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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..............................................................46Headlight Switch ........................................................ 46
Multifunction Lever .................................................... 47
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) ................................ 47
High/Low Beam Switch ............................................. 47
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped ................................................................. 47
Flash-To-Pass ............................................................. 48
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................... 48
Parking Lights And Panel Lights................................. 48
Automatic Headlights With Wipers ............................ 48
Headlight Delay ........................................................... 48
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 48
Fog Lights — If Equipped ........................................... 48
Turn Signals ................................................................ 49
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 49
Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/Trailer
Hitch Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped ................ 49
Battery Saver ............................................................... 50
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................50 Courtesy Lights............................................................ 50
Illuminated Entry ........................................................ 52
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ..........................52 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 52
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .......................... 53
CLIMATE CONTROLS .........................................................54 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 54
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 56
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 59
Climate Voice Recognition — If Equipped .................. 59
Operating Tips ............................................................ 59 INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................ 60
Storage ......................................................................... 60
USB/AUX Control ........................................................ 65
Electrical Power Outlets ............................................. 66
Power Inverter — If Equipped ..................................... 67
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ........................ 68
UV-C Light — If Equipped ............................................. 69
WINDOWS .......................................................................... 70 Power Windows............................................................ 70
Automatic Window Features ....................................... 70
Reset Auto-Up ............................................................. 71
Window Lockout Switch ..............................................71
Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped ............... 71
Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped .............. 71
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 72
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 72 Dual Pane Power Sunroof .......................................... 72
HOOD ................................................................................... 74 To Open The Hood .......................................................74
To Close The Hood .......................................................74
TAILGATE ............................................................................. 74 Opening ........................................................................ 74
Closing .......................................................................... 75
Locking Tailgate ........................................................... 75
Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped ......................... 75
Tailgate Removal ........................................................ 76
Bed Step — If Equipped ............................................... 78
PICKUP BOX ....................................................................... 79 Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped ................. 80
RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED .................................................. 81 Locking And Unlocking RamBox ................................. 82
RamBox Cargo Storage Bins ....................................... 82
RamBox Safety Warning..............................................83
Bed Extender — If Equipped ....................................... 84 TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED .................. 86
Tonneau Cover Components ...................................... 86
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Folding For Driving
Or Removal .................................................................. 87
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation ........................... 90
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning ............................... 92
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE .............. 93 Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ....................................................................... 94
HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE ............ 95 Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ....................................................................... 96
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE............ 97 Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ....................................................................... 98
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ..................................... 98 Instrument Cluster Display Location
and Controls ................................................................ 98
Oil Life Reset.............................................................. 101
Display Menu Items .................................................. 101
Head Up Display (HUD) —
If Equipped ................................................................ 105
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions —
If Equipped ................................................................ 106

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POWER DOOR LOCKS — IF EQUIPPED
The power door lock switches are located on each front
door panel. Push the switch to lock or unlock the doors.

Power Door Lock Switches

The driver’s door will unlock automatically if the key fob is
detected inside the vehicle when the door lock button on
the front door panel is used to lock the door. This will occur
for two attempts. Upon the third attempt, the doors will
lock even if the key fob is inside.
NOTE:If the key fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or
other electronic device, the wireless signal may get
blocked, and the driver’s door may not unlock
automatically. If the door lock switch is pushed while the ignition is in
ACC or ON/RUN and the driver's door is open, the doors
will not lock.
If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside
the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may
be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob.
POWER SIDE STEPS — IF EQUIPPED
The Power Side Steps will extend a step for easier entry
and exit of the vehicle.
When configured for Auto mode, the Power Side Steps will
deploy when any of the doors are opened, or when the
deploy setting is activated through the touchscreen. When
configured for Store mode, the steps will not deploy unless
the setting is selected manually through the Controls
menu within the touchscreen.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h), or if the
retract setting is selected within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191, the steps will retract.
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ —
P
ASSIVE ENTRY
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the
vehicle’s key fob and a feature of Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ —
Passive Entry. This feature allows you to lock and unlock
the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob
lock or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
 Passive Entry may be programmed on or off within
Uconnect Settings Úpage 191.
 The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle Passive
Entry system if it is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop, or other electronic device; these devices may
block the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the
Passive Entry system from locking/unlocking the
vehicle.
 Passive Entry Unlock initiates illuminated approach
(low beams, license plate lamp, position lamps) for
whichever duration is set between 0, 30, 60 or
90 seconds. Passive Entry Unlock also initiates two
flashes of the turn signals.
 If wearing gloves, if it has been raining/snowing, or if
there is salt/dirt covering the Passive Entry door
handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting
in a slower response time.
 The doors may unlock when water is sprayed on the
Passive Entry door handles, if the key fob is located
outside of the vehicle within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the handle.
 If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door
is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will relock and
(if equipped) will arm the Vehicle Security system.
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NOTE:For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight switch
clockwise from the parking lights and instrument panel
lights position to the first detent to turn on headlights,
parking lights, and instrument panel lights. Rotate the
headlight switch to the second detent for the AUTO
position.
NOTE:
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog
light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less
susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic
is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.
To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.

Multifunction Lever

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) come on whenever the
engine is running, and the low beams are not on. The
lights will remain on until the ignition is placed in the OFF
or ACC position, or the parking brake is engaged.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime Running
Lights will automatically deactivate when the front fog
lights are turned on.
 If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was
purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned
on and off using the Uconnect system
Úpage 191.
 On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights may
deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side of the
vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on that side), or
on both sides of the vehicle (when the hazard warning
lights are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel
to switch the headlights to high beams. Pulling the
multifunction lever back will turn the low beams on.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP
C
ONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system
provides increased forward lighting at night by automating
high beam control through the use of a camera mounted
on the inside rearview mirror or a windshield mounted
camera. These cameras detect vehicle specific light and
automatically switch from high beams to low beams until
the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
 The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be
turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto Dim
High Beams” within your Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191, as well as turning the headlight switch to
the AUTO position.
 Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights
of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera
lens will cause the system to function improperly.
 If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed
to ensure proper performance. See a local authorized
dealer.
 To opt out of the Advanced Auto High Beam Sensitivity
Control (default) and enter Reduced High Beam Sensi -
tivity Control (not recommended), toggle the high beam
lever six full on/off cycles within 10 seconds of placing
the ignition in the ON position. The system will return to
the default setting upon placing the ignition in the OFF
position.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents,
steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the
lenses.
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FLASH-TO-PASS
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will
cause the high beam headlights to turn on, and remain on,
until the lever is released.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on,
rotate the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
When the system is on, the Headlight Delay feature is
also on. This means the headlights will stay on for up to
90 seconds after you place the ignition into the OFF
position. To turn the automatic headlights off, turn the
headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the headlights will turn
on in the Automatic Mode.
PARKING LIGHTS AND PANEL LIGHTS
To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights,
rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the
parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O
(off) position.
NOTE:Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight
switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF
detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight
switch is placed in the parking lights position. However,
the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along
with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be
deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS WITH WIPERS
If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it
also has this customer-programmable feature. When your
headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is
running, they will automatically turn on when the wiper
system is on. This feature is programmable through the
Uconnect system
Úpage 191.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Rain Sensing Wiper
system
Úpage 53, and it is activated, the headlights will
automatically turn on after the wipers complete five wipe
cycles within approximately one minute. They will turn off
approximately four minutes after the wipers completely
stop.
NOTE:When your headlights come on during the daytime, the
instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower
nighttime intensity.
HEADLIGHT DELAY
To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight delay
feature will leave the headlights on for up to 90 seconds.
This delay is initiated when the ignition is placed in the OFF
position while the headlight switch is on, and then the
headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be
canceled by either turning the headlight switch on then
off, or by placing the ignition in the ON position.
NOTE:
 This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system Úpage 191.
 The headlight delay feature is automatically activated if
the headlight switch is left in the AUTO position when
the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on
after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the vehicle
will chime when the driver’s door is opened.
FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or
low beam headlights and push the fog light switch located
within the headlight switch. Pushing the fog light switch a
second time will turn the front fog lights off.

Fog Light Button

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Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are
on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam.
An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will
illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will
turn off when the button is pushed a second time, when
the headlight switch is rotated to the O (off) position, or the
high beam is selected.
If the fog lights are off, one of the fog lights will illuminate
depending on the direction in which the vehicle is turning.
This will provide increased visibility while turning,
depending on the angle of the steering wheel.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster flash to show proper operation.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is
a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb.
 For information on Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot
Assist, see
Úpage 163.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal will flash
three times then automatically turn off.
CARGO LIGHTS/TRAILER SPOTTER
L
IGHTS/TRAILER HITCH LIGHT WITH
B
ED LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The cargo light, bed lights, trailer spotter lights, and trailer
hitch light are turned on by pushing the cargo light button
located on the lower half of the headlight switch.

Cargo/Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch
Cargo/Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch
(Vehicles Sold In Canada)

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LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
When the LaneSense system is ON, but not
armed, the LaneSense indicator light
illuminates solid white. This occurs when only
left, right, or neither lane line has been
detected. If a single lane line is detected, the system is
ready to provide only visual warnings if an unintentional
lane departure occurs on the detected lane line
Úpage 161.
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light —
If Equipped With Base/Midline Instrument
Cluster Display
This light will turn on when the cruise control is
set Úpage 143.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the high beam headlights are on. With the
low beams activated, push the multifunction
lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle) to
turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever
rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the
high beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever toward
you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to pass”
scenario.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine, and transmission
control systems. When these systems are operating
properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance
and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within
current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Although
your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing,
see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a connection
port to allow access to information related to the
performance of your emissions controls. Authorized
service technicians may need to access this information to
assist with the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system
Úpage 191.
CAUTION!
 Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further
damage to the emission control system. It could also
affect fuel economy and driveability. The vehicle
must be serviced before any emissions tests can be
performed.
 If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
WARNING!
ONLY an authorized service technician should
connect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to read the VIN, diagnose, or service your
vehicle.
 If unauthorized equipment is connected to the OBD II
connection port, such as a driver-behavior tracking
device, it may:
 Be possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be impaired or a
loss of vehicle control could occur that may
result in an accident involving serious injury or
death.
 Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including
personal information.

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Seven-Pin Connector

Trailer Light Check
This feature will run the trailer lights through a sequence
to check the trailer light function. It is available in the
Instrument Cluster under the Trailer Tow menu
Úpage 103. When activated the feature will enable all of the exterior
lights sequentially for up to five minutes for time to walk
around and verify functionality. The following exterior
lights will remain on for the entirety of the sequence:

Park/Running Lamps
 Side Marker Lamps (if equipped)
 License Lamp
 Signature Lamp (if equipped)
 Low Beams
 Fog Lamps (if equipped)
 Daytime Running Lamps
During this time the following lights will sequence, each
activating for three seconds:

1. Brake and CHMSL (third brake light)

2. Left turn signal
3. Right turn signal
4. Reverse Lamps
5. High Beam
This light check sequence will continue for a total of five
minutes. The sequence will only activate if the following conditions
are met:

Vehicle is equipped with the Trailer Tow Package
 Vehicle is in PARK
 Vehicle is not in motion
 Ignition is in ACC or ON/RUN
 Remote start is inactive
 Brakes are not applied
 Left turn signal is not applied
 Right turn signal is not applied
 Hazard switch is not applied
The sequence will cancel if any of the following conditions
occur:
 Brakes are applied
 Vehicle is shifted from PARK
 Vehicle is no longer stationary
 Left turn signal activated from stalk
 Right turn signal is activated from stalk
 Hazard switch is activated
 Any button on the key fob is pushed
 Ignition button is pushed
 High Beam stalk position is changed
 Sequence is canceled in the instrument cluster
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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Brakes
Headlights with Wipers This setting will turn the headlights on when the wipers are activated.
Daytime Running Lights This setting will allow you to turn the Daytime Running Lights on or off.
Flash Lights With Lock This setting will allow you to turn the flashing of the lights when the Lock button is pushed
on the key fob on or off.
Auto Dim High Beams This setting will allow you to turn the Auto Dim High Beams on or off.
Steering Directed Lights This setting will turn the headlights with the steering wheel. The available options are
“On” and “Off”.
Setting Name
Description
After pressing the Brakes button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting NameDescription
Auto Park Brake This setting will turn the Auto Park Brake on or off.
Brake Service This setting will allow you to retract the brakes for servicing.

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