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Maintenance
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TECHNICAL
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Table of Contents
Main Page
Introduction
5
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
How to Use this Manual
7
Essential Information
7
Introduction
7
Symbols
8
Warnings and Cautions
9
Van Conversions/Campers
9
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Graphical
11
Front View
12
Rear View
13
Instrument Panel
14
Interior
15
Getting to Know Your Vehicle
17
Windshield
19
Keys
22
Key Fobs
22
Ignition Switch
29
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) - if Equipped
29
Keyless Push Button Ignition - if Equipped
32
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
32
Remote Start - if Equipped
33
How to Use Remote Start
33
Remote Start Abort Message
33
To Enter Remote Start Mode
34
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving the Vehicle
34
To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle
34
Remote Start Comfort Systems - if Equipped
34
General Information
35
Sentry Key
35
Customer Key Programming
36
Replacement Keys
36
General Information
37
Vehicle Security Alarm
37
To Arm the System
37
To Disarm the System
38
Rearming of the System
39
Security System Manual Override
39
Doors
39
Manual Door Locks
39
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
40
Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry
41
Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped
44
Child-Protection Door Lock
45
Seats
46
Manual Front Seat Adjustment
46
Manual Rear Seat Adjustment
48
Power Driver Seat Adjustment - if Equipped
48
Power Passenger Seat Adjustment - if Equipped
50
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
51
Heated Seats - if Equipped
54
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
56
Manual Folding Rear Seats (Mega Cab Models)
57
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
60
Head Restraints
60
Front Head Restraint Adjustment
60
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
61
Front Head Restraint Removal
62
Rear Head Restraint Removal
62
Steering Wheel
63
Tilt Steering Column
63
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
63
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
64
Instrument Cluster
65
Mirrors
66
Inside Day/Night Mirror - if Equipped
66
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
66
Automatic Dimming Mirror with Rear View Camera Display - if Equipped
67
Outside Mirrors
68
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - if
68
Equipped
68
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
69
Power Folding Outside Mirrors for Standard and Trailer Tow - if Equipped
70
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
72
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
73
Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse - if Equipped
73
Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped
74
Exterior Lights
75
Headlight Switch
75
Headlights
76
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - if Equipped
76
Multifunction Lever
76
High/Low Beam Switch
76
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - if
77
Equipped
77
Flash-To-Pass
78
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
78
Parking Lights and Panel Lights
79
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)
79
Headlight Delay
79
Lights-On Reminder
79
Fog Lights - if Equipped
80
Turn Signals
80
Lane Change Assist - if Equipped
81
Cargo Light with Bed Lights - if Equipped
81
Battery Saver
82
Interior Lights
82
Courtesy Lights
82
Illuminated Approach
85
Windshield Wipers and Washers
85
Windshield Wipers
85
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped
87
Climate Controls
88
Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen
88
Gear Selector
88
Manual Climate Controls with a Touchscreen
93
Automatic Climate Controls with a Touchscreen
98
Climate Control Functions
105
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
106
Operating Tips
106
Windows
109
Power Windows - if Equipped
109
Wind Buffeting
111
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
112
Opening Sunroof
112
Closing Sunroof
113
Wind Buffeting
113
Sunshade Operation
113
Pinch Protect Feature
113
Venting Sunroof - Express
114
Sunroof Maintenance
114
Ignition off Operation
114
Hood
114
To Open the Hood
114
Tailgate
115
Opening
115
Closing
115
To Close the Hood
115
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
116
Before You Begin Programming Homelink
117
Programming a Rolling Code
117
Programming a Non-Rolling Code
119
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
120
Using Homelink
121
Security
122
Troubleshooting Tips
122
General Information
123
Internal Equipment
123
Storage
123
Cupholders
134
Electrical Power Outlets
135
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
139
Power Inverter - if Equipped
139
Auxiliary Switches - if Equipped
140
Pickup Box
141
Cargo Camera - if Equipped
142
Rambox - if Equipped
143
Rambox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins
143
Locking and Unlocking Rambox
145
Rambox Safety Warning
146
Bed Extender - if Equipped
147
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
153
Slide-In Campers
154
Camper Applications
154
Easy-Off Tailgate
155
Disconnecting the Rear Camera or Remote Keyless Entry - if Equipped
155
Removing the Tailgate
156
Locking Tailgate
157
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped
157
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal
158
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
161
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
167
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel
169
Base Instrument Cluster
170
Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions
171
Premium Instrument Cluster
172
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions
173
Instrument Cluster Display
174
Instrument Cluster Display Controls
175
Display Menu Screens
177
Gear Selector
178
Oil Life Reset
179
Display Messages
180
Display Menu Items
182
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped
189
Warning Lights and Messages
191
Red Warning Lights
191
Yellow Warning Lights
194
Yellow Indicator Lights
198
Green Indicator Lights
200
White Indicator Lights
201
Blue Indicator Lights
201
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II
202
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
202
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
203
Safety
205
Safety Features
206
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
206
Electronic Brake Control System
207
Auxiliary Driving Systems
218
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
218
Occupant Restraint Systems
225
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
225
Important Safety Precautions
225
Seat Belt Systems
226
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
239
Child Restraints
254
Safety Tips
280
Transporting Passengers
280
Transporting Pets
280
Exhaust Gas
281
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
281
Outside the Vehicle
283
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
283
Starting and Operating
285
Starting the Engine - Gasoline Engine
290
Automatic Transmission
290
Tip Start Feature
291
Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition
291
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP
291
Button
291
Idle Shutdown - 6.4L Engine Only
295
If Engine Fails to Start
295
Cold Weather Operation
296
(Below -22°F or −30°C)
296
After Starting
296
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
296
Engine Break-In Recommendations
297
Parking Brake
297
Automatic Transmission
299
Key Ignition Park Interlock
300
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
301
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
301
Models Only (if Equipped)
308
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 2500/3500
317
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 2500/3500 Models Only
317
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
326
Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped
326
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - if Equipped
329
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - if Equipped
334
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) - if Equipped
338
Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) - if Equipped
341
Air Suspension System (1500 Models) - if Equipped
346
Description
346
Air Suspension Modes
349
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
350
Operation
350
Air Suspension System
352
(Rebel Models Only) - if Equipped
352
Description
352
Air Suspension Modes
355
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
356
Operation
356
Air Suspension System (2500/3500 Models)
358
Description
358
Air Suspension Modes
359
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
360
Operation
360
Axle Locker System - Power Wagon Models Only (if Equipped)
361
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
363
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
364
Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics
364
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
366
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)
368
Hill Climbing
370
Driving through Water
372
In Case of Emergency
447
Assist and Sos Mirror - if Equipped
449
Hazard Warning Flashers
449
Bulb Replacement
454
Replacement Bulbs
454
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
456
Fuses
463
Power Distribution Center
463
Jacking and Tire Changing
470
Jacking and Tire Changing 2500 and 3500 Series Trucks
487
Jump Starting
504
Preparations for Jump Start
504
Jump Starting Procedure
506
If Your Engine Overheats
507
Gear Selector Override - 6-Speed
508
Transmission
508
Column Gear Selector - if Equipped
508
Center Console Gear Selector - if Equipped
509
Manual Park Release - 8 Speed
510
Transmission
510
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
511
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
512
Two-Wheel Drive Models
514
Four-Wheel Drive Models
514
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
515
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)
516
Event Data Recorder (Edr)
516
Servicing and Maintenance
517
Scheduled Servicing
519
Maintenance Plan
520
Heavy Duty Use of the Vehicle
524
Engine Compartment
525
3.6L Engine
525
L Engine
526
6.4L Engine
527
Checking Oil Level - Gas Engine
528
Adding Washer Fluid
528
Maintenance-Free Battery
528
Dealer Service
529
Engine Oil - Gas Engine
530
Engine Oil Filter
532
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
533
Air Conditioner Maintenance
535
Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
541
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
541
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
542
Body Lubrication
543
Windshield Wiper Blades
544
Exhaust System
547
Cooling System
548
Brake System
554
Automatic Transmission
555
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
558
Transfer Case
559
Hoisting
560
Tires
560
Tire Safety Information
560
Tires - General Information
570
Tire Types
576
Spare Tires - if Equipped
577
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
580
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
581
Tire Rotation Recommendations
582
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
585
Treadwear
585
Traction Grades
585
Temperature Grades
585
Bodywork
586
Protection from Atmospheric Agents
586
Body and Underbody Maintenance
587
Preserving the Bodywork
587
Storing the Vehicle
586
Interiors
589
Seats and Fabric Parts
589
Plastic and Coated Parts
590
Leather Parts
591
Glass Surfaces
592
Technical Specifications
593
Brake System
595
Hydraulic Brake Assist - 2500/3500 Models Only (Except Power Wagon)
595
Identification Data
595
Vehicle Identification Number
595
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications
596
Torque Specifications
596
Fuel Requirements
598
3.6L Engine
598
6.4L Engine
599
Reformulated Gasoline
599
Materials Added to Fuel
599
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
600
Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
600
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications
601
Fuel System Cautions
601
MMT in Gasoline
601
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
602
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
602
Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only)
602
General Information
602
Fuel Requirements
603
Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
603
Cruising Range
604
Replacement Parts
604
Maintenance
604
Starting
604
Fluid Capacities
605
Engine
606
Fluids and Lubricants
606
Chassis
609
Multimedia
611
Personalized Menu Bar
613
Uconnect Radios
613
Cybersecurity
614
Uconnect Settings
615
Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect 3
617
Personal Settings
617
Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Personal Settings
635
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
655
Radio Operation
655
CD Player - if Equipped
655
Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Control - if Equipped
656
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
656
Regulatory and Safety Information
657
Voice Commands
658
Introducing Uconnect
658
Get Started
659
Basic Voice Commands
661
Radio
662
Media
663
Phone
665
Climate (4C/4C NAV)
667
Navigation (4C NAV)
668
Siriusxm Guardian (4C NAV) - if Equipped
669
Mobile App (4C NAV)
670
Register (4C NAV)
670
Apple Carplay - if Equipped
671
Siriusxm Travel Link (4C NAV)
671
Android Auto - if Equipped
673
Customer Assistance
677
If You Need Assistance
678
FCA US LLC Customer Center
679
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
679
In Mexico Contact
679
Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
679
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
679
Service Contract
680
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
678
Prepare for the Appointment
678
Prepare a List
678
Be Reasonable with Requests
678
Mopar Parts
681
Publication Order Forms
681
Reporting Safety Defects
681
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
681
In Canada
681
Warranty Information
681
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