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Note:Trailer reverse guidance cameraviews are available with no trailer setup.However, complete functionality includinggraphics and automatic view switching isenabled by setup. Setup is required toenable trailer backup assistance.
Configuring the Trailer in theInstrument Cluster Display
1.Press the button to switch the systemon.
2.Using the instrument cluster controlson the steering wheel, select AddTrailer.
3.Add a personalized name for the trailerusing the instrument cluster displayprompts. Use the down arrow to scrollto the preferred letter and then pressthe right arrow to advance to the nextletter. Press the OK button.
4.Select the trailer brake type.
Note:Select DefaultElectric/Surge/None if the trailer haselectric, surge or no brakes.
5.Select the trailer brake effort.
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Note:The default value is Low and is therecommended setting for most trailers.Select a different setting if your trailer'sbrakes require more initial voltage, or youprefer more aggressive trailer braking.
6.Select the trailer type.
Note:The system could prompt you tosetup Trailer Blind Spot before continuingthe setup process.
7.Select whether you want to add thefeature.
TRAILER SENSOR INSTALLATION
To use the system with a fifth-wheel orgooseneck trailer, you must install asensor. Refer to the instructions in thesensor kit for proper installation.
Note:Make sure the arrows on the sensorhousing are facing up. Mount the sensor toa vertical part of the trailer that pivots andmoves when you turn your vehicle. Do notmount to a stationary surface or to the truckside of the fifth wheel-trailer hitch.
Note:You need to replace the 7/4 wayconnector in the bumper with therecommended 7/12 pin connector if yourvehicle did not come with the fifth-wheelprep package. See your authorized dealer.
Note:If your vehicle has the fifth-wheelprep package, you have everything you need.If your vehicle does not have the fifth-wheelprep package, see your authorized dealer topurchase the sensor kit and the 7/12 pinconnector.
CALIBRATING THE SYSTEM
Calibrating the system requires drivingforward and turning left or right. Follow theinstructions on the instrument clusterdisplay and touchscreen to complete thecalibration process.
Note:Calibrating the system requires anarea where you can safely drive forward andturn left or right. An open parking lot is anideal place to perform the calibration.
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Note:Keep the steering wheel straightwhen instructed to by the instrument clusterdisplay and touchscreen. If the steeringwheel is in a turned position during thisinstruction, the calibration pauses.
Note:During calibration, the systemdetermines the trailer length. The systemsupports trailer lengths of 10–39 ft(3–11.94 m) distance from the hitch pointto the center of the axle or axles.
Note:The instrument cluster displays andtouchscreen shows if you are going too slowor fast. Calibration pauses if the speed isoutside the required range of 2–16 mph(4–25 km/h).
Note:You need to complete at least a 90°turn, and longer trailers could require a 180°turn.
SWITCHING TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE ON AND OFF
Press the button and use the touchscreento select the connected trailer.
Note:A trailer must be configured to usetrailer backup assistance. See Configuringthe Trailer (page 386).
Note:If you use the steering wheel whenusing trailer backup assistance, the systemturns off and a message displays in thetouchscreen.
Note:If the trailer was connected just priorto turning the system on, you may need todrive forward to initialize the system. Followthe instructions on the touchscreen toactivate the system.
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER
Use the control knob to steer the trailer.Take your hands off the steering wheel andturn the control knob instead. The controlknob acts as the steering control for thetrailer.
Turn and hold counterclockwise to makethe trailer go left.
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
Displays when the system turns on and isinitializing.Detecting Trailer Please Wait…
A condition exists that prevents the systemfrom turning on. If the message continuesto display, visit your authorized dealer tohave your vehicle checked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ System is NotAvailable
The steering system needs to learn internalparameters to fully enable the feature.Drive your vehicle straight forward above25 mph (40 km/h) for approximately 5minutes.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Driving Requiredto Initialize Steering Press Knob to Exit
Displays when you reach the maximumcontrollable trailer angle for the system.Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pullforward to get the truck and trailer back toan in-line position.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop nowMaximum trailer angle Press Knob to Exit
If this message consistently displays, youmay need to repeat the trailer calibration.Delete the trailer from the system andrepeat the setup and calibration process.
Displays when you exceed the maximumcontrollable trailer angle for the system.Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pullforward to get your vehicle and trailer backto an in-line position, then activate thesystem by selecting the connected trailerand following the instructions on thetouchscreen.
Stop now. Deactivated by trailer angle.
If this message consistently displays, youmay need to repeat the trailer setup andcalibration. Delete the trailer from thesystem and repeat the setup and calibra-tion process.
Displays when the system can no longersteer the vehicle and you must take oversteering.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop Now TakeControl of Steering Wheel
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DescriptionMessage
Displays when the system does not detectthe sensor. Check the sensor connection,check that there is no damaged wiringbetween the connector and sensor andcheck that there is only one sensorconnected.If you do not want to use the sensor for thistrailer, delete the trailer in the touchscreenthen repeat the setup process with thesticker.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Sensor NotDetected Refer to Owner's Manual PressKnob to Exit
These messages display when the systemdoes not detect the trailer.If your trailer is setup with a sticker, makesure the rear camera is clean, and thesticker is clearly visible in the camera image.You can also move the trailer forward orbackward to change the trailer position andlighting conditions.If your trailer is setup with a sensor, checkthat the sensor is correctly installed andthe trailer length is within the allowedrange.If these messages continue to display, visityour authorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Shift to Park Press Knob to Exit
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Refer to Owner's Manual. PressKnob to Exit
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DescriptionMessage
If your trailer is setup with a sticker, thismessage displays when the camera systemcannot detect the trailer and requires trailermovement to enable trailer detection. Driveforward above 2 mph (3 km/h) to initializethe system.If your trailer is setup with a sensor, thismessage displays when your vehicle hasnot moved after the trailer sensor isconnected or extended operation below1 mph (1 km/h). Drive forward above 2 mph(3 km/h) to initialize the system.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected Pull Forward to Initialize PressKnob to Exit
Displays when your vehicle is backing upbut the system is not activated. Select theconnected trailer on the touchscreen andfollow the instructions to activate thesystem.This message also displays when you backup during the calibration process.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop NowSystem Not Active Press Knob to Exit
Displays when the system turns on and isavailable to use.Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Backup SlowlyTurn Knob to Steer Press Knob to Exit
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE– FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
Why does the trailer not reversestraight?
Verify the sensor is correctly installed.Other factors such as the hitchconnection, road camber, road slopeand trailer suspension could influencehow straight the system can reversethe trailer when the control knob is notturned. You can compensate for thetrailer drifting to the right or left byslowly turning the knob until the traileris following your desired path and thenholding the knob in that position.
Why does the system not detect asensor?
There could be an issue with theconnection, the wiring harness couldbe damaged, you could have multiplesensors connected or the sensor couldbe incorrectly installed. Check that the12-way connector is fully inserted intothe 12-way socket. The red rubber sealis not visible when the connector isfully inserted. Also check that thewiring harness sensor connection isfully inserted at the trailer sensor, andcheck for damaged wiring betweenthe 12-way connector and the trailersensor. Also, check that the sensor isinstalled on a vertical surface with thearrows pointing straight up.
What does it mean if the systemremains on one message for anextended time during calibration whensetting up the system with the sticker?
The camera could need to be cleaned,the sticker could be blocked, thedrawbar could be outside the allowedrange of 4–19 in (10–48 cm) or youcould need to move to a different areato change the lighting and background.Verify the sticker is in the properlocation. See Applying the TrailerReversing Aid Sticker (page 388).You can move to a different area orchange the direction you are driving orsetup the system at a different timeof day. Some trailers are notcompatible with the sticker andcamera system. If the issue persistswith the sticker setup, you may chooseto setup the trailer with a sensor.
What does it mean if the system pausesduring calibration?
There could be steering input or trailermovement during the straight driveportion of the calibration process.
What does it mean if the systemremains on one message for anextended time during calibration whensetting up the system with the sensor?
The sensor could be incorrectlyinstalled, the trailer length could beoutside the allowed range or the roadsurface could be too rough or bumpy.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays hold steering steady duringturn?
Part of the calibration process for thesticker setup requires a steady turn. Ifyou are continually moving thesteering wheel during the turn, thisdelays the calibration process. Toenable the calibration process, holdthe steering wheel at the sameposition when turning.
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What does it mean if the systemdisplays that it is not available?
There could be a sub-system that thesystem uses that is not correctlyoperating or there could be a batteryvoltage issue. If the system continuesto display it is not available, visit yourauthorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays that driving is required toinitialize steering?
The steering system needs to learninternal parameters to fully turn on thefeature. Drive your vehicle straightforward above 25 mph (40 km/h) forapproximately 5 minutes. This couldalso occur when your vehicle is new,there is a battery voltage issue or if thesteering system has been serviced.
What does it mean if the system doesnot detect a trailer when configuredwith a sensor?
Verify that the sensor is properlyconnected. See Trailer SensorInstallation (page 388). Repeatcalibration on a different route if youhave verified sensor installation.
What does it mean if the systemrequires you to pull forward toinitialize?
This occurs when the vehicle has notmoved during the current key cycleafter you connect and select the trailerin the touchscreen or you operate thesystem at speeds below 1 mph(1 km/h) for an extended period oftime. Drive forward above 2 mph(3 km/h) and the system indicateswhen it initializes.
What does it mean if the trailer is at itsmaximum angle or the systemdeactivated by trailer angle?
You are at the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. Place yourvehicle in drive (D) and pull forward toget the truck and trailer back to anin-line position. If this messageconsistently displays, this couldindicate the sensor is incorrectlyinstalled, the trailer needs to berecalibrated or the drawbar or thetrailer dimensions are outside of thesupported range. The system isdesigned to work with drawbars thathave a license plate to hitch ball centermeasurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm)when installed. The system is designedto work with trailers that have a hitchpoint to center of the axle or axlesmeasurement of 6–33 ft(1.85–10.05 m). Do not attempt to usedrawbars or trailers that have a lengthoutside of this range as the systemperformance degrades and couldcause improper system function.Check that the correct trailer isselected in the touchscreen. Verify thesensor is installed according to theinstructions included in the sensor kitand check that the drawbar and thetrailer dimensions are within theallowed range. Then, delete the trailerfrom the system and repeat the setupprocess to calibrate the trailer.
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