seat memory RAM 1500 2021 Owners Manual
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INTRODUCTION
Symbols Key ..........................................................11
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS  ...............................11
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ..........................11
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .........11
Symbol Glossary ...................................................12
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS  ......................................................................17
Key Fob......................................................... 17
SENTRY KEY ..........................................................20
IGNITION SWITCH .................................................21
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition ..................... 21
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) ...22
How To Use Remote Start ........................... 22
To Exit Remote Start Mode ......................... 23
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation — If 
Equipped ...................................................... 24 Remote Start Comfort Systems — 
If Equipped ................................................... 24 Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer 
Activation — If Equipped .............................. 25 Remote Start Abort Message ...................... 25
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)  ........25
How To Use Remote Start ........................... 25 VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED  .. 26
To Arm The System ...................................... 26
To Disarm The System ................................ 26
Rearming Of The System............................. 27
Security System Manual Override .............. 27
DOORS  .................................................................. 27
Manual Door Locks...................................... 27
Power Door Locks — If Equipped  ............... 28
Power Side Steps — If Equipped ................. 28
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry  .......... 28
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — 
If Equipped ................................................... 30 Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ......... 30
Child-Protection Door Lock System — 
Rear Doors ................................................... 31
STEERING WHEEL ................................................ 31
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .............. 31
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped  ...... 32
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ... 32
Programming The Memory Feature............ 33
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To 
Memory ........................................................ 33 Memory Position Recall............................... 34
SEATS  ................................................................... 34
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) — If 
Equipped ...................................................... 34 Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............... 36 Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — 
If Equipped ................................................... 36 Heated Seats — If Equipped  ...................... 38
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped................... 39
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers  ................... 39
Head Restraints ........................................... 40
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION  ......................41
Introducing Voice Recognition .................... 41
Basic Voice Commands .............................. 42
Get Started................................................... 43
Additional Information................................. 43
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — 
IF EQUIPPED ..........................................................43
MIRRORS  ..............................................................44
Inside Rearview Mirror ................................ 44
Outside Mirrors  ........................................... 46
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If 
Equipped ...................................................... 47 Power Mirrors............................................... 47
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For 
Standard And Trailer Tow — If Equipped .... 47 Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped  ......... 48
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ..................... 48
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — 
If Equipped ................................................... 48
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downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten 
the steering column, pull the steering wheel 
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock 
the steering column in position, push the 
control upward until fully engaged.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF 
E
QUIPPED 
The steering wheel contains a heating element 
that helps warm your hands in cold weather. 
The heated steering wheel has only one 
temperature setting. Once the heated steering 
wheel has been turned on, it will stay on until  the operator turns it off. The heated steering 
wheel may not turn on when it is already warm.
The heated steering wheel control button is 
located within the climate or controls screen of 
the touchscreen.
Press the heated steering wheel button   
once to turn the heating element on.
Press the heated steering wheel button   a 
second time to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated 
steering wheel to operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start 
system, see  Ú page 24.DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED  
This feature allows the driver to save up to two 
different memory profiles for easy recall 
through a memory switch. Each memory profile 
saves desired position settings for the following 
features:
Driver’s seat
Easy Entry/Exit seat operation (on/off) (if 
equipped)
Adjustable pedals (if equipped)
Side mirrors
NOTE:
Your vehicle is equipped with two key fobs, each 
can be linked to either memory position 1 or 2.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while 
driving. Adjusting the steering column while 
driving or driving with the steering column 
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose 
control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this 
warning may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the 
skin because of advanced age, chronic 
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medica -
tion, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other phys -
ical conditions must exercise care when 
using the steering wheel heater. It may 
cause burns even at low temperatures, 
especially if used for long periods.
Do not place anything on the steering wheel 
that insulates against heat, such as a 
blanket or steering wheel covers of any type 
and material. This may cause the steering 
wheel heater to overheat.
WARNING!  (Continued)
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The driver memory settings switch is located on 
the driver door, next to the door handle, and 
consists of three buttons:
The set (S) button, which is used to activate 
the memory save function.
The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to 
recall either of two pre-programmed memory 
profiles.
Memory Switch
PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY FEATURE
To create a new memory profile, perform the 
following:
NOTE:
Saving a new memory profile will erase the 
selected profile from memory.
 1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the ON/RUN 
position (do not start the engine).
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired  preferences (i.e., driver’s seat, outside 
mirrors, adjustable pedals (if equipped), 
and radio station presets).
3. Push the set (S) button on the memory  switch, and then push the desired memory 
button (1 or 2) within five seconds. The 
instrument cluster display will display which 
memory position has been set.
NOTE:
Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle 
in PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to 
recall a memory profile.
LINKING AND UNLINKING THE KEY FOB 
T
O MEMORY
Your key fob can be programmed to recall one 
of two saved memory profiles by pushing the 
unlock button on the key fob. NOTE:
Before programming your key fob you must 
select the “Personal Settings Linked to Key 
Fob” feature through the Uconnect system  
Ú
page 237.
To program your key fob, perform the following:
1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF  position.
2. Select a desired memory profile 1 or 2.
3. Once the profile has been recalled, push  and release the set (S) button on the 
memory switch.
4. Push and release button (1) or (2)  accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) 
will display in the instrument cluster.
5. Push and release the lock button on the key  fob within 10 seconds.
NOTE:
Your key fob can be unlinked to your memory 
settings by pushing the set (S) button, followed 
by pushing the unlock button on the key fob 
within 10 seconds.
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MEMORY POSITION RECALL
NOTE:
If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in 
PARK, a message will display in the instrument 
cluster display.
To recall the memory settings for driver one or 
two, push the desired memory button number 
(1 or 2) or the unlock button on the key fob 
linked to the desired memory position.
A recall can be canceled by pushing any of the 
memory buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a recall. 
When a recall is canceled, the driver seat will 
stop moving. A delay of one second will occur 
before another recall can be selected.
SEATS    
Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint 
System of the vehicle.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (FRONT SEATS) 
— I
F EQUIPPED
Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward 
Adjustment
Both front seats are adjustable forward or 
rearward. The manual seat adjustment handle 
is located under the seat cushion at the front 
edge of each seat.
Manual Seat Adjustment Bar
While sitting in the seat, pull up on the handle 
and slide the seat forward or rearward. Release 
the bar once you have reached the desired 
position. Then, using body pressure, move 
forward and rearward on the seat to be sure 
that the seat adjusters have latched.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, 
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, 
people riding in these areas are more likely 
to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of 
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats 
and seat belts. In a collision, people riding 
in these areas are more likely to be seri -
ously injured or killed.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat 
and using a seat belt properly.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving 
is dangerous. The sudden movement of the 
seat could cause you to lose control. The 
seat belt might not be adjusted properly 
and you could be injured. Adjust the seat 
only while the vehicle is parked.
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so 
that the shoulder belt is no longer resting 
against your chest. In a collision you could 
slide under the seat belt and be seriously or 
even fatally injured. Use the recliner only 
when the vehicle is parked.
WARNING!  (Continued)
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When you remove the key fob from the igni -
tion, the driver’s seat will move to a position 
0.3 inches (7.7 mm) forward of the rear stop  if the driver’s seat position is between 
0.9 inches and 2.7 inches (22.7 mm and 
67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat 
will return to its previously set position when 
you place the ignition to the ACC or ON/RUN 
position.
The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled 
when the driver’s seat position is less than 
0.9 inches (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit to 
the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or 
Easy Entry.
When enabled in Uconnect Settings, Easy Entry 
and Easy Exit positions are stored in each 
memory setting profile  Ú page 32.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled or 
disabled through the programmable features in 
the Uconnect system  Ú page 237.
HEATED SEATS — IF EQUIPPED 
For information on use with the Remote Start 
system, see  Úpage 24.
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
The front heated seats control buttons are 
located within the Uconnect system. You can 
gain access to the control buttons through the 
climate screen and the controls screen.
Push the heated seat button   once to turn 
the HI setting on.
Push the heated seat button   a second 
time to turn the MED setting on.
Push the heated seat button   a third time 
to turn the LO setting on.
Push the heated seat button   a fourth time 
to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be 
felt within two to five minutes.
The engine must be running for the heated 
seats to operate.
The level of heat selected will stay on until 
the operator changes it.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the 
skin because of advanced age, chronic 
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medica -
tion, alcohol use, exhaustion or other phys -
ical condition must exercise care when 
using the seat heater. It may cause burns 
even at low temperatures, especially if 
used for long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or seat -
back that insulates against heat, such as a 
blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat 
heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has 
been overheated could cause serious 
burns due to the increased surface 
temperature of the seat.
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Adjustable Pedals Switch
The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition 
placed in the OFF position.
The pedals cannot be adjusted when the 
vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Cruise 
Control system or Adaptive Cruise Control 
system is on. The following messages will 
appear in the instrument cluster display if the 
pedals are attempted to be adjusted when 
the system is locked out: “Adjustable Pedal 
Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or 
“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In 
Reverse”.
NOTE:
Always adjust the pedals to a position that 
allows full movement of the pedal.
Further small adjustments may be necessary 
to find the best possible seat/pedal position.
For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory 
Settings   Úpage 32, you can use your key fob 
or the memory switch on the driver’s door 
trim panel to return the adjustable pedals to 
pre-programmed positions.
MIRRORS 
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
Manual Mirror — If Equipped
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, 
and right. The mirror should be adjusted to 
center on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be 
reduced by moving the small control under the 
mirror to the night position (toward the rear of 
the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted 
while set in the day position (toward the 
windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is 
moving. You could lose control and have an 
accident. Always adjust the pedals while the 
vehicle is parked.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable 
pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may 
cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal 
travel may become limited if movement is 
stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable 
pedal's path.
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Once calibrated the driver can shift to PARK, 
push the button on top of the TRSC knob and 
activate the feature. The knob is then turned 
either to the left or right depending on what 
direction the driver wants the trailer to go.
Trailer Reverse Steering Control Knob
NOTE:
When steering the trailer with the knob, remove 
hands from the steering wheel.
There is also a holdover state where if during an 
active trailer steering maneuver, the driver 
shifts to NEURAL or DRIVE to straighten the 
trailer, the driver may shift back to REVERSE 
and not need to reactivate the feature. However 
the feature will cancel after 10 seconds or when 
the vehicle speed reaches 8 mph (12 km/h). Instrument Cluster Messages:
“Drive forward to calibrate trailer” will display 
when a trailer is not calibrated and the 
vehicle is at standstill while the button is 
pushed.
“Calibrating trailer” will display when the 
trailer is not calibrated and the vehicle is 
moving while the button is pushed.
“To activate trailer steering shift to P” will 
display when the trailer is calibrated success
-
fully and the vehicle is not in PARK.
“Trailer Steering ready, shift to reverse” will 
display when the button is pushed, trailer is 
calibrated and the vehicle is in PARK.
“Trailer steering active” will display after the 
driver shifts to REVERSE and indicates the 
feature is active.
“Trailer Steering Unavailable” will display if 
there is a fault in the system preventing acti -
vation, the driver’s door is open, the driver’s 
seat belt is unbuckled, or the tailgate is open. Other reasons the feature may cancel:
The driver overrides steering by placing 
hands on the steering wheel.
Trailer tracking is lost.
If the trailer angle becomes excessive, the 
brakes apply bringing the vehicle to a stop 
and then applying the parking brake.
Trailer steering button is pushed while active.
Vehicle speed goes over 8 mph (12 km/h).
Driver door is open and seat belt is 
unbuckled.
Transmission shifted to PARK.
Trailer Memory
The trailer steering system can remember up to 
five trailers, so recalibration will not be 
necessary.
To store a trailer to memory, calibrate the trailer 
and then allow the vehicle to be off for a period 
of time. The next time the vehicle is started, 
place the vehicle in DRIVE and drive a short 
distance. The trailer system can then be 
activated.
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Daytime Running Lights
................................... 53Dealer Service............................................... 409Defroster, Rear Window................................... 63Defroster, Windshield............................. 63, 369Deleting A Phone........................................... 275Diagnostic System, Onboard......................... 137Diesel Fuel..................................................... 471Diesel Fuel Requirements............................. 471Bulk Storage Of......................................... 210Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming..................... 414Differential, Limited Slip................................ 174Disable Vehicle Towing.................................. 392Disc Drive...................................................... 268Disconnecting................................................ 275Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)....................... 423Disturb........................................................... 278Door Ajar........................................................ 129Door Ajar Light............................................... 129Door LocksAutomatic.................................................... 30Doors............................................................... 27Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter............ 412Driver Memory Presets.................................. 265Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................................... 34DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
..................................... 234Dual Rear Wheels.......................................... 467
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Electric Brake Control System....................... 311Anti-Lock Brake System............................ 310Electronic Roll Mitigation................. 312, 318Electric Parking Brake................................... 151Electrical Power Outlets................................... 74Electronic Range Select (ERS)...................... 159Electronic Stability Control (ESC).................. 312Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 128Electronically Shifted Transfer Case.... 161, 163Emergency Braking....................................... 327Emergency Gas Can Refueling...................... 389Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................... 391Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 373Jump Starting........................................... 386Emission Control System Maintenance........ 138Engine........................................................... 404Air Cleaner................................................ 411Block Heater............................................. 150Break-In Recommendations..................... 150Compartment................404, 405, 406, 407Compartment Identification.............404, 405, 406, 407Coolant (Antifreeze).................................. 475Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 371, 372Fails To Start............................................ 144Flooded, Starting...................................... 144Fuel Requirements.......................... 468, 474Idling........................................................ 148
Jump Starting........................................... 386Oil...........................................410, 474, 475Oil Filler Cap............................................. 404Oil Filter.................................................... 410Oil Selection..................................... 410, 474Oil Synthetic.............................................. 410Overheating.............................................. 389Starting............................................ 143, 144Enhanced Accident Response 
Feature................................................ 353, 394Entry System, Illuminated................................58Ethanol.......................................................... 469Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 371, 372Exhaust System................................... 371, 420Exterior Lighting...............................................52Exterior Lights........................................ 52, 371
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Family Alerts................................................. 300FiltersAir Cleaner................................................ 411Air Conditioning................................. 67, 415Engine Fuel............................................... 412Engine Oil........................................ 410, 475Engine Oil Disposal................................... 410FlashersTurn Signals.............................. 55, 136, 371Flash-To-Pass...................................................54Flat Tire Stowage.......................................... 384Fluid Capacities............................................ 474
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Malfunction Indicator Light (Check 
Engine)
.......................................................... 130Manual Service...................................................... 482Media Hub....................................................... 72Media Mode.................................................. 268Memory Seat................................................... 32Memory Settings............................................. 32Methanol....................................................... 469Mirrors............................................................. 44Electric Powered......................................... 47Heated........................................................ 48Memory....................................................... 32Outside........................................................ 46Rearview..................................... 44, 45, 373Trailer Towing.............................................. 48Modifications/AlterationsVehicle........................................................ 11Monitor, Tire Pressure System....................... 327Mopar Parts................................................... 481MP3 Control.................................................... 72Multi-Function Control Lever............................ 53
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New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 150, 151
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Occupant Restraints...................................... 334Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............ 468, 469Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road).................... 235
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)................... 235Oil Filter, Change.......................................... 410Oil Filter, Selection........................................ 410Oil Pressure Light.......................................... 128Oil, Engine............................................ 410, 475Capacity.................................................... 474Dipstick.................................................... 408Disposal................................................... 410Filter................................................ 410, 475Filter Disposal........................................... 410Identification Logo.................................... 410Materials Added To.................................. 410Pressure Warning Light............................ 128Recommendation............................ 410, 474Synthetic.................................................. 410Viscosity................................................... 474Onboard Diagnostic System.......................... 137Operating Precautions.................................. 137Operator ManualOwner's Manual........................................ 482Outside Rearview Mirrors................................ 46Overheating, Engine...................................... 389
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Paint Care..................................................... 461Parking Brake............................................... 151ParkSense Active Park Assist........................ 195ParkSense System, Rear.............................. 189Passive Entry................................................... 28Pedals, Adjustable........................................... 43
Pets............................................................... 369Phone Mode.................................................. 271Pickup Box................................................90, 92Pinch Protection........................................81, 83Placard, Tire And Loading Information.......... 447PowerDistribution Center (Fuses).............. 428, 432Door Locks...................................................28Mirrors.........................................................47Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)..........74, 75Seats...........................................................36Side Steps...................................................28Sliding Rear Window....................................79Steering............................................. 47, 174Sunroof.................................................80, 82Windows......................................................77Power SeatsDown...........................................................36Forward.......................................................36Rearward.....................................................36Recline.........................................................37Tilt................................................................37Up................................................................36Pregnant Women And Seat Belts.................. 340Presets.......................................................... 265PretensionersSeat Belts................................................. 340
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Seats
................................................. 34, 35, 36Adjustment........................................... 34, 36Easy Entry................................................... 37Head Restraints.......................................... 40Memory....................................................... 32Power.......................................................... 36Rear Folding................................................ 34Reclining Rear............................................. 36Tilting.......................................................... 34Security System...................................... 26, 127Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)...................475Send & Go........................................... 293, 302Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................. 20Service Assistance......................................... 479Service Contract............................................ 480Service Manuals............................................ 482Settings, Audio.............................................. 266Shifting.......................................................... 154Automatic Transmission............................ 156Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer  Case Neutral (N)................................... 232Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of TransferCase Neutral (N)................................... 233Shoulder Belts............................................... 336Side Steps, Power............................................ 28Signals, Turn..................................55, 136, 371Sirius Satellite Radio..................................... 261Favorites................................................... 264Replay....................................................... 262
SiriusXM Satellite RadioBrowse in SXM......................................... 264Favorites................................................... 264Replay...................................................... 262Sliding Rear Window, Power............................ 79Smart Watch................................................. 300Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 458Snow Plow.................................................... 227Snow Tires.................................................... 454SOS Call............................................... 286, 301Spare Tires.......................................... 455, 456Spark Plugs................................................... 475Speed Control (Cruise Control)..................... 179Starting....................................... 140, 143, 144Automatic Transmission........................... 141Button......................................................... 21Cold Weather............................................ 146Engine Fails To Start................................. 144Starting And Operating......................... 143, 144Starting Procedures............................. 143, 144Starting Procedures (Gas Engines)............... 140SteeringPower....................................................... 174Tilt Column.................................................. 31Wheel, Heated...................................... 31, 32Wheel, Tilt.................................................... 31Steering Wheel Audio Controls..................... 259Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System...... 259
Steps, Power Side............................................28Stolen Vehicle Assistance.................... 297, 303Storage............................................................68Storage Compartment, Center Seat.................68Storage, Vehicle..................................... 66, 461Store Radio Presets...................................... 265Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 461Sun Roof..................................... 80, 81, 82, 84Sunglasses Storage.........................................70Sunshade Operation........................................81SuspensionAir.................................................... 165, 169Sway Control, Trailer..................................... 318Synthetic Engine Oil...................................... 410
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Tailgate Removal.............................................86Tailgate, Electronic Lowering...........................85Telescoping Steering Column...........................31Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC).............65TiltDown...........................................................37Up................................................................37Tilt Steering Column.........................................31Tip Start........................................................ 143Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 447Tire Markings................................................ 443Tire Safety Information.................................. 443
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