is located next to the tailgate handle The tailgate can be locked us...

Page 158: ...to the first set of two Tonneau Cover clamps located on the driver and pas senger underside of the Tonneau Cover 2 Pull down on the first set of clamps on both driver and passenger sides to the semi...

Page 159: ...p and clamp wire are not properly released damage to the tonneau cover material will result 4 Pick up on the Tonneau Cover and fold it back onto the second panel 5 Pick up on the cover and fold it bac...

Page 160: ...he second set of clamps on both driver and passenger sides to the semi clamped position 7 Pull down on the clamp wire and push the clamp up into the proper released position Third Panel Position Semi...

Page 161: ...m pletely before removing Tri Fold Tonneau Cover Installation To install the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps 1 Position the folded Tonneau Cover on the truck bed and push the cover forward ag...

Page 162: ...ndles to release the clamps from the stowed position 3 Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box or flange of Ram Box rail if equipped to the semi clamped position Stowed Position Semi Clamped P...

Page 163: ...mped position to properly engage the clamps NOTE Once clamped be sure the clamps are not partially clamped to the truck bed flange 5 Disengage the stowage straps Clamped Position Improper Clamp Positi...

Page 164: ...mediate position NOTE The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau Cover is in this position 7 Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover Intermediate Position Vehicle Cannot Be Driven Fully Unfolded Positi...

Page 165: ...dles to release the clamps from the stowed position 9 Push clamp wires up and under the flange of box or flange of Ram Box rail if equipped to the semi clamped position Stowed Position Semi Clamped Po...

Page 166: ...upward to the clamped position to properly engage the clamps NOTE Once clamped be sure the clamps are not partially clamped to the truck bed flange Clamped Position Improper Clamp Position 164 GETTING...

Page 167: ...is properly installed on the vehicle Failure to follow this procedure can result in detachment of the Tonneau Cover from the vehicle and or damage to the vehicle Tonneau Cover Tri Fold Tonneau Cover C...

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Page 169: ...Oil Life Reset 177 Display Messages 178 Display Menu Items 180 Battery Saver On Battery Saver Mode Message Electrical Load Reduction Actions If Equipped 187 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES 189 Red Warnin...

Page 170: ...BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Clusters 168 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 171: ...rily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem perature when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the nor...

Page 172: ...PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Premium Instrument Clusters 170 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 173: ...te some oil pressure when the engine is running A continuous high or low reading under normal driving conditions may indicate a lubrication system malfunction Immediate service should be obtained from...

Page 174: ...the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster display which offers useful information to the d...

Page 175: ...ay that is located in the instrument cluster The instrument cluster display menu items may consist of the following Speedometer Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Info Trip A Trip B Audio Trailer Tow Base Inst...

Page 176: ...h and release the down arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu items sub menu screen and vehicle settings Right Arrow Button Push and release the right arrow button to access select the...

Page 177: ...connect Set tings in Multimedia for further information 2 Temperature Display Displays the outside temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit 3 Main Screen Displays main menu submenus settings 4 White Tellt...

Page 178: ...Current fuel economy The instrument cluster display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu The main display area also displays pop up messages...

Page 179: ...ange indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style NOTE Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display con...

Page 180: ...ou start the vehicle the Oil Life indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Display Messages Front Seatbelts Unbuckled Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled Se...

Page 181: ...t Aborted Trunk Open Remote Start Aborted Time Expired Remote Start Disabled Start To Reset Service Airbag System Service Airbag Warning Light Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled Fr...

Page 182: ...icle Cannot Be Lowered Door Open Off Road 2 Watch For Clearance Entry Exit Watch For Clearance Air Suspension Temporarily Disabled For Jacking And Tire Change Battery Low Start Engine To Change Ride H...

Page 183: ...onomy Gauge Average Fuel Economy Value Range To Empty Trip A Trip B Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Trip menu item is highlighted in the instrument cluster display Push and rele...

Page 184: ...instrument cluster display Push and release the right arrow button to enter the Screen Setup submenu The Screen Setup feature allows you to change what information is displayed in the instrument clust...

Page 185: ...Volume Low Medium High 4 Tilt Mirror in Reverse Tilt Mirror in R On Off 5 Rain Sensing Wipers Auto Wipers On Off 6 Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist On Off 7 Headlights Off Delay Lights Off Delay 0...

Page 186: ...orn with Remote Lock Horn w Rmt Lock Off 1st Press 2nd Press 16 Remote Unlock Sequence Remote Unlock Driver Door All Doors 17 Key Fob Linked to Memory Key in Memory On Off 18 Passive Entry Passive Ent...

Page 187: ...s Air Susp Alerts All Warnings Only 24 Aero Ride Height Mode Aero Mode On Off 25 Tire Jack Mode Tire Jack Mode On Off 26 Transport Mode Transport Mode On Off 27 Wheel Alignment Mode Wheel Alignment On...

Page 188: ...r is equal to slot position Boat Car Cargo Dump Equipment Flatbed Gooseneck Horse Livestock Motorcycle Snowmobile Travel Utility 5th Wheel 33 Compass Variance Compass Var 1 15 increments of 1 34 Calib...

Page 189: ...e battery In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure or the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating electrical load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving time and dis...

Page 190: ...e system because the electrical loads are larger than the capability of charging system The charging system is still functioning properly Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads e g HVAC to m...

Page 191: ...GES Red Warning Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light This light indicates when the driver or passenger seat belt is unbuckled When the ignition is first placed in the ON RUN or ACC ON RUN position...

Page 192: ...h will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The light may flash momentarily during s...

Page 193: ...the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in In Case Of Emergency for further information Battery Charge Warning Light This light illuminates when the battery i...

Page 194: ...ing Light This light will turn on when there s a fault with the EPS Electric Power Steering system Refer to Power Steering in Starting And Operating for further information WARNING Continued operation...

Page 195: ...dboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or others CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the vehicle contro...

Page 196: ...m TPMS Warning Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recom mended value and or that slow pressure loss is occurring In the...

Page 197: ...operly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continu...

Page 198: ...n is placed in the ON RUN or ACC ON RUN position have the brake system inspected by an authorized dealer Low Coolant Level Warning Light This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle coolant leve...

Page 199: ...ir suspension system air suspension adjustment is limited due to payload TOW HAUL Indicator Light This light will illuminate when TOW HAUL mode is selected Cargo Light If Equipped The cargo light will...

Page 200: ...te at the same speed Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the wheels Refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation If Equipped in Starting And Operating for further i...

Page 201: ...rument Cluster Display This light will turn on when the speed control is set Refer to Speed Control in Starting And Operating for further information Hill Descent Control HDC Indicator Light If Equipp...

Page 202: ...el economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed Continued CAUTION Continued If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is running severe catalytic co...

Page 203: ...tly serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignitio...

Page 204: ...ad a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may th...

Page 205: ...NT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 223 Occupant Restraint Systems Features 223 Important Safety Precautions 223 Seat Belt Systems 224 Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS 237 Child Restraints 252 Transporting Pets 27...

Page 206: ...d valves Brake pedal pulsations A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip ment that ma...

Page 207: ...ore the benefits of anti lock brakes If the Anti Lock Brake Warn ing Light does not come on when the ignition is turned to the ON RUN mode have the light repaired as soon as possible Electronic Brake...

Page 208: ...benefit of the system you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence do not pump the brakes Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the br...

Page 209: ...with a loaded vehicle or Continued WARNING Continued while pulling a trailer HSA is not a substitute for active driving involvement It is always the driver s responsibility to be attentive to distance...

Page 210: ...gs refer to Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for further infor mation For vehicles not equipped with an instrument cluster display perform the following steps 1 Center the steering wheel front wheels p...

Page 211: ...wer may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the veh...

Page 212: ...SC performance Any vehicle modification or poor vehicle maintenance that reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury a...

Page 213: ...cle is stopped with the engine running After five seconds a chime will sound the ESC Off Indicator Light will illuminate and the ESC OFF message will display in the instrument cluster To turn ESC ON a...

Page 214: ...etected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized deal...

Page 215: ...s it cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles NOTE ERM is disabled anytime the ESC is in Full Off mode if equipp...

Page 216: ...ehicle speed while descending hills during various driving situations HDC controls vehicle speed by actively controlling the brakes HDC has three states 1 Off feature is not enabled and will not activ...

Page 217: ...ions Driver Override The driver may override HDC activation with throttle or brake application at anytime Deactivating HDC HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditio...

Page 218: ...ed brakes The flashing will stop and HDC will activate again once the brakes have cooled sufficiently WARNING HDC is only intended to assist the driver in controlling vehicle speed when descending hil...

Page 219: ...e pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information NOTE When filling warm tires the tire pressure may need to be...

Page 220: ...sting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and ma...

Page 221: ...low tire pressure values in a different color An Inflate to XX message will also be displayed Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition...

Page 222: ...ronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains ma terials that may block radio wave signals Accu...

Page 223: ...um of five seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value For each subsequent ignition switch cycle a chime will sound the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and t...

Page 224: ...and then display dashes in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being received If the ignition switch is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists...

Page 225: ...s safe as possible Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rea...

Page 226: ...Belt Systems Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you This can happen far away from...

Page 227: ...vehicle speed until the driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle their seat belts Change of Status If the driver or o...

Page 228: ...be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Continued WARNING Continued It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these...

Page 229: ...ur arm is dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the Continued WARNING Continued vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A seat belt worn under the arm can cause intern...

Page 230: ...into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt...

Page 231: ...e anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 inches 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the...

Page 232: ...your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of the seat belt Follow these instructions to wear your sea...

Page 233: ...he mini latch plate and pull the seat belt over the seat 3 Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head restraint 4 When the seat belt is long enough to fit insert the mini latch plate into...

Page 234: ...le 10 To disengage the mini latch plate from the mini buckle for storage insert the regular latch plate into the center red slot on the mini buckle The seat belt will automati cally retract to its sto...

Page 235: ...nded and the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer can provide you with a Seat Belt Extender The Seat Belt Extender should be used only...

Page 236: ...performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a subst...

Page 237: ...If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as...

Page 238: ...and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire seat belt is extracted 3 Allow the seat belt to retract As the seat belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This...

Page 239: ...le Switch Supplemental Side Air Bags Front and Side Impact Sensors If Equipped Seat Belt Pretensioners Air Bag Warning Light The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag syste...

Page 240: ...r or any engine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Have an authori...

Page 241: ...ed Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as deter mined by the Occupant Restraint Contro...

Page 242: ...ont air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear side or rollover collisions The front air bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that may produce sub stantial...

Page 243: ...e Air Bags Ram 1500 Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs are located in...

Page 244: ...lemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs are located above the side windows The trim covering the SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG SA...

Page 245: ...The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side impacts The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC deter mines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular impact event is appropr...

Page 246: ...at that is appropriate for the size of the child WARNING Side Air Bags need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Being too close to the Side Air...

Page 247: ...side impact events Ram 2500 And 3500 Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs If your vehicle is equipped...

Page 248: ...equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Cur tains SABICs please refer to the information below Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs are located above the side windows The t...

Page 249: ...ide Impacts The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side impacts The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC deter mines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular impact even...

Page 250: ...riate for the size of the child WARNING Side Air Bags need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Being too close to the Side Air Bags during depl...

Page 251: ...ag System Components listed below Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Air Bag Warning Light Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Knee Impact Bolsters Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags Seat Belt...

Page 252: ...ags seat belt pretensioners and the seat belt retractor assem blies replaced by an authorized dealer immediately Also have the Occupant Restraint Controller System serviced as well NOTE Air bag covers...

Page 253: ...s dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag sy...

Page 254: ...uipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the informatio...

Page 255: ...r gov parents index htm or call 1 888 327 4236 Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada s website for additional information http www tc gc ca eng motorvehiclesafety safedrivers childsafety...

Page 256: ...ng infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rear facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the i...

Page 257: ...orward facing direction are for children who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear facing weight or height limit of their rear facing convertible child seat Children should remain in a...

Page 258: ...hose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the seat belt in a rear seat Use this simple 5 step test to decide whether the child can...

Page 259: ...ndations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight of the Child Child Restraint Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An X Below LATCH Lower Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower...

Page 260: ...s the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating posi...

Page 261: ...H Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 Anchorages Per Seating Position Quad Cab 60 40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 Anchora...

Page 262: ...ild re straint 65 lbs 29 5 kg Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs 29 5 kg Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH s...

Page 263: ...seat owner s manual for more information Can a child seat be installed in the center position using the inner LATCH lower anchorages No Quad Cab or Crew with Full bench rear seat Use the seat belt and...

Page 264: ...ld restraint own er s manual for more information Can the head restraints be removed No Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion...

Page 265: ...nt center and right seats Quad Cab Mega Cab and Crew Cab models have tether strap anchorages located behind each of the rear seats 1 Tether Strap Hook 2 Tether Strap To Child Restraint 3 Tether Anchor...

Page 266: ...to the anchorage Forward facing child restraints and some rear facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tethe...

Page 267: ...t in that outboard position WARNING Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint Please refer to To Install A LATCH Compatible Child Restraint for typical instal lation i...

Page 268: ...To Stow An Unused Switchable ALR ALR Seat Belt When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to se...

Page 269: ...eat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR or a cinching latch plate or both Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the l...

Page 270: ...traints In This Vehicle Regular Cab Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Locations ALR Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Quad Cab Mega Cab Crew Cab Automatic Locking Retrac...

Page 271: ...head restraints be removed No Head restraints may not be removed Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint Yes Cinching Latch Plate No ALR...

Page 272: ...shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor Then allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicki...

Page 273: ...d restraint Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path 3 Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the...

Page 274: ...chorage Only attach the tether strap of a rear facing car seat to the tether anchorage that is approved for that seating position located behind the top of the vehicle seat See the section Lower Ancho...

Page 275: ...ft the cover if so equipped and attach the hook to the square opening in the sheet metal Tighten the tether strap according to the child seat manufacturer s instruc tions WARNING Never place a rear fa...

Page 276: ...the rear seat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop 2 Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint through...

Page 277: ...seats in both of the outboard left and right seating positions the tether strap hooks of both child seats should be connected to the center tether strap loop This is the correct way to tether two outb...

Page 278: ...head restraint through the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind either the right or left outboard seat 3 Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behi...

Page 279: ...center tether strap loop but do not tighten the straps yet 3 Place a child restraint on the center rear seat Route the tether strap following the directions for the center seating position above 4 Att...

Page 280: ...assenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRA...

Page 281: ...icle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned par...

Page 282: ...position and interfere with the accelera tor brake or clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING An improperly attached damaged folded or stacked floor mat or damaged...

Page 283: ...properly attach carpet to the floor and check the floor mat fasteners are secure to the vehicle carpet Fully depress each pedal to check for Continued WARNING Continued interference with the accelera...

Page 284: ...ng Fluid Leaks Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for fuel coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel or brake fluid leaks are suspected The caus...

Page 285: ...INE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 295 PARKING BRAKE 295 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 297 Key Ignition Park Interlock 298 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 299 Eight Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipp...

Page 286: ...ription 350 Air Suspension Modes 353 Instrument Cluster Display Messages 354 Operation 354 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 2500 3500 MODELS IF EQUIPPED 356 Description 356 Air Suspension Modes 357 Instrument Cl...

Page 287: ...Models 393 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5 7L 6 4L ENGINES ONLY IF EQUIPPED 394 SPEED CONTROL 395 To Activate 395 To Set A Desired Speed 396 To Vary The Speed Setting 396 To Accelerate For Passing 397 To Res...

Page 288: ...Filler Cap Message 414 VEHICLE LOADING 414 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 414 Payload 414 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 415 Tire Size 415 Rim Size 415 Inflation Pressure 415 Curb Weight 415 Loading...

Page 289: ...ehicle Behind Another Vehicle 436 Recreational Towing Two Wheel Drive Models 437 Recreational Towing Four Wheel Drive Models 437 DRIVING TIPS 441 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 441 Driving Through Water...

Page 290: ...ear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mo...

Page 291: ...on 1 The transmission must be in PARK 2 Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START STOP button once 3 The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle If the vehicle fails to...

Page 292: ...cle may AutoPark See AutoPark section for further details ENGINE START STOP Button Functions With Driv er s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position The ENGINE START STOP button operates s...

Page 293: ...l of these conditions are met Vehicle is equipped with a rotary shifter and an 8 speed transmission Vehicle is not in PARK Vehicle Speed is 1 2 MPH 1 9 km h or less Ignition switched from RUN to ACC N...

Page 294: ...km A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position can roll As an added precaution always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle 4WD LOW If Equipped AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehic...

Page 295: ...lerator pedal and the brake pedal wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attem...

Page 296: ...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 cord...

Page 297: ...For the recom mended viscosity and quality grades refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specifications CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may res...

Page 298: ...ore placing the gear selector in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied wh...

Page 299: ...of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control...

Page 300: ...ke brake pedal or the trans mission gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition in a vehicle equipped with Keyle...

Page 301: ...ission If Equipped The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic gear selector located on the instrument panel The trans mission gear range PRND is displayed both above the gear selector an...

Page 302: ...l select the highest available transmission gear and will display that gear limit in the instrument cluster as 1 2 3 etc Refer to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for further info...

Page 303: ...ehicle to guard against vehicle move ment and possible injury or damage Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not in PARK Check by trying to move the gear selector out of PARK wit...

Page 304: ...vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be s...

Page 305: ...practices Continued WARNING Continued that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or...

Page 306: ...cle performance may be severely degraded and the engine may stall In some situations the transmission may not re engage if the engine is turned off and restarted The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL ma...

Page 307: ...d but will shift through the lower gears normally You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed When the transmission gear selector is in DRIVE the transmission will operate automatic...

Page 308: ...slippery conditions The increased engine brak ing can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident possibly res...

Page 309: ...will display both the selected gear limit and the actual current gear while in ERS mode Gear Ranges Do not depress the accelerator pedal when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range NOT...

Page 310: ...the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running...

Page 311: ...ockwise until it stops For console mounted shifter firmly move the gear selector all the way forward and to the left until it stops Release the gear selector and make sure it is fully seated in the PA...

Page 312: ...to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for further information to select a lower gear range Under these conditions using a lower gear range will improve performance and extend transm...

Page 313: ...activated In this mode the transmission remains in direct gear regardless of which forward gear is selected PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will continue to operate The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL may be...

Page 314: ...ars and ERS 4 is direct drive ERS 5 and 6 Overdrive gears are the same as the normal fourth and fifth gears You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed When the gear selector is in...

Page 315: ...e ERS switch down column shift The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down CAUTION When using ERS for engine braking while descending steep grades be carefu...

Page 316: ...or failure due to excessive shifting When operating in TOW HAUL mode transmission upshifts are delayed and the transmission will automatically downshift for engine braking when the throttle is closed...

Page 317: ...em as if the transmission is not shifting properly when cold This is normal Using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control when the transmission is sufficiently warm will demonstrate that the tra...

Page 318: ...s section for further information Some models will display both the selected gear limit and the actual current gear while in ERS mode Gear Ranges Do not depress the accelerator pedal when shifting fro...

Page 319: ...ckly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal...

Page 320: ...er gear range as this can damage the drivetrain The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the PARK position When shifting into PARK pull the gear se...

Page 321: ...n traveling into strong head winds or while towing a heavy trailer use the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control refer to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for further informat...

Page 322: ...sult in transmission damage Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated In this mode the transmission remains in fourth gear regardless of which forward gear is selected PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will con...

Page 323: ...ition the transmission will operate automatically shift ing between all available gears Tapping the ERS switch will activate ERS mode display the current gear in the instrument cluster and set that ge...

Page 324: ...in the DRIVE position The transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem perature The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera ture Vehicle speed is sufficiently high The TOW HAUL switch has not...

Page 325: ...l injury or death Torque Converter 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 automa...

Page 326: ...nsfer Case If Equipped The transfer case provides four mode positions Two Wheel Drive High Range 2H Four Wheel Drive Lock High Range 4H Neutral N Four Wheel Drive Low Range 4L For additional informati...

Page 327: ...at the front and rear driveshafts are locked together This light will illuminate when the transfer case is shifted into either the 4H or 4L position There is no light for the 2H or NEUTRAL positions o...

Page 328: ...engage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after com pleting the shift Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever 2H Or 4H To 4L NOTE When shifting into or out of...

Page 329: ...sion is in gear Transfer Case Position Indicator Light The Transfer Case Position Indicator Light in the instru ment cluster is used to alert the driver that the front axle is fully engaged and all fo...

Page 330: ...owing behind another vehicle Refer to Recreational Towing in this section for further information WARNING You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer...

Page 331: ...FF 2 The selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift 3 When the shift is complete the indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and rema...

Page 332: ...conditions permit Shifting Procedure NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the transfer case will not shift The position indicator light for the pre...

Page 333: ...opped You can 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 into NEUTRAL 3 While still rollin...

Page 334: ...Low Range 4WD LOW Neutral NEUTRAL For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range This range is for norm...

Page 335: ...axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent to the rear wheels Four wheel drive will be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction Because the front axle is engaged this mod...

Page 336: ...se will not shift NOTE Before retrying a selection make certain that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met To retry the selection turn the control swi...

Page 337: ...rtrain and will allow the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Shifting Procedure NOTE If any of the req...

Page 338: ...w 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry hard surfaced roads 4WD LOCK Four Wheel Drive Lock High Range This range maxi mizes torque to the front dri...

Page 339: ...r loose slippery road surfaces only Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components NOTE The transfer case...

Page 340: ...and that service is required WARNING Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SVC 4WD Warning Light is Continued WARNING Continued illuminated Not engaging the parking bra...

Page 341: ...indicated before exiting the vehicle Shifting Procedure NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the transfer case will not shift The position indicator...

Page 342: ...to High Range This range sends power to the front wheels The four wheel drive system will be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction Additional traction for varying road con d...

Page 343: ...is engaged this mode will result in lower fuel economy than the 2WD mode When additional traction is required the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to maximize torque to the fr...

Page 344: ...ection push the current position wait five seconds and retry selection To find the shift requirements refer to the Shifting Procedure for your transfer case located in this section The SVC 4WD Warning...

Page 345: ...if the ve hicle is moving Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop before shifting to PARK and verify that the transmission gear position indicator solidly Continued WARNING Continued indicates PAR...

Page 346: ...ard position of the suspension and is meant for normal driving Off Road 1 OR1 Raises the vehicle approximately 1 in 26 mm This position should be the primary position for all off road driving until Of...

Page 347: ...s or if the vehicle speed exceeds 66 mph 106 km h The vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode if the vehicle speed remains between 30 mph 48 km h and 35 mph 56 km h for greater than 20 seconds or if...

Page 348: ...en door s is closed This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which keeps the headlights from incorrectly shining into oncom ing traffic When raising the vehicle the rear of the vehicle will mov...

Page 349: ...in Multimedia if equipped with a touch screen radio for further information NOTE This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running Transport Mode For towing your vehicle with four wheels off th...

Page 350: ...fer to Instru ment Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instru ment Panel for further information An audible chime will be heard whenever a system error has been detected See your authorized dealer...

Page 351: ...iple times each push will lower the requested level by one position down to a minimum of Entry Exit Mode or the lowest position allowed based on current conditions i e vehicle speed etc Automatic heig...

Page 352: ...n system provides full time load leveling capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a button NOTE The vehicle will automatically enter Aero Mode when the...

Page 353: ...nter Aero Mode when the vehicle speed remains between 62 mph 100 km h and 66 mph 106 km h for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed exceeds 66 mph 106 km h The vehicle will return to NRH fro...

Page 354: ...ime while the vehicle is lowering the change will not be completed until the open door s is closed This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which keeps the headlights from incorrectly shining i...

Page 355: ...in Multimedia if equipped with a touch screen radio for further information NOTE This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running Transport Mode For towing your vehicle with four wheels off th...

Page 356: ...Getting To Know Your Instru ment Panel for further information An audible chime will be heard whenever a system error has been detected See your authorized dealer for system service if normal operati...

Page 357: ...eight The indicator lamps and instrument cluster display messages will operate the same for automatic changes and user requested changes Off Road OR Indicator lamps 3 4 5 and 6 will be illuminated whe...

Page 358: ...to be used as required while trailer towing It will automatically adjust to maintain the rear ride height as conditions change Trailer Decoupling Unloading The air suspension sys tem will load level l...

Page 359: ...be enabled with engine running Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel or Uconnect Settings in Multimedia if equipped with a touch screen radio for further inform...

Page 360: ...henever a system error has been detected See your authorized dealer for system service if normal operation does not resume Operation Pushing the Alternate Trailer Height ATH button once while at Norma...

Page 361: ...ly to not be in contact with the ground It is not recommended to drive the vehicle with the differentials locked on pavement due to the reduced ability to turn and speed limitations CAUTION Do not loc...

Page 362: ...LOCK while traveling less than 3 mph 5 km h The RR indicator light will remain on when the rear axle is locked NOTE Left to right wheel speed difference may be neces sary to allow the axle to fully lo...

Page 363: ...rings this vehicle has an increased ride height of approximately 1 9 in 48 3 mm in the front and 1 5 in 38 1 mm in the rear A major advantage to increasing ride height is the positive effect it has on...

Page 364: ...t and left halves of the bar must be aligned This alignment may require that the vehicle be driven onto level ground or rocked from side to side To return to the On Road mode push the left hand On Roa...

Page 365: ...ristics Water fording characteristic is the vehicle s ability to cross a body of still water where the powertrain and drivetrain are safe from water ingestion This vehicle has high water fording chara...

Page 366: ...Low Range for additional traction or to improve handling and control on slippery or difficult terrain Due to the lower gearing low range will allow the engine to operate in a higher power range This w...

Page 367: ...e 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 in a trail main...

Page 368: ...ne guide you over through or around the obstacle Have the person stand a safe distance in front of you where they can see the obstacle watch your tires and undercarriage and guide you through Crossing...

Page 369: ...log modulate your brake and accelerator to avoid spinning the log out from under your tires Then ease the vehicle off the log using your brakes CAUTION Do not attempt to cross a log with a greater dia...

Page 370: ...he straightest possible run Accelerate with an easy constant throttle and apply more power as you start up the hill Do not race forward into a steep grade the abrupt change of grade could cause you to...

Page 371: ...he surface has good traction with firm and stable soils If possible transverse the incline at an angle heading slightly up or down WARNING Driving across an incline increases the risk of a roll over w...

Page 372: ...ansmission transfer case engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive Continued CAUTION Continued too fast or through too deep of water Water can cause permanent damage to engine driveline or oth...

Page 373: ...ng 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 of the vehicle s body Before you proc...

Page 374: ...to Are you alone or do you have another vehicle to help Is there high risk of vehicle damage during the recovery process Answering these questions will help you determine the best method of recovery I...

Page 375: ...le component as an attachment point Using tow straps requires coordination between the two drivers Good communication and line of sight are required for a safe recovery First connect the tow strap to...

Page 376: ...e block and tackle if necessary to improve the angle of pull or increase the winch s pulling force If the anchor point is a tree use a strap around its base and hook the cable to the strap If it is an...

Page 377: ...and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have the radiator fan brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as poss...

Page 378: ...ehicle Care should be taken to avoid sudden accelerations when both rear wheels are on a slippery surface This could cause both rear wheels to spin and allow the vehicle to slide sideways on the crown...

Page 379: ...voltage drops to a low level The winch will not power in or out for 30 seconds if this device is tripped If the interrupt is tripped the vehicle should be operated at high idle for a few minutes to al...

Page 380: ...Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components 378 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 381: ...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 382: ...Pulley Used properly the multi purpose snatch block allows you to 1 increase the winch s pulling power and 2 change your pulling di rection without damaging the wire rope Proper use of the snatch bloc...

Page 383: ...pe hook and fairlead opening during operation and when spooling Continued WARNING Continued Never wrap wire rope back onto itself Always use a choker chain wire choker rope or tree trunk protec tor on...

Page 384: ...luded Installation and Operations Guide and Basic Guide to Winching Continued CAUTION Continued Techniques in order to understand your winch and the winching operation Always inspect winch installatio...

Page 385: ...if the mount is loose or rope shows excessive wear or damage 2 Put on gloves 3 Disengage the clutch to allow free spooling of the winch drum rotate the clutch lever on the winch to disengage Freespool...

Page 386: ...ull the wire to the anchor point Pull out enough wire rope to reach your anchor point Be sure to keep a certain amount of tension on the wire as it can become twisted and over wrapped when slackened l...

Page 387: ...the cable as low as possible If no natural anchors are available when recover ing another vehicle your vehicle becomes the anchor point In this case be sure to put the transmission in NEUTRAL apply th...

Page 388: ...inch control box located behind the front bumper Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle always pass the...

Page 389: ...fore 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 the wire rope Pulling Wire Rope Under...

Page 390: ...t allow it to get pulled into the fairlead If it is necessary to move or remove the blanket slack the tension on the wire rope first 13 Establish no people zones Make your intentions clear Be sure tha...

Page 391: ...venly and tightly on the drum This prevents the outer wire wraps from drawing into the inner wraps binding and damaging the wire rope Avoid shock loads by using the control switch intermittently to ta...

Page 392: ...evenly layered Tighten and straighten the layer if necessary Keep the wire rope under light tension and spool the wire rope back and onto the winch drum in even layers Stop frequently to tighten and s...

Page 393: ...aximum pull using straight line rigging simply increasing pulling power or maintaining a straight line pulling situation You will have to assess what technique is correct for your situation Think safe...

Page 394: ...d run the wire rope through a snatch block Disengage the clutch and using the snatch block pull out enough wire to reach your anchor point Do not attach the hook to the mounting kit Secure to the anch...

Page 395: ...longer operational it is still possible to steer the vehicle Under these conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering effort especially at low speeds and during parking maneuvers If the...

Page 396: ...omponents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ens...

Page 397: ...N OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate To turn the system off push the...

Page 398: ...ts in an increase of 1 mph If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Metric Speed km h Pushing...

Page 399: ...tains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Speed Control WARNING Spe...

Page 400: ...vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 6 mph 9 km h ParkSense Sensors The four ParkSense sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is wi...

Page 401: ...the left and or right rear region the display will show a single solid arc in the left and or right rear region and the system will produce a tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the displa...

Page 402: ...ing alert opera tion when the system is detecting an obstacle WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance inches cm Greater than 79 inches 200 cm 79 45 inches 200 115 cm 45 31 inches 115 80 cm 31 18 inches 80 45 cm...

Page 403: ...ment Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for further information When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and the system is disabled the instru ment cluster display will show th...

Page 404: ...ther obstruc tion and then cycle the ignition If the message continues to appear see your authorized dealer If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED appears in the instrument cluster display see your...

Page 405: ...n and the vehicle is in REVERSE A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using ParkSense Alw...

Page 406: ...nd recommendations ParkSense will retain the last system state enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON RUN position ParkSense can be active only when th...

Page 407: ...only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected NOTE This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multi media for further information ParkSense Display...

Page 408: ...nches 120 100 cm 39 25 inches 100 65 cm 25 12 inches 65 30 cm Less than 12 inches 30 cm Audible Alert Chime None Single 1 2 Second Tone for rear only Slow for rear only Fast Continuous Arcs None 4th S...

Page 409: ...nd ing side This vehicle graphic will be displayed for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE NOTE Arc alerts from the enabled ParkSense system will interrupt the five second messages and the instrument...

Page 410: ...E WIPE REAR SENSORS or PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SEN SORS appears in the instrument cluster display make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia bumper and or front fascia b...

Page 411: ...ff if obstacles such as bicycle carriers trailer hitches etc are placed within 18 inches 45 cm from the rear fascia bumper Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close obstacle as...

Page 412: ...he ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see a image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE or whenever it is initiated through the Backup Ca...

Page 413: ...is displayed If equipped with a Cargo Camera a touchscreen button to switch the display to Cargo Camera image is made available whenever the Rear View Camera image is displayed A touchscreen button X...

Page 414: ...amage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recommended Continued CAUTION Continued that the driver look frequently over his h...

Page 415: ...e engine is running A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling CAUTION Da...

Page 416: ...oose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a loose gascap indicator will dis play in the instrument clus...

Page 417: ...l fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a co...

Page 418: ...rements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the f...

Page 419: ...You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer You must consider this as part of the load...

Page 420: ...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 load equalizing hitch ar...

Page 421: ...ht NOTE The vehicle must remain in the engine run position with all doors closed while attaching a trailer for proper leveling of the air suspension system 2 Position the truck to be ready to connect...

Page 422: ...weight distributing bars per the manufacturers recommendations so that the height of the front fender is approximately H2 H1 3 H1 about 1 3 the difference between H2 and H1 above normal ride height H1...

Page 423: ...ll and adjust the tension in the weight distributing bars per the manufacturers recommendations so that the height of the front fender is approximately H2 H1 2 H1 about 1 2 the difference between H2 a...

Page 424: ...Hitch The fifth wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed It connects a vehicle and fifth wheel trailer with a coupling...

Page 425: ...32 000 lbs 14 545 kg 6000 lbs 2 721 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches...

Page 426: ...les 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Continued CAUTION Continued Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mph...

Page 427: ...ht must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR Continued WARNING Continued 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trai...

Page 428: ...fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your veh...

Page 429: ...n is turned on pushing the GAIN adjustment button or sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the Trailer Brake Status Indi cator Light will not be displ...

Page 430: ...by the ITBM braking functions will not be available the GAIN setting will illuminate and the correct type of trailer must be selected from the instru ment cluster display options 4 Push the UP or DOWN...

Page 431: ...Messages The trailer brake control interacts with the instrument cluster display Display messages along with a single chime will be displayed when a malfunction is determined in the trailer connectio...

Page 432: ...ler size stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer harness and...

Page 433: ...l while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve per formance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide bett...

Page 434: ...ge until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheat i...

Page 435: ...00 Models Only Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factory in stalled option These packages include components neces sary to equip your vehicle with a snowplow NOTE Before installation of a snow...

Page 436: ...options or passengers etc The loaded vehicle weight including the snowplow sys tem all aftermarket accessories driver passengers op tions and cargo must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight GVW...

Page 437: ...eas or under poor visibility General Maintenance Snowplows should be maintained in accordance with the plow manufacturer s instructions Keep all snowplow electrical connections and battery ter minals...

Page 438: ...hen towing your vehicle always follow applicable state and provincial laws Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details Vehicles equipped with air suspension must be plac...

Page 439: ...b 6 Install a suitable clamping device designed for towing to secure the front wheels in the straight position CAUTION Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage D...

Page 440: ...imited Warranty Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case causing damage to internal parts Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The b...

Page 441: ...n solid when the shift to NEUTRAL N is complete After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL N light stays on release the NEUTRAL N button 6 Release the parking brake 7 Shift the transmission into REV...

Page 442: ...his process allows the air suspension to adjust the vehicle s ride height to compensate for temperature effects Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL N Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal...

Page 443: ...ormally NOTE With electronic shift transfer case Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be met before pushing the button to shift out of NEUTRAL N and must continue to be met until the shift has bee...

Page 444: ...e road or path s surface and Continued WARNING Continued cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water Further more flowing and or rising water can carry your ve hicle away swiftly Failure to follow th...

Page 445: ...continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated as this Continued CAUTION Continued may result in further damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Gettin...

Page 446: ...ulations of plants or brush These things could be a fire hazard They might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or si...

Page 447: ...NGING 468 Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series Trucks 468 Jacking And Tire Changing 2500 And 3500 Series Trucks 485 JUMP STARTING 502 Preparations For Jump Start 502 Jump Starting Procedure 504 IF YO...

Page 448: ...DISABLED VEHICLE 510 Two Wheel Drive Models 512 Four Wheel Drive Models 512 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 513 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM EARS 514 EVENT DATA RECORDER EDR 514 446 IN CASE OF E...

Page 449: ...is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even though the ignition is...

Page 450: ...eed a tow just push the ASSIST button and you ll be connected to someone who can help Roadside Assistance will know what vehicle you re driving and its location Additional fees may apply for roadside...

Page 451: ...accident involving serious injury or death NOTE Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized by the subscriber Once a connection is made between the vehicle s SOS Call system and the SOS operat...

Page 452: ...s electri cal system or modify the antennas on your vehicle IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY POWER FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT THE UCONNECT FEATURES Continued WARNING Continued...

Page 453: ...d to the following factors Delayed accessories mode is active The ignition is in the OFF position The vehicle s electrical systems are not intact The SOS Call system software and or hardware are damag...

Page 454: ...tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ ing interference that may cause undesire...

Page 455: ...Fog Lamp Horizontal shape 9145 Fog Lamp Vertical shape 9006 Bulb Number Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 921K Rear Cargo Lamp 921 LED Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL Cargo Lamp LED Serviced at...

Page 456: ...diator 5 Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle 6 Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws 7 Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel remove the fastener and lift t...

Page 457: ...replace ment An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp the bulb socket or the lamp wiring NOTE There are access covers over both headlamp bulb access holes in the quad f...

Page 458: ...2 Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward far enough to unsnap the two receptacles on the outboard side of the lamp housing from the two plastic snap post retain ers in the outer box side panel 3...

Page 459: ...g Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL With Cargo Lamp 1 Remove the two screws holding the housing lens to the body as shown 2 Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring harness to the body 3...

Page 460: ...ened bulb life will result Outside Bulbs Cargo Lamps Inside Bulb Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 5 Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing Cab Top Clearance Lamps If Equipped 1 Remov...

Page 461: ...bulb socket turn and pull it from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight from it s socket and replace Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp Removing The Bulb From The Bulb Socket 7 IN CASE OF E...

Page 462: ...ocedure for installation of the bulbs and housing Side Marker Lamps Dual Rear Wheels If Equipped 1 Push rearward on the side marker lamp assembly 2 Pull the entire assembly from the fender 3 Turn the...

Page 463: ...e blows again contact an autho rized dealer If a general protection fuse for safety systems air bag system braking system power unit systems engine system transmission system or steering system blows...

Page 464: ...Diesel If Equipped F09 40 Amp Green Spe cial Services Vehicle Cummins Diesel Diesel Fuel Heater If Equipped F10 40 Amp Green Body Controller Exterior Lighting 2 F10 50 Amp Red Body Controller Exterior...

Page 465: ...0 Amp Pink Body Controller 1 Interior Lighting F24 30 Amp Pink Driver Door Module F25 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper F26 30 Amp Pink Antilock Brakes Stability Control Module Valves F28 20 Amp Blue Trailer To...

Page 466: ...Blue Power Outlet Special Services Only F41 10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter If Equipped F42 20 Amp Yellow Horn F44 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port F46 10 Amp Red Upfitter If Equipped F49 10 Amp Red Instru...

Page 467: ...61 10 Amp Red 1500 LD Diesel Cummins Diesel PM Sensor If Equipped F62 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch F63 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils Gas Urea Heater Cummins Diesel F64 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors...

Page 468: ...ed Antilock Brakes Electronic Stability Control F77 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module Front Axle Disconnect Module F78 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module Electric Power Steering F79 15 Amp Blue Clear...

Page 469: ...F94 10 Amp Red Shifter Transfer Case Module F95 10 Amp Red Rear Camera Park Assist F96 10 Amp Red Rear Seat Heater Switch F97 25 Amp Clear Rear Heated Seats Heated Steering Wheel If Equipped F98 25 Am...

Page 470: ...n operating the jack or changing the wheel Continued WARNING Continued Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put a...

Page 471: ...the front passenger seat Removal Of Jack And Tools 1500 Series To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover located on the side of the front passen ger s seat To remove...

Page 472: ...e wing bolt counterclockwise remove the wing bolt and then slide the assembly out from under the seat Release the tool bag straps from the jack and remove tools from bag Jack And Tools 1500 Series Jac...

Page 473: ...tool to the winch mechanism be sure the large flared end opening on extension 4 is positioned correctly over the winch mechanism ad justing nut Damage to the lug wrench extensions and winch mechanism...

Page 474: ...s injury Removing The Spare Tire 1 Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle Insert t...

Page 475: ...is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer Rotating The Lug...

Page 476: ...e winch mechanism is designed for use with the extension tubes only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on...

Page 477: ...jacked Jacking Instructions 1500 Series 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...

Page 478: ...cing the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the spare wheel jack and tools from...

Page 479: ...d tools aligned with raising the vehicle 4x2 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the lower control arm Jack Extensions Placement 1500 4X2 Fro...

Page 480: ...ear portion of the lower control arm as shown below 4x4 Series Trucks Front Jacking Location There is a jack location indicator on the rear portion of the lower control arm 4X2 Front Jacking Location...

Page 481: ...jack and connect the extension tubes Place the jack under the axle between the wheel and the shock bracket with the extension with jack hook extending to the rear Connect the extension tubes and lug w...

Page 482: ...n doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by an authorized dealer or service station WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could enda...

Page 483: ...so that the valve stem is facing the ground and toward the rear of the vehicle for conve nience in checking the spare tire inflation Slide the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel 2 Lift the...

Page 484: ...nto place against the underside of the vehicle Continue to rotate until you feel the winch mechanism slip or click three or four times It cannot be overtight ened Push against the tire several times t...

Page 485: ...by turning the jack turn screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug 2 Position the jack and tool bag Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn screw 3 Secure the tool bag strap...

Page 486: ...n 5 Turn the wing bolt clockwise to secure to the floor pan Reinstall the plastic cover WARNING After using the jack and tools always reinstall them in the original carrier and location While driving...

Page 487: ...vehicle is on a jack The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level...

Page 488: ...lt and then slide the assembly out from under the seat Remove the jack and tools from the bracket assembly Turn the jack turn screw counterclockwise to release jack from bracket assembly Wing Bolt Jac...

Page 489: ...4 is Continued CAUTION Continued positioned correctly over the winch mechanism ad justing nut Damage to the lug wrench extensions and winch mechanism may occur from improper tool assembly Assembled Fo...

Page 490: ...ove around with force resulting in serious injury Removing The Spare Tire 1 Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved an...

Page 491: ...is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer Rotating The Lug...

Page 492: ...e winch mechanism is designed for use with the extension tubes only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on...

Page 493: ...ked Jacking Instructions 2500 And 3500 Series 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...

Page 494: ...hicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the spare wheel jack and tools from storage 2 Using the lug wrench loosen but do not remo...

Page 495: ...ped with hub caps wheel covers they must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground Refer to Hub Caps Wheel Covers If Equipped in this section Lug Wrench Adapter Lug Wrench Adapter And Wrenc...

Page 496: ...k driver to the jack and connect the jack driver to the extension tubes Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front Connect the extension...

Page 497: ...jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required NOTE If the bottle jack will not lower by turning the dial thumbwheel by hand it may be necessary to use the jack...

Page 498: ...he lug nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the vehicle has been lowered 6 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the lug wrench whil...

Page 499: ...to use the jack driver in order to lower the jack 9 Adjust the tire pressure when possible NOTE Do not oil wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated lug nuts To Stow The Flat...

Page 500: ...Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle Insert the extensions through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and i...

Page 501: ...is designed for use with the jack extension tube only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch Reinstalling The Jack And Tools 2500 And 3500 Series 1 Tight...

Page 502: ...e the jack and tool bracket assembly in the storage position holding the jack by the jack turn screw slip the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the flo...

Page 503: ...sert the blade end into the pull off notch and carefully pull the hub cap off with a back and forth motion On 3500 models with dual rear wheels DRW you must first remove the hub caps The jack handle d...

Page 504: ...es and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully WARNING Do n...

Page 505: ...te hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Apply the parking brake shift the automatic transmis sion into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2...

Page 506: ...to the negative post of the booster battery 4 Connect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable to a good engine ground exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle s engine away from the battery...

Page 507: ...ven when not Continued CAUTION Continued in use i e cellular devices etc Eventually if plugged in long enough without engine operation the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade batt...

Page 508: ...d off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on HOT H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call for service GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE 6 SP...

Page 509: ...e access cover located to the right of the gear selector 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and push and hold the overr...

Page 510: ...s injury or death for those in or around the vehicle In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of PARK such as a dead battery a Manual Park Release is avai...

Page 511: ...lear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE with automatic transmission or SECOND GEAR and REVERSE with manual transmission while gently pressing the acce...

Page 512: ...e engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h while in gear no transmis sion shifti...

Page 513: ...equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose following equipment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is man dato...

Page 514: ...or 30 miles 48 km for 8 speed transmission If the transmission is not operable or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph 48 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 km for 6 speed transmission or 30 mil...

Page 515: ...this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission and or transfer case damage Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emerge...

Page 516: ...n EVENT DATA RECORDER EDR This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed und...

Page 517: ...526 DEALER SERVICE 527 Engine Oil Gas Engine 528 Engine Oil Filter 530 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 531 Air Conditioner Maintenance 533 Front Driveshaft Lubrication 2500 3500 Four Wheel Drive Models Only...

Page 518: ...80 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 583 Treadwear 583 Traction Grades 583 Temperature Grades 583 STORING THE VEHICLE 584 BODYWORK 584 Protection From Atmospheric Agents 584 Bod...

Page 519: ...the next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than you...

Page 520: ...automatic transmission six speed only and fill as needed Check function of all interior and exterior lights Maintenance Plan Required Maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Plan on the following pages f...

Page 521: ...s X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X X X X 1500 Models Inspect the front and rear axle sur faces If gear oil leakage is sus pected check the fluid level I...

Page 522: ...e linings replace as necessary X X X X X X X Adjust parking brake as necessary X X X X X X X Inspect transfer case fluid X X X Additional Maintenance Replace cabin air filter X X X X X X X Replace eng...

Page 523: ...ct the transfer case fluid change for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X X Change the transfer case fluid X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X The spark plug...

Page 524: ...mance This could cause an accident Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle Change engine oil at 4 000 miles 6 500 km or 350 hours of engine run time if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environmen...

Page 525: ...Air Cleaner Filter 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Battery 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 Power Distribution Center Fuses 8 Coolant Pressure Cap 9 Engine Coolant Reservoi...

Page 526: ...sion Dipstick 6 Speed Trans Only 8 Power Distribution Center Fuses 3 Engine Oil Fill 9 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2500 3500 Models Only 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Brake Fluid...

Page 527: ...6 Battery 2 Transmission Dipstick 7 Power Distribution Center Fuses 3 Engine Oil Fill 8 Washer Solvent 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Air Cleaner Fi...

Page 528: ...nt only not radiator anti freeze When refilling the washer fluid reservoir take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades clean This will help blade performance To p...

Page 529: ...cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the Continued CAUTION Continued negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and are identified on the bat...

Page 530: ...of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet customers 2500 3500 Models Only NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km twelve months or 3...

Page 531: ...ngine oil viscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart ment in Servicing And Maintenance for further infor mation NOTE Mopar SAE 5W 30 engine oi...

Page 532: ...ne Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impai...

Page 533: ...ir cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only h...

Page 534: ...aner filter 3 Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly 6 4L Air Cleaner Filter Cover 1 Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 Spring Clips Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air Cleaner Cover 2...

Page 535: ...at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants...

Page 536: ...compressor oil and refrigerants Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 1234yf R 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo roolefin HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency a...

Page 537: ...ether and tether clip by sliding the clip toward the face of the glove compart ment door Lift the clip out of glove compartment door and release into dash panel 3 There are glove compartment travel st...

Page 538: ...st the travel stop and pulling it toward you 5 Remove the filter cover by pushing in on the finger tabs on each end of the filter cover Glove Compartment 1 Glove Compartment Travel Stops 2 Glove Compa...

Page 539: ...6 Remove the cabin air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing Finger Tabs Finger Tab 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 537...

Page 540: ...ith an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often 8 Reinstall the glove compartment on the hinges 9...

Page 541: ...ve compartment and sliding the clip away from the face of the glove compartment door Front Driveshaft Lubrication 2500 3500 Four Wheel Drive Models Only Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting a...

Page 542: ...fan blades You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perf...

Page 543: ...having your vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate decklid...

Page 544: ...ife expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on geographical area and frequency of use Poor perfor mance of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these cond...

Page 545: ...locking tab 3 Tilt the lower end of the wiper blade away from the arm and use one finger push the release tab toward the wiper arm Windshield Wiper Arm 1 Wiper 2 Locking Tab 3 Wiper Arm Wiper Locking...

Page 546: ...se of the wiper arm and away from the J hook in the end of the wiper arm 6 Gently lower the wiper arm onto the glass Installing The Front Wipers 1 Lift the wiper arm off of the glass until the wiper a...

Page 547: ...aust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition have the exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases...

Page 548: ...and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage Do not interrupt the ignition...

Page 549: ...ible sediment have an authorized dealer clean and flush with OAT coolant antifreeze conforming to MS 90032 Refer to the Maintenance Plan in this section for the proper maintenance intervals Selection...

Page 550: ...le 240 000 km Formula OAT Organic Addi tive Technology that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 90032 Mix a minimum solution of 50 OAT engine coolant that meets the requirements of FCA...

Page 551: ...ld up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci fied for your vehi...

Page 552: ...cking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing engine coolant antifreeze Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bo...

Page 553: ...ng hot engine coolant anti freeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon di...

Page 554: ...The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic reser voir On the outboard side of the reservoir there is a MAX mark and a MIN mark The fluid level must be kept within these two marks Do not add f...

Page 555: ...only the manufacturer s specified transmission fluid Refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specifications It is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using the recomm...

Page 556: ...sion damage Continued CAUTION Continued may occur Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately Fluid Level Check Six Speed Transmission It is best to check the flui...

Page 557: ...bring it to the proper level Do not overfill Use ONLY the specified fluid see Fluids And Lubricants for fluid specifications After adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube wait a minimum...

Page 558: ...th water etc or if the transmission is disassembled for any reason Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level For normal service periodic fluid level checks are not required When the vehicle is...

Page 559: ...d Slip Differential 2500 3500 Model axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive friction modifiers NOTE When refilling an axle with a Limited Slip Differ ential which requires a Limited Slip Ad...

Page 560: ...ing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle may result TIRES Tire Safety Information Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following information Tire Markings Tire Identification Numbe...

Page 561: ...t Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall prece...

Page 562: ...ards or LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards or T or S Temporary spare tire or 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 235 145 Section width in millimeters mm 65 85 80 Aspect ratio in percen...

Page 563: ...ire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL t...

Page 564: ...es that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Cod...

Page 565: ...asured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The max...

Page 566: ...Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Check the inflation pressure of each tire including the spare tire if equipped at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehi...

Page 567: ...Information placard in Vehicle Loading in the Starting And Operat ing section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles...

Page 568: ...tep 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capac...

Page 569: ...tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the rec ommended load capacity for your vehicle Never over load them 8 SE...

Page 570: ...rinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of you...

Page 571: ...mage CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Infl...

Page 572: ...mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph...

Page 573: ...while a tire is in the run flat mode See the tire pressure monitoring section for more informa tion Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above...

Page 574: ...luding but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr...

Page 575: ...ation relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s han...

Page 576: ...in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Summer Or Three Season Tires If Equipped Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi tions an...

Page 577: ...tates prohibit stud ded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tire types Spare Tires If Equipped NOTE For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire plea...

Page 578: ...indicators the temporary use spare tire Continued WARNING Continued needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure a...

Page 579: ...Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only This tire is identified by a label located on the limited use spare wheel This label contains the driving limitations f...

Page 580: ...Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Only car wash soap Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive brake dust...

Page 581: ...se of traction devices require sufficient tire to body clear ance Follow these recommendations to guard against damage Traction device must be of proper size for the tire as recommended by the tractio...

Page 582: ...nued CAUTION Continued Observe the traction device manufacturer s instruc tions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the suggested operating speed of the dev...

Page 583: ...nal tires that must not be reversed Directional Tires If Equipped For the R T package with 22 tires and wheels the rotational direction of the tire must be taken into consid eration when rotating the...

Page 584: ...nition status is changed from Off to On and speeds of greater than 5 mph 8km h are obtained and remain over 5 mph 8km h for at about a 15 minute period You may need to drive for 20 minutes to account...

Page 585: ...wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantl...

Page 586: ...ive cable from battery Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air condi tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and...

Page 587: ...rt wash with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Tri Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Care For...

Page 588: ...sible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and...

Page 589: ...of time If a spill occurs on your Spray On Bedliner rinse the truck out as soon as possible to avoid permanent damage Repairing The Spray On Bedliner While extremely tough it is possible to damage a S...

Page 590: ...the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Dry with a soft cloth Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the...

Page 591: ...ft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mo...

Page 592: ...leaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio antennas Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may scratch the el...

Page 593: ...Engine 597 Reformulated Gasoline 597 Materials Added To Fuel 597 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 598 Do Not Use E 85 In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 598 CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications 599 MMT In Gasoline 5...

Page 594: ...Maintenance 602 FLUID CAPACITIES 603 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 604 Engine 604 Chassis 607 592 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 595: ...ther the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal braking capability the remaining system will still function with some loss of overall braking effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal...

Page 596: ...Nut Bolt Torque Lug Nut Bolt Type Lug Nut Bolt Size Lug Nut Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft Lbs 176 N m Cone M14 x 1 50 22 mm 140 Ft Lbs 190 N m Flanged Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts b...

Page 597: ...bolt do not insert it half way After 25 miles 40 km check the lug nut bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts bolts are properly seated against the wheel WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the...

Page 598: ...her brand of gasoline before consider ing service for the vehicle 5 7L Engine Do not use E 85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than 15 in this engine This engine is designed to meet all emis sions...

Page 599: ...esitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consider ing service for the vehicle Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning...

Page 600: ...se the Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate Please observe pump labels as they should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 15 ethanol E 15 Problems that result from using gasoline...

Page 601: ...p therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelin...

Page 602: ...the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal condi tions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open FLEXIBLE FUEL 3 6L ENGINE ONLY E 85...

Page 603: ...5 fuel hard starting and rough idle following start up may be experienced even if the above recommendations are followed especially when the ambient temperature is below 32 F 0 C Some additives used i...

Page 604: ...n 32 F 0 C Cruising Range Because E 85 fuel contains less energy per gallon liter than gasoline an increase in fuel consumption will be experi enced The miles per gallon mpg kilometers per liter and t...

Page 605: ...SAE 5W 20 API Certified 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters 6 4L Engines We recommend you use SAE 0W 40 engine oil meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 12633 for use in all operating temperatures 7 Qu...

Page 606: ...FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Tech nology Engin...

Page 607: ...oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute API categories of SN The manufac turer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra 0W 40 or equivalent Mopar engine oil meeting the requirements of FCA Materi...

Page 608: ...into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Conti...

Page 609: ...ent Use only ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Failure to use ATF 4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission We recommend Mopar ATF 4 fluid Transfer Case We recommend you use...

Page 610: ...Limited slip additive is not required for Limited Slip Rear Axles Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Power Steering R...

Page 611: ...nal Settings 633 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED 653 Radio Operation 653 CD Player If Equipped 653 IPOD USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 654 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 654 Regulatory And S...

Page 612: ...AV 668 Mobile App 4C NAV 668 SiriusXM Travel Link 4C NAV 669 Apple CarPlay If Equipped 669 Android Auto If Equipped 671 General Information 672 Additional Information 672 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 673 6...

Page 613: ...ur vehicle PERSONALIZED MENU BAR The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar are easily changed for your convenience Simply follow these steps 1 Press the Apps button to open the App scree...

Page 614: ...k of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems may still exist even if the most recent version of vehicle software s...

Page 615: ...ured Third parties may unlawfully intercept infor mation and private communications without your consent For further information refer to Data Collection Pri vacy in Uconnect SiriusXM Guardian in your...

Page 616: ...The Faceplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate Uconnect 4C 4C NAV Buttons On The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscree...

Page 617: ...category may be selected at a time When making a selection press the button on the touch screen to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting until the but...

Page 618: ...guage English Fran ais Espa ol Touchscreen Beep On Off Fuel Saver Display On Off NOTE The Fuel Saver Display feature will allow you to enable fuel saver mode and will be displayed in the instrument cl...

Page 619: ...mmand List Always With Help Never Clock Date After pressing the Clock Date button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Set Time 12 hour 24 hour...

Page 620: ...rovide an alert audible and or visual to indicate the prox imity to other objects Front ParkSense Chime Volume Low Med High Rear ParkSense Chime Volume If Equipped Low Med High Tilt Mirrors In Reverse...

Page 621: ...ehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with camera delay turned OFF the rear camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with camera del...

Page 622: ...he following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay 0 30 60 90 Headlight Illumina tion On Approach 0 30 60 90 NOTE When the Headlight Illumination On Approach f...

Page 623: ...pressing the Doors Locks button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks On Off NOTE When the Auto Door Locks feature is selected a...

Page 624: ...Horn With Remote Start On Off NOTE When the Sound Horn With Remote Start feature is selected the horn will sound when the remote start is acti vated Memory Linked To Fob If Equipped On Off NOTE The M...

Page 625: ...elected with or without the Sound Horn With Lock feature selected Auto Comfort Systems If Equipped After pressing the Auto On Comfort button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available...

Page 626: ...dlight Off Delay 0 sec 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec Engine Off Power Delay 0 sec 45 sec 5 min 10 min Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Entry Exit If Equipped On Off Suspension If Equipped After pressing th...

Page 627: ...e 1500 Model Only On Off NOTE When the Automatic Aero Mode feature is selected the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on the vehicle speed Tire Jack Mode On Off NOTE When this featur...

Page 628: ...further information Trailer Brake After pressing the Trailer Brake button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Trailer Select Trailer 1 Trailer...

Page 629: ...may adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Speed Adjusted Volume Off 1 2 3 NOTE The Speed Adjusted Volume feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed Surround Sound If Equipped On...

Page 630: ...fference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To compensate for the differ ences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven per the zone map Once properly set the compa...

Page 631: ...liminates the need to manually reset the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic until it is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by pressing the ON button on the touch...

Page 632: ...rther information refer to the Uconnect Owner s Manual Supplement SiriusXM Setup If Equipped After pressing the SiriusXM Setup button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setti...

Page 633: ...IUS ID numbers for your receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription Restore Settings Af...

Page 634: ...you sure you want to clear all personal data select Yes to Clear or Can cel to exit System Information After pressing the System Information button on the touchscreen the following settings will be a...

Page 635: ...touch screen to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Once the s...

Page 636: ...rightness Day control even though the headlights are on Display Brightness With Headlights ON NOTE To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights ON setting the headlights must be on and th...

Page 637: ...spa ol Touchscreen Beep Navigation Turn By Turn In Cluster If Equipped Controls Screen Time Out If Equipped Fuel Saver Display If Equipped Units If Equipped After pressing Units on the touchscreen the...

Page 638: ...h Help Never Clock After pressing the Clock button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Sync Time With GPS If Equipped Set Time Hours Set Time Mi...

Page 639: ...in RE VERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph 11 km h Front ParkSense Chime Volume Low Med High Rear ParkSense Chime Volume Low Med High Tilt Side Mirrors In Re verse If Equipped NOTE When the...

Page 640: ...ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines On Off NOTE Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see Ac tive Dynamic Guidelines which deflec...

Page 641: ...ransport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode Protection Mode NOTE There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist in changing a spare...

Page 642: ...Ap proach NOTE When the Headlight Illumination On Approach feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the key fob Headlig...

Page 643: ...e exterior lamps will flash when the doors are locked or un locked with the key fob This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected Doors Locks After pressing the...

Page 644: ...cked or unlocked with the key fob This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn With Lock fea ture selected Sound Horn With Lock Off 1st Press 2nd Press Sound Horn With Remote Start 1st...

Page 645: ...r Door is selected once the driver s door is opened the interior door lock unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors or use key fob Passive Entry If Equipped NOTE The Passive Entry feature allows...

Page 646: ...ehicle Start feature is selected the driv er s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40 F 4 4 C When temperatures are above 80 F 26 7 C the drive...

Page 647: ...cancel this feature Headlight Off Delay NOTE When the Headlight Off Delay feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle...

Page 648: ...nsion Display Messages All Warning Automatic Aero Mode 1500 Model Only NOTE When the Automatic Aero Mode feature is selected the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on the vehicle spe...

Page 649: ...to your authorized dealer for further information Trailer Brake After pressing the Trailer Brake button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Tr...

Page 650: ...tings Press and drag the speaker icon or use the arrows to adjust tap the C icon to readjust to the center Equalizer NOTE When in the Equalizer display you may adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings...

Page 651: ...le Options Do Not Disturb List of Settings NOTE Press Do Not Disturb to access the available settings The following settings are Auto Reply both text call Auto Reply Message custom default and Custom...

Page 652: ...mplete song This feature occurs the first time the preset is selected during that current song Tune Start works in the background so you will not even realize it s on except that you will miss the exp...

Page 653: ...on on the touchscreen to access the Subscription Information screen 2 Write down the Sirius ID numbers for your receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit...

Page 654: ...d it will remove all personal data including Bluetooth devices and presets System Information After pressing the System Information button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available S...

Page 655: ...l is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pushing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next listenabl...

Page 656: ...ouch and iPhone devices Some iPod software versions may not fully sup port the iPod control features Please visit Apple s website for software updates For further information refer to the Uconnect Own...

Page 657: ...eless radio is safe for use by consumers The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wire less devices such as mobile phones However the use of wireless radios m...

Page 658: ...antee that interfer ence will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment...

Page 659: ...our Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel 1 Visit UconnectPhone com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instruc tions Uconnect 3...

Page 660: ...ust first push either the VR or Phone button wait until after the beep then say your Voice Command 5 You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and saying a...

Page 661: ...button After the beep say Cancel to stop a current voice session Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands Repeat to listen to the system prompts again Notice the visual cues that inform you of...

Page 662: ...ellite Radio trial required Push the VR button After the beep say Tune to ninety five point five FM Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 TIP At any time if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn...

Page 663: ...ons via USB Bluetooth and auxil iary ports If Equipped Voice operation is only available for connected USB and AUX devices Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles Uconnect 3 Uconne...

Page 664: ...tooth Change source to AUX Change source to USB Play artist Beethoven Play album Greatest Hits Play song Moonlight Sonata Play genre Classical TIP Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all...

Page 665: ...ne calls is easy with Uconnect When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen your system is ready Check UconnectPhone com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions Uconnec...

Page 666: ...pts Redial call previous outgoing phone number Call back call previous incoming phone number TIP When providing a Voice Command push the Phone button and say Call then pronounce the name exactly as it...

Page 667: ...s free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead If vehicle is equipped with climate control Push the VR button After the beep say one of the following commands Set driver temperature...

Page 668: ...vigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you do not know exactly how to get to where you want to go Navigation is optional on the Uconnect 4C system 1 To enter a destinatio...

Page 669: ...usXM Guardian services in the next section of this guide To register with SiriusXM Guardian press the Apps button on the 8 4 inch touchscreen to get started NOTE SiriusXM Guardian is available only on...

Page 670: ...ivate ser vices in your vehicle or select Enter Email to activate on the web For further information U S residents visit siriusxm com guardian Canadian residents visit siriusxm com guardian ca Mobile...

Page 671: ...Travel Link is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect 4C NAV system Push the VR button After the beep say one of the following commands Show fuel prices Show 5...

Page 672: ...ress and hold the Home button within Apple CarPlay to activate Siri which recognizes natural voice commands to use a list of your iPhone s features Phone Music Messages Maps Additional Apps Refer to y...

Page 673: ...ne of the media USB ports using the factory provided USB cable and press the new Android Auto icon that replaces your Phone icon on the main menu bar to begin Android Auto Push and hold the VR button...

Page 674: ...the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Additional Information 2017 FCA US LLC All rights reserved Mopar and Uconnect are registered trademarks a...

Page 675: ...4 Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner cleaners or anti static sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where tempe...

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Page 677: ...ANCE 676 FCA US LLC Customer Center 677 FCA Canada Inc Customer Center 677 In Mexico Contact 677 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Islands 677 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 6...

Page 678: ...If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satis...

Page 679: ...800 387 9983 French In Mexico Contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico City 5081 7568 Outside Mexico City 1 800 505 1300 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Isl...

Page 680: ...rer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufac turer s service contract If you pur...

Page 681: ...campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer or FCA US LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 42...

Page 682: ...tudents and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and fea tures They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooti...

Page 683: ...INDEX 12...

Page 684: ...ng 86 Air Conditioning Filter 105 534 Air Conditioning Operating Tips 104 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 533 534 Air Conditioning System 104 533 Air Filter 531 Air Pressure Tires 569 Air Suspension 344...

Page 685: ...d 552 607 Brake System 552 593 Fluid Check 552 Master Cylinder 552 Parking 295 Warning Light 190 Brake Transmission Interlock 299 Bulb Replacement 452 Bulbs Light 281 452 Cab Top Clearance Lights 458...

Page 686: ...ract Service 678 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 549 Cooling System 546 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 548 Coolant Capacity 603 Coolant Level 546 549 551 Disposal Of Used Coolant 549 Drain Flush And Refi...

Page 687: ...S 305 312 321 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 395 Electronic Stability Control ESC 209 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 191 Emergency Brake 295 Emergency In Case Of Freeing Vehicle Wh...

Page 688: ...ire Stowage 480 497 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 602 Engine Oil 601 Fuel Requirements 600 601 Maintenance 602 Replacement Parts 602 Starting 602 Flooded Engine Starting 293 Fluid Brake 607 Fl...

Page 689: ...cle Weight Rating 416 Guide Body Builders 7 GVWR 414 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 442 Hazard Warning Flasher 447 Headlights 454 Automatic 76 Cleaning 585 High Beam 7...

Page 690: ...ey Fob Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Key Fob Programming Remote Keyless Entry 27 Key In Reminder 30 Keyless Enter N Go 39 289 Lock The Vehicle s Doors 621 641 Passive Entry 39 Passive Entry...

Page 691: ...ntrol 212 Transfer Case 327 Turn Signal 78 198 281 454 456 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 191 198 Limited Slip Differential 375 557 Loading Vehicle 414 Tires 564 Load Shed Battery Saver Mode 1...

Page 692: ...ment 362 443 Oil Engine 528 604 Capacity 603 Change Interval 528 Dipstick 526 Disposal 530 Filter 530 604 Filter Disposal 530 Identification Logo 529 Materials Added To 530 Pressure Warning Light 191...

Page 693: ...t Belts 234 Pretensioners Seat Belts 234 Programmable Electronic Features 182 Radial Ply Tires 570 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 547 549 Radio Frequency General Information 27 33 35 42 Radio Opera...

Page 694: ...78 Schedule Maintenance 517 Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 229 Automatic Locking Retractor ALR 235 Energy Management Feature 234 Lap Shoulder Belt Operation 227 Lap Shoulder Belt U...

Page 695: ...ase Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral N 438 Transfer Case Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral N 440 Shift Lever Override 506 Signals Turn 78 198 281 Snow Chains Tire Chains 579 Snow Plow 433 Snow...

Page 696: ...ing Information Placard 564 Tire Markings 558 Tires 281 568 575 583 Aging Life Of Tires 572 Air Pressure 568 Chains 579 Changing 468 Compact Spare 575 Dual 582 594 General Information 568 575 High Spe...

Page 697: ...ue Weight 423 Wiring 430 Trailer Towing Guide 423 Trailer Weight 423 Transfer Case 557 Electronically Shifted 327 332 336 339 Fluid 607 Transmission 299 Automatic 299 306 315 553 Fluid 607 Maintenance...

Page 698: ...luster Description 194 Warnings And Cautions 7 Warranty Information 679 Washers Windshield 84 526 Washing Vehicle 585 Water Driving Through 442 Wheel And Wheel Trim 578 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care 578 W...

Page 699: ...interfer ence between the communications equipment and the vehicle s electronic systems VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be de...

Page 700: ...e U S A 2017 FCA US LLC All Rights Reserved Ram is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC 18DS 126 AB O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 8 1 5 0 0 2 5 0 0 3 5 0 0 R A M T R U C K STICK WITH THE SPECIALISTS R...

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