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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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