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SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating

precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to

follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the

definition of each symbol Ú page 123.

Red Warning Lights

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

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Air Bag Warning Light

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Brake Warning Light

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Hood Open Warning Light

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Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

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Battery Charge Warning Light

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Oil Pressure Warning Light

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Oil Temperature Warning Light

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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

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Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light

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Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped

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Door Open Warning Light

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Red Warning Lights

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Symbols Key12
Van Conversions/Campers12
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations12
Symbol Glossary13
Keys18
- Key Fob18
Sentry Key21
Ignition Switch22
- Keyless Enter-N-Go Ignition22
Remote Start - if Equipped (Gasoline)23
- How to Use Remote Start24
- To Exit Remote Start Mode25
- Remote Start Front Defrost Activation - if25
- Equipped25
- Remote Start Comfort Systems - if Equipped25
- Remote Start Abort Message26
Remote Start- if Equipped (Diesel)26
- How to Use Remote Start26
Vehicle Security System - if Equipped27
- To Arm the System27
- To Disarm the System28
- Rearming of the System28
- Security System Manual Override28
Doors28
- Manual Door Locks28
- Power Door Locks - if Equipped29
- Power Side Steps - if Equipped30
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry30
- Equipped32
- Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit - if32
- Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped32
- Child-Protection Door Lock32
Steering Wheel33
- Tilt Steering Column33
- Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped34
Uconnect Voice Recognition34
- Introducing Voice Recognition34
- Basic Voice Commands35
- Get Started35
- Additional Information36
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped36
- Programming the Memory Feature36
- Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless37
- Entry Key Fob to Memory37
- Memory Position Recall37
Seats37
- Manual Front Seat Adjustment38
- Manual Rear Seat Adjustment39
- Power Driver Seat Adjustment - if39
- Equipped39
- Heated Seats - if Equipped41
- Ventilated Seats - if Equipped42
- Head Restraints42
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if45
Equipped45
Mirrors45
- Inside Rearview Mirror45
- Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped47
- Outside Mirrors47
- Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming48
- Mirror - if Equipped48
- Power Mirrors - if Equipped48
- Power Folding Outside Mirrors for48
- Standard and Trailer Tow - if Equipped48
- Power Convex Mirror Switch - if49
- Equipped49
- Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped50
- Heated Mirrors - if Equipped50
- Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse - if50
- Equipped50
Universal Garage Door Opener50
(Homelink®) - if Equipped50
- Before You Begin Programming51
- Homelink51
- Erasing All the Home Link Channels51
- Identifying Whether You Have a Rolling51
- Code or Non-Rolling Code Device51
- Programming Homelink® to a Garage Door Opener52
- Programming Homelink® to a52
- Miscellaneous Device53
- Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button53
- Canadian/Gate Operator Programming53
Exterior Lights54
- Headlight Switch54
- Multifunction Lever55
- Daytime Running Lights (Drls) - if Equipped55
- High/Low Beam Switch55
- Automatic High Beam Headlamp55
- Control - if Equipped55
- Flash-To-Pass56
- Automatic Headlights - if Equipped56
- Directional LED Headlamp System - if56
- Equipped56
- Parking Lights and Panel Lights56
- Automatic Headlights with Wipers56
- Headlight Delay57
- Lights-On Reminder57
- Front Fog Lights - if Equipped57
- Turn Signals57
- Lane Change Assist - if Equipped57
- Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights with Bed Lights - if Equipped57
- Battery Saver58
Interior Lights58
- Courtesy Lights58
- Illuminated Entry59
Windshield Wipers and Washers60
- Windshield Wiper Operation60
- Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped61
Climate Controls61
- Automatic Climate Control Descriptions62
- And Functions62
- Manual Climate Control Descriptions and65
- Functions65
- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)67
- Climate Voice Recognition68
- Operating Tips68
Interior Storage and Equipment70
- Storage70
- USB/AUX Control76
- Electrical Power Outlets77
- Power Inverter - if Equipped79
- Wireless Charging Pad - if Equipped80
Windows81
- Power Windows81
- Automatic Window Features82
- Reset Auto-Up82
- Window Lockout Switch82
- Power Sliding Rear Window - if83
- Equipped83
- Manual Sliding Rear Window - if83
- Wind Buffeting83
Power Sunroof - if Equipped83
- Single Pane Power Sunroof - if83
Hood85
- To Open the Hood85
- To Close the Hood85
Tailgate86
- Opening86
- Closing86
- Tailgate Removal86
- Bed Step - if Equipped88
Pickup Box89
- Cargo Camera - if Equipped90
- Bed Rail Tie-Down System - if91
- Equipped91
Rambox - if Equipped92
- Locking and Unlocking Rambox92
- Rambox Cargo Storage Bins93
- Rambox Safety Warning95
- Bed Divider - if Equipped95
Slide-In Campers97
- Camper Applications97
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped97
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal97
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation100
- Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning102
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel103
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster - Gas Engine103
- Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine104
Premium Instrument Cluster - Gas Engine106
- Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gas Engine107
Base Instrument Cluster - Diesel Engine108
- Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine109
Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel Engine111
- Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel Engine112
Instrument Cluster Display113
- Instrument Cluster Display Controls113
- Oil Life Reset114
- Display Menu Items115
- Diesel Messages and Warnings 6.7L Cummins Diesel Engine120
- Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped124
Warning Lights and Messages125
- Red Warning Lights125
- Yellow Warning Lights128
- Yellow Indicator Lights132
- Green Indicator Lights134
- White Indicator Lights135
- Blue Indicator Lights135
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II135
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity136
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance136
Programs136
Starting and Operating138
Engine138
- Automatic Transmission138
- Tip Start Feature138
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition139
- Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/ STOP Button139
- Autopark - Rotary Shifter and Eight-Speed Transmission Only140
- Cold Weather Operation142
- 30°C)142
- After Starting142
Starting the Engine - Diesel Engine142
- Automatic Transmission142
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition143
- Extreme Cold Weather145
- Normal Starting Procedure - Engine145
- Manifold Air Temperature above 66°F145
- (19°C)145
- Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F to 66°F (-18°C to 19°C)146
- Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature below 0°F (-18°C)146
- Starting Fluids147
Normal Operation - Diesel Engine148
- Cold Weather Precautions149
- Engine Idling151
- Noise152
- Stopping the Engine152
- Idle Shutdown153
- Programmable Maximum Vehicle153
- Speed153
- Operating Precautions153
- Cooling System Tips154
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped154
Engine Break-In Recommendations - Gasoline Engine155
Engine Break-In Recommendations - Diesel Engine155
Parking Brake156
Diesel Exhaust Brake - Engine157
Braking (if Equipped)157
Automatic Transmission158
- Ignition Park Interlock159
- System159
- Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped159
- Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped164
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped170
- Electronically Shifted Transfer Case171
- Speed Transmission) - if Equipped171
- Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Six Speed Transmission) - if Equipped174
- Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped177
Auxiliary Switches - if Equipped170
Active Noise Cancellation170
Air Suspension System - if Equipped179
- Description179
- Air Suspension Modes180
- Instrument Cluster Display Messages180
- Operation181
Axle Locker System - Power Wagon181
Models Only (if Equipped)181
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only182
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only184
- Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics184
- Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand185
- Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)186
- Hill Climbing187
- Driving through Water189
- Airing down for Off-Road Driving190
- Vehicle Recovery190
- After Driving Off-Road192
Limited-Slip Differential193
Winch Usage - Power Wagon Only (if Equipped)193
- Things to Know before Using Your193
- Winch193
- Understanding the Features of Your Winch194
- Winch Accessories195
- Operating Your Winch195
- Rigging Techniques201
Fuel Saver Technology - Gasoline202
Engine (if Equipped)202
Cruise Control Systems - if Equipped202
- Cruise Control - if Equipped202
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) - if204
- Equipped204
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist - if Equipped215
- Parksense Sensors215
- Parksense Warning Display215
- Parksense Display215
- Enabling and Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense218
- Service the Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System218
- Cleaning the Parksense System219
- Parksense System Usage Precautions219
Lanesense - if Equipped220
- Lanesense Operation220
- Turning Lanesense on or off221
- Lanesense Warning Message221
- Changing Lanesense Status222
Parkview Rear Back up Camera223
- AUX Camera - if Equipped225
Surround View Camera System - if226
Equipped226
- AUX Camera - if Equipped231
Engine Runaway - Diesel Engine232
Refueling the Vehicle - Gasoline Engine232
- Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message233
Refueling the Vehicle - Diesel Engine234
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid234
Vehicle Loading237
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)237
- Payload237
- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)237
- Tire Size237
- Rim Size238
- Inflation Pressure238
- Curb Weight238
- Loading238
Trailer Towing238
- Common Towing Definitions238
- Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight242
- Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)243
- Trailer and Tongue Weight243
- Towing Requirements243
- Towing Tips249
Snowplow250
- Before Plowing250
- Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability250
- Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached251
- Operating Tips251
- General Maintenance251
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)252
- Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle252
- Models252
- Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models253
Driving Tips256
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces256
- Driving through Water256
- Off-Road Driving Tips257
Uconnect Systems259
Cybersecurity259
Uconnect Settings260
- Customer Programmable Features261
Uconnect Introduction278
- System Overview278
- Safety and General Information280
Uconnect Modes281
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls281
- Radio Mode281
- Media Mode289
- Phone Mode292
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones303
- Regulatory and Safety Information303
Off-Road Pages - if Equipped304
- Off-Road Pages Status Bar304
- Vehicle Dynamics305
- Accessory Gauge305
- Pitch & Roll306
- Forward Facing Camera306
Safety Features307
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)307
- Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System308
Auxiliary Driving Systems315
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) - if315
- Equipped315
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped322
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System324
- (Tpms)324
Occupant Restraint Systems332
- Occupant Restraint Systems Features332
- Important Safety Precautions332
- Seat Belt Systems333
- Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)342
- Child Restraints352
Safety Tips369
- Transporting Passengers369
- Transporting Pets369
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle369
- Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle370
- Exhaust Gas371
- Carbon Monoxide Warnings371
In Case of Emergency372
Hazard Warning Flashers372
Assist and Sos System - if Equipped373
Jacking and Tire Changing376
- Preparations for Jacking377
- Jack Location377
- Removal of Jack and Tools377
- Removing the Spare Tire379
- Jacking Instructions380
- To Stow the Flat or Spare383
- Reinstalling the Jack and Tools385
- Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - if Equipped385
Jump Starting386
- Preparations for Jump Start387
- Jump Starting Procedure388
Gear Selector Override - 6-Speed389
Transmission389
Manual Park Release - 8 - Speed390
Transmission390
If Your Engine Overheats391
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle391
Towing a Disabled Vehicle392
- Two-Wheel Drive Models394
- Four-Wheel Drive Models394
- Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped394
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)395
Event Data Recorder (Edr)395
Servicing and Maintenance396
Scheduled Servicing - Gasoline396
Engine396
- Maintenance Plan - Gasoline Engine397
Scheduled Servicing- Diesel Engine400
- Oil Change Indicator System - Cummins® Diesel400
- Perform Service Indicator - Cummins® Diesel401
- Maintenance Plan - Cummins® Diesel Engine402
Engine Compartment406
- L Engine406
- L Diesel Engine - Six-Speed 68RFE407
- L Diesel Engine - Six-Speed AS69RC HD408
- Checking Oil Level409
- Adding Washer Fluid409
- Maintenance-Free Battery409
- Pressure Washing410
Vehicle Maintenance410
- Engine Oil410
- Engine Oil Filter411
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter412
- Air Conditioner Maintenance414
- Accessory Drive Belt Inspection416
- Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter - Diesel Engine417
- Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement - Diesel Engine418
- Replacement - Diesel Engine419
- Priming if the Engine Has Run out of Fuel - Diesel Engine420
- Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Message Process Flow421
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid422
- Body Lubrication422
- Windshield Wiper Blades422
- Exhaust System424
- Cooling System426
- Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler429
- Brake System429
- Automatic Transmission430
- Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level432
- Transfer Case433
- Noise Control System Required433
- Maintenance & Warranty433
- Fuses436
- Bulb Replacement444
Tires451
- Tire Safety Information451
- Tires - General Information457
- Tire Types461
- Spare Tires - if Equipped462
- Wheel and Wheel Trim Care463
- Snow Traction Devices465
- Tire Rotation Recommendations467
Department of Transportation Uniform468
Tire Quality Grades468
- Treadwear469
- Traction Grades469
- Temperature Grades469
Storing the Vehicle469
Bodywork470
- Protection from Atmospheric Agents470
- Body and Underbody Maintenance470
- Preserving the Bodywork470
Interiors472
- Seats and Fabric Parts472
- Plastic and Coated Parts473
- Leather Surfaces473
- Glass Surfaces474
Technical Specifications475
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)475
Brake System475
- Hydraulic Brake Assist - if Equipped475
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications476
- Torque Specifications476
Fuel Requirements - Gasoline Engine477
- L Engine477
- Reformulated Gasoline477
- Materials Added to Fuel477
- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends477
- Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel478
- Vehicles478
- CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications478
- Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline478
- Fuel System Cautions478
Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine479
- Fuel Specifications479
- Biodiesel Fuel Requirements480
Fluid Capacities482
Engine Fluids and Lubricants483
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants487
Customer Assistance489
Your Vehicle489
- Prepare for the Appointment489
- Preparea List489
- Be Reasonable with Requests489
If You Need Assistance489
- FCA US LLC Customer Center489
- FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center490
- Mexico490
- Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands490
- Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)490
- Service Contract490
Warranty Information491
Mopar® Parts491
Reporting Safety Defects491
- In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C491
- In Canada491
Publication Order Forms491
General Information492

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