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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ......................................... 82
Manual Transmission — If Equipped ...............82
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped...........82
Normal Starting ................................................83
AutoPark ...........................................................84
Extended Park Starting ....................................85
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................85
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ...............................86
After Starting.....................................................86
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 86
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ........................................................... 86
PARKING BRAKE ................................................... 86
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ......... 88 6-Speed Manual Transmission........................88
Shifting ..............................................................88
Recommended Shift Speeds...........................89
1–4 Skip Shift ..................................................89
Downshifting .....................................................90 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................................... 90
Ignition Park Interlock ......................................91
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System .............................................................91
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ...................91
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE
CONTROL................................................................. 96
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................................................97
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ...............................97
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED .....97
Cruise Control ..................................................97
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .........................99
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 107
ParkSense Sensors ....................................... 107
ParkSense Display ........................................ 107ParkSense Warning Display ......................... 109
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .............. 109Service The ParkSense Rear Park
Assist System ................................................ 110Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 110
ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 110
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA............... 111 REFUELING THE VEHICLE .................................. 112
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .................... 113
VEHICLE LOADING .............................................. 113
Vehicle Certification Label ........................... 113
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......... 113
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ............... 114
Overloading ................................................... 114
Loading .......................................................... 114
TRAILER TOWING ............................................... 114
Common Towing Definitions......................... 114
Trailer Hitch Classification............................ 116
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)............... 116
Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................... 117
Towing Requirements ................................... 117
Towing Tips ................................................... 119
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 120
DRIVING TIPS ....................................................... 120
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ........................ 120Driving Through Water ................................. 121

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MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................... 122
CYBERSECURITY ................................................. 122
UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................ 123Customer Programmable Features .............. 123
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION................................ 141
System Overview ........................................... 141Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 143Safety And General Information ................... 143
UCONNECT MODES ............................................. 144
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ..................... 144
Radio Mode .................................................. 145
Media Mode .................................................. 154
Phone Mode ................................................. 156
ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 167
Android Auto™ .............................................. 167Apple CarPlay®.............................................. 169Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay®
Tips And Tricks............................................... 171
PERFORMANCE PAGES ...................................... 171
Home .............................................................. 172
Timers ............................................................ 174
Gauges ........................................................... 176G-Force ........................................................... 177Engine ............................................................ 178
Dynamometer (Dyno) .................................... 178 DODGE DRIVE MODES — IF EQUIPPED ............ 179
Performance Control — If Equipped ............. 179
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE
PHONES ............................................................... 184
Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 184
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .............................................. 185 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 185
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...... 186
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.......................... 191
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped..................................................... 191Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Operation — If Equipped ............................... 194
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 196
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 200
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 200
Important Safety Precautions ...................... 200Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 201Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 207Child Restraints ............................................ 216 SAFETY TIPS ........................................................ 230
Transporting Passengers.............................. 230
Transporting Pets ....................................... 230
Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle ........................................ 230
Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ............................ 231
Exhaust Gas................................................... 232
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ........................ 232
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 233
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED...... 233
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......................... 237Preparations For Jacking ............................ 237
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ............. 237
Jacking And Changing A Tire ....................... 238
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 241
Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 241Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation ....................................................... 242Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .............. 242
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .............. 244

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JUMP STARTING .................................................. 246 Preparations For Jump Start......................... 247Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 247
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 248
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .................................................. 249
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 250
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 252 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models.................. 253
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 253
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 253
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 254
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 254
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 259
3.6L Engine ................................................... 2595.7L Engine ................................................... 260Checking Oil Level ......................................... 261
Adding Washer Fluid ................................... 261Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 262
Pressure Washing ......................................... 262 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE..................................... 263
Engine Oil ...................................................... 263
Engine Oil Filter ........................................... 265Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................ 265
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................... 266
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 267Body Lubrication ......................................... 268
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................ 268
Exhaust System ............................................. 270Cooling System ............................................ 271
Brake System ............................................... 274
Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual
Transmission (If Equipped)........................... 275Manual Transmission — If Equipped............ 275
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ....... 275
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......... 276
Rear Axle ........................................................ 276Fuses.............................................................. 277
Bulb Replacement ........................................ 286
TIRES..................................................................... 290
Tire Safety Information ................................ 290Tires — General Information ........................ 297
Tire Types....................................................... 301
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................ 301
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 303
Snow Traction Devices ................................. 304
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 306 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................... 306
Treadwear...................................................... 307
Traction Grades ............................................. 307Temperature Grades..................................... 307
VEHICLE STORAGE ............................................ 307
BODYWORK .......................................................... 308
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ........ 308Body And Underbody Maintenance ............. 308
Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 308
INTERIORS ........................................................... 309
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 309
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 309
Leather Surfaces........................................... 310
Glass Surfaces ............................................. 310
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 311
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 311
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 311Torque Specifications ................................... 311

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22GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
DELUXE VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
The Deluxe Vehicle Security system monitors the
doors, hood latch, and trunk for unauthorized entry
and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
The system also includes a dual function intrusion
sensor and vehicle tilt sensor. The intrusion sensor
monitors the vehicle interior for motion. The
vehicle tilt sensor monitors the vehicle for any
tilting actions (tow away, tire removal, ferry
transport, etc.).
If a perimeter violation triggers the security system,
the horn will sound for 29 seconds and the exterior
lights will flash followed by approximately five
seconds of no activity. This will continue for eight
cycles if no action is taken to disarm the system.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the security system:

1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lock
the vehicle:
Push lock on the interior power door lock
switch with the driver and/or passenger
door open.
Push the lock button on the exterior Passive
Entry door handle with a key fob available in
the same exterior zone Ú page 24.
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors, windows, or the sunroof (if equipped) are open, close them.
NOTE:
When armed, the interior motion sensor detects
movement within the vehicle's interior,
including moving objects (i.e. people and pets)
and air currents through open windows or the
sunroof. The windows and sunroof should be
closed, and moving objects should not be left in
the vehicle when the intrusion detection is
armed, otherwise false alarms can occur.
Once the security system is armed, it remains in
that state until you disarm it by following either
of the disarming procedures described. If a
power loss occurs after arming the system, you
must disarm the system after restoring power to
prevent alarm activation.
The ultrasonic intrusion sensor (motion
detector) actively monitors your vehicle every
time you arm the Vehicle Security system. If you
prefer, you can turn off the ultrasonic intrusion
sensor when arming the Vehicle Security
system. To do so, push the lock button on the
key fob three times within 15 seconds of arming
the system (while the Vehicle Security Light is
flashing rapidly). The vehicle will remain locked
but disable the alarm in the case of repeated
false alarms due to ambient conditions.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed using
any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grab the Passive Entry door handle to unlock
the door Ú page 24.
Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF
position by pushing the START/STOP ignition
button (requires at least one valid key fob in the
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NOTE:
After pushing the door handle button, you must
wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock
the doors, using either Passive Entry door
handle. This is done to allow you to check if the
vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle,
without the vehicle unlocking.
The Passive Entry system will not operate if the
key fob battery is depleted.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the
key fob lock button or the lock button located on
the vehicle’s interior door panel Ú page 322.
AUTOMATIC UNLOCK DOORS ON EXIT
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles
with power door locks if:
The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is
enabled within Uconnect Settings Ú page 123.
The driver door is opened.
The doors were not previously unlocked.
NOTE:
The doors will also unlock automatically when
the gear selector was not previously in the PARK
position, then is placed into the PARK position.
Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature
in accordance with local laws.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS —
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F EQUIPPED
The auto door lock feature default condition is
enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock
automatically when the vehicle's speed exceeds
15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can
be enabled or disabled by an authorized dealer per
written request of the customer. Please see an
authorized dealer for service.
STEERING WHEEL
MANUAL TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
C
OLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen
or shorten the steering column. The tilt/
telescoping lever is located below the steering
wheel at the end of the steering column.
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Control Handle

To unlock the steering column, pull the lever
downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering
column, move the steering wheel upward or
downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the
steering column, pull the steering wheel outward
or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, push the lever upward until
fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or
driving with the steering column unlocked, could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Failure to follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
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Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats
The front driver and passenger seats are equipped
with Reactive Head Restraints (RHR). In the event
of a rear impact, the RHR will automatically extend
forward minimizing the gap between the back of
the occupants head and the RHR.
The RHR will automatically return to their normal
position following a rear impact. If the RHR do not
return to their normal position, see an authorized
dealer immediately.
Head Restraint
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push
the adjustment button located at the base of the
head restraint and push downward on the head
restraint.
To remove the head restraint, remove the seat belt
from the seat belt loop. Raise the head restraint as
far as it can go. Then, push the adjustment button
and the release button at the base of each post
while pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the
head restraint, put the head restraint posts into
the holes while pushing the adjustment button and
release button. Then, adjust it to the appropriate
height.
NOTE:It may be necessary to recline the front seat before
removing the head restraint to provide enough
clearance from the roof.Rear Head Restraints
The rear outboard head restraints are
non-adjustable and are designed to reduce the risk
of injury by restricting head movement in the event
of a rear impact.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
3 — Seat Belt Loop
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head restraints
in a location outside the occupant compart -
ment.
ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions above
prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a
seat.
Do not place items over the top of the Reac -
tive Head Restraint, such as coats, seat
covers or portable DVD players. These items
may interfere with the operation of the Reac -
tive Head Restraint in the event of a collision
and could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!

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MIRRORS
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
Automatic Dimming Mirror
The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down, left,
and right. The mirror should be adjusted to center
on the view through the rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
glare from vehicles behind you.
NOTE:The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled
when the vehicle is in REVERSE to improve the
driver’s rear view.
The Automatic Dimming feature can be turned on
or off through the touchscreen.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS
To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down
one of the visors and lift the cover.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender
Feature
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for
additional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to
block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2. Unclip the visor from the corner clip.
3. Pivot the sun visor toward the side window.
4. Extend the sun visor for additional sun blockage.

Slide-On-Rod Extender

To use the extender feature of the sun visor, grab
the extender which is located at the rear of the
visor and pull rearward.
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.
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Headlight Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

NOTE:Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a head -
light switch without the OFF position. In order to
turn the exterior lights off, the headlight switch
must be rotated to AUTO position.
To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight
switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on,
the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and
instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn
off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back
to the O (off) position.
NOTE:For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight
switch clockwise from the parking lights and
instrument panel lights position to the first detent
to turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
Rotate to the second detent to turn on headlights,
parking lights, and instrument panel lights oper -
ation.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of
the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
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F EQUIPPED
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on when the
engine is started and will remain on unless the
headlamps are turned to the on position, the
parking brake is applied, or the ignition is placed in
the OFF position.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime
Running Lights will automatically deactivate
when the front fog lights are turned on.
If allowed by law in the country in which the
vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running
Lights can be turned on and off using the Ucon -
nect system Ú page 123.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights
may deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when
the hazard warning lights are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument
panel to switch the headlights to high beams.
Pulling the multifunction lever back will turn the
low beams on.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP
C
ONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
system provides increased forward lighting at night
by automating high beam control through the use
of a camera mounted on the windshield. This
camera detects vehicle specific light and
automatically switches from high beams to low
beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Push Fog Light Control
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
4 — Ambient Light Dimmer Control
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