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ENGINE
COMP
ARTMENT
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5.9L
DIESEL
ENGINE
MAINT
AINING
YOUR
VEHICLE
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INTRODUCTION
3
Introduction
4
A Message From Daimler Chrysler Corporation
4
How To Use This Manual
5
Warnings And Cautions
7
Van Conversions/Campers
7
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
9
A Word About Your Keys
12
Ignition Key Removal
12
Locking Doors With The Key
14
Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped
15
If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel
15
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock
15
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
15
Sentry Key — If Equipped
15
Replacement Keys
16
Customer Key Programming
17
General Information
18
Security Alarm System — If Equipped
18
Rearming Of The System
18
To Set The Alarm
18
To Disarm The System
19
Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped
19
Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped
20
To Unlock The Doors
20
To Lock The Doors
21
Using The Panic Alarm
23
General Information
23
Transmitter Battery Service
24
Door Locks
25
Manual Door Locks — If Equipped
25
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
26
Child Protection Door Lock
29
Windows
30
Power Windows – If Equipped
30
Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped
32
Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped
32
Wind Buffeting
32
Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only)
33
Lap/Shoulder Belts
34
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
42
Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode –If Equipped
42
Center Lap Belts
43
Seat Belt Pretensioners
44
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)
44
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
45
Seat Belt Extender
46
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag
46
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
58
Child Restraint
60
New Engine Break In
74
Safety Tips
75
Transporting Passengers
75
Lock Your Vehicle
76
Exhaust Gas
76
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
77
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
77
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
79
Mirrors
84
Inside Mirror
84
Automatic Dimming Mirror – If Equipped
85
Outside Mirrors
86
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
86
Electronic Power Mirrors – If Equipped
87
Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Sideview Mirrors – If Equipped
88
Trailer Towing Mirrors – If Equipped
88
Hands–Free Communication (UConnectTM) — If Equipped
89
Operations
91
Phone Call Features
97
UConnectTM System Features
100
Advanced Phone Connectivity
105
Things You Should Know About Your UConnectTM System
107
General Information
114
Seats
115
40—20—40 Front Seat
115
Reclining Seats
116
Adjustable Head Restraints
117
Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped
118
Power Seats — If Equipped
118
Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models
120
Heated Seats — If Equipped
125
To Open And Close The Hood
127
Lights
128
Interior Lights
129
Battery Saver
130
Headlamp Delay
130
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
130
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles)
131
Lights On Reminder
132
Fog Lights — If Equipped
132
Cargo Light — If Equipped
132
Multifunction Control Lever
133
Windshield Wipers And Washers
135
Windshield Wipers
135
Windshield Washers
136
Tilt Steering Column
137
Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped
138
Adjustment
138
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
139
To Activate
139
To Set At A Desired Speed
140
To Deactivate
140
To Resume Speed
140
To Vary The Speed Setting
140
To Accelerate For Passing
141
Overhead Console — If Equipped
142
Courtesy/Reading Lights
142
Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature Mini Trip Computer — If Equipped
143
US/M Button
143
Reset Button
144
Global Reset
144
Step Button
144
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
145
Distance To Empty (DTE)
145
Trip Odometer (ODO)
146
Elapsed Time (ET)
146
C/T Button
146
Automatic Compass Calibration
147
Manual Compass Calibration
147
Recalibrating The Compass
148
Outside Temperature
149
Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Diesel Only
150
Dome/Reading Lights
150
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
151
Compass/Temperature Button
157
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped
160
Programming HomeLink
162
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
164
Using HomeLink
165
Erasing HomeLink Buttons
165
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button
165
Security
166
Power Sunroof — If Equipped
166
Open Sunroof Express Mode
167
Comfort Stop
167
Closing Sunroof Express
168
Pinch Protect Feature
168
Pinch Protect Override
168
Venting Sunroof Express
168
Sunshade Operation
168
Wind Buffeting
169
Sunroof Maintenance
169
Sunroof Fully Closed
169
Electrical Power Outlets
169
Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver
171
Cupholders
172
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic Transmission
172
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) — Automatic Transmission
174
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual Transmission
174
Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab — If Equipped
175
Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab
175
Storage
176
Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped
176
Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) — If Equipped
177
Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)
179
Storage And Seats (Mega Cab Models)
179
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models)
181
Rear Window Features
181
Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Side View Mirrors — If Equipped
181
Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
182
Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
182
Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped
183
Pickup Box
186
Slide In Campers
188
Camper Applications
188
Easy Off Tailgate
188
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
191
Instruments And Controls
195
Instrument Cluster
196
Instrument Cluster – 5.9L Diesel Engine
196
Instrument Cluster – 6.7L Diesel Engine
197
Instrument Cluster Description
198
Electronic Digital Clock
207
Clock Setting Procedure
207
Radio General Information
207
Radio Broadcast Signals
207
Two Types Of Signals
208
Electrical Disturbances
208
AM Reception
208
FM Reception
208
Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability
209
Operating Instructions Radio Mode
209
Operation Instructions CD Mode
213
Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode
215
Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone — If Equipped
216
Operating Instructions Satellite Radio — If Equipped
216
Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities
217
Operating Instructions Radio Mode
217
Operation Instructions (CD Mode For CD Audio Play)
222
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play)
224
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
226
Operation Instructions (CD Mode For MP
3
Audio Play)
228
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)
228
Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6–Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities
231
Operating Instructions Radio Mode
231
Operating Instructions — Tape Player
235
Seek Button
235
Fast Forward (FF)
236
Rewind (RW)
236
Tape Eject
236
Scan Button
236
Changing Tape Direction
236
Metal Tape Selection
236
Pinch Roller Release
236
Noise Reduction
237
Operation Instructions (CD Mode For CD Audio Play)
237
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play)
238
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
240
Operation Instructions(CD Mode For MP
3
And WMA Audio Play)
242
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Play)
242
Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio With Navigation System
245
Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
245
REC Setting The Clock
245
Audio Clock Display
248
Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped
249
Satellite Radio — If Equipped
249
System Activation
249
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
250
Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And RAK Radios
251
Selecting A Channel
251
Storing And Selecting Pre Set Channels
252
Using The PTY (Program Type) Button — If Equipped
252
PTY Button Scan
252
PTY Button Seek
252
Satellite Antenna
252
Reception Quality
253
Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped
253
Radio Operation
254
Tape Player
254
CD Player
254
Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance
255
Compact Disc Maintenance
256
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
256
Climate Controls
257
Heater Only — If Equipped
257
Air Conditioning And Heating — If Equipped
259
Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature Control — If Equipped
262
Operating Tips
267
Operating Tips Chart
269
STARTING AND OPERATING
271
Starting Procedures – Diesel Engines
275
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
275
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
276
Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Airtemperature Above 66°F (19°C)
276
Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 66°F (19°C)
277
Starting Fluids
281
Normal Operation (Diesel Engine)
281
Cold Weather Precautions
282
Engine Idling — In Cold Weather
286
Stopping The Engine
287
Engine Speed Control
288
Operating Precautions
288
Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission
288
Diesel Exhaust Brake (Engine Braking) – If Equipped
290
Transmission Shifting
291
Automatic Transmission With Overdrive (68RFE) — If Equipped
291
Automatic Transmission With Overdrive (48RE) — If Equipped
297
Manual Transmission
303
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
304
Downshifting
305
Four Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped
306
Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
306
Shifting Procedure Manually Shifted Transfer Case
308
Transfer Case Reminder Light
309
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions–If Equipped
310
Shifting Procedure Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
314
Limited Slip Differential — If Equipped
317
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
318
Driving Off Road
319
Parking Brake
320
Brake System
321
Brake Noise
322
Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System
322
Power Steering
324
Tire Safety Information
325
Tire Markings
325
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
329
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
330
Tires — General Information
334
Tire Pressure
334
Tire Inflation Pressures
335
Radial Ply Tires
337
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
338
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
338
Tire Spinning
339
Tread Wear Indicators
340
Life Of Tire
340
Replacement Tires
341
Alignment And Balance
342
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information — If Equipped
343
Tire Chains
343
Snow Tires
345
Tire Rotation Recommendations
345
Dual Rear Wheels
347
Engine Runaway
348
Fuel Requirements
348
Fuel Requirements (5.9L Diesel Engine)
348
Fuel Requirements (6.7L Diesel Engines)
350
Adding Fuel (Diesel Engines)
352
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
352
Bulk Fuel Storage
353
Vehicle Loading
355
Certification Label
355
Trailer Towing
358
Common Towing Definitions
358
Trailer Hitch Classification
362
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
363
Trailer And Tongue Weight
363
Towing Requirements
364
Towing Tips
370
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped
371
Snowplow
373
Before Plowing
374
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
374
Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
375
Methods For Removing Snow
375
Operating Tips
375
General Maintenance
376
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
377
Recreational Towing – 2 Wheel Drive Models
377
Recreational Towing – 4 Wheel Drive Models
377
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
385
Hazard Warning Flasher
386
Jacking And Tire Changing
387
All Models – If Equipped
387
Jacking Instructions
388
Removing The Spare Tire
388
Tire Changing Procedure
389
Hoisting
398
Jump Starting
399
With Portable Starting Unit
402
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
402
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped
403
Towing A Disabled Vehicle
404
4 Wheel Drive Vehicles
404
2–Wheel Drive Vehicles
404
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
405
Engine Compartment — 6.7L Diesel Engine
408
Engine Compartment — 5.9L Diesel Engine
409
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
410
Replacement Parts
410
Engine Data Plate
411
Dealer Service
411
Service Information
411
Maintenance Procedures
414
Engine Oil
414
Drive Belt
422
Engine Air Cleaner Filter (5.9L Diesel Engine)
422
Engine Air Cleaner Filter (6.7L Diesel Engines)
424
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter (5.9L Diesel Engine)
427
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter (6.7L Diesel Engine)
430
Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC Message Process Flow (Catalyst Full Message) (6.7L Diesel Engines Only)
434
Maintenance Free Batteries
437
Air Conditioner Maintenance
438
Power Steering — Fluid Check
439
Front Suspension Ball Joints
440
Steering Linkage — Inspection
440
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication
441
Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Pivot Bearings
441
Body Lubrication
441
Windshield Wiper Blades
442
Windshield Washers
442
Exhaust System
443
Cooling System
444
Fan
450
Charge Air Cooler (Inter Cooler)
450
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
451
Brake System
451
Clutch Linkage
453
Clutch Hydraulic System
453
Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
454
Transfer Case — If Equipped
455
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
455
Automatic Transmission
455
Front Wheel Bearings
458
Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
458
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
463
Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
468
Vehicle Storage
472
Replacement Light Bulbs
473
Bulb Replacement
474
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And Turn Lights
474
Fog Lights
477
Tail, Stop, Turn And Backup Lights
478
Center High Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With Cargo Light
481
Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped
482
Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped
484
Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel)— If Equipped
485
Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
486
Fluid Capacities
487
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
488
Engine
488
Chassis
491
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
493
Emission Control System Maintenance
494
Maintenance Schedules — 5.9L Turbo Diesel
494
Schedule “B”
497
Schedule “A”
506
Maintenance Schedules — 6.7L Turbo Diesel
511
Oil Change Indicator System
512
Perform Service Indicator
513
Maintenance Schedule
514
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
523
Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
524
Prepare For The Appointment
524
Prepare A List
524
Be Reasonable With Requests
524
If You Need Assistance
524
Warranty Information (U.S.Vehicles Only)
527
Mopar Parts
527
Reporting Safety Defects
527
In Canada
528
Publication Order Forms
528
Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
530
Treadwear
530
Traction Grades
530
Temperature Grades
531
INDEX
533
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