Dodge 2011 Ram Truck Chassis Cab manual

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    C HAS S I S CAB Chrysler Group LL C OWN ER’S MAN U AL 2011 2011 RAM TR UC K C HASS I S CAB 11DD43-126-AC Second Edition Printed in U.S.A. RAM TRUCK[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................ 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 7 7 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL .................................. 1 [...]

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    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 䡵 V an Conversions/Campers ................. 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number .............. 6 䡵 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 1[...]

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    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it r epresents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepar ed with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with t[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 5[...]

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    W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains W ARNINGS against op- erating procedur es that could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could r esult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual, you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Caution[...]

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    NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS/AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. V ehicle Identification Number 1 INTRODUCTION 7[...]

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    THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 1 2 ▫ W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped ......................... 1 2 ▫ K e y F O B ........................... 1 3 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 1 4 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 1 5 䡵 Sentry Key 威[...]

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    ▫ Remote Open W indow Feature — If Equipped ......................... 2 3 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 2 4 ▫ Programming Additional T ransmitters ...... 2 4 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Replacement .......... 2 4 ▫ General Information ................... 2 5 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 2 6 ▫ How T o Use R[...]

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    ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbag ............................. 4 9 ▫ Airbag System Components .............. 5 1 ▫ Advanced Front Airbag Featur es .......... 5 1 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 54 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 5 9 ▫ Child Restraints ...........[...]

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    A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped Y our vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a W ireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. Y ou can insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch with either side up. Standa[...]

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    Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key , which stores in the r ear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. Y ou can keep the emergency key with you when valet parki[...]

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    T o remove the emer gency 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: Y ou can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinder with either side up. Removing Key Fob From Ignition Place the shift lever in P ARK (if equipped with an automatic tr[...]

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    Information Center (EVIC) /Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Featur es)” in “Understanding Y our In- strument Panel” for further information. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don[...]

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    SENTR Y KEY 姞 The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System prevents unautho- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regar dless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and W irel[...]

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    All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electr onics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are pr ogrammed 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 Se[...]

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    General Information The Sentry Key 威 system complies with FCC rules Part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation. VEHI[...]

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    NOTE: If the V ehicle Security Light stays on continu- ously during vehicle operation, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . T o Disarm the System Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door . If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors and the V ehicle Security Light w[...]

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    • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the extr eme left position. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held radio transmitter with integrated key . The transmi[...]

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    Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you pr ogram the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter . T o change the current setting, pr oceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Electr onic V ehicle Information Center [...]

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    Flash Lamps with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter . This feature can be turned on or turned off. T o change the current setting, pr oceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EV[...]

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    Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter . This feature can be turned on or turned off. T o change the current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Program- mable Fe[...]

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    Using the Panic Alarm T o turn the Panic Alarm featur e ON or OFF , press and hold the P ANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes u[...]

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    1. W ith the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. 2. Remove and replace the battery . A void touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery , clean it with r[...]

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    REMOTE ST ARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security . The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto- matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start[...]

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    Remote Start Abort Message on Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits r emote start prema- turely: • Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar • Remote Start Aborted - Hood Ajar • Remote Start Aborted - Fuel Low • Remote Start Aborted [...]

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    NOTE: T o avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE ST AR T button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request. T o Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the V ehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, pr ess and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and d[...]

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    DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Front and r ear 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 r emain locked when closed. The emergency key will unlock the driver door lock on your vehicle. W [...]

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    Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door LOCK switch while the Key Fob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you fr om accidentally locking your Key Fob in the vehicle.[...]

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    • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedur e: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming pr ocedure.) 3. Place the Key Fob into the ignition. 4. W ithin 15 seconds cycle the Key Fob from the OFF po[...]

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    • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following procedur e: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chimes that may be confusing during this programming pr ocedure.) 3. Insert the Key Fob into the ignition. 4. W ithin 15 seconds, cycle the Key Fob from the OFF [...]

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    T o use the system, open each rear door , use a flat blade screwdriver (or emer gency key) and rotate the dial 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. W ARNING! A void trapping any[...]

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    WINDOWS Power Windows – If Equipped The control on the left fr ont door panel has UP-DOWN switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window contr ol and on the rear doors of the Cr ew Cab models. The windows will operate when the ignition sw[...]

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    W ARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Auto-Down Both the driver and front passenger wi[...]

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    rough r oad conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually . • If the Auto-Up function is lost, reset the Auto-Up function by running the window all the way up (by holding the switch in the first up detent) and th[...]

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    Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the per ception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Y our vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or in partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buf feting occurs with the rear windows open, open the fr ont and [...]

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    W ARNING! In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly . Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver , [...]

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    W ARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly . • W earing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body . These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of an accident best. W earing your belt in the wrong place [...]

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    2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.?[...]

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    W ARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly . In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the [...]

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    4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an accident. W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase[...]

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    W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an accident and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (ben[...]

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    2. T o reattach the seat belt to the fr ont center seat, pull the black buckle latch plate forward fr om the cab back panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there is an audible “click”. For proper seatbelt usage, r efer “Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions”. W ARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop-[...]

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    W ARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in an accident. • When reattaching the black latch and black buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted. If the webbing i[...]

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    Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front r ow outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downwar d to help position the belt away from your neck. Pr ess the button located on the upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best. As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer[...]

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    W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous. • A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down and under the belt in a collision. • A belt that is too loose or too high will apply crash forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip bones. In either case, the risk of internal injuries is greater . W ear a lap belt low and [...]

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    Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert 姞 ) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the BeltAlert 威 will alert the driver to buckle the seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. O[...]

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    Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use seat belts throughout their pr egnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. T[...]

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    mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove com- partment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Airbags. The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have differ ent rates of inflation based on the severit[...]

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    Airbag System Components Y our vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag system components: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Airbag W arning Light • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Knee Impact Bolster • Driver Advanced Front Airbag • Passenger Advanced Front Airbag • Front Seat Belt Pr etensioners, Seat[...]

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    W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually . Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing. • Do not drill, cut or tampe[...]

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    ride properly buckled up in the r ear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a r ear facing child seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child r estraint. (Refer to “Child Restraints”) Y ou shou[...]

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    Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system requir ed for this vehicle. The ORC determines if deployment of the front airbags in a frontal collision is r equired. Based on impact sensor signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, as requir[...]

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    The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag W arning Light in the instrument panel for appr oxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self-check, the[...]

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    instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and fr ont passenger . The Advanced Front Airbag gas is vented throug[...]

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    If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and fr ont passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction r ope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymna[...]

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    Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right [...]

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    Airbag W arning Light Y ou will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Airbag W arning Light monitors the internal circuits and inter connecting wiring associated with airbag system electrical components. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an au[...]

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    • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, • How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur . NOTE: EDR data are r ecorded [...]

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    W ARNING! In an accident, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap can become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper[...]

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    children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year . These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who ar e still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly . If the child cannot sit with knee[...]

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    Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint: • Before buying any r estraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. Chrysler Gr oup LLC also recommends that you make sure that you can install the child r estraint in the vehicle where you will use it befor e you buy it[...]

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    W ARNING! Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in an accident. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) Each vehicle is equipped with the child rest[...]

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    Because the lower anchorages are to be intr oduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor - ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt. They will also have tether straps, and you are ur ged to take advantage of all of[...]

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    W e urge you to car efully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child r estraint. Many , but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector , and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler r estraints and some rearwar d-facing [...]

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    then allow the belt to retract into the r etractor . For additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic Locking Mode”. T o install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the r etractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Next, extract all the seat b[...]

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    T ether Anchorage Points at the Right and Center Front Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor dir ectly behind the seat. 2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to the square opening in [...]

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    Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence (Crew Cab — Rear Seats) 1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and reaching between the r ear glass and rear seat. The tether strap may be retained with an elastic band. Accessibility to the tether strap is greatly impr oved by raising the seat cushion to the “up” position. Remove[...]

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    Multiple Child Restraint Crew Cab 1 — Inner Anchor Strap Ring(s) 2 — Snap Hook 3 — T ether Strap 4 — Passenger’s Side Rear Child Seat 5 — Rear Center Child Seat 6 — Driver’s Side Rear Child Seat 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    Children T oo Large for Booster Seats Children who ar e large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably , and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be lo[...]

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    The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur . For the recommended viscosity and quality grades r efer to “Maintenance Procedur es” in “Maintaining Y our V e- hicle”. NON[...]

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    Exhaust Gas W ARNING! 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. T o avoid breathing (CO) follow these safety tips: Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle [...]

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    Front seat belt assemblies must be r eplaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor , torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question r egarding belt or retractor condition, r eplace the belt. Airbag W arning Light The light should come on and remain on for four [...]

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    W ARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and inter- fering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle. • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats. Additional floor mats and o[...]

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    Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside the V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tr ead wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect the tr ead and sidewall for cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires (including spar e) for proper pressur e. [...]

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors .............................. 8 1 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................ 8 1 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 82 ▫ Outside Mirrors ...................... 8 2 ▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Featur e .......... 8 3 ▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ............ [...]

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    ▫ General Information .................. 1 1 8 䡵 V oice Command — If Equipped ........... 1 1 8 ▫ V oice Command System Operation ........ 1 1 8 ▫ Commands ........................ 1 1 9 ▫ V oice T raining ...................... 1 2 2 䡵 Seats .............................. 1 2 3 ▫ Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped ...... 1 2 3 ?[...]

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    ▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights ......... 1 4 2 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 1 4 2 ▫ Interior Lights ...................... 1 4 3 ▫ Cargo Light ........................ 1 4 4 ▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 1 4 4 ▫ Battery Saver ....................... 1 4 4 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 1 4 5 [...]

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    䡵 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver — If Equipped .......................... 1 6 0 䡵 Power Inverter — If Equipped ............ 1 6 0 䡵 Cupholders .......................... 1 6 2 ▫ Front Instr ument Panel Cupholders — (40–20–40 Seats) ..................... 1 6 2 ▫ Front Instr ument Panel Cupholders — Floor Storage Bin ...........[...]

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    MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control lever under the mirr or to the night position (lever flipped toward the r ear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted with the lever set in the day position (lever flipped toward the windshield). The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view thr oug[...]

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    Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glar e from vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pr essing the button at the base of the mirror . A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during[...]

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    W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in a 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 passenger side [...]

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    Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirr ors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. The power mirror contr ols consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirr or control switch. T o adjust a mirror , press the mirr or select button for the mirror that you want to adjust. Using the mirr or control switch, press on[...]

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    Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated by pr essing the rear window defroster button. Illuminated V anity Mirror — If Equipped Illuminated vanity mirrors ar e located on each sun visor . T o use the mirror , rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upwar d. The lights w[...]

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    “Slide-On-Rod” Features of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. T o use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, r otate the sun visor downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the “Slide-On-Rod” until the sun visor is in the desir[...]

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    T railer T owing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a gr eater vision range when towing extra-wide loads. T o change position inboard or out- board, the mirr or head should be rotated (flipped in or out). NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors r earward prior to entering an automated car was[...]

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    Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ “W ork” or “Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212”). Y our cellular phone’s audio is tra[...]

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    linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages. W ARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in an accide[...]

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    Operation V oice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone menu structur e. V oice commands are requir ed after most Uconnect™ Phone prompts. Y ou will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for t[...]

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    Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and you will be returned to the main menu. However , in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) Uconnect™ Phone to a Cellular Phone T o begin using your Uconnect™ Phone, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth 威 enabled cellular phon[...]

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    phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are pr esent in the vehicle, the Uconnect™ Phone will use the priority three cellular phone when you make a call. Y ou can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to “Advanced Phone Conne[...]

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    Add Names to Y our Uconnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Phonebook New Entry”. • When prompted, say the name of the new entry . Use of long names helps the V oice Comman[...]

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    • T o call a name from downloaded (or Uconnect™) Phonebook, follow the procedur e in “Call by Saying a Name” section. • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins as soon as the Bluetooth 威 wireless phone connection is made to the Uconnect™ Phone, for example, after you start the vehicle. • A maximum of 1000 entries per pho[...]

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    Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone. NOTE: • The phone handset must support Bluetooth 威 OBEX transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are alr eady connected to any system via [...]

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    After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu. “Phonebook Edit” can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a[...]

  • Page 98

    Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Phonebook Erase All”. • The Uconnect™ Phone will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be deleted. • No[...]

  • Page 99

    Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed thr ough the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) ar e available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides thr ee-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with your cellular service provider for the featur es that[...]

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    in progr ess. T o go back to the first call, refer to “T oggling Between Calls” in this section. T o combine two calls, refer to “Conference Call” in this section. Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold T o put a call on hold, press the button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. T o bring the call back from hold,[...]

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    • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Redial”. • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that was dialed from your cellular phone. NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the Uconnect™ Phone. Call Continuation Call continuation is the progr ession of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the v[...]

  • Page 102

    • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language. NOTE: After every Uconnect™ Phone language change operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone- book is usable. The paired phone name is not language- specific and usab[...]

  • Page 103

    W ARNING! T o use your Uconnect™ Phone System in an emer- gency , your cellular phone must be: • turned on, • paired to the Uconnect™ System, • and have network coverage. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance: • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “T owing Assistance”. N[...]

  • Page 104

    W orking with Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system. Y ou can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice mail system or an automated service, such as a paging service or automated customer service line. Some se[...]

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    Barge In - Overriding Prompts The “V oice Command” button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice command immediately . For example, if a prompt is asking “W ould you like to pair a phone, clear a...,” you could press the button and say , “Pair a Phone” to select that option without having to listen to th[...]

  • Page 106

    NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progr ess. Once your call is answered, you will hear the a[...]

  • Page 107

    phone and the Uconnect™ Phone, follow the instructions described in your cellular phone User’s Manual. List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup Phone Pairing”. • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone nam[...]

  • Page 108

    Delete Uconnect™ Phone Paired Cellular Phones • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup Phone Pairing”. • At the next prompt, say “Delete” and follow the prompts. • Y ou can also press the button at any time while the list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to d[...]

  • Page 109

    best results, the V oice T raining session should be com- pleted when the vehicle is parked with the engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This procedur e may be repeated with a new user . The system will adapt to the last trained voice only . Reset • press the button. • After the “Ready” prompt, and the follo[...]

  • Page 110

    • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, Fr ench, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of speaking the digit string, make s[...]

  • Page 111

    • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. • Performance, such as audio clarity , echo, and loudness to a large degr ee rely on the phone and network, and not the Uconnect™ Phone. • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • In a conver[...]

  • Page 112

    Send Messages: Y ou can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. T o send a new message: • Press the button. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “SMS Send” or “Send Messages.” • Y ou can either say the message you wish to send or say “List Messages.” There ar e 20 preset messages. T o send a message, press the[...]

  • Page 113

    16. Can this wait? 17. Bye for now 18. When can we meet 19. Send number to call 20. Start without me T urn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF T urning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop the system from announcing the new incoming mes- sages. • Press the button. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup, Incoming[...]

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    3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 13[...]

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    1 14 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 15[...]

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    V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 1 16 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

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    V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous recor d again redial V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistan[...]

  • Page 119

    General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly appr oved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • This device may not cause harmful interf[...]

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    NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the V oice Command button, listen for the beep, and say your command. Pressing the V oice Command button while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The sys[...]

  • Page 121

    Changing the V olume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the V oice Command button. 2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”). 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the V oice Command system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for V oice Command is different than the audio system. Main Menu Start a dia[...]

  • Page 122

    • “Previous Station” (to select the pr evious station) • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) Satellite Radio T o switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat” or “Satellite Radio”. In this mode, you may say the following com- mands: • “Channel Number” (to change the chann[...]

  • Page 123

    − “Continue” (to continue recor ding) − “Delete” (to delete the recor ding) • “Play Memos” (to play previously r ecorded memos) — During the playback you may press the V oice Command button to stop playing memos. Y ou proceed by saying one of the following commands: − “Repeat” (to repeat a memo) − “Next” (to play the[...]

  • Page 124

    1. Press the V oice Command button, say “System Setup” and once you are in that menu then say “V oice T raining.” This will train your own voice to the system and will improve r ecognition. 2. Repeat the words and phrases when pr ompted by Uconnect™ V oice. For best results, the “V oice T raining” session should be completed when the [...]

  • Page 125

    position, then release the handle to lock the seat into position. Using body pressur e, move forward and rear - ward on the seat to be sur e that the seat adjusters have latched. W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly a[...]

  • Page 126

    W ARNING! • Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seat- back to swing (dump) forward on manual recliner seats. Do not stand or lean in front of the seat while actuating the handle. The seatback may swing forward and hit you causing injury . This dump feature allows access to the storage bin behind the seat. T o avoid injury , place your ha[...]

  • Page 127

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Y ou can be seriously , even fatally , injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. If you ride in this position, the shoulder harness will no longer be restraining you. In an accident you could slide under the[...]

  • Page 128

    Rear Head Restraints The outboard head r estraints can be adjusted. T o raise the head restraint, pull upwar d on the head restraint. T o lower the head restraint, pr ess the large button, located on the base of the head restraint, and push downwar d on the head restraint. NOTE: The rear center head r estraint (Crew Cab only) is fixed and cannot be[...]

  • Page 129

    There ar e two power seat switches that are used to control the movement of the seat cushion and the seat- back. Adjusting the sear forward or rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and r earward. Push the seat switch forward or r earward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desir [...]

  • Page 130

    Reclining the seatback The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or rearwar d. Push the seatback switch forward or rearwar d, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desir ed position. W ARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could resu[...]

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    Power Lumbar — If Equipped V ehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be also be equipped with power lumbar . The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to incr ease the lumbar support. Push the switch rearwar d to decrease the lumbar support. Heated Seats — If Equipped On[...]

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    W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat. CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heati[...]

  • Page 133

    The heated seats switch from HIGH to LOW and fr om LOW to OFF automatically , based on time and tempera- ture of the seat. The heated seats can operate on HIGH heat for as little as 4 minutes and up to 30 minutes before switching to LOW heat. Once a seat has switched to the LOW heat setting it may operate for an additional 60 minutes before automat[...]

  • Page 134

    NOTE: • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. • The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate. The heated seats switch from HIGH to LOW and fr om LOW to OFF automatically , based on time and tempera- ture of the seat. The heated seats can operate on HIGH heat for as little as 4 minutes and u[...]

  • Page 135

    V ehicles Equipped with Remote Start On models equipped with remote start, the drivers ventilated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Y our V ehicle” for further information. 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided[...]

  • Page 136

    Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can also be pro- grammed to recall the same positions when the UN- LOCK button is pressed. NOTE: The power lumbar option is not programmable with driver memory seats. Y our vehicle was delivered with two RKE transmitters. One or both RKE transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can acc[...]

  • Page 137

    performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a RKE transmitter to recall memory positions. 8. T urn the ignition OFF and remove the key . 9. Press and r elease the LOCK button on one of the RKE transmitters. 10. Repeat the above steps to set the next memory position using the other numbered memory button or to link another RKE transmitter [...]

  • Page 138

    T o Disable a RKE T ransmitter Linked to Memory 1. T urn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key . 2. Press and r elease the memory SET button located on the driver’s seat. 3. W ithin 10 seconds, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter . T o disable another RKE transmitter linked to either memory position, re[...]

  • Page 139

    Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control This additional feature pr ovides automatic driver’s seat positioning which will enhance driver mobility into and out of the vehicle. The seat cushion will move rearwar d approximately 2.5 in (60 mm) when the key is r emoved from the ignition switch. The seat will move forwar d approximately 2.5 in (60 mm) [...]

  • Page 140

    2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever from right to left to r elease it, before raising the hood. CAUTION! T o 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. W ARNING! Be sure the hood is fully [...]

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    LIGHTS The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- light switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, car go lights and fog lights (if equipped). Y our vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that ar[...]

  • Page 142

    Headlights T o turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel lights ar e also turned on. T o turn off the headlights, r otate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position. Automatic Headlights This system automatically turn[...]

  • Page 143

    Headlight Delay T o aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for approximately 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 cancelled by either turning the headlight [...]

  • Page 144

    illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight switch is rotated to the of f position, or the high beam is selected. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the fr ont doors are opened, when the dimmer contr ol (rotating wheel on the bottom of the s[...]

  • Page 145

    Cargo Light The cargo lights ar e turned on by pressing on the cargo button. The cargo lights will also turn on for appr oximately 30 seconds when a RKE transmitter UNLOCK button is pressed, as part of the Illuminated Entry featur e. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights ar e left on after the ignition is turned OFF [...]

  • Page 146

    Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except P ARK. This provides a constant ⬙ Lights ON ⬙ condition until the ignition is turned OFF . The lights illuminate at less than 50% of normal intensity . If the parking brake is applied, the D[...]

  • Page 147

    Lane Change Assist T ap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn of f. Flash-T o-Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel. This will cause the high beam hea[...]

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    Intermittent W iper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the contr ol knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay interval decreases as you r otate the knob until it e[...]

  • Page 149

    T o prevent fr eeze-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 washer fluid containers. W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehic[...]

  • Page 150

    W ARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. DRIVE[...]

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    The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of the steering column. Adjustment 1. Position the driver’s seat so that you are at least 10 in (25.4 cm) away from the airbag, located in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. Move the adjustable pedal switch in the direction you desire the pedals to move.[...]

  • Page 152

    W ARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. Y ou could lose control and have an accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. HEA TED 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 setti[...]

  • Page 153

    W ARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion, or other physical conditions must exer- cise care when using the steering wheel heater . It may cause burns even at low temperatures, espe- cially if used for long periods. •[...]

  • Page 154

    T o Activate Push the ON/OFF button (located in the end of the lever) once and the cruise indicator light (located in the mes- sage window of the cluster) will illuminate showing that the Electronic Speed Contr ol system is on. T o turn the Electronic Speed Contr ol system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time and both the Electronic Speed Cont[...]

  • Page 155

    V arying The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Contr ol is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing up and holding the RESUME ACCEL lever . If the lever is continually held in the RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is r eleased, then the new set speed will be established. T apping the RESUME ACCEL l[...]

  • Page 156

    W ARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Y our ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy , snow-covered or slippery . OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUI[...]

  • Page 157

    (RKE) transmitter , if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pr essing on the corresponding lens. NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will r emain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sur e they have been turned off befor e leaving the vehicle. If the interior lights are left on after the ignition i[...]

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    ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary 12 V olt (13 Amp) power outlets can pr ovide power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 V olt power outlets have a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12V DC”, together with either a key symbol or a battery symbol. A key symbol indicates that the key[...]

  • Page 159

    • Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment — if equipped. • Rear of the center console storage compartment — Crew Cab. The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply power when the key is in the ON or ACC positions. All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned of f when the vehicle is not in use[...]

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    W ARNING! T o avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 V olt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. CAUTION! • Many accessori[...]

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    CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter ar e available. For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be used to hold the ash receiver . For vehicles equipped with a floor console the cuphold- ers may be used. POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED A 1 15 V olt (150 W atts Maximum) outlet is located[...]

  • Page 162

    T o avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter . The power inverter switch is located on the switch bank below the Climate Controls. T o turn on the power outlet, press the switch once. Pr ess the switch a second time to turn the power outlet off. NOTE: • When the power inverter switch[...]

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    W ARNING! T o avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adapter . • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure. CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — (40–20–40 Seats)[...]

  • Page 164

    Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Storage Bin For vehicles equipped with bucket seats two cupholders are located in the floor storage bin. Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab Crew Cab vehicles ar e equipped with rear cupholders located in the center armrest. Cupholders Crew Cab Rear Armrest Cupholder 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 165

    STORAGE Glove Box Storage The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and featur es both an upper (if equipped) and lower storage area. T o open the upper glove box push upward on the handle release. The glove box door will automatically open. Glove Box 1 — Upper Glove Box (If Equipped) 2 — Lower Glove Box Upper Glove[...]

  • Page 166

    T o open the lower glove box, pull on the handle to release the latch and lower the door . Door Storage Front Door Storage — If Equipped Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) ar e located in the door trim panels. Lower Glove Box Front Door Storage 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165[...]

  • Page 167

    Rear Door Storage — Crew Cab Storage compartments are located in both the driver and passenger 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 armr est and contains both and upper and lower storage area. Rear Door Sto[...]

  • Page 168

    W ARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or an accident. Only use the center seating position when the armrest is fully upright. • In an accident, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg). These items could be thrown [...]

  • Page 169

    W ith the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to open the lower storage bin. Seatback Storage Located in the back of both the driver and passenger front seats ar e pockets that can be used for storage. Lower Storage Bin Drivers Side Seatback Storage 168 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE[...]

  • Page 170

    Storage (Regular Cab) The storage bin is located behind the front seats and r uns the length of the cab. Storage and Seats (Crew Cab) The Crew Cab models pr ovide additional storage under the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com- partment. T o open the storage compartments, lift upward on the handle of the latch and open the lid. St[...]

  • Page 171

    CAUTION! Always lift the storage compartment lids by using the handle. Failure to lift the lids by using the handle can result in damage to the lids. Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models) Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the seats. Grocery Bag Hooks 170 UNDERST [...]

  • Page 172

    REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defr oster button is located on the climate control panel. Pr ess this button to turn on the rear window defr oster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defr oster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns [...]

  • Page 173

    Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console. Pr ess the left side of the switch to open the glass and the right side of the switch to close the glass. Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry fr om the [...]

  • Page 174

    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Featur es ............... 1 7 6 䡵 Instrument Cluster — Base ............... 1 7 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster — Pr emium ........... 1 7 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 1 7 9 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ......................[...]

  • Page 175

    䡵 Media Center 730N/430/430N (RER/RBZ/ RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NA V — If Equipped . . . 210 ▫ Operating Instructions (V oice Command System) — If Equipped ................ 2 1 0 ▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped ...................... 2 1 0 䡵 Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ......... 2 1 1 ▫ Operating Instructions[...]

  • Page 176

    䡵 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only) .... 2 4 0 ▫ System Activation .................... 2 4 0 ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 2 4 1 ▫ Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode ............................. 2 4 1 ▫ Satellite Antenna .......[...]

  • Page 177

    INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — 1 15v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — T ransfer Case Position Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 14 — Ignition Switch 3 — Radio 9 — Lower Switch Bank 15 — Hood Release 4 — Upper Switch Bank 10 — Cup Holders 16 — Parking Brake Release 5 — Upper Glove Compartment 1 [...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 177[...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM 178 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. T achometer The T achometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. CAUTION! Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer at high RPM for extended periods. Engine damage may occur . 2. T urn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operat[...]

  • Page 181

    CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately[...]

  • Page 182

    If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the P ARK position, the light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine r unning, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however , see an autho- rized dealer fo[...]

  • Page 183

    10. TOW/HAUL The TOW HAUL button is located on the center stack switch bank. This light will illumi- nate when TOW HAUL mode is selected 1 1. V ehicle Security Light — If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed[...]

  • Page 184

    service, so that you can be sure that it is pr operly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zer o. The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. T o switch from odometer to trip odometers, pr ess and release the TRIP ODOMETER button. T o reset a trip odometer , display the desired trip odom- eter t[...]

  • Page 185

    the TRIP button to turn of f the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). noFUSE If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is impr operly in[...]

  • Page 186

    NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary r epeat this procedure. 15. Engine T emperature W arning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime w[...]

  • Page 187

    17. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches appr oximately 3.0 gal (1 1.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- cator will display in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for [...]

  • Page 188

    21. Brake W arning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low , or that there is a pr oblem with the Anti-lock Brake System reservoir . If the light remains on when the [...]

  • Page 189

    W ARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. Y ou could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately . V ehicles equipped with the ABS, ar e also equipped with Electronic Brake For ce Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failu[...]

  • Page 190

    Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. 23. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which monitors the emissions and engine control sys- tem. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing, the [...]

  • Page 191

    W ARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic converter , as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants or wood or cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious injury to the driver , occu- pants or others. 24. Air[...]

  • Page 192

    27. T ransmission T emperature W arning Light This light indicates that there is excessive trans- mission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- r oad operation). If [...]

  • Page 193

    belt remains unbuckled, the seat belt r eminder light will flash or remain on continuously . Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things T o Know Before Starting Y our V ehicle” for further information. 29. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch [...]

  • Page 194

    NOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass. This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: • V ehicle Info display • V ehicle information warning mes[...]

  • Page 195

    Steering wheel EVIC control button, as it appears on the left side of the steer- ing wheel. Press and r elease the UP button to scroll up- ward thr ough the main menus (DTE, mi/gal, System Info, Messages, Units, Setup) and sub menus. Press and r elease the DOWN button to scroll downward thr ough the main menus and sub menus. Steering wheel EVIC con[...]

  • Page 196

    Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages: • Left front turn signal lamp out • Right front turn signal lamp out • Left rear turn signal lamp out • Right rear turn signal lamp out • Service air filter • Check T ire Pr essure • Perform service ?[...]

  • Page 197

    • T urn Signal On • RKE Battery Low • LOW W ASHER FLUID • Oil Change Due > Dealer Info • Park Assist On • Park Assist Off • W arning Object Detected • Left Front T urn Signal Light Out • Left Rear T urn Signal Light Out • Right Front T urn Signal Light Out • Right Rear T urn Signal Light Out • Service Park Assist System ?[...]

  • Page 198

    • Memory System Unavailable — Seatbelt Buckled • Memory 1 Profile Recall • Memory 2 Profile Recall • Adjustable Pedals Unavailable — V ehicle in Reverse • Adjustable Pedals Unavailable — Cruise Engaged • T o T ow V ehicle Safely , Read Neutral Shift Procedur e in Owners Manual EVIC W arning Lights • Door Ajar This light will tur[...]

  • Page 199

    • Electronic Speed Contr ol Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON. • Electronic Thr ottle Control (ETC) Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Thr ottle Control (ETC) system. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does[...]

  • Page 200

    shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- hicle. If the temperature r eading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If Y our Engine Overheats” in “What T o Do In Emergencies” for mor e information. • SER V 4WD The SER V 4WD light monitors the electric shift 4WD system. If the [...]

  • Page 201

    scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. T o turn off the message temporarily , press an[...]

  • Page 202

    significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the ⬙ LOW FUEL ⬙ text and a new DTE value will display . EVIC A verage Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will r ead “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased and the a[...]

  • Page 203

    T o Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and r elease the ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER button once to clear the resettable function being displayed. V ehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Press and r elease the UP or DOWN button until “V ehicle Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SE[...]

  • Page 204

    Compass / T emperature Display The compass readings indicate the dir ection the vehicle is facing. The EVIC will display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperatur e. NOTE: • The system will display the last known outside tem- perature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- tu[...]

  • Page 205

    NOTE: A good calibration requir es a level surface and an environment fr ee from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, undergr ound cables, railroad tracks, etc. Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the EVIC display , you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manual[...]

  • Page 206

    1. T urn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the System Setup (Customer-Pr ogrammable Features) menu is reached, then press the SELECT button. 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass V ariance” message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT button. The last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Pres[...]

  • Page 207

    Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the following choices. Select Language When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the UP or DOWN button while in this display and scr oll through the language choices. Pr ess the SELE[...]

  • Page 208

    feature showing the system has been activated, or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated. Remote Unlock Sequence When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE transmitter U[...]

  • Page 209

    Horn W ith Remote Lock When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the Flash Lamps with Lock feature. T o make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark ap- pears next to the feature showing the system has been[...]

  • Page 210

    Key-Off Power Delay When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF . Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. T o make your selectio[...]

  • Page 211

    make your selection, press and r elease the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed, showing the system has been deactivated. Remote Start Comfort Sys. When this feature is selected and the r emote start is activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated [...]

  • Page 212

    MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME[...]

  • Page 213

    SEEK Buttons Press and r elease the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. TIME Button [...]

  • Page 214

    Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a thir d time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the treb[...]

  • Page 215

    SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory . The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corr esponding button number will display . Button s1-6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commi[...]

  • Page 216

    If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number , and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. CAUTION! • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs only . The use of o[...]

  • Page 217

    the current selection. Pr essing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling thr ough the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display fr om a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display . R W/FF Press and hold the FF (Fast Forwar d) button and the CD player will begin to fast forw[...]

  • Page 218

    Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs r ecorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor - mally . UDF and Apple HFS formats[...]

  • Page 219

    When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rate. MPEG Specification Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit Rate[...]

  • Page 220

    T o increase the speed of disc loading, it is r ecommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. T o create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option before writing to the disc. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as[...]

  • Page 221

    MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SA TELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the[...]

  • Page 222

    SEEK Buttons Press and r elease the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. V oice Comman[...]

  • Page 223

    3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. Pr ess the TUNE/SCROLL contr ol knob to save time change. 5. T o exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. The clock can also be set by pressi[...]

  • Page 224

    Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a thir d time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the treb[...]

  • Page 225

    Program T ype 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious T alk Rel T alk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Sports Sports T alk T alk Program T ype 16-Digit C[...]

  • Page 226

    hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Pr ess the TUNE/SCROLL contr ol knob to save time change. AM/FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. SET/RND Button — T o Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiv[...]

  • Page 227

    Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recor dable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-R W), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 [...]

  • Page 228

    EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF . NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on[...]

  • Page 229

    Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran- dom Play . Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however , acceptable MP3 file recor ding media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported Media (Disc T ypes) The MP3 file recor ding media supported by the radio are [...]

  • Page 230

    Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as ⬙ keep disc open after writing ⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer [...]

  • Page 231

    Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-R W media may take longer to load than C[...]

  • Page 232

    Press and hold the INFO button again for thr ee seconds to return to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ display . Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and pla[...]

  • Page 233

    radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- come kit that contains general information, including how to setup your on-line listening account. For further information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www .sirius.com, or at www- .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Electronic Serial Number/Siri[...]

  • Page 234

    Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interr upted due to one of the following reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an undergr ound parking structur e or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interr upt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent [...]

  • Page 235

    R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arr ows. TUNE Control (Rotary) T urn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the channel. MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music T ype mo[...]

  • Page 236

    selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory . Y ou may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above pr ocedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window . Each button can be set for SET [...]

  • Page 237

    UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod 威 and iPhone 威 devices. Some iPod 威 software versions may not fully support the UCI features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, connecting an iPod 威 to this port does not play the media. For playing an iPod 威 , use the separate 16–pin c[...]

  • Page 238

    • The iPod 威 can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play , Browse, and List the iPod 威 contents. • The iPod 威 battery charges when plugged into the UCI connector (if supported by the specific iPod 威 device) Controlling The iPod 姞 Using Radio Buttons T o get into the UCI (iPod 威 ) mode and access a connected iPod 威 , press th[...]

  • Page 239

    jump to the previous track in the list; pr essing this button at any other time in the track, it will jump to the beginning of the track. Pressing the SEEK >> button during play mode, it will jump to the next track in the list. • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.[...]

  • Page 240

    the track detail on the radio display . Once the track to be played is highlighted on the radio display , press the TUNE contr ol knob to select and start playing the track. T urning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll thr ough the list faster . During fast scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on the radio display may be noticed. ?[...]

  • Page 241

    • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your iPod 威 . CAUTION! • Leaving the iPod 威 (or any supported device) any- where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or damage the device. Follow the device manufacturer ’ s guidelines. • Placing items on the iPod 威[...]

  • Page 242

    information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www .sirius.com, or at www- .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available when calling: 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)[...]

  • Page 243

    bikes should be placed as far rearwar d as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna. Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interr upted due to one of the following reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an undergr ound parking structur e or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree c[...]

  • Page 244

    INFO Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song T itle, and Composer (if avail- able). Also, pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the Song T itle all of the time (press and hold again to r eturn to normal display). R W/FF Pressing the R W (Rew[...]

  • Page 245

    SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items: • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number . This number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius subscription. SET Button – T o Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are r eceiving a channel that you wis[...]

  • Page 246

    STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system contr ols are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right hand control is a r ocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center . Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume, and pr essing the bottom of t[...]

  • Page 247

    The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed in the radio pr e-set pushbuttons. CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the[...]

  • Page 248

    NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair , moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. T ry a known good disc before considering disc player service. RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular ph[...]

  • Page 249

    Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Front Blower Control There ar e four blower speeds. Use this control to r egulate the amou[...]

  • Page 250

    temperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the r ed area, indicates warmer temperatur es. NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu- lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and thr oug[...]

  • Page 251

    Mix Mode Air is directed thr ough the floor , defr ost and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that requir e extra heat at the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort, while reducing moistur e on the windshield. Defrost Mode Air is directed thr ough the windshield and side window demist o[...]

  • Page 252

    • In cold or damp weather , the use of the Recirculation mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum defogging, select the Outside Air position. • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- ing the mode control selection by pr essing the A/C button. Air Outlets The airflow fr[...]

  • Page 253

    MAX A/C For maximum cooling, when MAX A/C is selected the A/C is turned on automatically and the air is recir cu- lated. NOTE: A/C cannot be deselected when in MAX A/C position. The LED will blink three times if the A/C button is pushed. Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) — If Equipped • The Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) allows both [...]

  • Page 254

    Automatic Operation 1. Position the MODE control knob to the Auto position on the Automatic T emperature Contr ol (A TC) Panel. 2. Position the BLOWER control knob in the Auto posi- tion on the A TC Panel. 3. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and front passenger temperature buttons. Once the [...]

  • Page 255

    NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and fan speed to pr ovide comfort as quickly as possible. • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units by selecting the US/M customer-pr ogrammable feature. Refer to the “Electr onic V ehi[...]

  • Page 256

    selected. This allows the front occupants to contr ol the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Auto mode. The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the following positions. Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instr ument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direc[...]

  • Page 257

    The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system. When in A/C mode and the A TC is set to a cool temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air outlets. If Economy mode is desir ed, press the A/C button to turn off the A/C mode in the A TC display and deactivate the A/C system[...]

  • Page 258

    glycol antifreeze coolant and 50% water is r ecommended. Refer to “Maintenance Procedur es” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for proper coolant selection. Winter Operation T o ensure the best possible heater and defr oster perfor- mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- ing properly and the pr oper amount, type, and concen- t[...]

  • Page 259

    Operating Tips 258 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL[...]

  • Page 260

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 2 6 3 ▫ Normal Starting ..................... 2 6 3 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ............... 2 6 3 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................ 2 6 4 ▫ After Starting ....................... 2 6 5 䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ........ 2 6 5 䡵 Autom[...]

  • Page 261

    ▫ Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case (Four-Position Switch) – If Equipped ....... 2 7 8 ▫ Shifting Procedur e ................... 2 8 2 䡵 Limited-Slip Differ ential ................. 2 8 4 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 2 8 5 䡵 Driving Through W ater ................. 2 8 5 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater ................. 2 [...]

  • Page 262

    ▫ Replacement T ires .................... 3 1 1 䡵 Supplemental T ire Pr essure Information — If Equipped .......................... 3 1 3 䡵 T ire Chains .......................... 3 1 3 䡵 Snow T ires .......................... 3 1 5 䡵 T ire Rotation Recommendations ........... 3 1 5 ▫ Dual Rear Wheels .................... 3 1 6 䡵 Fu[...]

  • Page 263

    ▫ T owing T ips ........................ 3 3 9 䡵 Snowplow .......................... 3 4 0 ▫ Before Plowing ...................... 3 4 1 ▫ Snowplow Prep Package Model A vailability ......................... 3 4 1 ▫ Over The Road Operation W ith Snowplow Attached .......................... 3 4 2 ▫ Operating T ips ...................... 3[...]

  • Page 264

    ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. W aiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter fr om overheating. W ARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Le[...]

  • Page 265

    If Engine Fails T o Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” procedur e, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not [...]

  • Page 266

    If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key fob is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor . Release the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is running smoothly . If the engine shows no sign of starting af[...]

  • Page 267

    AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into P ARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Do not shift from REVERSE, P ARK, or [...]

  • Page 268

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, you should always shift the transmission into P ARK, remove the key fob from the ignition, and apply the parking brake. Once the key fob i[...]

  • Page 269

    3. Firmly set the parking brake. 4. Press and maintain firm pr essure on the brake pedal. 5. Using the screwdriver or other suitable tool, pr ess and hold the override tab through the access port (ringed circle) on the bottom of the steering column. 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. Fi[...]

  • Page 270

    column shift lever down (-) or up (+) to select the desired top gear . For example, if the driver shifts the transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission will never shift above third gear , but can shift down to 2 (second gear) or 1 (first gear), when needed. On vehicles equipped with 5.7L engines, use of ERS (or “TOW/HAUL” mode) also ena[...]

  • Page 271

    the transmission and display 5 (ERS 5 is the same as normal fourth gear). Another tap down (-) will shift the transmission down to ERS 4 (direct gear). T o exit ERS mode, press and hold the top of the switch/ shift lever in the (+) direction until “D” is once again highlighted in the instrument cluster display . W ARNING! Do not downshift for a[...]

  • Page 272

    W ARNING! • Never use the P ARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. • Y our vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P ARK. Check by trying to move the shift lever back and forth without fi[...]

  • Page 273

    Overdrive Operation The Overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- tronically contr olled fourth and fifth gear (Overdrive). The transmission will automatically shift from DRIVE to Overdrive if the following conditions ar e present: • the shift lever is in DRIVE; • the engine coolant (antifreeze) has r eached normal operating temperatur[...]

  • Page 274

    performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failur e due to excessive shifting. When operating in the “TOW/HAUL” mode, fifth gear is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified. Shifts into Overdrive (normal fourth gear) ar e allowed during steady cruise (for impr oved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttl[...]

  • Page 275

    the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during acceleration when the transmission downshifts to second gear , the clutch automatically disengages. NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant (antifreeze) ar e warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (1.6 to 4.8 km) of driving]. Because the [...]

  • Page 276

    • Four-wheel drive low range (4L) This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H position for normal street and highway conditions such as dry , hard surfaced roads. When additional traction is requir ed, the 4H and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and r ear drive- shafts together and force the fr ont and rear wheels to rotate at[...]

  • Page 277

    Because four-wheel drive pr ovides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be experienced due to uneven tire wear , low or uneven tire pressur es, excessive vehicle loading, or cold tempera- tures. W ARNING! Y ou[...]

  • Page 278

    4L Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range locks the fr ont and rear driveshafts together for cing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only . Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). Shifting Procedure – Manually Shifted T ransfer Case 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting bet[...]

  • Page 279

    method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). A void attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). • Do not attempt to shift into or from 4L while the transmission is in gear . T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light The “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” in the instru[...]

  • Page 280

    • Neutral (NEUTRAL) This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for normal street and highway conditions on dry , hard surfaced roads. When additional traction is requir ed, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock the front and r ear driveshafts together , f[...]

  • Page 281

    If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: 1. The indicator light for the current position will r emain ON. 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- tinue to flash. 3. The transfer case will not shift. NOTE: Before r etrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requir ements for selecting a new transfer case position h[...]

  • Page 282

    Proper operation of four -wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and cir cumference on each wheel. Any difference in tir e size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel drive pr ovides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. [...]

  • Page 283

    N Neutral - This range disengages both the front and r ear driveshafts from the powertrain. T o be used for flat towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational T owing” in Starting and Operating” for further information. Shifting Procedure NOTE: • If any of the requir ements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, t[...]

  • Page 284

    NOTE: The four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or r ear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the selected position indicator light will flash and the origi- nal position indicator light will remain ON. At this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift. 2WD o[...]

  • Page 285

    NOTE: • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferr ed or Alternate Procedur e are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift, then the desired position indicator light will flash continuously while the original position indicator light is ON, until all requir ements have been met. • The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take[...]

  • Page 286

    Care should be taken to avoid sudden accelerations when both rear wheels ar e 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 r oad or in a turn. DRIVING ON SLIPPER Y SURF ACES When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up be[...]

  • Page 287

    Flowing/Rising W ater W ARNING! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow- ing water can wear away the road or path’s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water . Furthermore, flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly . Failure to follow this warni[...]

  • Page 288

    CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’ s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’ s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water . Do not con- tinue to operat[...]

  • Page 289

    POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and incr eased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interr upted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, [...]

  • Page 290

    Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not requir ed. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated. Coordinate inspection ef forts through an autho- rized dealer . CAUTION! Do not use chemical [...]

  • Page 291

    The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. T o apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully . T o release the parking brake, pull the parking brake r elease handle. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch ON, the “Brake W arning Light” in the instrument clus[...]

  • Page 292

    The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. • Do not leave the key fob in the ignition switch. A child could operat[...]

  • Page 293

    BRAKE SYSTEM If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine of f), the brakes will still function. However , you will experience a substantial increase in braking ef fort to stop the vehicle. If either the front or r ear hydraulic system loses normal braking capability , the remaining system will st[...]

  • Page 294

    with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressur e to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide r egulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation. This is normal. The ABS conducts a low-speed selftest at about 10 mph (1[...]

  • Page 295

    W ARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from exc[...]

  • Page 296

    NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tir e sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidew[...]

  • Page 297

    T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Eur opean design standards LT = Light truck tir e based on U.S. design standards T = T emporary spare tir e 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = As[...]

  • Page 298

    EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be a[...]

  • Page 299

    Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle.[...]

  • Page 300

    Tire T erminology and Definitions T erm Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and r ear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the r oof. Cold T ire Pressure Cold tire inflation pr essure is defined as the tire pr essure after the vehicle has not been driven for at leas[...]

  • Page 301

    Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard T ire Placard Location T ire and Loading Information Placard 300 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING[...]

  • Page 302

    This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pr essures for the front, r ear , and spare tir es. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacit[...]

  • Page 303

    2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. 4. The resulting figur e equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will [...]

  • Page 304

    5 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 303[...]

  • Page 305

    W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tir e inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory o[...]

  • Page 306

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Under-inflation also increas[...]

  • Page 307

    Inflation pressur es specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pr essure.” Cold tire inflation pr essure is defined as the tire pr essure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tir e inflation pressur e must not exceed the maximum inf[...]

  • Page 308

    4500/5500 T ire Inflation 5 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 307[...]

  • Page 309

    When adjusting inflation pressur e to a tire and wheel assembly mounted on a vehicle, use a Remote Mount Automatic Inflation Kit or see your authorized dealer . NOTE: Never attempt to re-inflate a tir e and wheel assembly which has been run flat or is extr emely under- inflated without first removing the tir e from the wheel assembly for inspection[...]

  • Page 310

    Radial Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly . The instability could cause an accident result- ing in serious injury or death. Always use radial ply tires in sets of four (or six, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with other types [...]

  • Page 311

    T read Wear Indicators T read wear indicators ar e in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tir e sh[...]

  • Page 312

    W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. Y ou could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Pr otect [...]

  • Page 313

    W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- able handling and stress to steeri[...]

  • Page 314

    SUPPLEMENT AL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMA TION — IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo. Cold tire inflation pr essures for a lightly loaded vehicle will be found on the face of the driver’s door . TIRE CHAINS Use “Class U” chains or other traction aids that m[...]

  • Page 315

    CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for usage. Always use the lower sug- gested operating speed of the chain manufacturer if different than the speed recommended by the manufacturer . These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing l[...]

  • Page 316

    SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type constr uc- tion as the front tir es. Consult the manufacturer of the snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed requir ement associated with the tire. These tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressur es under any load condition. While studded tire[...]

  • Page 317

    Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte- nance intervals. More fr equent rotation is permissible if desired. The r easons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to r otation being performed. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only , if your vehicle is equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and On/Off Road type t[...]

  • Page 318

    T o check if tires ar e even, lay a straight edge across all four tires. The straight edge should touch all the tir es. CAUTION! 4500/5500 Dual Rear T ires have only one approved direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off road tire. • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be rem[...]

  • Page 319

    Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the W orld- wide Fuel Charter , WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance and durability for your vehicle. W e recommend the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available. Reformulat[...]

  • Page 320

    E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel V ehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty . If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • operate in a lean mode • OBD II “Malfunc[...]

  • Page 321

    allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline. Materials Added T o Fuel All gasolines sold in the United States are r equired to contain effective deter gent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in unnecessary cost. Ther e-[...]

  • Page 322

    CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Many of these products contain high concentra- tions of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer . NOTE: Intentional t[...]

  • Page 323

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly . Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door about 2 in (50 mm) inside the ope[...]

  • Page 324

    W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and may cause the MIL to turn on. NOTE: T ighten the gas cap 1/4 turn until you hear one clic[...]

  • Page 325

    VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As requir ed by National Highway T raffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar . This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) front and rear , and [...]

  • Page 326

    T ire Size The tire size on the Label r epresents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size. Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tir e size listed. Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pr essure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to fu[...]

  • Page 327

    Improper weight distributions can have an adverse ef fect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate. CAUTION! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose [...]

  • Page 328

    The recommended way to measur e GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. Gross Combination W eight Rating (GCWR) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowa[...]

  • Page 329

    that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. W eight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the truck. These kind of hitches ar[...]

  • Page 330

    Fifth-Wheel 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. Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truc[...]

  • Page 331

    All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www .dodge.com/bodybuilder . • http:// www .dodge.ca (Canada). T railer and T on[...]

  • Page 332

    Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Als[...]

  • Page 333

    W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. [...]

  • Page 334

    W ARNING! (Continued) 2. GTW 3. GA WR 4. T railer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements – T ires • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e. • Pro[...]

  • Page 335

    • An electronically actuated trailer brake contr oller is requir ed when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electr onic brake controller is not r equired. • T railer brakes are r ecommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and requir ed for tr[...]

  • Page 336

    NOTE: This module has been designed and verified for electric trailer brakes. T o determine the type of brakes on your trailer , check with your trailer manufacturer or dealer . The user interface consists of the following: GAIN/ Brake Output Power Display Shows the current GAIN setting. This display may also be used to display diagnostic informati[...]

  • Page 337

    lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to the trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle’s brake lamps will come on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are applied. T railer Brake Status Indicator Light This light indicates the trailer electrical connection sta[...]

  • Page 338

    1. Make sure the trailer brakes ar e in good working condition, functioning normally , and properly adjusted. See your trailer dealer if necessary . 2. Hook up the trailer and make the electrical connec- tions according to the trailer manufactur er’s instructions. 3. When a trailer with electric brakes is plugged in, the GAIN setting will illumin[...]

  • Page 339

    CAUTION! The ITBM module has been designed and verified for electric trailer brakes. Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braking. There may be a increase in stopping distance or trailer instability which could result in damage to your vehicle, trailer , or other property[...]

  • Page 340

    W ARNING! Any work done to the vehicle’s electrical system or wiring should be performed by a qualified automo- tive technician. If done improperly it may cause damage to the electrical system wiring and could result in serious or fatal injury . T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an[...]

  • Page 341

    Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops gr eater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency . Cooling System T o [...]

  • Page 342

    W ARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in an acci- dent. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual CAUTION! The “Lamp Out” indicator could illuminate if exte- rior lamps are not properly installed. Before Plowing • Check the hydraulic system f[...]

  • Page 343

    The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow system, all aftermarket accessories, driver , passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gr oss V ehicle W eight (GVWR) or Gross Axle W eight (GA WR) ratings. These weights are specified on the Safety Com- pliance Certification Label on the driver’s side door opening. NOTE: Detach [...]

  • Page 344

    NOTE: During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped with outside temperature display , the display may show higher temperatures than the outside ambient tempera- ture. The higher displayed temperatur e is due to blocked or reduced airflow to the under hood ambient tempera- ture sensor caused by the snowplow . In addition, on vehicles equipped with Aut[...]

  • Page 345

    RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOT ORHOME, ETC.) T owing This V ehicle Behind Another V ehicle T owing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground T wo-Wheel Drive Models Four-Wheel Drive Models Flat T ow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions • Automatic transmission in P ARK • Manual transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL (N) • T ransfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •[...]

  • Page 346

    Recreational T owing – T wo-Wheel Drive Models DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONL Y if the r ear wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer . If using a tow dolly , follow this procedur e: 1. Properly secu[...]

  • Page 347

    CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. • T ow only in the forward direction. T owing this vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the transfer case. • Automatic transmissions must be placed in [...]

  • Page 348

    W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, even if the transmission is in [...]

  • Page 349

    12. Shift the transmission into P ARK or place manual transmission in gear (not in Neutral). CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into P ARK with the transfer case in Neutral (N) and the engine running. W ith the trans- fer case in Neutral (N) ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission[...]

  • Page 350

    7. Shift the automatic transmission into P ARK, or place manual transmission in Neutral. 8. Release the brake pedal. 9. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle. 10. Start the engine. 1 1. Press and hold the brake pedal. 12. Release the parking brake. 13. Shift the transmission into gear , release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmis[...]

  • Page 351

    1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Shift automatic transmission into P ARK. 2. T urn OFF the engine. 3. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but do not start the engine. 4. Press and hold the brake pedal. 5. Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL or press the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. 6. Press and hold the tra[...]

  • Page 352

    CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into P ARK with the transfer case in NEUTRAL and the engine running. W ith the transfer case in NEUTRAL, ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into P ARK. 15. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. 16. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicl[...]

  • Page 353

    Shifting Out of Neutral – Electronic Shift T ransfer Case (If Equipped) Use the following procedur e 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. Insert the key fob into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON/RUN position, but[...]

  • Page 354

    15. Shift the transmission into gear , release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), and check that the vehicle operates normally . NOTE: • Steps 1 through 5 ar e requirements that must be met prior to pressing the transfer case NEUTRAL button and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed. If any of these re[...]

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    WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................ 3 5 6 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ............... 3 5 6 ▫ 3500 Models — If Equipped ............. 3 5 7 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ............... 3 5 8 ▫ Jacking Instructions ................... 3 5 8 䡵 Hoisting ............................ 3 6 6 䡵 Jum[...]

  • Page 357

    HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The Hazard W arning flasher switch is located on the upper switch bank just below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the Hazar d W arning flasher . When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emer gency . Press the switch a second time to turn off the Ha[...]

  • Page 358

    3500 Models — If Equipped The jack and jack tools are stor ed under the front passenger seat. Lift the flap on the side of the seat for access. Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and sliding the assembly from under the seat. W ARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. Whil[...]

  • Page 359

    Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. A void ice or slippery areas. W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough of f the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. T urn on the Hazard W arning flasher . 3. [...]

  • Page 360

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • T urn on the Hazard W arning flasher . • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in P ARK; a manual transmission in RE[...]

  • Page 361

    3. When changing the fr ont wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wr ench. When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the j[...]

  • Page 362

    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. NOTE: If the jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to lower the jack. 4. By rotating the wheel wr ench clockwise, raise the[...]

  • Page 363

    7. Install wheel center cap (if equipped) and remove wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the spare wheel. This may r esult in cap damage. 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If the jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to low[...]

  • Page 364

    CAUTION! • Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub cap. Do not use a twisting motion when removing the hub cap, damage to the hub cap; finish may occur . • The rear hub caps on the dual rear wheel has two pry off notches. Make sure that the hook of the jack handle driver is located squarely in the cap notch before attempting to pull off. [...]

  • Page 365

    Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem- bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the inner wheel. The tires of both dual wheels must be completely off the gr ound when tightening to insure wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping. Dual wheel models requir e a spe[...]

  • Page 366

    1. T ighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table. Go thr ough the sequence a second time to verify that specific torque has been achieved. Retighten to specifications at 100 miles (160 km) and after 500 miles (800 km). It is recommended that wheel [...]

  • Page 367

    Disc Wheels T ype Nut Stud Size T orque Ft Lbs T orque Newton Meters Cone 9/16-18 120-150 160-200 Flanged 9/16-18 130-160 190-220 T o Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for information on stowing your spare tir e (if equipped). HOISTING A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking locations. Refer [...]

  • Page 368

    CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 V olts or damage to the battery , starter motor , alternator or electrical system may occur . W ARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury . Preparations for [...]

  • Page 369

    W ARNING! • T ake care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. Y ou can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. Y ou could be seriously injured. • Batteries contain su[...]

  • Page 370

    CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster batte[...]

  • Page 371

    8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery . 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the dischar ged vehicle. If frequent jump-starting is r equired to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in- spected at [...]

  • Page 372

    CAUTION! (Continued) • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Revving the 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 [...]

  • Page 373

    W ARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. T ow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury . CAUTION! T ow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a vehicle stranded off-road. Do not use tow hooks for to[...]

  • Page 374

    NOTE: The transfer case must be in the NEUTRAL position, and the transmission must be in P ARK (auto- matic transmission), or in gear (manual transmission) to tow a four-wheel drive vehicle, unless all its wheels ar e OFF the ground. The manufacturer r ecommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground. Acceptable methods ar e to tow the vehicle on a [...]

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    MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 5.7L ............. 3 7 7 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ....... 3 7 8 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 3 7 8 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 3 7 9 䡵 Replacement Parts ..................... 3 8 0 䡵 Dealer Service ....[...]

  • Page 377

    ▫ Exhaust System ..................... 3 9 0 ▫ Cooling System ..................... 3 9 2 ▫ Brake System ....................... 3 9 8 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ............................. 4 0 0 ▫ T ransfer Case ....................... 4 0 1 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ............... 4 0 2 ▫ Appearance Care A[...]

  • Page 378

    ENGINE COMP ARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — W asher Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic T ransmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 — Coolant Pressur e Cap 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 1 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Battery 7 MAINT [...]

  • Page 379

    ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems ar e operating properly , your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy , as well [...]

  • Page 380

    the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass [...]

  • Page 381

    4. Approximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b. The MIL will not flash at all and [...]

  • Page 382

    your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedur e yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have th[...]

  • Page 383

    CAUTION! (Continued) • Y our vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, power steering or air condi- tioning. Such damage is not covered [...]

  • Page 384

    NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that ar e API Certified and meet the requir ements of Chrysler Material [...]

  • Page 385

    Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil quality requir ements are met and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer str ongly recommends against the addi- tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oi[...]

  • Page 386

    W ARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the ai[...]

  • Page 387

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery . Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 V olts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other . • Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. W ash ha[...]

  • Page 388

    Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in yo[...]

  • Page 389

    NOTE: Use only manufacturer appr oved A/C System Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compr es- sor Oil, or Refrigerants. Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EP A) and is an ozone-saving product. However , the manufa[...]

  • Page 390

    amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOP AR 威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder . Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner . This will remove accumula- tions of salt or road film. Operation[...]

  • Page 391

    The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low W asher Fluid Light illuminates. W ARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. After the engine has warmed up, operate the defroster for a fe[...]

  • Page 392

    W ARNING! • 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. T o avoid breathing CO, refer to “Safety T ips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things T o Know Before Starting Y our V ehicle” for further information. • A hot exhaust sy[...]

  • Page 393

    Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is impor- tant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. In u[...]

  • Page 394

    Engine Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) pr otection every 12 months (before the onset of fr eezing weather , where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fr esh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of b[...]

  • Page 395

    CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corro- sion protection. If a non-HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency , it should be replaced with the specified engine coolant (antifreeze) as soo[...]

  • Page 396

    • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOA T engine coolant and distilled water . Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below ⫺ 34°F ( ⫺ 37°C) ar e anticipated. • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water wil[...]

  • Page 397

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en- gine damage may result. Disposal of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance r equiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for y[...]

  • Page 398

    normally a result of moistur e from rain, snow , or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant 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[...]

  • Page 399

    Brake System In order to assur e brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically . Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte- nance intervals. W ARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result i[...]

  • Page 400

    W ARNING! • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for further information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and/or impair its performance. The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also labeled on[...]

  • Page 401

    W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in an accident. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level For models with 9.25 in Front Axles and 1 1.5 in Rear Axles, refer to “Fluids, Lubrican[...]

  • Page 402

    Lubricant Selection Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for further information. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corr osion and possible failure of differ ential components. Operation of the vehicle in water , as may be encountered in some of f-highway types of se[...]

  • Page 403

    Automatic T ransmission Selection Of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor - mance. Use only the manufacturer ’s recommended trans- mission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for further informa- tion. It is[...]

  • Page 404

    transmission with an improper fluid level will gr eatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid. Check the fluid level whenever the vehicle is serviced. Fluid Level Check – 545RFE Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature 82°C (180°F). This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. At [...]

  • Page 405

    room temperatur e, it should be between the “HOT” (upper) refer ence holes when the transmission reaches 180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to check the level at the normal operating temperature. CAUTION! Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the temperature is[...]

  • Page 406

    Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion V ehicle body care requir ements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and r oad surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehi[...]

  • Page 407

    • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOP AR 威 Cleaner W ax or equivalent to remove r oad film, stains and to protect your paint finish. T ake care never to scratch the paint. • A void using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. CAUTION! • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning ma[...]

  • Page 408

    • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials ar e well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • Use MOP AR 威 T ouch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible. Y our authorized dealer has[...]

  • Page 409

    • For grease stains, apply MOP AR 威 Multi-Purpose Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fr esh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel pr oducts. Interior Care Use MOP AR 威 T otal Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carp[...]

  • Page 410

    Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and ther efore differ ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed. T o minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. T o remove r oad dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solven[...]

  • Page 411

    If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water . Do not remove the belts from the car to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly . Dry with a soft tissue. FUSES T otally Integrated Power Module The totally integrated power module (TIPM) is located in the engine compar[...]

  • Page 412

    Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J03 25 Amp Natural Bat – Passenger Door Node J04 40 Amp Green Bat – ABS Pump J05 30 Amp Pink Bat – ABS V alve J06 30 Amp Pink Bat – H/Lamp W ash/ MTV/CM2200/Elec V ac Pump J07 25 Amp Natural Bat – Driver Door Node J08 30 Amp Pink Bat – DTCM/Axle Locks J09 30 Amp Pink Bat – Plg/Electric Brake[...]

  • Page 413

    Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M19 5 Amp Ta n Ign R/ACC – Sunroof/W indow Sw Illum M20 25 Amp Natural Frt W iper M21 25 Amp Natural Door Locks M22 20 Amp Y ellow Fuel Pump M23 20 Amp Y ellow Bat – T rlr Light/Pre- Safe #2 M24 20 Amp Y ellow Bat – T rlr T ow BUX/ HGM M25 10 Amp Red Bat – J1962 Diag/ Mirrors M26 10 Amp Red Bat ?[...]

  • Page 414

    Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M35 20 Amp Y ellow Htd Seat/Htd Str Wheel/Rear Htd Seat M36 20 Amp Y ellow Ign R-Rear Seat/Steer Wheel M37 10 Amp Red Horn #1 M38 20 Amp Y ellow IOD-CCN/Interior Mods M39 30 Amp Green IOD-Amp/Radio M40 25 Amp Natural Rear W iper M41 15 Amp Blue IOD-SDARS/VES 2–3/DVD/HFM/ UGDO/V anity Lamp M42 10 Amp Red[...]

  • Page 415

    Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M51 20 Amp Y ellow ASD #3 M52 10 Amp Red IGN R/S-SW A Y/ TCASE/DTCM/ F AD/TRLR BRAKE MOD. M53 15 Amp Blue IGN R/S-MFSW/ CNN/SCM/TPM/RR V iew M54 20 Amp Y ellow IOD – Spare CAUTION! • When installing the totally integrated power mod- ule cover , it is important to ensure the cover is properly positione[...]

  • Page 416

    VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for mor e than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment. The IOD cavity includes a snap-in re- tainer that allow[...]

  • Page 417

    NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instr uctions. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not appr oved. LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ..... 9 2 1 Fog Lamp ............................. 9145 Dual Headlamp ......................... H [...]

  • Page 418

    7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the fr ont 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 thr ough this access hole. 8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enoug[...]

  • Page 419

    10. Disconnect electrical connectors. 1 1. Replace bulb(s) as necessary . CAUTION! • Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. • Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and ca[...]

  • Page 420

    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 wir- ing harness to the body . 3. T urn the desired bulb socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing. 7 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 419[...]

  • Page 421

    4. Pull the desired bulb straight fr om the socket. CAUTION! Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps • Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housin[...]

  • Page 422

    2. Rotate the socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull it from the lamp assembly . 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and r eplace. 7 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 421[...]

  • Page 423

    FLUID CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Standard Rear T ank 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship T ank 22 Gallons 83 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W -20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System 5.7L Engine (MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 18.7 Quarts 17.7 Liters 422 M[...]

  • Page 424

    FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5–Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hy- brid Organic Additive T echnology) or equivalent. Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W -20 Engine Oil, meeting the requir ements of Chrysler Material Standard [...]

  • Page 425

    Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransmission (Five-Speed 545RFE) MOP AR 威 A TF+4 威 Automatic T ransmission Fluid or equivalent licensed A TF+4 威 product. T ransfer Case MOP AR 威 A TF+4 威 Automatic T ransmission Fluid or equivalent licensed A TF+4 威 product. Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) GL-5 SAE 75[...]

  • Page 426

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ...... 4 2 6 䡵 Maintenance Schedule .................. 4 2 6 ▫ 5.7L Gas Engine ..................... 4 2 6 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals .......... 4 2 8 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

  • Page 427

    EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions contr ol system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliabilit[...]

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    NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi- nated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-r oad for an extended period of time. • Under[...]

  • Page 429

    Once a Month • Check tire pr essure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , power steering and transmission and add as needed. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation. At Ea[...]

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    8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authoriz[...]

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    24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ Inspe[...]

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    40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Autho[...]

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    56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 56,000 miles (91 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Autho[...]

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    64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km). ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting ([...]

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    72,000 Miles (1 17,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 72,000 miles (1 17 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ I[...]

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    88,000 Miles (147,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (147 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Aut[...]

  • Page 437

    96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (160 000 km). ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if nec[...]

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    104,000 Miles (173,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 104,000 miles (173 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 m[...]

  • Page 439

    120,000 Miles (199,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (199 000 km). ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ I[...]

  • Page 440

    128,000 Miles (212,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 128,000 miles (212 000 km). ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting[...]

  • Page 441

    144,000 Miles (238,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear , even if it occurs before 144,000 miles (238 000 km). ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air clean[...]

  • Page 442

    † This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur er to the owner , but is not required to maintain emissions warranty . W ARNING! • Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, t[...]

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    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 4 4 5 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ........... 4 4 5 ▫ Prepar e A List ...................... 4 4 5 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............ 4 4 5 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance ................. 4 4 5 ▫ Chrysl[...]

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    䡵 Publication Order Forms ................ 4 4 9 䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ire Quality Grades ........................ 4 5 1 ▫ T readwear ......................... 4 5 1 ▫ T raction Grades ..................... 4 5 1 ▫ T emperature Grades .................. 4 5 2 444 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE[...]

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    SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty . Discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s[...]

  • Page 447

    This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an authorized dealership is unable to resol[...]

  • Page 448

    Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center . Any hearing or speech impair ed customer , who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in th[...]

  • Page 449

    W e appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you ar e absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. Y ou’ll be pleased with their sincere ef forts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.[...]

  • Page 450

    If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may or der a recall and remedy campaign. However , NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer , and the manufacturer . T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto[...]

  • Page 451

    LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedur e Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and te[...]

  • Page 452

    DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories wer e established by the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufactur er in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. All passenger car tires must conform to F[...]

  • Page 453

    T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B, and C, repr esenting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe tir[...]

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    INDEX 10[...]

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    Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 3 9 4 Adding Fuel ........................... 3 2 2 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 4 9 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 384 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 3 8 7 Air Conditioning ........................ 2 4 8 Air Conditioning Controls ................. 2 4[...]

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    Automatic T ransmission Adding Fluid ......................... 4 0 3 Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 4 0 4 Fluid Level Check ................... 402,403 Fluid T ype ........................ 402,424 Shifting ............................. 2 6 8 Special Additives ...................... 4 0 4 Axle Fluid ....................... 400,401,424 Ax[...]

  • Page 457

    Carbon Monoxide W arning ............... 73,321 Cargo Light ............................ 1 4 4 Cellular Phone ........................ 88,247 Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 4 1 9 Center Lap Belts ......................... 4 6 Center Seat Storage Compartment ............ 1 6 6 Certification Label ....................... 3 2 4 Chart, T i[...]

  • Page 458

    Points to Remember .................... 3 9 6 Pressur e Cap ......................... 3 9 5 Radiator Cap ......................... 3 9 5 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 393,423 Cruise Contr ol (Speed Control) .............. 1 5 2 Cupholders ............................ 1 6 2 Customer Assistance ..................... 4 4 5 Data Recorder [...]

  • Page 459

    T ow Hooks .......................... 3 7 1 T owing ............................. 3 7 2 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 379,426 Engine ............................... 3 7 7 Air Cleaner .......................... 3 8 4 Block Heater ......................... 2 6 5 Break-In Recommendations ................ 7 1 Compartment Identification ...[...]

  • Page 460

    Fluid Level Checks Automatic T ransmission ................. 4 0 3 Brake .............................. 3 9 8 Power Steering ........................ 2 8 9 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 4 2 3 Fog Lights ....................... 142,190,418 Four Wheel Drive ....................... 2 7 4 Four-W ay Hazard Flasher .................. 3 [...]

  • Page 461

    Guide, Body Builders ...................... 6 GVWR ............................... 3 2 4 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 8 8 Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing W ater ............... 2 8 5 Hazard W arning Flasher ................... 3 5 6 Head Restraints ......................... 1 2 6 Headlights .............[...]

  • Page 462

    Instrument Panel and Contr ols .............. 1 7 6 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 4 0 9 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 4 1 0 Integrated T railer Brake Controls ............. 3 3 4 Interior Appearance Care .................. 4 0 8 Interior Lights .......................... 1 4 3 Intermittent W ipers (Delay W ipers) .....[...]

  • Page 463

    C a r g o .............................. 1 4 4 Center Mounted Stop ................... 4 1 9 Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ........ 1 8 9 Courtesy/Reading ..................... 1 5 5 Daytime Running ...................... 1 4 5 Exterior .............................. 7 6 F o g .......................... 142,190,418 Four-Wheel Drive Indicator[...]

  • Page 464

    Maintenance Free Battery .................. 3 8 5 Maintenance Procedur es ................... 3 8 1 Maintenance Schedule .................... 4 2 6 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ..... 3 7 9 Manual, Service ......................... 4 4 9 Manual T ransmission Fluid Level Check ..................... 4 0 1 Lubricant Selection ............[...]

  • Page 465

    Identification Logo ..................... 3 8 3 Materials Added to ..................... 3 8 4 Pressur e Gauge ....................... 1 8 2 Recommendation ...................... 3 8 3 Synthetic ............................ 3 8 4 V iscosity ............................ 3 8 3 Onboard Diagnostic System .............. 378,379 Operating Precautions ...[...]

  • Page 466

    Programming T ransmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 2 0 Radial Ply T ires ......................... 3 0 9 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressur e Cap) ....... 393,395 Radio Operation ........................ 2 4 7 Radio, Satellite (Uconnect™ studios) .......... 2 4 0 Rear Axle (Differ ential) ................. 400,401 Rear W indow Featu[...]

  • Page 467

    Safety Information, T ire ................... 2 9 4 Safety T ips ............................. 7 2 Satellite Radio Antenna ................. 232,241 Satellite Radio (Uconnect™ studios) ........... 2 4 0 Schedule, Maintenance .................... 4 2 6 Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 4 0 9 Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 4 8 [...]

  • Page 468

    T ransfer Case, Shifting out of T ransfer Case Neutral (N) ....................... 348,352 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .............. 4 6 Shoulder Belts ........................... 3 8 Signals, T urn ...................... 76,145,179 Sliding Rear W indow Power .............................. 1 7 2 Snow Chains (T ire Chains) ................. 3 1 3[...]

  • Page 469

    T ip Start .............................. 2 6 3 T ire and Loading Information Placar d ...... 300,313 T ire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 2 9 8 T ire Markings .......................... 2 9 4 T ire Safety Information .................... 2 9 4 T i r e s ............................ 76,304,451 Aging (Life of T ires) .................... [...]

  • Page 470

    Cooling System T ips .................... 3 4 0 Hitches ............................. 3 2 9 Minimum Requirements ................. 3 3 1 Mirrors .............................. 8 7 T railer and T ongue W eight ............... 3 3 0 W iring .............................. 3 3 8 T railer T owing Guide ..................... 3 3 0 T railer W eight ......[...]

  • Page 471

    W arning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 1 7 9 W arnings and Cautions ..................... 6 W arranty Information ..................... 4 4 8 W ashers, W indshield .................. 147,389 W ashing V ehicle ......................... 4 0 5 W ater Driving Through ...................... 2 8 5 Wheel and Wheel T rim ...........[...]

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    C HAS S I S CAB Chrysler Group LL C OWN ER’S MAN U AL 2011 2011 RAM TR UC K C HASS I S CAB 11DD43-126-AC Second Edition Printed in U.S.A. RAM TRUCK[...]