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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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