WARNING: The jack supplied with
this vehicle is only intended for changing
wheels. Do not use the vehicle jack other
than when you are changing a wheel in
an emergency. WARNING:
The jack should be
used on level firm ground wherever
possible. WARNING: Check that the vehicle
jack is not damaged or deformed and
the thread is lubricated and clean. WARNING:
Never place anything
between the vehicle jack and the ground. WARNING:
Never place anything
between the vehicle jack and your
vehicle. WARNING: It is recommended that
the wheels of the vehicle be chocked,
and that no person should remain in a
vehicle that is being jacked.
Note: Only use the spare tire carrier to stow
the tire and wheel combination provided
with your vehicle. Other tire and wheel
combinations will cause the tire carrier to
fail.
Note: Do not use impact tools or power
tools on the spare tire carrier, as this could
cause a winch malfunction and prevent a
secure fit. The spare tire carrier tightening
torque should be
29.50 lb.ft (40 Nm) +/-
4.43 lb.ft (6 Nm).
Note: When jacking the vehicle passengers
should not be in the vehicle.
Park on a level surface, activate the hazard
flashers and set the parking brake. Then,
place the transmission in park (P) and turn
the engine off. Vehicle Jack WARNING:
Ensure screwthread is
adequately lubricated before use. WARNING:
The jack should be
used on level firm ground wherever
possible. WARNING:
Switch the ignition off
and apply the park brake fully before
lifting vehicle. WARNING: It is recommended that
the wheels of the vehicle be chocked,
and that no person should remain in a
vehicle that is being jacked. WARNING: No person should place
any portion of their body under a vehicle
that is supported by a jack. WARNING:
Do not get under a
vehicle that is only supported by a
vehicle jack. WARNING:
The jack supplied with
this vehicle is only intended for changing
wheels. Do not use the vehicle jack other
than when you are changing a wheel in
an emergency.
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1. Pull the release strap out.
2. Fully lift the seat cushion up into the
locked position.
3. Loosen the D-ring straps to form a loop.
4. Remove the tools.
Spare Wheel
Note: If the spare wheel is not the same
type and size as your vehicle road wheel,
drive the shortest distance possible.
Note: Do not fit more than one spare wheel
on your vehicle at any one time.
Note: The spare wheel has a label showing
the maximum driving speed. Drive with
caution and at no more than the permitted
maximum speed.
Note: The usage of a dissimilar spare wheel
or tire at any one wheel location can lead
to impairment of the handling, stability and
braking performance, comfort and noise.
Note: The spare wheel is underneath the
rear of the vehicle.
Note: Only two extensions are used to
lower the rear wheel. 1. Assemble the handle.
2. Insert the jack handle into the guide
hole. Turn counterclockwise until the
wheel rests on the ground, and there is
slack in the cable.
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5. Remove the wheel nuts and the road
wheel.
Installing a Road Wheel WARNING: Use only approved
wheel and tire sizes. Using other sizes
could damage your vehicle. WARNING:
Do not fit run flat tires
on vehicles that were not originally fitted
with them. See an authorized dealer for
more details about compatibility. WARNING:
Make sure there is no
grease or oil on the threads or the
surface between the wheel lugs and
nuts. This can cause the lug nuts to
loosen while driving. WARNING:
Have the lug nuts
checked for tightness and the tire
pressure checked as soon as possible. WARNING:
Do not install alloy
wheels using lug nuts designed for use
with steel wheels. Note:
The wheel nuts of alloy wheels and
spoked steel wheels will also be used for
the steel spare wheel for a maximum of two
weeks.
Note: Make sure the wheel and hub contact
surfaces are free from foreign matter.
Note: Make sure that the cones on the
wheel nuts are against the wheel.
1. Install the wheel.
2. Install the wheel nuts finger tight.
3. Install the locking wheel nut key. 4. Partially tighten the wheel nuts in the
sequence shown.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
6. Fully tighten the wheel nuts in the sequence shown.
See Technical
Specifications (page 322).
7. Make sure that the projection of the cap is positioned on the same position
as the projection of the hub.
Note: If the spare wheel is different in size
or construction to the road wheels, replace
it as soon as possible.
Stowing the Flat Tire
Note: Do not use impact tools or power
tools on the spare tire carrier, as this could
cause a winch malfunction and prevent a
secure fit.
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1. Place the wheel flat on the ground,
with the outer face of the wheel facing
up.
2. Tilt the bracket, and pass it through the
center of the wheel.
3. Fully insert the jack handle into the guide hole and turn the jack handle
clockwise until the tire raises to its
stowed position underneath your
vehicle and is securely seated. The
spare tire carrier tightening torque
should be 29.50 lb.ft (40 Nm) +/-
4.43 lb.ft (6 Nm).
4. Stow the wheel brace, jack, and jack handle away.
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool
Kit - SuperCab 1. Before bringing the jack back into the
vehicle, rotate the lead screw of the
jack counterclockwise to collapse the
jack height. Do not fully tighten.
2. Install the tool kit in the bin.
3. Place the jack on the foam block and pull the top of the jack up, to align the
jack load rest hole with the hole of the
floor bracket.
4. Insert the wing bolt and tighten the wing bolt by hand.
5. Install the cover.
Stowing the Vehicle Jack -
SuperCrew
1. Before bringing the jack back into the vehicle, rotate the lead screw of the
jack counterclockwise to collapse the
jack height. Ensure that jack is not fully
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330
Front Axle.............................................................. 333
Fuel Tank................................................................ 331
Grease..................................................................... 331
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 332
Locks....................................................................... 332
Rear Axle............................................................... 333
Transfer Case....................................................... 332
Washer Reservoir............................................... 334
Cargo Lamps....................................................82
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 284
Catalytic Converter
.......................................157
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 158
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 159
Center Console..............................................139
Changing a Bulb...........................................278 Approach Lamp and Side Direction
Indicator........................................................... 280
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp............282
Front Fog Lamps............................................... 280
Front Side Marker Bulb.................................... 279
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 282
Rear Lamps......................................................... 280
Replacing LED Fog Lamp Bulbs.................. 280
Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs ................... 278
Changing a Fuse..........................................260 Fuses...................................................................... 260
Changing a Road Wheel
.............................312
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information....................................................... 312
Installing a Road Wheel.................................. 320
Jacking and Lifting Points................................ 318
Removing a Road Wheel................................. 319
Spare Wheel......................................................... 317
Stowing the Flat Tire........................................ 320
Stowing the Tool Kit - SuperCrew...............322
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool Kit - SuperCab.......................................................... 321
Stowing the Vehicle Jack - SuperCrew........................................................ 321
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 313
Vehicle Jack........................................................... 314
Changing the 12V Battery..........................274 Remove and Reinstall the Battery...............275
Changing the Engine Air Filter................266 Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Name or Password
....................................341
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................276 Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades................................................................ 276
Charging the 12V Battery...........................273 Battery Management System....................... 273
Checking MyKey System Status..............60 MyKey Distance.................................................... 60
Number of Admin Keys....................................... 61
Number of MyKeys............................................... 61
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................276
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................38
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................30
Child Safety.......................................................19
General Information............................................. 19
Child Safety Locks...........................................31 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 32
Right-Hand Side................................................... 32
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................287
Cleaning Products
.......................................283
Materials............................................................... 283
Cleaning the Engine....................................285
Cleaning the Exterior..................................284 Cleaning the Exterior Lamps......................... 284
Cleaning the Exterior Precautions...............284
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 284
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 284
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 284
Underbody........................................................... 285
Under Hood......................................................... 285
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................287
Cleaning the Interior...................................286 Mirrors.................................................................... 286
Cleaning the Wheels..................................288
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................286
Clearing All MyKeys......................................60
Climate............................................................382 Accessing Rear Climate Controls................384
Accessing the Climate Control Menu.........382
Directing the Airflow......................................... 382
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator..........384
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................383
Setting the Temperature................................ 383
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...............383
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SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link....................
391
Zoom...................................................................... 388
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........419 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™......................... 419
Normal Maintenance Intervals...................... 421
O
Off-Road Driving...........................................231 After Off-Road Driving..................................... 232
Basic Off-road Driving Techniques..............231
Crossing Obstacles............................................ 231
Hill Climbing.......................................................... 231
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................267
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 265
Opening and Closing the Hood..............263 Closing the Hood............................................... 263
Opening the Hood............................................. 263
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................245
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual.........245
Overhead Console
........................................139
P
Parking Aids
....................................................184
Principle of Operation.......................................184
Parking Brake
..................................................174
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................70 Programming a Spare Intelligent Access
Key........................................................................\
70
SecuriLock®........................................................... 70
Passive Key Backup Position
......................57
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 70
Perchlorate........................................................13
Personal Safety System ™
.........................40
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 40
Phone...............................................................385 Android Auto....................................................... 386
Apple CarPlay..................................................... 386
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time................................................................... 385
Text Messaging.................................................. 386
Using Your Cell Phone..................................... 385Power Door Locks
See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 63
Power Seats
....................................................127
Adjusting the Driver Seat Height .................. 127
Adjusting the Lumbar....................................... 128
Adjusting the Recliner....................................... 128
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 127
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................273
Power Windows
..............................................83
Bounce-Back......................................................... 85
Driver Door Switches (Double Cab).............84
Driver Door Switches (Single Cab)................83
Front and Rear Passenger Door Switches............................................................. 84
Opening and Closing Other Windows Automatically................................................... 84
Opening and Closing the Driver Side Window Automatically................................. 84
Resetting the Memory of the Electric Windows - Vehicle with One Touch
Up/Down on Driver Side only..................... 85
Safety Mode........................................................... 85
Safety Switch for the Rear Windows...........84
Pre-Collision Assist
.......................................211
Using the Pre-Collision Assist
System............................................................... 212
Protecting the Environment........................16
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 312
R
Radio................................................................348 Antenna................................................................ 348
Rear Axle
...........................................................171
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings.......................................................132
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators......................................................132
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
.....................................................131
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions...................................................131
Rear Occupant Alert System.....................131
Rear Parking Aid............................................185 Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 185
Rear Seat Armrest.......................................140
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Multi Contour Seats..........................................
394
Navigation............................................................ 394
Personal Profiles................................................ 394
Phone..................................................................... 393
Seats...................................................................... 394
Sound..................................................................... 393
Valet Mode........................................................... 394
Vehicle................................................................... 393
Voice Control....................................................... 394
Setting the Trail Control Speed...............182
Side Airbags.....................................................45
Sitting in the Correct Position..................124
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 307
Spare Wheel See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 312
Special Notices
................................................14
New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 14
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 15
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector ............................................................ 14
Special Instructions.............................................. 14
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............15
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow...........15
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance...............................................422
Exceptions............................................................ 424
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 190
Stability Control
.............................................177
Principle of Operation........................................ 177
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch............................................ 141
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................142 Automatic Engine Shutdown........................ 144
Failure to Start..................................................... 144
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................145
Important Ventilating Information...............145
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving............................................................... 145
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 144
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 143
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 143
Starting and Stopping the Engine...........141 General Information........................................... 141Steering............................................................210
Electric Power Steering.................................... 210
Steering Wheel
................................................72
Storage Compartments.............................139
Sun Visors.........................................................88 Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 88
Supplementary Restraints System..........41 Principle of Operation......................................... 41
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off.....................................................131
Semiannual Reminder....................................... 131
Switching Trail Control On and Off........182
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3.........................................................372
General Information.......................................... 372
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................395 Additional Information and
Assistance....................................................... 407
Apps....................................................................... 402
Navigation............................................................. 401
Personal Profiles............................................... 405
Phone..................................................................... 399
Resetting the System....................................... 407
USB and Bluetooth Audio.............................. 396
Voice Recognition.............................................. 395
Wi-Fi Connectivity............................................ 404
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................359
911 Assist............................................................... 359
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 361
SYNC™............................................................355 General Information......................................... 355
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................363
T
Tailgate Lock....................................................68 Power Tailgate Lock............................................ 68
Tailgate..............................................................68
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............324
Terrain Control..............................................180 Principle of Operation...................................... 180
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................242
Tire Care..........................................................292
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 294
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