User Manual Ram 2021 2500 truck 2021 RAM 2500

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User Manual

For 2021 RAM 2500.

• INTRODUCTION11
  • Symbols Key12
  • VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS12
  • CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING12
  • VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS14
  • Symbol Glossary14
• GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE20
  • KEYS20
    • Key Fob20
      • To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate20
      • Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob21
      • Programming And Requesting Additional Key Fobs22
  • SENTRY KEY22
  • IGNITION SWITCH23
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition23
  • REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE)24
    • How To Use Remote Start25
    • To Exit Remote Start Mode25
    • Remote Start Front Defrost Activation — If Equipped26
    • Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped26
    • Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer Activation — If Equipped26
    • Remote Start Abort Message26
  • REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)27
    • How To Use Remote Start27
  • VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED27
    • To Arm The System28
    • 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 Entry (If Equipped)30
    • Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped32
    • Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped32
    • Child-Protection Door Lock32
  • STEERING WHEEL33
    • Tilt Steering Column33
    • Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped33
  • UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION33
    • Introducing Voice Recognition33
    • Basic Voice Commands34
    • Get Started34
    • Additional Information35
  • DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED35
    • Programming The Memory Feature36
    • Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory36
    • Memory Position Recall36
  • SEATS36
    • Manual Front Seat Adjustment37
      • Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment37
      • Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment37
      • 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped37
    • Manual Rear Seat Adjustment38
      • Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped38
    • Power Driver Seat Adjustment — If Equipped38
      • Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward38
      • Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down38
      • Tilting The Seat Up Or Down39
      • Reclining The Seatback39
      • Power Lumbar — If Equipped39
      • Easy Entry/Exit Seat39
    • Heated Seats — If Equipped40
      • Front Heated Seats40
      • Rear Heated Seats40
    • Ventilated Seats — If Equipped41
      • Front Ventilated Seats41
    • Head Restraints41
      • Front Head Restraints41
      • Front Head Restraint Removal42
      • Rear Head Restraint Adjustment43
      • Rear Head Restraint Removal43
  • DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED43
  • MIRRORS44
    • Inside Rearview Mirror44
      • Manual Mirror — If Equipped44
      • Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped44
      • Digital Rearview Mirror — If Equipped45
    • Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped45
      • Slide-On-Rod Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped45
    • Outside Mirrors46
      • Outside Mirrors Folding Feature46
    • Power Mirrors — If Equipped46
    • Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And Trailer Tow — If Equipped47
    • Power Convex Mirror Switch — If Equipped47
    • Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped48
    • Heated Mirrors — If Equipped48
    • Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped48
  • UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED49
    • Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®49
    • Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels49
    • Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device49
    • Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door Opener50
    • Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous Device51
    • Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button51
    • Canadian/Gate Operator Programming51
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTS52
    • Headlight Switch52
    • Multifunction Lever52
    • Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped52
    • High/Low Beam Switch53
    • Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped53
    • Flash-To-Pass53
    • Automatic Headlights — If Equipped53
    • Directional LED Headlamp System — If Equipped53
    • Parking Lights And Panel Lights53
    • Automatic Headlights With Wipers54
    • Headlight Delay54
    • Lights-On Reminder54
    • Front Fog Lights — If Equipped54
    • Turn Signals54
    • Lane Change Assist — If Equipped54
    • Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights With Bed Lights — If Equipped55
    • Battery Saver55
  • INTERIOR LIGHTS56
    • Courtesy Lights56
      • Courtesy/Reading Lights56
      • Dimmer Controls57
    • Illuminated Entry57
  • WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS57
    • Windshield Wiper Operation57
    • Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped58
  • CLIMATE CONTROLS59
    • Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And Functions59
      • MAX A/C Button59
      • A/C Button59
      • Recirculation Button59
      • Auto Button60
      • Front Defrost Button60
      • Rear Defrost Button60
      • Driver And Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons60
      • SYNC Button60
      • Blower Control61
      • Mode Control61
      • Panel Mode61
      • Bi-Level Mode61
      • Floor Mode61
      • Mix Mode61
      • Climate Control OFF Button61
    • Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Functions62
      • MAX A/C Setting62
      • A/C Button62
      • Recirculation Button62
      • Front Defrost Setting62
      • Rear Defrost Button62
      • Temperature Control63
      • Blower Control63
      • Mode Control63
      • Panel Mode63
      • Bi-Level Mode63
      • Floor Mode63
      • Mix Mode63
    • Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)63
      • Automatic Operation63
      • Manual Operation Override64
    • Climate Voice Recognition64
    • Operating Tips64
      • Summer Operation64
      • Winter Operation64
      • Vacation/Storage64
      • Window Fogging64
      • Outside Air Intake64
      • Cabin Air Filter64
      • Stop/Start System — If Equipped65
      • Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped65
      • Operating Tips Chart65
  • INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT65
    • Storage65
      • Glove Compartment65
      • Door Storage66
      • Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped66
      • Overhead Sunglass Storage68
      • Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped68
      • Seatback Storage — If Equipped69
      • Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped69
      • Storage Bin (Regular Cab)69
      • Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped70
      • Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab)71
    • USB/AUX Control71
    • Electrical Power Outlets72
    • Power Inverter — If Equipped73
    • Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped75
  • WINDOWS76
    • Power Windows76
    • Automatic Window Features76
    • Reset Auto-Up77
    • Window Lockout Switch77
    • Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped77
    • Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped77
    • Wind Buffeting77
  • POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED78
    • Single Pane Power Sunroof78
      • Opening Sunroof78
      • Pinch Protect Feature79
      • Sunshade Operation79
      • Ignition Off Operation79
      • Sunroof Maintenance79
  • HOOD79
    • To Open The Hood79
    • To Close The Hood80
  • TAILGATE80
    • Opening80
      • Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped80
    • Closing80
    • Tailgate Removal80
      • Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote Keyless Entry81
    • Bed Step — If Equipped82
  • PICKUP BOX83
    • Cargo Camera — If Equipped84
      • Turning Cargo Camera On Or Off — With Uconnect 4C/4C NAV85
    • Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped85
  • RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED86
    • Locking And Unlocking RamBox86
    • RamBox Cargo Storage Bins87
    • RamBox Safety Warning89
      • RamBox Emergency Release Lever89
    • Bed Divider — If Equipped89
      • Divider Position89
      • Storage Position90
  • TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED91
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal91
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation93
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning95
• GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL96
  • BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE96
    • Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Gas Engine97
  • PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE98
    • Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Gas Engine99
  • BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE100
    • Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Diesel Engine101
  • PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE102
    • Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Diesel Engine103
  • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY103
    • Instrument Cluster Display Controls104
    • Oil Life Reset105
    • Display Menu Items105
      • Speedometer105
      • Vehicle Info105
      • Off Road106
      • Driver Assist — If Equipped106
      • Fuel Economy106
      • Trip A/Trip B107
      • Trailer Tow107
      • Audio107
      • Messages107
      • Screen Setup Menu Item107
      • Commercial Settings — If Equipped109
    • Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped110
  • DIESEL MESSAGES AND WARNINGS111
    • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages111
    • Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages112
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages113
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages113
    • RAM Active Air System114
  • WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES114
    • Red Warning Lights114
      • Air Bag Warning Light114
      • Brake Warning Light114
      • Battery Charge Warning Light115
      • Door Open Warning Light115
      • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light115
      • Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light116
      • Hood Open Warning Light116
      • Oil Pressure Warning Light116
      • Oil Temperature Warning Light116
      • Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light116
      • Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light116
      • Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped116
      • Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped117
    • Yellow Warning Lights117
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light — If Equipped117
      • Air Suspension Fault Warning Light — If Equipped117
      • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light117
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped117
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light — If Equipped118
      • LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped118
      • Low Washer Fluid Warning Light118
      • Low Fuel Warning Light118
      • Low Coolant Level Warning Light118
      • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If Equipped118
      • Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)118
      • Rear Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped119
      • Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light — If Equipped119
      • Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped119
      • Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped119
      • Cruise Control Fault Warning Light119
      • Sway Bar Fault Warning Light119
      • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light119
      • Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light — If Equipped120
    • Yellow Indicator Lights120
      • Air Suspension Alternate Trailer Height Indicator Light — If Equipped120
      • Air Suspension Bed Lowering Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped120
      • Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light — If Equipped120
      • Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light — If Equipped120
      • Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light — If Equipped120
      • Cargo Light — If Equipped121
      • Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light121
      • 4 WD Lock Indicator Light121
      • 4 WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • 4 WD High Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light121
      • Snowplow Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped121
      • TOW/HAUL Indicator Light121
      • Wait To Start Light — If Equipped121
      • Water In Fuel Indicator Light — If Equipped122
    • Green Indicator Lights122
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light — If Equipped122
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Automatic Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • ECO Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light122
      • Turn Signal Indicator Lights122
    • White Indicator Lights123
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped123
      • Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light123
      • Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped123
    • Blue Indicator Lights123
      • High Beam Indicator Light123
  • ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II123
    • Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity123
  • EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS124
• STARTING AND OPERATING125
  • STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE125
    • Automatic Transmission125
    • Tip Start Feature125
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition125
    • Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button125
    • AutoPark — Rotary Shifter and 8-Speed Transmission Only126
      • If Engine Fails To Start127
    • Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)128
    • After Starting128
  • STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE128
    • Automatic Transmission129
      • Tip Start Feature129
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition129
      • Normal Starting129
        • Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button129
        • To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button129
        • ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)130
      • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0° F To 66° F (–18° C to 19° C)130
    • Extreme Cold Weather131
    • Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)131
    • Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C)131
    • Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)132
    • Starting Fluids133
  • NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE133
    • Cold Weather Precautions134
      • Fuel Operating Range134
      • Engine Oil Usage134
      • Winter Front Cover Usage134
      • Battery Blanket Usage134
      • Engine Warm-Up135
    • Engine Idling135
      • Idle-Up Feature135
    • Noise136
    • Stopping The Engine136
    • Idle Shutdown137
    • Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed137
    • Operating Precautions137
      • Avoid Overheating The Engine137
      • Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation137
    • Cooling System Tips137
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure137
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts137
  • ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED138
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — GASOLINE ENGINE138
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — DIESEL ENGINE138
  • PARKING BRAKE139
  • DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE — ENGINE BRAKING (IF EQUIPPED)140
  • AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION141
    • Ignition Park Interlock142
    • Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System142
    • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped142
      • Gear Ranges143
      • Transmission Limp Home Mode145
      • Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation145
      • When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode146
    • 6-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped146
      • Gear Ranges147
      • Transmission Limp Home Mode149
      • Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation149
      • Overdrive Operation150
      • When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode150
      • Torque Converter Clutch151
  • AUXILIARY SWITCHES — IF EQUIPPED151
  • ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION151
  • FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED152
    • Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (8-Speed Transmission) — If Equipped152
      • Shifting Procedure154
        • 2 WD To 4WD HIGH154
        • 2 WD Or 4WD HIGH To 4WD LOW154
    • Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (6-Speed Transmission) — If Equipped155
      • Shifting Procedure156
        • 2 WD To 4WD HIGH157
        • 2 WD Or 4WD HIGH To 4WD LOW157
    • Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped157
      • Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted Transfer Case158
        • 2 H To 4H158
        • 2 H Or 4H To 4L158
      • Transfer Case Position Indicator Light159
  • AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED159
    • Description159
    • Air Suspension Modes160
    • Instrument Cluster Display Messages160
    • Operation160
  • AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER WAGON MODELS ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)161
  • STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER WAGON ONLY162
  • SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER WAGON ONLY163
    • Off-Road Driving Tips And Vehicle Characteristics163
      • Skid Plates And Underbody Protection163
      • Ramp Travel Index (RTI)163
      • Water Fording Characteristics164
      • Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation164
      • The Basics Of Off-Road Driving164
      • When To Use Low Range164
    • Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand164
    • Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)165
      • Using A Spotter165
      • Crossing Large Rocks166
      • Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch, Washout Or Rut166
      • Crossing Logs166
      • Getting High Centered166
    • Hill Climbing166
    • Driving Through Water168
    • Airing Down For Off-Road Driving169
    • Vehicle Recovery169
    • After Driving Off-Road171
  • LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL171
  • WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)172
    • Things To Know Before Using Your Winch172
      • General Winch Information172
      • Tensioning The Winch Rope172
      • Low Voltage Interrupt172
    • Understanding The Features Of Your Winch172
    • Winch Accessories173
    • Operating Your Winch173
      • General Information174
      • Vehicle Recovery Using The Winch174
    • Rigging Techniques179
      • How To Change The Pulling Direction179
      • Increasing Pulling Power179
      • Double Line179
  • FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)180
  • HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING180
    • Power Steering Fluid Check180
  • CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED180
    • Cruise Control181
      • To Activate181
      • To Set A Desired Speed181
      • To Vary The Speed Setting182
      • To Accelerate For Passing182
        • Using Cruise Control On Hills182
      • To Resume Speed182
      • To Deactivate182
    • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)183
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation184
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu184
      • Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)184
      • To Activate/Deactivate185
      • To Set A Desired ACC Speed185
      • To Cancel185
      • To Turn Off186
      • To Resume186
      • To Vary The Speed Setting186
      • Setting The Following Distance In ACC187
      • Overtake Aid188
      • ACC Operation At Stop188
      • Display Warnings And Maintenance188
        • “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning188
        • “Clean Front Windshield” Warning189
        • Service ACC/FCW Warning189
      • Precautions While Driving With ACC189
        • Towing A Trailer189
        • Offset Driving190
        • Turns And Bends190
        • Using ACC On Hills190
        • Lane Changing191
        • Narrow Vehicles191
        • Stationary Objects And Vehicles191
  • PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED192
    • ParkSense Sensors192
    • ParkSense Warning Display192
    • ParkSense Display192
    • Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear ParkSense195
    • Service The ParkSense Front/ Rear Park Assist System195
    • Cleaning The ParkSense System195
    • ParkSense System Usage Precautions195
  • LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED196
    • LaneSense Operation196
    • Turning LaneSense On Or Off197
    • LaneSense Warning Message197
    • Changing LaneSense Status199
  • PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA199
    • AUX Camera — If Equipped201
  • SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED201
    • AUX Camera — If Equipped206
  • ENGINE RUNAWAY — DIESEL ENGINE207
  • REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE ENGINE207
    • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message208
  • REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE208
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid209
      • System Overview209
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage209
      • Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid209
        • DEF Fill Procedure210
  • VEHICLE LOADING211
    • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)211
    • Payload211
    • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)211
    • Tire Size211
    • Rim Size211
    • Inflation Pressure211
    • Curb Weight211
    • Loading212
  • TRAILER TOWING212
    • Common Towing Definitions212
      • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)212
      • Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)212
      • Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)213
      • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)213
      • Tongue Weight (TW)213
      • Trailer Frontal Area213
      • Trailer Sway Control (TSC)213
      • Weight-Carrying Hitch213
      • Weight-Distributing Hitch213
        • Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment214
      • Fifth-Wheel Hitch215
      • Gooseneck Hitch215
    • Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight216
    • Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)216
    • Trailer And Tongue Weight217
    • Towing Requirements217
      • Towing Requirements — Tires218
      • Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes218
      • Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped218
      • Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring220
    • Towing Tips222
      • Automatic Transmission222
      • Tow/Haul Mode222
      • Cruise Control — If Equipped222
      • Air Suspension System222
  • SNOWPLOW222
    • Before Plowing223
    • Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability223
    • Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached223
    • Operating Tips223
    • General Maintenance223
  • RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME)224
    • Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle224
    • Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models224
    • Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models225
      • Shifting Into N (Neutral)225
      • Shifting Out Of N (Neutral)226
  • DRIVING TIPS227
    • Driving On Slippery Surfaces227
      • Acceleration227
    • Driving Through Water228
      • Flowing/Rising Water228
      • Shallow Standing Water228
    • Off-Road Driving Tips228
      • After Driving Off-Road229
• MULTIMEDIA230
  • UCONNECT SYSTEMS230
  • CYBERSECURITY230
  • UCONNECT SETTINGS231
    • Customer Programmable Features231
      • Language232
      • Display232
      • Units234
      • Voice234
      • Clock235
      • Camera236
      • Safety/Driving Assistance237
      • Mirrors & Wipers239
      • Brakes239
      • Lights240
      • Doors & Locks241
      • Power Side Steps242
      • Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems242
      • Key Off Options/Engine Off Options243
      • Suspension/Air Suspension243
      • AUX Switches — If Equipped244
      • Trailer Brake/Trailer245
      • Audio245
      • Phone/Bluetooth®246
      • SiriusXM® Setup247
      • Reset/Restore Settings To Default248
  • UCONNECT INTRODUCTION249
    • System Overview249
    • Safety And General Information251
      • Safety Guidelines251
      • Safe Usage Of The Uconnect System251
      • Care And Maintenance251
  • UCONNECT MODES251
    • Steering Wheel Audio Controls251
      • Radio Operation252
      • Media Mode252
    • Radio Mode252
      • Radio Controls252
        • Radio Voice Commands253
      • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Mode — If Equipped253
        • Replay255
        • Favorites256
        • Browse In SXM256
      • Setting Presets257
      • Audio Settings257
    • Media Mode259
      • Operating Media Mode259
      • Audio Source Selection259
      • Types of Media Modes259
        • USB Mode259
        • Bluetooth® Mode259
        • AUX Mode260
        • Media Voice Commands261
    • Phone Mode261
      • Overview261
      • Phone Operation262
        • Operation262
        • Natural Speech263
        • Help Command263
        • Cancel Command263
        • Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone263
        • Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing265
        • Disconnecting or Deleting A Phone Or Audio Device265
        • Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite265
        • Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone) — If Equipped265
        • Managing Your Favorites — If Equipped266
        • To Remove A Favorite — If Equipped266
      • Phone Call Features266
        • Call Controls266
        • Key Pad Number Entry267
        • Recent Calls — If Equipped267
        • Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress267
        • Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress267
        • Do Not Disturb267
        • Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold268
        • Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress268
        • Toggling Between Calls268
        • Join Calls268
        • Call Termination268
        • Redial268
        • Call Continuation268
      • Advanced Phone Connectivity269
        • Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone269
      • Things You Should Know About Uconnect Phone269
        • Voice Command269
        • Phone Voice Commands269
        • Voice Text Reply — If Equipped270
        • Siri® Eyes Free — If Equipped270
        • Bluetooth® Communication Link270
        • Power-Up270
  • RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES271
    • Regulatory And Safety Information271
  • OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED271
    • Off-Road Pages Status Bar272
    • Vehicle Dynamics272
    • Accessory Gauge273
    • Pitch & Roll273
    • Forward Facing Camera273
• SAFETY274
  • SAFETY FEATURES274
    • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)274
      • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light274
    • Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System275
      • Brake Assist System (BAS)275
      • Brake System Warning Light275
      • Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)275
      • Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)275
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)276
      • ESC Operating Modes277
      • ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light278
      • Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped278
      • Hill Start Assist (HSA)279
      • Disabling And Enabling HSA280
      • Towing With HSA280
      • Traction Control System (TCS)281
      • Trailer Sway Control (TSC)281
  • AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS281
    • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped281
      • Rear Cross Path (RCP)284
      • Blind Spot Modes284
      • Trailer Merge Assist285
    • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation — If Equipped287
      • Turning FCW On Or Off288
      • FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity288
      • FCW Limited Warning289
      • Service FCW Warning289
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)289
      • Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Pressure Warnings291
      • Service TPMS Warning291
      • Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TTPMS) — If Equipped292
      • Tire Fill Alert294
        • Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA)295
      • Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) 3500 Series Trucks295
  • OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS296
    • Occupant Restraint Systems Features296
    • Important Safety Precautions296
    • Seat Belt Systems297
      • Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)297
      • Lap/Shoulder Belts298
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions299
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure300
      • Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage300
      • First Row Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions (Regular Cab Only)301
      • First Row Center Lap Belt Operating Instructions — If Equipped302
      • Seat Belt Extender302
      • Seat Belts And Pregnant Women303
      • Seat Belt Pretensioner303
      • Energy Management Feature303
      • Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) — If Equipped303
    • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)304
      • Air Bag System Components305
      • Air Bag Warning Light305
      • Redundant Air Bag Warning Light306
      • Front Air Bags306
      • Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features306
      • Front Air Bag Operation307
      • Knee Impact Bolsters308
      • Supplemental Side Air Bags308
      • Air Bag System Components310
      • If A Deployment Occurs310
      • Enhanced Accident Response System311
      • Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure311
      • Maintaining Your Air Bag System312
      • Event Data Recorder (EDR)312
    • Child Restraints312
      • Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles313
      • Infant And Child Restraints314
      • Older Children And Child Restraints314
      • Children Too Large For Booster Seats315
      • Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints315
      • Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System316
      • LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle316
      • Locating The LATCH Anchorages319
      • Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages319
      • Center Seat LATCH320
      • To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint320
      • How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:320
      • Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt321
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle321
      • Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):323
      • Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped:323
      • Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage324
  • SAFETY TIPS328
    • Transporting Passengers328
    • Transporting Pets328
    • Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle328
      • Seat Belts328
      • Air Bag Warning Light328
      • Defroster328
      • Floor Mat Safety Information328
    • Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle329
      • Tires329
      • Lights330
      • Door Latches330
      • Fluid Leaks330
    • Exhaust Gas330
    • Carbon Monoxide Warnings330
• IN CASE OF EMERGENCY331
  • HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS331
  • ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED331
  • JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING335
    • Preparations For Jacking335
    • Jack Location335
    • Removal Of Jack And Tools335
    • Removing The Spare Tire337
    • Jacking Instructions338
    • To Stow The Flat Or Spare342
    • Reinstalling The Jack And Tools343
    • Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped343
  • JUMP STARTING344
    • Preparations For Jump Start344
    • Jump Starting Procedure345
  • GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE346
    • 6–Speed Transmission346
  • MANUAL PARK RELEASE347
    • 8–Speed Transmission347
  • IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS348
  • FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE349
  • TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE349
    • Two-Wheel Drive Models351
    • Four-Wheel Drive Models351
    • Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped351
  • ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)352
  • EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)352
• SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE353
  • SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE ENGINE353
    • Maintenance Plan — Gasoline Engine354
  • SCHEDULED SERVICING— DIESEL ENGINE357
    • Oil Change Indicator System — Cummins® Diesel358
    • Perform Service Indicator — Cummins® Diesel358
    • Maintenance Plan — Cummins® Diesel Engine359
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT364
    • 6.4L Engine364
    • 6.7L Diesel Engine — Six-Speed 68RFE365
    • 6.7L Diesel Engine — Six-Speed AS69RC HD366
    • Checking Oil Level367
    • Adding Washer Fluid367
    • Maintenance-Free Battery367
    • Pressure Washing368
  • VEHICLE MAINTENANCE368
    • Engine Oil368
      • Engine Oil Selection — Gasoline Engine368
      • Engine Oil Selection — Diesel Engine368
      • American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol369
      • Synthetic Engine Oils369
      • Materials Added To Engine Oil369
      • Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters369
    • Engine Oil Filter369
    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter369
      • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection And Replacement — Gasoline Engine370
      • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement — Diesel Engine370
    • Air Conditioner Maintenance371
      • Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R-134a — (If Equipped)371
      • Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R-1234yf — (If Equipped)372
      • Cabin Air Filter Replacement372
    • Accessory Drive Belt Inspection374
    • Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter — Diesel Engine374
    • Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine375
    • Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine376
    • Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel — Diesel Engine377
    • Intervention Regeneration Strategy — Message Process Flow378
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid378
    • Body Lubrication378
    • Windshield Wiper Blades379
      • Wiper Blade Removal/Installation379
    • Exhaust System380
    • Cooling System381
      • Engine Coolant Checks382
      • Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill382
      • Selection Of Coolant382
      • Adding Coolant382
      • Cooling System Pressure Cap383
      • Disposal Of Used Coolant383
      • Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine383
      • Cooling System Notes383
    • Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler384
    • Brake System384
      • Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder384
    • Automatic Transmission385
      • Special Additives385
      • Fluid Level Check — 8-Speed Transmission385
      • Fluid Level Check — 6-Speed Transmission385
      • Fluid And Filter Changes — 8-Speed Transmission386
      • Fluid And Filter Changes — 6-Speed Transmission387
      • Selection Of Lubricant387
    • Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level387
      • Drain And Refill387
      • Lubricant Selection387
    • Transfer Case387
      • Fluid Level Check387
      • Drain And Refill388
      • Selection Of Lubricant388
    • Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty388
      • Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems388
      • Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited388
      • Noise Emission Warranty389
    • Fuses390
      • General Information390
      • Power Distribution Center390
    • Bulb Replacement397
      • Replacement Bulbs397
      • Replacing Exterior Bulbs399
        • Base Quad: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn — If Equipped399
        • Fog Lamps — If Equipped401
        • Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps401
        • Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp402
        • Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped402
        • Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped403
        • Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped403
  • TIRES403
    • Tire Safety Information403
      • Tire Markings403
        • Tire Sizing Chart404
      • Tire Identification Number (TIN)406
      • Tire Terminology And Definitions407
      • Tire Loading And Tire Pressure407
      • Loading408
    • Tires — General Information409
      • Tire Pressure409
      • Tire Inflation Pressures410
      • Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation410
      • Radial Ply Tires410
      • Run Flat Tires — If Equipped411
      • Tire Spinning411
      • Tread Wear Indicators411
      • Life Of Tire412
      • Replacement Tires412
    • Tire Types413
      • All Season Tires — If Equipped413
      • Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped413
      • Snow Tires413
    • Spare Tires — If Equipped413
      • Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped413
      • Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped414
      • Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped414
      • Full Size Spare — If Equipped415
      • Limited Use Spare — If Equipped415
    • Wheel And Wheel Trim Care415
    • Snow Traction Devices416
    • Tire Rotation Recommendations418
      • Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped419
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES419
    • Treadwear419
    • Traction Grades420
    • Temperature Grades420
  • STORING THE VEHICLE420
  • BODYWORK420
    • Protection From Atmospheric Agents420
      • What Causes Corrosion?421
    • Body And Underbody Maintenance421
      • Cleaning Headlights421
      • Tri-Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Care — If Equipped421
    • Preserving The Bodywork421
      • Washing421
      • Fascia/Bumper Care421
      • Special Care422
      • Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped422
  • INTERIORS423
    • Seats And Fabric Parts423
      • Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped423
      • Seat Belt Maintenance423
    • Plastic And Coated Parts424
      • Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses424
    • Leather Surfaces424
    • Glass Surfaces424
• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS425
  • VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)425
  • BRAKE SYSTEM425
    • Hydraulic Brake Assist — If Equipped425
  • WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS425
    • Torque Specifications425
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE426
    • 6.4L Engine427
    • Reformulated Gasoline427
    • Materials Added To Fuel427
    • Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends427
    • Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles427
    • CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications428
    • Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline428
    • Fuel System Cautions428
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE428
    • Fuel Specifications429
    • Biodiesel Fuel Requirements429
      • Pickup Models And Chassis Cab Models Ordered With B20 Option429
      • Fuel Quality — Must Comply With ASTM Standards430
      • Fuel Oxidation Stability — Must Use Fuel Within Six Months Of Manufacture430
      • Fuel Water Separation — Must Use Mopar®/Cummins® Approved Fuel Filter Elements430
      • Bio-Diesel Fuel Properties — Low Ambient Temperatures430
      • Fuel In Oil Dilution — Must Adhere To Required Oil Change Interval430
  • FLUID CAPACITIES431
  • ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS432
  • CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS435
• CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE437
  • SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE437
    • Prepare For The Appointment437
    • Prepare A List437
    • Be Reasonable With Requests437
  • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE437
    • FCA US LLC Customer Center437
    • FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center437
    • Mexico437
    • Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands438
    • Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)438
    • Service Contract438
  • WARRANTY INFORMATION438
  • MOPAR® PARTS439
  • REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS439
    • In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.439
    • In Canada439
  • PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS439
  • General Information440
• INDEX441