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User Manual

For 2023 RAM 3500.

• INTRODUCTION11
  • SYMBOLS KEY12
  • VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS12
  • CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING12
  • VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS14
  • SYMBOL GLOSSARY14
• GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE19
  • KEYS19
    • Key Fob19
      • To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate19
      • Using The Panic Feature20
      • Key Left Vehicle Feature20
      • Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob20
      • Programming And Requesting Additional Key Fobs21
  • SENTRY KEY22
  • IGNITION SWITCH22
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition22
  • REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE)24
    • How To Use Remote Start24
    • To Exit Remote Start Mode24
    • Remote Start Front Defrost Activation — If Equipped25
    • Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped25
    • Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer Activation — If Equipped25
    • Remote Start Abort Message25
  • REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)26
    • How To Use Remote Start26
  • VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED26
    • To Arm The System26
    • To Disarm The System27
    • Rearming Of The System27
    • Security System Manual Override27
  • DOORS27
    • Manual Door Locks27
    • Power Door Locks — If Equipped28
    • Power Side Steps — If Equipped28
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry (If Equipped)28
    • Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped30
    • Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped30
    • Child-Protection Door Lock30
  • STEERING WHEEL31
    • Tilt Steering Column31
    • Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped31
  • UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION — IF EQUIPPED32
    • Introducing Voice Recognition32
    • Basic Voice Commands32
    • Get Started32
    • Additional Information33
  • DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED33
    • Programming The Memory Feature33
    • Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory34
    • Memory Position Recall34
  • SEATS34
    • Manual Front Seat Adjustment — If Equipped34
      • Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment34
      • Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment35
      • 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped35
    • Power Driver Seat Adjustment — If Equipped35
      • Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward35
      • Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down35
      • Tilting The Seat Up Or Down35
      • Reclining The Seatback36
      • Power Lumbar — If Equipped36
      • Easy Entry/Exit Seat36
    • Heated Seats — If Equipped36
      • Front Heated Seats37
      • Rear Heated Seats37
    • Ventilated Seats — If Equipped37
      • Front Ventilated Seats37
    • Head Restraints38
      • Front Head Restraints38
      • Front Head Restraint Removal39
      • Rear Head Restraint Adjustment39
      • Rear Head Restraint Removal39
  • DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED40
  • MIRRORS40
    • Inside Rearview Mirror40
      • Manual Mirror — If Equipped40
      • Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped40
      • Digital Rearview Mirror — If Equipped41
    • Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped42
      • Slide-On-Rod Feature Of Sun Visor — If Equipped42
    • Outside Mirrors43
      • Trailer Tow Telescoping Mirrors43
      • Outside Mirrors Folding Feature44
      • Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal — If Equipped44
    • Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped44
    • Power Mirrors — If Equipped44
    • Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If Equipped45
    • Automatic Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped45
    • Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped46
    • Power Convex Mirror Switch — If Equipped46
    • Forward Utility Lights and Rear Guidance Lights — If Equipped46
    • Heated Mirrors — If Equipped47
  • Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) — If Equipped47
    • Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®48
    • Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels48
    • Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device48
    • Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door Opener48
    • Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous Device49
    • Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button49
    • Canadian/Gate Operator Programming49
    • Security50
    • Troubleshooting Tips50
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTS51
    • Headlight Switch51
    • Multifunction Lever51
    • Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped52
    • High/Low Beam Switch52
    • Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped52
    • Flash-To-Pass52
    • Automatic Headlights — If Equipped52
    • Directional LED Headlamp System — If Equipped53
    • Parking Lights And Panel Lights53
    • Automatic Headlights With Wipers53
    • Headlight Illumination On Approach53
    • Headlight Delay53
    • Lights-On Reminder53
    • Front Fog Lights — If Equipped54
    • Turn Signals54
    • Lane Change Assist — If Equipped54
    • Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/Trailer Hitch Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped54
    • Battery Saver55
  • INTERIOR LIGHTS55
    • Courtesy Lights55
      • Courtesy/Reading Lights55
      • Dimmer Controls56
    • Illuminated Entry57
  • WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS57
    • Windshield Wiper Operation57
    • Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped58
  • CLIMATE CONTROLS58
    • Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And Functions58
      • MAX A/C Button59
      • A/C Button59
      • Recirculation Button59
      • Auto Button59
      • Front Defrost Button59
      • Rear Defrost Button60
      • Driver And Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons60
      • SYNC Button60
      • Blower Control60
      • Mode Control60
      • Panel Mode61
      • Bi-Level Mode61
      • Floor Mode61
      • Mix Mode61
      • Climate Control OFF Button61
    • Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Functions61
      • MAX A/C Setting61
      • A/C Button61
      • Recirculation Button62
      • Front Defrost Setting62
      • Rear Defrost Button62
      • Temperature Control62
      • Blower Control62
      • Mode Control62
      • Panel Mode62
      • Bi-Level Mode63
      • Floor Mode63
      • Mix Mode63
    • Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)63
      • Automatic Operation63
      • Manual Operation Override63
    • Climate Voice Recognition — If Equipped63
    • Operating Tips63
      • Summer Operation63
      • Winter Operation63
      • Vacation/Storage64
      • Window Fogging64
      • Outside Air Intake64
      • Cabin Air Filter64
      • Operating Tips Chart64
  • INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT64
    • Storage64
      • Glove Compartment64
      • Door Storage65
      • Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped65
      • Overhead Sunglass Storage67
      • Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped67
      • Seatback Storage — If Equipped67
      • Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped68
      • Storage Bin (Regular Cab)68
      • Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped68
      • Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab)69
    • USB/AUX Control70
    • Electrical Power Outlets71
    • Power Inverter — If Equipped72
    • Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped74
  • WINDOWS74
    • Power Windows74
    • Automatic Window Features75
    • Reset Auto-Up75
    • Window Lockout Switch75
    • Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped76
    • Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped76
    • Wind Buffeting76
  • POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED76
    • Single Pane Power Sunroof76
      • Opening Sunroof76
      • Pinch Protect Feature77
      • Sunshade Operation77
      • Ignition Off Operation77
      • Sunroof Maintenance77
  • HOOD77
    • To Open The Hood77
    • To Close The Hood78
  • TAILGATE78
    • Opening78
      • Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped78
    • Closing78
    • Tailgate Removal78
      • Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote Keyless Entry79
    • Bed Step — If Equipped80
  • PICKUP BOX81
    • Cargo Camera — If Equipped82
      • Turning Cargo Camera On Or Off — With Uconnect 5/5 NAV82
    • Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped83
  • RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED84
    • Locking And Unlocking RamBox84
    • RamBox Cargo Storage Bins84
    • RamBox Safety Warning86
      • RamBox Emergency Release Lever86
    • Bed Divider — If Equipped87
      • Divider Position87
      • Storage Position88
  • TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED88
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal88
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation90
    • Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning93
• GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL94
  • MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE94
    • Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Gas Engine95
  • HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ENGINE96
    • Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Gas Engine97
  • PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE98
    • Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Gasoline99
  • MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE100
    • Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Diesel Engine101
  • HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINE102
    • Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Diesel Engine103
  • PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL104
    • Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions — Diesel106
  • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY106
    • Instrument Cluster Display Location and Controls106
      • Custom Tile Configuration — If Equipped108
    • Oil Life Reset109
    • Display Menu Items109
      • Speedometer109
      • Driver Assist — If Equipped109
      • Vehicle Info110
        • Midline or Highline Cluster110
        • Premium Cluster110
      • Off Road110
      • Fuel Economy — If Equipped111
      • Trip A/Trip B111
      • Navigation — If Equipped111
      • Trailer Tow111
      • Audio111
      • Messages111
      • Settings — If Equipped112
        • Midline or Highline Cluster112
        • Premium Cluster113
      • Commercial Settings — If Equipped113
    • Diesel Messages And Warnings — 6.7L Cummins® Diesel Engine113
      • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages113
      • Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages115
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages115
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages116
    • Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped116
  • WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES117
    • Red Warning Lights117
      • Air Bag Warning Light117
      • Brake Warning Light117
      • Battery Charge Warning Light118
      • Door Open Warning Light118
      • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light118
      • Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light118
      • Hood Open Warning Light119
      • Oil Pressure Warning Light119
      • Oil Temperature Warning Light119
      • Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light119
      • Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light119
      • Transmission Temperature Warning Light119
      • Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped119
    • Yellow Warning Lights119
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light — If Equipped119
      • Air Suspension Fault Warning Light — If Equipped119
      • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light120
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped120
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light — If Equipped120
      • LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped120
      • Low Washer Fluid Warning Light120
      • Low Fuel Warning Light120
      • Low Coolant Level Warning Light120
      • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If Equipped120
      • Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)120
      • Rear Axle Locker Fault Warning Light — If Equipped121
      • Service Forward Collision (FCW) or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Warning Light — If Equipped121
      • Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped121
      • Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped121
      • Cruise Control Fault Warning Light121
      • Sway Bar Fault Warning Light121
      • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light121
    • Yellow Indicator Lights122
      • Air Suspension Alternate Trailer Height Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Air Suspension Bed Lowering Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light — If Equipped122
      • Cargo Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Off Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light123
      • Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light123
      • 4 WD Lock Indicator Light123
      • 4 WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • 4 WD High Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Snowplow Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • TOW/HAUL Indicator Light123
      • Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light — If Equipped123
      • Water In Fuel Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Wait To Start Indicator Light — If Equipped124
    • Green Indicator Lights124
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Automatic Diesel Exhaust Brake Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • ECO Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped124
      • Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light124
      • Turn Signal Indicator Lights124
    • White Indicator Lights125
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped125
      • Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light125
      • Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped125
      • LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped125
    • Blue Indicator Lights125
      • High Beam Indicator Light125
  • ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II125
    • Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity126
  • EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS126
• STARTING AND OPERATING127
  • STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE127
    • Automatic Transmission127
    • Tip Start Feature127
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition127
    • Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button127
    • AutoPark — Rotary Shifter and 8-Speed Transmission Only128
    • Extended Park Starting129
    • If Engine Fails To Start130
    • Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)130
    • After Starting130
  • STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE130
    • Automatic Transmission131
      • Tip Start Feature131
    • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition131
      • Normal Starting131
        • Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button131
        • To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button131
        • ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)131
      • Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0° F To 66° F (–18° C to 19° C)132
    • Extreme Cold Weather132
    • Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)132
    • Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C)133
    • Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)134
    • Starting Fluids134
  • NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE135
    • Cold Weather Precautions135
      • Fuel Operating Range135
      • Engine Oil Usage136
      • Winter Front Cover Usage136
      • Battery Blanket Usage136
      • Engine Warm-Up136
    • Engine Idling136
      • Idle-Up Feature137
    • Noise137
    • Stopping The Engine137
    • Idle Shutdown138
    • Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed138
    • Operating Precautions138
      • Avoid Overheating The Engine138
      • Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation138
    • Cooling System Tips138
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure138
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts138
  • ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED139
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — GASOLINE ENGINE139
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — DIESEL ENGINE139
  • PARKING BRAKE140
  • DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE — ENGINE BRAKING (IF EQUIPPED)141
  • AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION142
    • Ignition Park Interlock142
    • Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System143
    • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped143
      • Gear Ranges143
      • Transmission Limp Home Mode144
      • Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation145
      • When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode145
    • 6-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped146
      • Gear Ranges146
      • Transmission Limp Home Mode148
      • Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation148
      • Overdrive Operation149
      • When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode149
      • Torque Converter Clutch149
  • AUXILIARY SWITCHES — IF EQUIPPED150
  • ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION150
  • FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED150
    • Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (8-Speed Transmission) — If Equipped150
      • Shifting Procedure152
        • 2 WD To 4WD HIGH152
        • 2 WD Or 4WD HIGH To 4WD LOW152
    • Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (6-Speed Transmission) — If Equipped153
      • Shifting Procedure154
        • 2 WD To 4WD HIGH154
        • 2 WD Or 4WD HIGH To 4WD LOW155
    • Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped155
      • Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted Transfer Case156
        • 2 H To 4H156
        • 2 H Or 4H To 4L156
      • Transfer Case Position Indicator Light157
  • AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED157
    • Description157
    • Air Suspension Modes157
    • Instrument Cluster Display Messages158
    • Operation158
  • AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM —IF EQUIPPED158
  • STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER WAGON ONLY159
  • SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER WAGON, REBEL OR OFF-ROAD PACKAGE EQUIPPED ONLY160
    • Off-Road Driving Tips And Vehicle Characteristics160
      • Skid Plates And Underbody Protection161
      • Ramp Travel Index (RTI)161
      • Water Fording Characteristics161
      • Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation161
      • The Basics Of Off-Road Driving161
      • When To Use Low Range161
    • Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand161
    • Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)162
      • Using A Spotter162
      • Crossing Large Rocks162
      • Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch, Washout Or Rut163
      • Crossing Logs163
      • Getting High Centered163
    • Hill Climbing163
    • Driving Through Water164
    • Airing Down For Off-Road Driving165
    • Vehicle Recovery166
    • After Driving Off-Road167
  • LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL168
  • WINCH USAGE — IF EQUIPPED168
    • Things To Know Before Using Your Winch168
      • General Winch Information168
      • Tensioning The Winch Rope168
      • Low Voltage Interrupt168
    • Understanding The Features Of Your Winch169
    • Winch Accessories169
    • Operating Your Winch170
      • General Information170
      • Vehicle Recovery Using The Winch170
    • Rigging Techniques174
      • How To Change The Pulling Direction174
      • Increasing Pulling Power175
      • Double Line175
  • HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING175
    • Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Check175
  • CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED176
    • Cruise Control176
      • To Activate176
      • To Set A Desired Speed176
      • To Vary The Speed Setting176
      • To Accelerate For Passing177
        • Using Cruise Control On Hills177
      • To Resume Speed177
      • To Deactivate177
    • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)177
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation178
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu178
      • Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)178
      • To Activate/Deactivate179
      • To Set A Desired ACC Speed179
      • To Cancel179
      • To Turn Off180
      • To Resume180
      • To Vary The Speed Setting180
      • Setting The Following Distance In ACC181
      • Overtake Aid181
      • ACC Operation At Stop181
      • Display Warnings And Maintenance182
        • “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning182
        • “Clean Front Windshield” Warning182
        • Service ACC/FCW Warning183
      • Precautions While Driving With ACC183
        • Towing A Trailer183
        • Offset Driving183
        • Turns And Bends183
        • Using ACC On Hills183
        • Lane Changing184
        • Narrow Vehicles184
        • Stationary Objects And Vehicles184
  • PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED185
    • ParkSense Sensors185
    • ParkSense Warning Display185
    • ParkSense Display185
    • Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear ParkSense188
    • Service The ParkSense Front/ Rear Park Assist System188
    • Cleaning The ParkSense System188
    • ParkSense System Usage Precautions188
  • LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED189
    • LaneSense Operation189
    • Turning LaneSense On Or Off189
    • LaneSense Warning Message190
    • Changing LaneSense Status191
    • Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot Assist — If Equipped191
  • PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA192
  • SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED193
  • TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED198
    • Trailer Surround View Camera System198
    • AUX Camera201
  • ENGINE RUNAWAY — DIESEL ENGINE201
  • REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE ENGINE202
    • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message202
  • REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE203
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid203
      • System Overview203
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage204
      • Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid204
        • DEF Fill Procedure204
  • VEHICLE LOADING205
    • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)205
    • Payload205
    • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)206
    • Tire Size206
    • Rim Size206
    • Inflation Pressure206
    • Curb Weight206
    • Loading206
  • TRAILER TOWING206
    • Common Towing Definitions206
      • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)206
      • Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)206
      • Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)207
      • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)207
      • Tongue Weight (TW)207
      • Trailer Frontal Area207
      • Trailer Sway Control (TSC)207
      • Weight-Carrying Hitch207
      • Weight-Distributing Hitch207
        • Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment208
      • Fifth-Wheel Hitch209
      • Gooseneck Hitch209
    • Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight210
    • Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)210
    • Trailer And Tongue Weight210
    • Trailer Reverse Steering Control — If Equipped211
    • Towing Requirements214
      • Towing Requirements — Tires215
      • Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes215
      • Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM) — If Equipped215
      • Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring217
    • Towing Tips219
      • Automatic Transmission219
      • Tow/Haul Mode219
      • Cruise Control — If Equipped219
      • Air Suspension System219
  • SNOWPLOW219
    • Before Plowing219
    • Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability220
    • Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached220
    • Operating Tips220
    • General Maintenance220
  • RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME)221
    • Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle221
    • Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models222
    • Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models222
      • Shifting Into N (Neutral)223
      • Shifting Out Of N (Neutral)224
  • DRIVING TIPS225
    • Driving On Slippery Surfaces225
      • Acceleration225
    • Driving Through Water225
      • Flowing/Rising Water225
      • Shallow Standing Water225
    • Off-Road Driving Tips226
      • After Driving Off-Road226
• MULTIMEDIA227
  • UCONNECT SYSTEMS227
  • CYBERSECURITY227
  • UCONNECT SETTINGS228
    • Customer Programmable Features228
      • Display229
      • My Profile230
      • Safety/Driving Assistance233
      • Clock & Date235
      • Phone/Bluetooth®236
      • Voice237
      • Navigation — If Equipped238
      • Trailer Brake/Trailer — If Equipped238
      • Camera240
      • Mirrors & Wipers241
      • Lights242
      • Brakes243
      • Doors & Locks243
      • Seats & Comfort/Auto-On Comfort Systems244
      • Key Off Options/Engine Off Options245
      • Suspension/Air Suspension246
      • Audio247
      • Notifications248
      • SiriusXM® Setup249
      • Software Updates — If Equipped250
      • System Information250
      • Reset251
  • UCONNECT INTRODUCTION252
    • System Overview252
    • Safety And General Information254
      • Safety Guidelines254
      • Safe Usage Of The Uconnect System254
      • Care And Maintenance254
  • UCONNECT MODES255
    • Steering Wheel Audio Controls255
      • Radio Operation255
      • Media Mode255
    • Radio Mode255
      • Radio Controls255
        • Radio Voice Commands257
      • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Mode — If Equipped257
        • Replay259
        • Favorites260
        • Browse In SXM260
      • Setting Presets261
      • Audio Settings261
    • Media Mode263
      • Operating Media Mode263
      • Audio Source Selection263
      • Types of Media Modes263
        • USB Mode263
        • Bluetooth® Mode263
        • AUX Mode263
        • Media Voice Commands265
    • Phone Mode265
      • Overview265
      • Phone Operation266
        • Operation266
        • Natural Speech266
        • Help Command267
        • Cancel Command267
        • Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone267
        • Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing268
        • Disconnecting or Deleting A Phone Or Audio Device268
        • Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite269
        • Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone) — If Equipped269
        • Managing Your Favorites — If Equipped269
        • To Remove A Favorite — If Equipped269
      • Phone Call Features270
        • Call Controls270
        • Key Pad Number Entry270
        • Recent Calls — If Equipped270
        • Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress270
        • Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress271
        • Do Not Disturb271
        • Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold271
        • Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress271
        • Toggling Between Calls271
        • Join Calls272
        • Call Termination272
        • Redial272
        • Call Continuation272
      • Advanced Phone Connectivity272
        • Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone272
      • Things You Should Know About Uconnect Phone272
        • Voice Command272
        • Bluetooth® Communication Link274
        • Power-Up274
  • CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES — IF EQUIPPED274
    • Is My Vehicle Connected?274
    • Introduction To Connected Vehicle Services274
      • SiriusXM Guardian™ Contact Information274
      • What Is SiriusXM Guardian™?274
      • Activation — If Equipped275
      • Included Trial Period For New Vehicles275
      • Features And Packages275
    • Getting Started With Connected Vehicle Services275
      • Download The Vehicle Branded App275
      • Using Your Owner’s Site276
    • Using SiriusXM Guardian™277
      • SOS Call — If Equipped277
      • Automatic SOS — If Equipped279
      • Remote Commands279
      • Remote Door Lock/Unlock280
      • Remote Vehicle Start280
      • Remote Horn & Lights281
      • Assist — If Equipped281
      • Send & Go — If Equipped282
      • Vehicle Finder282
      • 4 G Wi-Fi Hotspot — If Equipped283
      • Stolen Vehicle Assistance — If Equipped284
      • Monthly Vehicle Health Report — If Equipped284
      • Vehicle Health Alert —If Equipped284
      • In-Vehicle Notifications — If Equipped285
      • Amazon Alexa Skill — If Equipped285
      • Family Drive Alerts — If Equipped285
      • SmartWatch Integration — If Equipped286
    • Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™ Account286
  • CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs286
    • Connected Services SOS FAQs — If Equipped286
    • Connected Services Remote Door Lock/Unlock FAQs286
    • Connected Services Roadside Assistance FAQs287
    • Connected Services Send & Go FAQs — If Equipped287
    • Connected Services Vehicle Finder FAQs287
    • Connected Services Stolen Vehicle Assistance FAQs — If Equipped288
    • Connected Services Remote Vehicle Start FAQs288
    • Connected Services Remote Horn & Lights FAQs288
    • Connected Services Account FAQs — If Equipped289
    • Data Collection & Privacy290
  • RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES290
    • Regulatory And Safety Information291
  • OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED291
    • Off-Road Pages Status Bar292
    • Vehicle Dynamics293
    • Accessory Gauge294
    • Pitch & Roll295
    • Suspension296
    • Forward Facing Camera296
• SAFETY297
  • SAFETY FEATURES297
    • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)297
      • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light297
    • Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)298
    • Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System298
      • Brake Assist System (BAS)298
      • Brake System Warning Light298
      • Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)298
      • Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)299
      • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)299
      • ESC Operating Modes300
      • ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light300
      • Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped301
      • Hill Start Assist (HSA)302
      • Disabling And Enabling HSA302
      • Towing With HSA303
      • Ready Alert Braking (RAB)303
      • Traction Control System (TCS)303
      • Trailer Sway Control (TSC)303
  • AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS303
    • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped303
      • Rear Cross Path (RCP)306
      • Blind Spot Modes306
      • Trailer Merge Assist307
    • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation — If Equipped308
      • Turning FCW On Or Off309
      • FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity310
      • FCW Limited Warning310
      • Service FCW Warning310
      • Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) — If Equipped310
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)311
      • Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Pressure Warnings312
      • Service TPMS Warning313
      • Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TTPMS) — If Equipped314
      • Tire Fill Alert316
        • Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA)316
      • Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) 3500 Series Trucks317
  • OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS317
    • Occupant Restraint Systems Features317
    • Important Safety Precautions318
    • Seat Belt Systems318
      • Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)318
      • Lap/Shoulder Belts319
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions320
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure321
      • Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage321
      • First Row Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions (Regular Cab Only)322
      • First Row Center Lap Belt Operating Instructions — If Equipped323
      • Seat Belt Extender323
      • Seat Belts And Pregnant Women323
      • Seat Belt Pretensioner324
      • Energy Management Feature324
      • Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) — If Equipped324
    • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)325
      • Air Bag System Components325
      • Air Bag Warning Light325
      • Redundant Air Bag Warning Light326
      • Front Air Bags326
      • Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features327
      • Front Air Bag Operation327
      • Knee Impact Bolsters328
      • Supplemental Side Air Bags328
      • Air Bag System Components330
      • If A Deployment Occurs330
      • Enhanced Accident Response System330
      • Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure331
      • Maintaining Your Air Bag System331
      • Event Data Recorder (EDR)332
    • Child Restraints332
      • Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles333
      • Infant And Child Restraints333
      • Older Children And Child Restraints334
      • Children Too Large For Booster Seats335
      • Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints336
      • Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System336
      • LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle336
      • Locating The LATCH Anchorages339
      • Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages339
      • Center Seat LATCH340
      • To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint340
      • How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:341
      • Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt341
      • Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle342
      • Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):343
      • Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped:344
      • Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage344
  • SAFETY TIPS348
    • Transporting Passengers348
    • Transporting Pets348
    • Connected Vehicles348
    • Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle348
      • Seat Belts348
      • Air Bag Warning Light348
      • Defroster348
      • Floor Mat Safety Information348
    • Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle349
      • Tires349
      • Lights350
      • Door Latches350
      • Fluid Leaks350
    • Exhaust Gas350
    • Carbon Monoxide Warnings350
• IN CASE OF EMERGENCY351
  • HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS351
  • ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED351
  • JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING354
    • Preparations For Jacking355
    • Jack Location355
    • Removal Of Jack And Tools355
    • Removing The Spare Tire356
    • Jacking Instructions357
    • To Stow The Flat Or Spare360
    • Reinstalling The Jack And Tools361
    • Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped362
  • JUMP STARTING363
    • Preparations For Jump Start363
    • Jump Starting Procedure363
  • GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE364
    • 6–Speed Transmission364
  • MANUAL PARK RELEASE365
    • 8–Speed Transmission365
  • IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS366
  • FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE367
  • TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE368
    • Two-Wheel Drive Models369
    • Four-Wheel Drive Models369
    • Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped370
  • ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)370
  • EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)370
• SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE371
  • SCHEDULED SERVICING371
    • Maintenance Plan — Gasoline Engine373
    • Maintenance Plan — Diesel Engine375
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT379
    • 6.4L Gasoline Engine379
    • 6.7L Diesel Engine — 6-Speed 68RFE380
    • 6.7L Diesel Engine — 6-Speed AS69RC HD381
    • Checking Oil Level382
    • Adding Washer Fluid382
    • Maintenance-Free Battery382
    • Pressure Washing383
  • VEHICLE MAINTENANCE383
    • Engine Oil383
      • Engine Oil Selection — Gasoline Engine383
      • Engine Oil Selection — Diesel Engine383
      • American Petroleum Institute (API) Approved Engine Oil383
      • Synthetic Engine Oils384
      • Materials Added To Engine Oil384
      • Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters384
    • Engine Oil Filter384
    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter384
      • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection And Replacement — Gasoline Engine384
      • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement — Diesel Engine385
    • Air Conditioner Maintenance386
      • Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R-134a — (If Equipped)386
      • Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R-1234yf — (If Equipped)386
      • Cabin Air Filter Replacement386
    • Accessory Drive Belt Inspection388
    • Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter — Diesel Engine389
    • Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine390
    • Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine391
    • Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel — Diesel Engine392
    • Intervention Regeneration Strategy — Message Process Flow392
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)393
    • Body Lubrication393
    • Windshield Wiper Blades393
      • Wiper Blade Removal/Installation394
    • Exhaust System395
    • Cooling System396
      • Engine Coolant Checks396
      • Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill396
      • Selection Of Coolant397
      • Adding Coolant397
      • Cooling System Pressure Cap398
      • Disposal Of Used Coolant398
      • Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine398
      • Cooling System Notes398
    • Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler398
    • Brake System399
      • Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder399
    • Automatic Transmission399
      • Special Additives399
      • Fluid Level Check — 8-Speed Transmission400
      • Fluid Level Check — 6-Speed Transmission400
      • Fluid And Filter Changes — 8-Speed Transmission401
      • Fluid And Filter Changes — 6-Speed Transmission401
      • Selection Of Lubricant401
    • Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level401
      • Drain And Refill402
      • Lubricant Selection402
    • Transfer Case402
      • Fluid Level Check402
      • Drain And Refill402
      • Selection Of Lubricant402
    • Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty402
      • Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems402
      • Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited403
      • Noise Emission Warranty403
    • Fuses405
      • General Information405
      • Power Distribution Center405
    • Bulb Replacement412
      • Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers412
      • Replacing Exterior Bulbs413
        • Base Quad: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn — If Equipped413
        • Fog Lamps — If Equipped415
        • Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps416
        • Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp416
        • Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped417
        • Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped417
        • Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped418
  • TIRES418
    • Tire Safety Information418
      • Tire Markings418
        • Tire Sizing Chart419
      • Tire Identification Number (TIN)420
      • Tire Terminology And Definitions421
      • Tire Loading And Tire Pressure422
      • Loading422
    • Tires — General Information423
      • Tire Pressure423
      • Tire Inflation Pressures424
      • Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation425
      • Radial Ply Tires425
      • Run Flat Tires — If Equipped425
      • Tire Spinning425
      • Tread Wear Indicators426
      • Life Of Tire426
      • Replacement Tires426
    • Tire Types427
      • All Season Tires — If Equipped427
      • Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped427
      • Snow Tires427
    • Spare Tires — If Equipped427
      • Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped428
      • Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped428
      • Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped428
      • Full Size Spare — If Equipped428
      • Limited Use Spare — If Equipped429
    • Wheel And Wheel Trim Care429
    • Snow Traction Devices429
    • Tire Rotation Recommendations432
      • Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped433
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES434
    • Treadwear434
    • Traction Grades434
    • Temperature Grades435
  • STORING THE VEHICLE435
  • BODYWORK435
    • Protection From Atmospheric Agents435
      • What Causes Corrosion?435
    • Body And Underbody Maintenance436
      • Cleaning Headlights436
      • Tri-Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Care — If Equipped436
    • Preserving The Bodywork436
      • Washing436
      • Fascia/Bumper Care436
      • Special Care437
      • Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped437
  • INTERIORS437
    • Seats And Fabric Parts437
      • Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped438
      • Seat Belt Maintenance438
    • Plastic And Coated Parts438
      • Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses438
    • Leather Surfaces439
    • Glass Surfaces439
• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS440
  • VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)440
  • BRAKE SYSTEM440
    • Hydraulic Brake Assist — If Equipped440
  • WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS440
    • Torque Specifications440
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE442
    • 6.4L Engine442
    • Reformulated Gasoline442
    • Materials Added To Fuel442
    • Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends443
    • Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles443
    • CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications443
    • Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline443
    • Fuel System Cautions443
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE444
    • Fuel Specifications444
    • Biodiesel Fuel Requirements445
      • Pickup Models445
      • Fuel Quality — Must Comply With ASTM Standards445
      • Fuel Oxidation Stability — Must Use Fuel Within Six Months Of Manufacture445
      • Fuel Water Separation — Must Use Mopar®/Cummins® Approved Fuel Filter Elements445
      • Biodiesel Fuel Properties — Low Ambient Temperatures445
      • Fuel In Oil Dilution — Must Adhere To Required Oil Change Interval445
  • FLUID CAPACITIES446
  • ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS448
  • CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS450
• CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE451
  • SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE451
    • Prepare For The Appointment451
    • Prepare A List451
    • Be Reasonable With Requests451
  • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE451
    • Roadside Assistance451
    • FCA US LLC Customer Center453
    • FCA Canada Customer Care453
    • Mexico453
    • Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands453
    • Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)453
    • Service Contract453
  • WARRANTY INFORMATION454
  • MOPAR® PARTS454
  • REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS454
    • In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.454
    • In Canada454
  • PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS455
  • GENERAL INFORMATION455
  • Change Of Ownership Or Address456
  • GENERAL INFORMATION456
• INDEX457