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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE441
4. Disengage the side marker socket by
rotating counterclockwise a quarter turn.
5. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the housing.
6. Separate the bulb from the socket without twisting.
7. Reverse the procedure for installation of new bulb and covers.
Fog Lamps — If Equipped
Please see an authorized dealer for service on
LED and Halogen front fog lamps.
Halogen
See below steps to replace:

1. Reach under and behind the front fascia/ bumper to access the back of the front fog
lamp housing.

2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Fog Lamp Bulb

3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock the bulb from the housing.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
5. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and cover. Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
See below steps to replace:

1. Remove the two screws and push pins
retainers that pass through the bed sheet
metal.

Tail Lamp Locations

CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by
touching it with your fingers or by allowing it
to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb
life will result.
1 — Tail Lamp
2 — Fasteners
3 — Push - Pin Retainers
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2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward
far enough to unsnap the two receptacles
on the outboard side of the lamp housing
from the two plastic snap post retainers in
the outer box side panel.

Tail Lamp Removal

3. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.

Wiring Harness Connector
4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise a
quarter turn to unlock it from the housing.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
6. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing.
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
With Cargo Lamp
See below steps to replace:

1. Remove the four screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
CHMSL Mounting Screw Locations

2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring harness to the body.

CHMSL Bulb Location

CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by
touching it with your fingers or by allowing it
to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb
life will result.

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3. Turn the desired bulb socket a quarter turn
counterclockwise and remove the socket
and bulb from housing.
4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps
Inside Bulb: Center High Mounted Stop
Lamp
5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing.
TIRES
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire safety information will cover aspects of the
following information: Tire Markings, Tire
Identification Numbers, Tire Terminology and
Definitions, Tire Pressures, and Tire Loading.
Tire Markings

Tire Markings

NOTE:
P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on
US design standards. P-Metric tires have the
letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding
the size designation. Example: P215/65R15
95H.
European — Metric tire sizing is based on
European design standards. Tires designed
to this standard have the tire size molded
into the sidewall beginning with the section
width. The letter "P" is absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.
LT (Light Truck) — Metric tire sizing is based
on US design standards. The size designation
for LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric
tires except for the letters “LT” that are
molded into the sidewall preceding the size
designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
Temporary spare tires are designed for
temporary emergency use only. Temporary
high pressure compact spare tires have the
letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall
preceding the size designation. Example:
T145/80D18 103M.
High flotation tire sizing is based on US
design standards and it begins with the tire
diameter molded into the sidewall. Example:
31x10.5 R15 LT.
CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by
touching it with your fingers or by allowing it
to contract other oily surfaces. Shortened
bulb life will result.
1 — US DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN)
2 — Size Designation
3 — Service Description
4 — Maximum Load
5 — Maximum Pressure
6 — Treadwear, Traction and Tempera -
ture Grades
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INDEX
A
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)
................................................ 177, 179Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 422Adding Fuel.......................................... 208, 210Additives, Fuel............................................... 469AdjustDown........................................................... 36Forward....................................................... 36Rearward..................................................... 36Up................................................................ 36Adjustable Pedals............................................ 43Advance Phone Connectivity......................... 279Air BagAir Bag Operation...................................... 344Air Bag Warning Light...................... 342, 345Enhanced Accident Response......... 353, 394Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 394Front Air Bag............................................. 345If Deployment Occurs................................ 352Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 349Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 354Maintenance............................................. 354Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.............343Transporting Pets...................................... 369Air Bag Light............................... 126, 342, 369
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)............................................................ 411Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 415Air Conditioner Refrigerant........................... 415Air Conditioner System................................. 415Air Conditioning................................................ 63Air Conditioning Filter..............................67, 415Air Conditioning System................................... 65Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 66Air Filter........................................................ 411Air PressureTires......................................................... 450Air Suspension..................................... 165, 169AlarmSecurity Alarm....................................26, 127Alterations/ModificationsVehicle......................................................... 11Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................. 422, 474Disposal................................................... 423Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...................... 310Anti-Lock Warning Light................................ 132Assist, Hill Start............................................. 317Audio Settings............................................... 266Audio Systems (Radio).................................. 236Auto Down Power Windows............................. 78Automatic Door Locks...................................... 30
Automatic Headlights.......................................54Automatic High Beams.....................................53Automatic Tailgate Release.............................85Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............65Automatic Transmission....................... 156, 426Adding Fluid.............................................. 426Fluid And Filter Change............................. 426Fluid Change............................................. 426Fluid Level Check...................................... 426Fluid Type........................................ 426, 478Special Additives...................................... 426Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode... 159AutoPark....................................................... 141AUX Camera......................................... 204, 208Auxiliary Driving Systems.............................. 318Axle Fluid.............................................. 426, 478Axle Lubrication............................................ 426
B
Back-Up......................................................... 202Back-Up Camera........................................... 202Battery................................................. 128, 409Charging System Light.............................. 128Keyless Key Fob Replacement....................18Battery Saver Feature......................................57Belts, Seat.................................................... 369
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Blind Spot Monitoring
.................................... 318Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile PhoneOr Audio Device After Pairing
................275Body Builders Guide........................................ 11Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 418B-Pillar Location............................................. 447Brake Assist System...................................... 311Brake Control System.................................... 311Brake Fluid.......................................... 425, 478Brake System...................................... 425, 467Fluid Check............................................... 425Master Cylinder......................................... 425Parking...................................................... 151Warning Light............................................ 126Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 155Bulb Replacement......................................... 437Bulbs, Light.......................................... 371, 437
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Camera.......................................................... 202Camera, AUX........................................ 204, 208Camera, Rear...................................... 202, 204Camper............................................................ 97Capacities, Fuel............................................. 474Caps, FillerOil (Engine)................................................ 404Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 423Car Washes................................................... 462
Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 371, 372Cargo Light....................................................... 56CD................................................................. 268Cellular Phone.............................................. 309Center High Mounted Stop Light................... 442Center Seat Storage Compartment.................. 68Charge Air Cooler.......................................... 424Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 444Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................................................. 138Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 369Checks, Safety.............................................. 369Child Restraint.............................................. 355Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 358Child Seat Installation..................... 364, 365How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 363Infant And Child Restraints....................... 357Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 362Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 360Older Children And Child Restraints......... 357Seating Positions...................................... 359Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 469CleaningWheels..................................................... 456Climate Control................................................ 60Automatic.................................................... 60Manual........................................................ 63Cold Weather Operation............................... 146
Compact Spare Tire...................................... 455Connected Services...................................... 282Connected Services FAQ............................... 301Connected Services Features....................... 286Connected Services, Getting Started............ 284Connected Services, Introduction................. 282Contract, Service........................................... 480Controls........................................................ 259Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 423Cooling System............................................. 421Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 422Coolant Level................................... 421, 423Cooling Capacity....................................... 474Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 423Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 422Inspection................................................. 423Points To Remember................................ 424Pressure Cap............................................ 423Radiator Cap............................................. 423Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 422, 474, 475Corrosion Protection..................................... 461Cruise ControlAccel/Decel.............................................. 178Cancel....................................................... 179Resume.................................................... 179Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 177, 179Cruise Light................................................... 136Customer Assistance.................................... 479Cybersecurity................................................ 236

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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
E
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
F
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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Fluid Leaks
.................................................... 371Fluid Level Checks Brake........................................................ 425Fluid, Brake................................................... 478Fog Lights............................................... 55, 441Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 34Forward Collision Warning............................. 324Four Wheel Drive........................................... 161Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 373Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 391Front Axle (Differential).................................. 426Fuel............................................ 210, 468, 471Adding............................................. 208, 210Additives................................................... 469Clean Air.................................................... 469Ethanol...................................................... 469Filter.......................................................... 412Gasoline.................................................... 468Light.......................................................... 131Materials Added........................................ 469Methanol................................................... 469Octane Rating........................ 468, 469, 475Requirements........................ 468, 471, 474Specifications............................................ 471Tank Capacity............................................ 474Fuses............................................................. 427
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 49Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 469Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 469GaugesVoltage..................................................... 146Glass Cleaning.............................................. 466Grocery Bag Retainer....................................... 39Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 215Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 214GuideBody Builders.............................................. 11GVWR............................................................ 213
H
HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 234Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 373Head Restraints............................................... 40Head Rests...................................................... 40Headlights.................................................... 439Cleaning................................................... 462High Beam................................................... 53High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 53Lights On Reminder..................................... 55Passing........................................................ 54Switch.......................................................... 52
Heated Mirrors.................................................48Heated Seats...................................................38Heater, Engine Block..................................... 150High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch..............................................................53Hill Descent Control...................................... 315Hill Descent Control Indicator....................... 315Hill Start Assist.............................................. 317HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 218HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................49Hood Prop........................................................84Hood Release...................................................84
I
Ignition.............................................................21Switch..........................................................21Illuminated Entry..............................................58Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 44, 45, 373Instrument Cluster............................... 110, 113Descriptions............................ 110, 113, 136Display...................................................... 114Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 465Integrated Trailer Brake Control.................... 223Interior Appearance Care.............................. 464Interior Lights...................................................57Intervention Regeneration Strategy..... 121, 414Inverter Outlet (115V)......................................75

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J
Jack Location
................................................. 377Jump Starting................................................ 386
K
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs
.............. 20Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)............................................................... 18Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)............................................................... 20Keyless Enter-N-Go................................. 28, 143Passive Entry............................................... 28Keys................................................................. 17
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 55Lane Change Assist......................................... 55LaneSense.................................................... 199Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 336Latches.......................................................... 371Hood........................................................... 84Lead Free Gasoline........................................ 468Leaks, Fluid................................................... 371Life Of Tires................................................... 452Light Bulbs........................................... 371, 437
Lights............................................................ 371Air Bag.................................... 126, 342, 369Brake Assist Warning............................... 314Brake Warning.......................................... 126Bulb Replacement.................................... 437Cargo........................................................... 56Center Mounted Stop............................... 442Courtesy/Reading....................................... 57Cruise....................................................... 136Daytime Running......................................... 53Electronic Stability Program (ESP)Indicator............................................... 128Exterior...............................................52, 371Fog........................................................... 441Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 373Headlights............................................ 52, 54High Beam................................................... 53High Beam/Low Beam Select...................... 53Hill Descent Control Indicator................... 315Illuminated Entry......................................... 58Interior......................................................... 57Lights On Reminder..................................... 55Low Fuel................................................... 131Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 130Park.......................................................... 135Passing........................................................ 54
Seat Belt Reminder.................................. 126Security Alarm.......................................... 127Service...................................................... 437Traction Control........................................ 314Turn Signals............55, 136, 371, 439, 441Warning Instrument ClusterDescriptions................................ 128, 136Limited-Slip Differential....................... 174, 427Load Shed Battery Saver Mode..................... 125Load Shed Battery Saver On......................... 125Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction........... 125Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............ 125Loading Vehicle............................................. 213Tires.......................................................... 447LocksAutomatic Door............................................30Child Protection...........................................31Power Door..................................................28Low Tire Pressure System............................. 327Lubrication, Body.......................................... 418Lug Nuts........................................................ 467Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 467
M
Maintenance.............................................81, 84Maintenance Free Battery............................ 409Maintenance Schedule............... 395, 399, 40011

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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
N
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 150, 151
O
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
P
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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R
Radial Ply Tires
.............................................. 451Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).. 421, 423Radio Presets...................................................... 265Radio Controls............................................... 259Radio Mode................................................... 259Radio Operation.................................. 259, 309Radio Remote Controls.................................. 259Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 59Rear Axle (Differential)................................... 426Rear Camera................................................. 204Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails............................ 91Rear Cross Path............................................. 321Rear ParkSense System................................ 189Rear Window, Sliding....................................... 79Reclining Rear Seats....................................... 36Recreational Towing...................................... 230Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 232Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N).. 233Reformulated Gasoline.................................. 469Refrigerant.................................................... 415Registering SiriusXM Guardian...................... 283Release, Hood................................................. 84Release, Tailgate............................................. 85Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 335Remote Features, Door Lock/Unlock.. 290, 302Remote Features, Horn And Lights................291Remote Features, Starting.................. 291, 303
Remote Keyless EntryProgramming Additional Key Fobs............... 20Remote Sound System (Radio) Control......... 259Remote Start (Diesel)...................................... 25Remote Start (Gasoline).................................. 22Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 23Remote Starting System........................... 22, 25Remove, Tailgate............................................. 86Replacement Bulbs...................................... 437Replacement Tires........................................ 453Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 481Restraints, Child........................................... 355Restraints, Head.............................................. 40Roadside Assistance............................ 292, 302Rotation, Tires.............................................. 460
S
Safety........................................................... 258Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 369Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 371Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 481Safety Features............................................. 258Safety Information, Tire................................ 443Safety Tips.................................................... 369Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 371Satellite Radio.............................................. 261Saved Radio Stations................................... 265
Schedule, Maintenance..............395, 399, 400Seat Belt Reminder....................................... 126Seat Belts............................................ 335, 369Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 339Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 339Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage............................................ 339Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 341Child Restraints........................................ 355Energy Management Feature................... 340Extender................................................... 340Front Seat............................... 335, 336, 338Inspection................................................. 369Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 338Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 339Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 336Operating Instructions.............................. 338Pregnant Women...................................... 340Pretensioners........................................... 340Rear Seat.................................................. 336Reminder.................................................. 335Seat Belt Extender.................................... 340Seat Belt Pretensioner.............................. 340Seat Belt Reminder.................................. 335Untwisting Procedure................................ 339Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 465
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