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Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case

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Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case

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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (1500 MODELS) —

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Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344

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Air Suspension Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .347

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Instrument Cluster Display Messages. . . . . . . . .348

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Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348

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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

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Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350

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Air Suspension Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .353

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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (2500/3500 MODELS) —

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Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356

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AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER WAGON

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STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER

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SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER WAGON

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Off-Road Driving Tips And Vehicle

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Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand. . . . . . . . . . . .364

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Hill Climbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368

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Driving Through Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370

284 STARTING AND OPERATING

Содержание 1500 2018

Страница 1: ...he 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 RAM TRUCK 1500 2500 3500 2018 ...

Страница 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 deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc used in substitution therefore DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be seriously impaired wit...

Страница 3: ...ING 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 591 10 MULTIMEDIA 609 11 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 675 12 INDEX 681 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...

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

Страница 6: ...sion 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 maintenance of your vehicle It is supplemented by Warranty Information and customer oriented documents In the attached Warranty Booklet you will find a description of the services that FCA offers to i...

Страница 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 Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered certain descriptions and illustra ti...

Страница 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 ...

Страница 9: ...monitors 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 conversion camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle If these instructions are miss ing please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in obtaining replacement documents from t...

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

Страница 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 ...

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

Страница 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 ...

Страница 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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Страница 17: ...Mode 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 䡵 SENTRY KEY 33 Customer Key Programming 34 Replacement Keys 34 General Information 35 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM 35 To Arm The System 35 To Disarm The System 36 Rearming Of The System 37 Security System Manual Override...

Страница 18: ...stment 58 Rear Head Restraint Adjustment 59 Front Head Restraint Removal 60 Rear Head Restraint Removal 60 䡵 STEERING WHEEL 61 Tilt Steering Column 61 Heated Steering Wheel If Equipped 61 䡵 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED 62 䡵 MIRRORS 64 Inside Day Night Mirror If Equipped 64 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 64 Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display If Equipped 65 Outside ...

Страница 19: ...dlights 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 䡵 INTERIOR LIGHTS 80 Courtesy Lights 80 Illuminated Approach 83 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS 83 Windshield Wipers 83 Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped 85 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 86 Manual Climate Controls Withou...

Страница 20: ... Hood 112 To Close The Hood 113 䡵 TAILGATE 113 Opening 113 Closing 113 䡵 GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED 114 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink 115 Programming A Rolling Code 115 Programming A Non Rolling Code 117 Canadian Gate Operator Programming 118 Using HomeLink 119 Security 120 Troubleshooting Tips 120 General Information 121 䡵 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT 121 Storage 121 Cupholders 132 Electrical P...

Страница 21: ...er If Equipped 145 Bed Rail Tie Down System 151 䡵 SLIDE IN CAMPERS 152 Camper Applications 152 䡵 EASY OFF TAILGATE 153 Disconnecting The Rear Camera Or Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 153 Removing The Tailgate 154 Locking Tailgate 155 䡵 TRI FOLD TONNEAU COVER IF EQUIPPED 155 Tri Fold Tonneau Cover Removal 156 Tri Fold Tonneau Cover Installation 159 Tri Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning 165 3 GETTING TO...

Страница 22: ...allows 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 latch at the top of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand NOTE When using the emergency key to gain access to your vehicle be aware that the security alarm...

Страница 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 the door lock cylinder with either side up The Remote Keyless Entry system allows you to lock or unlock all doors tailgate and the RamBox if equipped as well as activate the Panic Alarm from distanc...

Страница 24: ...elease 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 lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will also turn on NOTE The instrument cluster display or Uconnect Set tings are setup for driver door first otherwise this...

Страница 25: ...e 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 Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off push the Panic button on the key fob When the Panic Alarm is activated the turn signals will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the i...

Страница 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 lowering push the key fob air suspension lowering button one time during the lowering process When vehicle lowering is canceled the horn will chirp two times and the turn signal lamps will flash four time...

Страница 27: ...ncy 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 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 ...

Страница 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 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 29: ...an 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 with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference r...

Страница 30: ...lets 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 further information For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles equipped with a to...

Страница 31: ...brake 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 ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior he...

Страница 32: ...the 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 side opposite of the emergency key of the key fob against the ENGINE START STOP button with your foot applied on the brake pedal and push to operate the ignition switch Key In Ignition Reminder Openi...

Страница 33: ...t 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 CO which is odorless and colorless Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep key fobs away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door l...

Страница 34: ...cles 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 and release the remote start button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle NOTE To avoid unintentional shutdowns the system will disable with a one time push of the remote ...

Страница 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 vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses a key fob an Ignition Node Module Keyless Push Button Ignition and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only key fobs that are...

Страница 36: ...ctronics 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 and operate the vehicle Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle CAUTION Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the v...

Страница 37: ...als 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 minutes only the headlights will turn on the park lamps and or turn signals and vehicle security light will flash To Arm The System Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm 1 Remove the key fr...

Страница 38: ...ve 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 but ton requires at least one valid key fob in the vehicle For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter N Go insert a valid key into the ignition switch and turn the key to the ON position The vehic...

Страница 39: ...not 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 doors may be opened with the inside door handle without lifting the lock knob Doors locked before closing will remain locked when closed The emergency key will unlock the driver door lock on your vehicl...

Страница 40: ...ehicle 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 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the Continued WARNING Continued ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ...

Страница 41: ...ssive 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 the unlock sensitivity can be affected resulting in a slower response time If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door is opened within 60 seconds the vehicle will re lock and if equippe...

Страница 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 Press Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry Key Fob In Vehicle To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle the Passive Entry system is e...

Страница 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 the doors using either Passive Entry door handle This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle without the vehicle reacting and unlocking The Passive Entry s...

Страница 44: ...hen 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 the customer Please see your authorized dealer for service Automatic Doors Unlock If Equipped This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when either front door is opened This will occur on...

Страница 45: ...al 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 position WARNING Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision Remember that the sliding doors cannot be opened from the inside door handle when the Child Protection Door Locks are engaged Chil...

Страница 46: ...ny 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 in a seat and using a seat belt properly Manual Front Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seat Forward Rearward Adjustment Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward The manual seat adjustment hand...

Страница 47: ...forward 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 seat back is in the upright position Dump Feature Manual Recline Seat Only Standard Cab Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seat back to swing dump forward on manual recliner seats This dump...

Страница 48: ...g 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 position release the handle WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could...

Страница 49: ...as 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 the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position is reached Reclining The Seatback The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or rearward Pu...

Страница 50: ...Vehicles 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 increase the lumbar support Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar support Power Passenger Seat Adjustment If Equipped Some models are equipped with a six way power passen ger seat The power se...

Страница 51: ...gh 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 entry key fob can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the unlock button is pushed NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with two key fobs one key fob can be linked to memory position 1 and ...

Страница 52: ...to 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 display Refer to Instru ment Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instru ment Panel for further information To program your key fobs perform the following 1 Cycle the vehicle s ignition to the OFF posit...

Страница 53: ...wo 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 push the unlock button on the key fob linked to memory position 2 A recall can be cancelled by pushing any of the memory buttons during a recall S 1 or 2 When a recall is cancelled the driver s seat an...

Страница 54: ...t 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 Easy Entry Exit feature is enabled or later disabled through the program mable features in the Uconnect system Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for further information Heated Seats If Equipped...

Страница 55: ...continuous 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 running for the heated seats to operate Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the driv er s seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start If your v...

Страница 56: ...mately 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 45 minutes Ventilated Seats If Equipped Located in the seat cushion are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and move air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help k...

Страница 57: ...rma 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 Panel for further information Manual Folding Rear Seats Mega Cab Models Folding Rear Seat Table Mode Both the left and right rear seat backs can be folded down and used as a table To fold down either...

Страница 58: ...ar 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 likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and usin...

Страница 59: ...ght 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 normal and by simply opening the seats to the open position over time the seat cushion will return to its normal shape Folding Rear Seat Handle Rear Passenger Fold Flat Seats 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR V...

Страница 60: ...ted 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 restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle...

Страница 61: ...d 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 Quad Cab has only one adjustment position that is used to aid in the routing of a tether Refer to Occupant Restraints in Safety for further information Adjustment Buttons 1 Release Button 2 Adjustment B...

Страница 62: ...utside 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 or occupying a seat Rear Head Restraint Removal To remove the head restraint push the adjustment button and the release button while pulling upward on the whole assembly To reinstall the head restra...

Страница 63: ...is 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 only one temperature setting Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for an average of 80 minutes before automatically shutting off This time may vary based on the temperat...

Страница 64: ...hysical 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 anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS...

Страница 65: ...s 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 remote keyless entry key fob or the memory switch on the driver s door trim panel to return the adjustable pedals to pre programmed positions Re fer to Driver Memory Seat in Getting To Know Your Vehicle...

Страница 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 toward the windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped The mirror head can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rea...

Страница 67: ...omatic 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 installs on the windshield button with a coun terclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting The mirror head can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adju...

Страница 68: ...g 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 Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the p...

Страница 69: ...d 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 Buttons 2 Four Way Mirror Control Switch 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 ...

Страница 70: ...sition 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 mirrors will return to the normal driving position If the mirror is manually folded after electrically cycled a potential extra button push is required to get the mirrors back to the home position If...

Страница 71: ...ard 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 mirrors are designed to operate while the vehicle is stationary or traveling at moderate speeds If you attempt to power fold the mirrors at high speeds they may not fully open or close You should slo...

Страница 72: ...iler Towing Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra wide loads To change position inboard or outboard the mirror head should be rotated flipped in or out NOTE Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror and can be adj...

Страница 73: ...he 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 vehicle is shifted out of the REVERSE position Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse position NOTE The Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse feature is not turned on ...

Страница 74: ...over 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 Slide On Rod feature rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it Pull the sun visor along the Slide On Rod until the sun visor is in the desired posi tion Illuminated Vanity Mirror Slide On Rod Extender...

Страница 75: ...lean 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 followed by rinsing NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated ap proach lights under the outside mirrors they can be turned off through the instrument cluster display or the Uconnect radio For fu...

Страница 76: ...turned 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 the same side of the vehicle may turn off for the duration of the turn signal activation Once the turn signal is no longer active the DRL lamp will illuminate Multifunction Lever The multifunction leve...

Страница 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 remain on longer closer to the vehicle Also dirt film and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improperly If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp...

Страница 78: ...til 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 counterclockwise to the AUTO position When the system is on the headlight time delay feature is also on This means the headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition into th...

Страница 79: ...ystem 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 approximately up to 90 seconds This delay is initiated when the ignition is turned off while the headlight switch is on and then the headlight switch is cycled off Headlight delay can be canceled by either ...

Страница 80: ...en 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 side of the instrument cluster display will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rat...

Страница 81: ...e 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 pickup box A telltale will illuminate in the instrument cluster display when this lights are on Pushing the switch a second time will turn the lights off Cargo Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch ...

Страница 82: ...ight 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 lights are turned on when the front doors are opened when the dimmer control rotating wheel on the bottom of the switch is rotated to the far right detent position If your vehicle is equipped with Remo...

Страница 83: ...ights 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 will automatically turn off after 15 minutes Front Courtesy Reading Lights Rear Passenger Courtesy Reading Light 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 ...

Страница 84: ...de 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 because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle s battery Parade Mode When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer ...

Страница 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 position rotate vertical thumb wheel all the way to the top detent The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the Dome OFF position rotate vertical thumb wheel all the wa...

Страница 86: ...on 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 the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected I...

Страница 87: ...sensitivity 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 normal rain conditions Positions 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity Positions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver desires more sensitivity Place the wiper switch in the O off p...

Страница 88: ...e 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 other inhibit conditions mentioned previously exist CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system in this vehicle consist...

Страница 89: ...tside 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 window fog ging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup in...

Страница 90: ...ndow 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 compartment Ro tating the knob counterclockwise from top center into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures Rotating the knob clockwise into the red area indicates warmer temperatures Blower...

Страница 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 side window demister outlets NOTE Bi Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Floor Mode Air com...

Страница 92: ...e 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 solution wiping parallel to the heat ing elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the wi...

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

Страница 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 and window fog ging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup...

Страница 95: ...luminate 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 temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment Pressing the down arrow indicates cooler temperatures and pressing the up arrow indicates warmer temperatures Blower Control There are seven blo...

Страница 96: ...floor 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 outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets Mix Mode Mix M...

Страница 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 solution wiping parallel to the heat ing elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the win...

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

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

Страница 100: ...n 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 are present NOTE Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fog ging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the Recirculation mode in...

Страница 101: ...n 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 and side window defrosting and defogging When toggling the front defrost mode button the climate system will return to previous setting Rear Defrost Button Push and release the button on the touchscr...

Страница 102: ...rature 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 will only be displayed if the system is equipped with Automatic Temperature Control SYNC Button If Equipped Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on off The SYNC indica...

Страница 103: ...he 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 these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction Th...

Страница 104: ...d 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 when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating element...

Страница 105: ...gh 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 C the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A C operation to switch to the selected setting and MAX A C to exit Recirculat...

Страница 106: ...ngs 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 selecting the US Metric customer programmable fea ture Refer to the Uconnect Settings in Multimedia for further information To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic mode during cold start...

Страница 107: ...wer 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 inside in mild rainy and or humid weather To clear the windows select De frost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed Do not use the Recirculation mode without A C for long periods as fogging m...

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

Страница 109: ...ure 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 vehicle 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 mode ...

Страница 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 down Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpect edly during auto closure If this happe...

Страница 111: ...ols 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 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 minimized...

Страница 112: ...ious 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 make sure all passengers are also properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening In ...

Страница 113: ...r 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 minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof openi...

Страница 114: ...ass 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 will cancel this feature NOTE Ignition Off time is programmable through the Uconnect System Refer to Uconnect Settings in Multi media for further information HOOD To Open The Hood To open the hood two ...

Страница 115: ...n 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 firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage TAILGATE Opening To open the tailgate lift up on the handle and pull the tailgate down Closing To close the tailgat...

Страница 116: ...top 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 toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for safety information or assis tance Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run your vehicle in the garage wh...

Страница 117: ...he 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 channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink for the first time Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll fr...

Страница 118: ...ges 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 Cluster Display repeat from Step 2 5 At the garage door opener motor in the garage locate the LEARN or TRAINING button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage ...

Страница 119: ...n 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 Programming A Non Rolling Code For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm awa...

Страница 120: ...ian 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 to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the gara...

Страница 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 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 2 Push and hold the desir...

Страница 122: ...plug 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 carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run your vehicle in the garage while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Your motorized door or gate will open and close whi...

Страница 123: ...This 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 compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment INTERNAL EQUIPMENT Storage Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features bot...

Страница 124: ...tment 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 122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 125: ...ge 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 seats The storage compartment provides an armrest and contains both and upper and lower storage area Front Door Storage Rear Door Storage 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 123 ...

Страница 126: ...s 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 storage area contains a USB power outlet that can be used to power small electrical devices refer to Electrical Power Outlets for further information With the upper lid closed pull on the lower handle ...

Страница 127: ...onsole 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 sliding top door Lower Storage Bin Front Storage Bin With Door If Equipped 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 125 ...

Страница 128: ...ge 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 easily removed for cleaning Driver s Side Seatback Storage In Floor Storage Bin And Latch 126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 129: ...latch 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 Opened Storage Bin Storage Bin 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 127 ...

Страница 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 Unfolding The Load Floor Quad Cab 1 Lift the 60 40 seat cushion s to the upward position 2 Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position Unfolding The Load Fl...

Страница 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 Position 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 129 ...

Страница 132: ...e 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 access storage under the load floor Load Floor Legs In Opened Position Load Floor In Open Position 130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 133: ...f 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 provide additional storage under the rear seats Lift the seats to access the storage compartment Load Floor Securing Straps Quad Cab Load Floor Securing Straps Crew Cab 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 131...

Страница 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 are located on the backside of the center portion of the front seat 20 Fold down the center section of the front seat to gain access to the cupholders Crew Cab Storage Front Cupholders For Bucket Sea...

Страница 135: ...nvenience 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 and USB Port Charge Only have a cap attached to the outlet indicating 12V DC together with either a key symbol battery symbol or USB symbol Rear Armrest Cupholder Rear Cup Wells 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ...

Страница 136: ...mps 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 damage the outlet and blow the fuse Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locat...

Страница 137: ...er 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 VEHICLE 135 ...

Страница 138: ...urned 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 Bin USB Port Charge Only 2 F90 F91 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Rear Center Console 3 F93 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 136 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 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 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver If Equipped A removable cigar lighter and ash receiver are available For vehicles with a bench seat the cup holder tray can be used to hold the ash receiver Power Inverter ...

Страница 140: ...t 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 located in the lower switch bank of the instrument panel which can be used to power various electronic devices and PTO Power Take Off If Equipped If Power Take Off is equipped it will take the place of...

Страница 141: ...n 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 for utility and convenience NOTE If you are installing a Toolbox Ladder Rack or Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box you must use Mopar Box Reinforcement Brackets that are available from your a...

Страница 142: ...t 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 in front of and behind both wheel housings Place wooden boards across the box from side to side to create separate load compartments in the pickup box There are four tie down cleats bolted to the lowe...

Страница 143: ...cover 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 system on NOTE Once initiated by the Cargo Camera button the Cargo Camera image may be deactivated by pressing the X soft button On deactivation the previous selected screen will appear RAMBOX IF EQU...

Страница 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 allow hand access Lift the lid to fully open NOTE RamBox will not open when the pushbutton is pushed if the RamBox is locked RamBox Cargo Storage Bins RamBox Pushbutton And Lock 142 GETTING TO KNOW YOU...

Страница 145: ...the 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 plug downward into drain hole NOTE Provisions are provided in the bins for cargo dividers and shelf supports These accessories in addition to other RamBox accessories are available from Mopar Locking A...

Страница 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 personal injury or damage to your vehicle WARNING Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins Once in the storage bin y...

Страница 147: ...n 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 Storage Position Divider Position Extender Position Storage Position The storage position for the bed extender is at the front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed cargo area when not in use Sto...

Страница 148: ...s 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 panel Center Handle And Lock 1 Center Handle Lock 2 Handle Storage Position 146 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 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 the bed There are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for various positions to assist in managing your cargo Cargo Tie Down Loop Side Gates Closed 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 1...

Страница 150: ...h 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 intended slots of the bed 4 Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position Center Handle And Lock 1 Center Handle Lock 2 Handle Aligning Gate To Slots 148 GETTING T...

Страница 151: ...ditional 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 position perform the following 1 Lower the tailgate 2 Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the center handle vertically in order to release the extender side gates Side Gates Closed Exten...

Страница 152: ...nto 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 Extender should not be used as cargo tie down Continued Extender Installation Locking Tab 150 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 153: ...h 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 Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents along either rail in order to keep cargo properly secure To move the cleat to any position on the rail turn the nut counterclockwi...

Страница 154: ...ers 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 this important document NOTE When a cap or pickup camper is installed on a vehicle an alternate Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL must be provided Adjustable Cleat Assembly 1 Utility Rail Detent 2...

Страница 155: ...ectrical 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 Entry connector bracket located on the rear sill 2 Remove the connector bracket from the sill by pushing inward in the locking tab Connector Bracket 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 153 ...

Страница 156: ...t 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 Removing The Tailgate 1 Disconnect the wiring harness for the rear camera and or power locks if equipped refer to Disconnecting The Rear Camera If Equipped in this section 2 Unlatch the tailgate and remov...

Страница 157: ...with 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 using the vehicle key or by locking the truck with the key fob if equipped with remote keyless entry TRI FOLD TONNEAU COVER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tri Fold Tonneau Cover which ...

Страница 158: ...s 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 clamped position 3 Pull down on the clamp wire and push the clamp up into the proper released position Clamped Position NOTE If clamp wire is damaged replace immediately Semi Clamped Position 156 GET...

Страница 159: ...mp 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 back onto the third panel Proper Released Position Second Panel Position 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 157 ...

Страница 160: ...the 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 Clamped Position 158 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 161: ...om 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 against the front of the truck bed The Tonneau Cover centers itself when placed on the vehicle Proper Released Position Stowage Strap 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 159 ...

Страница 162: ...andles 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 Position 160 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 163: ...amped 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 Position 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 161 ...

Страница 164: ...rmediate 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 Position 162 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 165: ...ndles 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 Position 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 163 ...

Страница 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 TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 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 Cleaning For proper cleaning of the Tonneau Cover use Mopar Whitewall Vinyl Top Cleaner and Mopar Leather Vinyl Conditioner Protectant Locking Hole 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 165 ...

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Страница 169: ...5 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 䡵 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES 189 Red Warning Lights 189 Yellow Warning Lights 192 Yellow Indicator Lights 196 Green Indicator Lights 198 White Indicator Lights 199 Blue Indicator Lights 199 䡵 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II 200 Onboard Dia...

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

Страница 171: ...orily 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 normal operating range WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehi...

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

Страница 173: ...ate 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 an authorized dealer 4 Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed 5 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON RUN position The fuel pump symbol points t...

Страница 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 driver With the ignition in the STOP OFF mode opening closing of a door will activate the display for viewing and display the total miles or kilometers in the odometer Your instrument cluster display ...

Страница 175: ...lay 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 Instrument Cluster Display Premium Instrument Cluster Display 4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 ...

Страница 176: ...sh 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 information screens or sub menu screens of a main menu item Push and hold the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed selected features that can be reset Left Arrow Button Push and rele...

Страница 177: ...Uconnect 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 Telltales 5 Amber Telltales 6 Red Telltales 7 Audio Phone Information And Submenu Information Base Instrument Cluster Display Premium Instrument Cluster Display 4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175...

Страница 178: ...e 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 that consist of approximately 60 possible warn ing or information messages These pop up messages fall into several categories Five Second Stored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this ty...

Страница 179: ...hange 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 controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and place the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start...

Страница 180: ...you 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 Service Airbag System Traction Control Off Washer Fluid Low Oil Pressure Low Oil Change Due Fuel Low Service Antilock Brake System Service Electronic Throttle Control Service Power Steering Cruise Off ...

Страница 181: ...rt 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 Front Seatbelts Unbuckled Door Open Doors Open Gear Not Available Shift Not Allowed Shift To Neutral Then Drive Or Reverse Autostick Unavailable Service Required Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Ser...

Страница 182: ...hicle 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 Height The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right yellow telltales in the middle and red telltales on the left Display Menu Items Push and release the u...

Страница 183: ...conomy 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 release the right arrow button to enter the submenus of Trip A and Trip B The Trip A or Trip B information will display the following Distance Average Fuel Economy Elapsed Time Push and hold right arrow ...

Страница 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 cluster as well as the location that information is displayed Settings Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK Push and release the up and down butt...

Страница 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 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds 8 Illuminated Approach Lights w Unlock 0 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds 9 Headlights On with Wipers Lights w Wipers On Off 10 Automatic Highbeams Au...

Страница 186: ...Horn 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 Entry On Off 19 Remote Start Comfort System Rmt Start Comfort Off Remote Start All starts 20 Easy Exit Seat Easy Exit Seat On Off 21 Key off Power Delay Power Off Delay Off 45 seconds 5 minutes 10 minut...

Страница 187: ...ts 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 Off 28 Horn w Remote Lower Horn w Rmt Lwr On Off 29 Lights w Remote Lower Lights w Rmt Lwr On Off 30 Trailer Select Trailer Select Trailer 1 Trailer 2 Trailer 3 Trailer 4 31 Brake Type Brake Type Li...

Страница 188: ...er 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 Calibrate Compass Compass Cal Cancel Calibrate 35 Fuel Saver Display Fuel Saver On Off 186 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Страница 189: ...le 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 distance of the vehicle This is done by reducing power to or turning off non essential electrical loads Load reduction is only active when the engine is running It will display a message if there is a r...

Страница 190: ...le 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 max settings exterior and interior lights overloaded power outlets 12V 115V AC USB ports during certain driving conditions city driving towing frequent stopping Installing options like additional ligh...

Страница 191: ...AGES 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 and if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound and the light will turn on When driving if the driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will fl...

Страница 192: ...ch 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 sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level conditions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is necessary WA...

Страница 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 is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a possible pro...

Страница 194: ...ning 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 with reduced assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light This telltale is on when the Trailer Brake...

Страница 195: ...rdboard 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 control system It also could affect fuel economy and driveability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required Electronic Stability ...

Страница 196: ...em 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 these cases optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above the display will show the indications corresponding to each tire...

Страница 197: ...roperly 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 continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or...

Страница 198: ...on 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 level is low Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light If Equipped This light will illuminate when the fuel filler cap is loose Properly close the filler cap to disengage the light If the light does not turn o...

Страница 199: ...air 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 illuminate when the cargo light is activated by pushing the cargo light button on the head light switch Air Suspension Off Road 1 Indicator Light If Equipped This light will illuminate when the air ...

Страница 200: ...ate 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 information on four wheel drive operation and proper use Green Indicator Lights Park Headlight On Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on Front ...

Страница 201: ...trument 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 Equipped This indicator shows when the Hill Descent Control HDC feature is turned on The lamp will be on solid when HDC is armed HDC can only be armed when the transfer case is in the 4WD LOW position and ...

Страница 202: ...uel 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 converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II Cybersecurity Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic system OBD II and a c...

Страница 203: ...ntly 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 ignition actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD II system is ready you must do the follow ing 1 Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position but do...

Страница 204: ...had 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 then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serv...

Страница 205: ...UPANT 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 278 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 278 Transporting Passengers 278 Exhaust Gas 279 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 279 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 281 5 ...

Страница 206: ...id 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 may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio trans mitting equipment This interference can cause pos sible loss of anti lock braking capability Installation of...

Страница 207: ...tore 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 Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic Brake Control system EBC This system includes Elec tronic Brake Force Distribution EBD Anti Lock Brake System ABS Brake Assist Syst...

Страница 208: ...e 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 brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The Brake Assist System BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by pre...

Страница 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 to other ve hicles people and objects and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road conditions Your complete attention is always required while driving ...

Страница 210: ...ngs 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 pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Start the engine 5 Rotate the steering wheel slightly more than one half turn to the left 6 Push the ESC Off bu...

Страница 211: ...ower 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 vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle i...

Страница 212: ...ESC 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 and death ESC Operating Modes NOTE Depending upon model and mode of operation the ESC system may have multiple operating modes ESC On This is the normal operating mode for the ESC Whenever the vehicle...

Страница 213: ...icle 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 again momentarily push the ESC Off switch NOTE System may switch from ESC Full Off to Partial Off mode when vehicle exceeds a predetermined speed When the vehicle speed slows below the predetermined s...

Страница 214: ...detected 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 dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light lo cated in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction...

Страница 215: ...rs 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 equipped Refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in this section for a complete explanation of the available ESC modes WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road conditions and driving conditions ...

Страница 216: ...vehicle 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 activate 2 Enabled feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application 3 Active feature is enabled and actively controlli...

Страница 217: ...tions 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 conditions occur Driver overrides HDC set speed with throttle or brake application Vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph 32 km h but remains below 40 mph 64 km h Vehicle is on a downhill grade of insufficient magnitu...

Страница 218: ...ted 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 hills The driver must remain attentive to the driving conditions and is re sponsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS The Tire Pressure...

Страница 219: ...re 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 increased up to an additional 4 psi 30 kPa above the recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light off For example your vehicle may have a recommended...

Страница 220: ...usting 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 may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurat...

Страница 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 those in a different color in the instrument cluster graphic to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure inflation value as shown in the Inflate to XX message Once the system receives the upda...

Страница 222: ...tronic 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 Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings Using tire chains on the vehicle Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors A system fault may occur due to an incorrect TPM sensor l...

Страница 223: ...mum 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 then remain on solid and the instrument cluster will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value Once you repair or replac...

Страница 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 If the system fault no longer exists the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no longer be displayed and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes A system fault can occur due to any of the fo...

Страница 225: ...as 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 rear seat 2 If a child from 2 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child restraint must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint refer to...

Страница 226: ...t 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 home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from ...

Страница 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 outboard front seat passenger if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling the BeltAlert warning sequence will begin until the seat...

Страница 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 areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a...

Страница 229: ...our 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 internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not pr...

Страница 230: ...e 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 To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision Pulling Out The Latch Plate In...

Страница 231: ...he 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 latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat ...

Страница 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 seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal if any slack so that it is comfort able and not resting on your neck The retra...

Страница 233: ...the 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 the mini buckle until you hear a click 5 Sit back in seat Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap Connect Mini Latch To Mini Buc...

Страница 234: ...kle 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 stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully Insert the mini latch plate and regular latch plate into its stowed position WARNING If the mi...

Страница 235: ...ended 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 if the existing seat belt is not long enough When the Seat Belt Extender is not required for a different occupant it must be removed WARNING ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required...

Страница 236: ...e 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 substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Like the ...

Страница 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 to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amou...

Страница 238: ...p 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 indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage th...

Страница 239: ...kle 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 system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON RUN position If the ignition switch is in the OFF position or in the ACC position the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate T...

Страница 240: ...er 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 authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately WARNING Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won t have the air bag system to protect you in a collision If the...

Страница 241: ...ced 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 Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors if equipped or other system components The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag de...

Страница 242: ...ront 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 vehicle damage for example some pole colli sions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the other hand depending on the type and location of impact front air bags may deploy in crashes with...

Страница 243: ...de 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 the outboard side of the front seats The SABs are marked with a SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG label sewn into the outboard side of the seats The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during cert...

Страница 244: ...plemental 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 SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and...

Страница 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 appropriate based on the sever ity and type of collision The side impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response to impact events The system is calibrated to deploy the Side Air Bags on ...

Страница 246: ...eat 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 Bags during deploy ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The Side Air Bags work with your seat be...

Страница 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 with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs please refer to the information below Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats The SABs are ...

Страница 248: ...s 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 trim covering the SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG SABICs if equipped with SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side im...

Страница 249: ...Side 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 event is appropriate based on the sever ity and type of collision The side impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response to impact events The system is calibrated to deploy the Side ...

Страница 250: ...priate 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 deploy ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The Side Air Bags work with your seat belt to restrain yo...

Страница 251: ...Bag 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 Buckle Switch Supplemental Side Air Bags Front and Side Impact Sensors If Equipped Seat Belt Pretensioners If A Deployment Occurs The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployme...

Страница 252: ...bags 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 may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment After any collision the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately Enhanced Accident Response Sy...

Страница 253: ...is 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 system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service If your seat including your t...

Страница 254: ...quipment 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 information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times including babies and children Every state in the United States and every ...

Страница 255: ...ar 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 index 53 htm Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size Height Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old o...

Страница 256: ...ing 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 infant carrier Convertible child seats can be used either rear facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rear facing direction than infant...

Страница 257: ...forward 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 forward facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat All children whose weight or height is above the forward facing limit for...

Страница 258: ...whose 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 use the vehicle s seat belt alone 1 Can the child sit all the way back against the back of the vehicle seat 2 Do the child s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat while the child...

Страница 259: ...endations 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 Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X Forward Facing Child Restraint Up to ...

Страница 260: ...ts 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 tions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint Please see the follow...

Страница 261: ...CH 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 Anchorages Per Seating Position 5 SAFETY 259 ...

Страница 262: ...hild 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 system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs 29 5 kg Quad Crew Cabs Full Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 Anchorages Per Seating Position 260 SAFETY ...

Страница 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 tether anchor to install a child seat in the center seating position Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower LATCH an chorage No Never share a LATCH anchorage with two or more chil...

Страница 264: ...ild 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 where it meets the seatback They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback ...

Страница 265: ...ont 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 Regular Cab Tether Anchorages Behind Covers Crew Or Quad Cab Outboard Tether Anchorage 5 SAFETY 263 ...

Страница 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 tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage Crew Or Quad Cab Center Tether Anchorage With Head Restraint In Raised Position Mega Cab Tether Anchorages Behind Cove...

Страница 267: ...at 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 instructions Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu facturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here To Install A LAT...

Страница 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 secure child restraints An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seat belt retractor Before installing a child restraint using the LATCH system buckle the seat...

Страница 269: ...seat 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 lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR retractor can be switched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out o...

Страница 270: ...straints 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 Retractor ALR Locations CINCH Cinching Latchplate ALR Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 268 SAFETY ...

Страница 271: ...e 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 In positions with cinching latch plates CINCH the buckle stalk may be twisted up to 3 full turns Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR retractor Installing A Child Restraint...

Страница 272: ...e 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 clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 6 Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should not be able to pull out any webbing If the retractor i...

Страница 273: ...ld 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 child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat 5 If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage conn...

Страница 274: ...nchorage 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 Anchors and Tethers for CHildren LATCH Continued WARNING Continued Restraint System for the location of approved tether anchorages in your vehicle Regular And Mega Cab Trucks In the regular cab truck the ...

Страница 275: ...ift 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 facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying Passenger Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Reg...

Страница 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 the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind the center seat 3 Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behind the child seat though the tether strap loo...

Страница 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 outboard child seats Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap Loop Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap Loop And Attached To Center Tether Strap Loop 5 SAFETY 275 ...

Страница 278: ...e 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 behind the child seat though the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the right or left outboard tether strap loop Tether Strap Loop With Head Restraint In Raised Position Tether Strap Through C...

Страница 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 Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop 5 Tighten the tether straps according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions tightening the right and left tether straps before the center tether...

Страница 280: ...passenger 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 TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death It is extremely dangerous t...

Страница 281: ...hicle 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 parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the ex haust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil cha...

Страница 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 floor mat fasteners may cause your floor mat to interfere with the accelerator brake or clutch pedals and cause a loss of vehicle control To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH ALWAYS securely attach yo...

Страница 283: ...s 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 accelerator brake or clutch pedals then re install the floor mats It is recommended to only use mild soap and water to clean your floor mats After cleaning always check your floor mat has been properly insta...

Страница 284: ...ing 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 cause should be located and corrected immediately 282 SAFETY ...

Страница 285: ...GINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 295 䡵 PARKING BRAKE 295 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 297 Key Ignition Park Interlock 298 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 299 Eight Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipped 299 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 1500 Models Only If Equipped 306 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 2500 3500 Models Only 315 䡵 FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION IF EQUIPPED 324 Manually Shifted T...

Страница 286: ...iption 350 Air Suspension Modes 353 Instrument Cluster Display Messages 354 Operation 354 䡵 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 2500 3500 MODELS IF EQUIPPED 356 Description 356 Air Suspension Modes 357 Instrument Cluster Display Messages 358 Operation 358 䡵 AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM POWER WAGON MODELS ONLY IF EQUIPPED 359 䡵 STABILIZER SWAY BAR SYSTEM POWER WAGON ONLY 361 䡵 SAFE OFF ROAD DRIVING POWER WAGON ONLY 362 Of...

Страница 287: ... Models 393 䡵 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5 7L 6 4L ENGINES ONLY IF EQUIPPED 394 䡵 SPEED CONTROL 395 To Activate 395 To Set A Desired Speed 396 To Vary The Speed Setting 396 To Accelerate For Passing 397 To Resume Speed 397 To Deactivate 397 䡵 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 398 ParkSense Sensors 398 ParkSense Warning Display 398 ParkSense Display 398 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense 401 Service ...

Страница 288: ... Filler Cap Message 414 䡵 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 415 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 416 Common Towing Definitions 416 Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight 422 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 423 Trailer And Tongue Weight 423 Towi...

Страница 289: ...ehicle Behind Another Vehicle 436 Recreational Towing Two Wheel Drive Models 437 Recreational Towing Four Wheel Drive Models 437 䡵 DRIVING TIPS 441 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 441 Driving Through Water 442 Off Road Driving Tips 443 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 ...

Страница 290: ... 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 ACC or ON RUN mode A child could Continued WARNING Continued operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up ma...

Страница 291: ...ton 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 start the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds 4 If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting push the button again NOTE Normal starting of either a c...

Страница 292: ...icle 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 similar to an ignition switch It has three modes OFF ACC and RUN To change the ignition modes without starting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these directions 1 Start with the ignition in ...

Страница 293: ...all 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 NOTE For Keyless Go equipped vehicles The engine will turn off and the ignition switch will change to ACC mode After 30 minutes the ignition switches to OFF automati cally unless the driver turns the...

Страница 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 vehicle in 4WD LOW The MESSAGE AutoPark Disabled will be displayed in the instrument cluster Additional customer warnings will be given when all of these conditions are met Vehicle is not in PARK Driver s...

Страница 295: ...elerator 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 attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans mission ...

Страница 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 1500 Models The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp assembly It is located between the front grill and the radiator but und...

Страница 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 result NOTE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as a problem Please ...

Страница 298: ...fore 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 whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement an...

Страница 299: ...t 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 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 Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure tho...

Страница 300: ...ake 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 Keyless Continued WARNING Continued Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the followin...

Страница 301: ...mission 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 and in the instrument cluster To select a gear range simply rotate the gear selector You must press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of PARK or NEUTRAL when the vehicle is stopped or movin...

Страница 302: ...ll 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 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 from PARK or NEUTRAL into an...

Страница 303: ...vehicle 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 with the brake pedal released Make sure the transmission is in PARK before exit ing the vehicle The transmission may not engage PARK if the ve hicle is moving Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop...

Страница 304: ...e 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 seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to Continued WARNING Continued touch the park brake brake pedal or the transmis sion gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the ve...

Страница 305: ...e 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 driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting And Operating and Towing A Disabled Vehicle in In Case Of ...

Страница 306: ...icle 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 may be illuminated A message in the instrument cluster will inform the driver of the more serious conditions and indicate what actions may be necessary In the event of a momentary problem the transmiss...

Страница 307: ...ed 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 automatically shift ing between all available gears Tapping the GEAR switch on the steering wheel will activate ERS mode display the current gear in the instrument cluster and set that gear as the top availab...

Страница 308: ...r 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 result ing in personal injury or death Six Speed Automatic Transmission 1500 Models Only If Equipped The transmission gear position display located in the instrument cluster indicates the transmission g...

Страница 309: ...s 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 NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is cold PARK P This range supplements the parking ...

Страница 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 Before exiting a vehicle always come to a complete stop then apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove the key fob When the ignition is in the LOCK OFF k...

Страница 311: ...lockwise 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 PARK gate Look at the transmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position P With brake pedal released verify that the gear selector will not move out of PARK REVERSE R Thi...

Страница 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 transmis sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating limits the powertrain controller will modify the transmis sion shift schedule and...

Страница 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 illuminated Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the trans mission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to...

Страница 314: ...ears 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 the DRIVE position the transmission will operate automatically shift ing between all available gears Tapping the ERS switch column shift or tapping the gear selector to the left console shift will ac...

Страница 315: ...he 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 careful not to overspeed the engine Apply the brakes as needed to prevent engine over speed Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically con trolled Overdrive fourth and fifth ...

Страница 316: ...g 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 and or during steady braking maneu vers The TOW HAUL Indicator Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate that TOW HAUL mode has been activated Pushing the switch a second time rest...

Страница 317: ...eem 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 transmission is able to shift into and out of Overdrive If the vehicle has not been driven for several days the first few seconds of operation after shifting the transmis sion into gear may seem sluggis...

Страница 318: ...is 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 from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is co...

Страница 319: ...ickly 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 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 Before exiting a vehicle always come to a c...

Страница 320: ...her 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 selector toward you and move it all the way counterclockwise until it stops Release the gear selector and make sure it is fully seated in the PARK gate Look at the transmission gear position display an...

Страница 321: ...in 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 information to select a lower gear range Under these conditions using a lower gear range will improve performance and extend transmis sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup If the transmis...

Страница 322: ...esult 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 continue to operate The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL may be illuminated Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the trans mission In the ev...

Страница 323: ...sition 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 gear as the top available gear Once in ERS mode tapping or will change the top available gear To exit ERS mode simply push and hold the ERS switch until the gear limit display disappears from the instr...

Страница 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 been activated The driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator When To Use TOW HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas towing a trailer carrying a heavy load etc and frequent transmission shifting ...

Страница 325: ...al 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 automatically at calibrated speeds This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in the upper gears When the vehicle speed drops or during some accelerations the clutc...

Страница 326: ...ansfer 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 information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below 2H Two Wheel Drive High Range This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry hard surfaced roads 4H...

Страница 327: ...hat 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 on some models When operating your vehicle in 4L the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exc...

Страница 328: ...sengage 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 4L some gear noise may be heard This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h shift the transmission into NEUTRAL While t...

Страница 329: ...ssion 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 four wheels are driving Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Four Position Switch If Equipped The electronic shift transfer case is operated by the 4WD Control Switch Transfer Case Switch which is loca...

Страница 330: ...towing 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 case in the NEU TRAL position without first fully engaging the park ing brake The transfer case NEUTRAL position disen gages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow t...

Страница 331: ...OFF 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 remain ON If One Or More Of The Following Shift Conditions Are Not Met 1 The indicator light for the current position will remain ON 2 The newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash 3...

Страница 332: ...d 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 previous posi tion will remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the require ments for the selected position have been met To retry a shift return the c...

Страница 333: ...topped 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 rolling rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shift the transmission back into gear Alternate Procedure 1 Bring the...

Страница 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 normal street and highway driving on dry hard surfaced roads 4WD AUTO Four Wheel Drive Auto High Range This range sends power to the front wheels The four wheel drive system will be automatically engaged...

Страница 335: ...t 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 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 front driveshaft forc...

Страница 336: ...ase 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 switch back to 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 Warnin...

Страница 337: ...ertrain 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 requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the transfer case will not shift The position indicator light for the previous posi tion will remain ON and the newly selected posit...

Страница 338: ...ow 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 driveshaft forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only 4WD LOW Four Wheel Drive Low Range This range provides low speed four w...

Страница 339: ...or 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 NEUTRAL button is located in the center of the 4WD Control Switch and is pushed by using a ballpoint pen or similar object The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational towing on...

Страница 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 brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury or death NOTE Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning This could cause damage to driveline com...

Страница 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 light for the previous posi tion will remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the require ments for the selected position have been met If all the ...

Страница 342: ...uto 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 ditions 4WD LOCK Four Wheel Drive Lock High Range This range maxi mizes torque to the front driveshaft forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slipp...

Страница 343: ...e 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 front driveshaft forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished pushing the desired position on the 4WD Control Switch Refer to Shifting Procedure in this section fo...

Страница 344: ...lection 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 Light monitors the electronic shift four wheel drive system If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving it means that the four wheel drive system is not functioning ...

Страница 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 PARK P without blinking Ensure that the vehicle is completely stopped and the PARK posi tion is properly indicated before exiting the vehicle Shifting Procedure NOTE If any of the requirements to select...

Страница 346: ...dard 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 Off Road 2 OR2 is needed A smoother and more comfortable ride will result To enter OR1 push the Up button once from the NRH position while the vehicle speed is below 35 mph 56 km h When in the OR1 posi...

Страница 347: ...ds 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 the vehicle speed falls below 30 mph 48 km h NOTE Automatic Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle settings in the instrument cluster display when equipped with Uconnect 3 0 or your Uconnect Radi...

Страница 348: ...pen 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 move up first and then the front When lowering the vehicle the front will move down first and then the rear After the engine is turned off it may be noticed that the air suspension system operates brief...

Страница 349: ...s 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 the road the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry Exit height and disable the automatic load leveling system Refer to Instrument Cluster Dis play in Getting To Know...

Страница 350: ...efer 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 for system service if normal operation does not resume Operation 1 Up Button 2 Down Button 3 Entry Exit Mode Indicator Customer selectable 4 Normal Ride Height Indicator Customer selectable 5 Off Ro...

Страница 351: ...tiple 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 height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height The indicator lamps and instrument cluster display messages will operate the same for automatic changes and user requested ...

Страница 352: ...on 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 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 Air Suspension Switch 1 Up Button 2 Down Button 3 Entry E...

Страница 353: ...enter 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 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 the vehicle speed falls below 30 mph 48 km h NOTE Speed thresholds for raising the...

Страница 354: ...time 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 into oncom ing traffic When raising the vehicle the rear of the vehicle will move up first and then the front When lowering the vehicle the front will move down first and then the rear After the engin...

Страница 355: ...s 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 the road the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry Exit height and disable the automatic load leveling system Refer to Instrument Cluster Dis play in Getting To Know...

Страница 356: ...n 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 operation does not resume Operation The indicator lamps 3 through 6 will illuminate to show the current position of the vehicle Flashing indicator lamps will show a position which the system is working to a...

Страница 357: ...height 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 when the vehicle is in OR Normal Ride Height NRH Indicator lamps 3 4 and 5 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in NRH Aero Mode Indicator lamps 3 and 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Aer...

Страница 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 lower exhaust only for up to 10 minutes after the vehicle is turned off This allows for easy removal of a trailer and or load from the back of the truck by maintaining the ride height After 10 minutes...

Страница 359: ...o 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 information NOTE This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running Transport Mode For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the road the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehi...

Страница 360: ...whenever 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 Normal Ride Height NRH will lower the vehicle to Alternate Trailer Height ATH and will illuminate the LED NOTE The LED will continuously blink until vehicle Alternate Trailer Height ATH has been achieved ...

Страница 361: ...ely 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 lock the front or rear axle on hard surfaced roads The ability to steer the vehicle is reduced and damage to the drivetrain may occur when the axles are locked on hard surfaced roads Do not try to lock ...

Страница 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 lock If the indicator light is flashing after placing the switch in the REAR LOCK or FRONT REAR LOCK position drive the vehicle in a turn or on loose gravel to expedite the locking action WARNING Do no...

Страница 363: ...prings 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 approach departure and break over angles This system is controlled by the electronic control sway bar switch located on the instrument panel The switch has two positions On Road and Off Road The sys...

Страница 364: ...ht 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 Road stabilizer sway bar button WARNING If the stabilizer sway bar will not return to On Road mode vehicle stability is reduced Do not attempt to drive the vehicle over 18 mph 29 km h Driving faster tha...

Страница 365: ...eristics 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 characteristics with the ability to cross a pool of water without stopping 24 inches 60 cm deep at a maximum speed of 10 mph 16 km h and a pool of water 30 inches 76 cm deep at a maximum speed of 5 mph 8 ...

Страница 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 will allow you to idle over obstacles and down hills with improved control and less effort Also use 4LO Low Range in rain ice snow mud sand to get heavy loads rolling improve traction or whenever 4HI ...

Страница 367: ...re 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 maintain your vehicle s momentum and do not stop The key to driving in soft sand using the appro priate tire pressure accelerating slowly avoiding abrupt maneuvers and maintaining the vehicle s momentum ...

Страница 368: ...one 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 Large Rocks When approaching large rocks choose a path which en sures you drive over the largest with your tires This will lift your undercarriage over the obstacle The tread of the tire is tougher ...

Страница 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 diameter than the running ground clearance or the vehicle will become high centered Getting High Centered If you get hung up or high centered on an object get out of the vehicle and try to determine wha...

Страница 370: ...the 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 lose control If the front end begins to bounce ease off the throttle slightly to bring all four tires back on the ground As you approach the crest of the hill ease off the throttle and slowly procee...

Страница 371: ...the 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 which may result in severe injury If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a steep hill allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately apply the...

Страница 372: ...ransmission 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 other ve hicle components and your brakes will be less effec tive once wet and or muddy Before You Cross Any Type Of Water As you ap proach any type of water you need to determine if you can cross it sa...

Страница 373: ...ing 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 proceed determine the speed of the current the water s depth approach angle bottom condition and if there are any obstacles then cross at an angle heading slightly upstream using the low and slow techniq...

Страница 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 If you can still move the vehicle slightly and the only issue is slick ground then rock cycling your vehicle would be the first choice If you have ample room an additional vehicle and there is low ris...

Страница 375: ...cle 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 the correct attachment points on both vehicles There should be a least 20 to 30 feet 6 to 9 meters between the vehicles to allow for a safe recovery If necessary join two tow straps together using a ...

Страница 376: ...se 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 another vehicle then place that vehicle in PARK and block the front tires If you cannot find an anchor point within reach try using your spare tire by burying it Once you have determined an anchor poin...

Страница 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 possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision If you have be...

Страница 378: ...vehicle 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 crowned surface of a road or in a turn WINCH USAGE POWER WAGON ONLY IF EQUIPPED Things To Know Before Using Your Winch General Winch Information Your vehicle is equipped with an electric vehicle recovery ...

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

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

Страница 381: ...n speed and pulling power 5 Wire Rope The wire rope allows the winch to be connected to an anchor to provide a pulling force 6 Clutch Lever The clutch lever allows the winch drum to be disconnected from the winch motor to allow the wire rope to be pulled from the winch by hand 7 Remote Control The remote control provides the inter face between the winch operator and the winch The remote control pr...

Страница 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 block is covered in Before You Pull Clevis D Shackles The D Shackle is a safe means of connecting the looped ends of cables straps and snatch blocks The shackle s pin is threaded to allow easy removal Tr...

Страница 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 the anchor Never attach a recovery strap to the winch hook to increase the length of a pull Never attempt to tow a vehicle with the recovery strap attached directly to the winch hook Never use ⴖbunge...

Страница 384: ...cluded 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 installation and wire rope condition before operating the winch Frayed kinked or damaged wire rope must be replaced immediately Loose or damaged winch installation must be corrected immediately Always be sure a...

Страница 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 Freespooling conserves battery power Winch Rope Free Spool 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 ...

Страница 386: ...Pull 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 leading to wire rope damage To prevent losing the end hold the hook strap while you work Hook Strap Pulling Wire Rope 384 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 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 the hand brake and block its wheels to prevent your vehicle from moving Ideally you ll want an anchor point that will enable you to pull straight in the direction the vehicle will move This allows the ...

Страница 388: ...winch control box located behind the front bumper Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch If you choose to control the winch from inside your vehicle always pass the remote through a window to avoid pinching the cord in the door Always disconnect the remote control when not in use 10 Put wire rope under tension Using the remote control switch slowly wind the wire...

Страница 389: ...efore 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 Tension Wire Neatly Wound Around The Spooling Drum 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 ...

Страница 390: ... 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 ⴖno peopleⴖ zones Make your intentions clear Be sure that everyone in the immediate vicinity surrounding the winching operation is completely aware of your intentions before you pull Declare where the spectators should not stand never behind or in front o...

Страница 391: ...evenly and tightly on the drum This prevents the outer wire wraps from drawing into the inner wraps binding and damaging the wire rope Avoid shock loads by using the control switch intermittently to take up wire rope slack Shock loads can momentarily far exceed the winch and wire rope ratings During side pulls the wire rope tends to stack up at one end of the drum This stack can become large enoug...

Страница 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 straighten the layers as necessary Repeat this process until the winch hook is the same distance as the full length of the remote control from the winch Pinch the hook between your thumb and forefinge...

Страница 393: ...maximum 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 safety at all times How To Change The Pulling Direction All winching operations should have a straight line from the winch to the object being pulled This minimizes the wire rope collecting on one side o...

Страница 394: ...nd 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 anchor point with a tree trunk protector or choker chain Attach the clevis shackle Attach the shackle to the two ends of the strap chain being careful not to over tighten tighten and back off 1 2 turn PO...

Страница 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 condition persists see your authorized dealer for service Hydraulic Power Steering 2500 3500 Models The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneu...

Страница 396: ...components 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 ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any s...

Страница 397: ...ON 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 ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You coul...

Страница 398: ...lts 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 the RES button once will result in a 1 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km h If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue t...

Страница 399: ...ntains 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 Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Speed Contro...

Страница 400: ...e 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 within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 18 inches 45 cm up to 79 inches 200 cm from the rear fascia bumper in the horizontal direction depending on the loca...

Страница 401: ...n 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 display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1 2 second tone to slow to fast to continuous Single 1 2 Second Tone Slow Tone 6 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 402: ...ning 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 Less than 18 inches 45 cm Audible Alert Chime None Single 1 2 Second Tone Slow Fast Continuous Fast Tone Continuous Tone 400 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 403: ...ument 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 the PARKSENSE OFF message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE NOTE The ParkSense system will automatically disable when the system detects that a trailer with trailer brakes has been connected to ...

Страница 404: ...other 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 autho rized dealer Cleaning The ParkSense System Clean the ParkSense sensors with water car wash soap and a soft cloth Do not use rough or hard cloths Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise yo...

Страница 405: ...on 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 Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are respon sible for safety and ...

Страница 406: ...and 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 the gear selector is in REVERSE or DRIVE If ParkSense is enabled at one of these gear selector positions the system will remain active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 7 mph 11 km ...

Страница 407: ...l 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 The warning display will turn on indicating the system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected The system will indicate a detected obst...

Страница 408: ...inches 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 Solid 3rd Solid 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Radio Volume Reduced No Yes Yes Yes Yes NOTE ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio if on when the system is sounding an audio tone Front Park Assist A...

Страница 409: ...ond 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 cluster display will show the vehicle graphic with the corresponding arcs and OFF message The Front or Rear ParkSense switch LED will be on when Front or Rear ParkSense is disabled or requires servi...

Страница 410: ...LE 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 bumper is clean and clear of snow ice mud dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition If the message continues to appear see your authorized dealer If the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE QU...

Страница 411: ...off 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 a sensor problem causing the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED message to be appear in the instrument cluster display On vehicles equipped with a tailgate ParkSense should be disabled when the ...

Страница 412: ...the 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 Camera button in the Controls menu Whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE the image will be displayed in the rearview mirror display if equipped or Uconnect screen if equipped along with a caut...

Страница 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 to disable display of the camera image is made available when the vehicle is not in RE VERSE gear When enabled active guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and ...

Страница 414: ...damage 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 her shoulder when using ParkView NOTE If snow ice mud or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens clean the lens rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth Do not cover the lens Turning Rear...

Страница 415: ...he 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 Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let impurities into the fuel system A poorly f...

Страница 416: ...Loose 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 cluster telltale display area Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for further information Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and push the RIGHT button to turn o...

Страница 417: ...ll 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 commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added Loading The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by weighing it when it...

Страница 418: ...irements 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 following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so ...

Страница 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 on your vehicle Trailer Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control can be a mechanical...

Страница 420: ...c 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 are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to comply with GAWR require ments WARNING An improperly adjusted weight distribu...

Страница 421: ...ght 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 to the trailer do not connect the trailer With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct Improper Adjustment Of Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 ...

Страница 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 8 Use the instrument cluster or touch screen radio settings and switch off tire jack mode Make sure the truck returns to normal ride height Preform a visual inspec tion of the trailer and weight dis...

Страница 423: ...all 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 and H1 above normal ride height H1 6 Preform a visual inspection of the trailer and weight distributing hitch to confirm manufacturers recommen dations have been met Measurement Example Example 2500 3...

Страница 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 king pin Your truck may be equipped with a 5th wheel hitch option Refer to the separately provided 5th wheel hitch safety care assembly and operating instructions Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch ...

Страница 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 should be professionally installed on your vehicle Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings NOTE For trailer towing information maximum trailer weight ratings refer to the following web...

Страница 426: ...iles 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 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Perform the maintenance listed in the Scheduled Servic ing Refer to ...

Страница 427: ...ight 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 trailer hitch utilized Towing Requirements Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of ...

Страница 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 vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in a collision CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 453 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of a...

Страница 429: ...on 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 displayed If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated Trailer Brake Module ITBM the Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light will flash GAIN Adjustment Buttons Pushing these buttons will ad...

Страница 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 button on the steering wheel until TRAILER TOW appears on the screen 5 Push the RIGHT arrow on the steering wheel to enter TRAILER TOW 6 Push the UP or DOWN buttons until the Trailer Brake Type appe...

Страница 431: ...y 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 connection trailer brake control or on the trailer Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for further information CAUTION Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with...

Страница 432: ...iler 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 connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle s wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to t...

Страница 433: ...ol 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 better engine braking When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low speeds 20 mph 32 km h or below holding your vehicle in first gear using the ERS shift control can help to avoid transmission over...

Страница 434: ...age 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 ing take the following actions City Driving In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off...

Страница 435: ...500 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 snowplow it is highly recommended that the owner installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Body Builders Guide See your authorized dealer installer or snowplow manufact...

Страница 436: ...f 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 GVWR or Gross Axle Weight GAWR ratings These weights are specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver s side door opening NOTE Detach the snowplow when transporting passen gers V...

Страница 437: ...reas 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 clean and free of corrosion When plowing snow to avoid transmission and drivetrain damage the following precautions should be observed Operate with transfer case in 4LO when plowing small or congeste...

Страница 438: ...When 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 placed in Transport mode before tying them down from the body on a trailer or flatbed truck Refer to Air Suspen sion If Equipped for more information If the vehicle cannot be placed in Transport mode for...

Страница 439: ...ob 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 Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Do not disconnect the driveshaft because fluid may leak from the transmission causing damage to inter nal parts Recrea...

Страница 440: ...Limited 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 bumper face bar will be damaged Shifting Into NEUTRAL N Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing WARNING You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the ve...

Страница 441: ...on 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 REVERSE 8 Release the brake pedal and clutch pedal on manual transmissions for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 with automatic transmission in DRIVE or ma...

Страница 442: ...This 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 usage 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop leaving it con nected to the tow vehicle 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Press and hold the brake pedal 4 Start the engine Shift the transmission into...

Страница 443: ...normally 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 been com pleted If any of these requirements are not met before pushing the button or are no longer met during the shift the NEUTRAL N indicator light will flash continu ously until all requirements are...

Страница 444: ...he 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 this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal low standing w...

Страница 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 Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Off Road Driv...

Страница 446: ...mulations 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 similar dirty conditions have the radiator fan brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause e...

Страница 447: ...ANGING 468 Jacking And Tire Changing 1500 Series Trucks 468 Jacking And Tire Changing 2500 And 3500 Series Trucks 485 䡵 JUMP STARTING 502 Preparations For Jump Start 502 Jump Starting Procedure 504 䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS 505 䡵 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION 506 Column Gear Selector If Equipped 506 Center Console Gear Selector If Equipped 507 䡵 MANUAL PARK RELEASE 8 SPEED TRANSMISS...

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

Страница 449: ...e 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 placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR IF EQUIPPED If equipped the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and a SOS...

Страница 450: ...need 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 Assistance SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care In vehicle support for SiriusXM Guardian Vehicle Customer Care Total support for all other vehicle issues SOS Call 1 Push the SOS Call button on the Rearvie...

Страница 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 operator the SOS operator may be able to open a voice connection with the vehicle to determine if additional help is needed Once the SOS operator opens a voice connection with the vehicle s SOS Call system...

Страница 452: ...e 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 APPS AND SERVICES AMONG OTHERS WILL NOT OPERATE Modifications to any part of the SOS Call system could cause the air bag system to fail when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is ...

Страница 453: ...ed 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 damaged during a crash The vehicle battery loses power or becomes discon nected during a vehicle crash LTE voice data or 4G data network and or Global Positioning Satellite signals are unavailable or ob s...

Страница 454: ...ation 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 undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror...

Страница 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 autho rized dealer Cab Roof Marker Lamps 194NA Base Rear Tail Turn and Stop Lamp 3157K Premium Rear Tail Turn and Stop Lamp LED Serviced at autho rized dealer Premium Backup Lamp 7440 W21W Rear Lamp ...

Страница 456: ...adiator 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 the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained through this access hole 8 Reach through the access hole of the wheel house sp...

Страница 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 front lamp unit housing if equipped These covers MUST be reinstalled after the bulb has been replaced Fog Lamps If Equipped 1 Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fo...

Страница 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 Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise 1 4 turn to unlock it from the housing 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Tail Lamp Scr...

Страница 459: ...ng 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 Turn the desired bulb socket turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing 4 Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket CHMSL Mounting Screw Locations CHMSL Connector Location 7 IN CASE OF EM...

Страница 460: ...tened 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 Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp CHMSL Bulb And Socket Removing Rear Screw From Clearance Lamp 458 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 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 EMERGENCY 459 ...

Страница 462: ...rocedure 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 socket turn counterclockwise and remove from assembly to access the bulb 4 Pull the bulb straight out from socket 5 Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing Screw Locations Sid...

Страница 463: ...se 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 contact an authorized dealer Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery This center contains car tridge fuses micro fuses relays and...

Страница 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 Lighting 2 If Equipped with Stop Start F11 30 Amp Pink Integrated Trailer Brake Module If Equipped F12 40 Amp Green Body Controller 3 Power Locks F13 40 Amp Green Blower Motor F14 40 Amp Green Body ...

Страница 465: ...30 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 Tow Backup Lights If Equipped F29 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Parking Lights If Equipped F30 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Receptacle F31 30 Amp Pink 1500 LD Diesel Urea Heater Control If Equipped F32 Spare Fuse...

Страница 466: ...p 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 Instrument Panel Cluster Except Fleet Vehicles F50 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module If Equipped F51 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module Keyless Ignition Instrument Panel Cluster Fleet Vehicles Only ...

Страница 467: ...F61 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 Powertrain F65 Spare Fuse F66 10 Amp Red Sunroof Passenger Window Switches Rain Sensor F67 10 Amp Red CD DVD Bluetooth Hands free Module If Equipped F69 15 Amp Blue Mod SCR 12V Cummins Diesel If Equ...

Страница 468: ...Red 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 Clearance Lights F80 10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener Compass F81 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Right Turn Stop Lights F82 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module Cruise Control F84 15 Amp Blue Switc...

Страница 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 Amp Clear Front Heated Seats If Equipped F99 10 Amp Red Climate Control F100 10 Amp Red Upfitters If Equipped F101 15 Amp Blue Electrochromatic Mirror Smart High Beams If Equipped F104 20 Amp Yellow Po...

Страница 470: ...en 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 any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Never start or run the engine while the v...

Страница 471: ...r 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 the cover pull the front part of the cover closest to the front of the seat toward you to release a locking tab Once the front of the cover is loose slide the cover toward the front of the seat until...

Страница 472: ...he 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 Jack And Tool Bag 470 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 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 may occur from improper tool assembly Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering Raising 1 Lug Wrench 3 Extension 3 2 Extension 2 4 Extension 4 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 471 ...

Страница 474: ...us 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 the extension tube through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube Assembled For Jack Operation 1 Lug Wrench 4 Extension 4 2 Extension 2 ...

Страница 475: ...e 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 Wrench Handle Pulling The Spare Tire Out 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 473 ...

Страница 476: ...he 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 a firm level surface Avoid ice or slippery areas Gaining Access To The Retainer Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel 474 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 477: ...g 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 the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set the ...

Страница 478: ...acing 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 storage 2 Using the lug wrench loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground Jack Warning Label 476 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 479: ...nd 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 Front Jacking Location Indicator 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 477 ...

Страница 480: ...rear 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 4X4 Front Jacking Location Indicator 478 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 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 wrench CAUTION Before raising the wheel off the ground make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required 4 By rotating the lug wrench clockwise r...

Страница 482: ...in 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 endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 7 Install the wheel center cap and remove the wheel blocks Do not install chrome or aluminum whe...

Страница 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 spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and position it properly across the wheel opening Reinstalling The Retainer Pushing The Retainer Through The C...

Страница 484: ...into 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 to ensure it is firmly in place NOTE The winch mechanism is designed for use with the extension tube only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch Lug Wren...

Страница 485: ...n 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 straps to the jack Jack And Tool Bag Jack And Tools Tied 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 483 ...

Страница 486: ...on 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 you may experience abrupt stopping rapid acceleration or sharp turns A loose jack tools bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force resulting in serious injury Jack Hold Down F...

Страница 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 surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat Removal Of Jack And Tools 2500 And 3500 Series To access the jack and jack to...

Страница 488: ...olt 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 Jack And Tools 2500 3500 Series Jack And Tools Bracket Assembly 486 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 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 For Jack Operation Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering Raising 1 Lug Wrench 3 Extension 3 2 Extension 2 4 Extension 4 Assembled For Jack Operation 1 Lug Wrench 4 Extension 4 2 Extension 2 5 Jack Driver 3...

Страница 490: ...move 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 angle facing away from the vehicle Insert the extension tube through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube Inserting The Extension Tubes...

Страница 491: ...e 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 Wrench Handle Pulling The Spare Tire Out 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 489 ...

Страница 492: ...he 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 a firm level surface Avoid ice or slippery areas Gaining Access To The Retainer Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel 490 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 493: ...cked 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 from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set...

Страница 494: ...ehicle 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 remove the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground Changing a dually tire requires the lug wrench adapter Jack Warning Label Lug Wrench Adaptor Shown I...

Страница 495: ...pped 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 Wrench 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 493 ...

Страница 496: ...ck 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 tubes and lug wrench Jack Extensions Placement 2500 3500 Front Jacking Location 494 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 497: ...e 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 driver in order to lower the jack 4 By rotating the lug wrench clockwise raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehi...

Страница 498: ...the 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 while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice For the correct lug nut torque refer to Torque Specifications in Techn...

Страница 499: ...y 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 Or Spare NOTE Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immedi ately WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the...

Страница 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 into the winch mechanism tube Reinstalling The Retainer Pushing The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel And Positioning It 498 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 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 Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug 2 Position the jack and tools into bracket assembly Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near...

Страница 502: ...ce 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 floor NOTE Ensure that the jack and tool bracket assembly slides into the front hold down location Jack And Tools Bracket Assembly Jack Hold Down Fastener 500 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...

Страница 503: ...nsert 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 driver has a hook at one end that will fit in the pull off notch of the rear hub caps Position the hook and pull straight out on the ratchet firmly The hub cap should pop off The wheel skins can now b...

Страница 504: ...les 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 not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system vo...

Страница 505: ...ate 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 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach apply the parking brake and m...

Страница 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 and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result...

Страница 507: ...even 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 battery life and or prevent the engine from starting IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highw...

Страница 508: ...ed 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 SPEED TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use one of the following procedures to temporarily move the gear selec tor Column Gear ...

Страница 509: ...de 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 override release lever down 6 Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the gear selector override access cover Gear Selector Override Access ...

Страница 510: ...us 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 available Follow these steps to activate the Manual Park Release 1 Firmly apply the parking brake 2 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool remove the Manual Park Release access cover which is just abo...

Страница 511: ...clear 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 accelerator Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine NOTE For trucks equipped with 8 speed automatic trans...

Страница 512: ...he 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 shifting occurring TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service If the transmis sion and drivetrain are operable disabled vehi...

Страница 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 datory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed If you mu...

Страница 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 miles 48 km for 8 speed transmission tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a towing dolly ...

Страница 515: ...g 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 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks NOTE For off road recovery it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the v...

Страница 516: ...on 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 under certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle Please refer to Occupant Restraint Systems in Safety for further information on the Event Data ...

Страница 517: ...526 䡵 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 539 Accessory Drive Belt Inspection 540 Body Lubrication 541 Windshield Wiper Blades 542 Exhaust System 545 Cooling System 546 Brake System 552 Automatic Transmission 553 Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Dr...

Страница 518: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 583 Treadwear 583 Traction Grades 583 Temperature Grades 583 䡵 STORING THE VEHICLE 584 䡵 BODYWORK 584 Protection From Atmospheric Agents 584 Body And Underbody Maintenance 585 Preserving The Bodywork 585 䡵 INTERIORS 587 Seats And Fabric Parts 587 Plastic And Coated Parts 588 Leather Parts 589 Glass Surfaces 590 516 SERVICING AND MAINTENANC...

Страница 519: ...n 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 your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel 1500 Models Only NOTE Under no circumstances...

Страница 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 for required maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Change oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs be...

Страница 521: ...ts 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 If us ing your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change axle fluid X X X X X 2500 3500 Models Inspect the front and rear axle sur faces If gear oil leakage is sus pecte...

Страница 522: ...ke 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 engine air filter X X X X X Replace spark plugs X Flush and replace the engine cool ant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s...

Страница 523: ...ect 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 change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you Continued WARNING Continu...

Страница 524: ...rmance 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 environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine RPM s This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty 522 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Страница 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 Reservoir 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 523 ...

Страница 526: ...ssion 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 Reservoir 11 Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 Battery 524 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Страница 527: ...e 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 Filter 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 525 ...

Страница 528: ...ent 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 prevent freeze up of your windshield washer system in cold weather select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most...

Страница 529: ...e 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 battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecti...

Страница 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 350 hours of engine run time whichever comes first The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet customers Engine Oil Selection 3 6L 5 7L For best performance and maxi...

Страница 531: ...engine 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 oil approved to FCA Material Standard MS 6395 may be used when SAE 5W 20 engine oil meeting MS 6395 is not available Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade 5 7L Engine 1500 2500 3500 Models Mopar SAE 5W 20 eng...

Страница 532: ...ine 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 impaired by supplemental additives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscrimina...

Страница 533: ...air 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 high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement...

Страница 534: ...eaner 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 Air Cleaner Filter 532 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Страница 535: ...r 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 and compressor lubricants ap proved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flam mable and can explode injuring you Other unap proved refrigerants or lu...

Страница 536: ...G 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 and is an ozone friendly substance with a low global warming potential The manufacturer recom mends that air conditioning service be performed by an authorized dealer using recovery and recycling equi...

Страница 537: ...tether 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 stops on both sides of the glove compartment door push inward on both sides of the glove compartment to release the glove compartment travel stops Right Side Of Glove Compartment 1 Glove Compartment Te...

Страница 538: ...ast 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 Compartment Tension Tether 3 Glove Compartment Door Filter Cover 536 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

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

Страница 540: ...with 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 Pull the tension tether outward and reinstall the glove compartment past the travel stops by pushing in on the glove compartment sides Cabin Air Filter Glove Compartment Installation 538 SERVICING AN...

Страница 541: ...ove 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 at each oil change Right Side Of Glove Compartment 1 Glove Compartment Tension Tether 2 Glove Compartment Travel Stop Front Drive Shaft Double Cardan Joint 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 539 ...

Страница 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 perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic When inspecting accessory drive belts small cracks that run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib are considered normal These are ...

Страница 543: ...d 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 sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease such as Mopar Spray White Lube to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior t...

Страница 544: ...Life 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 conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected periodically not just when wiper performance problems are experienced This inspec...

Страница 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 Assembly 1 Wiper 2 Locking Tab 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 543 ...

Страница 546: ...ase 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 arm is in the full up position 2 Position the wiper blade under the hook on the tip of the wiper arm with the wiper locking tab open Wiper Disengaging 1 Locking Tab 2 Wiper 3 Release Tab Removing Wipe...

Страница 547: ...haust 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 can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO refer to Safety Tips in S...

Страница 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 when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the vehicle by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any ignition components disconnected or rem...

Страница 549: ...sible 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 Of Coolant Refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specifica tions for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine...

Страница 550: ...ile 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 Material Standard MS 90032 and distilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Please contact an authorized dealer for assistance Use only h...

Страница 551: ...ild 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 vehicle Personal injury or engine damage may result Disposal Of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol based coolant antifreeze is a regu lated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local author...

Страница 552: ...ecking 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 bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Opening The Coolant Re...

Страница 553: ...ing 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 dissipate Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant antifreeze needs to be added the contents of ...

Страница 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 fluid above the MAX mark because leakage may occur at the cap With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake linings wear However an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused...

Страница 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 recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur er s recommended fluid may c...

Страница 556: ...ssion 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 fluid level when the transmission is at normal operating temperature 170 180 F 77 82 C This normally occurs after at least 15 miles 25 km of driving At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be he...

Страница 557: ...o 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 of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before re checking the fluid level NOTE If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature the fluid level sh...

Страница 558: ...ith 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 serviced for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level Refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specific...

Страница 559: ...ed 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 Additive the Lim ited Slip Additive should be added before the gear lubri cant is added to insure proper additive fill Drain And Refill Refer to the Maintenance Plan for the proper mainte nance interva...

Страница 560: ...sing 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 Numbers Tire Terminology and Definitions Tire Pressures and Tire Loading Tire Markings Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Standards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maximum Pressure 3 Service Desc...

Страница 561: ...ht 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 preceding the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emer gency use only Temporary high pressure compact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into the s...

Страница 562: ...andards 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 percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire or 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction or D means diagonal or bias construction 15 16 18 Rim diameter ...

Страница 563: ...tire 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 tire XL Extra load or reinforced tire or LL Light load tire or C D E F G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the ma...

Страница 564: ...ies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week ...

Страница 565: ...easured 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 maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard ...

Страница 566: ...B 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 vehicle Example Tire Placard Location Door Example Tire Placard Location B Pillar 564 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Страница 567: ...g 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 must not be exceeded For further information on GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in the Starting And Operating section of this manual To determine the maximum loadin...

Страница 568: ...Step 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 capacity of your vehicle Metric Example For Load Limit For example if XXX amount equals 635 kg and there will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capaci...

Страница 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 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 567 ...

Страница 570: ...erinflated 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 your vehicle Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended cold tire infla...

Страница 571: ...amage 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 Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three ...

Страница 572: ...imum 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 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Always use rad...

Страница 573: ...r 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 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in In Case Of Emer gency for further information WARNING Fast spinning tires can be danger...

Страница 574: ...cluding 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 tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement Distance driven Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and Summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of...

Страница 575: ...mation 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 handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer w...

Страница 576: ...y 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 and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires be aware these tires are not designed for Winter or cold driving conditions Install Winter tires on you...

Страница 577: ...states 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 please refer to Tire Service Kit in In Case Of Emergency for further information CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact or l...

Страница 578: ...r 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 and loss of vehicle control Collapsible Spare Tire If Equipped The collapsible spare is for temporary emergency use only You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a collaps ible spare by looki...

Страница 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 for this spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling Since it ...

Страница 580: ...h 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 care must be taken in the selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam age to the wheels Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommende...

Страница 581: ...Use 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 traction device manufacturer Please follow the table below for proper tire size chain type and axle recommendations Vehicle Axle Recommendations Tire Sizes Chain Class 1500 Models Rear Only P265 70R17 S Cla...

Страница 582: ...inued 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 device manufacturer s if it is less than 30 mph 48 km h Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at differe...

Страница 583: ...onal 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 tires The recommended rotation pattern for directional tires is shown below Tire Rotation Tire Rotation 8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 581 ...

Страница 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 slower speeds and stops If the tires are rotated incorrectly The auto localization of the TPIS sensors will fail to locate correctly resulting in incorrect locations for the pressure values displayed...

Страница 585: ...d 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 significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C ...

Страница 586: ...tive 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 high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor dam age when the system is started again BODYWORK Protection From Atmospheric Agents Vehicl...

Страница 587: ...irt 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 cleaning and protecting the vinyl Tri Fold Tonneau cover use Mopar Whitewall Vinyl Top Cleaner and Mopar Leather and Vinyl Conditioner Protectant Preserving The Bodywork Washing Wash your vehicle reg...

Страница 588: ...ssible 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 sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use Mopar Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint...

Страница 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 Spray On Bedliner One common condition is when loading a heavy pallet and dragging that pallet across the floor of the bed If a nail or sharp point is exposed under the weight of the pallet a scratch ...

Страница 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 buckles do not work properly NOTE If the belts retract slowly inspect the upper turning loop for soiling If soiling is present clean with a wet soft cloth until all residue is removed WARNING A fray...

Страница 591: ...oft 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 Mopar Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean yo...

Страница 592: ...cleaner 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 elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or cloth that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror 590 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Страница 593: ...6 4L 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 599 Fuel System Cautions 599 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 600 䡵 FLEXIBLE FUEL 3 6L ENGINE ONLY 600 E 85 General Information 600 Ethanol Fuel E 85 600 Fuel Requirements 601 Selection Of Engine Oil For F...

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

Страница 595: ...ither 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 travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and activation of the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light if equipped during brake use Hydraulic Brake Assist 2500 35...

Страница 596: ...g 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 bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening NOTE Dual wheels are flat mounted center piloted The lug nuts are a two piece assembly When the tires are being rotated or replaced clean th...

Страница 597: ...t 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 vehicle off the jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury Wheel Mounting Surface Four And Five Lug Nuts B...

Страница 598: ...ther 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 regulations and provide satisfac tory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gaso line having an octane range of 87 to 89 as specified by the R M 2 method The use of 89 octane ...

Страница 599: ...hesitations 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 gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifi cally blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality The use of reformulated gaso...

Страница 600: ...use 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 containing more than 15 ethanol E 15 or gasoline containing methanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited War ranty Do Not Use E 85 ...

Страница 601: ...mp 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 guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emissions control system An out o...

Страница 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 General Information The information in this section is unique for Flexible Fuel vehicles only These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol E 85 or Unleaded ...

Страница 603: ...85 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 in regular gasoline are not fully compatible with E 85 and may form deposits in your engine To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits a supplemental gasoline addi tive such...

Страница 604: ...an 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 the driving range will decrease by approximately 30 compared to gasoline operation Replacement Parts All fuel and engine components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle FFV are designed to be compatible with...

Страница 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 Quarts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 3 6L Engine We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of FCA Mate rial Standard MS 90032 13 7 Quarts 13 Lit...

Страница 606: ...s 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 Engine Oil 3 6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 such as Mopar Pennzoil and Shell Helix Refer to your engine oil fil...

Страница 607: ...e 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 Material Standard MS 12633 for use in all operating temperatures Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use Mopar brand Engine Oil Filters Spark Plugs We recommend you use Mopar Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 3 6L...

Страница 608: ...d 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 Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the rad...

Страница 609: ...ment 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 Mopar BW44 44 Transfer Case Fluid Front Axle 1500 Four Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use Mopar GL 5 Synthetic Axle Lubri cant SAE 75W 85 Rear Axle 1500 Models We recommend you use Mopar Synthe...

Страница 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 Reservoir 2500 3500 Models We recommend you use Mopar Power Steering Fluid 4 or Mopar ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 608 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Страница 611: ...onal Settings 633 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED 653 Radio Operation 653 CD Player If Equipped 653 䡵 IPOD USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 654 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 654 Regulatory And Safety Information 655 䡵 VOICE COMMANDS 656 Introducing Uconnect 656 Get Started 657 Basic Voice Commands 659 Radio 660 Media 661 Phone 663 Climate 4C 4C NAV 665 Navigation 4C NAV 666 SiriusXM G...

Страница 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 䡵 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 673 610 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 613: ...our 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 screen 2 Press and hold then drag the selected App to replace an existing shortcut in the main menu bar The new shortcut will now be an active App shortcut on the main menu bar Uconnect 4 4C 4C NAV Main M...

Страница 614: ...sk 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 such as Uconnect software is installed WARNING It is not possible to know or to predict all of the possible outcomes if your vehicle s systems are breached It may be possible that vehicle systems incl...

Страница 615: ...sured 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 Uconnect Owner s Manual Supplement and Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II Cybersecurity in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel UCONNECT SETTINGS The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on ...

Страница 616: ...n 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 Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate 614 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 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 button is highlighted Once the setting is complete either press the back arrow or the Done button on the touch screen or the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous menu Pressing the Up o...

Страница 618: ...nguage English Français Español 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 cluster display Units If Equipped After pressing Units on the touchscreen the following will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Units US Metric 616 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 619: ...ommand 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 NOTE Within the Set Time feature press the corresponding arrow above and below the current time to adjust then select AM or PM Set Date Up Arrow Down Arrow 10 MULTIMEDIA 617 ...

Страница 620: ...provide 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 If Equipped NOTE When the Tilt Mirrors In Reverse feature is selected the exterior side view mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is...

Страница 621: ...vehicle 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 delay turned ON the rear view image with dynamic grid lines will be displayed for up to ten seconds after shifting out of RE VERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph 12 km h the transmission...

Страница 622: ...the 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 feature is selected it allows the adjustment of the amount of time the headlights remain on when the doors are unlocked with the key fob Headlights With Wipers If Equipped On Off Auto Dim High Beams I...

Страница 623: ...r 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 all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph 24 km h Auto Unlock On Exit On Off NOTE When the Auto Unlock On Exit feature is selected all doors will unlock when the veh...

Страница 624: ...d 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 Memory Linked To Fob feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle The seat will return to the memorized seat location if Memory L...

Страница 625: ...selected 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 Setting Name Selectable Options Auto On Driver Heated Ventilated Seat Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start If Equipped On Off NOTE When the Auto On Driver Heated Ventilated Seat Steering Wheel With Veh...

Страница 626: ...adlight 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 the Suspension button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Lower On Off Flash Lights With Lower On Off 624 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 627: ...de 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 feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to prevent auto leveling of the suspension while the vehicle is on a jack changing a tire Transport Mode On Off NOTE When the Transport Mode featur...

Страница 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 2 Trailer 3 Trailer 4 Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Audio After pressing the Audio button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Na...

Страница 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 Off NOTE The Surround Sound feature provides simulated surround sound mode AUX Volume Offset If Equipped On Off NOTE The AUX Volume Offset feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for po...

Страница 630: ...ifference 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 compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass heading Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Mobile Phones Lapto...

Страница 631: ...eliminates 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 touchscreen and com pleting one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects The compass will now function normally Compass Variance Map 10 MULTIMEDIA 629 ...

Страница 632: ...urther 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 Setting Name Selectable Options Tune Start On Off Channel Skip List of Channels NOTE SiriusXM can be programmed to exclude undesirable channels while scanning To make your selection press the Channel Skip...

Страница 633: ...RIUS 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 After pressing the Restore Settings button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Restore Settings Yes Cancel NOTE When the Restore Settings featur...

Страница 634: ...e 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 available Setting Name Selectable Options System Information System Software Information Screen NOTE When the System Information feature is selected a System Software Information screen will appear di...

Страница 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 setting is complete either press the back arrow button on the touchscreen or the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous menu or press the X button on the touchscreen to close out of th...

Страница 636: ...Brightness 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 the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or parade positions Display Brightness With Headlights OFF NOTE To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights OFF setting the headlights ...

Страница 637: ...Español 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 following will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Units US Metric 10 MULTIMEDIA 635 ...

Страница 638: ...th 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 Minutes Time Format 12hrs 24hrs Show Time In Status Bar If Equipped NOTE The Show Time In Status Bar feature will allow you to turn on or shut off the digital clock in the status bar 636 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 639: ...s 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 Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse feature is selected the outside side view mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE positi...

Страница 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 deflect with steering wheel angle over the ParkView Back up Camera display when ever the gear selector is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution ...

Страница 641: ...Transport 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 tire Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed Wheel Alignment Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment refer to your authorized dealer for informatio...

Страница 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 Headlights With Wipers If Equipped NOTE When the Headlights With Wipers feature is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position the head lights will turn on approximately ten seconds after the ...

Страница 643: ...he 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 Doors Locks button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks NOTE When the Auto Door Locks feature is selected all doors will lock a...

Страница 644: ...ocked 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 Press Of Key Fob Un locks Driver Door All Doors NOTE When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks Driver Door is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the key fob unlock button You m...

Страница 645: ...er 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 you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob If Equipped NOTE The Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob feat...

Страница 646: ...Vehicle 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 driver vented seat will turn on Engine Off Options After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Easy Exit Seat I...

Страница 647: ...l 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 Air Suspension If Equipped After pressing the Suspension button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Lower NOTE When the Sound ...

Страница 648: ...ension 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 speed Tire Jack Mode NOTE When the Tire Jack Mode feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire Transport Mode NOTE When the Transport Mode feature is se...

Страница 649: ...r 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 Trailer Select Trailer 1 Trailer 2 Trailer 3 Trailer 4 Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH 10 MULTIMEDIA 647 ...

Страница 650: ...ttings 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 Speed Adjusted Vol ume OFF 1 2 3 NOTE The Speed Adjusted Volume feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed Surround Sound If Equipped On Off NOTE The Surround Sound feature provi...

Страница 651: ...ble 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 Auto Reply Message create message Paired Phones and Audio Sources List Of Paired Phones and Audio Sources NOTE The Paired Phones and Audio Sources feature shows which phones and audio sources are pai...

Страница 652: ...omplete 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 experience of joining your favorite song with only a few seconds left to play Channel Skip List of Channels NOTE SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable t...

Страница 653: ...ton 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 the provider online SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription Restore Settings After pressing the Restore Settings button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting N...

Страница 654: ...ed 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 Setting Name Selectable Options System Information System Software Information Screen NOTE When the System Information feature is selected a System Software Information screen will appear displaying t...

Страница 655: ...ol 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 listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre set station that you ...

Страница 656: ...touch 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 Owner s Manual Supplement or visit UconnectPhone com RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your...

Страница 657: ...reless 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 may be restricted in some situations or environments such as aboard airplanes If you are unsure of restrictions you are encouraged to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio The fol...

Страница 658: ...rantee 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 off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 2 Consult an authorized de...

Страница 659: ...your 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 Uconnect 4C 4C NAV 10 MULTIMEDIA 657 ...

Страница 660: ...must 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 Voice Command from current category Uconnect Voice Command Buttons 1 Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call Send Or Receive A Text 2 For All Radios Push To Begin Radio Or Media Functions For 4C ...

Страница 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 your voice recognition system s status Cues appear on the top of the touchscreen Uconnect 3 0 Uconnect 3 10 MULTIMEDIA 659 ...

Страница 662: ...tellite 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 a Voice Command push the VR button and say Help The system will provide you with a list of commands Uconnect 4C 4C NAV Uconnect 3 0 660 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 663: ...ions 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 Uconnect 4C 4C NAV 10 MULTIMEDIA 661 ...

Страница 664: ...etooth 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 of the music on your USB device Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist album song and genre information is displayed Uconnect 3 0 662 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 665: ...one 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 Uconnect 3 Uconnect 4C 4C NAV 10 MULTIMEDIA 663 ...

Страница 666: ...mpts 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 appears in your phone book When a contact has multiple phone numbers you can say Call John Smith work Uconnect 3 0 664 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 667: ...ds 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 to 70 degrees Uconnect 3 Uconnect 4C 4C NAV Phone 10 MULTIMEDIA 665 ...

Страница 668: ...avigation 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 destination push the VR button After the beep say Find address 800 Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills Michigan 2 Then follow the system prompts TIP To start a POI search push the VR button After the beep say Find nea...

Страница 669: ...iusXM 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 equipped vehicles purchased within the continental United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada Services can only be used where coverage is available see coverage map for details SOS Call Theft Alarm Noti...

Страница 670: ...tivate 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 App 4C NAV You re only a few steps away from using remote com mands and playing your favorite music in your car To use the Uconnect App Download the Uconnect App to your mobile device Press the Info ...

Страница 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 day weather forecast Show extended weather TIP Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Command Apple CarPlay If Equipped Apple CarPlay allows you to use your voice to interact with Siri through ...

Страница 672: ...press 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 your Uconnect Owner s Manual Supplement for further information Uconnect 4C 4C NAV Apple CarPlay 670 MULTIMEDIA ...

Страница 673: ...one 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 on the steering wheel or press and hold the Microphone icon within Android Auto to activate Android s VR which recognizes natural voice commands to use a list of your smartphone s features Maps Music...

Страница 674: ...y 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 and Mopar Owner Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC Android is a trademark of Google Inc SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc Uconnect System Support U S resi...

Страница 675: ...c 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 temperatures may become too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc it may be damaged e g scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or h...

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Страница 677: ...NCE 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 677 Service Contract 678 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 679 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 679 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 679 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 679 In Canada 679 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 679 11 ...

Страница 678: ...e 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 satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an autho rized dealer They know...

Страница 679: ...h 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 Islands Customer Service Chrysler International Services LLC P O Box 191857 San Juan 00919 1857 Tel 888 242 6342 Fax 787 782 3345 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist...

Страница 680: ...urer 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 purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited War ranty expires please refer to the contract documents a...

Страница 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 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Admin istrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor ve...

Страница 682: ...students 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 troubleshooting and driv ability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engin...

Страница 683: ...INDEX 12 ...

Страница 684: ...ing 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 344 350 Alarm Panic 23 Alarm Security Alarm 35 191 Alarm System Security Alarm 35 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 547 603 Disposal 549 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 204 Anti Lo...

Страница 685: ...id 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 Camera 410 Camera Rear 410 Camper 152 Capacities Fluid 603 Caps Filler Oil Engine 523 529 530 Power Steering 394 Radiator Coolant Pressure 549 Carbon Monoxide Warning 279 600 Cargo Light 79 Car Washe...

Страница 686: ...tract 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 Refill 547 Inspection 549 551 Points To Remember 551 Pressure Cap 549 Radiator Cap 549 Selection Of Coolant Antifreeze 547 603 604 Corrosion Protection 584 Cruise Light 199 Cupholders 132 Customer Assist...

Страница 687: ...RS 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 When Stuck 509 Hazard Warning Flasher 447 Jacking 468 Jump Starting 502 Emission Control System Maintenance 201 Engine 523 524 525 Air Cleaner 531 Block Heater 294 Break In Recommendations 295 Compartm...

Страница 688: ...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 Flashe...

Страница 689: ...icle 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 74 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 74 Passing 76 Switch 73 Head Restraints 58 Heated Mirrors 71 Heater Engine Block 294 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 74 Hill Descent Control 214 Hill Descen...

Страница 690: ...Key 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 Programming 39 621 641 Key Replacement 34 Keys 20 Key Sentry Immobilizer 33 Lane Change And Turn Signals 78 Lane Change Assist 79 Latches 282 Hood 112 Lead Free Gasoline 596 Leaks Fluid 282 Life Of T...

Страница 691: ...ontrol 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 187 Battery Saver On 187 Electrical Load Reduction 187 Intelligent Battery Sensor 187 Locks Automatic Door 42 Child Protection 43 Power Door 38 Low Tire Pressure System 216 Lubrication Body 541 Lug Nu...

Страница 692: ...ement 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 Recommendation 528 603 Synthetic 530 Viscosity 529 530 603 Oil Filter Change 530 Oil Filter Selection 530 Oil Pressure Light 191 Onboard Diagnostic System 200 Operating Precautions 200 Operator Manua...

Страница 693: ...at 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 Operation 654 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 85 Ramp Travel Index 363 Rear Axle Differential 556 Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails 151 Rear ParkSense System 398 404 Rear Seat Folding 44 55 56 Reclining Rear Seat...

Страница 694: ...278 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 Untwisting 229 Pregnant Women 234 Seat Belt Extender 233 Seat Belt Pretensioner 234 Seat Belt Reminder 224 Seat Belt Maintenance 588 Seat Belt Reminder 224 Seat Belts 224 279 Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...

Страница 695: ...Case 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 Tires 575 Spare Tire 575 577 Spark Plugs 604 Speed Control Accel Decel 397 Cancel 397 Resume 397 Speed Control Cruise Control 395 Stabilizer Sway Bar System 361 Starting 288 289 Automatic Transmissio...

Страница 696: ...ding 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 Speed 570 Inflation Pressures 569 Jacking 468 Life Of Tires 572 Load Capacity 564 565 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 216 Pressure Warning Light 194 Quality Grading 583 Radial 570 Replacement 573 Rotation ...

Страница 697: ...gue 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 553 Shifting 297 Transporting Pets 278 Tread Wear Indicators 572 Turn Signals 78 198 454 456 Uconnect Customer Programmable Features 623 644 Uconnect Settings 613 Uconnect Settings 623 644 Uconnect ...

Страница 698: ...Cluster 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 Wheel Cover 501 Winch 376 Accessories 380 Operation 381 Rigging Techniques 391 Usage 376 Wind Buffeting 109 111 Window Fogging 105 Windows 107 Power 107 Reset Auto Up 108 Windshield Defroster 280 Wind...

Страница 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 deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc used in substitution therefore DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be seriously impaired wit...

Страница 700: ...he 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 RAM TRUCK 1500 2500 3500 2018 ...

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