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Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Driving and Alcohol
Vehicles Sold in Canada
Introduction
Table of Contents
Introduction
How to Use this Manual
Warnings and Cautions
Van Conversions/Campers
Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
A Word about Your Keys
Ignition Key Removal
Locking Doors with a Key
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
Steering Wheel Lock - if Equipped
To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
Sentry Key
Replacement Keys
Customer Key Programming
General Information
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
Rearming of the System
To Set the Alarm
To Disarm the System
Illuminated Entry System - if Equipped
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
To Unlock the Doors
To Lock the Doors
Using the Panic Alarm
Programming Additional RKE Transmitters
General Information
RKE Transmitter Battery Service
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
How to Use Remote Start
Door Locks
Manual Door Locks
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
Child Protection Door Lock
Windows
Power Windows-If Equipped
Wind Buffeting
Occupant Restraints
Lap/Shoulder Belts
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - if Equipped
Center Lap Belts
Seat Belt Pretensioners - if Equipped
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
Seat Belt Extender
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
Child Restraints
Engine Break-In Recommendations
Safety Tips
Transporting Passengers
Exhaust Gas
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
Outside Mirrors
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
Uconnect Phone - if Equipped
Operation
Phone Call Features
Uconnect Phone Features
Advanced Phone Connectivity
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect Phone
General Information
Voice Recognition (VR) System - if Equipped
Voice Recognition (VR) System Operation
Commands
Voice Training
Seats
Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
Reclining Seats (Quad Cab Models)
Reclining Seats (2500/3500 Models)
Adjustable Head Restraints
Manual Lumbar Support - if Equipped
Power Seats - if Equipped
Rear Seat Features
Heated Seats - if Equipped
To Open and Close the Hood
Lights
Interior Lights
Battery Saver
Headlight Delay
Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)
Lights-On Reminder
Fog Lights - if Equipped
Cargo Light - if Equipped
Multifunction Lever
Windshield Wipers and Washers
Intermittent Wiper System
Windshield Washers
Tilt Steering Column
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
Adjustment
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
To Activate
To Set a Desired Speed
To Deactivate
To Resume Speed
To Vary the Speed Setting
To Accelerate for Passing
144 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
Overhead Console - if Equipped
Courtesy/Reading Lights
Overhead Console with Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer - if Equipped
US/M Button
Reset Button
Global Reset
Step Button
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
Distance to Empty (DTE)
Trip Odometer (ODO)
Elapsed Time (ET)
C/T Button
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle 151
Automatic Compass Calibration
Manual Compass Calibration
Recalibrating the Compass
Outside Temperature
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
Programming Homelink
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
Using Homelink
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
Security
Troubleshooting Tips
General Information
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
Open Sunroof - Express Mode
Closing Sunroof - Express
Pinch Protect Feature
Pinch Protect Override
Venting Sunroof - Express
Sunshade Operation
Wind Buffeting
Sunroof Maintenance
Sunroof Fully Closed
Electrical Power Outlets
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver
Cupholders
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
Transmission
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats)
Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab ) - if Equipped
Storage
Center Storage Compartment (40-20-40 Seat)
If Equipped
Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) - if Equipped
Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models)
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers - if Equipped
172 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
Rear Window Features
Rear Window Defroster and Heated Outside Mirrors - if Equipped
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
Pickup Box
Easy-Off Tailgate
Slide-In Campers
Camper Applications
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Features
Ram Truck
Power Wagon
Instrument Cluster - Base
Instrument Cluster - Premium
Instrument Cluster Description
Understanding Your Instrument Panel 181
Electronic Digital Clock
Clock Setting Procedure
Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Uconnect Studios
Radio), Uconnect Phone, and Video
Entertainment Systems (VES)™ Capabilities
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
Operation Instructions
Audio Play)
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
Audio Play)
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
Operation Instructions
(Satellite Radio) and Uconnect Phone
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
Operating Instructions - CD Mode
Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
Operating Instructions - Uconnect Phone - if Equipped
Operating Instructions - Uconnect Studios (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
Sales Code REC - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Uconnect Gps (Navigation)
Operating Instructions - Uconnect Studios (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
REC Setting the Clock
Uconnect Studios (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
System Activation
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
Selecting Uconnect Studios (Satellite) Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Radios
Selecting a Channel
Storing and Selecting Preset Channels
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button - if Equipped
PTY Button Scan
PTY Button Seek
Satellite Antenna
Reception Quality
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
Radio Operation
CD Player
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ - if Equipped
CD/DVD Maintenance
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
Climate Controls
Heater Only - if Equipped
Air Conditioning and Heating - if Equipped
Air Conditioning with Dual Zone Temperature Control - if Equipped
Operating Tips
Operating Tips Chart
Starting and Operating
Starting Procedures
Normal Starting
Automatic Transmission
If Engine Fails to Start
After Starting
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission with Overdrive
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Five Position Switch) - if Equipped
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Four Position Switch) - if Equipped
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
Axle Locker System - Power Wagon Only
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)
Hill Climbing
Driving through Water
Airing down for Off-Road Driving
Vehicle Recovery
After Driving Off-Road
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped
Driving through Water
Flowing/Rising Water
Shallow Standing Water
Driving Off-Road - Ram Truck Only
Winch Usage - if Equipped (Power Wagon Only)
Things to Know before Using Your Winch
Understanding the Features of Your Winch
Winch Accessories
Operating Your Winch
Rigging Techniques
Power Steering
Power Steering Fluid Check
Parking Brake
Brake System
3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
Electronic Brake Control System - if Equipped
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Brake Assist System (BAS)
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
TSC (Trailer Sway Control)
Tire Safety Information
Tire Markings
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
Tires - General Information
Tire Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressures
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
Radial Ply Tires
Tire Spinning
Tread Wear Indicators
Life of Tire
Replacement Tires
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
Tire Chains
Snow Tires
Tire Rotation Recommendations
Dual Rear Wheels
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) - if Equipped
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description - if Equipped
Tire Pressure Monitor System Components
General Information
Fuel Requirements
Reformulated Gasoline
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
MMT in Gasoline
Materials Added to Fuel
Fuel System Cautions
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
Adding Fuel
Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message
Vehicle Loading
Certification Label
Trailer Towing
Common Towing Definitions
Trailer Hitch Classification
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer and Tongue Weight
390 Starting and Operating
Towing Requirements
Towing Tips
Snowplow
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
Equipment Identification Plate
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Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
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Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
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Understanding Your Instrument Panel
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Starting and Operating
249
What to Do in Emergencies
407
Maintaining Your Vehicle
427
If You Need Consumer Assistance
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