Get SAFETY Guide for Ram Pickup 1500 Light Truck 2023

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NOTE:

PITCH & ROLL

Pitch & Roll values may show upon startup. These

The Pitch & Roll page displays the vehicle’s current pitch

(angle up and down) and roll (angle side to side) in

degrees. The Pitch & Roll gauges provide a visualization of

the current vehicle angle.

numbers will update once the vehicle is driven.

Pitch & Roll Menu 2WD/4WD

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SUSPENSION — IF EQUIPPED

FORWARD FACING CAMERA —

IF EQUIPPED

The Suspension page displays the current status of the

vehicle’s suspension system and the current ride height of

the vehicle. The Suspension page will also indicate when

the vehicle’s height changes.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Forward Facing

Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the

front view of your vehicle. The image will be displayed on

the touchscreen along with a caution note “Check Entire

Surroundings” across the top of the screen.

To activate, press the Forward Facing Camera button on

the touchscreen.

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Suspension Menu

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SAFETY

The ABS is designed to function with the Original

Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) tires. Modification may

result in degraded ABS performance.

SAFETY FEATURES

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake

performance under most braking conditions. The system

automatically prevents wheel lock and enhances vehicle

control during braking.

WARNING!

 The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those

resulting from excessive speed in turns, following

another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.

WARNING!

 The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip-

ment that may be susceptible to interference caused

by improperly installed or high output radio transmit-

tingequipment. This interference can cause possible

loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of

such equipment should be performed by qualified

professionals.

 The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must

never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous

manner that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the

safety of others.

The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that the

ABS is working properly each time the vehicle is started

and driven. During this self-check, you may hear a slight

clicking sound as well as some related motor noises.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning

Light

The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when the ignition

is placed in the ON/RUN mode and may stay on for as long

as four seconds.

The ABS is activated during braking when the system

detects one or more wheels are beginning to lock. Road

conditions such as ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad

tracks, loose debris, or panic stops may increase the

likelihood of ABS activation(s).

 Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their

effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping

makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly

on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or

stop.

If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes on while

driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake

system is not functioning and that service is required.

However, the conventional brake system will continue to

operate normally if the ABS Warning Light is on.

You also may experience the following normal

characteristics when the ABS activates:

 The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics

from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase

braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded

by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the

traction afforded.

 ABS motor noise or clicking sounds (you may continue

to hear for a short time after the stop)

If the ABS Warning Light is on, the brake system should be

serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of

Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS Warning Light does not come

on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have

the light repaired as soon as possible.

 Brake pedal pulsations

(Continued)

 A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of the stop

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REAR SEAT REMINDER ALERT (RSRA)

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL (EBC)

SYSTEM

WARNING!

RSRA alerts of the possible presence of an object,

passenger, or pet in the rear seats through a visual and

auditory notification. When the system is activated, it

displays the message “Check Rear Seat” on the

instrument cluster display and sounds an auditory alert

upon the driver placing the ignition in the OFF position to

exit the vehicle. The system will activate automatically if a

rear door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being

placed in the ON/RUN position. RSRA should be used as a

reminder to check the rear seats, it does not directly

detect objects, passengers, or pets and is only activated

when the previous conditions are met.

The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the

natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor

can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road

conditions. BAS cannot prevent collisions, including

those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving

on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The

capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be

exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which

could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of

others.

Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic

Brake Control (EBC) system. This system includes

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS),

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Electronic Roll

Mitigation (ERM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill

Start Assist (HSA), and Traction Control System (TCS).

These systems work together to enhance both vehicle

stability and control in various driving conditions.

Your vehicle may also be equipped with Trailer Sway

Control (TSC) and Hill Descent Control (HDC).

Brake System Warning Light

The red Brake System Warning Light will turn on when the

ignition is placed in the ON/RUNmode and may stay on for

as long as four seconds.

To enable or disable RSRA, see Ú page 191.

Brake Assist System (BAS)

The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking

capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The

system detects an emergencybraking situation bysensing

the rate and amount of brake application, and then

applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help

reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very

quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the

benefit of the system, you must apply continuous braking

pressure during the stopping sequence (do not “pump”

the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless

braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is

released, the BAS is deactivated.

WARNING!

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 Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete

stop, then shift the automatic transmission into

PARK and apply the parking brake.

If the Brake System Warning Light remains on or comes on

while driving, it indicates that the brake system is not

functioning properly and that immediate service is

required. If the Brake System Warning Light does not

come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode,

have the light repaired as soon as possible.

 Always make sure the keyless ignition node is in the

OFF position, key fob is removed from the vehicle

and vehicle is locked.

 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children 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 gear selector.

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

EBD manages the distribution of the braking torque

between the front and rear axles by limiting braking

pressure to the rear axle. This is done to prevent overslip

of the rear wheels to avoid vehicle instability, and to

prevent the rear axle from entering the Anti-Lock Brake

System (ABS) before the front axle.

 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi-

cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause

serious injury or death.

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Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

WARNING!

The ERM system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by

monitoring the driver’s steering wheel inputand the speed

of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate of

change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed

are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then applies

the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power

to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur. ERM can

only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during

severe or evasive driving maneuvers; it cannot prevent

wheel lift due to other factors, such as road conditions,

leaving the roadway, striking objects or other vehicles.

ESC enhances directional control and stability of the

vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects for

oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying

the brake of the appropriate wheel(s) to counteract these

conditions. Engine power may also be reduced to help the

vehicle maintain the desired path.

 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the

natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,

nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing

road conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents,

including those resulting from excessive speed in

turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro-

planing. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting

from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate

driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive,

and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabil-

ities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be

exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which

could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of

others.

 Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

 Understeer — when the vehicle is turning less than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle

path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual

path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match

the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the

appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer

or understeer condition.

WARNING!

Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road conditions

and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel

lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot prevent all wheel

lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the

roadway or striking objects or other vehicles. The

capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must never be

exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which

could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of

others.

 Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly maintain

your vehicle, may change the handling characteris-

tics of your vehicle, and may negatively affect the

performance of the ESC system. Changes to the

steering system, suspension, braking system, tire

type and size or wheel size may adversely affect ESC

performance. Improperly inflated and unevenly worn

tires mayalso degrade ESC performance. Anyvehicle

modification or poor vehicle maintenance that

reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can

increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle

rollover, personal injury and death.

The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light located in

the instrument cluster will start toflash as soon as the ESC

system becomes active. The ESC Activation/Malfunction

Indicator Light also flashes when the TCS is active. If the

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash

during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply

as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed

and driving to the prevailing road conditions.

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ESC Operating Modes

Depending upon model and mode of operation, the ESC

system may have multiple operating modes.

WARNING!

 In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque reduc-

tion and stability features are disabled. Therefore,

enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system

is unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver,

the ESC system will not engage to assist in main-

taining stability. ESC “Full Off” mode is intended for

off-highway or off-road use only.

 When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of

ESC (except for the limited slip feature described in

the TCS section) has been disabled and the ESC OFF

Indicator Light will be illuminated. When in “Partial

Off” mode, the engine power reduction feature of

TCS is disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability

offered by the ESC system is reduced.

ESC On

This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. Whenever

the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this mode.

This mode should be used for most driving conditions.

Alternate ESC modes should only be used for specific

reasons as noted in the following paragraphs.

 The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent

the natural laws of physics from acting on the

 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when the ESC

system is in the “Partial Off” mode.

Partial Off

vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by

prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all

accidents, including those resulting from excessive

speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or

hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent collisions.

This mode may be useful if the vehicle becomes stuck.

This mode may modify TCS and ESC thresholds for

activation, which allows for more wheel spin than normally

allowed.

Full Off — If Equipped

This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only

and should not be used on any public roadways. In this

mode, TCS and ESC features are turned off. To enter the

“Full Off” mode, push and hold the ESC OFF button for five

seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine

running. After five seconds, a chime will sound, the ESC

OFF Indicator Light will illuminate, and the “ESC OFF”

message will display in the instrumentcluster. To turn ESC

on again, momentarily push the ESC OFF button.

To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily push the ESC

OFF button and the ESC OFF Indicator Light will illuminate.

To turn the ESC on again, momentarily push the ESC OFF

button and the ESC OFF Indicator Light will turn off.

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ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

And ESC OFF Indicator Light

NOTE:

The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

in the instrument cluster will come on when the

ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode. It

For vehicles with multiple partial ESC modes, the push and

release of the button will toggle the ESC modes. Multiple

attempts may be required to return to “ESC On”.

NOTE:

should go out with the engine running. If the

System may switch from ESC “Full Off” to “Partial Off”

mode when vehicle exceeds a predetermined speed.

When the vehicle speed slows below the predetermined

speed the system will return to ESC “Full Off”.

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light comes on

continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has

been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on

after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been

driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than

30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon as

possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.

ESC modes may also be affected by drive modes (if

equipped).

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The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light starts to

flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system

becomes active. The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator

Light also flashes when TCS is active. If the ESC

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash

during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply

as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed

and driving to the prevailing road conditions.

The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to

activate:

Disabling And Enabling HSA

This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the

current setting, proceed as follows:

 The feature must be enabled.

 The vehicle must be stopped.

 The parking brake must be off.

 The driver door must be closed.

 The vehicle must be on a sufficient grade.

If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings Ú page 191.

Towing With HSA

HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back while

towing a trailer.

The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates that the

Electronic StabilityControl (ESC) is in areduced

mode.

 The gear selection must match vehicle uphill direction

(i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle

backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).

WARNING!

 If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer,

the trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated

with the brake switch. If so, there may not be enough

brake pressure to hold both the vehicle and the

trailer on a hill when the brake pedal is released. In

order to avoid rolling down an incline while resuming

acceleration, manually activate the trailer brake or

apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to releasing

the brake pedal.

 HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward gears.

The system will not activate if the transmission is in

PARK or NEUTRAL.

NOTE:

 The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and the

ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each

time the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode.

WARNING!

 Each time the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode,

the ESC system will be on even if it was turned off previ-

ously.

There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist

(HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, such

as on minor hills or with a loaded vehicle, or while

pulling a trailer. HSA is not a substitute for active driving

involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be

attentive to distance to other vehicles, people, and

objects, and most importantly brake operation to

ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road

conditions. Your complete attention is always required

while driving to maintain safe control of your vehicle.

Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision

or serious personal injury.

 The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds

when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop

when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver

that caused the ESC activation.

 HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the parking

brake fully when exiting your vehicle. Also, be certain

to place the transmission in PARK.

 Failure to follow these warnings can result in a colli-

sion or serious personal injury.

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

HSA is designed to mitigate roll back from a complete stop

while on an incline. If the driver releases the brake while

stopped on an incline, HSA will continue to hold the brake

pressure for a short period. If the driver does not apply the

throttle before this time expires, the system will release

brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill as

normal.

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Enabling SSC

SSC Target Set Speeds

Rain Brake Support (RBS)

SSC is enabled by pushing the SSC switch, but the

following conditions must also be met to enable SSC:

 1st = 0.6 mph (1 km/h)

 2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)

 3rd = 1.8 mph (3 km/h)

 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)

 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h)

 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h)

 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h)

 8th = 5 mph (8 km/h)

RBS may improve braking performance in wet conditions.

It will periodically apply a small amount of brake pressure

to remove any water buildup on the front brake rotors.

It functions when the windshield wipers are in LO or HI

speed. When Rain Brake Support is active, there is no

notification to the driver and no driver interaction is

required.

 The driveline is in 4WD Low.

 The vehicle speed is below 5 mph (8 km/h).

 The parking brake is released.

 The driver door is closed.

 The driver is not applying throttle.

Activating SSC

Ready Alert Braking (RAB)

RAB may reduce the time required to reach full braking

during emergency braking situations. It anticipates when

an emergency braking situation may occur by monitoring

how fast the throttle is released by the driver. The

Electronic Brake Control system will prepare the brake

system for a panic stop.

Once SSC is enabled it will activate automatically once the

following conditions are met:

 9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h) — if equipped

 REVERSE = 0.6 mph (1 km/h)

 NEUTRAL = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)

 PARK = SSC remains enabled but not active

NOTE:

 The driver releases the throttle.

 The driver releases the brake.

 The transmission is in any selection other than PARK.

 Your vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h).

Selec-Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped

SSC is intended for off-road driving in 4WD Low only. SSC

maintains vehicle speed by actively controlling engine

torque and brakes.

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 During SSC, the +/- gear selector input is used for SSC

target speed selection but will not affect the gear

chosen by the transmission. While actively controlling

SSC, the transmission will shift appropriately for the

driver-selected set speed and corresponding driving

conditions.

The set speed for SSC is selectable by the driver, and can

be adjusted by using the gear shift +/-. Additionally, the

SSC set speed maybe reduced when climbing a grade and

the level of set speed reduction depends on the

magnitude of grade. The following summarizes the SSC

set speeds:

SSC has three states:

1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate)

2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation

conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding

with brake or throttle application)

 SSC operation is influenced by Off Road+ drive mode if

active. The differences may be notable to the driver as

a varying level of aggressiveness.

3. Active (feature is enabled and actively controlling

vehicle speed)

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Driver Override

Feedback To The Driver

A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential (BLD)

functions similarly toa limited slip differential and controls

the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a

driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system

will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow

more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not

spinning. BLD may remain enabled even if TCS and

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) are in reduced modes.

The driver may override SSC activation with throttle or

brake application at any time.

The instrument cluster has an SSC icon and the SSC

switch has a lamp which offers feedback to the driver

about the state SSC is in.

Deactivating SSC

 The cluster icon and switch lamp will illuminate and

remain on solid when SSC is enabled or activated.

These are the normal operating conditions for SSC.

SSC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the

following conditions occur:

 The driver overrides SSC set speed with throttle or

brake application.

 The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several

seconds then extinguish when the driver pushes the

SSC switch but enabled conditions are not met.

Trailer Sway Control (TSC)

TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an

excessively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate

actions to attempt to stop the sway.

 The vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph (32 km/h) but

remains below 40 mph (64 km/h).

 The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several

seconds then extinguish when SSC disables due to

excess speed.

 The vehicle is shifted into PARK.

NOTE:

Disabling SSC

TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always use

caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue

weight recommendations Ú page 173.

 The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash then extin-

guish when SSC deactivates due to overheated brakes.

SSC will deactivate and be disabled if any of the following

conditions occur:

 The driver pushes the SSC switch.

 The driveline is shifted out of the 4WD Low.

 The parking brake is applied.

When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/Malfunction

Indicator Light will flash, the engine power may be reduced

and you may feel the brakes being applied to individual

wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is

disabled when the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” or

“Full Off” modes.

WARNING!

SSC is only intended to assist the driver in controlling

vehicle speed when driving in off road conditions. The

driver must remain attentive to the driving conditions

and is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed.

 The driver door opens.

 The vehicle is driven greater than 20 mph (32 km/h)

for greater than 70 seconds.

WARNING!

 The vehicle is driven greater than 40 mph (64 km/h).

SSC will exist immediately.

Traction Control System (TCS)

If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle down,

stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer

load to eliminate trailer sway.

The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the

driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, theTCS may apply

brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduce

engine power to provide enhanced acceleration and

stability.

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The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane

width on both sides of the vehicle 12 ft (3.8 m). The zone

length starts at the outside rearview mirror and extends

approximately 10 ft (3 m) beyond the rear fascia/bumper

of the vehicle. The BSM system monitors the detection

zones on both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed

reaches approximately6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will

alert the driver of vehicles in these areas.

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS

BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) —

IF EQUIPPED

BSM uses two radar sensors, located inside the taillights,

to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles,

trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones

from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.

NOTE:

 The BSM system DOES NOT alert the driver about

rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the

detection zones.

Radar Sensor Locations

If the system detects degraded performance due to

contamination or foreign objects, a message will warn you

of a blocked sensor and the warning indicators in side

view mirrors will be on. The warning indicators will remain

illuminated until blockage clearing conditions are met.

First clear the taillights around the sensors of the

blockage. After removing the blockage, the following

procedure can be used to reset the system:

 BSM may experience dropouts (blinking on and off) of

the side mirror warning indicator lights when a motor-

cycle or any small object remains at the side of the

vehicle for extended periods of time (more than a

couple of seconds).

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The BSM system can become blocked if snow, ice, mud, or

other road contaminations accumulate on the rear fascia/

bumper where the radar sensors are located. The system

may also detect blockage if the vehicle is operated in

areas with extremely low radar returns such as a desert or

parallel to a large elevation drop. If blockage is detected,

a “Blind Spot Temporarily Unavailable, Wipe Rear

Corners” message will display in the cluster, both mirror

lights will illuminate, and BSM and RCP alerts will not

occur. This is normal operation. The system will

automatically recover and resume function when the

condition clears. To minimize system blockage, do not

block the area of the rear fascia/bumper where the radar

sensors are located with foreign objects (bumper stickers,

bicycle racks, etc.) and keep it clear of road

Cycle the ignition from ON to OFF and then back ON.

Rear Detection Zones

If the blockage message is still present after cycling the

ignition and driving in traffic, check again for a blockage.

When the vehicle is started, the BSM Warning Light will

momentarily illuminate in both outside rearview mirrors to

let the driver know that the system is operational. The

BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any

forward gear and enters standbymode when the vehicle is

in PARK.

The system may also detect a blockage if the vehicle is

operated in areas with extremely low radar returns such as

a desert or parallel to a large elevation drop.

contaminations.

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The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the

detection zones by illuminating the BSM Warning Light

located in the outside mirrors, in addition to sounding an

audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume

Ú page 272.

Entering From The Side

Overtaking Traffic

Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either

side of the vehicle.

If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed

less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in

the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning

light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between

the two vehicles is greater than 15 mph (24 km/h), the

warning light will not illuminate.

Side Monitoring

Entering From The Rear

Warning Light Location

Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either

side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative

speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).

The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three

different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see

if an alert is necessary. The BSM system will issue an alert

during these types of zone entries.

Overtaking/Approaching

Rear Monitoring

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Rear Cross Path (RCP)

RCP is intended to aid the driver when backing out of

parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles

may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the

parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.

The RCP system will then have a clear view of the cross

traffic, and if an oncoming vehicle is detected, alert the

driver.

Overtaking/Passing

Opposing Traffic

The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on

stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage,

berms, snow banks, car washes, etc. However,

occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is

normal operation and your vehicle does not require

service.

For information on how Blind Spot Monitoring functions

when pulling a trailer Ú page 272.

WARNING!

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The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help

detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system

is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicyclists, or

animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM

system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance

over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before

changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in serious

injury or death.

The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are

traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in

adjacent lanes Ú page 402.

RCP Detection Zones

RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of

the vehicle, for objects that are moving toward the side of

the vehicle with a minimum speed of approximately 3 mph

(5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of approximately

20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations.

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When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE (R), the

driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms,

including reducing the radio volume.

Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime

Trailer Merge Assist — If Equipped

Trailer Merge Assist is a function of the Blind Spot

Monitoring (BSM) system that extends the blind spot zone

to work while pulling a trailer.

When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode,

the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the

appropriate side view mirror based on a detected object.

If the turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to

an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible

chime will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and

detected object are present on the same side at the same

time, both the visual and audible alerts will be issued. In

addition to the audible alert the radio (if on) will also be

muted.

NOTE:

In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be

blocked by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors

are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will

not be able to alert the driver.

NOTE:

When Trailer Merge Assist is activated, Rear Cross Path is

disabled.

Trailer Merge Assist consists of three sub functions:

 Automatic Trailer Detection

WARNING!

Rear Cross Path Detection (RCP) is not a backup aid

system. It is intended to be used to help a driver detect

an oncoming vehicle in a parking lot situation. Drivers

must be careful when backing up, even when using

RCP. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look

behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians,

animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots

before backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious

injury or death.

 Trailer Length Detection

NOTE:

 Trailer Merge Warning

Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM

system, the radio is also muted.

When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with

both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is

present. Whenever an audible alert is requested, the radio

is also muted. Turn/hazard signal status is ignored; the

RCP state always requests the chime.

Blind Spot Alert Off

Blind Spot Modes

Blind Spot has three selectable modes of operation that

are available in the Uconnect system.

When the BSM system is turned off there will be no visual

or audible alerts from either the BSM, RCP, or Trailer

Merge Assist systems.

NOTE:

Blind Spot Alert Lights Only

Blind Spot Zones With Trailer Merge Assist

The BSM system will store the current operating mode

when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle is

started the previously stored mode will be recalled and

used.

When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the BSM system

will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view

mirror based on a detected object. However, when the

system is operating in Rear Cross Path (RCP) mode, the

system will respond with both visual and audible alerts

when a detected object is present. Whenever an audible

alert is requested, the radio is muted.

1 — Vehicle

2 — Trailer

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Automatic Trailer Detection

NOTE:

During the same ignition cycle, if the vehicle is at a

standstill for a minimum of 90 seconds, a new “trailer

detection request” is enabled by the system once the

vehicle resumes motion.

There are two modes of operation for the detection of the

trailer length:

 Automatic Mode — When “Auto Mode” is selected, the

system will use the blind spot sensors to automatically

determine the presence and length of a trailer. The

presence of a trailer will be detected using the blind

spot radar within 90 seconds of forward movement of

the vehicle. The vehicle must be moving above 6 mph

(10 km/h) to activate the feature. Once the trailer has

been detected, the system will default to the maximum

blind spot zone until the length has been verified. You

The maximum trailer length supported by the Trailer

Merge Assist feature is 39.5 ft (12 m). Trailer length is

considered the forward most portion of the trailer hitch to

the rearward most portion of the body, fascia/bumper, or

ramp of the trailer.

The maximum width supported by the Trailer Merge Assist

feature is 8.5 ft (2.59 m). Trailer width is measured at the

widest portion of the trailer and may include wheels, tires,

finders, or rails.

Trailer Length Detection

1 — Trailer Length

will see “Auto” in the instrument panel cluster

.

 Maximum Mode — When “Max Mode” is selected, the

2 — Trailer Hitch

3 — Trailer Width

system will default to the maximum blind spot zone

NOTE:

regardless of what size trailer is attached

.

Fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers are not supported by

Trailer Merge Assist.

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NOTE:

Trailer length will be identified and placed into one of the

following categories:

Selected setting is stored when the ignition is placed in the

OFF position. To change this setting, it must be selected

through the Uconnect Settings Ú page 191.

NOTE:

The ability to detect a trailer may be degraded in crowded

or busy environments. Busy parking lots, narrow areas

surrounded with trees, or any other crowded area may

prevent the radar sensors from being able to adequately

detect the trailer. The system will try to detect a trailer at

every ignition cycle or 90 seconds of standstill.

 Trailer length up to 10 ft (3 m) — Blind spot zone will be

adjusted to 10 ft (3 m)

.

Trailer Length Detection

 Trailer length between 10 ft to 20 ft

(3 m to 6 m) — Blind spot zone will be adjusted to

Once the trailer presence has been established, the trailer

length will be established (by making a 90 degree turn)

and then the trailer length category (example 10-20 ft

(3 m to 6 m)) will be displayed. This can take up to

30 seconds after completing the turn.

20 ft (6 m)

.

 Trailer length between 20 ft to 30 ft

(6 m to 9 m) — Blind spot zone will be adjusted to

30 ft (9 m)

.

 Trailer length between 30 ft and 39.5 ft

(9 m to 12 m) — Blind spot zone will be adjusted to

Max distance

.

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If the driver does not take action based upon these

progressive warnings, then the system will provide a

limited level of active braking to help slow the vehicle and

mitigate the potential forward collision. If the driver reacts

to the warnings by braking and the system determines

that the driver intends to avoid the collision by braking but

has not applied sufficient brake force, the system will

compensate and provide additional brake force as

required.

NOTE:

WARNING!

Trailer length is determined within +/- 3 ft (1 m) of actual

length. Trailers that are the same size as the category

limit, 10/20/30 ft (3/6/9 m), could be subject to being

placed in the category above or below the correct one.

The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help

detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system

is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicyclists, or

animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM

system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance

over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before

changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in serious

injury or death.

Trailer Merge Warning

Trailer Merge Warning is the extension of the blind spot

function to cover the length of the trailer, plus a safety

margin, to warn the driver when there is a vehicle in the

adjacent lane. The driver is alerted by the illumination of

the BSM Warning Light located in the outside mirror on the

side the other vehicle is detected on. In addition, an

audible (chime) alert will be heard and radio volume will

be reduced Ú page 272.

If a FCW with Mitigation event begins at a speed below

32 mph (52 km/h), the system may provide the maximum

braking possible to mitigate the potential forward

collision. If the Forward Collision Warning with Mitigation

event stops the vehicle completely, the system will hold

the vehicle at standstill for two seconds and then release

the brakes.

FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)

WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED

FCW with Mitigation provides the driver with audible

warnings, visual warnings (within the instrument cluster

display), and may apply a brake jerk to warn the driver

when it detects a potential frontal collision. The warnings

and limited braking are intended to provide the driver with

enough time to react, avoid or mitigate the potential

collision.

NOTE:

 The Trailer Merge Alert system DOES NOT alert the

driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are

outside the detection zones.

 The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system may experi-

ence drop outs (blinking on and off) of the side mirror

warning indicator lights when a motorcycleor any small

object remains at the side of the vehicle for extended

periods of time (more than a couple of seconds).

NOTE:

FCW monitors the information from the forward looking

sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to

calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the

system determines that aforward collision is probable, the

driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings as

well as a possible brake jerk warning.

 Crowded areas such as parking lots, neighborhoods,

etc. may lead to an increased amount of false alerts.

This is normal operation.

FCW Message

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When the system determines a collision with the vehicle in

front of you is no longer probable, the warning message

will be deactivated Ú page 402.

 When FCW status is set to “Only Warning”, this

WARNING!

prevents the system from providing limited active

braking, or additional brake support if the driver is not

braking adequately in the event of a potential frontal

collision.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to

avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every

type of potential collision. The driver has the

responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the

vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this

warning could lead to serious injury or death.

NOTE:

 The minimum speed for FCW activation is 3 mph

(5 km/h).

 When FCW status is set to “Warning and Braking”, this

allows the system to warn the driver of a possible colli-

sion with the vehicle in front using audible/visual warn-

ings and it applies autonomous braking.

 The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than

vehicles such as guardrails or sign posts based on the

course prediction. This is expected and is a part of

normal FCW activation and functionality.

 The FCW system state is defaulted to “Full On” from

oneignition cycle to the next. If the system is turned off,

it will reset to “Full On” when the vehicle is restarted.

Turning FCW On Or Off

The FCW button is located in the Uconnect display in the

control settings Ú page 191.

 It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To prevent such

misuse of the system, after four Active Braking events

within a keycycle, the ActiveBraking portion of FCW will

be deactivated until the next key cycle.

FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity

The FCW Sensitivity and Active Braking status are

programmable through the Uconnect system

Ú page 191.

 To turn the FCW system on, press the forward collision

button once.

 The FCW system is intended for on-road use only. If the

vehicle is taken off-road, the FCW system should be

deactivated to prevent unnecessary warnings to the

surroundings.

 To turn the FCW system off, press the forward collision

button once.

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 Far

NOTE:

 When the sensitivity of FCW is set to the “Far”

setting and the system status is “Only Warning”,

this allows the system to warn the driver of a

possible more distant collision with the vehicle in

front using audible/visual warnings.

 When the FCW is “on”, this allows the system to warn

the driver of a possible collision with the vehicle in

front.

 FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as over-

head objects, ground reflections, objects not in the

path of the vehicle, stationary objects that are far away,

oncoming traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or

higher rate of speed.

 When the FCW is “off”, this prevents the system from

warning the driver of a possible collision with the

vehicle in front. If the FCW is set to “off”, “FCW OFF” will

be displayed in the instrument cluster display.

 More cautious drivers that do not mind frequent

warnings may prefer this setting.

 FCW will be disabled like ACC, with the unavailable

screens.

NOTE:

The “Far” setting may result in a greater number of FCW

possible collision warnings experienced.

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 Medium

Service FCW Warning

If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster

displays:

WARNING!

 When the sensitivity of FCW is set to the“Medium”

Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) is not intended to

avoid a collision on its own, nor can PEB detect every

type of potential collision with a pedestrian. The driver

has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling

the vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow

this warning could lead to serious injury or death.

setting and the system status is “Only Warning”,

this allows the system to warn the driver of a

possible collision with the vehicle in front using

audible/visual warnings.

 ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required

 Cruise/FCW Unavailable Service Required

This indicates there is an internal system fault. Although

the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, have

the system checked by an authorized dealer.

 Near

 When the sensitivity of FCW is set to the “Near”

setting and the system status is “Only Warning”,

this allows the system to warn the driver of a

possible closer collision with the vehicle in front

using audible/visual warnings.

Turning PEB On Or Off

Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) —

If Equipped

PEB is a subsystem of the FCW system that provides the

driver with audible and visual warnings in the instrument

cluster display, and may apply automatic braking when it

detects a potential frontal collision with a pedestrian/

cyclist.

NOTE:

The default status of PEB is “On.” This allows the system

to warn you of a possible frontal collision with the

pedestrian.

 This setting provides less reaction time than the

“Far” and “Medium” settings, which allows for a

more dynamic driving experience.

The PEB button is located in the Uconnect display in the

controls settings Ú page 191.

 More dynamic or aggressive drivers that want to

avoid frequent warnings may prefer this setting.

To turn the PEB system off, push the Pedestrian

Emergency Braking button once.

If a PEB eventbegins at a speed below 37 mph (60 km/h),

the system may provide braking to mitigate the potential

collision with a pedestrian/cyclist. If the PEB event stops

the vehicle completely, the system will hold the vehicle at

a standstill for two seconds and then release the brakes.

When the system determines a collision with the

NOTE:

The “Near” setting may result in a lesser number of FCW

possible collision warnings experienced.

To turn the PEB system back on, push the Pedestrian

Emergency Braking button again.

Changing the PEB status to “Off” deactivates the system,

so no warning or active braking will be available in case of

a possible frontal collision with the pedestrian.

FCW Limited Warning

If the instrument cluster displays “ACC/FCW Limited

Functionality” or “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean

Front Windshield” momentarily, there may be a condition

that limits FCW functionality. Although the vehicle is still

driveable under normal conditions, the active braking may

not be fully available. Once the condition that limited the

system performance is no longer present, the system will

return toits full performance state. If the problem persists,

see an authorized dealer.

pedestrian/cyclist in front of you is no longer probable, the

warning message will be deactivated.

NOTE:

The minimum speed for PEB activation is 3 mph (5 km/h).

The PEB system will retain the last setting selected by the

driver after ignition shut down.

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The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the

tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning limit for

any reason, including low temperature effects and natural

pressure loss through the tire Ú page 402.

Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to

approximately 27 psi (186 kPa), but the TPMS Warning

Light will still be on. In this situation, the TPMS Warning

Light will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the

vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(TPMS)

TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on

the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure.

The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire

pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn

off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended

cold placard pressure. Once the low TPMS Warning Light

illuminates, increase the tire pressure to the

recommended cold placard pressure in order for the

TPMS Warning Light to turn off. The system will

automatically update and the TPMS Warning Lightwill turn

off once the system receives the updated tire pressures.

The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes

above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive

this information.

NOTE:

CAUTION!

The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate in the instrument

cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in

one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the

instrument cluster will display a graphic showing the

pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure

values in a different color, or the Uconnect radio will

display a TPMS message; when this occurs you must

increase the tire pressure to the recommended cold

placard pressure in order for the TPMS Warning Light to

turn off.

 The TPMS has been optimized for the original equip-

ment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning

have been established for the tire size equipped on

your vehicle. Undesirablesystem operation or sensor

damage may result when using replacement equip-

ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.

Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage.

 Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to

become inoperable. After using an aftermarket tire

sealant it is recommended that you take your vehicle

to an authorized dealership to have your sensor func-

tion checked.

NOTE:

The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi

(7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the

outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will

decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on

cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire

pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least

three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a

three hour period. The cold tireinflation pressure must not

exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the

tire sidewall. The tire pressure will also increase as the

vehicle is driven — this is normal and there should be no

adjustment for this increased pressure.

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When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to be

increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above the

recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the

TPMS Warning Light off.

 After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always

reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent mois-

ture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which

could damage the TPMS sensor.

For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold

(parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of

30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F

(20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi

(186 kPa), a temperature drop to 20°F (-7°C) will

decrease the tire pressure to approximately 23 psi

(158 kPa). This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough

to turn on the TPMS Warning Light.

See Ú page 370 on how to properly inflate the vehicle’s

tires.

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NOTE:

TheTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) uses wireless

technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to

monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each

wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure

readings to the receiver module.

 The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care

and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure

or condition.

 The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge

while adjusting your tire pressure, unless your vehicle

is equipped with a Tire Fill Alert (TFA) system.

NOTE:

It is particularly important for you to check the tire

pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to

maintain the proper pressure.

 Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the

tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinfla-

tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and

may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

The TPMS consists of the following components:

 Receiver module

Low Tire Pressure Display

 The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-

nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain

correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure

gauge, even if underinflation has not reached the level

to trigger illumination of the TPMS Warning Light.

 Four Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors

Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible

and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition

(those in a different color in the instrument cluster

graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard

pressure inflation value as shown in the "Inflate to XX"

message. Once the system receives the updated tire

pressures, the system will automatically update, the

graphic display in the instrument cluster will return to its

original color, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Light will turn off. The vehicle may need to be

driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in

order for the TPMS to receive this information.

 Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System messages,

which display in the instrument cluster

 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low

Pressure Warnings

 Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pres-

sure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pres-

sure in the tire.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Warning Light will illuminate in the instrument

cluster and a chime will sound when tire

pressure is low in one or more of the four active

road tires. In addition, the instrument cluster will display a

graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the

low tire pressure values in a different color. An "Inflate to

XX" message will also be displayed.

NOTE:

When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to be

increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above the

recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light off.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display

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The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the

instrument cluster will display a Tire Pressure Temporarily

Unavailable message in place of the tire pressure display

screen. If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will

repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system

fault no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring

System Warning Light” will no longer flash and the tire

pressure display screen will be displayed showing the tire

pressure values the correct locations.

 For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will

sound, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and

then remain on solid, and the instrument cluster will

display a "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for a

minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (--)

in place of the pressure value.

Service TPMS Warning

If a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on and off for 75

seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will

also sound a chime. In addition, the instrument cluster will

display a "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for a minimum

of five seconds and then display dashes (--) in place of the

pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being

received.

 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and

reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the non-matching

full size spare or compact spare, the TPMS will update

automatically. In addition, the Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) Warning Light will turn off and the

graphic in the instrument cluster will display a new

pressure value instead of dashes (--), as long as no tire

pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any

of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be

driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h)

in order for the TPMS to receive this information.

Vehicles With Non-Matching Full Size Spare Or Compact

Spare

If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat,

providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no

longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Light will no longer flash, and the "SERVICE TPM

SYSTEM" message will no longer display, and a pressure

valuewill display in place of the dashes. A system fault can

occur due to any of the following:

 The non-matching full size spare or compact spare tire

does not have a TPMS sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will

not monitor the pressure in the non-matching full size

spare or compact spare tire.

 If you install the non-matching full size spare or

compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a

pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon

the next ignition switch cycle, the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light and a

“LOW TIRE” message will remain on and a chime will

sound. In addition, the graphic in the instrument

cluster will still display a pressure value in a different

color and an “Inflate to XX” message.

 Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving

next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies

as the Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors

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Tire Fill Alert

This feature notifies the user when the placard tire

pressure is attained while inflating or deflating the tire.

 Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains

materials that may block radio wave signals

You may choose to disable or enable the Tire Fill Alert

feature through use of the Uconnect Settings in the radio.

 Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or

wheel housings

NOTE:

 Using tire chains on the vehicle

 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above

15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on and off for

75 seconds and then remain on solid. In addition, the

instrument cluster will display a "SERVICE TPM

 Only one tire can be filled at a time when using the Tire

Fill Alert system.

 Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors

A system fault may occur due to an incorrect TPMS sensor

location condition. When a system fault occurs due to an

incorrect TPMS sensor location, the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on and

off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.

 The Tire Fill Alert feature cannot be entered if an

existing TPMS fault is set to “active” or if the system is

in deactivation mode (if equipped).

SYSTEM" message for a minimum of five seconds and

then display dashes (--) in place of the pressure value.

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The system will be activated when a positive increase in

tire pressure is detected by the TPMS while inflating the

tire. The ignition must be in the RUN mode, with the

transmission in PARK.

Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Pairing

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TTPMS) — If Equipped

The Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TTPMS) is a

feature that displays the trailer tire pressure values and

warns the driver of a low tire pressure event based on the

driver’s set target tire pressure value, through TTPMS

settings found in the radio.

In order use this feature, the provided tire pressure

sensors must be installed in the desired trailer tires and

the sensors must be paired to the truck. If the target trailer

requires more than the provided four sensors, additional

sensors can be purchased at an authorized Ram

dealership.

NOTE:

It is not required to have the engine running to enter Tire

Fill Alert mode.

With the sensors installed and the trailer near or

connected to your Ram truck, initiate the pairing process

by entering the settings menu in the radio and selecting

trailer. Select the desired trailer profile to pair to, open the

“Tire Pressure” menu, and hit “Setup All Tires”

Ú page 191.

The hazard lamps will come on to confirm the vehicle is in

Tire Fill Alert mode.

The TTPMS monitors the pressure of each tire and warns

the driver through the instrument cluster, when either a

low tire pressure condition falls below 25% of the driver’s

set pressure or if a system malfunction occurs. The

instrument cluster will display the actual tire pressure or

dashes for each of the trailer tires in the correct trailer

position, based on trailer configuration. The TTPMS can

support up to 12 trailer tires per configured trailer on up to

four configurable trailers Ú page 191.

When Tire Fill Alert mode is entered, the tire pressure

display screen will be displayed in the instrument cluster.

If the hazard lamps do not come on while inflating the tire,

the TPMS sensor maybeout of range preventing the TPMS

sensor signal from being received. In this case, the vehicle

may need to be moved either forward or backward slightly

to exit the null spot.

NOTE:

The vehicle may not be driven until the pairing process is

complete.

Operation:

 The horn will sound once to let the user know when to

stop filling the tire, when it reaches recommended

pressure.

 The horn will sound three times if the tire is overfilled

and will continue to sound every five seconds if the

user continues to inflate the tire.

 The horn will sound once again when enough air is let

out to reach proper inflation level.

 The horn will also sound three times if the tire is then

underinflated and will continue to sound every five

seconds if the user continues to deflate the tire.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Trailer Tire Pressure Settings

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Service TTPMS Warning

NOTE:

If the pairing process times out after three minutes of no

communication with a sensor, a double horn chip will

occur indicating the pairing has failed and a message will

display on the radio indicating the process was unsuc-

cessful. Under certain circumstances, the double horn

chirp may continue to happen every three minutes indi-

cating the failed pairing. If this happens, the horn chirping

may be canceled by cycling the ignition button OFF and

then back to RUN position.

If a system fault is detected, the instrument cluster will

display a “Trailer Tire Pressure System Service Required”

message for a minimum of five seconds.

Once the system fault is corrected the "Trailer Tire

Pressure System Service Required" message will no

longer be displayed. The vehicle may need to be driven for

up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the

TTPMS to receive the trailer tire pressure information.

Trailer Tire Pressure System Not Configured

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Pressure Warnings

A “Trailer Tire Pressure System Not Configured” message

will be displayed in the instrument cluster on the TTPMS

instrument cluster graphic when a trailer number is

selected that has not had trailer tire pressure sensors

paired. To correct this condition, see Ú page 191.

When a tire pressure low in one or more of the active road

tires is detected, the instrument cluster will display a

message stating “Trailer Tire Pressure Low”.

The instrument cluster will then display the TTPMS graphic

showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire

pressure values in a different color.

Trailer Tire Pressure Pairing

Follow the on screen prompts to select the number of

axles (1-3), the number of trailer tires (2, 4, 6, 8, or 12),

and the set trailer tire pressure. The range is selectable

anywhere between 25-125 psi (172-862 kPa).

Trailer Sensors Detected Do Not Match Active Trailer

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Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible

and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those in

a different color in the instrument cluster graphic) to the

customer programmed target tire pressure value as

shown at the top of the TTPMS instrument cluster graphic.

Once the tire(s) are inflated, the system will automatically

update the graphic display in the instrument cluster,

returning to its original color. The vehicle may need to be

driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in

order for the TTPMS to receive the updated information.

The “Trailer Sensors Detected Do Not Match Active

Trailer” message will be displayed in the instrument

cluster when the trailer sensors being received by the

TTPMS module do not match the trailer sensors paired to

the current trailer number selected. This message will be

displayed when the sensors being received completely

match the sensors paired to another trailer number

configured in the TTPMS module.

Once psi (kPa) is programmed, the pairing screen

appears. Tire sensors must be paired in order shown.

Starting with Tire 1, deflate tire by 5 psi (34 kPa) and wait

for a horn chirp. It may take up to three minutes for the

chirp to occur, indicating that the sensor has paired.

Repeat process on each tire, in order, until complete.

Do not exit the pairing screen until process is complete.

If pairing was unsuccessful, a double horn chirp will

sound, and a prompt on the touchscreen will allow you to

retry the procedure; “Retry” will only appear when setup

fails. Each tire must be successfully paired during a single

pairing process to receive the success screen.

To correct this condition, the correct trailer number must

be selected in the radio Ú page 191.

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3. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing

child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat,

move the seat as far back as possible and use the

proper child restraint Ú page 298.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

WARNING!

Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle

are the restraint systems:

 Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an

air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can

cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or

younger, including a child in a rear-facing child

restraint.

4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind

them or under their arm.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

FEATURES

5. You should read the instructions provided with your

child restraint to make sure that you are using it

properly.

 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front

seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have

a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child

restraint in that vehicle.

 Seat Belt Systems

 Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags

 Child Restraints

6. All occupants should always wear their lap and

shoulder belts properly.

Some of the safety features described in this section may

be standard equipment on some models, or may be

optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask an

authorized dealer.

7. The driver and front passenger seats should be

moved back as far as practical to allow the front air

bags room to inflate.

SEAT BELT SYSTEMS

8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle

has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air

bags will inflate forcefully into the space between

occupants and the door and occupants could be

injured.

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even

on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver

and could cause a collision that includes you. This can

happen far away from home or on your own street.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please pay close attention to the information in this

section. It tells you how to use your restraint system

properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as

possible.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they

can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some

of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from

the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection

and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the

vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all

times.

9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be

modified to accommodate a disabled person, see

Ú page 398 for customer service contact

information.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the

risk of harm from a deploying air bag:

1. Children 12 years old and under should always

ride buckled up in the rear seat of a vehicle with

a rear seat.

2. A child who is not big enough to wear the vehicle seat

belt properly mustbe secured in the appropriate child

restraint or belt-positioning booster seat in a rear

seating position Ú page 298.

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The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based on

vehicle speed until the driver and occupied outboard front

seat passenger seat belts are buckled. The driver should

instruct all occupants to buckle their seat belts.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert)

Lap/Shoulder Belts

All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/

shoulder belts.

Driver And Passenger BeltAlert — If Equipped

The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very

sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the

shoulder part of the seat belt to move freely with you

under normal conditions. However, in a collision the seat

belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of

the vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle.

BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the

driver and outboard front seat passenger (if

equipped with outboard front passenger seat

BeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The

Change Of Status

If the driver or outboard front seat passenger

(if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert)

unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the

BeltAlert warning sequence will begin until the seat belts

are buckled again.

BeltAlert feature is active whenever the ignition switch is

in the START or ON/RUN position.

Initial Indication

WARNING!

The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active

when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.

BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items

are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when

the seat is folded flat(if equipped). It is recommended that

pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet

harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts,

and cargo is properly stowed.

If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in

the START or ON/RUN position, a chime will signal for a

few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger

(if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert)

is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the START

or ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn

on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are

buckled. The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is

not active when an outboard front passenger seat is

unoccupied.

 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 colli-

sions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear

your seat belt even though you have air bags.

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 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.

BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by an authorized

dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivating

BeltAlert.

BeltAlert Warning Sequence

NOTE:

The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the

vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range

and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is

unbuckled (if equipped with outboard front passenger

seat BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat

BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger

seat is unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence

starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and

sounding an intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert

warning sequence has completed, the Seat Belt Reminder

Light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled.

If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or

outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard

front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt

Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver

and outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled.

 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 likely to be seriously injured

or killed.

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WARNING!

 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle

that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

 A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury

in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at the

strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your

abdomen. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt

as low as possible and keep it snug.

 A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous.

Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the

vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck

injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause

internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder

bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that

your strongest bones will take the force in a collision.

 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and

using a seat belt properly. Occupants, including the

driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or

not an air bag is also provided at their seating posi-

tion to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in

the event of a crash.

 A twisted seat belt may not protect you properly. In a

collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the seat

belt is flat against your body, without twists. If you

can’t straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it to

an authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed.

 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.

 Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your

injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer

internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the

seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat

belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.

 A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will

not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride

too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju-

ries. Always buckle your seat belt into the buckle

nearest you.

 A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision

and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat

belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or

loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced imme-

diately. Do not disassemble or modify the seat belt

system. If your vehicle is involved in a collision, or if

you have questions regarding seat belt or retractor

conditions, take your vehicle to an authorized FCA

dealer or authorized FCA Certified Collision Care

Program facility for inspection.

 Two people should never be belted into a single seat

belt. People belted together can crash into one

another in a collision, hurting one another badly.

Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more

than one person, no matter what their size.

 A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you prop-

erly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far

forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear

your seat belt snugly.

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SAFETY 285

5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and

chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and

adjust the seat.

comfortable and not resting on your neck. The

retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front

seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for

vehicles equipped with a rear seat). Grab the latch

plate and pull out the seat belt. Slide the latch plate

up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat

belt to go around your lap.

6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the

buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its

stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate

down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract

fully.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/

shoulder belt.

Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle

4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low

across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove

slack in the lap belt portion, pull up 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 seat belt

reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a

collision.

1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the

anchor point.

2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the

latch plate, grab and twist the seat belt webbing

180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately

above the latch plate.

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3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing.

The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of

the latch plate.

Pulling Out The Latch Plate

4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the

folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.

3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the

latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

Positioning The Lap Belt

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NOTE:

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

Seat Belt Extender

The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped

with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder

belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position

without pushing or squeezing the release button. To verify

the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on

the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.

In the driver and outboard front passenger seats, the top

of the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward

to position the seat belt away from your neck. Push or

squeeze the anchorage button to release the anchorage,

and move it up or down to the position that serves you

best.

If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when

the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper

shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest

position, an authorized dealer can provide you with a Seat

Belt Extender. The Seat Belt Extender should be used only

if the existing seat belt is not long enough. When the Seat

Belt Extender is not required for a different occupant, it

must be removed.

WARNING!

 Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your

injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer

internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the

seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat

belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.

WARNING!

 ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically

required in order to properly fit the original seat belt

system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when

worn, the distance between the front edge of the

Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occu-

pant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.

 Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and

chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort-

able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will

withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.

 Using a Seat Belt Extender when not needed can

increase the risk of serious injury or death in a

collision. Only use the Seat Belt Extender when the

lap belt is not long enough and only use in the

recommended seating positions. Remove and store

the Seat Belt Extender when not needed.

 Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the

effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.

Adjustable Anchorage

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer

the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, and if you

are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt

anchorage in a higher position. After you release the

anchorage button, try to move it up or down to make sure

that it is locked in position.

 Always make all seat belt height adjustments when

the vehicle is stationary.

SAFETY 287

Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

Seat Belt Pretensioner

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors

(ALR)

The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are

equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

(ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system

Ú page 306. The figure below illustrates the locking

feature for each seating position.

The front outboard seat belt system is equipped with

pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack

from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices

may improve the performance of the seat beltby removing

slack from the seat belt early in a collision. Pretensioners

work for all size occupants, including those in child

restraints.

NOTE:

These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt

placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be

worn snugly and positioned properly.

The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Restraint

Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the pretensioners are

single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed

air bag must be replaced immediately.

Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

Seat belts must be worn by all occupants including

pregnant women: the risk of injury in the event of an

accident is reduced for the mother and the unborn child if

they are wearing a seat belt.

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Energy Management Feature

The front outboard seat belt system is equipped with an

Energy Management feature that may help further reduce

the risk of injury in the event of a collision. The seat belt

system has a retractor assembly that is designed to

release webbing in a controlled manner.

Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and

across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder

belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place

the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.

Automatic Locking Retractor — (ALR) Locations (All Models)

If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR

and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt

webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the

occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR. If the

ALR is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat

belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in

this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of

webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the

occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the

buckle until you hear a "click"

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In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is

How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode

The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a

collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring

associated with the electrical Air Bag System

Components. Your vehicle may be equipped with the

following Air Bag System Components:

automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still retract to

remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Use the Automatic

Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a

seating position that has a seat belt with this feature.

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly

restrained in the rear seat of a vehicle with a rear seat.

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it

to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking

Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency)

locking mode.

WARNING!

Air Bag System Components

 The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the

switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

feature or any other seat belt function is not working

properly when checked according to the procedures

in the Service Manual.

 Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

WARNING!

 Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an

air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can

cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or

younger, including a child in a rear-facing child

restraint.

 Air Bag Warning Light

 Steering Wheel and Column

 Instrument Panel

 Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could

increase the risk of injury in collisions.

 Knee Impact Bolsters

 Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags

 Seat Belt Buckle Switch

 Supplemental Side Air Bags

 Front and Side Impact Sensors

 Seat Belt Pretensioners

 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front

seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have

a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child

restraint in that vehicle.

 Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain

occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children

who are using booster seats. Thelocked mode is only

used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child

restraints that have a harness for restraining the

child.

How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode

 Seat Track Position Sensors

 Occupant Classification System

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

(SRS)

Some of the safety features described in this section may

be standard equipment on some models, or may be

optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask an

authorized dealer.

2. Grab the shoulder portion and pull downward until

the entire seat belt is extracted.

Air Bag Warning Light

The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

monitors the readiness of the electronic parts

of the air bag system whenever the ignition

switch is in the START or ON/RUN position.

If the ignition switch is in the OFF position or in the ACC

position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will

not inflate.

3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts,

you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat

belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode.

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The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may

deploy the air bag system even if the battery loses power

or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.

NOTE:

Front Air Bags

If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related

gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller

(ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags

may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an

authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.

This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for

both the driver and front passenger. The front air bags are

a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver

front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering

wheel. The passenger front air bag is mounted in the

instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The

words “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” are embossed on the air

bag covers.

The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the

instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds

for a self-check when the ignition switch is first in the

ON/RUN position. After theself-check, the Air Bag Warning

Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any

part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light,

either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will

sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial

startup.

WARNING!

Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument

panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system to

protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on

as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on,

stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as

you drive, have an authorized dealer service the air bag

system immediately.

The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the

instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is

detected that could affect the air bag system. The

diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction.

While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance

free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized

dealer service the air bag system immediately.

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Redundant Air Bag Warning Light

If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is

detected, which could affect the Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS), the Redundant Air Bag

 The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the

four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first in

the ON/RUN position.

Warning Light will illuminate on the instrument

Front Air Bag/Knee Bolster Locations

panel. The Redundant Air Bag Warning Light will stay on

until the fault is cleared. In addition, a single chime will

sound to alert you that the Redundant Air Bag Warning

Light has come on and a fault has been detected. If the

Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently

or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer

service the vehicle immediately Ú page 107.

 The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to

eight-second interval.

1 — Driver And Passenger Front Air Bags

2 — Driver And Passenger Knee Impact Bolsters

 The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or

remains on while driving.

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This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front

passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether

the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat

belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the

Advanced Front Air Bags.

Front Air Bag Operation

Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional

WARNING!

 Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument

panel during 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.

protection by supplementing the seat belts. Front air bags

are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side,

or rollover collisions. The front air bags will not deploy in all

frontal collisions, including some that may produce

substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole

collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.

This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front

passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the

inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon

seat position.

 Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an

air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can

cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or

younger, including a child in a rear-facing child

restraint.

On the other hand, depending on the type and location of

impact, front air bags may deploy in crashes with little

vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial

deceleration.

This vehicle is equipped with a right front passenger

Occupant Classification System (“OCS”) that is designed

to provide Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag output

appropriate to the occupant’s seated weight input, as

determined by the OCS.

Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration

over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are

not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should

have deployed.

 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front

seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have

a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child

restraint in that vehicle.

WARNING!

 No objects should be placed over or near the air bag

on the instrument panel or steering wheel because

any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in

a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to

inflate.

Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all

collisions, and also are needed to help keep you in

position, away from an inflating air bag.

Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag

Features

The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver

and front passenger air bags. This system provides output

appropriate to the severity and type of collision as

determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),

which may receive information from the front impact

sensors (if equipped) or other system components.

When the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) detects a

collision requiring the front air bags, it signals the inflator

units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to

inflate the front air bags.

 Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers

or attempt to open them manually. You may damage

the air bags and you could be injured because the air

bags may no longer be functional. The protective

covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open

only when the air bags are inflating.

The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper

passenger side of the instrument panel separate and fold

out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The

front air bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink

your eyes. The front air bags then quickly deflate while

helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.

The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an

impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy

output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy

output is used for more severe collisions.

 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 colli-

sions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your

seat belts even though you have air bags.

SAFETY 291

Occupant Classification Module (OCM) And Sensor

The OCS will NOT prevent deployment of the Passenger

Advanced Front Air Bag. The OCS may reduce the inflation

rate of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag if the OCS

estimates that:

Occupant Classification System (OCS) —

Front Passenger Seat

The Occupant Classification System (OCS) is part of a

Federally regulated safety system for this vehicle. It is

designed to provide Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag

output appropriate to the occupant’s seated weight, as

determined by the OCS.

The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is located

underneath the front passenger seat. The Sensor is

located beneath the passenger seat cushion foam.

Any weight on the seat will be sensed by the Sensor.

The OCM uses input from the Sensor to determine the

front passenger’s most probable classification. The OCM

communicates this information to the ORC. The ORC may

reduce the inflation rate of the Passenger Advanced Front

Air Bag deployment based on occupant classification. In

order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is important

for the front passenger to be seated properly and properly

wearing the seat belt.

 The front passenger seat is unoccupied or has very

light objects on it; or

 The front passenger seat is occupied by a small

passenger, including a child; or

The Occupant Classification System (OCS) consists of the

following:

 The front passenger seat is occupied by a rear-facing

child restraint; or

 Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

 The front passenger is not properly seated or his or her

weight is taken off of the seat for a period of time.

 Occupant Classification Module (OCM) and Sensor

located in the front passenger seat

 Air Bag Warning Light

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Front Passenger Seat Occupant Status

Rear-facing child restraint

Front Passenger Air Bag Output

Reduced-power deployment

Child, including a child in a forward-facing child restraint or booster seat*

Reduced-power deployment OR full-power deployment

Properly seated adult

Unoccupied seat

Full-power deployment OR reduced-power deployment

Reduced-power deployment

* It is possible for a child to be classified as an adult, allowing a full-power Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag deployment. Never allow children to ride in the front passenger seat and

never install a child restraint system, including a rear-facing child restraint, in the front passenger seat.

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 Sitting in the center of the seat with their feet comfort-

ably on or near the floor

This does not mean that the OCS is working improperly.

Decreasing the front passenger’s seated weight on the

front passenger seat may result in a reduced-power

deployment of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag.

Increasing the front passenger’s seated weight on the

front passenger seat may result in a full-power

WARNING!

 Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an

air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can

cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years

or younger, including a child in a rear-facing

child restraint.

 Sitting with their back against the seatback and the

seatback in an upright position

deployment of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag.

Examples of improper front passenger seating include:

 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front

seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have

a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child

restraint in that vehicle.

 The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another

part of thevehicle (likethe door, arm rest or instrument

panel).

 The front passenger leans forward, sideways, or turns

to face the rear of the vehicle.

 Children 12 years or younger should always ride

buckled up in the rear seat of a vehicle with a

rear seat.

 The front passenger’s seatback is not in the full upright

position.

Seated Properly

 The front passenger carries or holds an object while

seated (e.g., backpack, box, etc.).

The OCS determines the front passenger’s most probable

classification.TheOCS estimates the seated weight on the

front passenger seat and where that weightis located. The

OCS communicates the classification status to the ORC.

The ORC uses the classification to determine whether the

Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag inflation rate should be

adjusted.

Lighter Weight Passengers (Including Small Adults)

 Objects are lodged under the front passenger seat.

When a lighter weight passenger, including a small adult,

occupies the front passenger seat, the OCS may reduce

the inflation rate of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag.

This does not mean that the OCS is working improperly.

 Objects are lodged between the front passenger seat

and center console.

 Accessories that may change the seated weight on the

front passenger seat are attached to the front

passenger seat.

Do not decrease OR increasethefrontpassenger’s seated

weight on the front passenger seat

In order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is important

for the front passenger to be seated properly and properly

wearing the seat belt. Properly seated passengers are:

 Anything that may decrease or increase the front

passenger’s seated weight.

The front passenger’s seated weight must be properly

positioned on the front passenger seat. Failure to do so

may result in serious injury or death. The OCS determines

the most probable classification of the occupant that it

detects. The OCS will detect the front passenger’s

decreased or increased seated weight, which may result in

an adjusted inflation rate of the Passenger Advanced

Front Air Bag in a collision.

 Sitting upright

 Facing forward

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The OCS determines the front passenger’s most probable

classification. If an occupant in the front passenger seat is

seated improperly, the occupant may provide an output

signal to the OCS that is different from the occupant’s

properly seated weight input, for example:

WARNING!

 If a child restraint system, child, small teenager or

adult in the front passenger seat is seated improp-

erly, the occupant may provide an output signal to

the OCS that is differentfrom the occupant’s properly

seated weight input. This may result in serious injury

or death in a collision.

 Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the

seatback in an upright position, your back against

the seatback, sitting upright, facing forward, in the

center of the seat, with your feet comfortably on or

near the floor.

Not Seated Properly

 Do not carry or hold any objects (e.g., backpacks,

boxes, etc.) while seated in the front passenger seat.

Holding an object may provide an output signal tothe

OCS that is different than the occupant’s properly

seated weight input, which may result in serious

injury or death in a collision.

Not Seated Properly

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 Placing an object on the floor under the front

passenger seat may prevent the OCS from working

properly, which may result in serious injury or death

in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor

under the front passenger seat.

Not Seated Properly

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 Do not replace the seat cover or cushion with an after-

market seat cover or cushion.

Knee Impact Bolsters

The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the

driver and front passenger, and position the front

occupants for improved interaction with the front air bags.

The Air Bag Warning Light

in the instrument panel will

turn on whenever the OCS is unable to classify the front

passenger seat status. A malfunction in the OCS may

affect the operation of the air bag system.

 Do not add a secondary seat cover or mat.

 At no time should any Supplemental Restraint System

(SRS) component or SRS related component or

fastener be modified or replaced with any part except

those which are approved by FCA US LLC.

If the Air Bag Warning Light

does not come on, or stays

WARNING!

on after you start the vehicle, or it comes on as you drive,

take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for service

immediately.

 Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact

bolsters in any way.

WARNING!

The passenger seat assembly contains critical OCS

components that may affect the Passenger Advanced

Front Air Bag inflation. In order for the OCS to properly

classify the seated weight of a front seat passenger, the

OCS components must function as designed. Do not make

any modifications to the front passenger seat

components, assembly, or to the seat cover. If the seat,

trim cover, or cushion needs service for any reason, take

the vehicle to an authorized dealer. Only FCA US LLC

approved seat accessories may be used.

 Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact

bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band

radios, etc.

 Unapproved modifications or service procedures to

the passenger seat assembly, its related compo-

nents, seat cover or cushion may inadvertently

change the air bag deployment in case of a frontal

collision. This could result in death or serious injury

to the front passenger if the vehicle is involved in a

collision. A modified vehicle may not comply with

required Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

(FMVSS) and/or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

Standards (CMVSS).

Supplemental Side Air Bags

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs)

This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted

Side Air Bags (SABs).

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) are

located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs

are marked with “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” on a label or

on the seat trim on the outboard side of the seats.

The following requirements must be strictly followed:

 If it is necessary to modify the air bag system

for persons with disabilities, contact an authorized

dealer.

 Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or

components in any way.

 Do not use prior or future model year seat covers or

cushions not designated by FCA US LLC for the specific

model being repaired. Always use the correct seat

cover and cushion specified for the vehicle.

The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury

during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury

reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body

structure.

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Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs)

are located above the side windows. The trim covering the

SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG.”

WARNING!

 Do not mount equipment, or stack luggage or other

cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the

SABICs. The trim covering above the side windows

where the SABIC and its deployment path are located

should remain free from any obstructions.

 In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not

install any accessory items in your vehicle which

could alter the roof. Do not add an aftermarket

sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that

require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for

installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the

roof of the vehicle for any reason.

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Label

When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard

side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB

deploys through theseat seam into the space between the

occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high

speed and with such a high force that it could injure

occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are

positioned in the area where the SAB inflates. Children are

at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Label

Location

Side Impacts

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The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side

impacts. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

determines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags

in a particular impact event is appropriate, based on the

severity and type of collision. The side impact sensors aid

the ORC in determining the appropriate response to

impact events. The system is calibrated to deploy the Side

Air Bags on the impact side of the vehicle during impacts

that require Side Air Bag occupant protection. In side

impacts, the Side Air Bags deploy independently; a left

side impact deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a

right-side impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only.

Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether

or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.

SABICs mayhelp reducetherisk of head and other injuries

to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side

impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential

provided by the seat belts and body structure.

WARNING!

The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows.

An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the

headliner out of the way and covers the window. The

SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if

they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are

positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children

are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air

bag.

Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects

between you and the Side Air Bags; the performance

could be adversely affected and/or objects could be

pushed into you, causing serious injury.

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs)

This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag

Inflatable Curtains (SABICs).

The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete

ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in

certain side impact events.

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The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions,

including some collisions at certain angles, or some side

collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger

compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled

or offset frontal collisions where the front air bags deploy.

In the event the vehicle experiences a rollover or near

rollover event, and deployment is appropriate, the rollover

sensing system will deploy the side air bags and seat belt

pretensioners on both sides of the vehicle.

WARNING!

 Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean

against the door or window. Sit upright in the center

of the seat.

The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete

ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in

certain rollover or side impact events.

Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint

system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to

blink your eyes.

 Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deploy-

ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.

Air Bag System Components

NOTE:

The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the

internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated

with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below:

 Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to more

severe injuries in a collision. The Side Air Bags work

with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some

collisions, Side Air Bags won’t deploy at all. Always

wear your seat belt even though you have Side

Air Bags.

WARNING!

 Occupants, including children, who are up against or

very close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured or

killed. Occupants, including children, should never

lean on or sleep against the door, side windows, or

area where the side air bags inflate, even if they are

in an infant or child restraint.

 Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

 Air Bag Warning Light

NOTE:

 Steering Wheel and Column

 Instrument Panel

Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but

they will open during air bag deployment.

 Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate)

are necessary for your protection in all collisions.

They also help keep you in position, away from an

inflating Side Air Bag. To get the best protection from

the Side Air Bags, occupants must wear their seat

belts properly and sit upright with their backs against

the seats. Children must be properly restrained in a

child restraint or booster seat that is appropriate for

the size of the child.

Rollover Events

 Knee Impact Bolsters

Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners are designed to

activate in certain rollover events. The Occupant Restraint

Controller (ORC) determines whether deployment in a

particular rollover event is appropriate, based on the

severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage by itself is

not a good indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags and

seat belt pretensioners should have deployed.

 Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags

 Seat Belt Buckle Switch

 Supplemental Side Air Bags

 Front and Side Impact Sensors

 Seat Belt Pretensioners

 Seat Track Position Sensors

 Occupant Classification System

The Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners will not

deploy in all rollover events. The rollover sensing system

determines if a rollover event may be in progress and

whether deployment is appropriate.

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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.

 Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as

the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the inter-

vention of the Enhanced Accident Response System

If A Deployment Occurs

The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately

after deployment.

 Unlock the power door locks

NOTE:

WARNING!

Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any of these

other functions in response to the Enhanced Accident

Response System:

Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions.

This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag

system.

Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot

protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat

belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor

assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer

immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint

Controller System serviced as well.

 Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC Blower

Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door

If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any

or all of the following may occur:

 Cut off battery power to the:

 Engine

 The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions

and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags

deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction

ropeburns or thoseyou mightget sliding along a carpet

or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact

with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally

heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed signifi-

cantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering,

see your doctor immediately.

 Electric Motor (if equipped)

 Electric power steering

 Brake booster

NOTE:

 Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim,

but they will open during air bag deployment.

 After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an

authorized dealer immediately.

 Electric park brake

 Automatic transmission gear selector

 Horn

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Enhanced Accident Response System

 As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like

particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the

process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air

bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the

skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irrita-

tion, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat

irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,

see your doctor. If these particles settle on your

clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc-

tions for cleaning.

In the event of an impact, if the communication network

remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending

on the nature of the event, the Occupant Restraint

Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the

Enhanced Accident Response System perform the

following functions:

 Front wiper

 Headlight washer pump (if equipped)

NOTE:

After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the

STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key from the

ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. Carefully

check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment

and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel

tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.

If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle elec-

trical devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident, reset the

system by following the procedure described below. If you

have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.

 Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)

 Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if equipped)

 Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power

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These data can help provide a better understanding of the

circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Enhanced Accident Response System

Reset Procedure

WARNING!

 Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag

system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may

not function properly if modifications are made. Take

your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag

system service. If your seat, including your trim cover

and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way

(including removal or loosening/tightening of seat

attachment bolts), take the vehicle to an authorized

dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accesso-

ries may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air

bag system for persons with disabilities, contact an

authorized dealer.

NOTE:

In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System

functions after an event, the ignition switch must be

changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF.

Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine

compartment and on the ground near the engine

compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system

and starting the engine. After an accident, if the vehicle

will not start after performing the reset procedure, the

vehicle must be towed to an authorized dealer to be

inspected and to have the Enhanced Accident Response

System reset.

EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial

crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR

under normal driving conditions and no personal data

(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded.

However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could

combine the EDR data with the type of personally identi-

fying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is

required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed.

In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties,

such as law enforcement, that have the special

equipment, can read the information if they have access

to the vehicle or the EDR.

Maintaining Your Air Bag System

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

WARNING!

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder

(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain

crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag

deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist

in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The

EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle

dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time,

typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is

designed to record such data as:

CHILD RESTRAINTS

 Modifications to any part of the air bag system could

cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured

if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do

not modify the components or wiring, including

adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering

wheel hub trim cover or the upper passenger side of

the instrument panel. Do not modify the front fascia/

bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket

side steps or running boards.

Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all

times, including babies and children. Every state in the

United States, and every Canadian province, requires that

small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the

law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

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.

 How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

 It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag

system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on

your vehicle that it has an air bag system.

 Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts

were buckled/fastened;

 How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the acceler-

ator and/or brake pedal; and,

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 How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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There are different sizes and types of restraints for

children from newborn size to the child almost large

enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child

seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct

seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the

instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’s

Manual and on all the labels attached to the child

restraint.

Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has

a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety

Standards. You should also make sure that you can install

it in the vehicle where you will use it.

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a

projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold

even an infant on your lap could become so great that

you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you

are. The child and others could be badly injured or

killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a

proper restraint for the child’s size.

NOTE:

 For additional information, refer to http://

www.nhtsa.gov/parents-and-caregivers or call:

1–888–327–4236

 Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s

website for additional information: https://

www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/road/

child-car-seat-safety.html

Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles

Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age

Recommended Type Of Child Restraint

Children who are two years old or younger and who have

not reached the height or weight limits of their child

restraint

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Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint,

facing rearward in a rear seat of the vehicle

Infants and Toddlers

Small Children

Children who are at least two years old or who have

outgrown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing

child restraint

Forward-Facing Child Restraint with a five-point Harness,

facing forward in a rear seat of the vehicle

Children who have outgrown their forward-facing child

restraint, but are too small to properly fit the vehicle’s

seat belt

Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt,

seated in a rear seat of the vehicle

Larger Children

Children 12 years old or younger, who have outgrown the

height or weight limit of their booster seat

Children Too Large for Child Restraints

Vehicle Seat Belt, seated in a rear seat of the vehicle

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convertible child seat. Children should remain in a

forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as

possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the

child seat.

Infant And Child Restraints

WARNING!

Safety experts recommend thatchildren ride rear-facing in

the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach

either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child

restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used

rear-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats.

Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support

leg in this vehicle. The floor of this vehicle is not

designed to manage the crash forces of this type of car

seat. In a crash, the support leg may not function as it

was designed by the car seat manufacturer, and your

child may be more severely injured as a result.

All children whose weight or height is above the

forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a

belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts

fit properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the

vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the

seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat.

The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in the

vehicle by the seat belt.

The infant carrier is only used rear-facing in the vehicle. It

is recommended for children from birth until they reach

the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. Convertible

child seats can be used either rear-facing or

forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often

have a higher weight limit in the rear-facing direction than

infant carriers do, so they can be used rear-facing by

children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still

less than at least two years old. Children should remain

rear-facing until they reach the highest weight or height

allowed by their convertible child seat.

WARNING!

 Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant

or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision.

The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the

child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly

when installing an infant or child restraint.

WARNING!

 After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do

not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward

because it can loosen the child restraint attach-

ments. Remove the child restraint before adjusting

the vehicle seat position. When the vehicle seat has

been adjusted, reinstall the child restraint.

 Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an

air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can

cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or

younger, including a child in a rear-facing child

restraint.

 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front

seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have

a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child

restraint in that vehicle.

 When your child restraintis not in use, secureit in the

vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchorages, or

remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in

the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it could

strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious

personal injury.

Older Children And Child Restraints

Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their

rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward-facing

in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible

child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for

children who are over two years old or who have outgrown

the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing

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3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder

between the neck and arm?

Children Too Large For Booster Seats

WARNING!

Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt

comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over

the front of the seat when their back is against the

seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this

simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the

vehicle’s seat belt alone:

Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an

arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt

will not protect a child properly, which may result in

serious injury or death. A child must always wear both

the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt correctly.

4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching

the child’s thighs and not the stomach?

5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the

child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the

child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit

periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.

A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of

position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck,

move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or use a

booster seat to position the seat belt on the child correctly.

1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of

the vehicle seat?

2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front

of the vehicle seat while the child is still sitting all the

way back?

Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints

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Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below

Combined Weight of the

Restraint Type

LATCH – Lower Anchors

LATCH – Lower Anchors +

Top Tether Anchor

Seat Belt + Top Tether

Anchor

Child + Child Restraint

Seat Belt Only

Only

Rear-Facing Child Restraint

Up to 65 lb (29.5 kg)

X

More than 65 lb (29.5 kg)

Forward-Facing Child

Restraint

Up to 65 lb (29.5 kg)

X

Forward-Facing Child

Restraint

More than 65 lb (29.5 kg)

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Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren

(LATCH) Restraint System

LATCH Positions For Installing Child

Restraints In This Vehicle

Crew Cab Full Bench, Quad Cab Full Bench And Quad Cab

60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions

LATCH Label

Top Tether Anchorage Symbol

Your vehicle is equipped with thechild restraint anchorage

system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and

Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle

anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.

There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the

seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top

tether anchorage located behind the seating position.

These anchorages are used to install LATCH-equipped

child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some

seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no

lower anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt

must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the

child restraint. Please see the following table for more

information.

Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions

Lower Anchorage Symbol

(2 Anchorages Per Seating Position)

Top Tether Anchorage Symbol

Lower Anchorage Symbol

(2 Anchorages Per Seating Position)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH

Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined

What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child

restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system to attach

the child restraint?

weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lb

(29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of

the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than

65 lb (29.5 kg).

65 lb (29.5 kg)

Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH

anchorage system to attach a rear-facing or forward-facing

child restraint.

Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used

together to attach a rear-facing or forward-facing child

restraint?

No

Booster seats may be attached to the LATCH anchorages if

allowed by the booster seat manufacturer. See your

booster seat owner’s manual for more information.

Can a child seat be installed in the center position using

the inner LATCH lower anchorages from the outboard

seating positions?

Quad Cab or Crew with Full bench rear seat: Use the seat

belt and tether anchor to install a child seat in the center

seating position.

No

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Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child

restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated

LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child

seat in the center position next to a child seat using the

LATCH anchorages in an outboard position.

Can two child restraints be attached using a common

lower LATCH anchorage?

The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger

seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows

contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for

more information.

Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the

front passenger seat?

Yes

No

Can the rear head restraints be removed?

Head restraints may not be removed.

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LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped

with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will

have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage

and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.

Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing child

restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The

tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top

tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is

attached to the anchorage.

Locating The LATCH Anchorages

Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages

The lower anchorages are round bars that are

found at the rear of the seat cushion where it

meets the seatback, below the anchorage

There are tether strap anchorages located

behind each of the rear seats.

symbols on 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.

Center Seat LATCH

All Quad Cabs Or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No

Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available

WARNING!

 Do not install a child restraint in the center position

using the LATCH system. This position is not

approved for installing child seats using the LATCH

attachments. You must use the seat belt and tether

anchor to install a child seat in the center seating

position.

Outboard Tether Anchorage

Rear Outboard Seats Driver Side (Example Shown)

 Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more

than one child restraint Ú page 305.

Center Tether Anchorage Over Head Rest

SAFETY 305

Crew Cab Split Bench Rear Seat: Center LATCH

Anchorages Available

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.

How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR

(ALR) Seat Belt:

When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child

restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used

by other occupants or being used to secure child

restraints. An unused belt could injure a child if they play

with it and accidentally lock the seat belt retractor. Before

installing a child restraint using the LATCH system, buckle

the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of the

child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the

child restraint installation, instead of buckling it behind

the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child

restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock the seat

belt. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts

are not toys and that they should not play with them.

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.

2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages

for that seating position. If the second row seat can

be reclined, you may recline the seat and/or raise the

head restraint (if adjustable) to get a better fit. If the

rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the

vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most

position to make room for the child seat. You may

also move the front seat forward to allow more room

for the child seat.

WARNING!

Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more

than one child restraint Ú page 305.

3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child

restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected

seating position.

Always follow the directions of the child restraint

manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all

child restraint systems will be installed as described here.

WARNING!

4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to

the top tether anchorage. See Ú page 308 for

directions to attach a tether anchor.

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To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child

Restraint

 Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH

anchorages can lead to failure of the restraint. The

child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child

restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when

installing an infant or child restraint.

5. 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.

If the selected seating position has a Switchable

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat

belt, following the instructions below. See Ú page 306 to

check what type of seat belt each seating position has.

 Child restraintanchorages are designed to withstand

only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted child

restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be

used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching

other items or equipment to the vehicle.

6. 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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The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are

equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

(ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat

belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not

necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be

“switched” intoa locked mode by pulling all of the webbing

out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract

back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make a

clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the

retractor.

Installing Child Restraints Using The

Vehicle Seat Belt

Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in

vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/

shoulder belt.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing

Child Restraints In This Vehicle

WARNING!

 Improper installation or failure to properly secure a

child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint.

The child could be badly injured or killed.

See the “Automatic Locking Mode” description

Ú page 287 for additional information on ALR.

 Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions

exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

Please see the table below and the following sections for

more information.

Automatic Locking Retractor — (ALR) Locations (All Models)

ALR — Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

Top Tether Anchorage Symbol

SAFETY 307

Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts

Weight limit of the Child Restraint

What is the weight limit (child’s weight +

weight of the child restraint) for using the

Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a

forward-facing child restraint?

Always use the tether anchor when using

the seat belt to install a forward-facing

child restraint, up to the recommended

weight limit of the child restraint.

Contact between the front passenger seat

and the child restraint is allowed, if the

child restraint manufacturer also allows

contact.

Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the

back of the front passenger seat?

Yes

Can the rear head restraints be removed?

No

Head restraints may not be removed.

Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten

the seat belt against the belt path of the

child restraint?

Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating

position with an ALR retractor.

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3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a

“click.”

Installing A Child Restraint With A

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

(ALR):

Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in

vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/

shoulder belt.

Installing Child Restraints Using The Top

Tether Anchorage

4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight

against the child seat.

WARNING!

5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part

of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt

webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing

to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing

retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This means

the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.

Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to

any location in front of the car seat, including the seat

frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether

strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage

that is approved for that seating position, located

behind the top of the vehicle seat. For the location of

approved tether anchorages in your vehicle, see

Ú page 302.

WARNING!

 Improper installation or failure to properly secure a

child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint.

The child could be badly injured or killed.

6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is

locked, you should not be able to pull out any

webbing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.

 Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions

exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the

lap portion around the child restraint while you push

the child restraint rearward and downward into the

vehicle seat.

1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating

position. If the second row seat can be reclined, you

may recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint

(if adjustable) to get a better fit. If the rear seat can

be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you

may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make

room for the child seat. You may also move the front

seat forward to allow more room for the child seat.

8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the

seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect

the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the

tether strap Ú page 308.

WARNING!

9. 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.

Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air

bag. A deploying Passenger Front Air Bag can cause

death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger,

including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.

2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the

retractor to pass it through the belt path of the

child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in

the belt path.

Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the

belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.

SAFETY 309

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.

NOTE:

If there are child seats in both of the outboard (left and

right) seating positions, 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.

Right Or Left Outboard Seats:

Center Seat:

1. Reach between the rear seat and rear glass to

access the tether strap loop.

1. 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,

through the space between the head restraint and

the seat back, through the tether strap loop behind

the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind the

center seat.

Tether Strap Through Outboard 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.

3. Pass the tether strap hook through the space

between the head restraint and the seat back behind

the child seat, through the tether strap loop behind

the seat and over to the center tether strap loop.

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Center Tether Strap Loop Location

2. Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust the

tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back

and headrest, through the tether strap loop behind

the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind

either the right or left outboard seat.

Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap Loop And

Attached To Center Tether Strap Loop

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3. Pass the tether strap hook over the headrest behind

the child seat, through the tether strap loop behind

the seat and over to the right or left outboard tether

strap loop.

Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop And Attached

To Outboard Tether Strap Loop

Outboard And Center Seating Positions Shown

5. Tighten the tether straps according to the child seat

manufacturer’s instructions, tightening the right and

left tether straps before the center tether strap.

Installing Three Child Restraints:

1. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat.

Route the tether straps following the directions for

right and left seating positions, above.

Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop

WARNING!

4. Attach the hook totheoutboard tether strap loop (see

diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the

child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

 An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to

increased head motion and possible injury to the

child. Use only the anchorage position directly

behind the child seat to secure a child restraint

top tether strap.

2. Attach both hooks to the center tether strap loop, but

do not tighten the straps yet.

3. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat. Route

the tether strap following the directions for the center

seating position, above.

 If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,

make sure the tether strap does not slip into the

opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack

in the strap.

4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop.

SAFETY 311

If your vehicle is involved in a collision, or if you have

CONNECTED VEHICLES

SAFETY TIPS

TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS

questions regarding the seat belt or retractor conditions,

take your vehicle to an authorized FCA dealer or

authorized FCA Certified Collision Care Program facility for

inspection.

Privacy of any wireless and wired communications cannot

be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept

information and private communications without your

consent. For further information, refer to “Data Collection

& Privacy” in your Uconnect Radio Instruction Manual or

“Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity”

Ú page 116.

NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA.

Air Bag Warning Light

WARNING!

The Air Bag Warning Light will turn on for four to

eight seconds as a bulb check when the

ignition switch is first placed in the ON/RUN

position. If the light is either not on during

 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi-

cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause

serious injury or death.

WARNING!

starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the

system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as

possible. After the bulb check, this light will illuminate with

a single chime when a fault with the Air Bag System has

been detected. It will stay on until the fault is removed.

If the light comes on intermittently or remains on while

driving, have an authorized dealer service the vehicle

immediately.

 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,

inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people

riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously

injured or killed.

It is not possible to know or to predict all of the possible

outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are breached. It may

be possible that vehicle systems, including safety

related systems, could be impaired or a loss of vehicle

control could occur that may result in an accident

involving serious injury or death.

 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle

that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

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 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and

using a seat belt properly.

See Ú page 282 for further information.

SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

Defroster

Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place

the blower control on high speed. You should be able to

feel the air directed against the windshield. See an

authorized dealer for service if your defroster is

inoperable.

TRANSPORTING PETS

Seat Belts

Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.

An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly

injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a

collision.

Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for

cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be

replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the

system.

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped)

in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by

seat belts.

SAFETY for Your Ram Pickup 1500 Light Truck 2023

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