wheel Ram 4500 Chassis Cab 2019 Owner's Manual
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STEERING WHEEL ......................................................... 53
Tilt Steering Column ................................................... 53
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ..................... 54
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ..... 55
MIRRORS ............................................................................ 56
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ................. 56
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped ............ 57
Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera
Display — If Equipped ................................................ 58
Outside Mirrors ............................................................ 58
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If
Equipped......................................................................... 59
Power Mirrors — If Equipped .................................... 59
Power Convex Mirror Switch — If Equipped ........... 60
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ..................... 61
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ................................. 62
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .............. 62
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And
Trailer Tow — If Equipped .......................................... 63
Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ................ 65
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..........................................................66
Multifunction Lever ......................................................66
Headlight Switch ...........................................................66
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped .....67
High/Low Beam Switch ...............................................67
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped .........................................................................67
Flash-To-Pass ................................................................68
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................68
Parking Lights And Panel Lights ................................69
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)........................................69
Headlight Delay .............................................................69
Lights-On Reminder......................................................69
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .................................70
Turn Signals ................................................................70
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............................70
Cargo Lights — If Equipped ........................................71
Battery Saver...................................................................71
INTERIOR LIGHTS ............................................................72
Courtesy Lights ..............................................................72
Illuminated Entry ..........................................................74
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ....................74
Windshield Wipers ......................................................74
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .........................76
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ............ 251
PARKING BRAKE ........................................................... 252
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .................................... 254
Ignition Park Interlock ................................................ 255
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System ........... 256
Six–Speed Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped .................................................................. 256
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission .................... 265
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 272
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case —
If Equipped .................................................................. 272
Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped ..... 277
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL .................................... 281
POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED
(CHASSIS CAB ONLY) ................................................... 281
Stationary Mode .......................................................... 282
Mobile Mode ................................................................ 283
POWER STEERING .......................................................... 283
Hydraulic Power Steering .......................................... 283
SPEED CONTROL ........................................................... 285
To Activate.................................................................... 285
To Set A Desired Speed...............................................286
To Vary The Speed Setting .........................................286
To Accelerate For Passing .......................................... 287
To Resume Speed.........................................................288
To Deactivate ................................................................288
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................................288
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation .............290
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ............290
To Activate/Deactivate...............................................291
To Set A Desired ACC Speed.....................................292
To Cancel.......................................................................292
To Turn Off ...................................................................293
To Resume .................................................................... 293
To Vary The Speed Setting .........................................293
Setting The Following Distance In ACC ..................295
Overtake Aid ................................................................298
ACC Operation At Stop ..............................................298
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu.....................299
Display Warnings And Maintenance .......................300
Precautions While Driving With ACC .....................302
General Information ....................................................306
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode...........307
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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ................................................................... 309
ParkSense Sensors ....................................................... 310
ParkSense Warning Display ...................................... 310
ParkSense Display ....................................................... 310
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .......................... 315
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System..... 315
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................... 316
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ...................... 316
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST ..... 317
ParkSense Sensors ....................................................... 318
ParkSense Warning Display ...................................... 318
ParkSense Display ....................................................... 318
Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear
ParkSense ...................................................................... 323
Service The ParkSense Front/Rear Park Assist
System ........................................................................... 324
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................... 324
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ...................... 324
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ................. 326
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ................................................................... 330
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GAS ........................... 336
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................................. 337
VEHICLE LOADING .....................................................337
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ....................337
Payload..........................................................................338
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)..........................338
Tire Size .........................................................................338
Rim Size.........................................................................338
Inflation Pressure .........................................................338
Curb Weight .................................................................338
Loading .........................................................................338
TRAILER TOWING ........................................................339
Common Towing Definitions ....................................339
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight ...... 344
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings) ......................................................................345
Trailer And Tongue Weight ......................................345
Towing Requirements ................................................346
Towing Tips .................................................................353
SNOWPLOW .................................................................... 355
2500/3500 Models Only..............................................355
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.) ...................................................................................358
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ........358
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models .... 359
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive
Models ...........................................................................359
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DRIVING TIPS................................................................... 363
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................................... 363
Driving Through Water ............................................. 364
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............................. 366
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............. 366
BULB REPLACEMENT .................................................. 371
Replacement Bulbs ..................................................... 371
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ............................................ 373
FUSES.................................................................................. 380
Power Distribution Center ......................................... 381
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......................... 390
4500/5500 Models ....................................................... 391
Preparations For Jacking ............................................ 391
Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series............... 392
To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped .......... 396
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped .............. 397
JUMP STARTING ............................................................ 398
Preparations For Jump Start ...................................... 399
Jump Starting Procedure ............................................ 400
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .................................. 401
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE — 6–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .............................................................. 402
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ...............................................................403
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......................................405
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...............................406
Two-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 407
Four-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 408
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped....................408
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................409
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)................................. 409
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ............................................410
Maintenance Plan ........................................................411
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...............................414
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................................... 415
6.4L Engine ..................................................................415
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........................416
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................416
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................................... 417
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DEALER SERVICE ........................................................... 417
Engine Oil — Gas Engine .......................................... 418
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 419
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ......................................... 420
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................. 421
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................................ 426
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 428
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................... 428
Exhaust System ........................................................... 431
Cooling System ........................................................... 433
Brake System ............................................................... 438
Automatic Transmission ............................................ 439
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level .......................................................................... 442
Transfer Case ............................................................... 444
HOISTING ......................................................................... 444
TIRES .................................................................................. 444
Tire Safety Information ............................................ 444
Tires — General Information ................................... 454
Tire Types ..................................................................... 460
Spare Tires — If Equipped ..................................... 461
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................................. 464
Tire Chains (Traction Devices) ................................. 465
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................... 466
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ...............................................468
Treadwear .....................................................................469
Traction Grades............................................................ 469
Temperature Grades ................................................... 469
STORING THE VEHICLE .............................................470
BODYWORK ......................................................................470
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ....................470
Body And Underbody Maintenance .........................471
Preserving The Bodywork .......................................... 471
INTERIORS .......................................................................472
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................................472
Plastic And Coated Parts ............................................473
Leather Parts.................................................................474
Glass Surfaces ..............................................................474
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...............................................475
Vehicle Identification Number ................................. 475
BRAKE SYSTEM ...............................................................476
Hydraulic Brake Assist ...............................................476
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .....476
Torque Specifications ................................................477
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FUEL REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 479
6.4L Engine ................................................................... 479
Reformulated Gasoline .......................................... 479
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 480
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .................................... 480
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles............ 481
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ................ 481
MMT In Gasoline......................................................... 481
Fuel System Cautions.................................................. 481
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ................................... 482
FLUID CAPACITIES ..................................................... 483
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ......................................... 484
Engine ........................................................................... 484
Chassis ......................................................................... 486
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ................................................... 487
DRAG & DROP MENU BAR ........................................ 487
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................ 488
UCONNECT SETTINGS ................................................. 490
Uconnect 3 Settings ..................................................... 490
Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings ............................ 509
Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Settings ..... 529
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED .......................................................................550
Radio Operation........................................................... 550
Media Mode..................................................................551
IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ........551
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .........555
Regulatory And Safety Information .........................556
VOICE COMMANDS .....................................................557
Introducing Uconnect .................................................557
Get Started .................................................................... 557
Basic Voice Commands...............................................559
Radio..............................................................................561
Media ............................................................................. 564
Phone ............................................................................. 566
Voice Text Reply — If Equipped ...............................569
Climate (4C/4C NAV) ................................................570
Navigation (4C NAV) .................................................572
SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV) —
If Equipped ...................................................................573
Register (4C/4C NAV)................................................574
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer, congratulations on selecting your new
vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman-
ship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and
perform tasks that are not intended for conventional
passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers differently
from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so
take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped,
the two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for
on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or
use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive
vehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle
controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, trans -
mission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle
handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will
improve with experience. When driving off-road, or
working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the
vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics. Always
observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever
you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or
a collision. Refer to the “Driving Tips” in “Starting and Oper
-
ating” for further information.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance
of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supple -
mented by Warranty Information, and customer oriented
documents. In the attached Warranty Booklet you will find a
description of the services that FCA offers to its customers,
the Warranty Certificate and the details of the terms and
conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time
to read all of these publications carefully before driving your
vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recom -
mendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual
will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle.
Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or
versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore,
you should only consider the information which is related to
the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased.
Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Informa -
tion, that may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the Remote Start button on the key
fob twice within five seconds. The parking lights
will flash, vehicle doors will lock, and the horn will
chirp twice (if programmed). Once the vehicle has started,
the engine will run for 15 minutes.
NOTE:
• If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start will automatically lock the doors.
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window and power sunroof operation (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the key fob. However, the ignition
must be placed in the ON/RUN position before you can
repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or allow
the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable
with a one time push of the remote start button for two
seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and disarm
the vehicle security alarm system (if equipped). Then, prior
to the end of the 15-minute cycle, cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on in
cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat
feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is
activated. These features will stay on through the duration of
Remote Start or until the ignition switch is placed in the ON/
RUN mode.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53
Rear Head Restraint Removal
To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment button
and the release button while pulling upward on the whole
assembly. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head
restraint posts into the holes and adjust it to the appropriate
height.
NOTE:
To remove outboard restraints, the rear seat bottom must be
folded up.
STEERING WHEEL
Tilt Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or
downward. The tilt lever is located on the steering column,
below the multifunction lever.
Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the
steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering
wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired.
Release the lever to lock the steering column firmly in place.Tilt Steering Lever
WARNING!
• A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occu -
pants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed
head restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.
• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat.
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Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
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 on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, as well as
within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.
• Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn theheating 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.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated
steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a
remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
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, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other
physical 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 insu -
lates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel
covers of any type and material. This may cause the
steering wheel heater to overheat.