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• Insects, tree sap and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
• Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPAR
威 Car Wash or equiva-
lent, or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels
completely with clear water.
• If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR
威 Super Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR威
Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains
and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to
scratch the paint.
• Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.
CAUTION!
• Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder which will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
• Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of
paint and decals.
Special Care
• If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
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• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and
open.
• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
• If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar
cause which destroys the paint and protective coating,
have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The
cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of
the owner.
• If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on
scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer
has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR
威 Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a
non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
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CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR
威 Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
• Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
• For tough stains, apply MOPAR威 Total Clean or
equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp
cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to
remove soap residue.
• For grease stains, apply MOPAR威 Multi-Purpose
Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and
remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap
residue.
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR
威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric
upholstery and carpeting.
Use MOPAR
威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl
upholstery.
MOPAR
威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom-
mended for leather upholstery.
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Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MOPAR
威 Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR
威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
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cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may
scratch the elements. When cleaning the rearview mirror,
spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do
not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped
During ownership, the shine and luster of the Spray-On
Bedliner can fade from oxidation, road dirt, heavy-duty
hauling and hard water stains. Weathering and UV
exposure will lead to fading, dulling, and loss of gloss
over time.
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To help maintain the appearance of your Spray-On
Bedliner, the manufacturer recommends you periodically
rinse all loose dirt from your truck bed and clean your
truck at least twice per year using the MOPAR
威
Spray-On Bedliner Conditioner available at your local
authorized dealer.
To Help Maintain The Appearance Of Your Spray-On
Bedliner, Follow The Steps Below:
1. Rinse your truck bed out with water to remove any
loose dirt and debris.
2. Mix a mild soap or detergent with water with a soft
cloth or brush.
3. Rinse bedliner with water.
4. Once dry, apply a small amount of MOPAR
威
Spray-On Bedliner Conditioner to a moist towel or
sponge and wipe over the entire surface of the truck
bedliner.
WARNING!
Do not use silicon-based protection products to clean
your bedliner. Silicon-based products can become
slippery and may result in personal injury.
Spray-On Bedliners are chemically-resistant to many
different types of chemicals (including gasoline, oil,
hydraulic fluids) for short periods of time. If a spill
occurs on your Spray-On Bedliner, rinse the truck out as
soon as possible to avoid permanent damage.
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Repairing The Spray-On Bedliner
While extremely tough, it is possible to damage a
Spray-On Bedliner. One common condition is when
loading a heavy pallet and dragging that pallet across the
floor of the bed. If a nail or sharp point is exposed under
the weight of the pallet a scratch or tear is possible. While
not covered by your new vehicle warranty, a cosmetic fix
to cover the metal exposed by the scratch is required. To
repair a tear or gouge, follow the directions provided in
the MOPAR
威 Quick Repair Kit.
FUSES
Totally Integrated Power Module
The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the
engine compartment near the battery. This center con-
tains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each
fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover,
otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on
the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
J01
40 Amp
Green
Trailer Tow
J02
30 Amp
Pink
Electric Brake
Totally Integrated Power Module
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Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
J03
30 Amp
Pink
Diesel Powertrain
Control Module – If
Equipped
J04
25 Amp
Natural
Driver Door Node
J05
25 Amp
Natural
Passenger Door
Node
J06
40 Amp
Green
Antilock Brakes
Pump/Stability
Control System
J07
30 Amp
Pink
Antilock Brakes
Valve/Stability
Control System
J08
40 Amp
Green
Power Seat
J10
30 Amp
Pink
Sway Bar Module –
If Equipped
Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
J11
30 Amp
Pink
Transfer Case
Module
J12
30 Amp
Pink
Rear Defroster
J13
60 Amp
Yellow
Main Ignition Off
Draw (IOD) Fuse
J14
20 Amp
Blue
Trailer Tow
Lamps/Park Lamps
J15
40 Amp
Green
Front Blower
J17
40 Amp
Green
Starter Motor
Solenoid
J18
20 Amp
Blue
Powertrain Control
Module Transmis-
sion Range
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Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
J19
60 Amp
Yellow
Rad Fan Motor HI/
Rad Fan Motor
Low
J20
30 Amp
Pink
Front Wiper
Ground/Low/High
J21
20 Amp
Blue
Washer Control
J22
25 Amp
Natural
Sunroof Module
M1
15 Amp
Blue
Stop Switch Lamp
M5
25 Amp
Natural
115V AC Inverter
M6
20 Amp
Yellow
Power Outlet
(Instrument Panel
or Front Console)/
Rain Snsr
Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
M7
20 Amp
Yellow
Power Outlet (Rear
Console or Center
Seat)
M8
20 Amp
Yellow
Front Heated Seat
& Steering Wheel
M9
20 Amp
Yellow
Rear Heated Seats
M10
15 Amp
Blue
Hands Free
Module/Vanity
Lamp/Universal
Garage Door
Opener Module
M11
10 Amp
Red
Climate Control
System
M12
30 Amp
Green
Radio/Amplifier
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Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
M13
20 Amp
Yellow
Main #2 Instrument
Cluster/Wireless
Control Module/
ITM/Siren/
Multifunction
Switch (Steering
Column Module)
M14
20 Amp
Yellow
Back Up Camera
(Domestic Only)
M15
20 Amp
Yellow
Power Seat
Module(s)/Audio
Telematics/Daytime
Running Lights
Relay/Instrument
Cluster/Transfer
Case Module
M16
10 Amp
Red
Airbag Module
Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
M18
15 Amp
Blue
Center Stop Lamp
M19
25 Amp
Natural
Automatic Shut-
down 1 and 2
M20
15 Amp
Blue
Instrument Cluster
Interior Lighting
/Sw Steering
Wheel/Sw Bank
M21
20 Amp
Yellow
Automatic
Shutdown 3
M22
10 Amp
Red
Horns (Low/High)
– Right
M23
10 Amp
Red
Horns (Low/High)
– Left
M25
20 Amp
Yellow
Fuel Pump Motor/
Diesel Lift Pump –
If Equipped
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Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
M26
10 Amp
Red
Driver’s Door
Switch
M27
10 Amp
Red
Ignition Switch
M28
15 Amp
Blue
Powertrain Control
Module
M29
10 Amp
Red
Tire Pressure
Monitor
M30
15 Amp
Blue
J1962 Diag
Connector
M31
20 Amp
Yellow
Back-Up Lamps
M32
10 Amp
Red
Airbag Module
M33
10 Amp
Red
Powertrain Control
Module
Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
M34
10 Amp
Red
Park Assist
Module/Climate
Control System
Module/IR Sensor/
Compass Module
M35
15 Amp
Blue
Left Front & Rear
Parklamps
M36
20 Amp
Yellow
Power Outlet (In-
strument Panel or
Center Console)
M37
10 Amp
Red
Antilock Brakes/
Stability Control
System Module/
Stoplamp Switch
M38
25 Amp
Natural
All Door Lock
&Unlock
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CAUTION!
• When installing the totally integrated power mod-
ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to
do so may allow water to get into the totally
integrated power module and possibly result in a
electrical system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
• Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse located in
the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine
compartment. The IOD cavity includes a snap-in re-
tainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected without
removing it from the fuse block.
• As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cables from both batteries.
• Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
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NOTE:
• When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully
seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a
full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the
RUN position. This is a normal condition.
• When the vehicle is shipped from the factory, the IOD
fuse is in the up or extracted position. If the radio,
interior lamps, keyless entry or other features do not
work with the key OFF, check the position of the fuse
(or check to see if the fuse is blown) to ensure that it is
fully seated. When the IOD fuse is extracted, the
instrument cluster in the odometer window will dis-
play
⬙NO FUSE.”
REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS – Interior
Bulb No.
Overhead Console Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TS 212-2
Dome Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7679
NOTE:
For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior
Bulb No.
Dual Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H13
Quad Headlamp – Low Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H11
Quad Headlamp – High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005
Front Turn Signal Lamp (Dual Headlamp) . . . . . 3157K
Front Turn Signal Lamp (Quad Headlamp) . . . 3157NA
Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9145
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . . . . . 921
Rear Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 921
Cab Roof Marker Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194NA
Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157K
Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) . . . . . . . . 194
Backup Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 921
Rear License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Dual Or Quad Headlamp/Front Park And Turn
Signal — If Equipped
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the four plastic push-in fasteners that secure
the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both
fender ledges.
4. Remove the two plastic push-in rivets that secure the
upper radiator seal to the radiator.
5. Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle.
6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment
screws.
7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front
wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the
access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield.
Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained through this
access hole.
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8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house
splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to
disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front
lamp unit housing.
9. Remove the headlamp assembly. Grasp the outboard
edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to disen-
gage the ball stud from the plastic grommet.
10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the
bulb socket.
11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary.
CAUTION!
• Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
• Always use the correct bulb size and type for
replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may
overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb
socket, or the lamp wiring.
NOTE:
There are access covers over both headlamp
bulb access holes in the quad front lamp unit housing (if
equipped). These covers MUST be reinstalled after the
bulb has been replaced.
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Fog Lamps
1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access
the back of the front fog lamp housing.
2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector
from the fog lamp bulb.
3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise
1
⁄
4
turn to unlock the
bulb from the housing.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed
sheetmetal.
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