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Bed Ramps....................................................265
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................268
Trailer Reversing Aids.................................269
Trailer Sway Control....................................277
Recommended Towing Weights............277
Essential Towing Checks...........................281
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......289
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................292
Economical Driving.....................................292
Driving Through Water...............................293
Floor Mats.......................................................293
Snowplowing................................................294
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................297
Hazard Flashers...........................................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.2L/6.8L...........................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.7L Diesel.........................298
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................299
Post-Crash Alert System..........................302
Transporting the Vehicle...........................302
Towing Points...............................................303
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............305
In California (U.S. Only)............................306
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................307
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)......................308
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.......................................................308
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................309
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................310
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................310
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................312
Changing a Fuse..........................................320
Maintenance
General Information....................................322
Opening and Closing the Hood..............322
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................323
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......324
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................326
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............327
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L...................327
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................328
Changing the Engine Oil and OilFilter..............................................................329
Changing the Coalescer FilterElement......................................................330
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................331
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........332
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......336
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................340
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................343
Brake Fluid Check........................................343
Power Steering Fluid Check....................344
Washer Fluid Check....................................344
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7LDiesel...........................................................345
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L................................346
Changing the 12V Battery.........................346
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................348
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................348
Adjusting the Headlamps........................349
Changing a Bulb..........................................350
Bulb Specification Chart...........................353
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/6.8L...............................................................356
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Table of Contents

Right-hand sideA
Left-hand sideB
Note:Throughout this guide, you will findwarnings identified by the warning symbol.Warnings remind you to be especiallycareful to reduce the risk of personal injury.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricanttype
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needleshould stay in the normal operating range(between L and H). If the needle fallsbelow the normal range, stop your vehicle,turn off the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level iscorrect, have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the engine is running orhot.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop your vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
Fuel Gauge
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge willindicate approximately how much fuel isleft in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent tothe fuel pump symbol indicates on whichside of your vehicle the fuel filler door islocated.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needleposition is normal:
•It may take a short time for the needleto reach F after leaving the gas station.This is normal and depends upon theslope of pavement at the gas station.
•The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than thegauge indicated. This is normal anddepends upon the slope of pavementat the gas station.
•If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a differentgas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when thedistance to empty value reaches 50 mi(80 km) to empty, with additionalwarnings at 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km)and 0 mi (0 km) to empty, provided themessage is cleared each time. Anadditional warning at 75 mi (120 km) toempty is provided when the MyKey is beingused.
Variations:
Note:The distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions dependingon fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
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Instrument Cluster

Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch thisfeature on. See Using CruiseControl (page 239).
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard warningflasher is turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
Electronic Locking Differential (If
Equipped)
Illuminates when using theelectronic locking differential.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when the enginecoolant temperature is high.Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the enginerunning or when you are driving,this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 327).
Note:Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level being correct.Have the system checked by your authorizeddealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt
It illuminates and a chimesounds to remind you to fastenyour seatbelt.
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when youstart your vehicle, continues toflash or remains on, it indicatesa malfunction. Have the system checkedby your authorized dealer.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch thehigh beam headlamps on. It willflash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when hill descent isswitched on.
Low Fuel Level
Illuminates when the fuel levelis low or the fuel tank is nearlyempty. Refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Illuminates when your tirepressure is low. If the lampremains on with the enginerunning or when driving, check your tirepressure as soon as possible.
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ActionMessage
Your vehicle exhaust system temperature exceeded theintended operating range. If this warning occurs, a tonesounds, followed by reduced engine power. The engine shutsdown when your vehicle speed is below 3 mph (5 km/h) . Stopthe vehicle as soon as safely possible. Have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
Exhaust System Over-heated Stop SafelyNOW
In extremely cold weather, typically below -14.8°F (-26°C)and if the engine block heater is not utilized, your engine willnot respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds.This restriction allows your engine to circulate the oil properlyin order to avoid engine damage.
Engine Warming PleaseWait {seconds:00} sec
Your diesel particulate filter is clean.Exhaust Filter DriveComplete
Your diesel particulate filter is clean (OCR Only).Exhaust Filter Cleaned
The manual regeneration process has stopped (OCR Only).Exhaust Filter CleaningStopped
The distance you can travel before depleting the remainingdiesel exhaust fluid.DEF Level Range: XX mi/km Refill Now
Your diesel exhaust fluid is nearing empty. Your vehicle’s topspeed will become limited in the displayed distance. You mustreplenish the diesel exhaust fluid to resume normal operationof your vehicle. See Selective Catalytic Reduction System(page 188).
DEF Level Empty SpeedLimited to XX MPH / km/h in XX mi/km
Your remaining diesel exhaust fluid has depleted. Your speedwill be limited upon restart. You must replenish the dieselexhaust fluid to resume normal operation of your vehicle. SeeSelective Catalytic Reduction System (page 188).
DEF Level Empty SpeedLimited to XX MPH/km/h Upon Restart
The diesel exhaust fluid is empty. You must replenish thediesel exhaust fluid to resume normal operation of yourvehicle. See Selective Catalytic Reduction System (page188).
DEF Level Empty SpeedLimited to XX MPH/km/h
The selective catalytic reduction system detects low exhaustfluid. The engine will eventually enter into an idle only mode.You must replenish the diesel exhaust fluid to resume normaloperation of your vehicle. See Selective Catalytic Reduc-tion System (page 188).
DEF Level Empty EngineIdled Soon
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Information Displays

Lane Keeping System
ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.Lane Keeping Sys.Malfunction ServiceRequired
The system has detected a condition that has caused thesystem to be temporarily unavailable.Front Camera Tempor-arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you toclean the windshield in order for it to operate properly.Front Camera Low Visib-ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.Front Camera Malfunc-tion Service Required
The system requests you to keep your hands on the steeringwheel.Keep Hands on SteeringWheel
Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off theengine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on with your engine running, contact an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Under HoodOverview (page 326).Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%. See Under Hood Overview (page326).Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake systemimmediately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 343).Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safeplace. Contact an authorized dealer.Check Brake System
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This maynot allow some features to operate properly. See an author-ized dealer.
Transport / FactoryMode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.See Manual
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Information Displays

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in entry ofharmful and potentially lethal fumesinto the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods of time, werecommend that you do one of thefollowing:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5centimeters).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
6.7L DIESEL
Read all starting instructions carefullybefore you start your vehicle.
For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), theuse of the correct grade engine oil isessential for proper operation. Refer toengine oil specifications for moreinformation. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427).
Your vehicle may have a cold weatherstarting strategy that prevents severeengine damage by assisting in enginelubrication warm-up. In extremely coldambient temperatures, this strategyactivates and prevents the acceleratorpedal from being used for 30 seconds afteryou start your vehicle. A message appearsin the information display as your vehiclewarms up. By not allowing the acceleratorpedal to be used, the engine oil is allowedto properly lubricate the bearings
preventing engine damage due to lack ofproper lubrication. After the 30 secondwarm-up period, the accelerator pedal willbe operational again and a messageappears informing you the vehicle is ok todrive.
When you start the engine in extremelycold temperatures -15°F (-26°C), werecommend that you allow the engine toidle for several minutes before you drivethe vehicle.
Before starting the engine check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park(P).
Note:Do not press the accelerator duringstarting.
Diesel Engine Fast Start Glow PlugSystem
The diesel engine glow system consists of:
•Eight glow plugs (one per cylinder)
•Glow Plug Control Module
•Engine Coolant Temperature sensor
•Barometric pressure sensor
•Environmental temperature sensor
The powertrain and glow plug controlmodules electronically control the glowplug system. After you switch the ignitionon, the glow plug control moduleimmediately energizes the glow plugs. Theglow plug control module uses the enginecoolant temperature, barometric pressuresensor and environmental temperature
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

Your vehicle has a fuel and water separatorthat recirculates fuel from the engine tohelp prevent fuel filter clogging. To avoidengine fuel starvation during cold weatheroperation of 32°F (0°C) or below, werecommend that the fuel level in your tankshould not drop below ¼ full. This helpsprevent air from entering the fuel systemand stalling the engine.
Your vehicle has a selective catalyticreduction system that uses Diesel ExhaustFluid (DEF) to operate properly. You needto replenish your vehicle’s DEF at certainintervals. When filling your vehicle’s DEFtank in cold weather, take special care toprevent damage to the tank. SeeSelective Catalytic Reduction System(page 188).
In cold weather below 32°F (0°C), theengine may slowly increase to a higher idlespeed if you leave it idling in park (P). Asthe engine warms-up, the engine soundlevel decreases due to the activation ofPCM-controlled sound reduction features.
If you operate your vehicle in a heavysnowstorm or blowing snow conditions,snow and ice can clog the engine airinduction. If this occurs, the engine mayexperience a significant reduction in poweroutput. At the earliest opportunity, clearall the snow and ice away from inside theair filter assembly. Remove the air cleanercover and the air filter and remove anysnow or ice. Remove any debris, snow orice, on the foam filter by brushing thesurface with a soft brush. Once you havecleared all of the debris, reinstall the airfilter and cover.
Do not use water, solvents, or a hard brushfor cleaning the foam filter.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of vehicle damageand personal burn injuries, do notstart your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while theengine is running.
In order to operate the engine intemperatures of 32°F (0°C) or lower, readthe following instructions:
•Make sure that the batteries are ofsufficient size and are fully charged.Check other electrical components tomake sure they are in optimumcondition.
•Use the proper coolant solution at theconcentration recommendedprotecting the engine against damagefrom freezing.
•Try to keep the fuel tank full as muchas possible at the end of operation toprevent condensation in the fuelsystem.
•Make sure you use proper cold weatherengine oil and that it is at its properlevel. Also, if necessary, make sure tofollow the engine oil and filter changeschedule found under the Specialoperating conditions section listed inthe scheduled maintenanceinformation.
•At temperatures of -9°F (-23°C) orbelow, it is recommended that you usean engine block heater to improve coldengine starting.
•If operating in arctic temperatures of-20°F (-29°C) or lower, consult yourtruck dealer for information aboutspecial cold weather equipment andprecautions.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine