RAM TRUCK 1500 2014 User manual

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RAM Trucks 1500/2500/3500
Fourth Edition Rev 1
User Guide

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IMPORTANT
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features
of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/
Uconnect®Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside
Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance
(new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you
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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal
injury. Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution
when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any
electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation
or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could
lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never
be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full
attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your
vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting
while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability
can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum.
If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab,
a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING
Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp,
your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking.
Never drink and then drive.
This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with
your new RAM and to provide a convenient reference source for common
questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and
important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect®Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle.
For additional information on accessories to help personalize your
vehicle, visit www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your
local RAM dealer.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC ..................3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..........8
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ...................10
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ .........12
REMOTE START ..............13
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM .......14
SEATBELT ..................15
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS .......16
CHILD RESTRAINTS ............17
HEAD RESTRAINTS .............24
FRONT SEATS ................25
HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS .......27
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ........30
TILT STEERING COLUMN .........31
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...........32
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER
................33
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............34
SPEED CONTROL ..............35
EIGHT-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ....37
ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS)
OPERATION .................38
1500 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM ....40
2500-3500 AIR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM ....................42
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITHOUT TOUCHSCREEN ........43
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITH TOUCHSCREEN ...........44
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITH TOUCHSCREEN ...........45
PARKSENSE
®
FRONT AND REAR
PARK ASSIST ................46
PARKVIEW
®
REAR BACK-UP CAMERA ..47
POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW ....47
POWER SUNROOF .............48
WIND BUFFETING .............49
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 50
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO ........52
Uconnect
®
ACCESS .............53
Uconnect
®
3.0 ................67
Uconnect
®
5.0 ................70
Uconnect
®
8.4A ...............78
Uconnect
®
8.4AN ..............96
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO
CONTROLS .................115
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ..............116
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ......117
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®
) ................120
POWER INVERTER ............123
POWER OUTLETS ............124
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION . . . 126
UTILITY
TONNEAU COVER .............129
EASY-OFF TAILGATE ...........129
PICKUP BOX ................130
RAMBOX
®
..................132
TOWING & PAYLOAD ...........136
TOW/HAUL MODE ............138
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE
MODULE ..................138
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .....140
1500 3.0L DIESEL
DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...........145
DIESEL ENGINE STARTING
PROCEDURES ...............155
DIESEL FUEL FILTER/WATER
SEPARATOR ................147
EXHAUST REGENERATION .......148
COOL-DOWN IDLE CHART ........162
ADDING FUEL — DIESEL ENGINE
ONLY .....................163
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ........164
6.7L CUMMINS® DIESEL
DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...........155
DIESEL ENGINE STARTING
PROCEDURES ...............155
DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE
(ENGINE BRAKING) ...........157
IDLE-UP FEATURE (AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION ONLY) .........158
ENGINE MOUNTED FUEL
FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR .......158
UNDERBODY MOUNTED FUEL
FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR .......160
EXHAUST REGENERATION .......161
COOL-DOWN IDLE CHART ........162
ADDING FUEL — DIESEL ENGINE
ONLY .....................163
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ........164
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE .........169
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ...................169
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .....175
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ....176
JUMP-STARTING ..............190
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS .......192
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ........192
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ....196
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......196
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ....197
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ..........198
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ........199
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ........205
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
GASOLINE ENGINE ............214
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
1500 3.0L DIESEL ENGINE .......219
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
6.7L CUMMINS
®
DIESEL ENGINE . . . 225
FUSES ....................230
TIRE PRESSURES .............234
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . 234
EXTERIOR BULBS ............235
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ...........236
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ...........236
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED .................236
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING .......236
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THEUNITEDSTATES ...........237
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR
®
................238
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . 239
INDEX ....................241
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it
represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials
that are traditional to our vehicles.
Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's
control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a
substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive
carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your
eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your
eyes more than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description
of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this
vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that
are not available on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to
its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate
and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information
which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD
also includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the
Uconnect
®
Touchscreen Radios). Additional DVD operational information is located
on the back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s
kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information
contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources.
By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information
for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and
lessen the stress on our environment.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
3

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be
deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution.
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase
the risk of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the
vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and
accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause inter-
ference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of
control of the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever/gear
selector.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always
apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement
and possible injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
4

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of
your wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the
situation improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2014 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
5

DRIVER COCKPIT
1. Headlight Switch pg. 34
2. Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 116
3. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High
Beams Lever pg. 33
4. Instrument Cluster pg. 8
5. Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Display pg. 9
6. Electronic Speed Control pg. 35
7. Keyless Engine Starting/Stopping
pg. 13
8. Four Wheel Drive Operation
pg. 126
9. Identify Your Audio System pg. 52
10. Climate Controls pg. 43
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
6

11. Switch Panel
• Diesel Exhaust Brake
• Tow/Haul pg. 138
• Electronic Stability Control
pg. 169
• Air Suspension System
• ParkSense
®
Rear Park Assist
pg. 46
• Front Heated Seats pg. 27
• Front Ventilated Seats pg. 28
• Heated Steering Wheel pg. 30
• Integrated Trailer Brake Module
pg. 138
• Engine Stop Start
12. Power Inverter Outlet pg. 123
13. Glove Compartment
14. Power Outlet
15. Shifter
16. Hood Release (below steering
wheel at base of instrument
panel) pg. 198
17. Parking Brake Release
18. Power Windows
19. Power Door Locks
20. Power Mirrors
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
7

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning
Light**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS)
Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle
Control (ETC) Light
- Engine Temperature
Warning Light
- Transmission Temperature
Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE
- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)**
- SERV (Service) 4WD
Indicator Light
- Low Coolant Level
Indicator Light
(See page 169 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
8

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Park/Headlight ON
Indicator*
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- TOW/HAUL Indicator*
- 4WD Auto Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Indicator Light*
- Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Off Indicator
- Cargo Lamp On Indicator
- Door Ajar Indicator
- Electronic Speed Control
Set Indicator
- Check Fuel Filler
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
EVIC Messages
NOTE:
Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in this guide or your owners
manual for additional information.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
9

KEY FOB
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button,
as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is in the passenger compart-
ment.
The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four
operating positions, three of which are
labeled and will illuminate when in posi-
tion. The three positions are OFF, ACC,
and ON/RUN. The fourth position is
START, during start RUN will illuminate.
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the RKE trans-
mitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation a back up method
can be used to operate the ignition switch.
Put the nose side (side opposite of the
emergency key) of the Key Fob against the
ENGINE START/STOP button and push to
operate the ignition switch.
The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates
similar to an ignition switch. It has four
operating positions, three with detents
and one that is spring-loaded. The detent
positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The
START position is a spring-loaded momen-
tary contact position. When released from
the START position, the switch automati-
cally returns to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go™, the Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) will display the
ignition switch position (OFF/ACC/RUN).
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for fur-
ther information.
Key Fob
1 — Air Suspension
2 — Unlock
3 — Lock
4 — Remote Start
5 — Panic
Key Fob
1 — Lock
2 — Unlock
3 — Remote Start
4 — Emergency Key Release
5 — Emergency Key
GETTING STARTED
10

Locking And Unlocking The Doors
• Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the
driver’s door. Press the UNLOCK button twice within five seconds to unlock all doors
and the tailgate and the RamBox
®
(if equipped). The turn signal lights will flash to
acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
NOTE:
The EVIC can be setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all doors.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button.
Refer to Programmable Features in this guide.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the
panic alarm off.
RKE Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of Vehicle) — If Equipped
x 2
• This vehicle is equipped with a feature that can lower the vehicle to a height which
will improve ease of passenger entry/exit and cargo loading/unloading. The feature
is accessed by pressing the air suspension lowering button twice on the key fob.
• When remote key fob lowering is requested the vehicle will send a series of chirps
and flashes to alert the customer that the operation has begun and will continue
these alerts until it successfully lowers.
• If the feature is unable to lower the vehicle due to certain conditions not being
met, the horn will chirp twice and the vehicle will not lower.
Emergency Key
Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is an emergency
key located in the Key Fob that can be used for locking and unlocking the doors.
• To remove the emergency key, slide the button on the Key Fob with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.
WARNING!
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not
leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children,
and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could start the vehicle, operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause them to be severely injured or killed.
GETTING STARTED
11

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™
The Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's Key Fob. This
feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) without having to press the
Key Fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the
press of a button.
To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side:
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key
Fob located outside the vehicle and
within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver or pas-
senger side door handle, grab either
front door handle to unlock the door
automatically.
To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key
Fob transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of
the driver or passenger front door
handles, press the door handle LOCK
button to lock all doors.
DO NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could
unlock the door(s).
NOTE:
• After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before
you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is
done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle
without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
• The Passive Entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the
lock button located on the vehicles interior door panel.
GETTING STARTED
12

Engine Starting/Stopping
Starting
With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob
inside the vehicle:
1. Shift the transmission into PARK or
NEUTRAL.
2. While pressing the brake pedal, press
the ENGINE START/STOP button
once. If the engine fails to start, the
starter will disengage automatically
after 10 seconds.
3.
To stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE
transmitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a back up
method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the Key Fob
(side opposite of the Emergency Key) against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shift the transmission to PARK (P).
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the
OFF position.
NOTE:
If the transmission is not in PARK and the vehicle is in motion, the ENGINE START/STOP
button must be held for two seconds with the vehicle speed above 5 mph (8 km/h) before
the engine will shut off.
REMOTE START
• Press the REMOTE START button x2on the Key Fob twice within five seconds.
Pressing the REMOTE START x2button a third time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter
to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System (if equipped).
Then, press and release the START/STOP button.
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the
ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after two consecutive timeouts.
GETTING STARTED
13

WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or
killed when inhaled.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause you and others to be
severely injured or killed.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
To Arm:
• Lock the door using either the power door lock switch (one door must be open) or
the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter (doors can be
open or closed), and close all doors.
NOTE:
The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors with the manual door
lock plungers.
The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash for 16 seconds. This
shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is
opened, the ignition is cycled to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any
manner, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
NOTE:
Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm disables the unlock switch on the driver door
trim panel and passenger door trim panel.
To Disarm The System:
• Push the Key Fob UNLOCK button or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create
conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the
previously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will
arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and
open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the
Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior
lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security
Alarm.
GETTING STARTED
14

SEAT BELT
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
• Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in
the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too
tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of
sliding under the belt in a collision.
• Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting
on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.
You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.
A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move
too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged
parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat
belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent
retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices
that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are
not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other
passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others
in your vehicle are buckled up properly.
GETTING STARTED
15

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS
This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger
as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will
not deploy in every type of collision.
Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supple-
menting the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors,
including the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected
to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
• This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains
to protect the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a window.
• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags to
provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
If the Air Bag Warning Light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the “Supple-
mental Restraint System (SRS) in Things To Know Before Starting”.
WARNING!
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The
air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the
air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have
air bags.
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced
Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags
need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the
steering wheel or instrument panel.
•
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental Seat-Mounted
Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit
upright in the center of the seat.
• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely
injured or killed.
• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved
in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
•
After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immedi-
ately.
GETTING STARTED
16

CHILD RESTRAINTS
Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear
seats rather than in the front.
Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring
it.
NOTE:
•
For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK
(1–866–732–8243).
• Canadian residents, should refer to Transport Canada’s website for additional infor-
mation: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
LATCH — Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (Crew/Quad Cab Full
Bench Seat)
• Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH,
which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren.
• The rear outboard seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors.
The rear center seating position has a top tether anchor only.
LATCH — Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (Crew/Quad Cab Split
Bench Seat)
• Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH,
which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren.
• All rear seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors.
Crew/Quad Full Bench Seat Or Split Bench Seat
• You may use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child
and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor
instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs
(29.5 kg).
Standard Cab Or Mega Cab
• You may use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child
and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt alone instead of the
LATCH anchorage system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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Crew/Mega/Quad Cab Full Or Split Bench Seat
• The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat
cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the
rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger
along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion.
•In addition, Regular Cab models
have tether strap anchorages behind
the front center and right seats. Quad
Cab, Mega Cab and Crew Cab models
have tether strap anchorages located
behind each of the rear seats.
Standard/Crew/Quad Cab Full Bench
Seat
• Do not install a child restraint in the
center position using the LATCH system.
Use the seat belt and tether anchor to
install a child seat in the center seating position.
Crew/Quad/Mega Cab Split Bench Seat
• If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks the seat belt webbing or
buckle for the outboard position, do not use that outboard position. If a child seat
in the center position blocks the outboard LATCH anchors or seat belt, do not
install a child seat in that outboard position.
Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors
NOTE:
Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints.
1.
Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so
that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
2. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages
in the selected seating position.
3. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See
below for directions to attach a tether anchor.
4. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward
into the seat. Remove slack in the straps according to the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the
child seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any
direction.
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