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2009 RAM TRUCK RAM TR UCK Chrysler LL C 81-326-0927 Third Edition Printed in U.S.A. OWNER ’S MANU AL 2009 150890 09 Ram Truck OM.indd 1 150890 09 Ram Truck OM.
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA W ith respect to any V ehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor . DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most fr equent causes of accidents.
T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...........
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction .......................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual ................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions .................. 6 䡵 V an Conversions/Campers ................ 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number ....
INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepar ed with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents.
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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains W ARNINGS against op- erating procedur es that could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could r esult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual, you may miss important information.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instr ument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- mobile Information Disclosure Label af fixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
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THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................ 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................. 1 2 ▫ Locking Doors W ith A Key ............. 1 4 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ........ 1 4 ▫ T o Manually Lock The Steering Wheel .
䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 20 ▫ T o Unlock The Doors .................. 2 1 ▫ T o Lock The Doors .................... 2 1 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 2 2 ▫ Programming Additional RKE T ransmitters . . . 23 ▫ General Information .
▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags ............................ 4 7 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............. 5 8 ▫ Child Restraints ..................... 6 0 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ..
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your authorized dealer . Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place.
NOTE: • If you try to remove the key befor e you place the shift lever in P ARK, the key may become trapped tempo- rarily in the ignition cylinder . If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly , then remove the key as described.
Locking Doors With A Key Y ou can insert the key with either side up. T o lock the door , turn the key rearward. T o unlock the door , turn the key forward. For door lock lubrication, see “Body Lubri- cation” in Section 7 of this manual. STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Y our vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock.
SENTR Y KEY 姞 The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System prevents unautho- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regar dless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
• Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys 威 , or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key-related (transponder) fault unless the additional part is physi- cally held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle.
Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys 威 , you can program new Sentry Keys 威 to the system by performing the following procedur e: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key 威 T ransponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
repr ogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized dealer at the time of service to be repr ogrammed. General Information The Sentry Key 威 system complies with FCC rules Part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.
V ehicle Security Alarm is arming. The V ehicle Security Light in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set. After the alarm is set, the V ehicle Security Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the V ehicle Security Alarm is armed.
ILLUMINA TED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open the doors. This feature is only available if you have Remote Keyless Entry . The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned ON.
T o Unlock the Doors Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors. When the UNLOCK button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, the parking lights will flash on twice and, if installed, the cargo lamp will turn on for 30 seconds.
3. Continue to hold the LOCK button, wait at least four seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the P ANIC button. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. T o reactivate this feature, r epeat the above steps. This vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant with the park lamp flash feature activated.
Programming Additional RKE T ransmitters Refer to “Sentry Key 威 Programming” under “Sentry Key 威 ” in this section. If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter , contact your authorized dealer for details. General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada.
RKE T ransmitter Battery Service 1. W ith RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade or dime to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit- ter apart. Make sure not to damage the r ubber gasket during removal. 2. Remove and replace the battery .
REMOTE ST ARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security . The system has a targeted range of 328 ft (100 m). NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto- matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter . However , the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON position before you can r epeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Front and r ear doors may be locked by moving the lock plunger up or down. All doors may be opened with the inside door handle without lifting the lock plunger . Doors locked before closing will remain locked when closed. The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle.
Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. W ithin 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times, ending in the ON/RUN position. (Do not start the engine) . 5. W ithin 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction.
4. W ithin 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times, ending in the ON/RUN position. (Do not start the engine) . 5. W ithin 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction.
T o use the system, open each rear door , slide the lever UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection door locks. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even, if the inside door LOCK is in the UNLOCKED position.
WINDOWS Power Windows—If Equipped The control on the left fr ont door panel has Up/Down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window contr ol and on the rear doors of Quad Cab 威 and Mega Cab 威 models.
Auto-Down (Driver’s Side Only) The driver’s window switch has an Auto-Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, r elease, and the window will automatically go down. W indow Lockout Switch (4–Door Models Only) The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors.
occurs with the rear windows open, open the fr ont and rear windows together to minimize the buf feting. OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the r estraint systems.
Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions except the Quad Cab 威 front center seating position have combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions.
W ARNING! (Continued) • T wo people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly . Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
3. When the belt is extended long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” W ARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries.
W ARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger - ous. Y our body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury . And a belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well.
Regular Cab Front Center Three-Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat.
W ARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the black latch and black buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted.
W ARNING! If the black latch and buckle are not connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not restrain you properly . Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front r ow outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downwar d to help position the belt away from your neck.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average, you will prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
Center Lap Belts The center seating position for the Quad Cab 威 front seat has a lap belt only . T o fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙ click. ⬙ T o lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull.
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert 姞 ) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert 威 ) will alert the driver to buckle the seat belt.
4. T urn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have success- fully completed the programming. BeltAlert 威 can be reactivated by r epeating this procedure.
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt r estraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel.
W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing.
The seat belts are designed to pr otect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate-to- severe fr ontal collisions. If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate-to- severe side collisions.
child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats, should ride properly buckled up in the r ear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. 4. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly . 5.
Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (if equipped) • Airbag W arning Light • Driver Ai.
the ST ART or RUN positions. These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate.
Only). See Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch – (2500/ 3500 Regular Cab V ehicles Only) in this section for additional information. • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel.
the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag. The inflating window bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window .
The passenger front airbag is to be turned of f only if the passenger: • is an infant (less than one year old) who must ride in the front seat because ther e is no rear seat, because the rear seat i.
T o T urn On the Passenger Airbag (2500/3500 Regular Cab V ehicles Only) Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch, push the key in and turn counterclockwise, and remove the key fr om the switch. This will turn ON the passenger airbag.
irritation continues, see your doctor . If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- turer’s instr uctions for cleaning. • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you.
NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply , see www .dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Enhanced Accident Response System If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically .
ment. EDR data are ONL Y recor ded if an airbag deploys, or nearly deploys, and are otherwise unavailable. NOTE: 1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica- tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag deployment.
2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler LLC product. 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. 4. Otherwise required by law . Data parameters that may be recor ded: • Diagnostic tr.
Children 12 years and younger should ride pr operly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. Accor ding to crash statistics, children ar e safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the fr ont. W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle.
infant carriers do, so they can be used rearwar d-facing by children who weigh mor e than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. W ARNING! Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off.
W ARNING! (Continued) • A rearward-facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat, or in the front seat if the passenger’s front airbag is OFF . If the airbag is left ON, a rearward-facing child restraint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to the infant.
opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out.
Identification dots are located above the standar d cab front seat lower anchorages as a guide for locating lower anchors. NOTE: For children riding in the fr ont seat of a Regular Cab model, refer to the “Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch” located in this section.
Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorage, have been available for some time.
inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle. • If your child restraint seat is not LA TCH-compatible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belt.
W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
T ether Anchorage Points at the Right and Center Front Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seatback under the head restraint to the tether anchor dir ectly behind the seat.
Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence - (Quad Cab 威 Rear Seats) 1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and reaching between the r ear glass and rear seat. The tether strap may be retained with an elastic band. Accessibility to the tether strap is greatly impr oved by raising the seat cushion to the “up” position.
T ether Anchorage Points at All Three Seating Positions (Mega Cab 威 ) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seatback under the head restraint to the tether anchor dir ectly behind the seat.
3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the manufactur er’s instructions. Children T oo Large for Booster Seats Children who ar e large enough to wear th.
T ransporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thr own about and possibly injured, or injur e a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the r ear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secur ed by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPOR T P ASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. W ARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed.
If you are r equired to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows ar e closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recir culation mode. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. Y ou should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield.
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors ............................. 8 2 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror .............. 8 2 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . 82 ▫ Outside Mirrors ..................... 8 3 ▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Featur e .
䡵 V oice Recognition (VR) System — If Equipped .......................... 1 1 4 ▫ V oice Recognition (VR) System Operation . . 1 14 ▫ Commands ....................... 1 1 6 ▫ V oice T raining ..................... 1 1 9 䡵 Seats ...........
䡵 W indshield W ipers And W ashers ......... 1 3 8 ▫ Intermittent W iper System ............. 1 3 8 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................. 1 3 9 䡵 T ilt Steering Column .................. 1 4 0 䡵 Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ..
▫ Automatic Compass Calibration ......... 1 5 1 ▫ Manual Compass Calibration ........... 1 5 1 ▫ Recalibrating The Compass ............ 1 5 1 ▫ Outside T emperature ................ 1 5 3 䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ....... 1 5 3 ▫ Programming HomeLink 威 .
▫ Front Instr ument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic T ransmission ....................... 1 6 5 ▫ Front Instr ument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) ....................... 1 6 6 ▫ Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab 威 )— If Equipped .
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirr or should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature A l l6x9i n exterior mirrors ar e hinged and may be moved either forward or r earward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions: full forwar d, full rearwar d and normal. Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirr ors are located on the driver’s door trim panel.
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors ar e heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the r ear window defroster .
NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors r earward prior to entering an automated car wash. A small blindspot mirr or is integrated onto the main mirror surface. uconnect 姞 phone — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain an integrated uconnect 威 phone.
For uconnect 威 customer support, visit the following websites: • www .chrysler .com/uconnect • www .dodge.com/uconnect • www .jeep.com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 uconnect 威 al.
The uconnect 威 phone can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth 威 cellular phone. See the uconnect 威 website for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a differ ent profile (e.g., Headset Profile) you may not be able to use any uconnect 威 phone features.
example, you can use the combined form voice com- mand ⬙ Phonebook New Entry , ⬙ or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: ⬙ Phonebook ⬙ and ⬙ New Entry .
• When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙ Pair a Phone ⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • Y ou will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi- fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to enter into your cellular phone. Y ou can enter any four-digit PIN.
Call by Saying a Name • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say “Call. ⬙ • The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call.
After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to r eturn to the main menu. The uconnect 威 phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
• Only the cellular phone’s phonebook is downloaded. SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- book. • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the uconnect 威 phone. These can only be edited on the cellular phone. The changes are trans- ferred and updated to uconnect 威 phone on the next phone connection.
Edit uconnect 威 Phonebook Entries NOTE: • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited. • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook Edit.
• After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. Y ou can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙ List Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose.
List All Names in the uconnect 威 Phonebook • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook List Names. ⬙ • The uconnect 威 phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- book entries, if available.
Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in pr ogress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cellular phone. Press the PHONE button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call.
Conference Call When two calls are in pr ogress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call.
Call Continuation Call continuation is the progr ession of a phone call on the uconnect 威 phone after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to OFF .
Emergency Assistance If you are in an emer gency and the cellular phone is reachable: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect 威 phone is operational, you may reach the emer gency number as follows: • Press the PHONE button to begin.
T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance: • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ T owing Assistance. ⬙ NOTE: • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is pur chased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.
When calling a number with your uconnect 威 phone that normally requir es you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the VOICE RECOGNITION button and say the sequence you wish to enter , followed by the word ⬙ Send.
T urning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF T urning confirmation prompts of f will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the uconnect 威 phone will not repeat a phone number befor e you dial it). • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Confirmations.
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) When you mute the uconnect 威 phone, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party , but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the uconnect 威 phone: • Press the VOICE RECOGNITION button.
• The uconnect 威 phone will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in or der from the highest to the lowest priority . T o “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the VOICE RECOGNITION button and say “Select” or “Delete.
Things Y ou Should Know About Y our uconnect 姞 phone uconnect 威 phone T utorial T o hear a brief tutorial of the system features, pr ess the PHONE button and say “uconnect 威 T utorial.
• Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat.
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V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompt.
V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous recor d again redial V oic.
General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly appr oved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
When you press the VR button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the VR button, listen for the beep, and say your command.
Commands The V oice Recognition (VR) system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported radio mode is active. Changing the V olume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button.
Radio FM T o switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Frequency” (to change the fr equency) • “Next Station” (to select t.
Memo T o switch to the voice recor der mode, say “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “New Memo” (to recor d a new memo) — During the recor ding, you may press the VR button to stop recor ding.
NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR button first and wait for the beep before speaking the “Barge In” commands. V oice T raining For users experiencing difficulty with the system r ecog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect 威 phone V oice T raining feature may be used.
Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped The front seats ar e adjustable, forward or rearwar d. The adjustment handle is located at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull upward on the handle and slide the seat, forward or r earward, to the desired position.
Reclining Seats (Quad Cab 姞 Models) The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull upward on the handle to r elease the seat- back, lean forward or r earward to the desired position. W ARNING! Y ou can be seriously , even fatally , injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined.
Reclining Seats (2500/3500 Models) The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull upward on the handle to r elease the seat- back, lean forward or r earward to the desired position. W ARNING! Y ou can be seriously , even fatally , injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined.
Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can r educe the risk of neck injury in the event of a rear impact. T o adjust, pull upward on the head restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical, at least to the level of the ears. T o lower the head restraint, push inwar d on the button and push down on the head restraint.
Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat controls ar e located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. Thr ee switches control the seat movement. The four-way switch is used to move the seat cushion forward or backwar d, or to adjust the seat height up or down.
CAUTION! Do not place anything under a power seat. It may cause damage to the seat or the seat controls. Rear Seat Features Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull upward on the handle, to r elease the seatback, and lean forward or r earward to the desired position.
Folding Rear Seat (T able Mode) — If Equipped Both the left and right rear seatbacks can be folded down and used as a table. T o fold down either rear seatback: 1. Lift the handle, located next to the head restraint. 2. Fold the seatback forward. 3.
Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) — If Equipped Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (kneel mode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the r ear seatbacks provide two D-rings and r ear storage bin lids with two slotted cutouts. Use a cargo tie-downs to secur e cargo.
NOTE: The rear seat will dr op and move forward in “kneel mode”. T o fold either rear seat flat: 1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of the seat. 2. Fold the seatback down and push the seat forward. 3. Lift the seatback, to r eturn the seat to the upright position.
W ARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury .
Press the switch once to select High-level heat- ing. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a thir d time to shut the heating elements Off.
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the grille and push upward on the safety latch to r elease it before raising the hood. CAUTION! T o prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
LIGHTS The headlight switch is located on instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the fr ont doors are opened, when the dimmer c.
Battery Saver T o protect the life of your vehicle’s battery , load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar , or if the dimmer control is r otated upwards for approximately 10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off.
Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position, the parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights will turn on when the switch is rotated to the second position.
DRL lamp on the same side of the vehicle will turn off for the duration of the turn signal activation. Once the turn signal is no longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights or cargo lights ar e left on after the ignition is turned OFF , a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever , located on the left side of the steering column, is used to activate the turn signals and high beams headlights.
Lane Change Assist T ap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (left or right) will flash three times then automatically turn of f. Flash-to-Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction lever . T urn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed.
W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. T o avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather , warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
TIL T STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downwar d. The tilt control lever is located on the left-side of the steering column, just below the multifunction lever . Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the steering column.
DRIVER ADJUST ABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable accelerator and brake pedal allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to the steering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in (254 mm) away from the airbag, located in the center of the steering wheel.
CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim- ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.
simultaneously . If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Con- trol System can be r eactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and r esetting the desired vehicle set speed. T o Activate Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the instrument cluster , the word “CRUISE” illuminates when the system is on.
is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button three times will incr ease speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h). T apping the SET DECEL button once will r esult in a 1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases. For example, tapping the button three times will decr ease the speed by 3 mph (4.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The two optional overhead consoles may consist of the following features: • Courtesy/Reading Lights • Compass/T emperature Mini-T rip Computer (CMTC) — If Equipped • Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights In the middle of the console are two courtesy/r eading lights.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMP ASS/ TEMPERA TURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED This optional overhead console consists of the following: • Courtesy Lights • Compass/T emperature Mini-T rip Computer (CMTC) This overhead console allows you to choose between a compass/temperature display and one of four trip con- ditions being monitored.
US/M Button Use this button to change the display from U.S. to METRIC measurement units. Reset Button Use this button to reset the following displays: • A verage Fuel Economy (A VG ECO) • T rip Od.
Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within two seconds while in any of the four displays (A VG, ECO, ODO, ET), the Global Reset will reset all four displays. Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the four trip conditions.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will momen- tarily blank. Then, the history will be erased, and the A VERAGING WILL CONTINUE FROM WHERE IT W AS BEFORE THE RESET . The reset value is based on a minimal amount of fuel used and the distance traveled from the pr evious drive cycle.
T rip Odometer (ODO) NOTE: The maximum value is approximately 6000 miles (9956 km). Then the trip odometer must be reset in or der to update the trip odometer miles/ kilometers. This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset. Resetting of this scr een will cause the trip odometer to change to zero.
W ARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy , particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.
NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console. This is wher e the compass sensor is located. Compass V ariance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country , the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings.
RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari- ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation.
W ARNING! • Y our motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal T ransceiver . Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this trans- ceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety standards.
Y our vehicle should be parked outside of the garage while training. 1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink 威 buttons while keeping the HomeLink 威 display in view .
5. PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door).
7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink 威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a thir d time (for two seconds) to complete the training.
Using HomeLink 姞 T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.) The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
• Did you unplug the device for training and remember to plug it back in? If you have any problems, or r equire assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or , on the Internet at www .HomeLink.com, for information or assistance. General Information This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210.
W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power win- dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
sunroof will automatically r etract. Remove the obstruc- tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forwar d and release to Expr ess Close. Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) pr events closing, press the switch forwar d and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs.
Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forwar d and release to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed.
There is also a power outlet located on the r ear of the center console (if equipped with bucket seats). The power outlet(s) has/have a fused direct feed fr om the battery so it/they receive power whether the ignition is ON or OFF .
CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic T ransmission Located in the front center stack of the instr ument panel are two adjustable cupholders. T o access the cupholders pull on the cupholder door handle located on the instrument panel.
T o secure the cup, place the cup to be held into one of the cup wells and then push the cupholder arm toward the cup until it is held stable. Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) If your vehicle is equipped with bucket seats there ar e three cupholders located on the fr ont of the center console.
Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab 姞 ) — If Equipped Quad Cab 威 vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passenger convenience.
W ARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or an accident. Only use the center seating position when the armrest is fully upright. • In an accident, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.
Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) – If Equipped Push the upper button on the front of the armr est to raise the upper cover . Inside is a power outlet (if equipped), a cutout for a cellular phone charger cor d, removable coin holder (if equipped), and a divider to configure the storage area into separate compartments.
W ARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or an accident. Only use the center seating position when the armrest is fully upright. • In an accident, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.
Storage and Seats (Quad Cab 姞 Models) Located in the center of the front 40–20–40 seat cushion there is a storage compartment. Regular Cab models also have storage behind the seat. The Quad Cab 威 models provide additional storage under the rear seat.
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers — If Equipped Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the rear seat. REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Window Defroster and Heated Outside Mirrors — If Equipped The rear window defr oster button is located on the climate control panel.
CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window . Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window . Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry fr om the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window . FOLD FLA T LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED Quad Cab 威 models with a 60/40 rear seat may be equipped with a folding load floor .
2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position. 3. Reverse the procedure to stor e the load floor . Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.
4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in the secured down position befor e you operate the vehicle. PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed for utility and convenience.
NOTE: If you are installing a toolbox to the fr ont of the pickup box, you must use Mopar 威 toolbox brackets available from your authorized dealer . Y ou can carry wide building materials (sheets of ply- wood, etc.) by building a raised load floor .
There ar e stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side bulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheel housings. Place wooden boards acr oss the box from side to side to create separate load compartments in the pickup box.
3. Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears the hanger bracket. 4. Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free the left side pivot. 5. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle. NOTE: • Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box.
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UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Featur es .............. 1 8 4 ▫ R a m T r u c k ........................ 1 8 4 ▫ Power W agon ..................... 1 8 5 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Base .............. 1 8 6 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Pr emium .
▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) ........................ 2 1 4 ▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) .............. 2 1 4 䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single-Disc) Radio W ith Optional uconnect 威 studios (Satellite Radio) And uconnect 威 phone Capability .
▫ Using The PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button — If Equipped ........................ 2 2 9 ▫ PTY Button Scan ................... 2 3 0 ▫ PTY Button Seek ................... 2 3 0 ▫ Satellite Antenna ................... 2 3 0 ▫ Reception Quality .
INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES RAM TRUCK 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Passenger Airbag 1 1 — TPMS “Light Load” Reset Switch* 16 — T ransfer Case Control Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Glove Comp.
POWER W AGON 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Passenger Airbag* 1 1 — Cup Holders 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Glove Compartment 12 — Cigar Lighter 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 13 — Electr.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE 186 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 187 4.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gauges – Premium Cluster Only This light illuminates when the V oltmeter , Engine Oil Pressur e or Engine Coolant T emperature gauges indicate a reading either too high or too low . Examine the gauges carefully , and follow the instructions contained below for each indicated problem.
continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. 4. T achometer The T achometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. CAUTION! Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer at high RPM for extended periods.
9. Oil Pressure Gauge — Pr emium Cluster Only The pointer should always indicate some oil pres- sure when the engine is r unning. A continuous high or low reading, under normal driving conditions, may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi- ate service should be obtained from an authorized dealer .
CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range.
15. Shift Lever Indicator (Automatic T ransmission Only) This display indicator shows the automatic transmission shift lever selection. NOTE: Y ou must apply the brakes before shifting fr om P ARK. 16. Odometer/T rip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
engine. W ith the odometer value displayed, hold the trip button down for a period of six seconds. The odometer will change to trip value first, then it will display the engine hour value. The engine hours will be displayed for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned OFF or the engine is started.
18. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD II, that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position, before engine start.
The dual brake system provides a r eserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake W arning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. 20. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
22. Cargo Light The Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the Cargo Lamp is activated by pr essing the Cargo Light Button on the headlight switch. 23. SER V 4WD Indicator The 4WD indicator will be illuminated when- ever the 4WD mode is engaged for either the manual or electric shift 4WD systems.
vehicle placard or tir e inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tir e inflation pressure for those tir es.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a T ire Pr essure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pr essure telltale when one or more of your tir es is significantly under-inflated.
CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
29. Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON position. 30. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level drops to 1/16 tank, the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound.
33. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check.
Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une/ Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side T une/Audio control to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side T une/Audio control.
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Push the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.
will return. Rotating the volume contr ol, turning the radio ON/OFF , or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound fr om the speakers NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the MUTE button mutes the microphone.
R W/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forwar d button causes the tuner to search for the next fr equency in the direction of the arrows. This featur e operates in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies.
RND/PTY Button (Program T ype Radio Mode) Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn of f. Pressing the PTY button or turning the TUNE rotary knob within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected.
Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Display Soft Rock Soft_Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_B Sports Sports T alk T alk T op 40 T op_40 W eather W eather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name.
Every time a preset button is used a corr esponding button number will be displayed. Button s1-6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations}.
SEEK Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the curr ent selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection.
radio display will show ⬙ EJECTING DISC ⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to r emove the disc. Press and hold the LOAD/ EJECT button for 5 seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded.
RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track.
The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙ .
MPEG Specification Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 1 12, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 ID3 T ag information for artist, song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags.
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File. Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file. Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the previous file.
MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc. The radio scrolls thr ough the following T AG information: Song T itle, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- able). Press the MSG or INFO button once mor e to return to ⬙ elapsed time ⬙ priority mode.
Operating Instructions - uconnect 威 studios (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) Refer to the uconnect 威 studios (Satellite Radio) section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - V ideo Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to separate V ideo Entertainment System (VES)™ Guide.
Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Push the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360– degrees) in either dir ection without stopping.
SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next listenable station in either , AM, FM, or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next.
AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM modes. Setting the T one, Balance, and Fade Press the r otary TUNE control, and “BASS” will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the Bass tones.
the SET button twice and “SET 2” will show in the display window . Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into pushbutton memory . The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice.
SEEK Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD. Press the left side of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current track, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection.
RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track.
SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display fr om elapsed playing time to time of day . The time of day will display for five seconds.
SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO WITH uconnect 姞 gps (NA VIGA TION) Satellite Navigation Radio and CD Player with MP3 Capability (REC) - combines a Global-Positioning System-based naviga.
the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys- tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set. 1. At the Main Menu screen, highlight “Clock Setup” and press ENTER OR pr ess and hold the TIME button on the unit’s faceplate for three seconds.
User Defined Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time differ ent than the system clock, you can manually adjust the time by choosing the “User Defined Clock” option. 1. At the Clock Setup screen highlight “Displayed Clock: User Defined Clock”.
uconnect 姞 studios (SA TELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to r eceiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast.
press the SEEK UP button until all 12 ESN/SID digits display . The SEEK DOWN will page down until the first four digits display . The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF , or five minutes have passed since any button was pushed.
Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ and RAK Radio Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SA T ⬙ appears in the display . These radios will also display the current station name and program type. For mor e information, such as song title and artist, press the MSG or INFO button.
PTY Button SCAN When the desired pr ogram type is obtained, press the SCAN button within five seconds. The radio will play seven seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next channel of the selected program type. Pr ess the SCAN button a second time to stop the search.
VIDEO ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED The optional V ideo Entertainment System (VES)™ con- sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-power ed remote control, and two head- sets. The system is located in the headliner behind the front r ow seat.
The right-hand control is a r ocker type switch with a button in the center . Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume, and pr essing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The center button of the right-hand control will allow you to change the mode.
3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- ing the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner , cleaners, or anti-static sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatur es may become too high.
CLIMA TE CONTROLS The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desir ed interior conditions.
NOTE: T o improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel.
Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower contr ol. T urn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire.
Air Conditioning and Heating — If Equipped Air Conditioning Operation T o turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fan control at any speed and pr ess the snowflake button located at the right of the control panel. Conditioned air will be directed thr ough the outlets selected by the mode control.
The mode control (at the right of the control panel) can be set in any of the following positions: NOTE: T o improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots.
Defrost Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defr oster outlets located at the base of the windshield, and the demister outlets located at the edge of each side of the instrument panel, and the air conditioning may be on.
edges of the instrument panel. The demisters also pr o- vide extra air ducts for circulation. They ar e in operation whenever the Floor , Mix or Defrost modes are in use. T o remove fr ost from the side windows, it is best to use the full defrost mode.
A/C Pushbutton W ith the fan control in the ON posi- tion, pushing the A/C button turns on the air conditioning compressor . An indicator light on the button shows that the Air Conditioning compressor is on. Conditioned air is now directed through the mode outlets selected.
Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instr u- ment panel and those located on the floor . NOTE: There is a dif ference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives impr oved comfort during sunny but cool conditions.
Dual Zone T emperature Control Use this control to r egulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. This is accomplished by having separate temperature contr ol slides for both the driver and front passenger . The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the r ed area indicates warmer temperatures.
Operating Tips Fast Cooldown For a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob to the extreme right position, turn the mode contr ol to the panel fresh position, pr ess the snowflake button to turn on the air conditioning, and drive with the windows open for the first few minutes.
Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during summer to pr ovide proper corr osion protection and to raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against over heating. A 50 % concentration is recommended.
Operating Tips Chart 246 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 2 5 2 ▫ Normal Starting ..................... 2 5 2 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ............... 2 5 2 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................ 2 5 2 ▫ After Starting .
▫ Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Four Position Switch) — If Equipped .......... 2 7 2 ▫ Shifting Procedur e — Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case ....................... 2 7 6 䡵 Axle Locker System — Power W agon Only .
▫ Understanding The Features Of Y our W inch ............................ 3 1 0 ▫ W inch Accessories .................. 3 1 2 ▫ Operating Y our W inch ............... 3 1 3 ▫ Rigging T echniques .................. 3 2 5 䡵 Power Steering ....
▫ T ire Pr essures For High Speed Operation . . . 356 ▫ Radial Ply T ires ..................... 3 5 7 ▫ T ire Spinning ....................... 3 5 7 ▫ T read W ear Indicators ................. 3 5 8 ▫ Life Of T ire ........................ 3 5 9 ▫ Replacement T ires .
䡵 Adding Fuel ........................ 3 7 9 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message . . 381 䡵 V ehicle Loading ..................... 3 8 1 ▫ Certification Label .................. 3 8 1 䡵 T railer T owing ....................... 3 8 3 ▫ Common T owing Definitions .
ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. W aiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter fr om overheating.
CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. W ARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle.
After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de- crease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEA TER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather . Connect the cord to a standard 1 10-1 15 V olt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, thr ee-wire extension cord.
W ARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of P ARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
W ARNING! • Never use the P ARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage. • Y our vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P ARK.
DRIVE This position provides all forwar d gears, including 3rd gear direct and 4th or 5th gear over drive (see Overdrive Operation). Use this range for most city and highway driving. SECOND Use this position for driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads wher e more precise speed contr ol is desirable.
• transmission has reached normal operating temperature. NOTE: • If the vehicle is started in extremely cold temperatur es, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for opera- tion at this temperature.
This will improve performance and r educe the potential for transmission overheating or failur e due to excessive shifting. When operating in “TOW HAUL” mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified.
the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during acceleration when the transmission downshifts to second gear , the clutch automatically disengages. NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usu- ally after 1-3 miles (1.
This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H position for normal street and highway conditions such as dry , hard surfaced roads. When additional traction is requir ed, the 4H and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and r ear drive- shafts together and force the fr ont and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be experienced due to uneven tire wear , low or uneven tire pressur es, excessive vehicle loading, or cold tempera- tures. W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted T ransfer Case 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is in motion, shifts can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h).
• Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be requir ed for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur .
This electronically shifted transfer case pr ovides five mode positions. • T wo-wheel drive high range (2WD) • Four-wheel drive automatic range (4WD AUTO) • Four-wheel drive lock range (4WD LOCK.
Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfaced r oads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components. NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by depressing the r ecessed button located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch.
3. When the shift is completed, the “T ransfer Case Posi- tion Indicator Light” for the selected position will stop flashing and remain ON. If one or more shift conditions are not met: 1. The “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” for the current position will r emain ON.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW , the engine speed is approximately thr ee times that of the 2WD, 4WD AUTO or 4WD LOCK positions at a given r oad speed.
4WD AUTO Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Range - This range auto- matically engages when the vehicle senses a loss of traction. Additional traction for varying road conditions. 4WD LOCK Four-Wheel Drive Lock Range - This range locks the fr ont and rear driveshafts together for cing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
• If all the requir ements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” will turn OFF , the selected “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” will flash until the transfer case completes the shift.
Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. W ith the key ON and the engine either off or running, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the desired “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” is ON (not flashing), shift the transmission back into gear .
Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Four Position Switch) — If Equipped This is an electronically shifted transfer case and is operated by the transfer case switch, which is located on the instrument panel. This electronically shifted transfer case pr ovides four mode positions.
LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery r oad surfaces only . Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfaced r oads may cause in- creased tir e wear and damage to the driveline compo- nents.
2. The selected “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. 3. When the shift is completed, the “T ransfer Case Posi- tion Indicator Light” for the selected position will stop flashing and remain ON.
NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or r ear wheels are spinning, as this can cause damage to driveline components. When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW , the engine speed is approximately thr ee times that of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed.
For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry har d surfaced roads.
• If all the requir ements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” will turn OFF , the selected “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” will flash until the transfer case completes the shift.
2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case switch to the desired position. 4. After the desired “T ransfer Case Position Indicator Light” is ON (not flashing), shift the transmission back into gear . Alternate Procedure 1.
AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER W AGON ONL Y This vehicle is equipped with electronically locking fr ont and rear dif ferentials. These differ entials, when engaged, mechanically lock together the axle shafts forcing the wheels to spin at an equal rate. This allows the vehicle to maintain its momentum and prevents it fr om becoming stuck.
The locking axles are contr olled by the axle locker switch located on the center console. The switch has three positions, AXLE UNLOCK, REAR LOCK, and FRONT/REAR LOCK. Under normal driv- ing conditions, the switch should be left in the AXLE UNLOCK position.
NOTE: Left to right wheel speed differ ence may be necessary to allow the axle to fully lock. If the indicator light is flashing after placing the switch in the REAR LOCK or FRONT/REAR LOCK position, drive the ve- hicle in a turn or on loose gravel to expedite the locking action.
ST ABILIZER/SW A Y BAR SYSTEM — POWER W AGON ONL Y Y our vehicle is equipped with an electronic disconnecting stabilizer/sway bar . This system allows greater front suspension travel in off-r oad situations. Due to the use of taller springs, this vehicle has an increased ride height of appr oximately 1.
W ARNING! Do not disconnect the stabilizer bar and drive on hard surfaced roads or at speeds above 18 mph (29 km/h), you may lose control of the vehicle, which could result in serious injury . The front stabilizer bar enhances vehicle stability and is necessary for main- taining control of the vehicle.
W ARNING! If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to On-Road mode, vehicle stability is greatly reduced. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle over 18 mph (29 km/h). Driving faster than 18 mph (29 km/h) may cause loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in serious injury .
Ramp T ravel Index (R TI) The ramp travel index is the distance, in inches, that you can drive your vehicle with one wheel on a 20-degree ramp without lifting any other wheel off the gr ound. This distance up the ramp divided by the wheelbase of the vehicle and multiplied by 1,000 is the R TI.
Angles A, B, C, and D 286 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING.
W ater Fording Characteristics W ater fording characteristic is the vehicle’s ability to cross a body of still water , where the powertrain and drivetrain are safe fr om water ingestion.
using light brake pressur e with light throttle will keep the vehicle from jerking or lur ching. This technique is also used when you need to stop and restart a vehicle on a steep incline. The Basics Of Off-Road Driving Y ou will encounter many types of terrain driving off- road.
range. This will allow you to idle over obstacles and down hills, with improved contr ol and less effort. Also, use 4L (Low Range) in rain, ice, snow , mud, sand, to get heavy loads rolling, impr ove traction, or whenever 4H (High Range) traction will not do the job.
normally full of debris from pr evious vehicles getting stuck. As a good practice before entering any mud hole, get out and determine how deep it is, if there ar e any hidden obstacles and if the vehicle can be safely recover ed if stuck. • Sand – Soft sand is very difficult to travel thr ough with full tire pr essure.
vehicle to a complete stop and then inch the vehicle forward until it makes contact with the object. Apply the throttle lightly while holding a light brake pr essure and ease the vehicle up and over the object. W ARNING! Crossing obstacles can cause abrupt steering system loading which could cause you to loose control of your vehicle.
independently . Y ou need to use caution when crossing large obstacles with steep sides. Do not attempt to cr oss any large obstacle with steep sides at an angle gr eat enough to put the vehicle at risk of a rollover . If you get caught in a rut, dig a small tr ench to the right or left at a 45-degree angle ahead of the fr ont tires.
CAUTION! W inching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects increases the risk of underbody damage. Hill Climbing Hill climbing requir es good judgment and a good under- standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations. Hills can cause serious problems.
fresh ⬙ bite ⬙ into the surface and will usually pr ovide enough traction to complete the climb. If you do not make it to the top, place the vehicle in REVERSE and back straight down the grade using engine resistance along with the vehicle brakes.
sure the surface has good traction with firm and stable soils. If possible transverse the incline at an angle heading slightly up or down. W ARNING! Driving across an incline increases the risk of a rollover , which may result in severe injury .
your vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover it if something goes wrong. Y ou should never stop or shut a vehicle off when cr ossing deep water unless you ingested water into the engine air intake. If the engine stalls do not attempt to restart it.
crossing is the water depth, curr ent and bottom con- ditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively incr easing the water level on the vehicle.
downstream out of contr ol if the water is deep enough to push on the large surface ar ea of the vehicle’s body . Before you pr oceed determine the speed of the current, the water’s depth, approach angle, bottom condition and if there ar e any obstacles, then cross at an angle heading slightly upstream using the low and slow technique.
V ehicle Recovery If you drive off-r oad, you may encounter a situation where you will need to r ecover your vehicle. V ehicle recovery should always be given consideration befor e attempting a questionable obstacle. Y ou should never go off-r oad driving without the ability to recover your vehicle from a situation.
vehicle from DRIVE to REVERSE, while applying throttle after each shift. During this pr ocess, for addi- tional traction, try turning your steering wheel quickly back and forth no more than a 1 ⁄ 4 turn. If you are stuck in mud, sand, or snow try spinning your tires during this process to clean the debris fr om the tread and improve the traction.
straps together using a 1 1 ⁄ 2 inch hard wood dowel. This will keep the straps from becoming knotted and is safer than using a clevis pin if the strap breaks.
out of the situation in a slow controlled manner . This control works well for avoiding further vehicle dam- age. Once you decide it is time to use the winch look for a good anchor point. It needs to be strong enough to hold more than the vehicle’s weight and pr ovide a direction of pull as straight as possible.
• Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Check tires, body str ucture, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- pension.
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL – IF EQUIPPED The limited-slip differ ential provides additional traction on snow , ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly when there is a dif ference between the traction characteristics of the surface under the right and left rear wheels.
ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy . 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible.
CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
W ARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water . • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances.
NOTE: After off-r oad usage, particularly in sand or mud, inspect the underside of the vehicle for accumu- lated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. Use a hose to clean off any accumulation of dirt or mud. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for any sign of damage.
2. Attach the hook to a suitable anchor point. CAUTION! Be certain the anchor will withstand the load re- quired to tension the wire rope. 3. Apply at least 500 lbs (227 kg) of tension to the rope while winding the rope. Always use care to ensur e the rope does not pile up on one side of the dr um and is neatly wound onto the drum.
Understanding The Features Of Y our Winch W inch Components 310 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING.
1. Motor: The winch motor is powered by the vehicle charging system and featur es a thermal protection switch that automatically stops motor function in the power-in direction if the motor gets too hot. 2. Remote Socket: The remote socket allows the r emote control to be attached to the contr ol pack to allow the winch to function.
Winch Accessories The following accessories are necessary to attach the winch to anchors, change direction of pull, and for safe winching. Gloves: W ire r ope, through use, will develop ⬙ barbs ⬙ which can slice skin. It is ex- tremely important to wear protective gloves while oper - ating the winch or handling the wire r ope.
Clevis/D-Shackles: The D-Shackle is a safe means of connecting the looped ends of cables, straps and snatch blocks. The shackle’s pin is threaded to allow easy r e- moval.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Always keep hands and clothing clear of the wire rope, hook and fairlead opening during operation and when spooling. • Never wrap wire rope back onto itself. Always use a choker chain, wire choker rope or tree trunk protector on the anchor .
General Information Practice using your winch before you get stuck. Some key points to remember when using your winch ar e: 1. Always take your time to assess the situation and plan your pull carefully . 2. Always take your time when using a winch. 3.
CAUTION! (Continued) • Always keep remote control lead clear of the drum, wire rope and rigging. • Inspect for cracks, pinches, frayed wires, or loose connections. Replace if damaged. • Be careful not to pull the W inch Cable Collar through the rollers.
3. Disengage the clutch to allow fr ee spooling of the winch drum, r otate the clutch lever on the winch to disengage. Freespooling conserves battery power . 4. Free the winch hook and attach the hook strap. Free the winch hook from its anchor point. Attach the hook strap to the hook (if not attached).
and over-wrapped when slackened, leading to wir e rope damage. T o prevent losing the end, hold the hook strap while you work. 6. Secure to the anchor point. Once you have established your anchor point, secure the tr ee-trunk protector or choker-chain ar ound the object.
NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secure anchor is critical to winching operations. An anchor must be strong enough to hold while winching. Natural an- chors include trees, stumps and r ocks. Hook the cable as low as possible. If no natural anchors are available when recovering another vehicle, your vehicle becomes the anchor point.
9. Connect the remote control to the winch contr ol box, located behind the front bumper . Be careful not to let the remote contr ol cord dangle in front of the winch. If you choose to control the winch fr om inside your vehicle, always pass the remote thr ough a window to avoid pinching the cord in the door .
12. Check wire r ope. The wire rope should be neatly wound around the spooling dr um. Improper winding can cause damage to the wire r ope. 13. In certain situations you may decide to throw a heavy blanket or similar object over the wire r ope. A heavy blan- ket can absorb energy should the wire r ope break.
the vehicle and never near the wire rope or snatch block. Y our situation may have other ⴖ no people ⴖ zones. 15. Begin winching. W ith the winching vehicles engine on and light tension already on the wir e rope, begin winching slowly and steadily .
NOTE: • A void overheating the winch motor . For extended winching, stop at reasonable intervals to allow the winch motor to cool down. • What to look for under load: The wire r ope must always spool onto the drum as indicated by the drum rotation decal on the winch.
18. Rewind the wire rope. The person handling the wir e rope should walk the r ope in and not let it slide through the hand, control the winch at all times. W ARNING! T o prevent serious injury , NEVER put your fingers inside the hook area as you are powering-in.
20. Disconnect the remote control. Disconnect the r emote control cor d from the control box and stor e in a clean and dry place. W inching operations are now complete. Put the cap on the solenoid plug-in. NOTE: Always store the r emote control in a protected, clean, dry area.
How to Change the Pulling Direction All winching operations should have a straight line from the winch to the object being pulled. This minimizes the wire r ope collecting on one side of the drum affecting pulling efficiency and damaging wir e rope.
Double Line Because pulling power decreases with the number of layers of wire r ope on the winch drum, you can use a snatch block to double line out more wir e rope. This decreases the number of layers of wir e rope on the drum, and increases pulling power .
NOTE: Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are consider ed normal and do not indicate that there is a pr oblem with the power steering system. Upon initial start-up in cold weather , the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time.
W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended power steering fluid. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the pr oper indicated level.
a hill, you should apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in P ARK, otherwise, the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of P ARK. W ARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury .
If either the front or r ear hydraulic system loses normal braking capability , the remaining system will still func- tion with some loss of overall braking effectiveness.
The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide r egulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation. This is normal. The ABS conducts a low-speed selftest at about 10 mph (16 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring, you may feel slight pedal movement.
W ARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
NOTE: ABS improves steering contr ol of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers. W ARNING! • ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The BAS detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressur e to the brakes.
Hill Start Assist (HSA) The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in launching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain the level of brake pressur e the driver inputs for a short duration once the driver takes his foot off of the brake pedal.
The system will only work if the intended direction of the vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the intended direction is forwar d up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE, and the activation criteria are met, HSA will activate.
W ARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer , your trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated with the brake switch. If so, when the brake pedal is released, there may not be enough brake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on a hill and this could cause a collision with another vehicle or object behind you.
4. Press ESP button four times within twenty seconds. The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” should appear and dis- appear four times. 5. Rotate the steering wheel 360° clockwise (180° clock- wise from center).
W ARNING! (Continued) • ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles.
accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sur e to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing r oad conditions. W ARNING! • ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
AUTO, the ESP system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for almost all driving situations. ESP should only be turned to “Partial Off” or “ESP Off” for specific reasons as noted below . ESP Partial Of f This mode is entered by momentarily depr essing the ESP OFF switch.
overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. W ARNING! In the “Partial Off” mode, the engine torque reduc- tion and stability features are desensitized. There- fore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable.
the stability feature at speeds above 40 mph (64 km/h). The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will always be illumi- nated when ESP is of f. T o turn ESP on again, momen- tarily depress the ESP OFF switch. This will restor e the normal “ESP On” mode of operation.
• Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off pr eviously . • The ESP Contr ol System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal. The sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation.
TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tir e sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards.
T ires designed to this standar d have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and it begins with the tir e diameter molded into the sidewall.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can ca.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tel.
Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loadi.
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pr essure.
loading may be requir ed for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pr essures. W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
For additional information, refer to “Fr eeing A Stuck V ehicle” in Section 6. W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one.
Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pr essure • Distance driven W ARNING! T ires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
W ARNING! • DO NOT use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
TIRE CHAINS Use “Class U” chains on 2500/3500 model trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE T ype “U” specifica- tions. NOTE: Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain manufactur er .
These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing link and cable (radial) chains. T ire chain use is permitted only on the r ear tires of 4X2 model trucks. NOTE: • The use of class “U” chains is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 model tr ucks with L T245/ 70R17E tires.
SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type constr uc- tion as the front tir es. Consult the manufacturer of the snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed requir ement associated with the tire. These tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressur es under any load condition.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. Mor e frequent rotation is permissible if desired. The r easons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to r otation being performed.
Dual Rear Wheels The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be matched for wear to prevent overloading one tir e in a set. T o check if tires ar e even, lay a straight edge across all four tires. The straight edge should touch all the tir es. CAUTION! 3500 Dual Rear T ires have only one approved direc- tion of rotation.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED The T ire Pr essure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pr essure based on the vehicle recommended cold tir e inflation placard pressur e. The placard pr essure is defined on the T ire and Loading Information label.
The TPM System will continue to warn the driver of low tire pr essure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tir e pressure is at or above r ecom- mended cold placard pr essure.
CAUTION! • The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) T ire Light Load Inflation Switch Description – If Equipped W ARNING! Never operate your vehicle with the TPMS and tire pressures set to the Light Load Inflation Pressure settings if carrying more than two occupants (150 lbs [68 kg] each) plus 200 pounds (91 kg) of cargo.
T ire Light Load Inflation Switch Operation – If Equipped • This vehicle may have differ ent recommended tire pressur e values between the front and rear tir es as shown in both the T ire Loading Information Label and the Supplemental T ire Pr essure Information Label.
T ire Pr essure Information label. The Supplemental T ire Pressur e Information label is located on the rear face of the driver door . Use an accurate tire gauge to check the tire pr essures when lowering all four tire pr essures.
the max load inflation pressur e (cold) values to switch the TPMS system to the max load inflation pressur e (cold) low pressur e warning threshold. If after pressing the tire light load inflation swi.
T ire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure W arnings The “T ire Pr essure Monitoring T elltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster , and an au- dible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tir e pressures ar e low .
1. This spare tire does not have a tir e pressure monitor - ing sensor . Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the tir e pressur e in the spare tire. 2.
The tire pr essure sensors are cover ed under one of the following licenses: United States ..................... KR5S120123 Canada ....................
The manufacturer supports the use of r eformulated gaso- lines. Properly-blended r eformulated gasolines will pro- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
T o fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to r eset the engine controller memory More extensive r epairs will be required for pr olonged exposure to E-85 fuel.
Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law .
Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly . Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.
CAUTION! (Continued) • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the MIL to turn on. • T o avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message If the vehicle’s diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap in loose, improperly installed or damaged, a GASCAP message will be displayed in the instr ument cluster . T ighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is heard.
Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the car go area so that the GA WR of each axle is not exceeded. Each axle GA WR is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels).
then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over fr ont and rear axle. W eighing the vehicle may show that the GA WR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR.
Common T owing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver , passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
T ongue W eight (TW) The tongue weight is the downward for ce exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer . In most cases it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. Y ou must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. Frontal Area The frontal ar ea is the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer .
W ARNING! • An improperly adjusted W eight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability , brak- ing performance, and could result in an accident.
EXAMPLE — W ith W eight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) EXAMPLE — Improper Adjustment of W eight- Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 387 5.
Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the tr uck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin. Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truck.
T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www .dodge.com/towing . • http:// www .dodge.ca (Canada).
Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer . • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers.
W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
4. T ongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requir ement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements — T ires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e.
CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity . Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear , higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector . Refer to the following illustrations.
W ARNING! Any work done to the vehicles electrical system, or wiring, should be performed by a qualified automo- tive technician, if done improperly it may cause damage to the electrical system wiring and could result in serious or fatal injury .
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops gr eater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency .
W ARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely affect performance of the airbag system in an acci- dent. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) CAUTION! Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used.
Recreational T owing Procedure — Manual Shift T ransfer Case — If Equipped Use the following procedur e to prepare your vehicle for recr eational towing: CAUTION! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre- ational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into P ARK with the transfer case in NEUTRAL and the engine running. W ith the transfer case in NEUTRAL ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into P ARK.
CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage the internal parts.
1 1. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission in DRIVE. 12. Shut the engine OFF and place ignition key in the unlocked OFF position. 13. Shift the transmission into P ARK. 14. Apply the parking brake. 15. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle with the tow bar .
Returning to Normal Operation — Electronic Shift T ransfer Case Use the following procedur e to prepare your vehicle for normal usage: 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Shut OFF the engine. 3. T urn the ignition key to the ON position, but do not start the engine.
• The ignition key must be ON for a transfer case shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key is not ON, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. • Flashing Neutral position indicator light indicates that shift requir ements have not been met.
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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ............... 4 0 6 䡵 Jacking Instructions ................... 4 0 7 ▫ Jack Location ...................... 4 0 7 ▫ Removing The Spare T ire ............. 4 0 8 ▫ T ire Changing Pr ocedure .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The Hazard W arning flasher switch is mounted on the top of the steering column. Press the switch to turn on the Hazar d W arning flasher . When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emer gency .
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
Removing The Spare Tire Remove the spare tir e before attempting to jack the truck. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube. Insert the tube through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube.
NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Tire Changing Procedure W ARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.
3. Place the shift lever into P ARK. On four-wheel drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4L position. 4. T urn the ignition OFF . 5. T urn on the Hazard W arning flasher . 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on or near a roadway , be extremely careful of motor traffic.
• Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, but is not requir ed. • For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube.
• Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required.
face. Lightly tighten the nuts. T o avoid risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. 6.
Insert the blade end into the pry-off notch and car efully pop off the hub cap with a back-and-forth motion. On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DR W), you must first remove the hub caps. The jack handle driver has a hook at one end that will fit in the pry off notch of the rear hub caps.
8-Stud — Dual Rear Wheels Dual wheels are flat-mounted and center -piloted. The lug nuts are a two-piece assembly . When the tires ar e being rotated or r eplaced, clean these lug nuts and add two drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the washer .
These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: 1. T ighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table. Go thr ough the sequence a second time to verify that specific torque has been achieved.
circle, tightening the nut opposite to the nut just pr evi- ously tightened until final torque is achieved. Recom- mended torques ar e shown in the following chart.
CAUTION! Never use a floor jack directly under the differential housing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle may result. JUMP-ST ARTING PROCEDURES Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- sion cannot be started this way .
2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with- out letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles, place the automatic transmission in P ARK and turn the ignition OFF . 3. T urn off the heater , radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal loads.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery , let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery . 7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly . Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
EMERGENCY T OW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED Y our vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks. NOTE: For off-r oad recovery , it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle. W ARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle.
4-Wheel Drive V ehicles CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the transfer case while towing, always use one of the following methods. • The transfer case must be in the neutral position, and the transmission must be in P ARK to tow a 4-Wheel Drive vehicle with one end of the vehicle raised.
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MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment— 5.7L ............. 4 2 7 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ...... 4 2 8 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .......... 4 2 8 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............
▫ Cooling System .................... 4 4 1 ▫ Brake System ...................... 4 4 7 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ............................. 4 4 8 ▫ T ransfer Case ...................... 4 4 9 ▫ Automatic T ransmission .
ENGINE COMP ARTMENT— 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic T ransmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — W asher Fluid Res.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBDII. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems.
appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row , the system will turn on the MIL.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station.
your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedur e yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a r eading at the top of the safe zone on these engines. CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure.
NOTE: For 2500/3500 trucks with a 5.7L engine oper- ating under a gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) or greater , SAE 5W -30 engine oil is recom- mended for all operating temperatures. Lubricants, which do not have both the engine oil certi- fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber , should not be used.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. W ARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery . Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 V olts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other .
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you.
Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOP AR 威 Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- tion and to protect against r ust and wear .
Adding W asher Fluid The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not ra- diator antifreeze).
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for br oken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly .
T o minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interr upt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty , clean by gently spraying water from a gar den hose vertically down the face of the condenser . Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle r ub- ber , cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator .
CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corro- sion protection.
When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • The manufacturer r ecommends using MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Organic Additive T echnology). • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water .
W ARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points T o Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the fr ont of the engine compartment.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or W inter operation. If replacement is ever necessary , install ONL Y the corr ect type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly- closed container to avoid contamination from for- eign matter or moisture. CAUTION! Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid.
NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corr osion and possible failure of differ ential components. Operation of the vehicle in water , as may be encountered in some of f-highway types of service, will requir e draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage.
CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder . Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes.
3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake pedal. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- tion ending with the lever in P ARK. 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides.
dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated position, as long as its seal remains engaged in the dipstick tube. Automatic T ransmission Fluid and Filter Change Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals.
What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the r esult of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings fr om your vehicle. The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar .
Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads, or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the under carriage at least once a month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and tr unk be kept clear and open.
oven cleaner . A void automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective finish. Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped Y ou can id.
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery . Application of a leather conditioner is not requir ed to maintain the original condition.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instr uments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet, soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.
FUSES Integrated Power Module The integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the battery . This center contains car- tridge fuses and mini fuses.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet Console 2 20 Amp Y ellow Cabin Compartment Node (CCN) Door Locks 3— — 4 15 Amp Blue Aisin T ransmission Controls (Diesel O.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 12 30 Amp Pink Electric Brake 13 25 Amp Natural Power-Battery R W AL/ABS Module Feed 14 15 Amp Blue Park Lights Left 15 20 Amp Y ellow T railer Park Lights .
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 27 40 Amp Green Power Seats 28 10 Amp Red Power Run/Start- PCM/Steering Angle Sensor 29 10 Amp Red 4X4 Switch/Pass Dr Switch/EC Mirror 30 15 Amp Blue Power .
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 39 10 Amp Red Seatbelt T ension Reducer/Power IGN Run/Acc 40 20 Amp Y ellow Power IGN Run/Acc — Cigar Lighter/Rear Power Point 41 — — 42 30 Amp Pink D.
VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for mor e than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No. Overhead Console Lights ............... T S 212-2 Dome Light ............................ 7679 NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instr uctions. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base.
BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and T urn Lights CAUTION! This is a halogen bulb. A void touching the glass with your fingers. Reduced bulb life will result. 1. Open the hood 2. Remove the two bolts from the front of the headlight housing.
3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well and remove the nut thr ough the access hole. 4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors. NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly straight forward, applying the gr eatest amount of force to the outer edge of the headlight assembly .
5. Unlock and pull the connector straight from the base of the headlight halogen bulb. 6. T wist the connector on the side marker/turn signal/ park light bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the connector and bulb from housing.
7. Remove the housing from vehicle with the headlight halogen bulb in housing. 8. T wist the headlight halogen bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the headlight bulb from the housing. 9. Replace headlight or side marker/turn signal/park light bulb. Do not touch the headlight halogen bulb.
2. Pull the bulb straight from the connector . 3. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing. T ail, Stop, T urn and Backup Lights 1.
2. Pull the housing straight out from the body , with a quick motion, to separate the housing from the body . If not pulled straight, locators may be damaged.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of socket. 5. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing. Place the two raised blocks past the body . Pulling Bulb From Socket Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body .
Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With Cargo Light 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- ing harness to the body . 3. T urn the desired bulb socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing.
4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lights • Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Light 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing. Cab T op Clearance Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.
2. Rotate the socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull it from the light assembly . 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. 474 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE.
T ailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws and housing and access the bulb sockets from the r ear . MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 7.
2. T urn the socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn counterclockwise to access the bulb. 3. Pull the bulb straight out from socket. 4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing. Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) — If Equipped 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access to the bulb sockets.
3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing. Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) 1. Push rearward on the side marker light assembly . 2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender .
FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 34 Gallons 129 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 35 Gallons 132 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W -20, API Certified). For trucks oper - ating under a gross combined weight rating less than 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg).
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Organic Additive T echnology) Engine Oil — 5.7L Engine (For trucks operating under a gr oss com- bined weight rating less than 14,000 lbs/(6,350 kg.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic T ransmission MOP AR 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid T ransfer Case MOP AR 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid NVG 246 Autom.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ..... 4 8 2 䡵 Maintenance Schedule ................. 4 8 3 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals .
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions contr ol system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicat- ing that an oil change is necessary .
At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will impr ove the accu- racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only). ❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only). ❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
66,000 Miles (1 10,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary .
96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter . ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine). ❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary .
126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only). ❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter , replace if necessary .
† This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur er to the owner , but is not required to maintain emissions warranty . W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 5 0 1 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment .......... 5 0 1 ▫ Prepar e A List ..................... 5 0 1 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ire Quality Grades ........................ 5 0 6 ▫ T readwear ........................ 5 0 7 ▫ T raction Grades .
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty .
This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship.
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center .
the ownership experience. Y ou’ll be pleased with their sincere ef forts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. W ARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY : 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www .safercar .gov; or write to: Administra- tor , NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW ., W ashington, D.C. 20590.
• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedur e Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer -controlled ve- hicle systems and features.
T readwear The T readwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr olled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B, and C, repr esenting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
INDEX 10.
Adding Fuel ........................... 3 7 9 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 4 1 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 434 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 4 3 5 Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............. 435,436 Air Conditioning System .
Bar , Stabilizer/Sway System ................ 2 8 2 Battery ............................... 4 3 4 Emergency Starting ..................... 4 1 9 Saving Feature (Pr otection) ............... 1 3 3 Belts, Seat ............................ 35,75 Body Builders Guide .
Chart, T ire Sizing ........................ 3 4 7 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ............. 194,429 Checking Y our V ehicle For Safety ............. 7 4 Checks, Safety ........................... 7 4 Child Restraint .............
Dealer Service .......................... 4 3 0 Defroster , Rear W indow ................... 1 7 2 Defroster , W indshield ................ 76,235,238 Delay (Intermittent) W ipers ................. 1 3 8 Differ ential, Limited-Slip .................. 3 0 4 Dipsticks Automatic T ransmission .
T owing ............................. 4 2 2 Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 429,482 Engine ............................... 4 2 7 Air Cleaner .......................... 4 3 4 Block Heater ......................... 2 5 4 Break-In Recommendations .
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 4 7 9 Fog Lights ....................... 135,193,468 Fold Flat Load Floor ..................... 1 7 4 Four Wheel Drive ....................... 2 6 0 Four-W ay Hazard Flasher .................. 4 0 6 Freeing A Stuck V ehicle .
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing W ater ........................ 3 0 5 Hazard W arning Flasher ................... 4 0 6 Head Restraints ......................... 1 2 3 Headlights ............................ 4 6 5 Cleaning .
Intermittent W ipers (Delay W ipers) ........... 1 3 8 Introduction ............................. 4 Jack Operation ....................... 407,409 Jacking Instructions ...................... 4 0 7 Jump Starting .......................... 4 1 9 Key , Programming .
Electronic Stability Pr ogram (ESP) Indicator ......................... 197,340 Engine T emperature W arning .............. 2 0 0 Exterior .............................. 7 6 F o g .......................... 135,193,468 Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .....
Power Door ........................... 2 8 Steering Wheel ......................... 1 4 Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH) .............................. 6 4 Lubrication, Body ....................... 4 3 7 Lug Nuts .......................
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 1 9 3 Oil Change Indicator , Reset ................. 1 9 3 Oil, Engine ......................... 431,479 Capacity ............................ 4 7 8 Change Interval ....................... 4 3 2 Dipstick ....
Power Door Locks ........................... 2 8 Mirrors .............................. 8 4 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 1 6 2 Seats ............................... 1 2 4 Sliding Rear W indow ................... 1 7 3 Steering .....
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 2 3 1 Remote Starting System .................... 2 5 Replacement Keys ........................ 1 6 Replacement Parts ....................... 4 3 0 Replacement T ires ....................... 3 5 9 Reporting Safety Defects .
Rear Folding ....................... 126,127 Reclining ......................... 121,122 Reclining Rear ........................ 1 2 5 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 1 8 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 442,479 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) .
Steering Power ........................... 327,328 Wheel Lock ........................... 1 4 Wheel, T ilt ........................... 1 4 0 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .............................. 2 3 1 Storage, Behind the Seat ...
Life of T ires .......................... 3 5 9 Load Capacity ..................... 350,351 Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 3 6 6 Pressur e W arning Light .................. 1 9 7 Quality Grading ....................... 5 0 6 Radial ......
T ransaxle Automatic ............................ 1 2 T ransfer Case ........................... 4 4 9 Electronically Shifted ................. 264,272 Fluid ............................... 4 8 0 T ransmission Automatic ........................ 255,449 Fluid .
W ater Driving Through ...................... 3 0 5 Wheel and Wheel T rim .................... 4 5 4 Wheel and Wheel T rim Care ................ 4 5 4 Wheel Cover ........................... 4 1 4 Wheel Mounting ........................ 4 0 9 Wheel Nut T orque .
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGSAND CAUTIONS VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSTHINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
INST ALLA TION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to pr ovide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel.
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