RAM 2014 TRUCK 1500 User manual

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If you are the rst registered retail owner of your vehicle, you
may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect®Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling
1-866-726-4636 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or by contacting your dealer.
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
nd it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting
www.techauthority.com. Copyright 2013 Chrysler Group LLC.
IMPORTANT
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.
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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™ .........11
REMOTE START ..............13
THEFT ALARM ...............13
SEATBELT ..................13
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS .......14
CHILD RESTRAINTS ............15
FRONT SEATS ................20
HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS .......22
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ........23
TILT STEERING COLUMN .........24
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...........25
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/
HIGH BEAMS LEVER ............26
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............27
SPEED CONTROL ..............28
EIGHT–SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ....29
ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS)
OPERATION .................30
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM ........32
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITHOUT TOUCH-SCREEN ........34
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITH TOUCH-SCREEN ...........35
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS
WITH TOUCH-SCREEN ...........36
PARKSENSE
®
REAR PARK ASSIST . . . 37
PARKVIEW
®
REAR BACK-UP
CAMERA ...................38
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM
(TPMS) – 2500 MODELS ONLY ......38
POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW ....39
POWER SUNROOF .............40
WIND BUFFETING .............41
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 42
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO ........44
Uconnect
®
Access (AVAILABLE ON
Uconnect
®
8.4A AND Uconnect
®
8.4AN)
(IF EQUIPPED) ................45
Uconnect
®
3.0 ................54
Uconnect
®
5.0 ................56
Uconnect
®
8.4A ...............62
Uconnect
®
8.4AN ..............79
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO
CONTROLS ..................97
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) .....98
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......98
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®
) ................101
POWER INVERTER ............103
POWER OUTLETS ............104
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION . . . 105
UTILITY
TONNEAU COVER .............108
EASY-OFF TAILGATE ...........108
PICKUP BOX ................109
RAMBOX
®
..................110
TOWING & PAYLOAD ...........114
TOW/HAUL MODE ............116
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE
MODULE ..................116
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .....118
DIESEL
DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...........120
DIESEL ENGINE STARTING
PROCEDURES ...............120
DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE
(ENGINE BRAKING) ...........121
IDLE-UP FEATURE (AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION ONLY) .........122
ENGINE MOUNTED FUEL
FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR .......123
UNDERBODY MOUNTED FUEL
FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR .......124
ADDING FUEL – DIESEL ENGINE
ONLY .....................125
EXHAUST REGENERATION .......125
COOL-DOWN IDLE CHART ........127
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ........127
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE .........130
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ...................130
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .....134
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ....135
JUMP-STARTING .............148
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS .......150
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ........150
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ....153
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......154
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ....155
TABLE OF CONTENTS

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ..........156
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ........157
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ........162
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE –
GASOLINE ENGINE ............168
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE –
DIESEL ENGINE ..............173
FUSES ....................178
TIRE PRESSURES .............182
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . 182
EXTERIOR BULBS ............183
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ...........184
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ...........184
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED .................184
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING .......184
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THEUNITEDSTATES ...........185
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY
MOPAR
®
..................186
INDEX ....................187
FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . 190
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 essen-
tials 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
®
Touch-Screen 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 re-
sources. 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 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 ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
5

DRIVER COCKPIT
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
6

A. Headlight Switch pg. 27 B. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High
Beams Lever pg. 26
C. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Controls pg. 98
D. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Display pg. 9
E. Instrument Cluster pg. 8 F. Four Wheel Drive Operation pg. 105 G. Identify Your Audio System pg. 42 H. Audio System Hard Controls pg. 42 I. Power Inverter Outlet pg. 103 J. Manual Climate Controls pg. 34
K. Switch Panel
• Diesel Exhaust Brake • Tow/Haul pg. 116 • Electronic Stability Control pg. 130 • Air Suspension System • ParkSense
®
Rear Park Assist pg. 37
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) pg. 130
• Front Heated Seats pg. 22 • Front Ventilated Seats pg. 22 • Heated Steering Wheel pg. 23 • Integrated Trailer Brake Module
pg. 116
• Engine Stop Start
L. Shifter M. Keyless Engine Starting/Stopping
pg. 12
N. Electronic Speed Control pg. 28 O. Hood Release (below steering wheel
at base of instrument panel) pg. 156
P. Parking Brake Release Q. Power Mirrors R. Power Windows S. Power Door Locks
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 130 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*
- Four-Wheel Drive LOW
Mode Indicator
- Four-Wheel Drive and
4LOCK Mode 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
Locking And Unlocking The Doors
• Press and release the UNLOCK button
on the RKE transmitter once to unlock
the driver’s door (EVIC can be setup for
driver door first, otherwise this will
unlock all doors), or press the unlock
button twice within five seconds to
unlock all doors, the tailgate and the
RamBox
®
(if equipped). The turn sig-
nal lights will flash to acknowledge the
unlock signal. The illuminated entry
system will also turn on.
• All doors can be programmed to un-
lock on the first press of the UNLOCK
button. Refer to Programmable Fea-
tures 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.
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 at the top of the Key Fob
sideways 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 a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-G0™ 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
10

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
11

Engine Starting/Stopping
Starting
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key
Fob inside the vehicle.
• Place the shift lever in PARK or NEU-
TRAL.
•
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 sec-
onds.
• 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
• Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
• Place the shift lever in the PARK position.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the
OFF position.
NOTE:
If the shift lever 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.
GETTING STARTED
12

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, press the UNLOCK button, insert the Key Fob in the ignition
and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the
ignition Key Fob is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after two consecutive timeouts.
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.
THEFT ALARM
To Arm:
• Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door is
open.
To Disarm:
• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
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.
GETTING STARTED
13

• 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 buckled up properly. 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.
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
supplementing 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 is 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).
GETTING STARTED
14

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
immediately.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
• Children 12 years and under 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–SEAT-CHECK
(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.
Installing The LATCH - Compatible Child Restraint System
• Your vehicle’s second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint
anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed in the rear seat
outboard positions.
•
LATCH equipped seating positions have both lower anchor bars, located at the back
of the seat cushion, and tether strap anchorages, located behind the seat back.
GETTING STARTED
15

Installing The Lower Attachments:
• The vehicle lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion
where it meets the seatback. The rear seat lower anchors can be readily identified
by the symbol located on the seatback directly above the anchorages and are
just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
• Loosen the child seat adjusters on the
lower straps and on the tether strap so
that you can attach the hooks or con-
nectors to the vehicle anchors more
easily.
• Attach the lower hooks or connectors
over the top of the seatcover material.
• Then tighten the straps as you push
the child restraint rearward and down-
ward into the seat.
Tether Anchorage Points At The Right And
Center Front Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats):
• Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach
over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the
seat.
• Lift the cover (if equipped), and attach
the hook to the square opening in the
sheet metal.
• Install the child restraint and remove
the slack in the tether strap according
to the manufacturer's instructions.
Child Restraint Installation Sequence
(Mega Cab® - Rear Seats):
• Place a child restraint on each out-
board rear seat and adjust the tether
strap so that it will reach under the
head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat.
• Lift the cover, and attach the hook to the square opening in the sheet metal.
• Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Child Restraints Installation Sequence (Quad Cab®/Crew Cab - Rear Seats)
The top tether anchorages in this vehicle are tether strap loops located between the
rear glass and the back of the rear seat. There is a tether strap loop located behind
each seating position. Follow the steps below to attach the tether strap of the child
restraint.
GETTING STARTED
16

Right or Left Outboard Seats:
1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear seat and rear glass to access
the tether strap loop.
2. Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach
over the seat back, under the head restraint, through the tether strap loop behind
the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind the center seat.
3. Pass the tether strap hook under the
head restraint behind the child seat,
through the tether strap loop behind
the seat and over to the center tether
strap loop.
4. Attach the hook to the center tether
strap loop (see diagram). Tighten the
tether strap according to the child
seat manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:
If there are child seats in both of the
outboard (left and right) seating posi-
tions, the tether strap hooks of both child
seats should be connected to the center
tether strap loop. This is the correct way
to tether two outboard child seats.
Head Restraint In Raised Position Tether Strap Loop With Center Head
Restraint In Raised Position
Tether Strap Through Outboard
Tether Strap Loop
Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap
Loop And Attached To Center
Tether Strap Loop
GETTING STARTED
17

Center Seat:
1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rear seat and rear glass to access
the tether strap loop.
2. Place a child restraint on the seat and
adjust the tether strap so that it will
reach over the seat back, under the
head restraint, through the tether
strap loop behind the seat and over to
the tether strap loop behind either the
right or left outboard seat.
3. Pass the tether strap hook under the
head restraint behind the child seat,
through the tether strap loop behind
the seat and over to the right or left
outboard tether strap loop.
4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether
strap loop (see diagram). Tighten the
tether strap according to the child
seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Tether Strap Loop With Head Restraint In
Raised Position
Tether Strap Through Center
Tether Strap Loop
Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap
Loop And Attached To Outboard
Tether Strap Loop
GETTING STARTED
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