Dodge Ram Chassis Cab 2010 User Manual

2010

OWNER’S MANUAL

Ram Truck

CHASSIS

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name
Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and
the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution
therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
accidents.

Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your
perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower,
and your judgment is impaired when you have been
drinking. Never drink and then drive.

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features and equipment that are either standard or op­tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
description of features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
disregard any features and equipment described in this
manual that are not on this vehicle.

Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes
in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or
improvements to its products without imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previ­ously manufactured.

Copyright © 2009 Chrysler Group LLC

SECTION PAGE

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

3

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

5

STARTING AND OPERATING

6

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

7

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

9

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

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䡵 A Message From Chrysler Group LLC ......... 4

䡵 How To Use This Manual .................. 5

䡵 Warnings And Cautions ................... 7

䡵 Van Conversions/Campers ................. 7

䡵 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 8

䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 8

4 INTRODUCTION

A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Chrysler Group LLC and Cummins威 welcome you as a
Cummins威 turbocharged diesel-powered truck owner.
Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate
differently from a gasoline-powered truck. It is important
that you read and understand this manual.

Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in the United
States and Canada are diesel-powered because of the fuel
economy, rugged durability, and high torque which per­mits pulling heavy loads. Cummins威 engines power well
over half of these trucks. Now this same technology and
proven performance is yours in your truck equipped
with the Cummins威 turbocharged diesel engine.

You may find that some of the starting, operating, and
maintenance procedures are different. However, they are
simple to follow and careful adherence to them will
ensure that you take full advantage of the features of this
engine.

NOTE: Some aftermarket products may cause severe
engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage.
Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect
and store information about vehicle modifications that
increase horsepower and torque output such as whether
or not performance-enhancing powertrain components,
commonly referred to as “performance chips” have been
used.

This information cannot be erased and will stay in the
system’s memory even if the modification is removed.
This information can be retrieved by Chrysler Group
LLC, and service and repair facilities, when servicing
your vehicle. This information may be used to determine
if repair will be covered by warranty.

There is a possibility that the use of a “performance chip”
will prohibit the engine from starting. In this instance, the
vehicle will need to be serviced by a authorized dealer in
order to return the vehicle to its factory settings.

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

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.

Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-
erating procedures that could result in an accident or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce­dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body
modifications or special equipment installed by van
conversion/camper manufacturers/body builders. Refer
to the Warranty information book, Section 2.1.C. Such
equipment includes video monitors, VCRs, heaters,
stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and
service on these items, contact the applicable manufac­turer.

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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 your authorized dealer for
assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the
applicable manufacturer.

For information on the Body Builders Guide refer to:
www.dodgebodybuilder.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 your authorized
dealer.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto­mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window
on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.

Vehicle Identification Number

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.

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CONTENTS

䡵 A Word About Your Keys ................. 12

▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 12

▫ Locking Doors With A Key .............. 13

䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ......... 14

▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ...... 14

▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock ........ 14

䡵 Sentry Key威 .......................... 14

▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 15

▫ Customer Key Programming ............. 16

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▫ General Information ................... 17

䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 17

▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 17

▫ To Set The Alarm ..................... 18

▫ To Disarm The System ................. 18

䡵 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped ........... 19

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 19

▫ To Unlock The Doors .................. 20

▫ To Lock The Doors .................... 20

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▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 21

▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 31

▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 21

▫ General Information ................... 22

▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 22

䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 23

▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 23

䡵 Door Locks ........................... 25

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

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

▫ Child Protection Door Lock — Quad Cab

Only .............................. 28

䡵 Windows ............................ 30

▫ Power Windows – If Equipped ............ 30

䡵 Occupant Restraints ..................... 32

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 33

▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 40

▫ Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode –

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

▫ Center Lap Belts ...................... 42

▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert威) ......................... 42

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 43

▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 44

▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) –

Airbags ............................ 44

▫ Advanced Front Airbag Features .......... 45

▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 48

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▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 72

▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 56

▫ Child Restraint ....................... 58

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 70

䡵 Safety Tips ........................... 71

▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 71

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ............................. 73

▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ................... 74

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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 from your authorized
dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers
and keep them in a safe place.

Ignition Key

Ignition Key Removal

Automatic Transmission

Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, and remove the key.

Ignition Switch Positions

1 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 4 — ON/RUN
2 — LOCK 5 — START
3 — OFF

NOTE:

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If you try to remove the key before you place the shift
lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo­rarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the
key to the right slightly, then remove the key as
described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap
the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this
safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started
and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you
obtain service.

•

The power window switches (if equipped), radio (if
equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power
outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature.

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WARNING!

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. Don’t leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Locking Doors With A Key

You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward. To unlock the door, turn the
key forward.

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STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering
wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with­out the key fob. If the steering wheel is moved approxi­mately a half turn in either direction and the key fob is
not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock.

To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel

With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside
down, turn off the engine and remove the key fob. Turn
the steering wheel slightly in either direction until the
lock engages.

To Release the Steering Wheel Lock

Insert the key fob into the ignition switch and start the
engine. If the key fob is difficult to turn, move the wheel
slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock.

NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage
the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to

disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage
the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.

SENTRY KEY姞

The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unautho­rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.

The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro­grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the
engine.

NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.

During normal operation, after turning on the ignition
switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three
seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics. In addition, if the Vehicle Security Light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that
someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine.
Either of these conditions will result in the engine being
shut off after two seconds.

If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec­onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.

NOTE: The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System is not
compatible with some aftermarket remote starting sys­tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.

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All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a Sentry Key威 is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove the Sentry Keys威 from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat­tended.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du­plication of keys may be performed at an authorized

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dealer or by following the customer key programming
procedure. This procedure consists of programming a
blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one
that has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.

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 procedure:

1. Cut the additional Sentry Key威 Transponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first
key.

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within
15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the second key.

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key威 into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within
60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound.
In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing.
To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle
Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and
then turn off.

The new Sentry Key威 is programmed. The Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro­grammed during this procedure.

Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed Sentry Key威, contact your
authorized dealer for details.

NOTE:

dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys­tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting
your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro­grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized
dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed.

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:

•

•

If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes­ired operation.

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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors
and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm
is activated, the Vehicle Security Alarm provides both
audible and visible signals. For the first three minutes the
horn will sound and the headlights, park lamps and/or
turn signals will flash and Vehicle Security Light will
flash repeatedly. For an additional 15 minutes only, the
headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals and Vehicle
Security Light will flash. The engine will run only if a
valid Sentry Key威 is used to start the vehicle. Use of the
Sentry Key威 will disable the alarm.

Rearming of the System

The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15
additional minutes of headlights and Vehicle Security
Light flashing, if the Vehicle Security Alarm has not been
disabled. If the condition which initiated the alarm is still
present, the Vehicle Security Alarm will ignore that
condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition.

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To Set the Alarm

The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the
power door locks, or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are
locked and closed, the Vehicle Security Light in the
instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the
Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. The Vehicle 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 Vehicle Security Light will flash
at a slower rate to indicate that the Vehicle Security
Alarm is armed.

NOTE: If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continu­ously during vehicle operation, have the Vehicle Security
Alarm checked by an authorized dealer.

To Disarm the System

Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door. If something
has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence,

the horn will sound three times when you unlock the
doors and the Vehicle Security Light will flash for 30 sec­onds. Check the vehicle for tampering.

The Vehicle Security Alarm will also disarm if the vehicle
is started with a programmed Sentry Key威. If an unpro­grammed Sentry Key威 is used to start a vehicle, the
engine will run for two seconds and then the Security
Alarm will be initiated. To exit the alarming mode, press
the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button, or start the vehicle
with a programmed Sentry Key威.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the
Vehicle Security Alarm will arm unexpectedly. If you
remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE
transmitter, the alarm will sound when you pull the door
handle to exit.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY — 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 approximately 30 seconds,
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition
switch is turned ON.

NOTE:

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The front courtesy overhead console and door cour­tesy lights do not turn off if the dimmer control is in
the interior lights on position (extreme top position).

•

The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the extreme downward position.

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED

The system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from
distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE trans­mitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to
activate the system.

Three Button RKE Transmitter

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To Unlock the Doors

Press and release 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.

The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors or
the driver’s door only upon the first UNLOCK button
press by using the following procedure:

4. Release both buttons at the same time.

5. This will allow you to unlock all doors on the first
press of the UNLOCK button.

6. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

To Lock the Doors

Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit­ter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors
are locked, the parking lights will flash on once and the
horn will chirp once.

1. Perform this operation while standing outside the
vehicle.

2. Press and hold the LOCK button on your RKE trans­mitter.

3. Continue to hold the LOCK button at least 4 seconds,
but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the
UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button.

The Horn Chirp feature is activated when shipped from
the assembly plant. If desired, this feature can be disabled
by using the following procedure:

1. Perform this operation while standing outside the
vehicle.

2. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed
(i.e., functional) RKE transmitter.

3. Continue to hold the LOCK button, wait at least
4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and
hold the PANIC button. Release both buttons at the same
time.

4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

This vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant with the
park lamp flash feature activated. If desired, this feature
can be disabled by using the following procedure:

1. Perform this operation while standing outside the
vehicle.

2. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed
(i.e., functional) RKE transmitter.

3. Continue to hold the UNLOCK button, wait at least
4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and
hold the LOCK button. Release both buttons at the same
time.

4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

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Using the Panic Alarm

To activate the Panic Mode while the ignition is OFF,
press and release the PANIC button on the RKE trans­mitter once. When the Panic Mode is activated, the
interior lights will illuminate, the headlights and parking
lights will flash, and the horn will sound.

To cancel the Panic Mode, press and release the PANIC
button on the transmitter a second time, after five seconds.
Panic Mode will automatically cancel after three minutes,
or if the vehicle is started and exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
During the Panic Mode, the door locks and RKE systems
will function normally. Panic Mode will not disarm the
Vehicle Security Alarm System on vehicles so equipped.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Refer to Sentry Key威 “Customer Key Programming.”

If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.

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General Information

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap­proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:

1. Weak battery in RKE transmitter. The expected life of
the battery is from one to two years.

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

Transmitter Battery Replacement

1. With RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat
blade or dime to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit­ter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket
during removal.

RKE Transmitter Battery Replacement

2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the
battery, match the + sign on battery to the + sign on the
inside of the battery clip, located on back cover. Avoid
touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may
cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve­niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a targeted

range of approximately 328 ft (100 m).

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3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two
halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even
“gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and
tighten the screw until snug. Test the RKE transmitter
operation.

NOTE:

•

Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

•

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

•

Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.

NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto­matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.

How to Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:

•

Shift lever in PARK

•

Doors closed

•

Hood closed

•

Hazard switch off

•

Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)

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Ignition key removed from ignition switch

•

Battery at an acceptable charge level

•

RKE PANIC button not pressed

WARNING!

•

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon­oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car­bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.

•

Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.

To Enter Remote Start

Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec­onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn

will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

•

The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.

•

For security, power window and power sunroof op­eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.

•

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 repeat the start sequence for a third
cycle.

Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:

•

The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500

•

Any engine warning lamps come on

•

The hood is opened

•

The hazard switch is pressed

•

The transmission is moved out of PARK

•

The brake pedal is pressed

To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the
Vehicle

Press and release the REMOTE START button one time,
or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.

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To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle

Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle,
insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch
to the ON position.

NOTE:

•

The ignition switch must be in the ON position in
order to drive the vehicle.

DOOR LOCKS
Manual Door Locks

Front and rear 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.

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The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle.

WARNING!

•

For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

•

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. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win­dows, other controls, or move the 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.

Power Door Lock Switch Location

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. This prevents you from acciden­tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key
or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A
chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and
a door is open, as a reminder to remove the key.

Automatic Door Locks – If Equipped

If this feature is enabled, your door locks will lock
automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph
(24 km/h).

Automatic Door Lock Programming

This feature is enabled when your vehicle is shipped
from the assembly plant and can be disabled by using the
following procedure:

1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.

2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will
cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this
programming procedure.)

3. Place the key into the ignition.

4. Within 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).

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5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch
in the LOCK direction.

6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has
been disabled.

7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled
before the feature could be disabled. If necessary, repeat
the above procedure.

Auto Unlock On Exit — If Equipped

This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when
any door is opened. This will occur only after the vehicle
has been shifted into the PARK position after the vehicle
has been driven (shifted out of PARK and all doors closed).

Auto Unlock On Exit Programming — If Equipped

Customer programming sequence to enable or disable
the Auto Unlock on Exit feature:

1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.

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2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will
cancel any chimes that may be confusing during this
programming procedure.)

3. Insert the key into the ignition.

4. Within 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. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch
in the UNLOCK direction.

6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has
been changed.

7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of
this feature.

8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was
canceled before the feature could be changed. If neces­sary, repeat the above procedure.

Child Protection Door Lock — Quad Cab Only

To provide a safer environment for children riding in the
rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the Child
Protection Door Lock system.

Child Protection Door Lock Location

To 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.

Child Door Lock Control

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WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the rear doors can only be opened
from the outside when the child protection locks are
engaged.

NOTE: After setting the Child Protection Door Lock

system, always test the door from the inside to make
certain it is in the desired position.

For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the
door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, roll down the
window and open the door with the outside door handle.

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WINDOWS
Power Windows – If Equipped

Power Window Switches

The control on the left front 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 control

and on the rear doors of Quad Cab威 models. The
windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON or ACC (Accessory) position and for ten
minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or a front door is
opened.

NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature will allow
the power windows to operate for 10 minutes after the
ignition is turned OFF.

WARNING!

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. Don’t leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.

Auto-Down (Driver’s Side Only)

The driver’s window switch has an Auto-Down feature.
Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically.

Window 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. To
disable the window controls on the other doors, press the
window lockout switch. To enable the window controls,
press the window lockout switch again.

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Window Lockout Switch

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down or in partially open positions. This is a
normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting

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occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and
rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS

Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems:

•

Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and
all passengers

•

Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen­ger — if equipped

•

An energy-absorbing steering column and steering
wheel

•

Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants

If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized
seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold
infant and child restraint systems.

NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage
inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different
rates of inflation based on severity and type of collision.

Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as
possible.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled
up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other
passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are
buckled up properly.

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even
on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver
and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen
far away from home or on your own street.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they
can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some
of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown
from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of
ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the
inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should

be belted at all times.

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

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normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock
and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the
vehicle or being thrown out.

WARNING!

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 seriously
injured or killed.

Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.

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WARNING!

•

Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat
belts are designed to go around the large bones of
your body. These are the strongest parts of your
body and can take the forces of a collision best.
Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make
your injuries in a collision much worse. You might
suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out
of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to
wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas­sengers safe, too.

•

Two 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.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and
adjust the seat.

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front
seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch
plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the
webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around
your lap.

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2

1 — Latch Plate

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

Latch Plate To Buckle

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WARNING!

• 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. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest
you.

• A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well.
In a sudden stop you could move too far forward,
increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat
belt snugly.

• A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger­ous. Your 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. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your
strongest bones will take the force in a collision.

(Continued)

WARNING! (Continued)

• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect
you from injury during a collision. You are more
likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not
wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt
are meant to be used together.

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up
on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight,
tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt
reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.

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WARNING!

• 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. In a collision,
it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight.
If you can’t straighten a belt in a vehicle, take it to
your authorized dealer and have it fixed.

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Removing Slack From Belt

5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is
comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor
will withdraw any slack in the belt.

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.
The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to
allow the belt to retract fully.

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WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.) or if the airbag deployed.

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. Insert the vehicle
ignition key into the center white slot on the black buckle.
The black buckle latch plate can be removed when the

key is pressed into the buckle. Allow the retractor to take
up the surplus webbing, and the buckles will hang
vertically from the cab back exit bezel, thus freeing up all
the area behind the front seats.

Detaching Buckle With Key

2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pull
the black buckle latch plate forward from the cab back

panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there
is an audible “click”. For proper seatbelt usage, refer
“Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions” in this
section.

WARNING!

•

If the black latch and black buckle are not prop­erly 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. If the webbing is twisted, follow the
preceding procedure to detach the black latch and
black buckle, untwist the webbing, and reattach
the black latch and black buckle.

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Inserting Latch Plate

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In Use Position

WARNING!

•

If the black latch and black buckle are not prop­erly 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. If the webbing is twisted, follow the
preceding procedure to detach the black latch and
black buckle, untwist the webbing, and reattach
the black latch and black buckle.

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be
adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt

away from your neck. Press the button located on the
upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the
position that fits you best.

Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt

As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will
prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average

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you will prefer a higher position. When you release the
anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that
it is locked in position.

Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode – If Equipped

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre­locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in
the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail­able on all passenger seating positions with a combina­tion lap/shoulder belt.

When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode

Use the Automatic Locking Mode any time a child safety
seat is installed in a passenger seating position. Children
12 years old and younger should be properly restrained
in the rear seat whenever possible.

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode

1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt.

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2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until
the entire belt is extracted.

3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will
hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is
now in the Automatic Locking Mode.

How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow
it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic
Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emer­gency) locking mode.

Center Lap Belts

The center seating position for the Quad Cab威 front seat
has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ To lengthen
the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. To remove slack,
pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear the lap belt snug
against the hips. Sit back and erect in the seat, then adjust
the belt as tightly as is comfortable.

WARNING!

•

A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous.

•

A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip down
and under the belt in a collision.

•

A belt that is too loose or too high will apply crash
forces to the abdomen, not to the stronger hip
bones. In either case, the risk of internal injuries is
greater. Wear a lap belt low and snug.

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 BeltAlert威 will alert
the driver to buckle the seat belt. The driver should also
instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts.
Once the warning is triggered, the BeltAlert威 will con­tinue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for
96 seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The

BeltAlert威 will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).

BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized
dealer or by following these steps:

NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first
60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON
or START position. Chrysler Group LLC does not recom­mend deactivating BeltAlert威.

1. With all doors closed and the ignition switch in any
position except ON or START, buckle the driver’s seat
belt.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait
for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off.

3.

Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and
then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least three times
within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled.

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4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to
signify that you have successfully completed the
programming.

BeltAlert威 can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

NOTE: Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated, the
Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate
while the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled.

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women

We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts
throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is
the best way to keep the baby safe.

Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt
across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible.
Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the
abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take
the force if there is a collision.

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Seat Belt Extender

If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended, your
authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt
extender. This extender should be used only if the
existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required,
remove the extender and store it.

WARNING!

Using a seat belt extender when not needed can
increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the
seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long
enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the
recommended seating positions. Remove and store
the extender when not needed.

the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front
airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the
glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are em­bossed on the airbag covers.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbags

This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front
passenger (if equipped) as a supplement to the seat belt
restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in

1 — Driver and Passenger Airbags
2 — Knee Bolsters

NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal
regulations for Advanced Airbags.

The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator
design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of
inflation based on the severity and type of collision.

This vehicle may also be equipped without a passenger’s
front airbag. In this case the passenger’s side airbag will
be replaced with a storage bin.

NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim; but they will open during airbag deployment.

Airbag System Components

The airbag system consists of the following:

•

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

•

Airbag Warning Light

•

Driver Front Airbag

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•

Front Passenger Airbag (if equipped)

•

Front and Side Impact Sensors — if equipped

•

Steering Wheel and Column

•

Instrument Panel

•

Knee Impact Bolster

•

Passenger’s Side Front Airbag ON/OFF Switch (Regu­lar Cab Vehicles Only)—ifequipped

Advanced Front Airbag Features

The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver
and front passenger airbags. This system provides output
appropriate to the severity and type of collision as
determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),
which may receive information from the impact sensors
at the front of the car (if equipped).

The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an
impact that requires airbag deployment. The timing of

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the second stage determines whether the output force is
low, medium, or high. If a low output is sufficient to meet
the need, the remaining gas in the inflator is expended.

WARNING!

•

Do not put anything on or around the airbag
covers or attempt to open them manually. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags may no longer be functional.
The protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat­ing.

•

Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.

•

Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios,
etc.

Knee Impact Bolsters

The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and the front passenger, and position everyone for
the best interaction with the Advanced Front Airbag.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the
risk of harm from a deploying airbag:

Children 12 years and under should ride buckled up in a
rear seat, if available.

If your vehicle does not have a rear seat, refer to the
“Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch (if equipped)” in this
section

WARNING!

Infants in rear-facing child restraints must NEVER­ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger
front airbag unless the airbag is turned off (Regular
Cab Vehicles Only). An airbag deployment can cause
severe injury or death to infants in that position.
Refer to the “Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch (if
equipped)” in this section.

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If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child
seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat
as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
(Refer to information on Child Restraints in this section.)

You should read the instructions provided with your
child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.

All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and shoul­der belts properly.

2

Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat
belt properly (see Section on Child Restraints) should be
secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt­positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use
child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should
ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow
children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under
their arm.

The driver and front passenger seats should be moved
back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front
Airbags room to inflate.

Do not lean against the door. If your vehicle has side
airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags will
inflate forcefully into the space between you and the
door.

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If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified
to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer
Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⬙If You Need
Assistance⬙ in Section 9 of this manual.

WARNING!

•

Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more
severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with
your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some
collisions, the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always
wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.

•

Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument
panel during front airbag deployment could cause
serious injury, including death. Airbags need
room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending
your arms to reach the steering wheel or instru­ment panel.

(Continued)

WARNING! (Continued)

•

Side airbags also need room to inflate. Do not lean
against the door. Sit upright in the center of the
seat.

Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system
required for this vehicle.

The ORC determines if deployment of the front airbags in
a frontal collision is required. Based on the impact
sensors signals, a central electronic ORC deploys the
Advanced Front Airbags, as required, depending on
severity and type of impact.

Advanced Front Airbags are designed to provide addi­tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in
certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and

type of collision. Advanced Front Airbags are not ex­pected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, or side
collisions.

The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal
collisions, including some that may produce substantial
vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions,
truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other
hand, depending on the type and location of impact,
Advanced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with
little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe
initial deceleration.

Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over
time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not
good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have
deployed.

Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli­sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position,
away from an inflating airbag.

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The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of
the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START
or ON position. If the key is in the LOCK position, in the
ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not
on and will not inflate.

The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.

Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning
Light in the instrument panel for approxi­mately six to eight seconds for a self-check

when the ignition is first turned on. After the
self-check, the Airbag Warning Light will turn off. If the
ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it
turns on the Airbag Warning Light, either momentarily
or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light
comes on again after initial startup.

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It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru­ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is
noted. The diagnostics also record the nature of the
malfunction.

WARNING!

Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru­ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to
protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right
away.

Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch
(Regular Cab Vehicles Only) – If Equipped

Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch

The passenger front airbag is to be turned off only if the
passenger:

•

is an infant (less than one year old) who must ride in
the front seat because there is no rear seat, because the
rear seat is too small for a rear-facing infant restraint or
because the infant has a medical condition which
makes it necessary for the driver to be able to see the
infant,

•

is a child, age one to 12 who must ride in the front seat
because there is no rear seat, because there is no rear
seat position available, or because the child has a
medical condition which makes it necessary for the
driver to be able to see the child,

•

has a medical condition which makes passenger airbag
(if equipped) inflation (deployment) a greater risk for
the passenger than the risk of hitting the dashboard
(instrument panel) or windshield in a crash.

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WARNING!

Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/
shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck,
or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) or
windshield in a crash. This may result in serious
injury or death.

To Shut Off the Passenger Airbag
(Regular Cab Vehicles Only) – If Equipped

Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On/Off
Switch (if equipped), push the key in and turn clockwise,
and remove the key from the switch. This will shut off the
passenger airbag (if equipped). The OFF light near the
switch will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.

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To Turn On the Passenger Airbag
(Regular Cab Vehicles Only) – If Equipped

Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On/Off
Switch (If Equipped), push the key in and turn counter­clockwise, and remove the key from the switch. This will
turn on the passenger airbag (if equipped). The OFF light
near the switch will be off when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.

Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units

The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are
located in the center of the steering wheel and the right
side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a
collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units.
A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate
the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation
rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever­ity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper
right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out

of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags
fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about
half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then
quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and
front passenger.

The driver front airbag gas is vented through the vent
holes in the sides of the airbag. The passenger front
airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of
the airbag. In this way, the airbags do not interfere with
your control of the vehicle.

Front Impact Sensors — If Equipped

In front impacts, impact sensors aid the ORC in deter­mining appropriate response to impact events. Addi­tional sensors in the ORC determine the level of airbag
deployment and provide verification.

Enhanced Accident Response System

In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if
the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event the ORC will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow­ing functions:

•

Cut off fuel to the engine.

•

Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off.

•

Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.

•

Unlock the doors automatically (if equipped with
power door locks).

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If a Deployment Occurs

The airbags are designed to deflate immediately after
deployment.

NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with
the airbag system.

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any
or all of the following may occur:

•

The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra­sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front
passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The
abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those
you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium
floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals.
They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a
few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.

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•

As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the non-toxic gas used for
airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate
the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye
irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or
throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in­structions for cleaning.

Do not 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.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot
protect you in another collision. Have the airbags,
seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat
belt retractor assembly replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) system serviced as well.

Maintaining Your Airbag System

WARNING!

•

Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured if the airbag system is not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the
upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure,
or add aftermarket side steps or running boards.

•

It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system.

(Continued)

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WARNING! (Continued)

•

Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad­vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate
accidentally or may not function properly if modi­fications are made. Take your vehicle to an autho­rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser­vice. If your seat, including your trim cover and
cushion, needs to be serviced in any way (includ­ing removal or loosening/tightening of seat attach­ment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized
dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accesso­ries may be used. If it is necessary to modify an
advanced airbag system for persons with disabili­ties, contact your authorized dealer.

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Airbag Warning Light

You will want to have the airbags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. While
the airbag system is designed to be mainte­nance free, if any of the following occurs, have

an authorized dealer service the system immediately.

•

The Airbag Warning Light does not come on for
approximately six to eight seconds when the ignition
switch is first turned ON.

•

The light remains on after the approximate four to
six-second interval.

•

The light comes on and remains on while driving.

located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to
record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param­eters (see list below) in an event data recorder prior to the
moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment (if
applicable), and up to a quarter second of either high­speed deceleration data or change in velocity during
and/or after airbag deployment or near-deployment.
EDR data is ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys, or
nearly deploys, and is otherwise unavailable.

NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The airbags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label

NOTE:

1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag
sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica­tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag
deployment.

2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be
recorded (e.g., loss of battery power).

In conjunction with other data gathered during a com­plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be
used by Chrysler Group LLC and others to learn more
about the possible causes of crashes and associated
injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor­mance. In addition to crash investigations initiated by
Chrysler Group LLC, such investigations may be re­quested by customers, insurance carriers, government
officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those
associated with universities, and with hospital and insur­ance organizations.

In the event that an investigation is undertaken by
Chrysler Group LLC (regardless of initiative), the com­pany or its designated representative will first obtain
permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the
vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before

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accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to
download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e.,
pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be
provided to the custodial entity upon request. General
data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes
may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash
databases, such as those maintained by the U.S. govern­ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive
nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve­hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential
data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any
third party except when:

1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data
with a particular crash record in an aggregate database,
provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter
preserved.

2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler
Group LLC product.

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3. Requested by police under a legal warrant.

4. Otherwise required by law.

Data parameters that are recorded:

•

Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for
electronically-controlled safety systems, including the
airbag system

•

Vehicle speed

•

Engine RPM

•

Brake switch status

•

Pedal position

•

And other parameters depending on vehicle
configuration

Child Restraint

Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time, including babies and children. Every state in the

United States and all Canadian provinces require that
small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the
law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck­led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats rather than in the front.

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby,
can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force
required to hold even an infant on your lap can
become so great that you could not hold the child, no
matter how strong you are. The child and others
could be badly injured. Any child riding in your
vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s
size.

Infants and Small Children

There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is
correct for your child.

•

Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward­facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old
and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child
restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers
and ⬙convertible⬙ child seats. Both types of child re­straints are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.

•

The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the
vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up
to about 20 lbs (9 kg). ⬙Convertible⬙ child seats can be
used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the
vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher
weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than

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infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing
by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are
less than one year old.

•

Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in
the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag
(if equipped) unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag
deployment could cause severe injury or death to
infants in this position.

•

Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who
are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the
vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible
child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for
children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who
are older than one year. These child seats are also held
in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.

•

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh­ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small
to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child

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cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat
cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back,
they should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The
child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the
lap/shoulder belt.

NOTE: For additional information, refer to
www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana­dian residents, should refer to Transport Canada’s web­site for additional information. http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/safedrivers/childsafety/index.htm

WARNING!

•

Improper installation can lead to failure of an
infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
collision. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex­actly when installing an infant or child restraint.

(Continued)

WARNING! (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 equipped). If the
airbag is left On, a rearward-facing child restraint
in the front seat may be struck by a deploying
passenger airbag (if equipped) which may cause
severe or fatal injury to the infant.

Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child
restraint:

•

Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
Standards. We also recommend that you make sure
that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle
where you will use it before you buy it.

•

The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s
weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for
weight and height limits.

•

Carefully follow the instructions that come with the
restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.

•

The passenger seat belts are equipped with Automatic
Locking Retractors (ALR), which are designed to keep
the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that
it is not necessary to use a locking clip.

Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to
allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide
the latch plate into the buckle. Then pull on the belt
until it is completely extended from the retractor.
Allow the belt to return to the retractor, pulling on the
excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the
child restraint. Refer to ⬙Automatic Locking Retractors
(ALR) Mode⬙ in this section.

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•

In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the
lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the
buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path
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.

•

If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and
pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect
the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate
around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle
again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure,
try a different seating position.

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•

Buckle the child into the seat according to the child
restraint manufacturer’s directions.

•

When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the
vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.
Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or
collision, it could strike the occupants or seat backs
and cause serious personal injury.

WARNING!

Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant
or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision.
The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow
the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing
an infant or child restraint.

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)

Each vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor­age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower
Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint
anchorage systems are installed in the Regular Cab
passenger seat position and the Quad Cab威 rear seat
outboard positions. LATCH equipped seating positions
feature both lower anchor bars, located at the back of the
seat cushion, and tether strap anchorages, located behind
the seat back (refer to “Child Restraint Tether Anchor” in
this section).

Identification dots are located above the Regular Cab
front seat lower anchorages as a guide for locating lower
anchors.

NOTE: For children riding in the front seat of a Regular
Cab model, refer to the “Passenger Airbag On/Off
Switch (if equipped)” in this section.

Regular Cab Passenger Seat

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Quad Cab威 Rear Outboard Seats

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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 seat back tether anchorage have been available for
some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers
will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their
older products.

Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to
passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child
restraint systems having attachments for those anchor­ages will continue to have features for installation in
vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt. They will also
have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage
of all of the available attachments provided with your
child restraint in any vehicle.

NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to
install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts
not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out
of reach of children. It is recommended that before
installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the
seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of
reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child
restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt
behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the
child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should
stow the seat belt out of the reach of an 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.

NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH­compatible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat
belting.

Installing the Child Restraint System

WARNING!

Do not install child restraint systems equipped with
LATCH attachments in the center position of a Quad
Cab威 model rear seat. The LATCH anchorages in this
seat are designed for the two outboard seating posi­tions only. A child may be placed in the rear center
seating position of a Quad Cab威 model using the seat
belt and child tether anchorage. Failure to follow this
may result in serious or fatal injury.

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separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector, and a means for adjusting the tension in the
strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some
rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped
with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the
tension in the strap.

In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower
straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach
the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether
anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the
child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.

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We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the
manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many,
but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with

Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we
have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc­tions that come with the child restraint system.

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WARNING!

Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH 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.

Child Restraint Tether Anchor

Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for con­nection to tether anchors have been available for some
time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will
provide add-on tether strap kits for their older products.
Regular Cab models have two tether anchorages, one
each behind the front center and right seats. Quad Cab威
models have three anchorages, one behind each of the
rear seats.

WARNING!

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the
seat could come loose and allow the child to crash
into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or
even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor
positions directly behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap. Follow the instruc­tions below. See your authorized dealer for help if
necessary.

Tether 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 seat back under
the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the
seat.

2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to
the square opening in the sheet metal.

3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the
tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Regular Cab with Any Bench Seat

1 — Tether Strap Hook
2 — Tether Strap to Child Restraint
3 — Tether Anchor

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Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence
(Quad Cab威 - Rear Seats)

1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and
reaching between the rear glass and rear seat. The tether
strap may be retained with an elastic band. Accessibility
to the tether strap is greatly improved by raising the seat
cushion to the “up” position. Remove the elastic before
use.

2. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat and
adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head
restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and
then to the anchor directly behind the center rear seat.

3. Pass each tether strap hook under the head restraint
and through the loop of webbing behind the child seat.

4. Route each tether strap to the anchor behind the center
seat, and attach the hooks to the metal ring.

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5. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat and
adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head
restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and
to the anchor directly behind the right seat.

6. Install each child restraint and remove the slack in the
tether strap according to the child restraint manufactur­er’s instructions.

Multiple Child Restraints

1 — Inner Anchor Strap Ring(s)
2 — Snap Hook
3 — Tether Strap
4 — Passenger’s Side Rear Child Seat
5 — Rear Center Child Seat
6 — Driver’s Side Rear Child Seat

Tether Anchorage Points at All Three Seating
Positions

1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the
tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under
the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the
seat.

2. Lift the cover, and attach the hook to the square
opening in the sheet metal.

3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the
tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Tether Anchor

1 — Tether Strap Hook
2 — Tether Strap to Child Restraint
3 — Tether Anchor

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Children Too Large for Booster Seats

Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seat back should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.

•

Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.

•

The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.

•

Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.

If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.

Transporting Pets

Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

The Cummins威 turbocharged diesel engine does not
require a break-in period due to its construction. Normal
operation is allowed, providing the following recommen­dations are followed:

NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing
or no load operation will extend the time before the
engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and
power may be seen at this time.

For additional vehicle break-in requirements, refer to
“Trailer Towing” in Section 5 of the Owners Manual.

•

Warm up the engine before placing it under load.

•

Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged
periods.

•

Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.

•

Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica­tors.

•

Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.

•

Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry­ing or towing significant weight.

Because of the construction of the Cummins威 turbo­charged diesel engine, engine run-in is enhanced by
loaded operating conditions which allow the engine
parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first
6,000 miles (10 000 km).

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SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers

NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.

WARNING!

•

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 seri­ously injured or killed.

•

Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.

•

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.

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Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.

Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow these safety tips:

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.

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 com­plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle

Seat Belts

Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.

Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73

Airbag Warning Light

The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho­rized dealer.

Defroster

Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.

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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle

Door Latches

Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.

Tires

Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.

Lights

Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Fluid Leaks

Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

䡵 Mirrors .............................. 79

䡵 uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ........... 83

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▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................ 79

▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 80

▫ Outside Mirrors ...................... 80

▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature .......... 81

▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 81

▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 82

▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ...... 82

▫ Operation .......................... 85

▫ Phone Call Features ................... 94

▫ uconnect™ phone Features .............. 96

▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ........... 101

▫ Things You Should Know About Your

uconnect™ phone .................... 103

▫ General Information ...................111

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䡵 Voice Recognition (VR) System —

If Equipped ...........................111

▫ Voice Recognition (VR) System Operation ....111

▫ Commands ........................ 113

▫ Voice Training ...................... 116

䡵 Seats .............................. 116

▫ Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped ...... 117

䡵 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 124

䡵 Lights ............................. 125

▫ Interior Lights ...................... 126

▫ Battery Saver ....................... 127

▫ Headlight Delay ..................... 127

▫ Headlights, Parking Lights And

Panel Lights ........................ 128

▫ Reclining Seats ...................... 118

▫ Adjustable Head Restraints ............. 119

▫ Manual Rotary Lumbar Support

Adjustment — If Equipped ............. 120

▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ............. 120

▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 122

▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 128

▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 129

▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 129

▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 129

䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 131

▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 131

▫ Windshield Washers .................. 132

䡵 Tilt Steering Column ................... 132

䡵 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 134

▫ To Activate ......................... 134

▫ To Set a Desired Speed ................ 134

▫ To Deactivate ....................... 135

▫ To Resume Speed .................... 135

▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 135

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䡵 Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle

Information Center (EVIC)................ 137

▫ Dome/Reading Lights ................. 137

▫ Electronic Vehicle Information

Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ............ 138

▫ Compass/Temperature Button ........... 145

䡵 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 147

䡵 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ........... 150

䡵 Cupholders .......................... 150

▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders

(40–20–40 Seats) ..................... 150

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▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 136

▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders

(Bucket Seats) ....................... 152

▫ Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab威)—

If Equipped ........................ 152

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䡵 Storage ............................. 152

▫ Storage And Seats (Quad Cab威 Models) .... 156

▫ Center Storage Compartment

(40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped ........... 152

▫ Center Storage Compartment

(Bucket Seats) — If Equipped ............ 154

▫ Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers ............ 157

䡵 Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped ........ 157

MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror

Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small
control under the mirror to the night position (toward the
rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while
set in the day position (toward the windshield). The
mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through
the rear window.

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Adjusting Rearview Mirror

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Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped

This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or
off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light
next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the
dimming feature is activated.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

CAUTION!

To 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

To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight
overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.

WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in a passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Some vehicles will not have a convex passenger side
mirror.

Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

All6x9inexterior mirrors are hinged and may be
moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The
hinges have three detent positions: full forward, full
rearward and normal.

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Power Mirrors — If Equipped

The controls for the power mirrors are located on the
driver’s door trim panel.

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Power Mirror Switches

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Select the left or right mirror using the top switch, then
press one of the four arrows on the bottom switch to
adjust the mirror. Once the mirror is adjusted, set the top
switch to the center (off) position to prevent accidentally
moving a mirror.

Power Mirror Movement

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped

The heated mirror button is located on the climate

control panel. Press this button to turn on the
heated mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button
will illuminate when the heated mirror is on. The heated
mirror automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
press the button a second time.

Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped

These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror
head to provide a greater vision range when towing
extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or out­board, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped in or
out).

Trailer Towing Position Blindspot Mirror

NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to

entering an automated car wash.

A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main
mirror surface.

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uconnect™ phone — IF EQUIPPED

uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in­vehicle communications system. uconnect™ phone al­lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular
phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙Call” ѧ
“Mike” ѧ”Work⬙ or ⬙Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212⬙). Your cellular

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phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s
audio system; the system will automatically mute your
radio when using the uconnect™ phone.

NOTE: The uconnect™ phone requires a cellular phone
equipped with the Bluetooth威⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙ Ve r-
sion 0.96 or higher. See the uconnect™ website for
supported phones.

For uconnect™ customer support, visit the following
websites:

•

www.chrysler.com/uconnect

•

www.dodge.com/uconnect

•

www.jeep.com/uconnect

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or call 1–877–855–8400

uconnect™ phone allows you to transfer calls between
the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit
your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s
microphone for private conversation.

The uconnect™ phone is driven through your Bluetooth威
“Hands-Free Profile” cellular phone. uconnect™ features
Bluetooth威 technology - the global standard that enables
different electronic devices to connect to each other
without wires or a docking station, so uconnect™ phone
works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be
it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone
is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s
uconnect™ phone. The uconnect™ phone allows up to
seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only
one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the
system at a time. The system is available in English,
Spanish, or French languages.

WARNING!

Any voice commanded system should be used only
in safe driving conditions following local laws and
phone use. All attention should be kept on the
roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in an
accident causing serious injury or death.

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The uconnect™ phone can be used with any Hands-Free
Profile certified Bluetooth威 cellular phone. See the
uconnect™ website for supported phones. If your cellu­lar phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset
Profile) you may not be able to use any uconnect™ phone
features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the
phone manufacturer for details.

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Phone Button

Depending on the vehicle options, either the
radio or the mirror will contain the two control
buttons

recognition button) that will enable you to

access the system.

Voice Recognition Button

Actual button location may vary with the ra­dio. The individual buttons are described in the
“Operation” section.

(phone button) and (voice

The uconnect™ phone is fully integrated with the vehi­cle’s audio system. The volume of the uconnect™ phone
can be adjusted either from the radio volume control
knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right
switch), if so equipped.

The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the uconnect™ phone such as ⬙CELL⬙ or caller ID on
certain radios.

Operation

Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect™
phone and to navigate through the uconnect™ phone

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menu structure. Voice commands are required after most
uconnect™ phone prompts. You will be prompted for a
specific command and then guided through the available
options.

•

Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for
the beep, which follows the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt or another
prompt.

•

For certain operations, compound commands can be
used. For example, instead of saying ⬙Setup⬙ and then
⬙Phone Pairing,⬙ the following compound command
can be said: ⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙

•

For each feature explanation in this section, only the
combined form of the voice command is given. You
can also break the commands into parts and say each
part of the command when you are asked for it. For
example, you can use the combined form voice com­mand ⬙Phonebook New Entry,⬙ or you can break the
combined form command into two voice commands:

⬙Phonebook⬙ and ⬙New Entry.⬙ Please remember, the
uconnect™ phone works best when you talk in a
normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone
sitting a few feet/meters away from you.

Voice Command Tree

Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.

Help Command

If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to
know your options at any prompt, say ⬙Help⬙ following
the beep. The uconnect™ phone will play all the options
at any prompt if you ask for help.

To activate the uconnect™ phone from idle, simply press
the

button and follow the audible prompts for

directions. All uconnect™ phone sessions begin with a
press of the

button on the radio control head.

Cancel Command

At any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙Cancel⬙ and
you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a
few instances the system will take you back to the
previous menu.

Pair (Link) uconnect™ phone to a Cellular Phone

To begin using your uconnect™ phone, you must pair
your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled cellular phone.

To complete the pairing process, you will need to reference
your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The uconnect™
website may also provide detailed instructions for pairing.

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•

When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙Pair a Phone⬙ and
follow the audible prompts.

•

You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi­fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to
enter into your cellular phone. You can enter any
four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN
after the initial pairing process.

•

For identification purposes, you will be prompted to
give the uconnect™ phone a name for your cellular
phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be
given a unique phone name.

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The following are general phone to uconnect™ phone
pairing instructions:

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙

•

You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a
priority level between one and seven, with one being
the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular
phones to your uconnect™ phone. However, at any
given time, only one cellular phone can be in use,
connected to your uconnect™ phone. The priority
allows the uconnect™ phone to know which cellular

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phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the
vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three
and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the
uconnect™ phone will use the priority three cellular
phone when you make a call. You can select to use a
lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to
⬙Advanced Phone Connectivity⬙ in this section).

Dial by Saying a Number

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Dial.⬙

•

The system will prompt you to say the number you
want to call.

•

For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901⬙.

•

The uconnect™ phone will confirm the phone number
and then dial. The number will appear in the display
of certain radios.

Call by Saying a Name

Press the 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. For example,
you can say ⬙John Doe,⬙ where John Doe is a previ­ously stored name entry in the uconnect™ phonebook
or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a
name in the phonebook, refer to ⬙Add Names to Your
uconnect™ Phonebook,⬙ in the phonebook.

•

The uconnect™ system will confirm the name and
then dial the corresponding phone number, which
may appear in the display of certain radios.

Add Names to Your uconnect™ Phonebook

NOTE: Adding names to the uconnect™ phonebook is

recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook New Entry.⬙

•

When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of
long names helps the voice recognition and it is
recommended. For example, say ⬙Robert Smith⬙ or
⬙Robert⬙ instead of ⬙Bob.⬙

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•

When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,
⬙Home,⬙⬙Work,⬙⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allow
you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook
entry, if desired.

•

When prompted, recite the phone number for the
phonebook entry that you are adding.

After you are finished adding an entry into the phone­book, you will be given the opportunity to add more
phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the
main menu.

The uconnect™ 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. Each
language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible
only in that language. In addition, if equipped and
supported by your phone, uconnect™ phone automati­cally downloads your cellular phone’s phonebook.

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Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook
Transfer From Cellular Phone

If equipped and specifically supported by your phone,
uconnect™ phone automatically downloads names (text
names) and number entries from the cellular phone’s
phonebook. Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book
Access Profile may support this feature. See uconnect™
website for supported phones.

•

To call a name from downloaded (or uconnect™)
Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call by Saying a
Name” section.

•

Automatic download and update, if supported, begins
as soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection is
made to the uconnect™ phone, for example, after you
start the vehicle.

•

A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down­loaded and updated every time a phone is connected
to the uconnect™ phone.

•

Depending on the maximum number of entries down­loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest
downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail­able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available
for use.

•

Only the phonebook of the currently connected cellu­lar phone is accessible.

•

Only the cellular phone’s phonebook is downloaded.
SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone­book.

•

This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or
deleted on the uconnect™ phone. These can only be
edited on the cellular phone. The changes are trans­ferred and updated to uconnect™ phone on the next
phone connection.

Phonebook Download — Single Entry

If equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect™
phone allows the user to download entries from their
phone via Bluetooth威. To use this feature, press the

button and say “Phonebook Download.” The system
prompts, “Ready to accept “V” card entry via
Bluetooth威…” The system is now ready to accept phone­book entries from your phone using the Bluetooth威
Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone
Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send
these entries from your phone.

NOTE:

•

The phone handset must support Bluetooth威 OBEX
transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature.

•

Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they
are already connected to any system via Bluetooth威,
and you may see a message on the phone display that
the Bluetooth威 link is busy. In this case, the user must

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first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth威 connection to
the uconnect™ phone, and then send the address book
entry via Bluetooth威. Please see your phone Owner’s
Manual for specific instructions on how to drop the
Bluetooth威 connection.

•

If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters, it
will only use the first 24 characters.

Edit uconnect™ 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 button to begin.

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After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Edit.⬙

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•

You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook
entry that you wish to edit.

•

Next, choose the number designation (home, work,
cellular, or pager) that you wish to edit.

•

When prompted, recite the new phone number for the
phonebook entry that you are editing.

After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook,
you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in
the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return
to the main menu.

⬙Phonebook Edit⬙ can be used to add another phone
number to a name entry that already exists in the
phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a
cellular and a home number, but you can add ”John
Doe’s” work number later using the ⬙Phonebook Edit⬙
feature.

Delete uconnect™ Phonebook Entry

NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended

when the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Delete.⬙

•

After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will
then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish
to delete. You 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. To select one of the entries
from the list, press the

button while the

uconnect™ phone is playing the desired entry and say
⬙Delete.⬙

•

After you enter the name, the uconnect™ phone will
ask you which designation you wish to delete: home,
work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you
wish to delete.

•

Note that only the phonebook entry in the current
language is deleted.

•

Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.

Delete/Erase “All” uconnect™ Phonebook Entries

Press the button to begin.

•

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook Erase All.⬙

•

The uconnect™ phone will ask you to verify that you
wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook.

•

After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be
deleted.

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•

Note that only the phonebook in the current language
is deleted.

•

Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.

List All Names in the uconnect™ Phonebook

Press the button to begin.

•

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Phonebook List Names.⬙

•

The uconnect™ phone will play the names of all the
phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone­book entries, if available.

•

To call one of the names in the list, press the
button during the playing of the desired name, and

say ⬙Call.⬙

NOTE: The user can also exercise ⬙Edit⬙ or ⬙Delete⬙
operations at this point.

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•

The uconnect™ phone will then prompt you as to the
number designation you wish to call.

•

The selected number will be dialed.

Phone Call Features

The following features can be accessed through the
uconnect™ phone if the feature(s) are available on your
cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service
plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be
accessed through the uconnect™ phone. Check with your
cellular service provider for the features that you have.

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No Call
Currently in Progress

When you receive a call on your cellular phone, the
uconnect™ phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system,
if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call.
Press the

button to accept the call. To reject the call,
press and hold the button until you hear a single
beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call
Currently in Progress

If a call is currently in progress 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

button to place the current

call on hold and answer the incoming call.

NOTE: The uconnect™ phone compatible phones in the
market today do not support rejecting an incoming call
when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can
only answer an incoming call or ignore it.

Making a Second Call While Current Call is in
Progress

To make a second call while you are currently on a call,
press the

button and say ⬙Dial⬙ or ⬙Call⬙ followed by

the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call.
The first call will be on hold while the second call is in

progress. To go back to the first call, refer to ⬙Toggling
Between Calls⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer
to ⬙Conference Call⬙ in this section.

Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold

To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear
a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To

bring the call back from hold, press and hold the
button until you hear a single beep.

Toggling Between Calls

If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold),
press the button until you hear a single beep, indicat-

ing that the active and hold status of the two calls have
switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a time.

Conference Call

When two calls are in progress (one active and one on
hold), press and hold the

double beep indicating that the two calls have been
joined into one conference call.

button until you hear a

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Three-Way Calling

To initiate three-way calling, press the button while
a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as

described under ⬙Making a Second Call While Current
Call is in Progress.⬙ After the second call has established,
press and hold the

beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into
one conference call.

Call Termination

To end a call in progress, momentarily press the
button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if

there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
If the active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call
on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell
phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press
and hold the

Redial

Press the button to begin.

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button until you hear a double

button until you hear a single beep.

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After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Redial.⬙

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The uconnect™ phone will call the last number that
was dialed from your cellular phone.

NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the
uconnect™ phone.

Call Continuation

Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the
uconnect™ phone after the vehicle ignition key has been
switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail­able on the vehicle can be any one of three types:

•

After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can
continue on the uconnect™ phone either until the call
ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates
cessation of the call on the uconnect™ phone and
transfer of the call to the cellular phone.

•

After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can
continue on the uconnect™ phone for a certain dura­tion, after which the call is automatically transferred
from the uconnect™ phone to the cellular phone.

•

An active call is automatically transferred to the cellu­lar phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF.

uconnect™ phone Features

Language Selection

To change the language that the uconnect™ phone is
using:

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
the name of the language you wish to switch to
English, Espanol, or Francais.

•

Continue to follow the system prompts to complete
the language selection.

After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and
voice commands will be in that language.

NOTE: After every uconnect™ phone language change
operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone­book is usable. The paired phone name is not language­specific and usable across all languages.

Emergency Assistance

If you are in an emergency 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™ phone is
operational, you may reach the emergency number as
follows:

•

Press the button to begin.

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After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Emergency⬙ and the uconnect™ phone will instruct

the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num­ber. This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and
Mexico.

NOTE:

•

The emergency number dialed is based on the country
where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and
Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may
not be applicable with the available cellular service
and area.

•

If supported, this number may be programmable on
some systems. To do this, press the

‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’.

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The uconnect™ phone does slightly lower your
chances of successfully making a phone call as to that
for the cellular phone directly.

button and say

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WARNING!

Your phone must be turned on and paired to the
uconnect™ phone to allow use of this vehicle feature
in emergency situations, when the cellular phone has
network coverage and stays paired to the uconnect™
phone.

Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour
⬙Towing Assistance⬙ coverage details on the DVD in
the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour
Towing Assistance references.

•

If supported, this number may be programmable on
some systems. To do this, press the button and

say “Setup”, followed by “Towing Assistance”.

Towing Assistance

If you need towing assistance:

•

Press the button to begin.

•

After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say
⬙Towing Assistance.⬙

NOTE:

•

The towing assistance number dialed is based on the
country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528­2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14­3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside

Paging

To learn how to page, refer to ⬙Working with Automated
Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of
certain companies, which time out a little too soon to
work properly with the uconnect™ phone.

Voice Mail Calling

To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙Working
with Automated Systems.⬙