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BEFORE PLOWING
Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper 
fluid level.
Check the mounting bolts and nuts for proper 
tightness.
Check the runners and cutting edge for exces -
sive wear. The cutting edge should be ¼ to
½ inches (6 cm to 1.2 cm) above ground in 
snow plowing position.
Check that snowplow lighting is connected and 
functioning properly.
SNOWPLOW PREP PACKAGE MODEL 
A
VAILABILITY
For Information about snowplow applications visit 
www.ramtrucks.com or refer to the current Body 
Builder’s Guide.
1. The maximum number of occupants in the 
truck should not exceed two.
2. The total GVWR, Front GAWR or the Rear  GAWR should never be exceeded.
3. Cargo capacity will be reduced by the addition  of options or passengers, etc.
The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow 
system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, 
passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed 
either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or  Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. These weights 
are specified on the Safety Compliance 
Certification Label on the driver's side door 
opening.
NOTE:Detach the snowplow when transporting 
passengers.
Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to 
specifications at the factory without consideration 
for the weight of the plow. Front end toe-in should 
be checked and reset if necessary at the beginning 
and end of the snowplow season. This will help 
prevent uneven tire wear.
The blade should be lowered whenever the vehicle 
is parked.
Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow 
equipment following the recommendations 
provided by the specific snowplow manufacturer.
OVER THE ROAD OPERATION WITH 
S
NOWPLOW ATTACHED
The blade restricts air flow to the radiator and 
causes the engine to operate at higher than 
normal temperatures. Therefore, when 
transporting the plow, angle the blade completely 
and position it as low as road or surface conditions 
permit. Do not exceed 40 mph (64 km/h). The 
operator should always maintain a safe stopping 
distance and allow adequate passing clearance.
OPERATING TIPS
Under ideal snow plowing conditions, 20 mph 
(32 km/h) should be maximum operating speed. 
The operator should be familiar with the area and 
surface to be cleaned. Reduce speed and use 
extreme caution when plowing unfamiliar areas or 
under poor visibility.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Snowplows should be maintained in accordance 
with the plow manufacturer's instructions.
Keep all snowplow electrical connections and 
battery terminals clean and free of corrosion.
When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and 
drivetrain damage, the following precautions 
should be observed:
Operate with transfer case in 4WD LOW when 
plowing small or congested areas where speeds 
are not likely to exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). 
At higher speeds operate in 4WD HIGH.
Vehicles with automatic transmissions should 
use 4WD LOW when plowing deep or heavy 
snow for extended periods of time to avoid 
transmission overheating.
Do not shift the transmission unless the engine 
has returned to idle and wheels have stopped. 
Make a practice of stepping on the brake pedal 
while shifting the transmission.
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Shifting Into N (Neutral) 
Use the following procedure to prepare your 
vehicle for recreational towing.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level 
ground, with the engine running. Apply the 
parking brake.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. The 
driver's door must be closed (or the driver's 
seat belt buckled) so that the transmission will 
remain in NEUTRAL when the brake pedal is 
released.
NOTE:If vehicle is equipped with air suspension, ensure 
the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height.
4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed transfer case N 
(Neutral) button (at the center of the transfer 
case switches). The N (Neutral) indicator light 
will illuminate, and remain lit, when the shift to 
N (Neutral) is complete. After the shift is 
completed and the N (Neutral) light stays on, 
release the N (Neutral) button.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
7. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and  ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 with the transmission in  DRIVE.
9. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. Apply the  parking brake. Turn off the engine. For vehicles 
with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™, push and hold the 
ENGINE START/STOP button until the engine 
shuts off. The transmission will automatically 
select PARK when the engine is turned off. 10. Turn the ignition off.
11. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a 
suitable tow bar.
12. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do  not start the engine.
13. Release the parking brake.
14. Turn the ignition OFF.
NOTE:
Steps 2 and 3 are requirements that must be 
met before pushing the N (Neutral) button, and 
must continue to be met until the shift has been 
completed. If any of these requirements are not 
met before pushing the N (Neutral) button or are 
no longer met during the shift, the N (Neutral) 
indicator light will flash continuously until all 
requirements are met or until the N (Neutral) 
button is released.
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode for a 
shift to take place and for the position indicator 
lights to be operable. If the ignition is not in the 
ON/RUN mode, the shift will not take place and 
no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
A flashing N (Neutral) position indicator light 
indicates that shift requirements have not been 
met.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you 
leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer 
case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully 
engaging the parking brake. The transfer case N 
(Neutral) position disengages both the front and 
rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will 
allow the vehicle to roll, even if the transmission 
is in PARK. The parking brake should always be 
applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain 
that the transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) 
before recreational towing to prevent damage to 
internal parts.
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If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension, 
the engine should be started and left running for 
a minimum of 60 seconds (with all the doors 
closed) at least once every 24 hours. This 
process allows the air suspension to adjust the 
vehicle’s ride height to compensate for 
temperature effects.
Shifting Out Of N (Neutral) 
Use the following procedure to prepare your 
vehicle for normal usage:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving 
it connected to the tow vehicle.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Start the engine. Apply the parking brake. Shift  the transmission into NEUTRAL.
4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push  and hold the recessed transfer case N 
(Neutral) button (at the center of the transfer 
case switches).
5. When the N (Neutral) indicator light turns off,  release the N (Neutral) button.
6. Turn the engine off. The transmission will  automatically select PARK when the engine is 
turned off.
7. Release the brake pedal. 8. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle.
9. Press and hold the brake pedal.
10. Start the engine.
11. Release the parking brake.
12. Shift the transmission into DRIVE, release the 
brake pedal, and check that the vehicle 
operates normally.NOTE:
Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be 
met before pushing the button to shift out of 
N (Neutral), and must continue to be met until 
the shift has been completed. If any of these 
requirements are not met before pushing the 
button or are no longer met during the shift, the 
N (Neutral) indicator light will flash continuously 
until all requirements are met or until the button 
is released.
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode for a 
shift to take place and for the position indicator 
lights to be operable. If the ignition is not in the 
ON/RUN mode, the shift will not take place and 
no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
A flashing N (Neutral) position indicator light 
indicates that shift requirements have not been 
met.
DRIVING TIPS
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other 
slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to 
pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon 
occurs when there is a difference in the surface 
traction under the rear (driving) wheels.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is 
dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden 
pulling of the rear wheels. You could lose control 
of the vehicle and possibly have a collision. 
Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there 
is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, 
loose sand, etc.).
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DRIVING THROUGH WATER 
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to 
ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Flowing/Rising Water
Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through 
shallow standing water, consider the following 
Cautions and Warnings before doing so.
WARNING!
Do not drive on or across a road or path where 
water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm 
run-off). Flowing water can wear away the road 
or path's surface and cause your vehicle to sink 
into deeper water. Furthermore, flowing and/or 
rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly. 
Failure to follow this warning may result in 
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your 
passengers, and others around you.
WARNING!
Driving through standing water limits your 
vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 
5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through 
standing water.
Driving through standing water limits your 
vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases 
stopping distances. Therefore, after driving 
through standing water, drive slowly and 
lightly press on the brake pedal several times 
to dry the brakes.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in 
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your 
passengers, and others around you.
CAUTION!
Always check the depth of the standing water 
before driving through it. Never drive through 
standing water that is deeper than the bottom 
of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Determine the condition of the road or the 
path that is under water and if there are any 
obstacles in the way before driving through 
the standing water.
Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving  through standing water. This will minimize 
wave effects.
Driving through standing water may cause 
damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo -
nents. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids 
(i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for 
signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky 
or foamy in appearance) after driving through 
standing water. Do not continue to operate 
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, 
as this may result in further damage. Such 
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle 
Limited Warranty.
Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can 
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause 
serious internal damage to the engine. Such 
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle 
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
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The radio is equipped with the following modes: 
AM
FM
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (if equipped)
Press the Radio button on the touchscreen to enter 
the Radio Mode. The different tuner modes, AM, 
FM, and SXM, can then be selected by pressing the 
corresponding button in Radio Mode.
Volume & On/Off Control
Push the VOLUME & On/Off control knob to turn on 
and off the Uconnect system.
The electronic volume control turns continuously 
(360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. 
Turning the VOUME & On/Off control knob 
clockwise increases the volume, and 
counterclockwise decreases it.
When the audio system is turned on, the sound will 
be set at the same volume level as last played.
Mute Button
Push the MUTE button to mute or unmute the 
system.
Tune/Scroll Control
Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob 
clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to 
decrease the radio station frequency. Push the 
ENTER/BROWSE button to choose a selection. Seek
The Seek Up and Down functions are activated by 
pressing the double arrow buttons on the 
touchscreen to the right and left of the radio 
station display or by pushing the left steering wheel 
audio control button up or down.
Seek Up 
 and Seek Down 
Press and release the Seek Up   or Seek
Down   button to tune the radio to the next 
available station or channel. During a Seek Up/
Down function, if the radio reaches the starting 
station after passing through the entire band two 
times, the radio will stop at the station where it 
began.
Fast Seek Up   and Fast Seek Down 
Press and hold, and then release the Seek
Up   or Seek Down   button to advance the 
radio through the available stations or channels at 
a faster rate. The radio stops at the next available 
station or channel when the button on the 
touchscreen is released.
NOTE:
Pressing and holding either the Seek Up   or 
Seek Down   button will scan the different 
frequency bands at a slower rate. Info — If Equipped
Press the Info button to display information related 
to the currently playing song and radio station.
Direct Tune
Press the Tune button located at the bottom of the 
radio screen to directly tune to a desired radio 
station or channel.
Press the available number button on the 
touchscreen to begin selecting a desired station. 
Once a number has been entered, any numbers 
that are no longer possible (stations that cannot be 
reached) will become deactivated/grayed out.
Undo
You can backspace an entry by pressing the
Back   button on the touchscreen.
GO
Once the last digit of a station has been entered, 
press “Ok”. The Direct Tune screen will close, and 
the system will automatically tune to that station.
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4. The Mobile App should appear on your  SmartWatch.
Once the app is downloaded on your SmartWatch, 
you can enjoy these features:
Lock or unlock your vehicle by tapping the 
remote lock button in the app and entering your 
security PIN.
Remote start or stop your vehicle.
View important vehicle stats, such as fuel level, 
vehicle location, tire pressure warning, and 
more.
For help, refer to the Uconnect YouTube channel 
for SmartWatch Integration.
Market — If Equipped
With Market, you can enjoy seamless and secure 
transactions from the comfort of your vehicle. 
Make restaurant reservations, place food orders, 
or pay for other goods and services right from the 
vehicle’s touchscreen.
To get started with Market on the touchscreen:
1. Press the Market button in the Mobile App  drawer.
2. Press “Get Started”.
3. Press “Text Me A Link” and enter your phone  number to receive a text message with 
instructions on how to set up Market.
NOTE:If the text message does not come through, press 
the Resend Text button. It might take a minute to 
receive the text message.
4. Once you receive the text message, press the link provided. You will be directed to a sign-in 
screen. Enter your email and password. You 
will then be able to use Market.
5. If you do not have an account, press “Register  Now” to create one.
6. Accept the Market Terms of Service.
7. Enter your credit card information, and press  “Next”.
8. Enter your phone number, and press “Next”.
9. The system will verify the phone number. Once  verified, Market will be available to use. Press 
the OK button.
From the online portal, 
https://
market.mopar.com/home, you can link loyalty 
accounts and start receiving benefits from them 
while still using Market and view your purchase 
history.
MANAGE MY SIRIUSXM GUARDIAN™ 
A
CCOUNT
To manage your SiriusXM Guardian™ account, 
press the ASSIST button in your vehicle, or call 
SiriusXM Guardian™ Customer Care.
NOTE:It is recommended, when selling your vehicle, or 
turning in your lease, to call SiriusXM Guardian™ 
Care to remove your personal data.
CONNECTED SERVICES FAQS 
For additional information about SiriusXM 
Guardian™, active subscribers can push the 
ASSIST button (if equipped) and then select 
SiriusXM Guardian™ Call on your in-vehicle 
touchscreen to contact SiriusXM Guardian™. Your 
call will be directed to a SiriusXM Guardian™ agent 
or held in a queue until an agent is available. If you 
do not have an active subscription, push the 
ASSIST button and press the Activate button on the 
touchscreen to activate services.5
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3. Will my vehicle be safe if I lose my wireless 
device?  People sometimes lose their wireless 
devices, which is why security measures have 
been engineered into the Mobile App. Asking 
for your username, password and SiriusXM 
Guardian™ Security PIN help to ensure that 
nobody can start your vehicle if they happen to 
find your device.
4. Can someone drive off with my vehicle using 
the App?  No. Driving your vehicle still requires 
the keys to be in the vehicle. The Remote Start 
feature simply starts the engine to warm up or 
cool down the interior before you arrive.
5. Can I stop a vehicle that is being driven with 
the cancel Remote Vehicle Start command?  
No. If the vehicle is in motion, the cancel 
Remote Vehicle Start button will not stop the 
vehicle.
6. Why can’t all mobile devices use the Mobile 
App?  The Mobile App has been designed to 
work on most devices with the Apple® and 
Android™ operating systems. The capabilities 
of these devices allow us to remotely 
command your vehicle. Other operating 
systems may be supported in the future.
CONNECTED SERVICES REMOTE HORN 
& L
IGHTS FAQS
1.
 How long does it take to sound my horn and 
flash the lights?
  Depending on various 
conditions, it can take three minutes or more 
for the request to get through to your vehicle.
2. Which is faster, my key fob or the Mobile App?  
Your key fob will sound the horn and flash the 
lights quicker; however, its range is limited.
3. How do I turn off the horn and lights after I turn 
them on?  If you are close enough to the 
vehicle, you can use the key fob to turn off the 
horn and lights by pressing the red Panic 
button. Otherwise, Remote Horn & Lights will 
continue for a maximum of three minutes.
4. Why can’t all mobile devices use the Mobile 
App?  The Mobile App has been designed to 
work on most devices with the Apple® and 
Android™ operating systems. The capabilities 
of these devices allow us to remotely 
command your vehicle. Other operating 
systems may be supported in the future.
CONNECTED SERVICES ACCOUNT 
FAQ
S — IF EQUIPPED
1.
 How do I register for my SiriusXM Guardian™ 
account?  There are three ways that you can 
register your SiriusXM Guardian™ Account: 
Push the ASSIST button. A call will be placed 
to an agent who can assist in registering 
your new account.
Press the Activate Services icon in the Apps 
menu. Select the button to speak with an 
agent, who can assist in registering your 
new account.
Press the Activate Services icon in the Apps 
menu. Enter your email on the touchscreen 
and then follow the prompts from the 
provided email. You will receive an email 
with an activation link that will be good for 
72 hours. Once you click the activation link, 
you will be prompted to fill out your informa -
tion and accept Terms and Conditions. 
Then, you will be directed to the SiriusXM 
Guardian™ home page to complete your 
profile and demo the remote services.
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Battery Voltage
Shows actual battery voltage.
Intake Air Temp
Shows actual intake air temperature.
If a gauge is selected, the Gauge Detail View Page 
will appear on the screen. This page shows gauge 
values for the previous two minutes on the 
selected gauge.
Pressing the Left or Right Arrow will cycle through 
the details for each of the gauges. Pressing the 
minimize button beside the graph will return to the 
Gauge menu.
G-FORCE
When G-Force is selected, the following features 
will be available:
Vehicle Speed
Measures the current speed of the vehicle in 
either mph or km/h, starting at zero with no 
maximum value.
Front G-Force
Measures the peak braking force on the front of 
the vehicle.
Right G-Force
Measures the peak force on the right side of the 
vehicle.
Left G-Force
Measures the peak force on the left side of the 
vehicle.
Rear G-Force
Measures the peak acceleration force on the 
rear of the vehicle.
NOTE:Front, Right, Left, and Rear G-Forces are all peak 
values. These readings can be reset by clearing 
peak G-Force on the instrument cluster.
The friction circle display shows instantaneous 
G-Force as a highlight and previous G-Force as 
dots within the circle. The system records previous 
G-Force for three minutes. If there are multiple 
samples at a given point, the color of the dot will 
darken from blue to red. Vectors more frequent will 
show in red; infrequent vectors will show in blue.
Pitch & Roll
The G-Force page displays the vehicle’s current 
pitch (angle up and down) and roll (angle side to 
side) in degrees. The pitch and roll gauges provide 
a visualization of the current vehicle angle.
DYNAMOMETER (DYNO)/ENGINE
Dynamometer (Dyno)
The system will start drawing graphs for Power and 
Torque (top chart) and Engine Speed (bottom 
chart). The graph will fill from the left side of the 
x-axis and fill to the right side of the x-axis (based 
on History time selected). Once the right side of the 
page is reached, the graph will scroll with the right 
side always being the most recent recorded 
sample.
The following options can be selected:
Pressing the STOP button will freeze the graph. 
Selecting “Play” will clear the graph and restart 
the process.
Press the + or – button to change the history of 
the graph. The selectable options are “30”, 
“60”, “90”, “120” seconds. The graph will 
expand or constrict depending on the setting 
selected.
Select the “Gear” display setting to turn the 
graph gear markers on or off.
NOTE:The Gear On/Off feature will only display if your 
vehicle is equipped with an Automatic Trans -
mission.
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