RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive
• Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or using a tow dolly) isNOT
ALLOWED
. The only acceptable method for towing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission
and/or transfer case damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
UTILITY
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• Intake Air Temperature
• Oil Pressure
• Battery Voltage
Engine
• When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph), horsepower (hp), torque(ft/lb), oil pressure (psi) and gear selector values.
Handling
• When selected, this screen displays peak g-force, instantaneous g-force, steering and yawangles.
Options
• When selected, this screen allows you to choose a standard or custom display for yourSRT home page.
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Performance Features is intended for
off-highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public roadways. It is
recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the limits
of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as measured by the performance pages must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which can jeopardize the user’s safety
or the safety of others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES
• This vehicle may be equipped with wheels and tires to enhance traction in both wet anddry conditions.
• Summer tires are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice.
• Use summer tires only in sets of four.
NOTE:Summer tires will not contain the all season designation or mountain/snowflake
symbol on the sidewall of the tire.
WARNING!
Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose control, resulting in severe
injury or death.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four wheels
on the ground)Flatbed Towing (all four
wheels suspended OFF the
ground)Front Wheels Raised, Rear
Wheels on the Ground
Rear Wheels Raised, Front
Wheels on the Ground
RWDWithoutaKey NOT Permitted
Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
RWDWithaKey Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL. The distance to
be traveled must not exceed
15 mi (24 km), and the
towing speed must not
exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).Recommended Method May Be Used
NOT Permitted
AWD Without a Key NOT Permitted
Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWDWithaKey Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL and the
driveshaft must be removed.Recommended Method NOT Permitted
NOT Permitted
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace
if necessary. XX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid – All
Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid – All Wheel Drive (AWD). X X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing –
All Wheel Drive (AWD). X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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