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Automatic Climate Control Overview
Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Automatic Temperature Controls
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Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Automatic Temperature Controls

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Faceplate Temperature
Knobs
Touchscreen
Temperature Buttons Driver and Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons
Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the red button (or rotate knob if equipped)
on the faceplate or touchscreen, or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen
for warmer temperature settings. Push the blue button (or rotate knob if equipped) on the faceplate or touchscreen, or
press and slide the temperature bar towards the blue arrow button on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings.
NOTE:
The numbers within the temperature display will only appear if the system is equipped with an automatic climate control
system.
Up and down buttons are only available on vehicles equipped with a 12-inch display.
SYNC
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator illuminates when SYNC is
on. SYNC synchronizes the passenger temperature setting with the driver temperature setting. Changing the passenger’s
temperature setting while in SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:
The SYNC button is only available on the touchscreen.
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Faceplate Blower Knob
Touchscreen Blower Buttons Blower Control
Blower Control regulates the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available.
The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the buttons on the touchscreen.
Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The
blower speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob counterclockwise.
Touchscreen:
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to increase the blower
setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons.
NOTE:
On Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch display radios, pressing the blower control button below one turns the Climate Control
system OFF.
Faceplate Mode Button
Touchscreen Mode Buttons Mode Control
Mode Control regulates the airflow distribution. The airflow distribution outlets are: instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
defrost outlets, and demist outlets. Faceplate: Push the Mode Button to change the airflow distribution mode.
Touchscreen: Press one of the “MODE” buttons to change the airflow distribution mode.
The Mode settings are as follows:
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Climate Control Functions
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system. When the air condi -
tioning system is turned on, cool dehumidified
air will flow through the outlets into the cabin.
For improved fuel economy, press the A/C
button to turn off the air conditioning and manu -
ally adjust the blower and airflow mode settings.
Also, make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level, or
Floor modes.
NOTE:
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is
in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be
turned off, but the A/C system shall remain
active to prevent fogging of the windows.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost mode, and increase
blower speed if needed.
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the
A/C condenser (located in front of the radi -
ator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from the front
of the radiator and through the condenser.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling
performance.
Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C
and the prior settings. The button illuminates
when MAX A/C is on.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position
can be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C
operation to switch to the selected setting and
MAX A/C to exit.
Recirculation
In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may
lead to excessive window fogging. The Recircu -
lation feature may be unavailable (button on
the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist
that could create fogging on the inside of the
windshield.
On systems with Manual Climate Controls, if
equipped, the Recirculation mode is not
allowed in Defrost mode to improve window
clearing operation. Recirculation is disabled
automatically if this mode is selected. Attempting to use Recirculation while in this
mode causes the LED in the control button to
blink and then turns off.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or the AUTO button on the touchscreen on the
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Panel.

2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the
driver and passenger temperature control
buttons. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system will achieve and auto -
matically maintain that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
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NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system
automatically adjusts the temperature,
mode, and blower speed to provide comfort
as quickly as possible.
The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the U.S./Metric
customer-programmable feature. Refer to
the “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the
blower fan will remain on low until the engine
warms up. The blower will increase in speed
and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
ATC display will be turned off when the system
is being used in the manual mode.
Operating Tips
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and
defroster performance, make sure the engine
cooling system is functioning properly and the
proper amount, type, and concentration of
coolant is used. Use of the Air Recirculation
mode during Winter months is not recom -
mended, because it may cause window fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more,
run the air conditioning system at idle for about
five minutes, in fresh air with the blower setting
on high. This will ensure adequate system lubri -cation to minimize the possibility of compressor
damage when the system is started again.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
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There are stampings in the sheet metal on the
inner side bulkheads of the box in front of and
behind both wheel housings. Place wooden
boards across the box from side to side to
create separate load compartments in the
pickup box.
There are four tie-down cleats bolted to the
lower sides of the pickup box that can sustain
loads up to 1000 lbs (450 kg) total.
Cargo Camera — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with the Cargo
Camera that allows you to see an image of the
inside of the pickup box. The image will be
displayed in the Uconnect screen.
The Cargo Camera is located in the bottom
center area of the Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).
A touchscreen button to indicate the current
active camera image being displayed is made
available whenever the Cargo Camera image is
displayed.
A touchscreen button to switch the display to
rear view camera image is made available
whenever the Cargo Camera image is displayed.
A touchscreen button "X" to disable display of
the camera image is made available when the
vehicle is not in REVERSE gear.
A display timer is initiated when the Cargo
Camera image is displayed. The image will
continue to be displayed until the display timer
exceeds 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is
above 8 mph (13 km/h) or the touchscreen
button "X" to disable display of the Cargo
Camera image is pressed. Cargo Camera With Dynamic Centerline (Avail
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able With Surround View Camera Only) — If
Equipped
The Dynamic Centerline feature provides an
overlay on the Cargo Camera display screen
that aligns to the center of the pickup box to aid
in hooking up a fifth wheel camper or goose -
neck trailer. The centerline auto aligns to the
center of the pickup box, and can also be manu -
ally adjusted. The centerline will adjust in
response to steering angle inputs, and will not
obstruct the gooseneck receiver or an
approaching trailer gooseneck in the camera
feed.
Activation
The Dynamic Centerline feature can be acti -
vated through the Uconnect settings by
pressing the Cargo Camera soft button,
followed by the “Adjust Centerline” soft button
on the touchscreen.
If the Dynamic Centerline feature is turned on,
the overlay will display anytime the Cargo
Camera image is displayed.If you wish to carry more than 600 lbs
(272 kg) of material suspended above the
wheelhouse, supports must be installed to
transfer the weight of the load to the pickup
box floor or vehicle damage may result. The
use of proper supports will permit loading
up to the rated payload.
Unrestrained cargo may be thrown forward
in an accident causing serious or fatal
injury.
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Adjusting Centerline
Follow the steps below to manually adjust the
centerline:

1. Press the “Adjust Centerline” soft button
located in the bottom right corner of the
Cargo Camera display.

2. Use the arrows on the bottom left corner of the Cargo Camera display to adjust the
centerline horizontally or vertically.
3. Once the desired position is achieved, press the “Accept” button to set the centerline to
the newly specified position.
Deactivation
The Dynamic Centerline feature will automati -
cally be deactivated whenever the Cargo
Camera display is deactivated. It can also be
manually deactivated through the Uconnect
settings.
For further information, refer to “Surround View
Camera System” in “Starting And Operating.” NOTE:
If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph
(13 km/h), the Cargo Camera image will be
displayed continuously until the touchscreen
button "X" to disable display of the Cargo
Camera image is pressed.
The touchscreen button “X” to disable the
display of the camera image is made avail
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able ONLY when the vehicle is not in reverse.
If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance
builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens,
rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do
not cover the lens.
Turning Cargo Camera On Or Off — With
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV

1. Press the “Controls” button located on the
bottom of the Uconnect display.

2. Press the “Cargo Camera” button to turn the Cargo Camera system on. NOTE:
Once initiated by the "Cargo Camera" button,
the Cargo Camera image will be displayed until
the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph
(13 km/h) and the 10 second timer runs out.
The image may be deactivated by pressing the
"X" soft button, placing the ignition in the OFF
position, placing the gear selector in PARK, or
pressing the image defeat “X” button. On deac
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tivation, the previous selected screen will
appear.
RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED
The RamBox system is an integrated pickup box
storage and cargo management system
consisting of up to three features:
Integrated box side storage bins
Cargo divider (if equipped)
Bed rail tie-down system (if equipped)
There will also be a 115 Volt (400 Watt) power
inverter located in the RamBox. Refer to
“Internal Equipment” in this chapter for further
information.

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