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114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL

Premium Instrument Cluster — Diesel

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Table of Contents3
Introduction 103
Introduction12
How to Use this Manual13
- Essential Information13
- Symbols13
Warnings and Cautions13
Van Conversions/Campers14
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations14
Getting to Know Your Vehicle15
Vehicle User Guide - if Equipped15
Getting to Know Your Vehicle16
Keys16
- Key Fob16
Ignition Switch21
- Keyless Push Button Ignition21
Remote Start - if Equipped (Gasoline)22
- How to Use Remote Start22
- Remote Start Abort Message23
- To Enter Remote Start Mode23
- To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving the Vehicle23
- To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive23
- The Vehicle23
- Remote Start Comfort Systems - if Equipped24
- General Information24
Remote Start - if Equipped (Diesel)24
- How to Use Remote Start25
Sentry Key25
- Key Programming26
- Replacement Keys26
- General Information26
Vehicle Security Alarm27
- To Arm the System27
- To Disarm the System27
- Rearming of the System28
- Security System Manual Override28
Doors28
- Manual Door Locks28
- Power Door Locks - if Equipped29
- Power Side Steps - if Equipped29
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry29
- Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped32
- Child-Protection Door Lock32
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped33
- Programming the Memory Feature33
- Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless34
- Entry Key Fob to Memory34
- Memory Position Recall34
Seats35
- Manual Front Seat Adjustment35
- Manual Rear Seat Adjustment36
- Power Front Seat Adjustment - if Equipped37
- Heated Seats - if Equipped39
- Ventilated Seats - if Equipped40
- Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers41
Head Restraints41
- Front Head Restraints42
- Rear Head Restraints42
Steering Wheel43
- Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column43
- Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped44
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped44
Mirrors45
- Inside Day/Night Mirror - if Equipped45
- Automatic Dimming Mirror46
- If Equipped46
- Outside Mirrors46
- Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped46
- Power Mirrors - if Equipped47
- Power Folding Outside Mirrors for Standard47
- And Trailer Tow - if Equipped47
- Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped48
- Heated Mirrors - if Equipped49
- Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse - if Equipped49
- Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped49
Exterior Lights49
- Headlight Switch49
- Daytime Running Lights (Drls) - if Equipped50
- Multifunction Lever50
- High/Low Beam Switch50
- Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - if Equipped50
- Flash-To-Pass51
- Automatic Headlights - if Equipped51
- Parking Lights and Panel Lights52
- Headlights on with Wipers52
- Automatic Headlights Only)52
- Headlight Delay52
- Lights-On Reminder52
- Front Fog Lights - if Equipped52
- Turn Signals53
- Lane Change Assist - if Equipped53
- Cargo Light with Bed Lights - if Equipped53
- Battery Saver54
Interior Lights54
- Courtesy Lights54
- Illuminated Entry55
Windshield Wipers and Washers55
- Windshield Wipers55
- Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped56
Climate Controls57
- Manual Climate Control Overview57
- Automatic Climate Control Overview60
- Climate Control Functions67
- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if67
- Equipped67
- Operating Tips68
Windows70
- Power Windows70
- Wind Buffeting72
Power Sunroof - if Equipped72
- Single Pane Power Sunroof - if Equipped72
- Dual Pane Power Sunroof - if Equipped74
Hood77
- To Open the Hood77
- To Close the Hood77
Tailgate78
- Opening78
- Closing78
- Multifunction Tailgate - if Equipped78
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped79
- Before You Begin Programming Homelink80
- Canadian/Gate Operator Programming82
- Using Homelink83
- Security83
- Troubleshooting Tips83
- General Information84
Internal Equipment84
- Storage84
- Cupholders90
- Electrical Power Outlets91
- Power Inverter - if Equipped92
- Wireless Charging Pad - if Equipped94
- Overhead Sunglass Storage95
Pickup Box95
Rambox - if Equipped96
- Rambox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins96
- Bed Rail Tie-Down System96
- If Equipped97
- Rambox Safety Warning98
- Bed Divider - if Equipped98
- Bed Rail Tie-Down System if Equipped100
Slide-In Campers102
- Camper Applications102
Easy-Off Tailgate102
- Disconnecting the Rear Camera and Remote Keyless Entry102
- Removing the Tailgate103
- Locking Tailgate103
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped103
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal104
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation106
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning107
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster - Gasoline108
- Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions109
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel108
Premium Instrument Cluster - Gasoline111
- Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions112
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster - Diesel113
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions114
Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel116
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions117
Instrument Cluster Display118
- Instrument Cluster Display Controls118
- Oil Life Reset120
- Display Menu Items120
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages125
- Displays126
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages126
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages127
- Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped128
Warning Lights and Messages129
- Red Warning Lights130
- Yellow Warning Lights133
- Yellow Indicator Lights137
- Green Indicator Lights139
- White Indicator Lights140
- Blue Indicator Lights141
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II141
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity141
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs142
Safety143
Safety Features143
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)143
- Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System144
Auxiliary Driving Systems152
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) - if Equipped152
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped158
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)161
Occupant Restraint Systems166
- Occupant Restraint Systems Features166
- Important Safety Precautions166
- Seat Belt Systems167
- Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)175
- Child Restraints188
- Transporting Pets203
Safety Tips203
- Transporting Passengers203
- Exhaust Gas203
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle204
- Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle205
Starting and Operating206
Starting the Engine - Gasoline206
Engines206
- Automatic Transmission206
- Tip Start Feature206
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition206
- Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button207
- Cold Weather Operation (below -22°F or −30°C)210
- After Starting210
Starting the Engine - Diesel Engine210
- Automatic Transmission211
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition211
- Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button211
- Extreme Cold Weather214
- Starting Fluids214
Normal Operation - Diesel Engine215
- Cold Weather Precautions215
- Engine Idling217
- Stopping the Engine218
- Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission219
Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)219
Engine Break-In Recommendations220
Gasoline Engines220
Diesel Engine220
Parking Brake221
- Electric Park Brake (EPB)221
Automatic Transmission224
- Ignition Park Interlock225
- Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System225
- Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission225
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped230
- Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) - if Equipped230
- Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) - if230
- Equipped233
- Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) — if Equipped233
Active-Level Four Corner Air Suspension236
System - if Equipped236
- Description236
- Air Suspension Modes238
- Instrument Cluster Display Messages239
- Operation239
If Equipped241
- Description241
- System (Rebel Models Only if Equipped241
- Air Suspension Modes243
- Instrument Cluster Display Messages243
- Operation244
Active-Level Four Corner Air Suspension241
Axle Locker System - if Equipped245
Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped246
Power Steering246
- Electric Power Steering246
Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engines247
Only - if Equipped247
Stop/Start System - if Equipped247
- Automatic Mode247
- Possible Reasons the Engine Does Not Autostop248
- To Start the Engine While in Autostop Mode248
- To Manually Turn off the Stop Start System249
- To Manually Turn on the Stop Start System249
- System Malfunction249
Speed Control - if Equipped250
- To Activate250
- To Set a Desired Speed250
- To Vary the Speed Setting251
- To Accelerate for Passing251
- To Resume Speed251
- To Deactivate252
Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - if Equipped252
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation254
- Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)254
- To Activate/Deactivate254
- To Set a Desired ACC Speed255
- To Cancel255
- To Turn off256
- To Resume256
- To Vary the Speed Setting256
- Setting the Following Distance in ACC257
- Overtake Aid259
- ACC Operation at Stop259
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu259
- Display Warnings and Maintenance260
- Precautions While Driving with ACC261
- General Information264
- Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode264
Parksense Front and Rear Park Assist266
- Parksense Sensors267
- Parksense Warning Display268
- Parksense Display268
- Enabling and Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense271
- Service the Parksense Park Assist System271
- Cleaning the Parksense System272
- Parksense System Usage Precautions272
Parksense Active Park Assist System - if Equipped273
- Enabling and Disabling the Parksense Active Park Assist System274
- Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display275
- Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display279
Lanesense - if Equipped283
- Lanesense Operation283
- Turning Lanesense on or off284
- Lanesense Warning Message284
- Changing Lanesense Status286
Parkview Rear Back up Camera286
Surround View Camera System - if288
Equipped288
Refueling the Vehicle - Gasoline291
Engines291
Refueling the Vehicle - Diesel Engine293
- Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel294
- Bulk Fuel Storage - Diesel Fuel294
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid295
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage295
- Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid295
Vehicle Loading297
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)297
- Payload297
- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)297
- Tire Size297
- Rim Size297
- Inflation Pressure297
- Curb Weight297
- Loading298
Trailer Towing298
- Common Towing Definitions298
- Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight302
- Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)302
- Trailer and Tongue Weight303
- Towing Requirements303
- Towing Tips309
Snowplow310
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)311
- Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle311
- Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models312
- Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models312
Driving Tips315
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces315
- Driving through Water315
- Off-Road Driving Tips316
In Case of Emergency318
Hazard Warning Flashers318
Assist and Sos System - if Equipped318
- General Information322
Bulb Replacement323
- Replacement Bulbs323
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs324
Fuses329
- External Power Distribution Center329
- Internal Power Distribution Center334
Jacking and Tire Changing338
- Jack Location338
- Removal of Jack and Tools338
- Removing the Spare Tire340
- Preparations for Jacking342
- Jacking Instructions342
- To Stow the Flat or Spare345
- Reinstalling the Jack and Tools346
Jump Starting347
- Preparations for Jump Start348
- Jump Starting Procedure348
If Your Engine Overheats350
Manual Park Release350
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle352
Towing a Disabled Vehicle353
- Two-Wheel Drive Models354
- Four-Wheel Drive Models355
- Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped355
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)356
Event Data Recorder (Edr)356
Servicing and Maintenance357
Scheduled Servicing - Gasoline357
Engines357
- Maintenance Plan357
- Heavy Duty Use of the Vehicle361
Scheduled Servicing - Diesel Engine361
- Maintenance Plan - Diesel Fuel up to B5 Biodiesel362
- Additional Maintenance - B6 to B7 Biodiesel364
Engine Compartment365
- 3.6L Engine with Stop/Start365
- 5.7L Engine Without Stop/Start366
- 5.7L Engine with Stop/Start367
- 3.0L Diesel Engine368
- Checking Oil Level369
- Adding Washer Fluid369
- Maintenance-Free Battery370
- Pressure Washing370
Dealer Service370
- Engine Oil - Gas Engine371
- Engine Oil Filter372
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter372
- Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter - Diesel Engine374
- Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement - Diesel Engine375
- Priming if the Engine Has Run out of Fuel - Diesel Engine376
- Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Message Process Flow (Diesel Engine)376
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid377
- Air Conditioner Maintenance377
- Accessory Drive Belt Inspection380
- Body Lubrication380
- Windshield Wiper Blades381
- Exhaust System382
- Cooling System383
- Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler (Diesel Engine)387
- Brake System387
- Automatic Transmission388
- Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid389
- Level389
- Transfer Case390
Hoisting390
Tires390
- Tire Safety Information390
- Tires - General Information398
- Tire Types402
- Spare Tires - if Equipped403
- Wheel and Wheel Trim Care405
- Tire Chains and Traction Devices406
- Tire Rotation Recommendations407
Department of Transportation408
Uniform Tire Quality Grades408
- Treadwear408
- Traction Grades408
- Temperature Grades408
Storing the Vehicle409
Bodywork409
- Protection from Atmospheric Agents409
- Body and Underbody Maintenance409
- Preserving the Bodywork410
Interiors412
- Seats and Fabric Parts412
- Plastic and Coated Parts412
- Leather Parts413
- Glass Surfaces413
Technical Specifications414
Identification Data414
- Vehicle Identification Number414
Brake System414
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications414
- Torque Specifications414
Fuel Requirements - Gasoline415
Engines415
- 3.6L Engine415
- L Engine416
- Reformulated Gasoline416
- Materials Added to Fuel416
- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends417
- Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles417
- CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications417
- MMT in Gasoline417
- Fuel System Cautions418
- Carbon Monoxide Warnings418
Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine418
- Diesel Fuel Specifications419
- Biodiesel Fuel Requirements419
Fluid Capacities - Gasoline Engines421
Fluid Capacities - Diesel Engine422
Fluids and Lubricants - Gasoline Engines423
- Engine423
- Chassis425
Fluids and Lubricants - Diesel Engine426
- Engine426
- Chassis429
Uconnect Systems430
Cybersecurity430
Multimedia430
Uconnect Settings431
- Uconnect 3 Settings431
- Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings444
- Uconnect 4C NAV with 12-Inch Display Settings463
Safety and General Information481
- Safety Guidelines481
Uconnect 3 with 5-Inch Display482
- Introduction482
- Radio Mode483
- Media Mode486
- Phone Mode488
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if495
Equipped495
- Radio Operation495
- Media Mode495
Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - if Equipped495
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones497
- Regulatory and Safety Information497
Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick Tips499
- Introducing Uconnect499
- Get Started499
- Basic Voice Commands499
- Radio500
- Media500
- Phone500
- Voice Text Reply501
- Climate502
- Navigation502
- Siri® Eyes Free - if Equipped502
- Using Do Not Disturb502
- Android Auto™ - if Equipped503
- Apple Carplay® - if Equipped503
- General Information504
- Additional Information504
Customer Assistance505
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle505
- Prepare for the Appointment505
- Prepare a List505
- Be Reasonable with Requests505
If You Need Assistance505
- FCA US LLC Customer Center506
- FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center506
- In Mexico Contact506
- Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands506
- Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)506
- Service Contract506
Warranty Information507
Mopar® Parts507
Reporting Safety Defects507
- In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C507
- In Canada507
Publication Order Forms508
Index509

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