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Table of Contents1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

5 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315

7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341

8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381

9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383

10 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387

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1INTRODUCTION

• INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4• IMPORTANT NOTICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6• VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6• VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6• VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new FCA USLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents pre-cision workmanship, distinctive styling, and highquality.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared withthe assistance of service and engineering spe-cialists to acquaint you with the operation andmaintenance of your vehicle. It is supplementedby Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time toread these publications carefully. Following theinstructions and recommendations in thismanual will help assure safe and enjoyableoperation of your vehicle.

NOTE:After reviewing the owner information, itshould be stored in the vehicle for conve-nient referencing, and remain with the ve-hicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that yourauthorized dealer knows your vehicle best, hasfactory-trained technicians and genuineMOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfac-tion.

IMPORTANT NOTICEALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI-CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFOR-MATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICA-TION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVEDTO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared withthe assistance of service and engineering spe-cialists to acquaint you with the operation andmaintenance of your new vehicle. It is supple-mented by a Warranty Information Booklet andvarious customer-oriented documents. You areurged to read these publications carefully. Fol-lowing the instructions and recommendations inthis Owner’s Manual will help assure safe andenjoyable operation of your vehicle.

After you have read the Owner’s Manual, itshould be stored in the vehicle for convenientreference and remain with the vehicle whensold.

The manufacturer reserves the right to makechanges in design and specifications, and/or tomake additions to or improvements in its prod-ucts without imposing any obligations upon itselfto install them on products previously manufac-tured.

The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describesthe features that are standard or available asextra cost options. Therefore, some of theequipment and accessories in this publicationmay not appear on your vehicle.

NOTE:Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual firstbefore driving your vehicle and before at-taching or installing parts/accessories ormaking other modifications to the vehicle.

In view of the many replacement parts andaccessories from various manufacturers avail-able on the market, the manufacturer cannot becertain that the driving safety of your vehicle willnot be impaired by the attachment or installationof such parts. Even if such parts are officially-approved (for example, by a general operatingpermit for the part or by constructing the part inan officially approved design), or if an individualoperating permit was issued for the vehicle afterthe attachment or installation of such parts, itcannot be implicitly assumed that the drivingsafety of your vehicle is unimpaired. Therefore,neither experts nor official agencies are liable.The manufacturer only assumes responsibilitywhen parts, which are expressly authorized orrecommended by the manufacturer, are at-tached or installed at an authorized dealer. Thesame applies when modifications to the originalcondition are subsequently made on the manu-facturer’s vehicles.

Your warranties do not cover any part that themanufacturer did not supply. Nor do they coverthe cost of any repairs or adjustments that mightbe caused or needed because of the installationor use of non-manufacturer parts, components,equipment, materials, or additives. Nor do yourwarranties cover the costs of repairing damageor conditions caused by any changes to yourvehicle that do not comply with the manufactur-ers specifications.

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When it comes to service, remember that yourauthorized dealer knows your vehicle best, hasfactory-trained technicians and genuineMOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfac-tion.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUALConsult the Table of Contents to determinewhich section contains the information you de-sire.

Since the specification of your vehicle dependson the items of equipment ordered, certaindescriptions and illustrations may differ fromyour vehicle’s equipment.

The detailed index at the back of this Owner’sManual contains a complete listing of all sub-jects.

Consult the following table for a description ofthe symbols that may be used on your vehicle orthroughout this Owner’s Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGSagainst operating procedures that could result ina collision, bodily injury and/or death. It alsocontains CAUTIONS against procedures thatcould result in damage to your vehicle. If you donot read this entire Owner’s Manual, you maymiss important information. Observe all Warn-ings and Cautions.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERSThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty does notapply to body modifications or special equip-ment installed by van conversion/campermanufacturers/body builders. U.S. residents re-fer to the Warranty Information book, Section2.1.C. Canadian residents refer to the “What IsNot Covered” section of the Warranty Informa-tion book. Such equipment includes video moni-tors, VCRs, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc.For warranty coverage and service on theseitems, contact the applicable manufacturer.

Operating instructions for the special equipmentinstalled by the conversion/camper manufac-turer should also be supplied with your vehicle.If these instructions are missing, please contactyour authorized dealer for assistance in obtain-ing replacement documents from the applicablemanufacturer.

For information on the Body Builder’s Guiderefer to www.rambodybuilder.com. This web-site contains dimensional and technical specifi-

cations for your vehicle. It is intended for Sec-ond Stage Manufacturer’s technical support. Forservice issues, contact your authorized dealer.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBERThe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is foundon the left front corner of the instrument panel,visible through the windshield. This number alsoappears on the vehicle frame and underbody aswell as the Automobile Information DisclosureLabel affixed to a window on your vehicle, thevehicle registration and title.

NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this ve-hicle could seriously affect its roadworthinessand safety and may lead to a collision result-ing in serious injury or death.

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2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOURVEHICLE

• A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9• Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) And Key Fob — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .9• Keyless Push Button Ignition And Key Fob — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .9• Key Fobs — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10• Removing Key Fob From The (WIN) Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11• Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

• SENTRY KEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12• Replacement Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13• Customer Key Fob Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13• Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13• To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13• To Disarm The System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14• Security System Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

• ILLUMINATED APPROACH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

• Remote Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15• To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16• Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16• Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Vehicle) — If Equipped. . . .16• Programming Additional Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16• Key Fob Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

• REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18• How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18• Remote Start Abort Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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• To Enter Remote Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18• To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . .19• To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .19• Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

• DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19• Manual Door Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19• Power Door Locks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20• Child-Protection Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

• KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21• WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

• Power Windows — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23• Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

• OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24• Occupant Restraint Systems Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24• Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24• Seat Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25• Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32• Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39• Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

• ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53• SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

• Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54• Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54• Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .55• Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . .56

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYour vehicle uses either a key start ignitionsystem or keyless ignition system. The key startignition system consists of a either a WirelessIgnition Node (WIN) system, or a Keyless PushButton Ignition system.

Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) AndKey Fob — If EquippedThe Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operatessimilar to an ignition switch. It has four operatingpositions, three with detents and one that isspring-loaded. The detent positions are OFF,ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is aspring-loaded momentary contact position.When released from the START position, theswitch automatically returns to the ON/RUNposition. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Key Fob

The key fob operates the ignition switch. Insertthe square end of the key fob into the ignitionswitch located on the instrument panel androtate to the desired position. The WIN key fobalso contains an emergency key which is storedin the rear of the key fob.

Keyless Push Button Ignition AndKey Fob — If EquippedThis feature allows the driver to operate theignition switch with the push of a button as longas the Remote Keyless Entry key fob is in thepassenger compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four op-erating positions; three of which are labeled andwill illuminate when in position. The three posi-tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourthposition is START, during start RUN will illumi-nate.

Wireless Ignition Switch

1 — OFF2 — ACC (Accessory)3 — ON/RUN4 — START

Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Key Fob

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NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not changewith the push of a button, the key fob mayhave a low or dead battery. In this situation,a back up method can be used to operate theignition switch. Put the nose side (side op-posite of the emergency key) of the key fobagainst the ENGINE START/STOP button,with your foot applied on the brake pedal,and push to operate the ignition switch.

Keyless Push Button Ignition Key Fob

This Keyless Push Button Ignition key fob allowsthe driver to operate the ignition switch with thepush of a button, as long as the Remote KeylessEntry key fob is in the passenger compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four op-erating positions, three of which are labeled andwill illuminate when in position. The three posi-tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourthposition is START, during start RUN will illumi-nate. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entrykey fob and an emergency key, which stores inthe rear of the key fob.

Key Fobs — If EquippedThe key fob operates the ignition switch. Insertthe square end of the key fob into the ignitionswitch located on the instrument panel androtate to the desired position. It also contains thekey fob and an emergency key, which stores inthe rear of the key fob.

The emergency key allows for entry into thevehicle should the battery in the vehicle or thekey fob go dead. You can keep the emergencykey with you when valet parking.

To remove the emergency key, slide the me-chanical latch at the top of the key fob sidewayswith your thumb and then pull the key out withyour other hand.

NOTE:When using the emergency key to gain ac-cess to your vehicle, be aware that the secu-rity alarm may be triggered. Insert the keyinto the ignition and place the ignition in theON/RUN mode to disarm the security sys-tem.

This Keyless Push Button Ignition key fob allowsthe driver to operate the ignition switch with thepush of a button, as long as the key fob is in thepassenger compartment. The Keyless PushButton Ignition has four operating positions,three of which are labeled and will illuminatewhen in position. The three positions are OFF,ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourth position is

Keyless Push Button Ignition

1 — OFF2 — ACC (Accessory)3 — ON/RUN

Keyless Push Button Ignition Key Fob

Emergency Key Removal

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START, during start RUN will illuminate. It alsocontains the key fob and an emergency key,which stores in the rear of the key fob.

The emergency key allows for entry into thevehicle should the battery in the vehicle or thekey fob go dead. You can keep the emergencykey with you when valet parking.

To remove the emergency key, slide the me-chanical latch on the backside of the key fobsideways with your thumb and then pull the keyout with your other hand.

NOTE:When using the emergency key to gain ac-cess to your vehicle, be aware that the secu-rity alarm may be triggered. Put the noseside (side opposite of the emergency key) ofthe key fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to disarm the securitysystem.

NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergencykey into the door lock cylinder with eitherside up.

Removing Key Fob From The (WIN)Ignition

Place the gear selector in PARK (if equippedwith an automatic transmission). Turn the keyfob to the OFF position and then remove the keyfob.

NOTE:

• The power window switches, radio, powersunroof (if equipped), and power outletswill remain active for up to 10 minutesafter the ignition switch is turned to theOFF position. Opening either front doorwill cancel this feature. Refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “UnderstandingYour Instrument Panel” for further infor-mation.

• For vehicles not equipped with a touch-screen radio, refer to “Instrument ClusterDisplay� in “Understanding Your Instru-ment Panel” for further information.

• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Un-derstanding Your Instrument Panel” forfurther information.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift theautomatic transmission into PARK or themanual transmission into REVERSE, applythe parking brake, turn the vehicle OFF,remove the key fobs from vehicle, and lockall doors. and lock your vehicle. If equippedwith Keyless Enter-N-Go, always makesure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF”mode, remove the key fob from the vehicleand lock the vehicle.

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Key Fob Emergency Key

Key Fob With Remote Keyless Entry (WIN)

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, orwith access to an unlocked vehicle. Leav-ing children in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A childor others could be seriously or fatally in-jured. Children should be warned not totouch the parking brake, brake pedal or thegear selector.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-tended is dangerous for a number of rea-sons. A child or others could be seriously orfatally injured. Children should be warnednot to touch the parking brake, brake pedalor the gear selector.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near thevehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-dren, and do not leave the ignition of avehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Goin the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child couldoperate power windows, other controls, ormove the vehicle.

• Do not leave children or animals insideparked vehicles in hot weather. Interiorheat build-up may cause serious injury ordeath.

CAUTION!

• If your vehicle battery becomes low ordead, your key fobs will become locked inthe ignition.

• Do not attempt to remove the key fobswhile in this condition, damage could occurto the key fobs or ignition module. Onlyremove the emergency key for locking andunlocking the doors.

• Leave the key fobs in the ignition andeither:• Jump Start the vehicle.• Charge the battery.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Alwaysremove the key from the ignition and lock alldoors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Key-In-Ignition ReminderOpening the driver’s door when the key fob is inthe ignition and the ignition switch position isOFF or ACC, a chime will sound to remind youto remove the key fob.

NOTE:

• �Keyed� Ignition systems will chime inOFF or ACC when the driver door is open.

• “Keyless� Ignition systems will chime inACC or RUN when the driver door is open.

• The instrument cluster display will display“Key In Ignition.”

SENTRY KEYThe Sentry Key Immobilizer System preventsunauthorized vehicle operation by disabling theengine. The system does not need to be armedor activated. Operation is automatic, regardlessof whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob, an Ignition NodeModule, Keyless Push Button Ignition and a RFreceiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-tion. Therefore, only key fobs that are pro-grammed to the vehicle can be used to start andoperate the vehicle. The system will not allowthe engine to crank if an invalid key fob is usedto start and operate the vehicle. The system willshut the engine off in two seconds if an invalidkey fob is used to start the engine.

NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed isalso considered an invalid key.

During normal operation, after placing the key-less ignition in the ON/RUN position, the vehiclesecurity light will turn on for three seconds for abulb check. If the light remains on after the bulbcheck, it indicates that there is a problem withthe electronics. In addition, if the light begins toflash after the bulb check, it indicates that some-one used an invalid key fob to try to start the

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engine. Either of these conditions will result inthe engine being shut off after two seconds.

If the vehicle security light turns on duringnormal vehicle operation (vehicle running forlonger than 10 seconds), it indicates that there isa fault in the electronics. Should this occur, havethe vehicle serviced as soon as possible by anauthorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is notcompatible with some aftermarket remotestarting systems. Use of these systems mayresult in vehicle starting problems and loss ofsecurity protection.

All of the key fobs provided with your newvehicle have been programmed to the vehicleelectronics.

Replacement Key FobsNOTE:Only key fobs that are programmed to thevehicle electronics can be used to start andoperate the vehicle. Once a key fob is pro-grammed to a vehicle, it cannot be pro-grammed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

• Always remove the key fobs from the ve-hicle and lock all doors when leaving thevehicle unattended.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always remember toplace the ignition in the OFF position.

NOTE:Duplication of key fobs may be performed atan authorized dealer. This procedure con-sists of programming a blank key fob to thevehicle electronics. A blank key fob is onethat has never been programmed.

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys-tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you toan authorized dealer.

Customer Key Fob ProgrammingProgramming key fobs may be performed at anauthorized dealer.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARMThe vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicledoors and ignition for unauthorized operation.When the vehicle security alarm is activated,interior switches for door locks are disabled. Thesystem provides both audible and visible signalsfor the first three minutes. The horn will sound,the headlights will turn on, the park lamps and/orturn signals will flash and vehicle security lightwill flash repeatedly. For an additional 15 min-

utes only, the headlights will turn on, the parklamps and/or turn signals, and vehicle securitylight will flash.

Rearming Of The SystemThe vehicle security alarm will rearm itself afterthe 15 additional minutes of headlights andvehicle security light flashing, if the system hasnot been disabled. If the condition which initi-ated the alarm is still present, the system willignore that condition and monitor the remainingdoors and ignition.

To Arm The SystemFollow these steps to arm the vehicle securityalarm:

1. Remove the key from the ignition system(refer to "Starting Procedures" in "StartingAnd Operating" for further information).

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, make sure the vehicleignition system is "OFF."

• For vehicles not equipped with KeylessEnter-N-Go — Ignition, make sure the ve-hicle ignition system is "OFF" and the keyis physically removed from the ignition.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lockthe vehicle:

• Push lock button on the interior power doorlock switch with the driver and/or passen-ger door open.

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• Push the lock button on the exterior Pas-sive Entry Door Handle with a valid key fobavailable in the same exterior zone (refer to"Keyless Enter- N-Go — Passive Entry" in"Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve-hicle" for further information).

• Push the lock button on the key fob.3. If any doors are open, close them.

The vehicle security alarm will set when you usethe power door locks, or use the key fob to lockthe doors. After all the doors are locked andclosed, the vehicle security light, in the instru-ment panel cluster, will flash rapidly for about16 seconds to indicate that the alarm is beingset. After the alarm is set, the vehicle securitylight will flash at a slower rate to indicate that thesystem is armed.

To Disarm The SystemThe vehicle security alarm can be disarmedusing any of the following methods:

1. Push the unlock button on the key fob.

2. Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handlewith a valid key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of thepassive entry door handle. If equipped, referto "Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry" in"Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve-hicle" for further information.

3. Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, push the Keyless Ignition

START/STOP button (requires at least onevalid key fob in the vehicle).

• For vehicles not equipped with KeylessEnter-N-Go, insert a valid key into theignition switch and turn the key to the ONposition.

The vehicle security alarm is designed to protectyour vehicle. However, you can create condi-tions where the system will give you a falsealarm. If one of the previously described armingsequences has occurred, the vehicle securityalarm will arm regardless of whether you are inthe vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicleand open a door, the alarm will sound. If thisoccurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed and thebattery becomes disconnected, the vehicle se-curity alarm will remain armed when the batteryis reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, andthe horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm thevehicle security alarm.

Security System Manual OverrideThe vehicle security alarm will not arm if youlock the doors using the manual door lockplunger.

ILLUMINATED APPROACHThe courtesy lights will turn on when you use thekey fob to unlock the doors or open any door.

This feature also turns on the approach lightingin the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to

“Mirrors” in “Understanding The Features OfYour Vehicle” for further information.

The lights will fade to off after approximately30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to offonce the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUNfrom the OFF position.

The front courtesy overhead console and doorcourtesy lights will not turn off if the dimmercontrol is in the “Dome ON” position (rotatehorizontal thumb wheel on the bottom of theswitch to the far right detent position).

The illuminated entry system will not operate ifthe dimmer control is in the “Dome OFF” posi-tion (rotate horizontal thumb wheel on the bot-tom of the switch to the far left detent position).

NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with illuminatedapproach lights under the outside mirrors,they can be turned off by using the instru-ment cluster display controls (if NOTequipped with a touchscreen radio) or theUconnect radio (if equipped with a touch-screen radio). Refer to “Instrument ClusterDisplay” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-standing Your Instrument Panel” for furtherinformation.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRYThe Remote Keyless Entry system allows you tolock or unlock all doors, tailgate, and the Ram-Box (if equipped) from distances up to approxi-

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mately 66 ft (20 m) using a key fob with inte-grated key. The key fob does not need to bepointed at the vehicle to activate the system.Push and release the lock button on the key fobto lock all doors, the tailgate and the RamBox (ifequipped). The turn signal lights will flash andthe horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

NOTE:Inserting the key fob with integrated key intothe ignition switch disables the system fromresponding to any button pushes from thatkey fob. Driving at speeds 5 MPH (8 km/h)and above disables the system from re-sponding to all key fob buttons for all keyfobs.

Remote Unlock The DoorsPush and release the unlock button on the keyfob once to unlock the driver’s door. Push theunlock button twice within five seconds to unlockall doors, the tailgate and the RamBox (ifequipped). The turn signal lights will flash toacknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminatedentry system will also turn on.

NOTE:The instrument cluster display or UconnectSettings are setup for driver door first, oth-erwise this will unlock all doors.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All DoorsFirstThis feature lets you program the system tounlock either the driver’s door or all doors on thefirst push of the unlock button on the key fob. Tochange the current setting, proceed as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display/

Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea-tures)” in “Understanding Your InstrumentPanel” for further information.

• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-standing Your Instrument Panel” for furtherinformation.

NOTE:Pushing the lock button on the key fob whileyou are inside the vehicle will activate thevehicle security alarm system. Opening adoor with the vehicle security alarm systemactivated will cause the alarm to sound.Push the unlock button to deactivate thevehicle security alarm system.

Flash Lamps With Remote Key LockThis feature will cause the turn signal lights toflash when the doors are locked or unlockedwith the key fob. This feature can be turned onor turned off. To change the current setting,proceed as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display/Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea-tures)” in “Understanding Your InstrumentPanel” for further information.


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To Lock The DoorsPush and release the lock button on the key fobto lock all doors, the tailgate and the RamBox (ifequipped). The turn signal lights will flash andthe horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

Sound Horn With Remote Key LockThis feature will cause the horn to chirp whenthe doors are locked with the key fob. Thisfeature can be turned on or turned off. Tochange the current setting, proceed as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display/Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea-tures)” in “Understanding Your InstrumentPanel” for further information.


NOTE:Pushing the lock button on the key fob whileyou are in the vehicle will activate the vehiclesecurity alarm system. Opening a door withthe vehicle security alarm system activatedwill cause the alarm to sound. Push theunlock button to deactivate the vehicle se-curity alarm system.

Air Suspension (Remote LoweringOf The Vehicle) — If Equipped

For easy entry and loading, yourvehicle can be lowered by pushingthe key fob air suspension loweringbutton two times. When key foblowering is requested, the vehiclewill send a series of chirps and

flashes to alert the customer that the operationhas begun and will continue these alerts until itsuccessfully lowers.

The following conditions must be met for thevehicle to lower remotely:

• The vehicle must not already be in Entry/Exit(Park) ride height.

• The vehicle battery must be fully charged.• All doors must be closed.• The key fob must be out of the vehicle.Cancelling Remote Lowering

Vehicle lowering can be cancelled at anytime.When vehicle lowering is cancelled, the vehiclewill raise up to the next defined level and lockout the remote lowering feature until the ignitionhas been cycled ON/OFF.

To cancel vehicle lowering, push the key fob airsuspension lowering button one time during thelowering process. When vehicle lowering is can-celled, the horn will chirp two times and the turn

signal lamps will flash four times. Once raising iscompleted, the horn will chirp one time.

NOTE:Refer to “Air Suspension System” in “Start-ing And Operating” for further information.

Programming Additional Key FobsIf you do not have a programmed key fob,contact your authorized dealer for details.

Key Fob Battery ReplacementThe recommended replacement battery is oneCR2032 battery.

NOTE:

• Perchlorate Material — special handlingmay apply.

• Do not touch the battery terminals that areon the back housing or the printed circuitboard.

1. Remove the emergency key by sliding themechanical latch on the back of the key fobsideways with your thumb and then pull thekey out with your other hand.

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2. Separating key fob halves requires screwremoval – if equipped, and gently prying thetwo halves of the key fob apart. Make surenot to damage the seal during removal.

3. Remove the battery by turning the backcover over (battery facing downward) andtapping it lightly on a solid surface such as atable or similar, then replace the battery.When replacing the battery, match the + signon the battery to the + sign on the inside ofthe battery clip, located on the back cover.Avoid touching the new battery with yourfingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio-ration. If you touch a battery, clean it withrubbing alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the twohalves together, reposition and secure thescrew as shown in step #2 for removal.

Emergency WIN Key Removal

Emergency Key Removal

Remove Screw From Key Fob Case

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM— IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the key fob tostart the engine conveniently fromoutside the vehicle while still main-taining security. The system has arange of approximately 300 ft(91 m).

NOTE:

• The vehicle must be equipped with anautomatic transmission to be equippedwith Remote Start.

• Obstructions between the vehicle and thekey fob may reduce this range.

How To Use Remote StartAll of the following conditions must be metbefore the engine will remote start:

• Gear selector in PARK• Doors closed• Hood closed• HAZARD switch off• BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not

pushed)

• Ignition key removed from ignition switch• Battery at an acceptable charge level• Fuel meets minimum requirement

• System not disabled from previous remotestart event

• Vehicle security alarm not active

WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closedgarage or confined area. Exhaust gas con-tains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odor-less and colorless. Carbon Monoxide ispoisonous and can cause serious injury ordeath when inhaled.

• Keep key fobs away from children. Opera-tion of the Remote Start System, windows,door locks or other controls could causeserious injury or death.

Remote Start Abort MessageThe following messages will display in the in-strument cluster display if the vehicle fails toremote start or exits remote start prematurely:

• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low• Remote Start Cancelled — System Fault• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to

Reset

The instrument cluster display message staysactive until the ignition is turned to the ON/RUNposition.

To Enter Remote Start ModePush and release the Remote Start button onthe key fob twice within five seconds. Theparking lights will flash, vehicle doors will lock,and the horn will chirp twice (if programmed).Once the vehicle has started, the engine will runfor 15 minutes.

NOTE:

• If your power door locks were unlocked,Remote Start will automatically lock thedoors.

• If an engine fault is present or fuel level islow, the vehicle will start and then shutdown in 10 seconds.

• The park lamps will turn on and remain onduring Remote Start mode.

• For security, power window and powersunroof operation (if equipped) are dis-abled when the vehicle is in the RemoteStart mode.

• The engine can be started two consecu-tive times (two 15-minute cycles) with thekey fob. However, the ignition must beplaced in the ON/RUN position before youcan repeat the start sequence for a thirdcycle.

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To Exit Remote Start Mode WithoutDriving The VehiclePush and release the Remote Start button onetime or allow the engine to run for the entire15-minute cycle.

NOTE:To avoid unintentional shut downs, the sys-tem will disable the one time push of theRemote Start button for two seconds afterreceiving a valid Remote Start request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode AndDrive The VehicleBefore the end of the 15-minute cycle, push andrelease the unlock button on the key fob tounlock the doors and disarm the vehicle securityalarm system (if equipped). Then, prior to theend of the 15-minute cycle, cycle the ignition tothe ON/RUN position.

Remote Start Comfort Systems — IfEquippedWhen Remote Start is activated, the heatedsteering wheel and driver heated seat featureswill automatically turn on in cold weather. Inwarm weather, the driver vented seat feature willautomatically turn on when the remote start isactivated. These features will stay on throughthe duration of Remote Start or until the ignitionswitch is turned to the ON/RUN position.

The Remote Start Comfort System can be acti-vated and deactivated through the UconnectSystem. Refer to ”Customer ProgrammableFeatures” in “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-standing Your Instrument Panel” for further in-formation on Remote Start Comfort Systemoperation.

DOOR LOCKS

Manual Door LocksFront and rear doors may be locked by movingthe lock knob down or unlocked by moving thelock knob up.

Front doors may be opened with the inside doorhandle without lifting the lock knob.

Doors locked before closing will remain lockedwhen closed.

The emergency key will unlock the driver doorlock on your vehicle.

WARNING!

• Do not leave children or animals insideparked vehicles in hot weather. Interiorheat build-up may cause serious injury ordeath.

• For personal security and safety in theevent of an collision, lock the vehicle doorsas you drive as well as when you park andleave the vehicle.

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift theautomatic transmission into PARK or themanual transmission into FIRST gear orREVERSE, apply the parking brake, turnthe vehicle OFF, remove the key fobs fromvehicle, and lock all doors. and lock yourvehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, orwith access to an unlocked vehicle. Leav-ing children in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A childor others could be seriously or fatally in-jured. Children should be warned not totouch the parking brake, brake pedal or thegear selector.

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• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-tended is dangerous for a number of rea-sons. A child or others could be seriously orfatally injured. Children should be warnednot to touch the parking brake, brake pedalor the gear selector.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near thevehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-dren, and do not leave the ignition of avehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Goin the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child couldoperate power windows, other controls, ormove the vehicle.

Power Door Locks — If EquippedThe power door lock switches are on each frontdoor trim panel. Use these switches to lock orunlock the doors.

NOTE:The key fob may not be able to be detectedby the vehicle keyless-go system if it islocated next to a mobile phone, laptop orother electronic device; these devices mayblock the key fob’s wireless signal and pre-vent the keyless-go system from starting thevehicle.

If you push the power door lock switch while thekey fob is in the ignition, and any front door isopen, the power locks will not operate. Thisprevents you from accidentally locking your keyfob in the vehicle. Removing the key fob orclosing the door will allow the locks to operate. Achime will sound if the key fob is in the ignitionswitch and a door is open, as a reminder toremove the key fob.

Automatic Door Locks — If EquippedThe auto door lock feature default condition isenabled. When enabled, the door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock featurecan be enabled or disabled by your authorizeddealer. The auto door lock feature is enabled/disabled in the Uconnect Settings.

Automatic Doors Unlock — If EquippedThis feature unlocks all of the doors of thevehicle when either front door is opened. Thiswill occur only after the vehicle has been shiftedinto the PARK position after the vehicle hasbeen driven (shifted out of PARK and all doorsclosed).

Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — IfEquippedThe Automatic Doors Unlock feature can beenabled or disabled as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreenradio, refer to Settings/Customer-ProgrammableFeatures in “Understanding Your InstrumentPanel” for further information.


NOTE:Use the Auto Unlock Doors feature in accor-dance with local laws.

Child-Protection Door LockTo provide a safer environment for childrenriding in the rear seat, the rear doors (ifequipped) of your vehicle have the Child-Protection Door Lock system.

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To use the system, open each rear door, use aflat blade screwdriver (or emergency key) androtate the dial to engage and disengage theChild-Protection locks. When the system on adoor is engaged, that door can only be openedby using the outside door handle even if theinside door lock is in the unlocked position.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in acollision. Remember that the rear doors canonly be opened from the outside when theChild-Protection locks are engaged.

NOTE:

• After setting the Child-Protection DoorLock system, always test the door fromthe inside to make certain it is in thedesired position.

• For emergency exit with the system en-gaged, move the door lock switch to theunlock position, roll down the window andopen the door with the outside doorhandle.

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO —PASSIVE ENTRYThe Passive Entry system is an enhancement tothe vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry system anda feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go. Refer to “Key-less Enter-N-Go” in “Starting And Operating” forfurther information. This feature allows you tolock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) withouthaving to push the key fob lock or unlockbuttons.

NOTE:

• Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Un-derstanding Your Instrument Panel” forfurther information.

• If wearing gloves on your hands, or if ithas been raining/snowing on the PassiveEntry door handle, the unlock sensitivitycan be affected, resulting in a slower re-sponse time.

• If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entryand no door is opened within 60 seconds,the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped willarm the security alarm.

• The vehicles security alarm can be armed/disarmed by pushing the passive entrykey fob lock/unlock buttons (if equipped).

• The key fob may not be able to be de-tected by the vehicle keyless-go system ifit is located next to a mobile phone, laptopor other electronic device; these devicesmay block the key fob’s wireless signaland prevent the keyless-go system fromstarting the vehicle.

To Unlock From The Driver’s Side:

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft(1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the frontdriver door handle to unlock the driver’s doorautomatically. The interior door panel lock knobwill raise when the door is unlocked.

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NOTE:If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is pro-grammed, all doors will unlock when yougrab hold of the front driver’s door handle.To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1stPress” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press,”refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understand-ing Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-mation.

To Unlock From The Passenger Side:

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft(1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab thefront passenger door handle to unlock all doorsautomatically. The interior door panel lock knobwill raise when the door is unlocked.

NOTE:All doors will unlock when the front passen-ger door handle is grabbed regardless of thedriver’s door unlock preference setting (“Un-lock Driver Door 1st Press” or “Unlock AllDoors 1st Press”).

Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of PassiveEntry Key Fob In Vehicle:

To minimize the possibility of unintentionallylocking a Passive Entry key fob inside yourvehicle, the Passive Entry system is equippedwith an automatic door unlock feature which willfunction if the ignition switch is in the OFFposition.

If one of the vehicle doors is open and the doorpanel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once allopen doors have been closed the vehicle checksthe inside and outside of the vehicle for any validPassive Entry key fobs. If one of the vehicle’sPassive Entry key fobs is detected inside thevehicle, and no other valid Passive Entry key fobsare detected outside the vehicle, the PassiveEntry System automatically unlocks all vehicledoors and chirps the horn three times (on the thirdattempt ALL doors will lock and the Passive Entrykey fob can be locked in the vehicle).

To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors:

With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobswithin 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger frontdoor handles, push the door handle lock buttonto lock all doors.

Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing thedoor handle lock button. This could unlock thedoor(s).

NOTE:

• After pushing the door handle lock button,you must wait two seconds before youcan lock or unlock the doors, using eitherPassive Entry door handle. This is done toallow you to check if the vehicle is locked

Grab The Door Handle To Unlock Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

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by pulling the door handle, without thevehicle reacting and unlocking.

• The Passive Entry system will not operateif the key fob battery is dead.

The vehicle doors can also be locked by usingthe key fob lock button or the lock button locatedon the vehicle’s interior door panel.

WINDOWS

Power Windows — If Equipped

The power window controls located on the driv-er’s door trim panel have up-down switches thatgive you fingertip control of all power windows.There is a single opening and closing switch onthe front passenger door for passenger windowcontrol and on the rear doors of the Quad Caband Crew Cab models. The windows will oper-ate when the ignition switch is turned to the

ON/RUN or ACC position, and for up to 10 min-utes after the ignition is turned OFF or until afront door is opened.

NOTE:The Key Off Power Delay feature will allowthe power windows to operate for up to10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF.This feature is cancelled when either frontdoor is opened.

WARNING!

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle.Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicleor in a location accessible to children, and donot leave the ignition of a vehicle equippedwith Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped bythe windows while operating the power win-dow switches. Such entrapment may result inserious injury or death.

Auto-DownBoth the driver and front passenger windowswitch have an Auto-Down feature. Push thewindow switch past the first detent, release, andthe window will go down automatically. To can-cel the Auto-Down movement, operate theswitch in either the up or down direction andrelease the switch.

To stop the window from going all the way downduring the Auto-Down operation, pull up on theswitch briefly.

To open the window part way, push to the switchto the first detent and release it when you wantthe window to stop.

Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection(4-Door Models Driver And Front PassengerDoor Only) — If EquippedPull the window switch fully upward to thesecond detent, release, and the window will goup automatically.

To stop the window from going all the way upduring the Auto-Up operation, push down on theswitch briefly.

To close the window part way, lift the windowswitch to the first detent and release when youwant the window to stop.

NOTE:If the window runs into any obstacle duringthe Auto-Closure, it will reverse directionand then go back down. Remove the ob-stacle and use the window switch again toclose the window. Any impact due to roughroad conditions may trigger the auto reversefunction unexpectedly during auto closure.If this happens, pull the switch lightly to thefirst detent and hold to close the windowmanually.

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WARNING!

There is no anti-pinch protection when thewindow is almost closed. Be sure to clear allobjects from the window before closing.

Reset Auto-UpShould the Auto-Up feature stop working, thewindow may need to be reset. To reset Auto-Up:

1. Make sure the door is fully closed.

2. Pull the window switch up to close the win-dow completely and continue to hold theswitch up for an additional two seconds afterthe window is closed.

3. Push the window switch down firmly to thesecond detent to open the window com-pletely and continue to hold the switch downfor an additional two seconds after the win-dow is fully open.

Window Lockout Switch (4–Door ModelsOnly)The window lockout switch on the driver’s doorallows you to disable the window control on therear passenger doors. To disable the windowcontrols on the rear passenger doors, push thewindow lock switch into the latched or downposition. To enable the window controls, pushthe window lock switch again and return theswitch to the released or up position.

Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be described as the percep-tion of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-typesound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit windbuffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof(if equipped) in certain open or partially openpositions. This is a normal occurrence and canbe minimized. If the buffeting occurs with therear windows open, then open the front and rearwindows together to minimize the buffeting. Ifthe buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,adjust the sunroof opening to minimize thebuffeting.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTSYSTEMSSome of the most important safety features inyour vehicle are the restraint systems:

Occupant Restraint SystemsFeatures• Seat Belt Systems• Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air

Bags

• Child RestraintsSome of the safety features described in thissection may be standard equipment on somemodels, or may be optional equipment on oth-ers. If you are not sure, ask your authorizeddealer.

Important Safety PrecautionsPlease pay close attention to the information inthis section. It tells you how to use your restraintsystem properly, to keep you and your passen-gers as safe as possible.

Here are some simple steps you can take tominimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag:

1. Children 12 years old and under shouldalways ride buckled up in a vehicle with arear seat.

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2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in arear-facing child restraint) must ride in thefront passenger seat, move the seat as farback as possible and use the proper childrestraint (refer to “Child Restraints” in thissection for further information).

3. Children that are not big enough to wear thevehicle seat belt properly (refer to “ChildRestraints” in this section for further informa-tion) should be secured in a vehicle with arear seat in child restraints or belt-positioningbooster seats. Older children who do not usechild restraints or belt-positioning boosterseats should ride properly buckled up in avehicle with a rear seat.

4. Never allow children to slide the shoulderbelt behind them or under their arm.

5. You should read the instructions providedwith your child restraint to make sure that youare using it properly.

6. All occupants should always wear their lapand shoulder belts properly.

7. The driver and front passenger seats shouldbe moved back as far as practical to allowthe front air bags room to inflate.

8. Do not lean against the door or window. Ifyour vehicle has side air bags, and deploy-ment occurs, the side air bags will inflateforcefully into the space between occupantsand the door and occupants could be injured.

9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs tobe modified to accommodate a disabled per-son, refer to the “If You Need ConsumerAssistance” section for customer servicecontact information.

WARNING!

• NEVER use a rearward facing child re-straint on a seat protected by an ACTIVEAIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUSINJURY to the CHILD can occur.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in avehicle with a rear seat.

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• A deploying passenger front air bag cancause death or serious injury to a child12 years or younger, including a child in arear-facing child restraint.

Seat Belt SystemsBuckle up even though you are an excellentdriver, even on short trips. Someone on the roadmay be a poor driver and could cause a collisionthat includes you. This can happen far awayfrom home or on your own street.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives,and they can reduce the seriousness of injuriesin a collision. Some of the worst injuries happenwhen people are thrown from the vehicle. Seatbelts reduce the possibility of ejection and therisk of injury caused by striking the inside of thevehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should bebelted at all times.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System(BeltAlert)Driver And Passenger BeltAlert — IfEquipped

BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind thedriver and outboard front seat passenger (ifequipped with outboard front passenger seatBeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The BeltAlert feature is active whenever the ignitionswitch is in the START or ON/RUN position.

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Initial Indication

If the driver is unbuckled when the ignitionswitch is first in the START or ON/RUN position,a chime will signal for a few seconds. If thedriver or outboard front seat passenger (ifequipped with outboard front passenger seatBeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switchis first in the START or ON/RUN position theSeat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remainon until both outboard front seat belts are buck-led. The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlertis not active when an outboard front passengerseat is unoccupied.

BeltAlert Warning Sequence

The BeltAlert warning sequence is activatedwhen the vehicle is moving above a specifiedvehicle speed range and the driver or outboardfront seat passenger is unbuckled (if equippedwith outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert)(the outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert isnot active when the outboard front passengerseat is unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning se-quence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Re-minder Light and sounding an intermittentchime. Once the BeltAlert warning sequencehas completed, the Seat Belt Reminder Lightwill remain on until the seat belts are buckled.The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeatbased on vehicle speed until the driver andoccupied outboard front seat passenger seatbelts are buckled. The driver should instruct alloccupants to buckle their seat belts.

Change Of Status

If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (ifequipped with outboard front passenger seatBeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while thevehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert warning se-quence will begin until the seat belts are buckledagain.

The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert isnot active when the outboard front passengerseat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be triggeredwhen an animal or other items are placed on theoutboard front passenger seat or when the seatis folded flat (if equipped). It is recommendedthat pets be restrained in the rear seat (ifequipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers thatare secured by seat belts, and cargo is properlystowed.

BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by yourauthorized dealer. FCA US LLC does not rec-ommend deactivating BeltAlert.

NOTE:If BeltAlert has been deactivated and thedriver or outboard front seat passenger (ifequipped with outboard front passengerseat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat BeltReminder Light will turn on and remain onuntil the driver and outboard front seat pas-senger seat belts are buckled.

Lap/Shoulder BeltsAll seating positions except the Quad Cab,Mega Cab and Crew Cab front center seatingposition have combination lap/shoulder belts.

The seat belt webbing retractor will lock onlyduring very sudden stops or collisions. Thisfeature allows the shoulder part of the seat beltto move freely with you under normal conditions.However, in a collision the seat belt will lock andreduce your risk of striking the inside of thevehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle.

WARNING!

• Relying on the air bags alone could lead tomore severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrainyou properly. In some collisions, the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear yourseat belt even though you have air bags.

• In a collision, you and your passengers cansuffer much greater injuries if you are notproperly buckled up. You can strike theinterior of your vehicle or other passen-gers, or you can be thrown out of thevehicle. Always be sure you and others inyour vehicle are buckled up properly.

• 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 likelyto be seriously injured or killed.

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• Do not allow people to ride in any area ofyour vehicle that is not equipped with seatsand seat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in aseat and using a seat belt properly. Occu-pants, including the driver, should alwayswear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating posi-tion to minimize the risk of severe injury ordeath in the event of a crash.

• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly couldmake your injuries in a collision muchworse. You might suffer internal injuries, oryou could even slide out of the seat belt.Follow these instructions to wear your seatbelt safely and to keep your passengerssafe, too.

• Two people should never be belted into asingle seat belt. People belted together cancrash into one another in a collision, hurt-ing one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more thanone person, no matter what their size.

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• A lap belt worn too high can increase therisk of injury in a collision. The seat beltforces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvicbones, but across your abdomen. Alwayswear the lap part of your seat belt as low aspossible and keep it snug.

• A twisted seat belt may not protect youproperly. In a collision, it could even cut intoyou. Be sure the seat belt is flat againstyour body, without twists. If you can’tstraighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take itto your authorized dealer immediately andhave it fixed.

• A seat belt that is buckled into the wrongbuckle will not protect you properly. The lapportion could ride too high on your body,possibly causing internal injuries. Alwaysbuckle your seat belt into the buckle near-est you.

• A seat belt that is too loose will not protectyou properly. In a sudden stop, you couldmove too far forward, increasing the pos-sibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.

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• A seat belt that is worn under your arm isdangerous. Your body could strike the in-side surfaces of the vehicle in a collision,increasing head and neck injury. A seat beltworn under the arm can cause internalinjuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulderbones. Wear the seat belt over your shoul-der so that your strongest bones will takethe force in a collision.

• A shoulder belt placed behind you will notprotect you from injury during a collision.You are more likely to hit your head in acollision if you do not wear your shoulderbelt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant tobe used together.

• A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart ina collision and leave you with no protec-tion. Inspect the seat belt system periodi-cally, checking for cuts, frays, or looseparts. Damaged parts must be replacedimmediately. Do not disassemble or modifythe seat belt system. Seat belt assembliesmust be replaced after a collision.

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Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit backand adjust the seat.

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back ofthe front seat, and next to your arm in therear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rearseat). Grasp the latch plate and pull out theseat belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbingas far as necessary to allow the seat belt togo around your lap.

3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit,insert the latch plate into the buckle until youhear a “click.”

4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lieslow across your hips, below your abdomen.To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pullup on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap beltif it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull onthe lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the riskof sliding under the seat belt in a collision.

5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoul-der and chest with minimal, if any slack sothat it is comfortable and not resting on yourneck. The retractor will withdraw any slack inthe shoulder belt.

6. To release the seat belt, push the red buttonon the buckle. The seat belt will automaticallyretract to its stowed position. If necessary,slide the latch plate down the webbing toallow the seat belt to retract fully.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureUse the following procedure to untwist a twistedlap/shoulder belt.

1. Position the latch plate as close as possibleto the anchor point.

2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) abovethe latch plate, grasp and twist the seat beltwebbing 180 degrees to create a fold thatbegins immediately above the latch plate.

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the foldedwebbing. The folded webbing must enter theslot at the top of the latch plate.

4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until itclears the folded webbing and the seat belt isno longer twisted.

Pulling Out The Latch Plate

Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle

Positioning The Lap Belt

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Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageIn the driver and front passenger seats, the topof the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward ordownward to position the seat belt away fromyour neck. Push or squeeze the anchoragebutton to release the anchorage, and move it upor down to the position that serves you best.

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, youwill prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a lowerposition, and if you are taller than average, youwill prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in ahigher position. After you release the anchoragebutton, try to move it up or down to make surethat it is locked in position.

NOTE:The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchor-age is equipped with an Easy Up feature.This feature allows the shoulder belt anchor-age to be adjusted in the upward positionwithout pushing or squeezing the releasebutton. To verify the shoulder belt anchorageis latched, pull downward on the shoulderbelt anchorage until it is locked into posi-tion.

WARNING!

• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly couldmake your injuries in a collision muchworse. You might suffer internal injuries, oryou could even slide out of the seat belt.Follow these instructions to wear your seatbelt safely and to keep your passengerssafe, too.

• Position the shoulder belt across the shoul-der and chest with minimal, if any slack sothat it is comfortable and not resting onyour neck. The retractor will withdraw anyslack in the shoulder belt.

• Misadjustment of the seat belt could re-duce the effectiveness of the safety belt ina crash.

First Row Center Seat Belt OperatingInstructions (Regular Cab Only)The first row center seat belt (Regular Cab only)features a seat belt with a mini-latch plate andbuckle, which allows the seat belt to detach fromthe lower anchor when the seat is folded. Thelatch plate and regular latch plate can then bestored out of the way in the seat for addedconvenience to open up utilization of the storageareas behind the front seats when the seat is notoccupied.

1. Remove the mini-latch plate and regularlatch plate from its stowed position on theseat.

Adjustable Anchorage

Inserting Latch Plate

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2. Grasp the mini-latch plate and pull the seatbelt over the seat.

3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of theright head restraint.

4. When the seat belt is long enough to fit,insert the mini-latch plate into the mini-buckleuntil you hear a “click.”

5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plateup the webbing as far as necessary to allowthe seat belt to go around your lap.

6. When the seat belt is long enough to fit,insert the latch plate into the buckle until youhear a “click.”

7. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lieslow across your hips, below your abdomen.To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pullup on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap beltif it is too tight, pull on the lap belt. A snug

seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under theseat belt in a collision.

8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest sothat it is comfortable and not resting on yourneck. The retractor will withdraw any slack inthe seat belt.

9. To release the seat belt, push the red buttonon the buckle.

10. To disengage the mini-latch plate from themini-buckle for storage, insert the regularlatch plate into the center red slot on themini-buckle. The seat belt will automaticallyretract to its stowed position. If necessary,slide the latch plate down the webbing toallow the seat belt to retract fully. Insert themini-latch plate and regular latch plate intoits stowed position.

WARNING!

• If the mini-latch plate and mini-buckle arenot properly connected when the seat beltis used by an occupant, the seat belt willnot be able to provide proper restraint andwill increase the risk of injury in a collision.

• When reattaching the mini-latch plate andmini-buckle, ensure the seat belt webbingis not twisted. If the webbing is twisted,follow the preceding procedure to detachthe mini-latch plate and mini-buckle, un-twist the webbing, and reattach the mini-latch plate and mini-buckle.

First Row Center Lap Belt OperatingInstructions — If EquippedThe center seating position for the Quad Cab,Mega Cab and Crew Cab front seat has a lapbelt only. To buckle the lap belt, slide the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a "click." Tolengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull.

To remove slack, pull the loose end of thewebbing. Wear the lap belt snug against thehips. Sit back and upright in the seat, then adjustthe seat belt as tightly as is comfortable.

In Use Position

Detaching Buckle With Seat Belt Tongue

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Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

Seat belts must be worn by all occupants includ-ing pregnant women: the risk of injury in theevent of an accident is reduced for the motherand the unborn child if they are wearing a seatbelt.

Position the lap belt snug and low below theabdomen and across the strong bones of thehips. Place the shoulder belt across the chestand away from the neck. Never place the shoul-der belt behind the back or under the arm.

Seat Belt PretensionerThe front seat belt system is equipped withpretensioning devices that are designed to re-move slack from the seat belt in the event of acollision. These devices may improve the per-formance of the seat belt by removing slackfrom the seat belt early in a collision. Preten-sioners work for all size occupants, includingthose in child restraints.

NOTE:These devices are not a substitute for properseat belt placement by the occupant. Theseat belt still must be worn snugly andpositioned properly.

The pretensioners are triggered by the Occu-pant Restraint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretensioners are single use items. Adeployed pretensioner or a deployed air bagmust be replaced immediately.

Energy Management Feature — If EquippedThis vehicle may be equipped with a seat beltsystem with an Energy Management feature inthe front seating positions that may help furtherreduce the risk of injury in the event of acollision. The seat belt system has a retractorassembly that is designed to release webbing ina controlled manner.

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors(ALR) — If EquippedThe seat belts in the passenger seating posi-tions may be equipped with a Switchable Auto-matic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used tosecure a child restraint system. For additionalinformation, refer to “Installing Child RestraintsUsing The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “ChildRestraints” section of this manual. The figurebelow illustrates the locking feature for eachseating position.

Pregnant Women And Seat Belts

Regular Cab Automatic Locking Retractor(ALR) Locations

• ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retrac-tor

Quad Cab/Mega Cab/Crew Cab AutomaticLocking Retractor (ALR) Locations

• ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retrac-tor

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If the passenger seating position is equippedwith an ALR and is being used for normal usage,only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough tocomfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR. If the ALRis activated, you will hear a clicking sound as theseat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retractcompletely in this case and then carefully pullout only the amount of webbing necessary tocomfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle untilyou hear a "click."

In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt isautomatically pre-locked. The seat belt will stillretract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime achild restraint is installed in a seating positionthat has a seat belt with this feature. Children12 years old and under should always be prop-erly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat.

WARNING!

• Never place a rear-facing child restraint infront of an air bag. A deploying passengerfront air bag can cause death or seriousinjury to a child 12 years or younger, includ-ing a child in a rear-facing child restraint.


How To Engage The Automatic LockingMode

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulderbelt.

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull down-ward until the entire seat belt is extracted.

3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat beltretracts, you will hear a clicking sound. Thisindicates the seat belt is now in the Auto-matic Locking Mode.

How To Disengage The Automatic LockingMode

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt andallow it to retract completely to disengage theAutomatic Locking Mode and activate the ve-hicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

WARNING!

• The seat belt assembly must be replaced ifthe switchable Automatic Locking Retrac-tor (ALR) feature or any other seat beltfunction is not working properly whenchecked according to the procedures in theService Manual.

• Failure to replace the seat belt assemblycould increase the risk of injury in colli-sions.

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• Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode torestrain occupants who are wearing theseat belt or children who are using boosterseats. The locked mode is only used toinstall rear-facing or forward-facing childrestraints that have a harness for restrain-ing the child.

Supplemental Restraint Systems(SRS)Some of the safety features described in thissection may be standard equipment on somemodels, or may be optional equipment on oth-ers. If you are not sure, ask your authorizeddealer.

The air bag system must be ready to protect youin a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller(ORC) monitors the internal circuits and inter-connecting wiring associated with the electricalAir Bag System Components. Your vehicle maybe equipped with the following Air Bag SystemComponents:

Air Bag System Components

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)• Air Bag Warning Light• Steering Wheel and Column• Instrument Panel• Knee Impact Bolsters

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• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags• Supplemental Side Air Bags• Front and Side Impact Sensors — If

Equipped

• Seat Belt Pretensioners• Seat Belt Buckle SwitchAir Bag Warning Light

The ORC monitors the readiness ofthe electronic parts of the air bagsystem whenever the ignitionswitch is in the START or ON/RUNposition. If the ignition switch is in

the OFF position or in the ACC position, the airbag system is not on and the air bags will notinflate.

The ORC contains a backup power supply sys-tem that may deploy the air bag system even ifthe battery loses power or it becomes discon-nected prior to deployment.

The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light inthe instrument panel for approximately four toeight seconds for a self-check when the ignitionswitch is first in the ON/RUN position. After theself-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turnoff. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any partof the system, it turns on the Air Bag WarningLight, either momentarily or continuously. Asingle chime will sound to alert you if the lightcomes on again after initial startup.

The ORC also includes diagnostics that willilluminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning

Light if a malfunction is detected that couldaffect the air bag system. The diagnostics alsorecord the nature of the malfunction. While theair bag system is designed to be maintenancefree, if any of the following occurs, have anauthorized dealer service the air bag systemimmediately.

• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come onduring the four to eight seconds when theignition switch is first in the ON/RUN position.

• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on afterthe four to eight-second interval.

• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermit-tently or remains on while driving.

NOTE:If the speedometer, tachometer, or any en-gine related gauges are not working, theOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC) mayalso be disabled. In this condition the airbags may not be ready to inflate for yourprotection. Have an authorized dealer ser-vice the air bag system immediately.

WARNING!

Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in yourinstrument panel could mean you won’t havethe air bag system to protect you in a colli-sion. If the light does not come on as a bulbcheck when the ignition is first turned on,

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stays on after you start the vehicle, or if itcomes on as you drive, have an authorizeddealer service the air bag system immedi-ately.

Front Air BagsThis vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulderbelts for both the driver and front passenger.The front air bags are a supplement to the seatbelt restraint systems. The driver front air bag ismounted in the center of the steering wheel. Thepassenger front air bag is mounted in the instru-ment panel, above the glove compartment. Thewords “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” are em-bossed on the air bag covers.

Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations

1 — Driver And Passenger Front Air Bags2 — Driver And Passenger Knee Impact Bolsters

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WARNING!

• Being too close to the steering wheel orinstrument panel during front air bag de-ployment could cause serious injury, in-cluding death. Air bags need room to in-flate. Sit back, comfortably extending yourarms to reach the steering wheel or instru-ment panel.

• Never place a rear-facing child restraint infront of an air bag. A deploying passengerfront air bag can cause death or seriousinjury to a child 12 years or younger, includ-ing a child in a rear-facing child restraint.


Driver And Passenger Front Air BagFeaturesThe Advanced Front Air Bag system has multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags. Thissystem provides output appropriate to the se-verity and type of collision as determined by theOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC), whichmay receive information from the front impactsensors (if equipped) or other system compo-nents.

The first stage inflator is triggered immediatelyduring an impact that requires air bag deploy-ment. A low energy output is used in less severecollisions. A higher energy output is used formore severe collisions.

This vehicle may be equipped with a driverand/or front passenger seat belt buckle switchthat detects whether the driver or front passen-ger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt buckleswitch may adjust the inflation rate of the Ad-vanced Front Air Bags.

WARNING!

• No objects should be placed over or nearthe air bag on the instrument panel orsteering wheel because any such objectscould cause harm if the vehicle is in acollision severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate.

• Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manu-ally. You may damage the air bags and youcould be injured because the air bags mayno longer be functional. The protectivecovers for the air bag cushions are de-signed to open only when the air bags areinflating.

• Relying on the air bags alone could lead tomore severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrainyou properly. In some collisions, air bagswon’t deploy at all. Always wear your seatbelts even though you have air bags.

Front Air Bag OperationFront Air Bags are designed to provide addi-tional protection by supplementing the seatbelts. Front air bags are not expected to reducethe risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover colli-sions. The front air bags will not deploy in allfrontal collisions, including some that may pro-duce substantial vehicle damage — for ex-ample, some pole collisions, truck underrides,and angle offset collisions.

On the other hand, depending on the type andlocation of impact, front air bags may deploy incrashes with little vehicle front-end damage butthat produce a severe initial deceleration.

Because air bag sensors measure vehicle de-celeration over time, vehicle speed and damageby themselves are not good indicators ofwhether or not an air bag should have deployed.

Seat belts are necessary for your protection inall collisions, and also are needed to help keepyou in position, away from an inflating air bag.

When the ORC detects a collision requiring thefront air bags, it signals the inflator units. A largequantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflatethe front air bags.

The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upperright side of the instrument panel separate andfold out of the way as the air bags inflate to theirfull size. The front air bags fully inflate in lesstime than it takes to blink your eyes. The front airbags then quickly deflate while helping to re-strain the driver and front passenger.

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Knee Impact BolstersThe Knee Impact Bolsters help protect theknees of the driver and front passenger, andposition the front occupants for improved inter-action with the front air bags.

WARNING!

• Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the kneeimpact bolsters in any way.

• Do not mount any accessories to the kneeimpact bolsters such as alarm lights, ste-reos, citizen band radios, etc.

Supplemental Side Air BagsYour vehicle is equipped with two types of sideair bags:

1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side AirBags (SABs): Located in the outboardside of the front seats. The SABs aremarked with a “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIR-BAG” label sewn into the outboard side ofthe seats.

The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occu-pant injury during certain side impacts and/orvehicle rollover events, in addition to the injuryreduction potential provided by the seat beltsand body structure.

When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam onthe outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover.The inflating SAB deploys through the seatseam into the space between the occupant andthe door. The SAB moves at a very high speedand with such a high force that it could injureoccupants if they are not seated properly, or ifitems are positioned in the area where the SABinflates. Children are at an even greater risk ofinjury from a deploying air bag.

WARNING!

Do not use accessory seat covers or placeobjects between you and the Side Air Bags;the performance could be adversely affectedand/or objects could be pushed into you,causing serious injury.

2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Cur-tains (SABICs): Located above the sidewindows. The trim covering the SABICs islabeled “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG.”

SABICs may help reduce the risk of head orother injuries to front and rear seat outboardoccupants in certain side impacts and/or vehiclerollover events, in addition to the injury reductionpotential provided by the seat belts and bodystructure.

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Label

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC) Label Location

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The SABICs deploy downward, covering theside windows. An inflating SABIC pushes theoutside edge of the trim out of the way andcovers the window. The SABICs inflate withenough force to injure occupants if they are notbelted and seated properly, or if items arepositioned in the area where the SABICs inflate.Children are at an even greater risk of injuryfrom a deploying air bag.

WARNING!

• Do not stack luggage or other cargo uphigh enough to block the deployment of theSABICs. The trim covering above the sidewindows where the SABIC and its deploy-ment path are located should remain freefrom any obstructions.

• In order for the SABICs to work as in-tended, do not install any accessory itemsin your vehicle which could alter the roof.Do not add an aftermarket sunroof to yourvehicle. Do not add roof racks that requirepermanent attachments (bolts or screws)for installation on the vehicle roof. Do notdrill into the roof of the vehicle for anyreason.

The SABICs and SABs (Side Air Bags) aredesigned to activate in certain side impacts andcertain rollover events. The Occupant RestraintController (ORC) determines whether the de-ployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular side

impact or rollover event is appropriate, based onthe severity and type of collision. Vehicle dam-age by itself is not a good indicator of whether ornot Side Air Bags should have deployed.

Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat beltrestraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in lesstime than it takes to blink your eyes.

WARNING!

• Occupants, including children, who are upagainst or very close to Side Air Bags canbe seriously injured or killed. Occupants,including children, should never lean on orsleep against the door, side windows, orarea where the side air bags inflate, even ifthey are in an infant or child restraint.

• Seat belts (and child restraints where ap-propriate) are necessary for your protec-tion in all collisions. They also help keepyou in position, away from an inflating SideAir Bag. To get the best protection from theSide Air Bags, occupants must wear theirseat belts properly and sit upright with theirbacks against the seats. Children must beproperly restrained in a child restraint orbooster seat that is appropriate for the sizeof the child.

WARNING!

• Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do notlean against the door or window. Sit uprightin the center of the seat.

• Being too close to the Side Air Bags duringdeployment could cause you to be severelyinjured or killed.

• Relying on the Side Air Bags alone couldlead to more severe injuries in a collision.The Side Air Bags work with your seat beltto restrain you properly. In some collisions,Side Air Bags won’t deploy at all. Alwayswear your seat belt even though you haveSide Air Bags.

NOTE:Air bag covers may not be obvious in theinterior trim, but they will open during airbag deployment.

Side Impacts

In side impacts, the side impact sensors aid theORC in determining the appropriate response toimpact events. The system is calibrated to de-ploy the Side Air Bags on the impact side of thevehicle during impacts that require Side Air Bagoccupant protection. In side impacts, the SideAir Bags deploy independently; a left side im-pact deploys the left Side Air Bags only and aright side impact deploys the right Side Air Bagsonly.

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The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all sidecollisions, including some collisions at cer

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