RAM 2020 Chassis Cab Owner's manual

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RAM CHASSIS CAB

2020 OWNER’S MANUAL

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FIRST EDITION V1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................ 10

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................12

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 84

4 SAFETY .......................................................................................................................................... 121

5 STARTING AND OPERATING ............................................................................................... 182

6 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................................................... 288

7 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................319

8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................388

9 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................. 405

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................489

11 INDEX .............................................................................................................................................493

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INTRODUCTION

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...............................11

Essential Information ..................................11

Symbols ........................................................11

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ...............................11

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS..........................11

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS.........11

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED...............12

KEYS ......................................................................13

Key Fob......................................................... 13

IGNITION SWITCH .................................................17

Keyless Push Button Ignition ......................17

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) ...18

How To Use Remote Start ...........................18

Remote Start Abort Message......................19

To Enter Remote Start Mode ...................... 19

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without

Driving The Vehicle ..................................... 19

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive

The Vehicle................................................... 20

Remote Start Comfort System —

If Equipped ...................................................20

General Information ....................................20

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)......... 20

How To Use Remote Start........................... 21

Remote Start Abort Message...................... 21

To Enter Remote Start Mode ...................... 21

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without

Driving The Vehicle ...................................... 22

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive

The Vehicle................................................... 22

Remote Start Comfort System —

If Equipped................................................... 22

SENTRY KEY.......................................................... 22

Key Programming ....................................... 23

Replacement Keys....................................... 23

General Information .................................... 23

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM (IF EQUIPPED) ..... 24

To Arm The System...................................... 24

To Disarm The System ................................ 24

Rearming Of The System............................. 25

Security System Manual Override .............. 25

DOORS .................................................................. 25

Manual Door Locks...................................... 25

Power Door Locks — If Equipped ............... 26

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry

(If Equipped) ................................................ 26

Automatic Door Locks —

If Equipped................................................... 29

Child-Protection Door Lock —

If Equipped................................................... 29

DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ...30

Programming The Memory Feature............ 30

Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless

Entry Key Fob To Memory ........................... 30

Memory Position Recall .............................. 31

SEATS.....................................................................31

Manual Front Seat Adjustment .................. 32

Power Driver Seat Adjustment —

If Equipped................................................... 33

Heated Seats — If Equipped ....................... 35

Ventilated Seats — If Equipped................... 36

HEAD RESTRAINTS...............................................36

Front Head Restraints................................. 37

Front Head Restraint Removal ................... 37

Rear Head Restraint Adjustment ............... 38

Rear Head Restraint Removal.................... 38

STEERING WHEEL ...............................................39

Tilt Steering Column.................................... 39

Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ....... 39

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —

IF EQUIPPED..........................................................40

MIRRORS ..............................................................41

Inside Day/Night Mirror —

If Equipped .................................................. 41

Automatic Dimming Mirror —

If Equipped .................................................. 41

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Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View

Camera Display —

If Equipped ..................................................41

Outside Mirrors ...........................................42

Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming

Mirror — If Equipped ....................................42

Power Mirrors — If Equipped ......................42

Power Convex Mirror Switch —

If Equipped ...................................................43

Trailer Towing Mirrors..................................43

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ..................... 44

Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse —

If Equipped ...................................................44

Outside Mirrors Folding Feature.................44

Illuminated Vanity Mirror —

If Equipped ...................................................45

EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................45

Multifunction Lever...................................... 45

Headlight Switch..........................................46

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) .................46

High/Low Beam Switch ............................... 46

Automatic High Beam Headlamp

Control — If Equipped ..................................46

Flash-To-Pass ...............................................47

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .........47

Parking Lights And Panel Lights .................47

Directional LED Headlamp System —

If Equipped ...................................................48

Headlights On With Wipers (Available

With Automatic Headlights Only) ................ 48

Headlight Delay............................................ 48

Lights-On Reminder..................................... 48

Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .................. 48

Turn Signals ................................................. 48

Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............. 49

Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights —

If Equipped................................................... 49

Battery Saver ............................................... 49

INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................ 50

Courtesy Lights ............................................ 50

Illuminated Entry ......................................... 51

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS............. 52

Windshield Wipers....................................... 52

Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........... 53

CLIMATE CONTROLS ........................................... 54

Manual Climate Control Overview .............. 54

Automatic Climate Control Overview .......... 57

Climate Control Functions........................... 64

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ....... 64

Operating Tips ............................................. 65

WINDOWS ............................................................ 66

Power Windows — If Equipped.................... 66

Wind Buffeting ............................................ 68

HOOD ..................................................................... 69

To Open The Hood ...................................... 69

To Close The Hood....................................... 69

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED .........69

Before You Begin Programming

HomeLink®.................................................. 70

Canadian/Gate Operator Programming..... 72

Using HomeLink®........................................ 73

Security ........................................................ 73

Troubleshooting Tips................................... 73

General Information .................................... 74

INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........................................74

Storage......................................................... 74

Cupholders .................................................. 79

Electrical Power Outlets .............................. 80

Power Inverter — If Equipped ..................... 81

Wireless Charging Pad —

If Equipped .................................................. 83

Overhead Sunglass Storage ....................... 83

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

GASOLINE ..............................................................84

Base / Midline Instrument Cluster

Descriptions................................................. 85

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

GASOLINE ..............................................................86

Premium Instrument Cluster

Descriptions................................................. 87

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BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

DIESEL....................................................................88

Diesel Instrument Cluster .......................... 89

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ...91

Diesel Instrument Cluster .......................... 92

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .......................92

Instrument Cluster Display Controls...........93

Oil Life Reset ...............................................94

Display Menu Items.....................................95

Diesel Messages And Warnings ...............103

Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode

Message — Electrical Load Reduction

Actions — If Equipped ...............................107

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ............... 109

Red Warning Lights....................................109

Yellow Warning Lights ...............................112

Yellow Indicator Lights...............................115

Green Indicator Lights...............................117

White Indicator Lights................................118

Blue Indicator Lights..................................118

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ... 118

Onboard Diagnostic System

(OBD II) Cybersecurity................................119

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

PROGRAMS ........................................................ 119

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES ............................................ 121

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................121

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...122

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.........................130

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With

Mitigation — If Equipped............................130

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..132

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..................141

Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....141

Important Safety Precautions...................141

Seat Belt Systems .....................................142

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)...151

Child Restraints .........................................160

Transporting Pets .....................................178

SAFETY TIPS ......................................................178

Transporting Passengers ..........................178

Exhaust Gas ...............................................179

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

The Vehicle ................................................179

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle...................................181

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE — GAS ENGINE .........182

Automatic Transmission............................182

Tip Start Feature .......................................182

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition...................183

Normal Starting Using ENGINE

START/STOP Button .................................183

Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F

Or −30°C) .................................................186

After Starting..............................................186

STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE..... 186

Automatic Transmission............................186

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition...................187

Extreme Cold Weather ..............................189

Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold

Air Temperature Above 66°F (19°C) ......... 189

Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air

Temperature 0°F To 66°F

(–18°C to 19°C) .......................................190

Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air

Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)..............191

Starting Fluids............................................192

NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE ....... 192

Cold Weather Precautions ........................193

Engine Idling .............................................195

Noise ..........................................................196

Stopping The Engine .................................196

Idle Shutdown............................................197

Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed... 197

Operating Precautions ..............................197

Cooling System Tips ..................................198

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Manual

Regeneration - If Equipped .......................198

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED........ 199

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

GAS ENGINE ...................................................... 199

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

DIESEL ENGINE.................................................. 200

DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) ...200

PARKING BRAKE .............................................. 201

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION............................ 203

Ignition Park Interlock ...............................204

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock

System .......................................................204

Six–Speed Automatic Transmission —

If Equipped ................................................204

Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission —

If Equipped .................................................210

AUXILIARY SWITCHES — IF EQUIPPED ........... 215

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —

IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 215

Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight

Speed Transmission) — If Equipped ........216

Electronically Shifted Transfer Case

(Six Speed Transmission) —

If Equipped .................................................219

Manually Shifted Transfer Case —

If Equipped .................................................223

LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL .......................... 225

POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) OPERATION —

IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 225

POWER STEERING............................................. 226

Hydraulic Power Steering ..........................226

SPEED CONTROL .............................................. 227

To Activate..................................................227

To Set A Desired Speed.............................227

To Vary The Speed Setting ........................227

To Accelerate For Passing ........................228

To Resume Speed......................................228

To Deactivate .............................................228

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —

IF EQUIPPED ......................................................229

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation ... 230

Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)....231

To Activate/Deactivate..............................231

To Set A Desired ACC Speed.....................231

To Cancel....................................................232

To Turn Off..................................................232

To Resume .................................................232

To Vary The Speed Setting........................233

Setting The Following Distance In ACC.....234

Overtake Aid...............................................235

ACC Operation At Stop...............................235

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu........236

Display Warnings And Maintenance ........236

Precautions While Driving With ACC.........238

General Information ..................................239

Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control

Mode...........................................................240

PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —

IF EQUIPPED .......................................................242

ParkSense Sensors ...................................242

ParkSense Warning Display......................243

ParkSense Display.....................................243

Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........245

Service The ParkSense Rear Park

Assist System.............................................245

Cleaning The ParkSense System..............245

ParkSense System Usage Precautions ....245

PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR

PARK ASSIST ..................................................... 246

ParkSense Sensors ...................................247

ParkSense Warning Display......................247

ParkSense Display.....................................247

Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or

Rear ParkSense.........................................250

Service The ParkSense Front/Rear

Park Assist System ....................................250

Cleaning The ParkSense System..............250

ParkSense System Usage Precautions.... 251

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ........................... 252

LaneSense Operation................................252

Turning LaneSense On Or Off ...................252

LaneSense Warning Message.................. 253

Changing LaneSense Status.....................254

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............ 254

AUX Camera — If Equipped ......................257

SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED....................................................... 257

AUX Camera — If Equipped ......................263

ENGINE RUNAWAY............................................ 263

REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GAS ENGINE ...... 264

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................264

REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE..265

Fuel Filler Cap............................................265

Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel ...............265

Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel...............265

Diesel Exhaust Fluid..................................265

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage....................266

Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ...........266

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VEHICLE LOADING ............................................ 268

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ......268

Payload.......................................................268

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ............268

Tire Size......................................................269

Rim Size......................................................269

Inflation Pressure ......................................269

Curb Weight................................................269

Loading.......................................................269

TRAILER TOWING .............................................. 269

Common Towing Definitions .....................270

Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum

Trailer Weight.............................................272

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer

Weight Ratings) .........................................273

Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................273

Towing Requirements ...............................274

Towing Tips ................................................279

SNOWPLOW — IF EQUIPPED............................ 280

Before Plowing ...........................................280

Snowplow Prep Package Model

Availability ..................................................280

Over The Road Operation With Snowplow

Attached .....................................................281

Operating Tips............................................281

General Maintenance................................281

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND

MOTORHOME, ETC.) ..........................................282

Towing This Vehicle Behind

Another Vehicle..........................................282

Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive

Models........................................................282

Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive

Models........................................................283

DRIVING TIPS......................................................286

Driving On Slippery Surfaces ...................286

Driving Through Water ..............................286

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .......................288

ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED.....288

General Information ..................................292

BULB REPLACEMENT ........................................293

Replacement Bulbs ..................................293

Replacing Exterior Bulbs ...........................294

FUSES ..................................................................298

General Information ..................................298

Power Distribution Center.........................299

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ....................... 305

4500/5500 Models ..................................305

Preparations For Jacking ..........................305

Jacking Instructions 4500 And

5500 Series ...............................................306

To Stow The Flat Or Spare —

If Equipped ................................................309

Hub Caps/Wheel Covers —

If Equipped.................................................309

JUMP STARTING ............................................... 310

Preparations For Jump Start.....................310

Jump Starting Procedure ..........................311

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......................... 312

GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE — 6–SPEED

TRANSMISSION ................................................ 313

MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 – SPEED

TRANSMISSION ................................................ 314

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................ 315

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE........................ 316

Two-Wheel Drive Models...........................317

Four-Wheel Drive Models..........................317

Emergency Tow Hooks —

If Equipped.................................................318

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) ................................................. 318

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)....................... 318

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED SERVICING — GAS ENGINE ........ 319

Maintenance Plan......................................319

Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle.................323

SCHEDULED SERVICING — DIESEL ENGINE .. 324

Oil Change Indicator System —

Cummins Diesel.........................................324

Perform Service Indicator —

Cummins Diesel ........................................325

Maintenance Plan —

Cummins Diesel Engine ...........................326

ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 333

6.4L Engine ...............................................333

6.7L Engine ................................................334

Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine .............335

Checking Oil Level — Diesel Engine..........335

Adding Washer Fluid..................................335

Maintenance-Free Battery .......................336

Pressure Washing......................................336

DEALER SERVICE .............................................. 337

Engine Oil ..................................................337

Engine Oil Filter..........................................339

Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...........................340

Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................341

Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ...............344

Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter.......345

Engine Mounted Fuel Filter

Replacement..............................................346

Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter

Replacement..............................................347

Priming If The Engine Has Run

Out Of Fuel ................................................348

Intervention Regeneration Strategy —

Message Process Flow .............................349

Diesel Exhaust Fluid ..................................349

Body Lubrication........................................350

Windshield Wiper Blades ..........................350

Exhaust System ........................................352

Cooling System .........................................353

Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler ..............356

Brake System ............................................357

Automatic Transmission............................358

Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle

Fluid Level ..................................................360

Transfer Case ............................................361

Noise Control System Required

Maintenance & Warranty .........................361

HOISTING ............................................................365

TIRES................................................................... 365

Tire Safety Information .............................365

Tires — General Information ....................372

Tire Types ...................................................377

Spare Tires — If Equipped .........................378

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ....................379

Tire Chains and Traction Devices ............381

Tire Rotation Recommendations..............382

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM

TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................... 383

Treadwear ..................................................383

Traction Grades .........................................384

Temperature Grades .................................384

STORING THE VEHICLE .................................... 384

BODYWORK........................................................ 384

Protection From Atmospheric Agents.......384

Body And Underbody Maintenance.......... 385

Preserving The Bodywork..........................385

INTERIORS ......................................................... 386

Seats And Fabric Parts..............................386

Plastic And Coated Parts...........................387

Leather Parts .............................................387

Glass Surfaces ..........................................387

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

IDENTIFICATION DATA ...................................... 388

Vehicle Identification Number .................388

BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................ 388

Hydraulic Brake Assist —

If Equipped .................................................388

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS....388

Torque Specifications................................388

FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GAS ENGINE............ 390

6.4L Engine ................................................390

Reformulated Gasoline ............................390

Materials Added To Fuel ...........................390

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends......................391

Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex

Fuel Vehicles..............................................391

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications...391

MMT In Gasoline........................................391

Fuel System Cautions................................392

Carbon Monoxide Warnings......................392

FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ......392

Fuel Specifications ...................................393

Biodiesel Fuel Requirements....................394

FLUID CAPACITIES — GAS ENGINE .................396

FLUID CAPACITIES — DIESEL ENGINE ............397

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — GAS ENGINE ....398

Engine ........................................................398

Chassis .......................................................400

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — DIESEL ENGINE ... 401

Engine ........................................................401

Chassis .......................................................403

MOPAR ACCESSORIES .....................................404

Authentic Accessories By Mopar .............404

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS .......................................405

CYBERSECURITY ...............................................405

UCONNECT SETTINGS ...................................... 406

Uconnect 3 Settings..................................406

Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings .............421

Uconnect 4C NAV With 12-inch Display

Settings ......................................................440

SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION .......... 458

Safety Guidelines.......................................458

UCONNECT 3.0................................................... 459

Introduction................................................459

Radio Mode................................................461

Media Mode...............................................462

Phone Mode...............................................464

UCONNECT 3 WITH 5-INCH DISPLAY.............. 466

Introduction................................................466

Radio Mode................................................467

Media Mode...............................................470

Phone Mode...............................................473

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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —

IF EQUIPPED....................................................... 479

Radio Operation.........................................479

Media Mode ...............................................479

IPOD®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ..479

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES.... 481

Regulatory And Safety Information...........481

VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS.................... 482

Introducing Uconnect ................................482

Get Started.................................................483

Basic Voice Commands.............................483

Radio ..........................................................484

Media..........................................................484

Phone .........................................................484

Voice Text Reply — If Equipped .................485

Climate (4C/4C NAV).................................485

Navigation (4C NAV) ..................................486

Siri® Eyes Free — If Equipped .................486

Using Do Not Disturb ................................486

Android Auto™ — If Equipped ...................487

Apple CarPlay® — If Equipped .................487

General Information ..................................488

Additional Information...............................488

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE ...................................................489

Prepare For The Appointment...................489

Prepare A List.............................................489

Be Reasonable With Requests .................489

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .............................. 489

FCA US LLC Customer Center...................490

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center...........490

In Mexico Contact......................................490

Puerto Rico And US

Virgin Islands .............................................490

Customer Assistance For The Hearing

Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ................490

Service Contract .......................................490

WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................. 491

MOPAR PARTS................................................... 491

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ........................ 491

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C. .......................................491

In Canada...................................................492

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ........................ 492

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer, congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and

maneuvers differently from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the

two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited

for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,

particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your

driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome

the natural laws of physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to

operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a collision. Refer to the “Driving Tips” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance

of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC

offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications

carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated

in the text. Therefore, you should only consider the information which is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any

content introduced throughout the Owner's Information, that may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If

Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant

improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial

reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and

care about your satisfaction.

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the

information you desire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment

ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your

vehicle's equipment.

The detailed Index at the back of this Owner's Manual contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

SYMBOLS

Some vehicle components have colored labels whose symbols indicate

precautions to be observed when using this component. Refer to

“Warning Lights and Messages” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument

Panel” for further information on the symbols used in your vehicle.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures

that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains

CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle.

If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or

special equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/

body builders. US residents refer to the Warranty Information, Section

2.1.C. Canadian residents refer to the “What Is Not Covered” section of

the Warranty Information. Such equipment includes video monitors,

VCRs, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and

service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer.

Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the

conversion/camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your

vehicle. If these instructions are missing, please contact an authorized

dealer for assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the

applicable manufacturer.

For information on the Body Builder’s Guide refer to www.ramtrucks.com.

This website contains dimensional and technical specifications for your

vehicle. It is intended for Second Stage Manufacturer's technical support.

For service issues, contact an authorized dealer.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its

roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in

serious injury or death.

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VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED

Access your Owner’s Information right through

your Uconnect 4C or 4C NAV touchscreen

system (if equipped).

To access the Vehicle User Guide on your

Uconnect Touchscreen: Press the Uconnect

Apps button. From there, press the Vehicle User

Guide icon on your touchscreen. No Uconnect

registration is required.

Uconnect 4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Vehicle User

Guide Touchscreen Icon

NOTE:

Vehicle User Guide features are not available

while the vehicle is moving. If you try to access

while the vehicle is in motion, the system will

display the message “Feature not available

while the vehicle is in motion”.

Pre-Installed Features

 Your User Guide — Updated in real-time

 Touchscreen convenience

 Maintenance schedules and information

 Comprehensive icon and symbol glossary

 Available when and where you need it

 Customizable interface

 Multilingual

Once you launch your Vehicle User Guide, you

will be able to explore your warranty information

and radio manual when and where you need

them. Your Uconnect system displays the

Vehicle User Guide on your touchscreen radio to

assist in better understanding your vehicle.

There’s no app to download, no phone to

connect and no external device needed for

playback. Plus, it’s updated throughout the

year, in real-time, so it is never out of date.

Features/Benefits

 Pre-installed on your Uconnect touchscreen

radio

 Enhanced search and browsing capability

 Robust NAV application (if equipped)

 Add selected topics to a fast-access Favorites

category

 Icon and symbol glossary

 Warranty information

 Crucial driver information and assistance:

 Operating Instructions

 Warranty Information

 Fluid Level Standards

 Maintenance Schedules

 Emergency Procedures

 911 Contact and More

TIP:

When viewing a topic, tap the star icon to add it

to your Favorites, for easy access in the future.

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KEYS

KEY FOB

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The

ignition system consists of a key fob with Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push

button ignition system. The Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) system (if equipped) consists of a key fob

and Keyless Enter-N-Go feature.

NOTE:

The key fob may not be found if it is located next

to a mobile phone, laptop or other electronic

device; these devices may block the key fob’s wire-

less signal.

If the vehicle is equipped with remote power door

locks, the key fob allows you to lock or unlock all

doors, as well as activate the Panic Alarm, from

distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m). The

key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle

to activate the system.

NOTE:

 In the ON/RUN position, all key fob buttons will

work until the vehicle reaches 2 mph (4 km/h).

 The key fob should not be placed next to the

wireless charging pad (if equipped).

Key Fob

In case the ignition switch does not change with

the push of a button, the key fob may have a low

or fully depleted battery. A low key fob battery

can be verified by referring to the instrument

cluster, which will display directions to follow.

In a situation where the battery is low or fully

depleted, a back up method can be used to

operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of

the key fob (side opposite of the emergency key)

against the START/STOP ignition button and

push to operate the ignition switch.

To Unlock The Doors

If the vehicle is equipped with remote power

door locks, push and release the unlock button

on the key fob once to unlock the driver’s door.

Push the unlock button twice within five

seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal

lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock

signal. The illuminated entry system will also

turn on.

1 — Unlock

2 — Lock

3 — Remote Start

4 — Panic

5 — Emergency Key

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NOTE:

All doors can be programmed to unlock on the

first push of the unlock button. Refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further

information.

To Lock The Doors

If the vehicle is equipped with remote power

door locks, push and release the lock button on

the key fob to lock all doors. The turn signal

lights will flash and the horn will chirp to

acknowledge the signal.

Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when

the doors are locked with the key fob. This

feature can be turned on or turned off.

NOTE:

Pushing the lock button on the key fob while you

are in the vehicle will activate the vehicle security

alarm system. Opening a door with the vehicle

security alarm system activated will cause the

alarm to sound. Push the unlock button to deac-

tivate the vehicle security alarm system.

Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in

“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for

further information.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push

the Panic button on the key fob. When the Panic

Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the

horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights

will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes

unless you turn it off by either pushing the Panic

button a second time or driving the vehicle at a

speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or greater.

NOTE:

 The interior lights will turn off if you place the

ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position while

the Panic Alarm is activated. However, the

exterior lights and horn will remain on.

 You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m)

from the vehicle when using the key fob to

turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio

frequency noises emitted by the system.

Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With

Remote Control

The replacement battery model is one CR2450

battery.

NOTE:

 Perchlorate Material — special handling may

apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate

for further information.

 Do not touch the battery terminals that are

on the back housing or the printed circuit

board.

1. Remove the emergency key by pushing

and holding the release button located on

the side of the key fob while pulling the

emergency key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Release button

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2. Slightly remove the emergency key from the

key fob, approximately 10 mm. The blade of

the emergency key should just become

visible.

Emergency Key

3. Holding the key fob with the button side

facing down, use the emergency key to pry

up the battery cover until the cover releases

from the key fob housing.

Key Fob Back Cover Removal

4. Remove the battery by using the emergency

key to pry the battery out of its housing.

Key Fob Battery Removal

NOTE:

When replacing the battery, ensure the + sign

on the battery is facing upward. Avoid touching

the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may

cause battery deterioration. If you touch a

battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

5. Replace the battery by pushing the new

battery down on an angle toward the top

edge of the opening. Then, push down on

the remainder of the battery to lock into

place.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

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6. To assemble the key fob case, line up the

top edge of the back cover with the top of

the fob, and press the edges into the

interlocking hinges until all edges snap

together with no large visual gaps.

NOTE:

The key fob battery should only be replaced by

qualified technicians. If the battery requires

replacement, see an authorized dealer.

Alternative Back Cover Removal Method:

The back cover of the key fob can also be

removed by inserting the emergency key into

the left or right side open slots, and twisting to

pop off the cover.

Alternate Key Fob Back Cover Removal Method

NOTE:

The key fob battery should only be replaced by

qualified technicians. If the battery requires

replacement, see an authorized dealer.

Programming Additional Key Fobs

Programming the key fob may be performed by

an authorized dealer.

NOTE:

Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it

cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to

another vehicle.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all

Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this

vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules and with Innovation, Science and

Economic Development Canada license-exempt

RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR

d`Innovation, Science and Economic

Development applicables aux appareils radio

exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée

aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. l'appareil ne doit pas produire de

brouillage, et

2. l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout

brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le

brouillage est susceptible d'en compro-

mettre le fonctionnement.

La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las

siguientes dos condiciones:

1. es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no

cause interferencia perjudicial y

2. este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar

cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que

pueda causar su operación no deseada.

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(Continued)

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compli-

ance could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment.

IGNITION SWITCH

KEYLESS PUSH BUTTON IGNITION

This feature allows the driver to operate the

ignition switch with the push of a button as long

as the Remote Keyless Entry key fob is in the

passenger compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four

operating positions; three of which are labeled

and will illuminate when in position. The three

positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The

fourth position is START. During START, RUN will

illuminate.

NOTE:

In case the ignition switch does not change with

the push of a button, the key fob may have a low

or depleted battery. In this situation, a back up

method can be used to operate the ignition

switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the

emergency key) of the key fob against the

START/STOP ignition button, with your foot

applied on the brake pedal, and push to operate

the ignition switch.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

The push button ignition can be placed in the

following modes:

OFF

 The engine is stopped.

 Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking,

alarm, etc.) are still available.

ACC

 Engine is not started.

 Some electrical devices are available.

RUN

 Driving position.

 All the electrical devices are available.

START

 The engine will start.

1 — OFF

2 — ACC (Accessory)

3 — ON/RUN

WARNING!

 When exiting the vehicle, always remove

the key fob from the vehicle and lock your

vehicle.

 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or

with access to an unlocked vehicle.

 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-

tended is dangerous for a number of

reasons. A child or others could be seriously

or fatally injured. Children should be

warned not to touch the parking brake,

brake pedal or the gear selector.

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The engine only runs when the ignition is in the

ON/RUN position, or from a remote start

request.

In case the ignition switch does not change with

the push of a button, the key fob may have a low

or depleted battery. In this situation, a back up

method can be used to operate the ignition

switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the

emergency key) of the key fob against the

START/STOP ignition button and push to

operate the ignition switch.

Back Up Starting Method

NOTE:

The key fob may not be able to be detected by

the vehicle Keyless Enter-N-Go system if it is

located next to a mobile phone, laptop or other

electronic device; these devices may block the

key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the

Keyless Enter-N-Go system from starting the

vehicle.

NOTE:

Refer to "Starting The Engine" in "Starting And

Operating" for further information.

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED

(GASOLINE)

This system uses the key fob to start

the engine conveniently from outside

the vehicle while still maintaining

security. The system has a range of

approximately 300 ft (91 m).

NOTE:

Obstructions between the vehicle and the key

fob may reduce this range.

HOW TO USE REMOTE START

All of the following conditions must be met

before the engine will remote start:

 Gear selector in PARK

 Doors closed

 Hood closed

 Hazard switch off

 Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not

pushed)

 Battery at an acceptable charge level

 PANIC button not pushed

 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,

or in a location accessible to children, and do

not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped

with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ON/RUN

mode. A child could operate power windows,

other controls, or move the vehicle.

 Do not leave children or animals inside

parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat

build-up may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for

thieves. Always remove key fob from the

vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the

vehicle unattended.

WARNING! (Continued)

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