
98STARTING AND OPERATING  
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED 
LANESENSE OPERATION
The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above 
37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). The 
LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to 
detect lane markings and measure vehicle position within 
the lane boundaries.
When both lane markings are detected and the driver 
unintentionally drifts out of the lane (no turn signal 
applied), the LaneSense system provides a haptic warning 
in the form of torque applied to the steering wheel to 
prompt the driver to remain within the lane boundaries. If 
the driver unintentionally drifts out of the lane, the 
LaneSense system provides a visual warning through the 
instrument cluster display to prompt the driver to remain 
within the lane boundaries. The driver may manually override the haptic warning by 
applying torque to the steering wheel at any time.
When only a single lane marking is detected and the driver 
drifts across the lane marking (no turn signal applied), the 
LaneSense system provides visual warnings through the 
instrument cluster display to prompt the driver to remain 
within the lane. When only a single lane marking is 
detected, a haptic or a torque warning will not be provided.
NOTE:When operating conditions have been met, the Lane
-
Sense system will monitor if the driver’s hands are on the 
steering wheel and provide an audible warning to the 
driver if removed. The system will cancel if the driver does 
not return their hands to the wheel.
TURNING LANESENSE ON OR OFF
 The LaneSense button is located on the 
center stack below the Uconnect display.
To turn the LaneSense system on, push the 
LaneSense button (LED turns off). A 
“LaneSense On” message is shown in the instrument 
cluster display.
To turn the LaneSense system off, push the LaneSense 
button once (LED turns on).
NOTE:The LaneSense system will retain the last system state, on 
or off, from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is 
placed in the ON/RUN position.
LANESENSE WARNING MESSAGE
The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift 
condition through the instrument cluster display.
When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines are gray 
when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected 
and the LaneSense telltale is solid white.
System On (Gray Lines/White Telltale)
Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected  
 When the LaneSense system is on, the LaneSense tell -
tale is solid white when only the left lane marking has 
been detected and the system is ready to provide 
visual warnings in the instrument cluster display if a 
lane departure occurs.
CAUTION!
 ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to 
recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. 
Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not 
detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the 
sensors will not be detected when they are in close 
proximity.
 The vehicle must be driven slowly when using Park -
Sense in order to be able to stop in time when an 
obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the 
driver looks over his/her shoulder when using Park -
Sense.
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NOTE: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.
REFUELING THE VEHICLE
1. Put the vehicle in PARK and switch the ignition off.
2. Push near the rear edge and center of the of the fuel 
filler door to release. The door will pop open to allow 
hand access to open the door the rest of the way.
Fuel Filler Door
3. Open the fuel filler door.
Fuel Filler
 NOTE:
In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door 
from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door 
to break the ice buildup.
4. There is no fuel filler cap. Two flapper doors inside the 
pipe seal the system.
5. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the  nozzle opens and holds the flapper doors while 
refueling.
6. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle  “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full.
7. Wait five seconds before removing the fuel nozzle to  allow excess fuel to drain from nozzle.
8. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.
9. To close the fuel filler door, push the center-rear edge  (three o’clock position) of the fuel filler door then 
release.
NOTE:A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire 
area) to open the flapper doors to allow for emergency 
refueling with a gas can.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when 
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always 
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to 
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, 
obstructions, or blind spots before backing up. You are 
responsible for the safety of your surroundings and 
must continue to pay attention while backing up. 
Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be 
used as a parking aid. The ParkView Rear Back Up 
Camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in 
your drive path.
 To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven 
slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time 
when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended that 
the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder when 
using ParkView.
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Towing Requirements — Tires
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact 
spare tire.
 Do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing 
while using a full size spare tire.
 Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe 
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
 Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures 
before trailer usage.
 Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage 
before towing a trailer. For the proper inspection proce -
dure.
 Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will 
not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits.
 For further information  
Úpage 248.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
Do  not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or 
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. 
This could cause inadequate braking and possible 
personal injury.
 An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is 
required when towing a trailer with electronically actu -
ated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a 
hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic 
brake controller is not required.
 Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lb (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 
2,000 lb (907 kg).
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And 
Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, 
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for 
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin 
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and 
connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring 
harness.
CAUTION!
Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle 
or other parts could be damaged.
 Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a 
trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) 
and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the 
engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the 
heavier loads.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's 
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake 
system and cause it to fail. You might not have 
brakes when you need them and could have an acci -
dent.
 Towing any trailer will increase your stopping 
distance. When towing, you should allow for addi -
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in 
front of you. Failure to do so could result in an acci -
dent.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg) 
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should 
be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to 
accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal 
effort, and longer stopping distances.
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The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle 
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. 
Refer to the following illustrations.
NOTE:
Disconnect the trailer wiring connector from the vehicle 
(or any other device plugged into the vehicle's electrical 
connectors) before launching a boat into water.
 Be sure to reconnect after clear from water area.
Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector
TOWING TIPS 
Before towing, practice turning, stopping, and backing up 
the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
Select the DRIVE range when towing. The transmission 
controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting 
when towing. However, if frequent shifting does occur 
while in DRIVE, you can use the AutoStick shift control to 
manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy 
loading conditions will improve performance and extend 
transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat 
buildup. This action will also provide better engine 
braking.
Cruise Control — If Equipped
Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
 When using the Cruise Control, if you experience speed 
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until 
you can get back to cruising speed.
 Use Cruise Control in flat terrain and with light loads to 
maximize fuel efficiency.
1 — Ground
2 — Park
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Right Stop/Turn
1 — Backup Lamps
2 — Running Lamps
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Ground
5 — Battery
6 — Right Stop/Turn
7 — Electric Brakes
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AutoStick
When using the AutoStick shift control, select the 
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and 
avoid frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if 
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or 
“3” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
 To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous 
driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces -
sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a 
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road 
conditions allow.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND 
MOTORHOME)   
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or 
using a tow dolly) is  NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable 
method for towing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is 
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels  OFF the ground.
DRIVING TIPS
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
Information in this section will aid in safe controlled 
launches in adverse conditions.
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 front (driving) 
wheels.
Traction 
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a 
wedge of water to build up between the tire and road 
surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause 
partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping 
ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions 
should be observed:
Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are 
slushy.
 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become 
visible.
 Keep tires properly inflated.
 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and 
the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a 
sudden stop.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip 
Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, the 
amount of wheel slip across a given axle for improved 
handling.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above 
requirements can cause severe transmission and/or 
transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is 
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. 
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front 
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 Warnings and 
Cautions 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 components. Always 
inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis -
sion, 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.
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130MULTIMEDIA  
RADIO MODE 
Radio Controls  
Uconnect 4 With 7-inch Display
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 VOLUME & 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.
Direct Tune
Press the Tune button located at the bottom of the radio 
screen to directly tune to a desired radio station or 
channel.
1 — Radio Bands
2 — Preset Radio Stations
3 — View Next Preset Radio Stations
4 — Status Bar
5 — Browse
6 — Seek Down 
7 — Tune
8 — Seek Up 
9 — Audio Settings
10 — Bottom Menu Bar
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The following options can be selected:
Pressing the STOP button will freeze the graph. 
Selecting Play will clear the graph and restart the 
process over.
 Press the + or - buttons to change the history of the 
graph. The selectable options are “30”, “60”, “90”, and 
“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 and off for automatic transmission vehicles 
only.
NOTE:The Gear on/off feature will only display if your vehicle is 
equipped with an Automatic Transmission.
DODGE DRIVE MODES — IF EQUIPPED
PERFORMANCE CONTROL — 
I
F EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Performance Control 
feature which allows for coordinating the operation of 
various vehicle systems depending upon the type of 
driving behavior desired. The Performance Control feature 
is controlled through the Uconnect system and may be 
accessed by performing any of the following:
 Pushing the Super Track Pack button on the instru -
ment panel switch bank.
 Selecting “Performance Control” from the Apps menu.
 Selecting “Performance Control” from within the 
Performance Pages menu. You will be able to enable, disable, and customize the 
functionality of the Launch Control and Performance 
Control Set-Up features within Performance Control.
To access information about the functionality of these 
features through the Uconnect system, press the Info 
button on the touchscreen.
NOTE:Dodge vehicles equipped with a 6.4L engine, except for
R/T Scat Pack 1320 6.4L non-widebody vehicles, will use 
SRT Drive Modes rather than the Dodge Performance 
Control Pages. Please refer to the following sections for 
further information on the SRT Drive Modes.
Drive Mode Set-Up
Performance Control Set-Up
Pressing the Drive Mode Set-Up button on the 
touchscreen within the Performance Control screen 
indicates the real-time status of the various systems. 
Pressing the Sport Mode Set-Up, Drag Mode Set-Up
(1320 only), or Default Mode Set-Up buttons on the 
touchscreen allows the driver to configure their individual 
performance control and see how those configurations 
affect the performance of the vehicle.
NOTE:Not all of the options listed in this manual are available on 
every vehicle. The following is a chart with all available 
Performance Control vehicle configurations.
Available Mode Configurations
Refer to the Sport and Default Modes for their detailed 
operation.
NOTE:These settings will remain in effect when using the Launch 
Control feature.
Engine
If Manual Transmission
Engine/Transmission If Auto Transmission
Steering X
Paddle Shifters If Auto Transmission
Traction Control X
Suspension If Adaptive Suspension5
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