Page 1 R a m Tr u c k 2 0 1 4 D i e s e l S u p p l e m e n t O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3 RAM DIESEL SUPPLEMENT RAM 1500 ..............2 RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 .
Page 4 RAM 1500...
Page 5: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 11
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 7: Introduction 5
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..6...
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC NOTE: Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage. Chrysler Group LLC welcomes you as a turbocharged Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect diesel-powered truck owner. Your diesel truck will and store information about vehicle modifications that sound, feel, drive, and operate differently from a increase horsepower and torque output such as whether...
Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM ....8 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..9 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ....8...
Page 10: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 7
8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM Your Instrument Panel” for further information on the “Wait To Start” amber telltale and the pre-heat cycle. This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry How To Use Remote Start (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- All of the following conditions must be met before the niently from outside the vehicle while still...
Page 11: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 • Fuel meets minimum requirement ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, provid- •...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and power may be seen at this time. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant.
Page 13: Table Of Contents
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Vehicle Information (Customer Information INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....12 Features) ......27 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 14: Instrument Cluster
12 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 15: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 16: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is 1. Tachometer not functioning and that service is required. However, The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions the conventional brake system will continue to operate Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 17 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 testing the light will come on when the ignition is first CAUTION! (Continued) turned on and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 converter damage and power loss will soon occur. seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the Immediate service is required.
Page 18 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: CAUTION! • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven Driving with a hot engine cooling system could more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads •...
Page 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17 has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! (Continued) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. System Pressure Cap”...
Page 20 18 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 21 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the seat belt lubrication system malfunction. Immediate service reminder light will flash or remain on continuously. Refer should be obtained from an authorized dealer. to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge, Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 22 20 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Fuel Gauge As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when ON/RUN position.
Page 23 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the CAUTION! system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously The TPMS has been optimized for the original illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- equipment tires and wheels.
Page 24 22 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle This indicator will illuminate when the front Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic fog lights are on.
Page 25 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 22. TOW/HAUL NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC The TOW HAUL button is located on the center stack upper switch bank. This light will illumi- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- nate when TOW HAUL mode is selected.
Page 26 24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL in the Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) section 27. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light under the heading of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warn- This light informs you of a problem with the ing Messages. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The 25.
Page 27 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25 28. Air Suspension Normal Ride Height Indicator Lamp 31. 4 LOW — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in This light will illuminate when the air suspension system the four-wheel drive LOW mode. The front and is set to the Normal Ride Height setting.
Page 28: Electronic Vehicle Information
26 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information on four-wheel drive operation and proper use, refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating”. 33. 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked to- gether forcing the front and rear wheels to...
Page 29: Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 • Trans Temperature Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features) Displays the actual transmission sump temperature. Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Tire Pressure Monitor System Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the RIGHT and LEFT button to scroll through the Displays the actual tire pressure.
Page 30: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display
28 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 1. Compass Display Displays — 3.5” Display Displays the current direction. For further information, refer to “Compass Settings” under “Customer Program- mable Features — Uconnect® 5.0/8.4 Settings”. 2. Temperature Display Displays the temperature in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit.
Page 31 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29 • Electronic Speed Control SET conditions are not met while attempting to use the HDC This light will turn on when the electronic feature, the HDC indicator light will flash on/off. speed control is SET. For further information, 5.
Page 32 30 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale WARNING! This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may If you continue operating the vehicle when the occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in...
Page 33 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 31 • Service Stop/Start System Telltale — If Equipped • Wait To Start Light — Diesel Only This telltale will turn on to indicate that the The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for Stop/Start is Unavailable, service Stop/Start approximately two seconds when the ignition is system.
Page 34 32 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature Warning Light 6. EVIC Red Telltales • Door Ajar This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop This light will turn on to indicate that one or the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as more doors may be ajar.
Page 35 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 33 • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Engine Temperature Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- light will come on when the ignition is first proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb...
Page 36 34 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electric Power Steering Malfunction Warning Light • Five Second Stored Messages This telltale is on when the Electric Power When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of Steering is not operating and needs service. message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Page 37 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 35 • Unstored Messages Until RUN message sequence is ignored, your vehicle may not restart unless DEF is added with in the displayed mileage These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start shown in the EVIC message. feature.
Page 38 36 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL single chime. Stating at 100 miles, remaining range will a fluid other than DEF, has experienced component be continuously displayed while operating the vehicle. failures, or when tampering has been detected. Chimes will also accompany the 75, 50 and 25 mile When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following remaining distances.
Page 39 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 37 vehicle serviced immediately. If not corrected in 50 miles, is not serviced during the allowed period. Your engine vehicle will enter the Engine Will not restart in XXX mi will not restart unless your vehicle is serviced by your Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message.
Page 40 38 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine, we recommend you have your vehicle towed to Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry your nearest authorized dealer immediately. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE Fuel Filter Life Reset — Diesel Only START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/ RUN position (do not start the engine.) Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry...
Page 41 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 39 Oil Life Reset Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the ”Oil Life” screen. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 “Reset”, then press and release the Right...
Page 42: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display
40 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) the ”Oil Life” screen. Displays — 7” Display Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select “Reset”, then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life to 100%.
Page 43 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 41 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will 9. Selectable Gauge 2 illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for 10. Selectable Gauge 1 non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information.
Page 44 42 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams and “Low Tire Pressure”.
Page 45 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 43 Wait To Start Light Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages Your vehicle will begin displaying warning messages The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for when the DEF level reaches a driving range of approxi- approximately two seconds when the ignition is mately 500 miles (800 km).
Page 46 44 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 100 miles. DEF fluid top off is required with in the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning displayed mileage. The message will be displayed in Messages the EVIC during vehicle start up with an updated There are different messages which are displayed if the distance mileage, and it will be accompanied by a vehicle detects that the DEF system has been filled with...
Page 47 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 45 Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer — This message will the 75, 50 and 25 mile remaining distances. We recom- display if the DEF system has detected the incorrect fluid mend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and has been introduced to the DEF tank.
Page 48 46 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System See Dealer message is displayed on the next Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll subsequent restart. Your engine will not start unless you downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”. vehicle is serviced by your authorized dealer.
Page 49 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 47 Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) Oil Life Reset Press and release the DOWN...
Page 50 48 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”. the ” Oil Life” screen. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one...
Page 51 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Stopping The Engine ....58 STARTING PROCEDURES ....51 ▫...
Page 52 50 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight ADDING FUEL — 1500 DIESEL MODELS ..85 Ratings) ......70 ▫...
Page 53: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 51 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of The starter is allowed to crank for up to 30-second reasons.
Page 54: Normal Starting
52 STARTING AND OPERATING when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, turn the CAUTION! key fob to the OFF position, wait five seconds, then • The engine is allowed to crank as long as 30 repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure. seconds.
Page 55: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 53 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ 2. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- sion, place the shift lever into the PARK position. This feature allows the driver to oper- 3. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push ENGINE START/STOP button once.
Page 56: Extreme Cold Weather
54 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The system will take over and attempt to start the periods and should be plugged in two hours prior to vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will start. Its use is required for cold starts with temperatures disengage automatically after 30 seconds.
Page 57: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING 55 Starting Fluids WARNING! (Continued) The engine is equipped with a glow plug preheating • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with system. If the instructions in this manual are followed, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to the engine should start in all conditions and no type of be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a starting fluid should be used.
Page 58: Normal Operation
56 STARTING AND OPERATING NORMAL OPERATION Cold Weather Precautions Observe the following when the diesel engine is operat- Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may ing. require special considerations. The following charts sug- gest these options: • All message center lights are off. Fuel Operating Range •...
Page 59: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING 57 NOTE: Engine Oil Usage • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct engine oil viscosity. Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Page 60: Stopping The Engine
58 STARTING AND OPERATING and injector nozzles. Also, the unburned fuel can enter Idle Time Turbo- the crankcase, diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to (min.) Driving charger the engine. Load Before Condition Tempera- Engine Stopping The Engine ture Shutdown Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown.
Page 61: Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 59 NOTE: Under certain conditions the engine fan will run Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under Pressure high load and high temperature conditions. If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as Cooling System Tips —...
Page 62: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
60 STARTING AND OPERATING Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED All engine failures give some warning before the parts The engine block heater warms engine coolant and fail. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 63: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 61 provide good performance. If the vehicle is exposed to WARNING! extreme cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is required to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. periods, use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. Damage to the 110–115 Volt electrical cord could 2 diesel fuel with 50% No.
Page 64: Fuel Specifications
62 STARTING AND OPERATING fuel conditioners should not be required in your vehicle. climatized diesel fuels. Experience has shown that it also If available in your area, a high cetane “premium” diesel operates on No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuels or other fuel may offer improved cold-starting and warm-up fuels within specification.
Page 65: Biodiesel Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 63 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements CAUTION! A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM speci- Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for fication D975 is recommended for use with your diesel vehicles operating on biodiesel blends greater than engine.
Page 66 64 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Quality — Must Comply With ASTM CAUTION! Standards Use of blends greater than 20% is not approved. Use The quality of Biodiesel fuel may vary widely. Only fuel of blends greater than 20% can result in engine produced by a BQ9000 supplier to the following specifi- damage.
Page 67 STARTING AND OPERATING 65 Fuel Water Separation — Must Use Mopar Biodiesel Fuel Filter Change Intervals Approved Fuel Filter Elements The use of biofuels require intervals shorter than the Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water outlined 30,000 miles (48 280 km) and must not exceed accelerates microbial growth.
Page 68: Trailer Towing
66 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 69 STARTING AND OPERATING 67 evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or Frontal Area rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Page 70 68 STARTING AND OPERATING of hitches are the most popular on the market today and Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle they are commonly used to tow small and medium sized and trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross trailers.
Page 71: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 69 Fifth-Wheel Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a Class Max. Trailer Hitch coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle Industry Standards in the truck bed. It connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) trailer with a coupling king pin.
Page 72: Starting And Operating Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to a 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) without added equipment or altera- tions to the standard equipment. Ram 1500 Diesel 1500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman 3.0L Turbo Diesel Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission...
Page 73 STARTING AND OPERATING 71 cause of many trailer collisions. Never exceed the maxi- Consider the following items when computing the mum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer •...
Page 74: Towing Requirements
72 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these train components the following guidelines are recom- guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as mended: possible: •...
Page 75 STARTING AND OPERATING 73 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to vehicle and the trailer such that the following four the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 76 74 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes sures before trailer usage. WARNING! • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General •...
Page 77 STARTING AND OPERATING 75 • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over CAUTION! 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 1,653 lbs (750 kg). If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they Integrated Trailer Brake Module —...
Page 78 76 STARTING AND OPERATING The user interface consists of the following: Manual Brake Control Lever Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’s brakes. If the manual brake control lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to the trailer brakes.
Page 79 STARTING AND OPERATING 77 sliding the manual brake control lever will display the Adjusting GAIN GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free Indicator Light” will not be displayed. environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated (30–40 km/h).
Page 80 78 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel 8. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. level surface at a speed of 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h) and squeeze the manual brake control lever com- 5.
Page 81 STARTING AND OPERATING 79 Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Type of Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric over Hydrau- Electric over Hydrau- lic Trailer Brakes lic Trailer Brakes Load *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs * The suggested selection depends and may change...
Page 82 80 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring WARNING! (Continued) Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, of trailer braking. There may be a increase in stop- stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for ping distance or trailer instability which could result motoring safety.
Page 83 STARTING AND OPERATING 81 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 84: Towing Tips
82 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping vehicle in first gear (using the ERS switches) can help to and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy avoid transmission overheating.
Page 85: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
STARTING AND OPERATING 83 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped Air Conditioning • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Turn off temporarily. • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Air Suspension System drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, you can get back to cruising speed.
Page 86: System Overview
84 STARTING AND OPERATING first and only technology in decades to be as good for the The DEF injection system consists of the following com- environment as it is good for business and vehicle ponents: performance. • DEF tank The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx •...
Page 87: Adding Fuel - 1500 Diesel Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 85 Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for system messages and warnings. NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with a DEF injection system. You may occasionally hear an audible clicking noise from under the vehicle at a stop.
Page 88 86 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 4.
Page 89 STARTING AND OPERATING 87 Fuel Fill Funnel Location 1500 Models Emergency Fuel Fill Location 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel NOTE: Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper nozzle. door open. 3. Pour fuel into funnel opening. 4.
Page 90: Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel
88 STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel CAUTION! Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top severe damage to the engine fuel system. Proper main- off” the fuel tank after filling. tenance of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is essential.
Page 91: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage
STARTING AND OPERATING 89 If the vehicle will not start, refer to “Maintenance DEF is subject to freezing at the lowest temperatures. For Procedures/Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel” example, DEF may freeze at temperatures at or below 12° in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 92: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid
90 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid The DEF gauge (located on the instrument cluster) will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank. Refer to “Instrument Cluster” and “Instrument Cluster Descrip- tions” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 93 STARTING AND OPERATING 91 2. Insert DEF fill adapter/nozzle into DEF tank filler CAUTION! (Continued) neck. • Do not attempt to start your engine if DEF is accidentally added to the diesel fuel tank as it can CAUTION! result in severe damage to your engine, including •...
Page 94 92 STARTING AND OPERATING Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates Extra care should be taken when filling with portable containers to avoid overfilling. Note the level of the DEF Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), your gauge in your instrument cluster.
Page 95: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Batteries ....107 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL ..94 ▫ Cooling System ..... .107 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .
Page 96: Engine Compartment - 3.0L Diesel
94 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Power Distribution Center (PDC) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 97: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 95 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 98 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been parked overnight.
Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) CAUTION! CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced technol- your engine. ogy Diesel Engine and an emission device designed to limit Diesel Particulate Emissions from being NOTE: It is possible for your oil level to be slightly released into the atmosphere.
Page 100: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner Filter The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the maintenance intervals. engine oil.
Page 101: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter WARNING! (Continued) The fuel filter/water separator filter housing is located Make sure that no one is near the engine compart- above the rear axle next to the fuel tank. The best access ment before starting the vehicle with the air induc- to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle.
Page 102 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO NOT START the engine before you drain water from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage. If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” comes on and a single chime is heard while you are driving, or with the ignition in the ON position, there may be a problem with your water separator wiring or sensor.
Page 103: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 101 NOTE: Care should be taken in disposing of used fluids If more than two ounces or 60 milliliters of fuel have been from your vehicle. Used fluids, indiscriminately dis- drained, follow the directions for “Priming If The Engine carded, can present a problem to the environment.
Page 104 102 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Open the water drain valve, and let any accumulated water drain. 4. Close the water drain valve. 5. Remove bottom cover using a strap wrench. Rotate counterclockwise for removal. Remove the used o-ring and discard it. 6.
Page 105: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel CAUTION! WARNING! The starter motor will engage for approximately 30 seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the cranking intervals.
Page 106: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow
104 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Intervention Regeneration Strategy — EVIC CAUTION! Message Process Flow Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the This engine meets all required EPA diesel engine emis- use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel sions standards.
Page 107 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Additionally, your vehicle has the ability to alert you to will display “Perform Service”. When the “Perform Ser- additional maintenance required on your vehicle or en- vice” message is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to gine.
Page 108 106 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for up Exhaust Service Required — See Dealer Now to 20 minutes, you can remedy the condition in the Regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunc- particulate filter system and allow your diesel engine and tion.
Page 109: Maintenance-Free Batteries
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 107 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) case. Also, if a “fast charger” is used while the battery See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust is in vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables system could occur soon with continued operation. before connecting the charger to the battery.
Page 110 108 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, WARNING! (Continued) cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire do not open the hood until the radiator has had time system for leaks.
Page 111 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 112 110 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 113 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 114 112 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 115: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Page 116: Brake System
114 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE radiator clean and free of debris. Periodically check the With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as hoses leading to and from the charge air cooler for cracks the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in or loose clamps resulting in loss of pressure and reduced fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check engine performance.
Page 117 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 115 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 118: Fluid Capacities
116 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.0L Diesel Engine 26 Gallons 98.5 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (SAE 5W-30 8 Quarts 7.7 Liters Synthetic, API Certified Low Ash) Cooling System 3.0L Turbo Diesel Engine 11.6 Quarts 11 Liters (MOPAR®...
Page 119: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 117 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil Only use ACEA C3 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS-11106 or Pennzoil Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil.
Page 120 118 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
Page 121: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 119 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 123 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — B6 TO B20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .122 BIODIESEL ......126 ▫...
Page 124 122 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in indicator system. The oil change indicator system will “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 125 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 123 • Check function of all interior and exterior lights At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Required Maintenance • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following required.
Page 126 124 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart — Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and re- place if necessary.
Page 127 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 125 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly. Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 128 126 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — B6 TO B20 WARNING! BIODIESEL • You can be badly injured working on or around a NOTE: motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 129 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 127 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Change Indicator System: needed • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as •...
Page 130 128 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart — B6 to B20 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional B6 to B20 Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly.
Page 131 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 129 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 133 RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500...
Page 135 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............135 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 137 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC..136...
Page 138 136 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC NOTE: Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage. Chrysler Group LLC and Cummins® welcome you as a Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect Cummins® turbocharged diesel-powered truck owner. and store information about vehicle modifications that Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate increase horsepower and torque output such as whether...
Page 139 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .142 IF EQUIPPED ......138 ▫...
Page 140 138 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry engine will remote start: (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- •...
Page 141 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 139 • Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Wait To Start Light is not illuminated The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- WARNING! turely:...
Page 142 140 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON position Press and release the REMOTE START button before you can repeat the start sequence for a third on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-...
Page 143 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 141 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped To exit Remote start Mode and Drive the vehicle Before When remote start is activated, the heated steering the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically unlock button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the door...
Page 144 142 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the The Cummins® turbocharged diesel engine does not engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and require a break-in period due to its construction.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Vehicle Information (Customer Information INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....144 Features)......159 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 146: Instrument Cluster
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 147: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 148: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is 1. Tachometer not functioning and that service is required. However, The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions the conventional brake system will continue to operate Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 testing the light will come on when the ignition is first CAUTION! (Continued) turned on and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 converter damage and power loss will soon occur. seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the Immediate service is required.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: CAUTION! • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven Driving with a hot engine cooling system could more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! (Continued) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. System Pressure Cap”...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the seat belt lubrication system malfunction. Immediate service reminder light will flash or remain on continuously. Refer should be obtained from an authorized dealer. to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge, Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Fuel Gauge As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when ON/RUN position.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the CAUTION! system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously The TPMS has been optimized for the original illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- equipment tires and wheels.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle This indicator will illuminate when the front Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic fog lights are on.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 22. TOW/HAUL NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ The TOW HAUL button is located on the center Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each stack upper switch bank. This light will illumi- time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Stop/Start – If Equipped If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is until the Stop/Start icon is highlighted in the placed in the PARK position.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 29. Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Lamp — If rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater Equipped gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the wheels. This light will illuminate when the air suspension system For further information on four-wheel drive operation is set to the Off-Road 1 setting.
Page 160: Electronic Vehicle Information
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 33. 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked to- gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 161: Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 • Trans Temperature Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features) Displays the actual transmission sump temperature. Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Tire Pressure Monitor System Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the RIGHT and LEFT button to scroll through the Displays the actual tire pressure.
Page 162: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 1. Compass Display Displays — 3.5” Display Displays the current direction. For further information, refer to “Compass Settings” under “Customer Program- mable Features — Uconnect® 5.0/8.4 Settings”. 2. Temperature Display Displays the temperature in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 • Electronic Speed Control SET conditions are not met while attempting to use the HDC This light will turn on when the electronic feature, the HDC indicator light will flash on/off. speed control is SET. For further information, 5.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale WARNING! This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may If you continue operating the vehicle when the occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 • Service Stop/Start System Telltale — If Equipped • Wait To Start Light — Diesel Only This telltale will turn on to indicate that the The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for Stop/Start is Unavailable, service Stop/Start approximately two seconds when the ignition is system.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature Warning Light 6. EVIC Red Telltales • Door Ajar This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop This light will turn on to indicate that one or the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as more doors may be ajar.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Engine Temperature Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- light will come on when the ignition is first proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb...
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electric Power Steering Malfunction Warning Light • Five Second Stored Messages This telltale is on when the Electric Power When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of Steering is not operating and needs service. message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 • Unstored Messages Until RUN message sequence is ignored, your vehicle may not restart unless DEF is added with in the displayed mileage These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start shown in the EVIC message. feature.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL single chime. Stating at 100 miles, remaining range will When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following be continuously displayed while operating the vehicle. warnings will display: Chimes will also accompany the 75, 50 and 25 mile Service DEF System See Dealer —...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 vehicle will enter the Engine Will not restart in XXX mi will not restart unless your vehicle is serviced by your Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message. authorized dealer. This message will be displayed when under 1 mile until engine will not start and each time the Engine Will Not Restart in XXX mi Service DEF See vehicle is started, and will be continuously displayed.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine, we recommend you have your vehicle towed to Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry your nearest authorized dealer immediately. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE Fuel Filter Life Reset — Diesel Only START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/ RUN position (do not start the engine.) Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Oil Life Reset Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the ”Oil Life” screen. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 “Reset”, then press and release the Right...
Page 174: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) the ”Oil Life” screen. Displays — 7” Display Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select “Reset”, then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life to 100%.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will 9. Selectable Gauge 2 illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for 10. Selectable Gauge 1 non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams and “Low Tire Pressure”.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Wait To Start Light Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages Your vehicle will begin displaying warning messages The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for when the DEF level reaches a driving range of approxi- approximately two seconds when the ignition is mately 500 miles (800 km).
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 100 miles. DEF fluid top off is required with in the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning displayed mileage. The message will be displayed in Messages the EVIC during vehicle start up with an updated There are different messages which are displayed if the distance mileage, and it will be accompanied by a vehicle detects that the DEF system has been filled with...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer — This message will the 75, 50 and 25 mile remaining distances. We recom- display if the DEF system has detected the incorrect fluid mend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and has been introduced to the DEF tank.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System See Dealer message is displayed on the next Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access subsequent restart. Your engine will not start unless you the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen. vehicle is serviced by your authorized dealer. The mes- Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one sage will be accompanied by a single chime.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen. next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one “Yes”, then press and release the Right arrow button to second to access the ” Oil Life Reset” screen. select reset of the Oil Life.
Page 183 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Starting Fluids......195 STARTING PROCEDURES ....184 ▫...
Page 184 182 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Cooling System Tips — Automatic ▫ Downshifting ......223 Transmission ......202 ▫...
Page 185 STARTING AND OPERATING 183 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap ..... . .237 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ......246 ▫...
Page 186: Starting Procedures
184 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a The starter should not be operated for more than 15- number of reasons.
Page 187: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 185 Manual Transmission — If Equipped Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- TRAL and press the clutch pedal to the floor before This feature allows the driver to oper- starting the vehicle.
Page 188 186 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP the engine starting, remove your foot from the brake Button pedal and press the button again. 1.
Page 189 STARTING AND OPERATING 187 NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time (engine not running) position and the transmission is in to change the ignition to the RUN position (EVIC PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 displays “RUN”).
Page 190 188 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure CAUTION! except: If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO 1. Pushing the engine start button with the driver’s foot NOT START engine before you drain the water from on the brake will move the ignition from OFF or ACC the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.
Page 191: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 189 5. After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five pressure. seconds and then back ON. Repeat steps 1 through 7 of “Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Starting Procedure – Engine 6.
Page 192: Normal Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)
190 STARTING AND OPERATING • A 12 Volt heater built into the fuel filter housings aid in 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and watch preventing fuel gelling. It is controlled by a built-in the instrument panel cluster lights. thermostat.
Page 193: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air
STARTING AND OPERATING 191 Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air CAUTION! Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C) Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a NOTE: The temperature displayed in the Electronic time or starter motor damage may result. Turn the Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) does not necessarily ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least reflect the engine manifold air temperature.
Page 194 192 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. While the Wait To Start” telltale is on, the EVIC will CAUTION! additionally display a gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full Wait To Start time period. Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a Its length will decrease until it disappears when the time or starter motor damage may result.
Page 195: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 193 • Automatic equipped vehicles with optional Keyless Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Enter-N-Go™ – If the start button is pushed once Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C) while in park with the ignition off and driver’s foot on In extremely cold weather below 0°F (-18°C) it may be the brake pedal, the vehicle will automatically crank beneficial to cycle the manifold heaters twice before...
Page 196 194 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor- NOTE: mance will result if manifold heaters are not recycled. • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000 2. Heat generated by the manifold heaters dissipates RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger rapidly in a cold engine.
Page 197: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING 195 Starting Fluids WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may Starting fluids or flammable liquids must never be cause serious injury or death. used in the Cummins® diesel engine (see Warning •...
Page 198: Normal Operation - Diesel Engine
196 STARTING AND OPERATING NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE Cold Weather Precautions Observe the following when the engine is operating. Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may require special considerations. The following charts sug- • All message center lights are off. gest these options: •...
Page 199 STARTING AND OPERATING 197 NOTE: Engine Oil Usage • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct engine oil viscosity. Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Page 200 198 STARTING AND OPERATING Battery Blanket Usage Your vehicle is equipped with a turbo speed limiter, this feature limits the engine speed to 1,200 RPM when A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery engine coolant temperatures are below 70°F (21°C). This temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°C).
Page 201: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING 199 • Operating the exhaust brake at idle will greatly im- NOTE: For EVIC messages related to the vehicle’s ex- prove warm up rate and will help keep the engine haust system, refer to “Maintenance Procedures/ close to operating temperature during extended idle. Intervention Regeneration Strategy –...
Page 202: Stopping The Engine
200 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. With the transmission in PARK, the parking brake allow the lubricating oil and coolant to carry excess heat applied, and the engine running, press the speed away from the combustion chamber, bearings, internal control switch to the ON position, then press the SET components, and turbocharger.
Page 203: Idle Shutdown
STARTING AND OPERATING 201 Idle Shutdown Idle Time Turbo- (min.) This feature can be enabled so that the truck will auto- Driving charger Load Before matically shutdown when the truck has been idling for a Condition Tempera- Engine set period of time when the engine is at operating ture Shutdown temperature.
Page 204: Operating Precautions
202 STARTING AND OPERATING Operating Precautions rings and injector nozzles. Also, the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase, diluting the lubricating oil and Avoid Overheating The Engine causing rapid wear to the engine. The temperature of the engine coolant (antifreeze) (a Cooling System Tips —...
Page 205: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 • engine misfiring or vibrating severely Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure • sudden loss of power When the engine is at normal operating temperature, the • unusual engine noises minimum oil pressures required are: •...
Page 206: Block Heater Usage
204 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood to Block Heater Usage the right side and can be located just behind the grille For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), engine near the headlamp. block heater usage is recommended. NOTE: The engine block heater cord is a factory installed For ambient temperatures below –20°F (-29°C), engine option.
Page 207 STARTING AND OPERATING 205 Benefits of the exhaust brake are: • vehicle driving control • reduced brake fade • longer brake life • faster cab warm-up The exhaust brake feature will only function when the driver toggles it on by pushing the exhaust brake button until the Exhaust Brake Indicator is illuminated.
Page 208 206 STARTING AND OPERATING The automatic transmission will downshift more aggres- The exhaust brake feature can also be used to reduce the sively in TOW/HAUL mode when the exhaust brake is engine warm up time. To use the exhaust brake as a enabled to increase brake performance.
Page 209: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 207 Indicator” in the EVIC will change from Yellow to Green CAUTION! (Continued) when Automatic Exhaust Brake is enabled. Pushing the • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot exhaust brake button again will toggle the exhaust brake is firmly pressing on the brake pedal.
Page 210 208 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 211: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 209 Key Ignition Park Interlock Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- Chassis Cab models (with automatic transmission) use lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK the AS69RC transmission (which is equipped with a before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF Power Take-Off [PTO] access cover on the right side of...
Page 212 210 STARTING AND OPERATING self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Gear Ranges vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 213 STARTING AND OPERATING 211 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- if it is not completely in PARK.
Page 214 212 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 215 STARTING AND OPERATING 213 • Release the shift lever and make sure it is fully seated CAUTION! in the PARK gate. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • Look at the transmission gear position display and must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- verify that it indicates the PARK position.
Page 216 214 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 217 STARTING AND OPERATING 215 If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- During cold temperatures, transmission operation may ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the be modified depending on engine and transmission transmission shift schedule and expand the range of temperature as well as vehicle speed.
Page 218 216 STARTING AND OPERATING accelerate under heavily loaded conditions may be re- In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission duced. In all cases, normal operation will resume once can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING 217 If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service is required. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift lever is in the DRIVE position. For example, if you shift the transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission will not shift above third gear, but will shift down into second and first gears normally.
Page 220 218 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a When using ERS for engine braking while descend- slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their ing steep grades, be careful not to overspeed the grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or engine.
Page 221 STARTING AND OPERATING 219 • The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera- ture. • The vehicle speed is sufficiently high. • The TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated. When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode.
Page 222 220 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • The torque converter clutch will not engage (and Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving 68RFE-equipped trucks will not shift to sixth gear), in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are braking could cause the rear wheels to slide, and the warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].
Page 223: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 221 • If the vehicle has not been driven for several days, the CAUTION! first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans- mission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due to the Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch fluid partially draining from the torque converter into pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the the transmission.
Page 224: Shifting
222 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. This transmission has a “creeper” first gear which should be used to start from a standing position when carrying a payload or towing a trailer.
Page 225: Downshifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Maximum Recommended Up-Shift Speeds Gear Selection 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 Maximum 7 mph 15 mph 25 mph 40 mph 45 mph Speed (11 km/h) (24 km/h) (40 km/h) (64 km/h) (72 km/h)
Page 226: Reverse Shifting
224 STARTING AND OPERATING Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 68 mph 50 mph 32 mph 19 mph 10 mph ) (109 km/h) (80 km/h) (51 km/h) (31 km/h) (16 km/h...
Page 227: Power Take Off Operation - If Equipped (Chassis Cab Only)
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 To shift out of REVERSE bring the vehicle to a complete AS69RC Six-Speed Automatic Transmission Only stop and press the clutch. Shifting out of REVERSE prior The PTO drive gear (part of the AS69RC) operates at to a complete stop may cause high shift effort.
Page 228 226 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicle engine must be running. be used respectively. To disengage PTO operation and return to “standard vehicle operation” simply toggle the • No vehicle, brake or clutch switch faults present. PTO switch to the OFF position. •...
Page 229: Mobile Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 • Brake pedal must not be applied. and remote) system is compatible with the vehicle’s electrical architecture and software functionality. • No vehicle, brake or clutch switch faults present. NOTE: Single set speed can be programmed via the PTO •...
Page 230: Power Take Off - Aftermarket Installation
228 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: For application specific information with respect to a point where it destroys itself due to either mechani- to PTO and pump requirements and additional vehicle cal failure or engine seizure through lack of lubrication. information (wiring schematics, preset idle values, en- gine speed limits, and vehicle hardware and software WARNING! requirements) please refer to the Body Builders Guide by...
Page 231: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 FUEL REQUIREMENTS WARNING! Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low...
Page 232: Fuel Specifications
230 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline on If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO your diesel vehicle, Do not start the vehicle. If you NOT START engine before you drain the water from restart your vehicle you risk damage the engine and the fuel filter(s) to avoid engine damage.
Page 233: Bio-Diesel Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 • No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuel should only be used comply with the requirements outlined below. It is im- where extended arctic conditions (-10°F or -23°C) exist. portant that you understand and comply with these requirements.
Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Quality — Must Comply With ASTM Fuel Water Separation — Must Use MOPAR®/ Standards Cummins® Approved Fuel Filter Elements The quality of Biodiesel fuel may vary widely. Only fuel You must use MOPAR®/Cummins® approved fuel filter produced by a BQ9000 supplier to the following specifi- elements in both your engine mounted filter and frame cations may be blended to meet Biodiesel blend (B6–B20)
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 Fuel In Oil Dilution — Must Adhere To Required CAUTION! Oil Change Interval • Under no circumstances should oil change inter- Fuel dilution of lubricating oil has been observed with vals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) pickup or the use of Biodiesel fuel.
Page 236: Adding Fuel - 2500/3500 Diesel Models
234 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL — 2500/3500 DIESEL MODELS NOTE: There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system. 1. Open the fuel filler door. 2. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door Fuel Fill Funnel Location 2500/3500 Models 1. Retrieve fuel funnel from the jack kit located under the 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel front passenger seat. nozzle.
Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
Page 239: Adding Fuel - Chassis Cab Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 ADDING FUEL — CHASSIS CAB MODELS WARNING! CAUTION! A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is on a truck bed. You could be burned. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top Always place fuel containers on the ground while off”...
Page 240: Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel
238 STARTING AND OPERATING microbes form “slime” that will clog the fuel filtration WARNING! system and lines. Drain condensation from the supply • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the tank and change the line filter on a regular basis. vehicle when the fuel filler cap is removed or the NOTE: When a diesel engine is allowed to run out of tank filled.
Page 241: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a very stable The DEF gauge (located on the instrument cluster) will product with a long shelf life. If DEF is kept in tempera- display the level of DEF remaining in the tank.
Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING DEF Filler Cap Chassis Cab Models DEF Filler Cap And Fuel Fill 1500/2500/3500 Models 1 — Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location 2 — Diesel Fuel Fill Location 2. Insert DEF fill adapter/nozzle into DEF tank filler neck.
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 CAUTION! (Continued) • DO NOT OVERFILL. DEF will freeze below 12ºF (-11ºC). The DEF system is designed to work in temperatures below the DEF freezing point, how- ever, if the tank is overfilled and freezes, the system could be damaged.
Page 244: Trailer Towing
242 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Reinstall cap onto DEF tank. from portable containers when your DEF gauge is read- ing ½ full. On Chassis Cab applications a maximum of 2 Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates gallons may be added when the DEF gauge is reading ¾ Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), your full.
Page 245: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Common Towing Definitions measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be The following trailer towing related definitions will assist supported by the scale. you in understanding the following information: Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 248: Trailer Hitch Classification
246 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup Duty truck.
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Ram 2500 & 3500 Diesel 2500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar 3500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman Laramie Outdoorsman 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel Max Towing: 16,710 lbs (7 579 kg) Max Towing: 18,200 lbs (8 255 kg) 6-Speed Manual Transmission Max Payload: 2,880 lbs (1 306 kg) Max Payload: 6,640 lbs (3 011 kg) 6.7L Cummins®...
Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING Chassis Cab 4500 Diesel ST/SLT/Laramie 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel 6-Speed Manual Trans- Max Towing: 20,200 lbs (9 162 kg) mission Max Payload: 7,391 lbs (3 352 kg) 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel 6-Speed AISIN Automatic Max Towing: 24,650 lbs (11 181 kg) Transmission Max Payload: 7,326 lbs (3 323 kg) Chassis Cab 5500 Diesel...
Page 251: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http://www.ramtrucks.com • http://www.ramtruck.ca (Canada) Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 252: Towing Requirements
250 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ating”...
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! WARNING! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this hydraulic brake lines.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 1,653 lbs (750 kg). Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Mod- ule (ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) trailer brakes.
Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 The user interface consists of the following: sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status Manual Brake Control Lever Indicator Light” will not be displayed. Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent...
Page 258 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Adjusting GAIN 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph 5.
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing Repeat steps 8 and 9 until the GAIN setting is at a point tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels just below trailer wheel lockup. If towing a heavier turn freely, increase the GAIN setting.
Page 260 258 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss brake systems.
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 262: Towing Tips
260 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The “DRIVE” range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. vehicle in first gear (using the ERS switches) can help to •...
Page 264: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
262 STARTING AND OPERATING Air Conditioning first and only technology in decades to be as good for the environment as it is good for business and vehicle Turn off temporarily. performance. Air Suspension System The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, (oxides of nitrogen emitted from engines) that are harm- the air suspension system can be used.
Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING 263 The DEF injection system consists of the following com- The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the ponents: achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while maintaining outstanding fuel economy, drivability, • DEF tank torque and power ratings. •...
Page 267: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ With Portable Starting Unit....269 JUMP STARTING ..... .266...
Page 268 266 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt batteries. If it becomes necessary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are WARNING! discharged, the following procedure should be used: •...
Page 269 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267 CAUTION! (Continued) green dot in the center, failure to start is not due to a discharged battery and cranking system should be checked. 1. Attach one jumper cable to the positive terminal of booster battery and the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery.
Page 270 268 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative 3. Take care that the clamps from one cable do not (-) post of booster battery. Connect the other end of the inadvertently touch clamps from the other cable. Do jumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of not lean over the battery when making connection.
Page 271 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 269 With Portable Starting Unit WARNING! There are many types of these units available. Follow the Any procedure other than above could result in: manufacturer’s instructions for necessary precautions • Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out and operation.
Page 273 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel . .288 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models) ..273 ▫ Intervention Regeneration Strategy — EVIC ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — Message Process Flow .
Page 274 272 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..302 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS ......313 ▫...
Page 275: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed 68Rfe (2500/3500 Models)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 273 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models) 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 9 —...
Page 276: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed As69Rc Hd (3500/Chassis Cab Models)
274 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED AS69RC HD (3500/CHASSIS CAB MODELS) 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 9 —...
Page 277: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 275 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance CAUTION! (Continued) services determined by the engineers who designed your • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids vehicle. that protect the performance and durability of your Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- maintenance schedule, there are other components which...
Page 278: Engine Oil
276 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been parked overnight.
Page 279 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 277 only when the level on the dipstick is below the “ADD” recommends engine oils that are API CJ-4 certified and mark. The total capacity from the low mark to the high meet the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC. Use mark is 2 qts (1.9L).
Page 280 278 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE system damage. A maximum sulfated ash content of 1.00 20081 may also be used. The identification of these mass % is recommended for all oil used in the engine. engine oils is typically located on the back of the oil container.
Page 281 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 279 Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil quality requirements are met and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added To Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil.
Page 282: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
280 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters WARNING! Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, provides a measure of protection.
Page 283 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 281 The “SERVICE AIR FILTER” message could be displayed If the vehicle experiences a sudden loss of engine power periodically. This is because engine air flow requirements while being driven in heavy snow or rain, or when change based on driving conditions.
Page 284: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE should the air cleaner filter element exceed 30,000 miles CAUTION! (48,000 km) or 24 months, whichever comes first. • Do not drain the fuel/water separator filters when CAUTION! the engine is running. • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. Many aftermarket performance air filter elements do Drain the filters into an appropriate container.
Page 285 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” comes on and a Drain the fuel/water separator filters when the “Water In single chime is heard while you are driving, or with the Fuel Indicator Light” is ON. Within 10 minutes of vehicle ignition switch in the ON position, there may be a shutdown, turn the engine mounted filter drain valve problem with your water separator wiring or sensor.
Page 286: Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE: • Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufactur- er’s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. • The engine mounted filter housing is equipped with a No-Filter-No-Run (NFNR) feature.
Page 287 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 285 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate CAUTION! counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. and discard it. Drain the filter into an appropriate container. 6. Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and •...
Page 288: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 12. Prime the engine using the procedure in “Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel.” Then start the engine and confirm there are no leaks. Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE: • Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufactur- er’s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.
Page 289 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 4. Close the water drain valve. CAUTION! 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring Drain the filter into an appropriate container. and discard it.
Page 290: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel CAUTION! WARNING! Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the cranking intervals.
Page 291: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 • Use of biodiesel mixture in excess of 20% can nega- CAUTION! tively impact the fuel filter’s ability to separate water from the fuel, resulting in high pressure fuel system Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the corrosion or damage.
Page 292 290 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE work together to achieve the EPA Heavy Duty Diesel WARNING! (Continued) Engine Emissions Standards. These systems are seam- system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas lessly integrated into your vehicle and managed by the where your exhaust system can contact anything that Cummins®...
Page 293 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now Exhaust System — Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX% Full Exhaust Filter XX% Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy will be displayed on the Electronic Vehicle Indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is self- Information Center (EVIC) if the exhaust particulate filter cleaning.
Page 294: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Diesel Exhaust Fluid CAUTION! Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sometimes known simply by See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust the name of its active component, UREA—is a key system could occur soon with continued operation. component of selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, which help diesel vehicles meet stringent emission regu- Exhaust Filter Full —...
Page 295: Maintenance-Free Batteries
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 Maintenance-Free Batteries WARNING! The top of the maintenance-free batteries are perma- Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con- nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash hands periodic maintenance required.
Page 296: Cooling System
294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the radiator core. WARNING! Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 297 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 298 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 299 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 300 298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 301: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Page 302: Brake System
300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To guarantee optimum performance of the system, keep With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as the surfaces of the charge air cooler, condenser and the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in radiator clean and free of debris.
Page 303: Clutch Hydraulic System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 304: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant is on level ground, enough lubricant should be added to bring the level to 1/4 in (6 mm) below the bottom of the Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in filler hole. “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 305 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 306 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use the following procedure to check the transmission 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until fluid level properly: seated. 1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the EVIC 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on display, and operate the vehicle as required to reach both sides.
Page 307 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below 8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake. the operating temperature, the fluid level should be NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make with the fluid at 60-70°F / 16-21°C for 68RFE transmis- sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 308: Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty All vehicles built over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in the United States are required to comply with the Federal Government’s Exterior Noise Regulations.
Page 309 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 or suspected. Proper maintenance of the entire vehicle Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited will help the effectiveness of the noise control systems. Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any Exhaust System person, other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damaged...
Page 310 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Removal of the air ducting. equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer’s control with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise Control Regu- EXHAUST SYSTEM lations. • Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and components including the muffler or tailpipe.
Page 311 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines) Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed. MILES 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500...
Page 312 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed. MILES 67,500 75,000 82,500 90,000 97,500 105,000 112,500 120,000 KILOMETERS 108 000 120 000 132 000 144 000...
Page 313: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Standard Cab Longbed 28 Gallons 106 Liters Models 2500/3500 Crew/Mega Cab Short- 31 Gallons 129 Liters bed Models 2500/3500 Crew Cab Longbed 32 Gallons 132 Liters Models Standard Rear Tank – Chassis Cab 52 Gallons 197 Liters Only...
Page 314 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE U.S. Metric Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Ap- 5.5 Gallons 21 Liters proximate) – 2500/3500 Models Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Ap- 9 Gallons 34 Liters proximate) – Chassis Cab Engine Oil With Filter 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters Cooling System...
Page 315: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil In ambient temperatures above 0°F (-18°C), we recommend you use 15W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR®, Shell Rotella®...
Page 316 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
Page 317: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – If Equipped (Six-Speed We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic 68RFE) – Pickup models without PTO Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 318 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) We recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE 75W-85. Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear Axles. Clutch Linkage We recommend you use MOPAR® Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
Page 319: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ Perform Service Indicator — MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL ENGINE ..... . .318 Cummins® Diesel .....320 ▫...
Page 320 318 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL ENGINE At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. CAUTION! • Inspect the exhaust system. Failure to perform the required maintenance items • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. may result in damage to the vehicle. •...
Page 321 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 319 500 hours, whichever comes first, except for the Chassis NOTE: Cab models that are using B20 biodiesel, which are 12,500 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals miles or 400 hours, whichever comes first. Failure to exceed 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or six months or 500 change the engine oil per the maintenance schedule can Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 322 320 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform Service Indicator — Cummins® Diesel Required Maintenance Intervals Your vehicle will require emissions maintenance at a set Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following interval. To help remind you when this maintenance is pages for the required maintenance intervals. due, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display “Perform Service”.
Page 323 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 321 7,500 Miles (12,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 324 322 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 325 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 323 22,500 Miles (36,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace if necessary. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 326 324 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 327 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 325 37,500 Miles (60,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 328 326 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 45,000 Miles (72,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 329 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 327 52,500 Miles (84,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 330 328 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 331 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 329 67,500 Miles (108,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 332 330 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 75,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 333 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 331 82,500 Miles (132,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 334 332 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 90,000 Miles (144,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 335 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 333 97,500 Miles (157,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ❏...
Page 336 334 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 105,000 Miles (168,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 337 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 335 112,500 Miles (180,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 338 336 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 120,000 Miles (192,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 339 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 337 127,500 Miles (204,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 340 338 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 135,000 Miles (216,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 341 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 339 142,500 Miles (228,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 342 340 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 150,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 343 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 341 Inspection and service should also be performed anytime WARNING! a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- • You can be badly injured working on or around a ceipts. motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you * This maintenance is not required if belt was previously have the knowledge and the right equipment.
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Page 346 344 INDEX - RAM 1500 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .110 Warning Light ......17 Adding Fuel.
Page 347 INDEX - RAM 1500 345 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..109 , 117 Oil ......95 , 117 Oil Filler Cap .
Page 348 346 INDEX - RAM 1500 Filter ....... .99 Intervention Regeneration Strategy ... . .104 Requirements .
Page 349 INDEX - RAM 1500 347 Maintenance Schedule ..... .122 Schedule, Maintenance .....122 Seat Belts New Vehicle Break-In Period .
Page 350 348 INDEX - RAM 1500 Guide ....... .70 Transmission Weight .......70 Fluid .
Page 351 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 349 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .296 Battery ....... . .293 Blanket .
Page 352 350 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Coolant Capacity ..... . .311 Electronic Range Select (ERS) ....217 Coolant Level .
Page 353 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 351 Filters Specifications ......230 Engine Fuel ......282 Tank Capacity .
Page 354 352 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Intervention Regeneration Strategy ... . .289 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..146 Jump Starting ......266 Maintenance Procedures .
Page 355 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 353 Disposal ......280 Remote Starting System .
Page 356 354 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . .279 Trailer Towing Guide..... . .246 Trailer Weight .
Page 357 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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