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Bed Step Components (Standard Tailgate)

Bed Step Extended

NOTE:

Once the spring load is overcome, the bed step will

extend out quickly, so be sure to stand in a position

that will avoid coming into contact with the step as

it extends.
To stow the bed step back under the tailgate, push

the bed step forward with your foot until the bed

step is retracted by the spring load.

Bed Step For Multifunction Tailgate

Bed Step Location

To extend the bed step, place your foot on the top

center of the bed step, and push down while

pulling rearward. A small amount of force will

release the spring load and extend the bed step

out and away from the tailgate.

Bed Step Extended

1 — Bed Step
2 — Foot Tab

WARNING!

Do not attempt to stow the bed step with your

hands. The low clearance space between the

bed step and the rear bumper as the bed step

returns to the stowed position could result in

injury to your hands or fingers.

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NOTE:

Once the spring load is overcome, the bed step will

extend out quickly. Be sure to stand in a position

that will avoid coming into contact with the step as

it extends.
To stow the bed step back under the tailgate, push

the bed step forward with your foot until the bed

step is retracted by the spring load.

PICKUP BOX

The pickup box has many features designed for

utility and convenience.

Pickup Box Features

NOTE:

If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or

Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box, you

must use Mopar® Box Reinforcement Brackets

that are available from an authorized dealer.

You can carry wide building materials (sheets of

plywood, etc.) by building a raised load floor.

Place lumber across the box in the indentations

provided above the wheel housings and in the

bulkhead dividers to form the floor.

WARNING!

Do not attempt to stow the bed step with your

hands. The low clearance space between the

bed step and the rear bumper as the bed step

returns to the stowed position could result in

injury to your hands or fingers.

1 — Upper Load Floor Indents
2 — Bulk Head Dividers
3 — Cleats

WARNING!

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The pickup box is intended for load carrying

purposes only, not for passengers, who should

sit in seats and use seat belts.

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Care should always be exercised when oper

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ating a vehicle with unrestrained cargo.

Vehicle speeds may need to be reduced.

Severe turns or rough roads may cause

shifting or bouncing of the cargo that may

result in vehicle damage. If wide building

materials are to be frequently carried, the

installation of a support is recommended. This

will restrain the cargo and transfer the load to

the pickup box floor.

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There are stampings in the sheet metal on the

inner side bulkheads of the box in front of and

behind both wheel housings. Place wooden boards

across the box from side to side to create separate

load compartments in the pickup box.
There are four tie-down cleats bolted to the lower

sides of the pickup box that can sustain loads up

to 1,000 lb (450 kg) total.

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There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the

bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo.

Adjustable Cleats

Each cleat must be located and tightened down in

one of the detents, along either rail, in order to

keep cargo properly secure.
To move the cleat to any position on the rail, turn

the nut counterclockwise, approximately three

turns. Then pull out on the cleat and slide it to the

detent nearest the desired location. Make sure the

cleat is seated in the detent and tighten the nut.

Adjustable Cleat Assembly

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If you wish to carry more than 600 lb (272 kg)

of material suspended above the wheelhouse,

supports must be installed to transfer the

weight of the load to the pickup box floor or

vehicle damage may result. The use of proper

supports will permit loading up to the rated

payload.

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Unrestrained cargo may be thrown forward in

an accident causing serious or fatal injury.

WARNING!

CAUTION!

The maximum load per cleat should not exceed

250 lb (113 kg), or 500 lb (227 kg) total per rail,

and the angle of the load on each cleat should

not exceed 45 degrees above horizontal, or

damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.

1 — Utility Rail Detent
2 — Cleat Retainer Nut
3 — Utility Rail Cleat

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Cleat Removal (Standard Box Rail)
To remove the cleats from the utility rail, slide the

cleat forward to access the cut out at the end of the

box rail, then remove the cleat.

Slide Cleat Forward To Remove

Cleat Removal (With Tonneau Cover)
To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove

the end cap screw located in the center of the end

cap, using a #T30 Torx head driver. Remove the

end cap and slide the cleat off the end of the rail.

End Cap Screw Location With Tonneau Cover

Cleat Removal (Without Tonneau Cover)
Remove the end cap by pushing upward on the

release button located beneath the end cap while

pulling the cap away from the rail. The cleat can

now be removed by sliding it off the end of the rail.

End Cap Release Button Without Tonneau Cover

Pull End Cap Away From Rail

RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED

The RamBox system is an integrated pickup box

storage and cargo management system consisting

of three features:

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Cargo storage bins

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Cargo divider

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Bed rail tie-down system

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NOTE:

Bed rail tie-down system is also available for

vehicles not equipped with a RamBox.

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Push and release the lock or unlock button on the

key fob to lock and unlock all doors, the tailgate

and the RamBox

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storage bin manually, insert the emergency key

into the keyhole and turn clockwise. Always return

the key to the upright (vertical) position before

removing it from the keyhole.

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Cargo storage bins are located on both sides of the

pickup box. The cargo storage bins provide

watertight, lockable, illuminated storage for up to

150 lb (68 kg) of evenly distributed cargo.

RamBox Cargo Storage Bins

To open a storage bin with the RamBox unlocked,

push and release the button located on the lid. The

RamBox lid will open upward to allow hand access.

Lift the lid to fully open.

NOTE:

RamBox will not open when the button is pushed if

the RamBox is locked.

RamBox Button And Keyhole Lock

CAUTION!

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Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched

before moving or driving vehicle.

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Loads applied to the top of the bin lid should

be minimized to prevent damage to the lid and

latching/hinging mechanisms.

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Damage to the RamBox bin may occur due to

heavy/sharp objects placed in bin that shift

due to vehicle motion. In order to minimize

potential for damage, secure all cargo to

prevent movement and protect inside

surfaces of bin from heavy/sharp objects with

appropriate padding.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow the following items could cause

damage to the vehicle:

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Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is

properly secured.

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Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb

(68 kg) per bin.

1 — Keyhole Lock
2 — Button

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The interior of the RamBox will automatically

illuminate when the lid is opened. The timing can

be adjusted within Uconnect Settings

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Cargo bins feature two removable drain plugs

(to allow water to drain from bins). To remove plug,

pull up on the edge. To install, push plug downward

into drain hole.

RamBox Drain Plug Removal

NOTE:

Provisions are provided in the bins for cargo

dividers. These accessories (in addition to other

RamBox accessories) are available from Mopar®.
If equipped, a 115 Volt (400 Watts maximum)

inverter may be located inside the RamBox of your

vehicle. The inverter can be turned on by the

Instrument Panel Power Inverter switch located to

the left of the steering wheel. The RamBox inverter

can power cellular phones, electronics and

other low power devices requiring power up to

400 Watts. Certain video game consoles exceed

this power limit, as will most power tools.

RamBox Power Inverter

The Instrument Panel Power Inverter switch is only

found on vehicles equipped with a RamBox. The

switch only controls on/off operation of the power

outlet in the RamBox; it does not control on/off

operation of the power outlets located inside the

cabin of the vehicle.

Instrument Panel Power Inverter Switch

CAUTION!

Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time

could cause the vehicle battery to discharge. If

the lid is required to stay open for extended

periods of time, it is recommended that the bin

lights be turned off manually using the on/off

switch.

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Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent

personal injury or damage to your vehicle:

RamBox Emergency Release Lever

As a security measure, an Emergency Release

Lever is built into the storage bin cover latching

mechanism.
In the event of an individual being locked inside

the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be

opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the

glow-in-the-dark lever attached to the storage bin

cover latching mechanism.

Emergency Release Lever

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The bed divider has two functional positions:

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Divider Position

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Storage Position

Divider Position

The divider position is intended for managing your

cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving

around the bed. There are 11 divider slots along

the bed inner panels which allow for various

positions to assist in managing your cargo.
To install the bed divider into a divider position,

perform the following:
1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked

using the vehicle key and rotate the center

handle vertically to release the divider side

gates.

Center Handle And Lock

WARNING!

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Always close the storage bin covers when your

vehicle is unattended.

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Do not allow children to have access to the

storage bins. Once in the storage bin, young

children may not be able to escape. If trapped

in the storage bin, children can die from suffo

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cation or heat stroke.

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In an accident, serious injury could result if the

storage bin covers are not properly latched.

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Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin

covers open.

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Keep the storage bin covers closed and

latched while the vehicle is in motion.

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Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie-down.

1 — Center Handle Lock
2 — Handle
3 — Unlocked Position
4 — Locked Position

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2. With the side gates open, position the divider

so the outboard ends align with the intended

slots in the sides of the bed.

Aligning Gate To Slots

3. Rotate the side gates closed so that the

outboard ends are secured into the intended

slots of the bed.

4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure

the side gates in the closed position.

Side Gates Closed

5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel

into place.

Storage Position

The storage position for the bed divider is at the

front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed

cargo area when not in use.
To install the bed divider into the storage position,

perform the same steps as you would for the

divider position, except position the divider fully

forward in the bed against the front panel.

Storage Position

The outboard ends should be positioned in front of

the cargo tie-down loops.

Cargo Tie-Down Loop

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TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED

The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover can be installed on the

truck bed to protect your gear and cargo.

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Folded Tonneau Cover Components

Tonneau Cover Latch Components

Position One

(Front Latches Latched And Stowage Straps Secured)

Position Two (Front And Rear Latches Latched)

1 — Stowage Strap
2 — Tonneau Cover Bumper Folded

1 — Handle
2 — Slide Locking Lever
3 — Locating Bumper
4 — Truck Flange Bead
5 — Latch Bumper
6 — J Hook

1 — Panel 1
2 — Panel 2
3 — Panel 3

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To remove the Tonneau Cover use the

following steps:
1. Open the tailgate to access the rear pair of

Tonneau Cover latches located on the

underside of the Cover.

Location Of Rear Latches

Slide Locking Lever Inward

2. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the

truck bed to release the J Hook and pull the

handle downward into the released position.

Unlatching Latch

Released Position

Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up

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3. Holding the bumper, push the fully released

latch to the center and push up. Push the

handle firmly, locking it into the stowed

position. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the

opposite side latch.

Stowed Position

Lift Panel 3 And Fold Onto Panel 2

4. Lift up on Panel 3 and fold it onto Panel 2.

Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together

NOTE:

When folding the second and third panels, the

sections MUST be held together to avoid damage

to the cover material. Fold the panel gently. Do not

allow the panels to drop under their own weight.

Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage

5. Lift up on the second and third panel and fold

them onto the first panel.

Stowage Strap Clipped

6. Unsnap the stowage strap and clip. Repeat for

both straps to prevent the Tonneau Cover

panels from unfolding.

Position One

(Front Latches Latched And Stowage Straps Secured)

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NOTE:

Be sure the Tonneau Cover has been folded

completely, and the stowage straps are engaged,

before removing.

Fully Folded Tonneau Cover

NOTE:

The vehicle can be driven with the Tonneau Cover

in the folded position or can be completely

removed.

Slide Locking Lever Inward

7. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the

truck bed to release the J Hook and pull the

handle downward into the released position.

Unlatching Latch

Released Position

Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up

CAUTION!

The folded Tonneau Cover must be latched by

both front latches and both front stowage straps

or damage to the Tonneau Cover or vehicle may

occur while driving.

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8. Holding the bumper, push the fully released

latch to the center and push up. Push the

handle firmly, locking it into the stowed

position. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 for the opposite

side latch.

9. With two people, remove the cover.

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To install the Tonneau Cover follow these steps:
1. Position the Tonneau Cover on the truck bed

and center using the locating bumpers.

2. Locate the front pair of Tonneau Cover latches

on the underside of the Cover. Slide the

locking lever toward the inside of the truck bed

and release the latch from the stowed

position, and pull the handle downward into

the released position. Do this for both the left

and right side.

Location of Front Latches

Slide Locking Lever Towards Inside Of Truck

Unlatching Latch

Released Position

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3. Swing the J Hook from the handle and push

the handle to the center and up, ensuring that

the J Hook is under the truck flange. Push up

on the handle firmly, locking it into the latched

position.

J Hook Under Truck Flange

NOTE:

Make sure the bumper is in front of the truck

flange bead.

Pull Handle Downward

4. Pull down on the handle to ensure the Slide

Locking Lever is fully engaged. Do this for both

the left and right side.

5. Unclip the stowage straps, and re-snap them

to the bow.

6. Unfold the Tonneau Cover to the second panel

position.

Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage

NOTE:

When folding the second and third panels, the

sections MUST be held together to avoid damage

to the cover material. Fold the panel gently. Do not

allow the panels to drop under their own weight.

Second Panel Position

1 — Front Of Truck
2 — J Hook

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NOTE:

Unfold the panel gently, and do not allow the

panels to drop under their own weight.
7. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover.

Position Two (Fully Unfolded)

8. Repeat steps 2 through 3 for the rear pair of

latches.

9. Pull down on the handle to ensure the Slide

Locking Lever is fully engaged. Do this for both

the left and right side.

NOTE:

Also check to ensure the latch yellow bumpers are

forward of the bead on the underside of the truck

flange. Make sure that the Tonneau Cover is posi

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tioned fully forward, so that the bumper clears the

bead.

Pull Up On Tonneau Cover Corners

10. Gently pull up on all four corners of the

Tonneau Cover to ensure that it is properly

latched.

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For proper cleaning of the Tonneau Cover, use

Mopar® Whitewall & Vinyl Top Cleaner and

Mopar® Leather & Vinyl Conditioner/Protectant.

CAUTION!

The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau

Cover is in the second panel position.

CAUTION!

It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the

Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the

vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure can

result in detachment of the Tonneau Cover

from the vehicle and/or damage to the

vehicle/Tonneau Cover.

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BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE