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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ....................................................................... 9
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ......................................... 9
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER
LOADING ................................................................................ 9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ......................11
SYMBOL GLOSSARY ...........................................................11
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................................16 Key Fob ........................................................................ 16
SENTRY KEY ........................................................................19
IGNITION SWITCH ..............................................................20 Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .................................... 20
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED ......................................21 How To Use Remote Start .......................................... 21
To Exit Remote Start Mode ........................................ 22
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped .................................................................. 22
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped.......... 22
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
Activation — If Equipped ............................................. 23
Remote Start Abort Message ..................................... 23
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .................23 To Arm The System ..................................................... 23
To Disarm The System ................................................ 23
Rearming Of The System ............................................ 24
Security System Manual Override.............................. 24 DOORS ................................................................................ 24
Manual Door Locks......................................................24
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ............................... 25
Power Side Steps — If Equipped ................................ 25
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...................... 25
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped ......... 27
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ........................ 27
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors.....27
STEERING WHEEL .............................................................. 28 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............................. 28
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ....................... 28
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ................ 29 Programming The Memory Feature............................ 29
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory......... 29
Memory Position Recall............................................... 30
SEATS .................................................................................. 30 Manual Adjustment
(Front Seats) — If Equipped......................................... 30
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............................... 31
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped ......... 32
Heated Seats — If Equipped ....................................... 33
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped................................... 34
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers — If Equipped ............ 34
Head Restraints .......................................................... 34
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................... 36 Introducing Voice Recognition .................................... 36
Basic Voice Commands............................................... 36
Get Started ................................................................... 37
Additional Information................................................. 37 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................................... 38
MIRRORS ............................................................................ 38
Inside Rearview Mirror ................................................ 38
Illuminated Vanity Mirror ............................................ 39
Outside Mirrors ........................................................... 40
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors —
If Equipped................................................................... 40
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And
Approach Lighting — If Equipped................................ 40
Power Mirrors .............................................................. 41
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard
And Trailer Tow — If Equipped .................................... 41
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ......................... 42
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .................................... 42
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 42 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ............ 43
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ....................... 43
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or
Non-Rolling Code Device............................................. 43
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door
Opener ......................................................................... 44
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device .......................................................................... 44
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ........... 45
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .................... 45
Security ........................................................................ 45
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................... 46

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES.............................. 107
Red Warning Lights ................................................... 108
Yellow Warning Lights ............................................... 110Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 113
Green Indicator Lights .............................................. 114
White Indicator Lights ............................................... 115Blue Indicator Lights ................................................. 116
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ................. 116 Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ............................................... 116
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ..................................................................... 117
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE .................................................. 118 Automatic Transmission ........................................... 118
Tip Start Feature ...................................................... 118Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition .............................. 118
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP
Button ....................................................................... 118
AutoPark .................................................................... 119Extended Park Starting............................................. 120
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................. 121
After Starting ............................................................. 121
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 121
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .................... 122
PARKING BRAKE ............................................................ 122 Electric Park Brake (EPB) ........................................ 122
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ......................................... 124 Ignition Park Interlock............................................... 125Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ...................................................................... 125
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ........................... 125 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 130
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer
Case — If Equipped .................................................. 130Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer
Case — If Equipped .................................................. 132
ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ................................................ 134 Description ................................................................ 134Air Suspension Modes.............................................. 135
Instrument Cluster Display Messages .................... 136
Operation................................................................... 136
ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM (OFF-ROAD GROUP) — IF EQUIPPED ............ 137 Description ................................................................ 137Air Suspension Modes.............................................. 138
Instrument Cluster Display Messages .................... 139
Operation................................................................... 139
AXLE LOCK SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ............................ 140
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPED ............. 140
POWER STEERING .......................................................... 141 Electric Power Steering ........................................... 141
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINES ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................................... 141
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......................... 141 Autostop Mode.......................................................... 141
Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ............................................................. 142
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ......... 142
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System ......... 143
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ......... 143
System Malfunction.................................................. 143
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ............. 143 Cruise Control ........................................................... 143
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................................. 145 PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ................................................. 152
ParkSense Sensors ................................................... 153
ParkSense Warning Display...................................... 153ParkSense Display .................................................... 153
Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear
ParkSense.................................................................. 156
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ............ 156
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................. 156
ParkSense System Usage Precautions .................... 156
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .................................................. 157 Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense
Active Park Assist System ......................................... 158
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space
Assistance Operation ................................................ 159
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 161 LaneSense Operation ............................................... 161Turning LaneSense On Or Off ................................... 161
LaneSense Warning Message .................................. 161
Changing LaneSense Status .................................... 163
Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot Assist —
If Equipped................................................................. 163
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........................... 163
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................165 Forward Facing Camera With Tire Lines —
If Equipped................................................................. 167
TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED ............................. 168 Trailer Surround View Camera System —
If Equipped................................................................. 168
AUX Camera — If Equipped ....................................... 170
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ...............................................171

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SYMBOLS KEY
If you do not read the entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or special
equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/body builders.
US residents refer to the Warranty Information, Section 2.1.C. Canadian residents refer to
the “What Is Not Covered” section of the Warranty Information. Such equipment includes
video monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray™, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage
and service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer.
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING
This information is provided in fulfillment of the requirement by the United States
Government, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, that “every manufacturer of trucks that are capable of accommodating
slide-in campers, manufactured on or after April 1, 1973 shall provide... at the time of
original purchase to the first person who purchases the truck”... information on Truck
Camper Loading.
A slide-in camper document is provided in your vehicle’s glove compartment that contains
your Vehicle Identification Number, truck model, cargo weight rating, and the forward/
rearward limit of a camper. To obtain additional dimensional and technical specifications
for your vehicle, please visit https://www.ramtrucks.com.
WARNING!
These statements apply to operating procedures that
could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements apply to procedures that could result in
damage to your vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installation, operation,
and reliability. If not followed, may result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier use of the
product or functionality.
PAGE REFERENCE ARROW
Follow this reference for additional information on a
particular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information pertaining to
the topic.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which supports
Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), remote air suspension
lowering (if equipped), and Remote Start (if equipped).
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock all doors, tailgate,
and the RamBox (if equipped) as well as activate the Panic
Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to
activate the system. The key fob also contains an
emergency key, which is stored in the rear of the key fob.
NOTE:
 The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the key
fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other
electronic device. This may result in poor performance.
 If your vehicle is equipped with a Wireless Charging
Pad, the key fob may not be detected if it is placed
within 6 inches (15 cm) of the pad
Úpage 68.
 With the ignition in the ON position and the vehicle
moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are
disabled.

Key Fob

In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully depleted
battery. A low key fob battery can be verified by referring to
the instrument cluster display, which will display a
procedure to follow.
NOTE:A low key fob battery condition may be indicated by a
message in the instrument cluster display, or by the LED
light on the key fob. If the LED key fob light no longer
illuminates from key fob button pushes, then the key fob
battery requires replacement
Úpage 402.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
All doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped) can be
programmed to either unlock on the first push of the
unlock button, or for the first push to unlock only the
driver’s door, then twice within five seconds to unlock all
doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped). To lock all the
doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped), push the lock
button once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash
and the illuminated entry system will be activated. When
the doors are locked, the turn signals will flash and the
horn will chirp.
The horn chirp when the lock button is pushed can be
programmed on/off within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191.
1 — LED Indicator Light
2 — Unlock
3 — Tailgate Lowering (If Equipped)
4 — Air Suspension Remote Lowering (If Equipped)
5 — Lock
6 — Remote Start (If Equipped)
7 — Panic
8 — Emergency Key

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Using The Panic Feature
To turn the Panic feature on or off, push the Panic button
on the key fob. When the Panic feature is activated, the
turn signals will flash, the horn may pulse on and off
(if equipped with horn alarm), and the interior lights will
turn on.
The Panic feature will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or driving the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition in
the ON/RUN position while the Panic feature is
activated. However, the exterior lights and horn
(if equipped with horn alarm) will remain on.
 You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
feature due to the radio frequency noises emitted by
the system.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle
while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or
START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display
along with an interior chime. An exterior audible and visual
alert will also be activated to warn the driver.
The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along with
a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.
NOTE:
The doors have to be open and then closed in order for
the vehicle to detect a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle
feature will not activate until all of the doors are closed.
 These alerts will not be activated in situations where
the vehicle’s engine is left running with the key fob
inside.
Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The
Vehicle) — If Equipped
For easy entry and loading, your vehicle can be
lowered by pushing the key fob air suspension
lowering button two times. When air
suspension lowering is requested using the key
fob, the vehicle will send a series of chirps and flashes to
alert the customer that the operation has begun and will
continue these alerts until it successfully lowers.
The following conditions must be met for the vehicle to
lower remotely:
 The vehicle must not already be in Entry/Exit ride
height.
 The vehicle battery must be fully charged.
 All doors must be closed.
 The key fob must be out of the vehicle.
 Gear selector must be in PARK.
NOTE:Ensure the vehicle is clear of all objects, pets, and people
prior to remote lowering. Canceling Remote Lowering
Vehicle lowering can be canceled at anytime. When
vehicle lowering is canceled, the vehicle will raise to the
next defined level and lock out the remote lowering
feature for five seconds until a new request is made.
To cancel vehicle lowering, push the key fob air
suspension lowering button one time during the lowering
process. When vehicle lowering is canceled, the horn will
chirp two times and the turn signal lamps will flash four
times. Once raising is completed, the horn will chirp
one time.
NOTE:More information on air suspension is provided later in
this manual, see Úpage 134.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery model is one CR2450 battery.
NOTE:

Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery
dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin battery
dimensions.
 Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
further information.
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Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
 Do not replace the coin battery if the LED on the key fob
above the top row buttons blinks when a button is
pressed. The coin battery should last a minimum of
three years with normal vehicle usage.

1. Remove the emergency key (1) by pushing the emergency key release button (2) on the side of the
key fob, and pulling the emergency key out with your
other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

2. Hold the key fob with the button side facing down, and locate the small rectangular gap on the left side
between the housing and the back cover of the key
fob. Use a small screwdriver (or similar tool) to pry
open the left side of the fob cover while applying
pressure until the cover snaps open.
3. Next, locate the gap on the right side of the key fob, which is positioned farther to the edge than the left
side gap. Pry open the right side, and remove the
back cover.
4. Remove the battery by using your thumb to slide the battery downward and back toward the key ring.

Key Fob Battery Location

NOTE:
When replacing the battery, ensure the (+) sign on the
battery is facing upward. Avoid touching the new battery
with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio -
ration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 5. Replace the battery by using your thumb to push
down and slide the battery under the small lip on the
top edge of the opening.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

6. To assemble the key fob case, line up the top edge of the back cover with the top of the fob, and press the
edges into the interlocking hinges until all edges snap
together with no large visual gaps.
7. Reinsert the emergency key until it locks into place.
NOTE:The key fob battery should only be replaced by qualified
technicians. If the battery requires replacement, see an
authorized dealer.
1 — Emergency Key
2 — Emergency Key Release Button

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Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
repurposed and reprogrammed to another vehicle.
 Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle elec -
tronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank
key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE:

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an autho -
rized dealer.
 Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to match
the vehicle locks.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system
does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is
automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or
unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button ignition
and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs
that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a
key fob obtained from another vehicle. After placing the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
it indicates that someone attempted to start the engine
with an invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob is
used to start the engine but there is an issue with the
vehicle electronics, the engine will start and shut off after
two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it
indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should
this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible
by an authorized dealer.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics
Úpage 402.
NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
WARNING!

The integrated key fob contains a coin cell battery.
Do not ingest the battery; there is a chemical burn
hazard. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just two hours and
can lead to death.
 If you think a battery may have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
 Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
 For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position when exiting the vehicle.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket Remote Start systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
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