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IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ..42 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . 2 UTILITY CONTROLS AT A GLANCE EASY-OFF TAILGATE ... .43 DRIVER COCKPIT .
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle.
GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors. •...
GETTING STARTED Express Window Feature • To remotely lower both front door windows at the same time, press and release the UNLOCK button and then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button until the windows lower to the level desired or until they lower completely. Emergency Key •...
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GETTING STARTED • LATCH equipped seating positions have both lower anchor bars, located at the back of the seat cushion, and tether strap anchorages, located behind the seat back. Installing The Lower Attachments: • The vehicle lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback.
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GETTING STARTED • Place a child restraint on the center rear seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and to the anchor directly behind the right seat. •...
GETTING STARTED WARNING! Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. FRONT SEATS WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback 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.
GETTING STARTED Front Heated Seats • The controls for front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel below the climate controls. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.
GETTING STARTED REAR HEATED SEATS • Second row heated seat switches are located on the rear of the center console. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.
GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN / ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Tilt Steering Column • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Pull forward on the lever and move the steering wheel up or down as desired. •...
GETTING STARTED POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW • The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console. • Press the left side of the switch to open the glass and the right side of the switch to close the glass.
GETTING STARTED PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press the UP DOWN button until SYSTEM SETUP displays, then press the SELECT button Scroll through the settings using the UP or DOWN button. Press the SELECT button to change the setting.
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GETTING STARTED Auto Door Lock • To have the doors lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h): • Enter your vehicle, close all the doors and fasten your seat belt. • Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position a minimum of four times, ending in the OFF position (do not start the engine).
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMS LEVER Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation •...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to “A” for AUTO headlights. • When set to “A” (AUTO), the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • The cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation /Max A/C • Rotate the Temperature Control to the MAX A/C position to automatically turn on both Air Conditioning and Recirculation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) •...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SYNC Temperature Button • Push the SYNC button once to control the driver and passenger temperatures simultaneously. Push the SYNC button a second time to control the temperatures individually. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not use the exhaust brake feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control, which may cause an accident possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Max Load Inflation (Indicator Light Off) • If the passenger and cargo exceed the Light Load Pressure Definition shown on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label, inflate or deflate tires to the correct “Max Load Inflation” pressure. If the indicator is on, reset by pushing the switch once. •...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protection Feature • This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically return to the open position. NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof.
ELECTRONICS NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...
ELECTRONICS Multimedia Radio – Sales Code RBZ NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...
ELECTRONICS Store Radio Presets • For REN and RER: Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key repeatedly until AM FM SAT is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. • For RBZ: Press the RADIO hard-key to display AM FM SAT in the upper left corner of the screen.
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ELECTRONICS Navigation Navigation Radio – RER Only • Navigation radios require digital data from a navigation database. The data in the ® navigation database is licensed from Navigation Technologies . Not all roads are digitized. • For software updates, visit http://www.chrysler.com/en/owners/mygig/ website, visit http://www.navteq.com website, or contact your authorized dealer for the latest available software.
ELECTRONICS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS • The remote audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
ELECTRONICS SIRIUS Backseat TV™ • Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the Rear VES™ soft-key. If a chapter list appears on the right side of the screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES™ Control screen. •...
ELECTRONICS ® • The iPod can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the ® iPod contents. Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for details. ® • The iPod battery charges when plugged into the UCI connector. WARNING! ®...
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ELECTRONICS ® • Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view. Simultaneously, press and hold both the ® chosen HomeLink button and the hand-held transmitter button until the EVIC display changes from “CHANNEL # TRAINING”...
ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • A 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet is located on the lower instrument panel next to the climate control knob. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
ELECTRONICS Uconnect™ Phone • The Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system. • The Uconnect™ Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands. • For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System (VES)™, refer to the Uconnect™...
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ELECTRONICS Phonebook (Uconnect™ local) Edit • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”. • (After the BEEP), say “new entry” or “list names” or “delete”. • Follow the prompts. Receiving A Call – Accept (And End) • When an incoming call rings/is announced on Uconnect™, press the Phone button •...
ELECTRONICS VOICE COMMAND • The Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc player, and a memo recorder. When you press the Voice Command button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options.
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE • This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the OPERATION two–wheel drive position (2WD) or four-wheel drive position (4WD AUTO) Four-Position Transfer Case for normal street and highway • The transfer case provides four mode conditions on dry, hard-surfaced positions.
UTILITY Locking Tailgate EASY-OFF TAILGATE The lock is located next to the tailgate • To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be handle. The tailgate can be locked using removed. the vehicle key. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a rear camera the electrical connector must be disconnected prior to removing the tailgate.
UTILITY ® RAMBOX ® • The RamBox system is an integrated CAUTION! pickup box storage and cargo management system consisting of Failure to follow the following items three features: could cause damage to the vehicle: • Integrated box side storage bins •...
UTILITY ® ® RamBox Safety Warning • The interior of the RamBox will automatically illuminate when the lid is • Carefully follow these warnings to opened. Pushing the switch once will help prevent personal injury or turn off the bin lights, pushing the damage to your vehicle: switch again will turn the lights back on.
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UTILITY • To install the bed extender into the Extender Position storage position, perform the • The bed extender will add an following: additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of • Make sure the center handle is the truck when additional cargo room unlocked using the vehicle key and is needed.
UTILITY Bed Rail Tie-Down System RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, CAUTION! ETC.) The maximum load per cleat should Recreational Towing – not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the Two-Wheel Drive Models angle of the load on each cleat should not exceed 60 degrees above •...
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UTILITY • Shut OFF the engine and place the NOTE: ignition key in the unlocked OFF • The first two steps are requirements position. that must be met prior to depressing • Shift the transmission into PARK and the NEUTRAL button, and must apply the parking brake.
UTILITY Center Console Shifter BRAKE/TRANSMISSION • Turn the Key Fob to the ACC or ON INTERLOCK MANUAL position without starting the engine. OVERRIDE • Firmly set the parking brake and press and maintain firm pressure on the • Your vehicle may be equipped with a brake pedal.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions. •...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealership for service if your vehicle overheats. BRAKE - Brake Warning Light •...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Oil Change Indicator Message • If an “oil change” message (shown as CHAngE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting The Light After Servicing • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine). •...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking • Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. • Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or a manual transmission into REVERSE. On Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4L position.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing procedures to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For rear wheels, place the jack under the axle between the wheel and the shock bracket with the jack drive tubes extending to the rear.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area. 2500/3500-Series Trucks • For 4x2 front wheels, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. •...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For rear wheels, place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear. CAUTION! Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Install the wheel center cap and remove the wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap damage. WARNING! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure WARNING! Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. • Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR — DIESEL ONLY Draining Fuel/Water Separator • If the “Water in Fuel” indicator light is illuminated and an audible chime is heard five times, you should stop the engine and drain the water from the separator. •...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXHAUST REGENERATION — DIESEL ONLY Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now • Exhaust Regeneration information will be provided by the EVIC. • “Exhaust System—Regeneration Required Now” will be displayed on the overhead console of your vehicle if the exhaust particulate filter reaches 80% of its maximum storage capacity.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Fuel Selection 6.7L Turbo Use good quality diesel fuel from a 2500/3500 Shortbed - Diesel reputable supplier in your vehicle. 34 Gallons (129 Liters) Federal law requires that you must 2500/3500 Longbed - fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur 35 Gallons (132 Liters)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities ® ® Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent — ® licensed ATF+4 product. ® Clutch Linkage MOPAR Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI — Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent. ® ®...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record (Gasoline Engine) Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record (Diesel Engine) Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 7,500 Miles (12,000 km) or 6 Months 15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or 12 Months 22,500 Miles (36,000 km) or 18 Months 30,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 37,500 Miles (60,000 km) or 30 Months...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) • The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink Bat —...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 25 Amp Natural Bat — Sunroof/Skylight 25 Amp Natural TCM/Trans Range 5 Amp Tan Ign R/ACC — Sunroof/Window Sw Illum 25 Amp Natural Frt Wiper 25 Amp Natural Door Locks 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 20 Amp Yellow Bat —...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. ® • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its P.O. Box 21–8004 constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–800–992–1997 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TIRE WARRANTY IN THE 50 UNITED STATES Tire Limited Warranty And AND WASHINGTON, D.C. Adjustment Policy • When a tire is removed from service • If you believe that your vehicle has a due to a covered warranty condition defect that could cause a crash or under a tire manufacturer’s “Limited cause injury or death, you should...
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CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Disclaimer: WARNING! (Continued) • THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED • Progressive air loss may result WARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILS from punctures, cuts, curbing, OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND, ON THE impacts or partial bead unseating. OWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT Some fitment causes for air loss are: ANY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER...
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CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Check Your Tires For Damage • Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to the • Frequent (at least monthly) inspection light as possible. of your tires for signs of damage, • Protect tires from contact with oil, uneven tread wear and their general grease, and gasoline.
• The following highlights just some of the authentic Dodge Truck Accessories by ® MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Dodge Ram. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your Dodge dealer or visit MOPAR.com. CHROME: •...
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Manual and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com or your local Dodge dealer. 10D241-926-AA Ram Truck Second Printing User Guide...