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280 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

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Table of Contents3
Introduction9
Important Notice10
Symbols Key10
Van Conversions/Campers11
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations11
Symbol Glossary11
Getting to Know Your Vehicle17
Keys17
Key Fob17
Sentry Key19
Ignition Switch20
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ Ignition20
Remote Start - if Equipped21
How to Use Remote Start21
To Exit Remote Start Mode22
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation22
If Equipped22
Remote Start Comfort Systems - if Equipped22
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer22
Remote Start Abort Message23
Vehicle Security System - if Equipped23
To Arm the System23
To Disarm the System23
Rearming of the System23
Security System Manual Override24
Doors24
Manual Door Locks24
Power Door Locks - if Equipped24
Power Side Steps - if Equipped25
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ - Passive Entry25
If Equipped26
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit - if Equipped26
Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped26
Child-Protection Door Lock26
Steering Wheel27
Tilt Steering Column27
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped27
Uconnect Voice Recognition - if Equipped28
Introducing Voice Recognition28
Basic Voice Commands28
Get Started28
Additional Information28
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped29
Programming the Memory Feature29
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry29
Key Fob to Memory29
Memory Position Recall30
Programming the Memory Feature30
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob to Memory30
Seats30
Manual Adjustment Front Seats - if Equipped31
Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment31
Manual Adjustment Rear Seats31
Power Adjustment Front Seats - if Equipped32
Adjusting the Seat Forward or Rearward32
Reclining the Seatback32
Power Lumbar - if Equipped33
Easy Entry/Exit Seat33
Heated Seats - if Equipped33
Front Heated Seats33
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped34
Front Ventilated Seats34
Head Restraints34
Front Head Restraints34
Front Head Restraint Removal35
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment35
Rear Head Restraint Removal36
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped36
Mirrors37
Inside Rearview Mirror37
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped37
Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped39
Outside Mirrors39
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature40
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror40
If Equipped40
Power Mirrors - if Equipped41
Power Folding Outside Mirrors - if Equipped41
Automatic Power Folding Mirrors42
If Equipped42
Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse - if Equipped42
Power Convex Mirror Switch - if Equipped42
Forward Utility Lights and Rear Guidance43
Lights - if Equipped43
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped43
Exterior Lights43
Headlight Switch43
Multifunction Lever44
Daytime Running Lights (Drls) - if Equipped44
High/Low Beam Switch44
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - if Equipped44
Flash-To-Pass44
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped45
Directional LED Headlamp System45
If Equipped45
Parking Lights and Panel Lights45
Automatic Headlights with Wipers45
Headlight Illumination on Approach45
Headlight Delay45
Lights-On Reminder45
Fog Lights - if Equipped45
Turn Signals46
Lane Change Assist - if Equipped46
Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/Trailer Hitch46
Light with Bed Lights - if Equipped46
Battery Saver47
Interior Lights47
Courtesy Lights47
Courtesy/Reading Lights47
Dimmer Controls48
Illuminated Entry48
Windshield Wipers and Washers48
Windshield Wiper Operation49
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped49
Climate Controls50
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions and Functions50
Manual Climate Control Descriptions and Functions52
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)54
Climate Voice Recognition - if Equipped54
Operating Tips54
Interior Storage and Equipment55
Storage55
Door Storage56
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped56
Front Bench Seat Storage - if Equipped57
Overhead Sunglass Storage57
Second Row In-Floor Storage bin - if Equipped58
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped58
USB/AUX Control59
Electrical Power Outlets61
Power Inverter - if Equipped62
Wireless Charging Pad - if Equipped63
Windows64
Power Windows64
Automatic Window Features65
Reset Auto-Up - if Equipped65
Window Lockout Switch65
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped65
Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped66
Wind Buffeting66
Power Sunroof - if Equipped66
Single Pane Power Sunroof66
Sunroof Maintenance67
Hood67
To Open the Hood67
To Close the Hood67
Tailgate68
Opening68
Closing68
Tailgate Removal68
Disconnecting the Rear Camera and Remote Keyless Entry69
Bed Step - if Equipped70
Pickup Box71
Cargo Camera - if Equipped71
Bed Rail Tie-Down System - if Equipped72
Rambox - if Equipped73
Locking and Unlocking Rambox73
Rambox Cargo Storage Bins74
Rambox Safety Warning75
Bed Divider - if Equipped75
Divider Position75
Storage Position76
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped77
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal77
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation79
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning81
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel82
Midline Instrument Cluster82
Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions83
Highline Instrument Cluster84
Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions85
Premium Instrument Cluster86
Instrument Cluster Display Location and Controls87
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions87
Instrument Cluster Display87
Oil Life Reset89
Display Menu Items90
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped93
Warning Lights and Messages94
Red Warning Lights94
Air Bag Warning Light94
Brake Warning Light94
Yellow Warning Lights96
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)97
Yellow Indicator Lights99
Green Indicator Lights100
White Indicator Lights101
Blue Indicator Lights101
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II102
Cybersecurity102
Starting and Operating103
Starting the Engine - Gasoline Engine103
Automatic Transmission103
Tip Start Feature103
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ - Ignition103
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button103
Autopark - Rotary Shifter and 8-Speed Transmission Only104
Extended Park Starting105
If Engine Fails to Start105
Cold Weather Operation (below -22°F or −30°C)106
After Starting106
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped106
Engine Break-In Recommendations106
Gasoline Engine106
Parking Brake106
Automatic Transmission107
Ignition Park Interlock108
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System108
8-Speed Automatic Transmission108
Gear Ranges108
Transmission Limp Home Mode109
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation110
When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode110
Auxiliary Switches - if Equipped111
Active Noise Cancellation111
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped111
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (8-Speed Transmission)111
Shifting Procedure113
Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped113
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case114
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light115
Air Suspension System - if Equipped115
Description115
Air Suspension Modes115
Instrument Cluster Display Messages116
Operation116
Axle Locker System -If Equipped116
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power117
Wagon Only117
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon118
Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics118
Skid Plates and Underbody Protection118
Water Fording Characteristics118
Simultaneous Brake and Throttle Operation118
The Basics of Off-Road Driving119
When to Use Low Range119
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand119
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)120
Getting High Centered120
Hill Climbing121
Driving through Water122
Airing down for Off-Road Driving122
Vehicle Recovery123
After Driving Off-Road124
Limited-Slip Differential124
Winch Usage - if Equipped125
Things to Know before Using Your Winch125
Understanding the Features of Your Winch125
Winch Accessories126
Operating Your Winch126
General Information127
Vehicle Recovery Using the Winch127
Rigging Techniques131
Hydraulic Power Steering131
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Check132
Cruise Control Systems - if Equipped132
Cruise Control132
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)133
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation134
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu134
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)135
To Set a Desired ACC Speed135
To Turn off136
To Vary the Speed Setting136
Setting the Following Distance in ACC137
Overtake Aid137
ACC Operation at Stop138
Display Warnings and Maintenance138
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist141
If Equipped141
Parksense Sensors141
Parksense Warning Display141
Parksense Display142
Enabling and Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense144
Service the Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System144
Cleaning the Parksense System144
Parksense System Usage Precautions144
Lanesense - if Equipped145
Lanesense Operation145
Turning Lanesense on or off145
Lanesense Warning Message146
Changing Lanesense Status147
Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot Assist - if Equipped147
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped147
Surround View Camera System149
If Equipped149
Trailer Cameras - if Equipped153
Trailer Surround View Camera System153
AUX Camera156
Refueling the Vehicle - Gasoline Engine156
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message157
Vehicle Loading157
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)157
Payload157
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)157
Tire Size157
Rim Size157
Inflation Pressure157
Curb Weight158
Loading158
Trailer Towing158
Common Towing Definitions158
Weight-Carrying Hitch159
Weight-Distributing Hitch159
Fifth-Wheel Hitch160
Gooseneck Hitch160
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight161
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)161
Trailer and Tongue Weight161
Trailer Reverse Steering Control - if Equipped161
Towing Requirements165
Towing Requirements - Tires165
Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes166
Towing Requirements - Trailer Lights and Wiring168
Towing Tips170
Snowplow170
Before Plowing170
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability170
Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached171
Operating Tips171
General Maintenance171
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)171
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle171
Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models172
Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models172
Driving Tips174
Driving on Slippery Surfaces174
Driving through Water174
Off-Road Driving Tips175
Multimedia176
Uconnect Systems176
Cybersecurity176
Uconnect Settings176
Customer Programmable Features177
Safety/Driving Assistance181
Clock & Date183
Navigation - if Equipped184
Doors and Locks189
System Information193
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones195
Off-Road Pages - if Equipped195
Off-Road Pages Status Bar196
Vehicle Dynamics196
Accessory Gauge197
Pitch & Roll198
Suspension198
Forward Facing Camera199
Trailer Tow - if Equipped199
Trailer Info200
Cameras200
Light Check201
Setup201
Safety203
Safety Features203
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)203
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light203
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)203
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System204
Brake System Warning Light204
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)204
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)204
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)205
ESC Operating Modes205
Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and Esc off Indicator Light206
Hill Descent Control (HDC) - if Equipped206
Hill Start Assist (HSA)207
Auxiliary Driving Systems209
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) - if Equipped209
Rear Cross Path (RCP)211
Trailer Merge Assist212
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped213
FCW Braking Status and Sensitivity214
FCW Limited Warning215
Service FCW Warning215
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)216
Service TPMS Warning217
Tire Fill Alert220
Occupant Restraint Systems221
Occupant Restraint Systems Features221
Important Safety Precautions221
Seat Belt Systems222
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )222
Lap/Shoulder Belts223
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure225
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage225
First Row Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions (Regular Cab Only)225
First Row Center Lap Belt Operating Instructions - if Equipped226
Seat Belt Pretensioner226
Energy Management Feature227
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) - if Equipped227
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)228
Airbag System Components228
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light228
Front Airbags229
Driver and Passenger Front Air Bag Features229
Front Air Bag Operation230
Knee Impact Bolsters230
Supplemental Side Air Bags230
If a Deployment Occurs232
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure233
Maintaining Your Air Bag System233
Child Restraints234
Summary of Recommendations for Restraining Children in Vehicles235
Infant and Child Restraints235
Older Children and Child Restraints236
Children too Large for Booster Seats236
Recommendations for Attaching Child Restraints237
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Restraint System237
LATCH Positions for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle237
Locating the LATCH Anchorages239
Locating the Upper Tether Anchorages239
Center Seat LATCH240
To Install a LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint240
How to Stow an Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt241
Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt241
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle242
Installing a Child Restraint with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)243
Installing a Child Restraint with a Cinching Latch Plate (CINCH) - if Equipped243
Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage244
Safety Tips247
Transporting Passengers247
Transporting Pets247
Connected Vehicles247
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle247
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle248
Exhaust Gas248
Carbon Monoxide Warnings249
In Case of Emergency250
Hazard Warning Flashers250
Sos Emergency Call - if Equipped250
Jacking and Tire Changing252
Preparations for Jacking253
Jack Location253
Removal of Jack and Tools253
Removing the Spare Tire255
Jacking Instructions255
To Stow the Flat or Spare258
Reinstalling the Jack and Tools259
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - if Equipped260
Jump Starting260
Preparations for Jump Start261
Jump Starting Procedure261
Manual Park Release262
8-Speed Transmission262
If Your Engine Overheats263
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle263
Towing a Disabled Vehicle264
Two-Wheel Drive Models265
Four-Wheel Drive Models265
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped265
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)266
Event Data Recorder (Edr)266
Servicing and Maintenance267
Scheduled Servicing267
Engine Compartment267
6.4L Gasoline Engine267
Checking Oil Level268
Adding Washer Fluid268
Maintenance-Free Battery268
Pressure Washing269
Vehicle Maintenance269
Engine Oil269
Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters270
Engine Oil Filter270
Engine Air Cleaner Filter270
Air Conditioner Maintenance271
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling - R-134A - (if Equipped)271
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling - R-1234Yf - (if Equipped)271
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection273
Body Lubrication273
Windshield Wiper Blades273
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation274
Exhaust System275
Cooling System276
Engine Coolant Checks276
Selection of Coolant276
Adding Coolant277
Cooling System Pressure Cap277
Brake System278
Automatic Transmission279
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level280
Transfer Case280
Fuses280
Power Distribution Center281
Bulb Replacement287
Replacing Exterior Bulbs288
Tires292
Tire Safety Information292
Tire Markings292
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure293
Tires - General Information293
Tire Inflation Pressures294
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation294
Radial Ply Tires294
Tread Wear Indicators295
Tire Spinning295
Replacement Tires296
Tire Types296
Summer or Three Season Tires - if Equipped296
Spare Tires - if Equipped297
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel - if Equipped297
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped297
Collapsible Spare Tire - if Equipped297
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped298
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care298
Tire Rotation Recommendations298
Dual Rear Wheels - if Equipped299
Department of Transportation Uniform300
Tire Quality Grades300
Treadwear300
Traction Grades300
Temperature Grades300
Storing the Vehicle301
Bodywork301
Protection from Atmospheric Agents301
Body and Underbody Maintenance301
Preserving the Bodywork301
Special Care302
Spray-On Bedliner - if Equipped302
Interiors303
Seats and Fabric Parts303
Plastic and Coated Parts303
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses304
Leather Surfaces304
Glass Surfaces304
Technical Specifications305
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)305
Brake System305
Hydraulic Brake Assist - if Equipped305
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications305
Torque Specifications305
Fuel Requirements - Gasoline Engine306
6.4L Engine307
Methanol307
Ethanol307
Reformulated Gasoline307
Materials Added to Fuel307
Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles307
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications308
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline308
Fluid Capacities308
Engine Fluids and Lubricants309
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants310
Customer Assistance311
FCA International Operations LLC311
Towing Service311
Service Contract311
Warranty Information311
Forward Collision Warning321
Hill Start Assist321
Clear Personal Data471
Volume Adjustment474
Wheel Alignment475
Time Format485
Set Theme490
Bed Lowering567
Messages Menu600
Vehicle Settings600
Vehicle Info602
Apple Carplay633
Lane Change Assist654
Keyless Enter-N-Go705

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