Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Van Conversions/Campers ....7 A Message From DaimlerChrysler Corporation .
Page 4: Introduction
DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Cummins welcome the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is you as a new Dodge Ram Cummins Turbo Diesel- supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and powered truck owner.
Page 5: How To Use This Manual
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a you take full advantage of the features of this engine. complete listing of all subjects. Thank you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with Consult the following table for a description of the Cummins Turbo Diesel power.
Page 6 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 7: Van Conversions/Campers
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- This manual contains WARNINGS against operating stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should procedures which could result in an accident or bodily also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions injury.
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
8 INTRODUCTION NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- WARNING! mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
Page 9: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ......18 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped ..20 Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped ..33 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped ..21 Sliding Rear Window –...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Lock Your Vehicle ..... .76 Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags ...47 Exhaust Gas .
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key Automatic Transmission — If Equipped code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Place the shift lever in PARK.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is in the ignition cylinder.
Page 14: Locking Doors With The Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission — If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide antitheft protection for your vehicle.
Page 15: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 SENTRY KEY turn on for three (3) seconds for a bulb check. If the light The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or CAUTION! any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key-related (transpon- Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle and der) fault unless the additional part is physically held lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” If you have two valid sentry keys, you can program new position and remove the second key. sentry keys to the system by performing the following 4.
Page 18: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED have all remaining keys erased from the systems Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering memory.
Page 19: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage Rearming of the System: the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to The security system will rearm itself after the 15 addi- disengage it.
Page 20: To Disarm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your during vehicle operation, have the system checked by vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the your dealer.
Page 21: Remote Keyless Entry - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the radio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme the vehicle to activate the system. downward position).
Page 22: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To lock the doors: following procedure: Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors are 1.
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 1. Perform this operation while standing outside the Unlock,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Pro- vehicle. grammable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle In- formation Center (EVIC)” in Section 3 of this manual 2. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed for details.
Page 24: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. This device must accept any interference that may be Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press received including interference that may cause undesired and release the PANIC button on the transmitter once.
Page 25: Transmitter Battery Service
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Transmitter Battery Service NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, remove the small screw, and separate the two halves of the transmit- ter.
Page 26: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks — If Equipped • For personal security and safety in the event of an Front and Rear doors may be locked, by moving the lock accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as plunger up or down.
Page 27: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Power Door Locks — If Equipped locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- A power door lock switch is on each front door trim tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key panel.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, performing 7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. the following procedure: 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled 1.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, performing 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch the following procedure: in the UNLOCK direction. 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 6.
Page 30: Child Protection Door Lock
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever UP Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in the to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child- rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child- protection locks.
Page 31: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WINDOWS WARNING! Power Windows – If Equipped Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged.
Page 32 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and on the rear doors of Quad Cab and Mega Cab Window Lockout Switch (4 Door Models Only) models. The windows will operate only when the igni- The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows tion switch is turned to the ON or ACC (Accessory) you to disable the window control on the other doors.
Page 33: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window.
Page 34: Occupant Restraints
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled airbags for both the driver and front passenger and, if so up.
Page 35: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat adjust the seat. belts are designed to go around the large bones of 2.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Latch Plate To Buckle 1 — Latch Plate 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not on the shoulder belt.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to •...
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Standard Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Standard Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the storage areas behind the front seats. The black latch plate can be detached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located on the inboard side of the passenger seat.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 42: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Press the button located on the upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best.
Page 43: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. you’ll prefer a higher position.
Page 44: Center Lap Belts
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Center Lap Belts Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped The center seating position for the Quad Cab front seat The seat belts for both front seating positions are has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
Page 45: Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is or START position.
Page 46: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be reacti- Seat Belt Extender vated by repeating this procedure. If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This NOTE: Although the Enhanced Warning System extender should be used only if the existing belt is not...
Page 47: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)-Airbags
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat WARNING! hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags. • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Here are some simple steps you can follow to minimize 3. Children that are not big enough to properly wear the the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. vehicle seat belt (see section on Child Restraints) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 1.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. If your vehicle has window bags, do not lean against WARNING! the door or window, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners (If Air Bag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: Equipped) • Occupant Restraint Controller • Driver Seat Track Position Sensor (If Equipped) •...
Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic WARNING! parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru- items listed above except the steering wheel and ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to column, and knee bolsters.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are switch (2500/3500 Standard Cab Vehicles Only). See Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch – (2500/3500 Stan- located in the center of the steering wheel and the right dard Cab Vehicles Only) in this section for additional side of the instrument panel.
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to • The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC the driver and the front passenger, and position every- (with side impact option) detects a collision requiring one for the best interaction with the front airbag.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The passenger front airbag is to be turned off only if the WARNING! passenger: • is an infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/ shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck, front seat because there is no rear seat, because the rear or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) or...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Turn On the Passenger Airbag (2500/3500 Standard If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: Cab Vehicles Only) • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch, push the key in and turn counterclockwise, and sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles Maintaining Your Airbag System settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- WARNING! turer’s instructions for cleaning. • Modifications to any part of the airbag system •...
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The airbag light does not come on or flickers during NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on.
Page 59: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Event Data Recorder (EDR) used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to more about the possible causes of crashes and associated record up to 5-seconds of specific vehicle data parameters injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor- (see the following list) in an event data recorder prior to...
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- for electronically-controlled safety systems, including ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive the airbag system nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve- •...
Page 61: Child Restraint
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Traction/stability control status WARNING! • Tire pressure monitoring system status (if equipped) In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, Child Restraint can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the required to hold even an infant on your lap can time —...
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Small Children weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than There are different sizes and types of restraints for infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing children from newborn size to the child almost large by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- WARNING! ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child •...
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide restraint: the latch plate into the buckle.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, Each vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- try a different seating position.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For children riding in the front seat of a Stan- dard Cab model refer to the “Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch” located in this section. Standard Cab Passenger Seat Quad Cab Rear Outboard Seats...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt.
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to Installing the Child Restraint System install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts WARNING! not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the WARNING! manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with Improper installation of a child restraint to the separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the...
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to WARNING! the square opening in the sheet metal. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to 3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the seat failure and injury to the child.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence - 4. Route each tether strap to the anchor behind the center (Quad Cab Rear Seats) seat, and attach the hooks to the metal ring. 1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and 5.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Multiple Child Restraints...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Tether Anchorage Points at All Three Seating Positions (Mega Cab) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat.
Page 74: New Engine Break-In
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large for Booster Seats NEW ENGINE BREAK-IN Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend require a break-in period due to its construction.
Page 75: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Check the coolant and oil levels frequently. SAFETY TIPS • Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry- Transporting Passengers ing or towing significant weight. This vehicle is designed to carry passengers in the cab only.
Page 76: Lock Your Vehicle
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Lock Your Vehicle Always remove the keys from the ignition and lock all engine running for more than a short period, adjust doors when leaving the vehicle unattended, even in your your climate control system to force outside air into own driveway or garage.
Page 77: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if Vehicle they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.) or if the front airbags have deployed. If there is any Heater Defroster Ducts question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation.
Page 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn Vehicle signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument Tires panel. Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in Door Latches the tread.
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors .......84 Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If Equipped .
Page 80 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seats ....... . 116 Headlamp Delay .
Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ..140 Compass/Temperature Button ... . 151 Adjustment ......140 Garage Door Opener —...
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Override ....162 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual Transmission ......168 Venting Sunroof - Express .
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Rear Window Features ....174 Pickup Box ......179 Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Slide-In Campers .
Page 84: Mirrors
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle).
Page 85: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Automatic Dimming Mirror – If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 86: Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electronic Power Mirrors – If Equipped WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side convex mirror could cause you to collide with an- other vehicle or other object.
Page 87: Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors – If Equipped The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors are activated by pressing the heated grid button, located on the Climate Control panel, with the ignition On.
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Fold the 7 x 10 inch trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. Trailer Towing Position Blindspot Mirror...
Page 89: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - If Equipped
• www.chrysler.com/uconnect UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle • www.dodge.com/uconnect communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial • www.jeep.com/uconnect a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., Call” “Mike” ”Work or Dial”...
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect™ phone book enables you to store up to Phone Button 32 names and four numbers per name. Each language has The rearview mirror contains the microphone a separate 32-name phone book accessible only in that for the system (depending on the type of language.
Page 91: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for Profile) you may not be able to use any UConnect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the the beep, which follows the Ready prompt or another phone manufacturer for details.
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Tree Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone Refer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section. To begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer-...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 You can enter any four-digit pin number. You will not make a call. You can select to use a lower priority need to remember this pin number after the initial cellular phone at any time (refer to Advanced Phone pairing process.
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect™ system will confirm the phone num- • The UConnect™ system will confirm the name and ber and then dial. The number will appear in the then dial the corresponding phone number, which display of certain radios.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Phonebook Download Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow UConnect™ allows the user to download entries from you to store multiple numbers for each phone book their phone via Bluetooth.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the the UConnect™ and then send the address book entry via Bluetooth. Please see your phone owners’ manual phone book entry that you are editing. for specific instructions on how to drop the Bluetooth After you are finished editing an entry in the phone book, connection.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Delete All Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook Phonebook Delete. • Press the “Phone” button to begin. • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will •...
Page 98: Phone Call Features
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the accessed through the UConnect™ system. Check with phone book entries. your cellular service provider for the features that you have. • To call one of the names in the list, press the Voice Recognition’...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 NOTE: The UConnect™ system compatible phones in To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call “Phone” button until you hear a single beep. when another call is in progress.
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three-Way Calling Redial To initiate three-way calling, press the “Voice Recogni- • Press the “Phone” button to begin. tion” button while a call is in progress and make a second • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say phone call as described under Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress.
Page 101: Uconnect™ System Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Press the “Phone” button to begin. until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of the • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say call to the mobile phone.
Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance The UConnect™ system does slightly lower your chances If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell reachable: phone directly.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” cover- You can use your UConnect™ system to access a voice- age details in the Warranty information booklet and on mail system or an automated service, such as, paging the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can also send stored UConnect™ phonebook entries Barge In - Overriding Prompts as tones for fast and easy access to voicemail and pager The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you entries.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial If available on the radio and/or on a premium display ring to the UConnect™ system to play it on the vehicle audio such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by system, so you will not hear it.
Page 106: Advanced Phone Connectivity
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Cellular Phone Names Advanced Phone Connectivity • Press the “Phone” button to begin. Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect™...
Page 107: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Select another Cellular Phone Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the “Phone” button to begin. phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must •...
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- system will adapt to the last trained voice only. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UCon- To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default nect™...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • low-to-medium blower setting, • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect™ phone book. • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • UConnect™ phone book nametag recognition rate is • low road noise, optimized for the person who stored the name in the •...
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering Far End Audio Performance the in-vehicle audio volume. • Audio quality is maximized under: • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be •...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111...
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Page 114 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts. three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 116: General Information
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, following conditions: inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 117: 40-20-40 Front Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 40-20-40 Front Seat Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forward or rearward and is equipped with a back recliner. The manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is found at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull up on the handle and slide the seat to get the most comfortable position.
Page 118: Reclining Seats
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Seats WARNING! The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in a and adjust for comfort.
Page 119: Adjustable Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of neck injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical, at least to the level of the ears.
Page 120: Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Power Seats — If Equipped Equipped CAUTION! Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the driver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’s Don’t put anything under a power seat.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 control seat height. Change the seat angle by using the two toggle switches, tilting it up or down. Up, Down, Forward, and Rearward The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the front seat cushions.
Page 122: Rear Seat Features - Mega Cab Models
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) — Mega Cab Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models Models Reclining Rear Seats — Mega Cab Models Both the left and right rear seat backs can be folded down The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Table Mode Handle Table Mode...
Page 124 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) — Mega Cab Models Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (Kneel Mode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the rear seat backs provide 2 D-rings and each of the rear storage bin lids provide 2 slotted cutouts.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 WARNING! WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, Cargo must be securely tied down before driving inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people your vehicle. Improperly secured cargo can fly riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the ously injured or killed.
Page 126 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To fold either rear seat flat (Kneel Mode), lift the handle and fold the seat forward. Simply lift the seat back to return the seat to the upright position. Verify that it is locked in place.
Page 127: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 128 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Each heated seat switch has two settings (HI and LOW). WARNING! Press the switch once to obtain High heat level, then press the switch again to obtain Low heat level. Pressing Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin the switch a third time will turn the heated seats OFF.
Page 129: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD released you must reach into the opening beneath the center of the grille and push up the latch to release the safety catch before raising the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 130: Lights
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving. Headlight Switch Location...
Page 131: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Interior Lights open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This is also known as the Party mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehi- cle’s battery.
Page 132: Battery Saver
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Headlamp Delay To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, Load Shed- To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a ding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. headlamp delay that will leave the headlamps on for 90 seconds.
Page 133: Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.
Page 134: Lights-On Reminder
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-on Reminder Cargo Light — If Equipped If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on, after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights —...
Page 135: Multifunction Control Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or left-hand turn. The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes to indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 136 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or...
Page 137: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for Windshield Wipers use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range.
Page 138: Windshield Washers
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE desired. If the washer knob is depressed while in the WARNING! delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released. It will then resume the Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield intermittent interval previously selected.
Page 139: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is desired.
Page 140: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. 2.
Page 141: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim- ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.
Page 142: To Activate
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate WARNING! Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. An indi- cator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is system is on. dangerous.
Page 143: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 To Vary The Speed Setting To Accelerate For Passing When the speed control is on, speed can be increased by Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pressing and holding the ACCEL button. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 144: Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - Diesel Only
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles equipped with a 4–speed automatic transmis- OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC sion may exhibit several 4-3 downshifts under the above VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — conditions. To reduce the frequency of the downshifts DIESEL ONLY and to improve vehicle performance, it is advisable to The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, and...
Page 145: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: The dome/reading lights will remain on until Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have Equipped been turned off before leaving the vehicle. Overhead Console with EVIC Dome/Reading Lights Pressing the menu button will change the...
Page 146 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trip Functions the reset. (Example: If your Electronic Vehicle Informa- Pressing the STEP button allows you to scroll through tion Center (EVIC) displays 18 AVG. MPG and the one of the following Trip Function features: RESET button is pressed, the previous averaging his- tory will be erased and the display will return to the 18 •...
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • LEFT/RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR (one or more, with change to a text display of LOW FUEL. This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a single chime if speed is above 1 mph) a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off •...
Page 148 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the reset.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • “AUTO DOOR LOCKS > YES” – When ON is selected, Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 150 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR selected. To make your selection, press and release the 1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first RESET button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. press of the remote keyless entry unlock button.
Page 151: Compass/Temperature Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • “ILLUMINATED APRCH > OFF” – When this feature • “COMPASS VARIANCE > 8” – Press the RESET is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on button to change the compass variance setting. Refer for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with to Compass Variance, in this section for additional the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the STEP button until “Calibrate This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the Compass YES” is displayed. need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL”...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings.
Page 154: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. WARNING! 2. Press the menu button until Personal Settings is Your motorized door or gate will open and close displayed. while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do 3.
Page 155: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 to HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate WARNING! transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while while training.
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the EVIC display states “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat Step NOTE: After training a HomeLink channel, if the 3. If the signal is too weak, replace the battery in the garage door does not operate with HomeLink and the original hand-held transmitter.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink button twice (holding the button for 2 sec- onds each time).
Page 158: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- EVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of ING”...
Page 159: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To re-program a channel that has been previously the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. trained, follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 160: General Information
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 161: Open Sunroof - Express Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Open Sunroof - Express Mode WARNING! Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature, causing the sunroof to open • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving automatically. During the Express Open operation, any children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a movement of the switch will stop the sunroof and it will number of reasons.
Page 162: Pinch Protect Feature
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Venting Sunroof - Express This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of Press and release the V button, and the sunroof will the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- open to the vent position.
Page 163: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows There is an additional Power Outlet inside the center together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs console of vehicles equipped with 40/20/40, or Bucket with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to front seats.
Page 164: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER CAUTION! The removable ash receiver is located in the instrument Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off panel cup holder tray. • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw The cigar lighter is located on the instrument panel, power from the vehicle’s battery, even when above and to the left of the ash receiver.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Ash Tray Automatic Transmission Ash Tray Manual Transmission...
Page 166: Cupholders
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. Each opening in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes.
Page 167: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) — Automatic Transmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there are three cup holders located on the front of the center console. Cup Holders Automatic Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat...
Page 168: Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab Mega Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders Transmission located in the center armrest. Cup Holders Manual Transmission Mega Cab Rear Armrest Cup Holder Rear Cupholder —...
Page 169: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 STORAGE removable coin holder (if equipped), and two dividers to configure the storage area into compartments. For ex- Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — ample, compartments can be configured to hold a lap-top If Equipped computer, a cellular telephone, CD’s and miscellaneous items.
Page 170: Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)- If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)— If CAUTION! Equipped • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 storage area into separate compartments. Lift the lower CAUTION! handle on the front of the armrest, and raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin. On Quad Cab and • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw Mega Cab models the rear of the floor console offers a power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in power outlet, a tip out bin and a rear air duct (Mega Cab...
Page 172: Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models) Located in the center of the front 40/20/40 seat cushion there is a storage compartment. Standard cab models also have storage behind the seat. The Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seat.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 To gain access to the Mega Cab rear storage, fold the rear The rear storage compartment can be divided into three seats to the “kneel position”. (See page 124 for more separate compartments by using the divider doors inside information.) the storage compartment.
Page 174: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models)
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab REAR WINDOW FEATURES Models) Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag view Mirrors — If Equipped handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated the rear seat.
Page 175: Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped The power sliding rear window switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. Press the right side of the switch to open the glass and the left side of the switch to close the glass.
Page 176: Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! Quad Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat, may be equipped with a folding load floor. Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored on the load floor.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Unfolding the Load Floor 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position. 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. Load Floor In Open Position Unfolding The Load Floor 3.
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor. 3.
Page 179: Pickup Box
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 PICKUP BOX NOTE: If you are installing a toolbox to the front of the pickup box, you must use Mopar toolbox brackets available from your dealer. You can carry wide building materials (sheets of ply- wood, etc.) by building a raised load floor.
Page 180: Slide-In Campers
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side WARNING! bulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheel housings. Place wooden boards across the box from side • Care should always be exercised when operating a to side to create separate load compartments in the vehicle with unrestrained cargo.
Page 181: Easy-Off Tailgate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 NOTE: When a cap or pickup camper is installed on a NOTE: Dual rear wheel pickup models require properly vehicle, an alternate CHMSL (Center High Mounted Stop spaced rear clearance lights. If such a vehicle is operated Light) must be provided.
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks. Tailgate Support Strap Attachment...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....187 Electrical Disturbances ....201 Instrument Cluster .
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 221 If Equipped ......209 Sales Code RAK –...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Noise Reduction ..... . 230 Audio Clock Display ....241 Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) —...
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PTY Button Seek ..... 245 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..249 Satellite Antenna .
Page 187: Instruments And Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Passenger Airbag* 11 — TPMS Placard “HI” (Max) Load 16 — Transfer Case Control Switch* Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Glove Box 12 — Power Sliding Back Glass 17 —...
Page 188: Instrument Cluster
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster – 6.7L Diesel Engine...
Page 189: Instrument Cluster Description
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION the pointer moves to either extreme left or right and remains there during normal driving, the electrical sys- 1. Check Gages tem should be serviced. This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of gages indicate a reading either too high or too low.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Turn Signal Indicators 6. High Beam Indicator Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn This indicator shows that headlights are on high signals are operating. beam. 4. Tachometer 7. Seat Belt Reminder Light The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this minute.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 9. Oil Pressure Gauge 12. OD/OFF – IF EQUIPPED The pointer should always indicate some oil pres- If equipped, the OD/OFF button is located at the end of sure when the engine is running. A continuous the gear shift lever.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash at a slower rate after the alarm is set. The security CAUTION! light will also come on for about two seconds when the ignition is first turned ON. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the en- gine running as you would not be able to react to the 15.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 If the odometer reading is changed during repair or NOTE: Most warnings will display in the EVIC (Elec- replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading tronic Vehicle Information Center). before and after the service so that the correct mileage can NOTE: There is also an engine hour function.
Page 194: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 183
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Malfunction Indicator Light CAUTION! This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the emissions and engine control Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause system. If the vehicle is ready for emissions damage to the engine control system.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 If the light remains on when the parking brake is that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is not released, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system functioning and that service is required. See your autho- malfunction.
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine 24. Water In Fuel Indicator stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will Indicates there is water detected in the fuel come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain filter.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or operating properly.
Page 198 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque CAUTION! converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g. snow plowing, off- road operation). If this light The TPMS has been optimized for the original comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or equipment tires and wheels.
Page 199: Electronic Digital Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 28. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models trip odometer display. Holding the button in resets the •...
Page 200: Clock Setting Procedure
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL On the RAQ radio the time button alternates the location RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION of the time and frequency on the display. On the REF only Radio Broadcast Signals one of the two, time or frequency is displayed at a time. Your new radio will provide excellent reception under Clock Setting Procedure most operating conditions.
Page 201: Electrical Disturbances
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Electrical Disturbances FM Reception Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia- transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, interfere very little with the frequency variations that which is the major feature of FM radio.
Page 202: Sales Code Ref - Am/Fm/Cd (Single Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of your radio faceplate.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Mode Button (Radio Mode) NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the MUTE button mutes the microphone. CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SCAN Button (Radio Mode) SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next...
Page 204 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary control clockwise to increase or 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. counter-clockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/ AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Audio control.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to the station will continue to play but will not be stored adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 206: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio Operation Instructions - CD Mode OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Player.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 SCAN Button (CD Mode) RW/FF (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. will begin to fast forward until FF is released.
Page 208: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the NOTE: The radio will return to the last stored mode if tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward the ignition switch is turned from the OFF/LOCK posi- feature.
Page 209: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 209
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Mode Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Refer to the “HANDS FREE PHONE (UConnect™)”...
Page 210: Sales Code Raq - Am/Fm/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (Ves) Capabilities
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT position to operate the radio. SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Mode Button (Radio Mode) will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the Press the mode button repeatedly to select between the radio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will also CD player, Satellite Radio, or Vehicle Entertainment return the sound from the speakers System (VES) (if equipped).
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Time Button RW/FF (Radio Mode) Press the time button and the time of day will be Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tuner displayed for 5 seconds. to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE turning the TUNE rotary knob within 5 seconds will will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to allow the program format type to be selected. Many radio increase or decrease the Treble tones.
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is Jazz Jazz displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency News News station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY Nostalgia Nostalgia function only operates when in the FM mode.
Page 215: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 You may add a second station to each push-button by Operation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Play) the SET/DIR button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC display window.
Page 216 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) CAUTION! Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs return to the beginning of the current selection, or return only.
Page 217: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc Play) is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. LOAD/ EJECT - Load Press and hold the LOAD/ EJT button for 5 seconds and Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- all CDs will be ejected from the radio.
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Press this button to change the display from a large CD MODE for CD Audio Play) playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
Page 219: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders: 100 file recording media and formats are limited. When • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions.
Page 220 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 221: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Mp3 Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Play) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next time to start playing the MP3 files.
Page 222 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LOAD / EJECT - Eject MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc. button with the corresponding number where The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: the CD was loaded and the disc will unload Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail-...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Switches back to Radio mode. Equipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner’s RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Manual.
Page 224: Sales Code Rak - Am/Fm/Cassette/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, Mp3, And Wma Capabilities
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RAK – AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD Operating Instructions - Radio Mode (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and position to operate the radio. WMA CAPABILITIES Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Clock Setting Procedure Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode. Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left 2.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (Radio Mode) Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tuner will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to to search for the next frequency in the direction of the increase or decrease the Treble tones.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to Country Country be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broad- Oldies Oldies cast PTY information. Soft Soft Turn the tune knob to select the following format types: Nostalgia Nostalgia 16 Digit-Character...
Page 228: Operating Instructions - Tape Player
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is Operating Instructions — Tape Player displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the station with the same selected PTY name.
Page 229: Fast Forward (Ff)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Fast Forward (FF) Scan Button Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection. in the direction that it is playing. The tape will advance Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature.
Page 230: Noise Reduction
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL compact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP3 tracks Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever the and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks tape player is on, but may be switched off. and WMA.
Page 231: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is selection on the CD.
Page 232 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD INSERT DISC” for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, the radio MODE for CD Audio Play) will go to the previous tuner mode. Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
Page 233: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Buttons 1 - 6 (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Selects disc positions 1 - 6 for Play/Load/Eject. • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 Notes On Playing MP3 Files •...
Page 234 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 235: Operation Instructions - (Cd Mode For Mp3 And Wma Audio Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Playback of MP3 and WMA Files Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 and When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the WMA Audio Play) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Play) contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next...
Page 236 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio display will show LOADING DISC when the INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) disc is loading. Press and INFO button while playing MP3 or WMA disc. The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: LOAD/EJT - Eject Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- Press the LOAD/EJT button and the push-...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Switches back to Radio mode. Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Phone” in Section 3 of the Owner’s RND/PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Manual.
Page 238: Sales Code Rec - Am/Fm/Cd (6-Disc) Radio With Navigation System
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO tions and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM changer with MP3 capability. Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys- 2. To show the GPS clock, select “Displayed Clock: GPS tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone Clock” and press ENTER. and daylight savings information is set. 3.
Page 240 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. To decrease the clock by one hour, use the Select Encoder to highlight the “-” sign. Press ENTER. Press ENTER again to decrease the clock by another hour. 4. To increase the clock by minutes, make sure “MIN +” is highlighted and press ENTER.
Page 241: Audio Clock Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Audio Clock Display 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press TIME again. Select this option to change the size of the clock on the audio screens. 1. When you are at an audio screen, quickly press the TIME button on the navigation faceplate.
Page 242: Video Entertainment System (Sales Code Xrv) - If Equipped
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE System Activation Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you XRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) con- may begin listening immediately to the one year of sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) SIRIUS audio service that is included with the factory- screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head-...
Page 243: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification ESN/SID Access with RAQ and RAK Radios Number (ESN/SID) With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Page 244: Selecting Satellite Mode In Ref, Raq, And Rak Radios
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE knob to search for Radios the next channel. Press the top of the button to search up Selecting Satellite Mode —...
Page 245: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels NOTE: Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button, while In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you performing a music type scan, will change the channel by may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button one and stop the search.
Page 246: Reception Quality
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception. •...
Page 247: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it button in the center. The function of the left hand control is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection. is different depending on which mode you are in.
Page 248: Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition, shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape take the following precautions: deposits each time a cassette is played.
Page 249: Compact Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep the compact discs in good condition, take the lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft following precautions: protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service.
Page 250: Climate Controls
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Heater Only — If Equipped The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Manual Heating Controls The mode control (at the right of the control panel) can be set in any of the...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system Bi-Level allows you to operate at intermediate positions between Outside air flows through the outlets located in the the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- instrument panel and at the floor. tified by the small dots.
Page 252: Air Conditioning And Heating
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Air Conditioning and Heating — If Equipped The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower control. Turn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 outlets selected by the mode control. A light in the NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on. allows you to operate at intermediate positions between Press the button a second time to turn the air condition- the major modes.
Page 254 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Outside air flows through the outlets located in the both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if instrument panel and at the floor. the A/C button has not been pressed.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Temperature Control Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the The rotary knob at the center of the window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the control panel controls the temperature glass. They are located in the extreme outside upper of the interior air.
Page 256: Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature Control - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Conditioning and Heating Operation Air Conditioning with Dual Zone Temperature To turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fan control at any Control — If Equipped With the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, each speed and press the snowflake button located on the front seat occupant can independently control the tem- control panel.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Recirculation Pushbutton the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- Pushing the Recirculation button al- tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both lows interior air to recirculate continu- modes. ously in any position except defrost Panel and defrost/floor mode for rapid cool Outside air flows through the outlets located in the...
Page 258 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Outside air flows in equal proportions through the The rotary knob on the left of the floor and defroster outlets. control panel is the blower control. Turn the knob clockwise to one of the Defrost four positions to obtain the blower Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield...
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Dual Zone Temperature Control Circulation The cab is designed with features to promote outside air circulation. There are grilles in the cab back panel. These are air exhausters that provide the means for regular exchange of cab air. Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the glass.
Page 260: Operating Tips
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Air Duct—Mega Cab Only Operating Tips Fast Cooldown For a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob to the extreme right position, turn the mode control to the panel fresh position, press the snowflake button to turn on the air conditioning, and drive with the windows open for the first few minutes.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Window Fogging Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette temperatures when it’s rainy or humid.
Page 262 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, addi- automatic recirculation system. When the system senses tional engine cooling may be required. If this situation is a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial encountered, operate the transmission in a lower gear to Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort.
Page 263: Operating Tips Chart
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures – Diesel Engines ..269 Cold Weather Precautions ....276 Manual Transmission – If Equipped ..269 Engine Idling —...
Page 266 266 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Shifting ....285 Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ......303 Automatic Transmission With Overdrive (68RFE) —...
Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire Safety Information ....315 Replacement Tires ..... 330 Tire Markings .
Page 268 268 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements (6.7L Diesel Engines) ..342 Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ..364 Adding Fuel (Diesel Engines) ....344 Snowplow .
Page 269: Starting Procedures - Diesel Engines
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 STARTING PROCEDURES – DIESEL ENGINES WARNING! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may The starter should not be operated for more than 15- cause serious injury or death.
Page 270: Normal Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66°F (19°C)
270 STARTING AND OPERATING The Cummins Diesel engine is equipped with several Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air features designed to assist cold weather starting and Temperature Above 66°F (19°C) operation: Observe the Instrument Panel Cluster lights when start- ing the engine.
Page 271: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 66°F (19°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 5. When the engine starts, release the key. CAUTION! 6. Check to see that there is oil pressure. If WATER IN FUEL indicator light remains on DO 7. Release the parking brake. NOT START engine before you drain water from the fuel filter to avoid engine damage.
Page 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING • After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil Follow the steps in the Normal Starting Procedure ex- cept: pressure. • Allow the engine to idle about three minutes until CAUTION! the manifold heaters have completed the post-heat cycle.
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 For Extremely Cold Weather Starting — Engine NOTE: Excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor- Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (- 18°C) mance will result if manifold heaters are not recycled. In extremely cold weather below 0°F (- 18°C) it may be •...
Page 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 3. Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. 1000 rpm at low coolant temperatures to improve engine 4. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start. warm-up.
Page 275: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Starting Fluids WARNING! WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may STARTING FLUIDS or flammable liquids are cause serious injury or death. NEVER TO BE USED in the Cummins Diesel (see Warning label).
Page 276: Cold Weather Precautions
276 STARTING AND OPERATING • Voltmeter Operation: Cold Weather Precautions Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may • The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation if require special considerations. The following charts sug- certain engine temperatures are below 66°F (19°C). gest these options: This cycling operation is caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold heater system.
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 NOTE: cord to a ground–fault interrupter protected 110–115 volt • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten- Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a sion cord.
Page 278 278 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The block heater will require 110 Volts AC and size of the opening in the winter front. A suitable cold 6.5 Amps to activate the heater element. weather cover is available from your Mopar dealer. Block Heater Usage Battery Blanket Usage A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery...
Page 279: Engine Idling - In Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Engine Warm-Up Engine Idling — In Cold Weather Avoid full throttle operation when the engine is cold. Avoid prolonged idling in ambient temperatures below When starting a cold engine, bring the engine up to 0°F. Long periods of idling may be harmful to your operating speed slowly to allow the oil pressure to engine because combustion chamber temperatures can stabilize as the engine warms up.
Page 280: Stopping The Engine
280 STARTING AND OPERATING speed will slowly increase to 1000 RPM after 2 minutes Stopping The Engine of idle, if the following conditions are met: Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown. After full load operation, idle the engine 3 to 5 minutes •...
Page 281: Engine Speed Control
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Engine Speed Control Idle Time Turbo- Driving (min.) Be- Load charger CAUTION! Condition fore Engine Temperature Shutdown Prevent overspeeding the engine going down hill. Stop and Empty Cool Less than When descending steep grades, use a combination of gears and service brakes to control vehicle/engine Stop and Medium...
Page 282: Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
282 STARTING AND OPERATING • Up Steep Hills — Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation Continual operation at low coolant temperature below select a lower transmission gear, but try and keep the the normal range on the gauge (140°F/60°C) can be torque converter clutch engaged.
Page 283: Diesel Exhaust Brake (Engine Braking) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) – Practically all failures give some warning before the parts IF EQUIPPED fail. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, The exhaust brake feature will only function when the and visual evidence that the engine requires service.
Page 284 284 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Do not use the Exhaust Brake feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control, which may cause an accident possi- bly resulting in personal injury or death.
Page 285: Starting And Operating 285
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Benefits of the exhaust brake are: TRANSMISSION SHIFTING • vehicle driving control Automatic Transmission with Overdrive (68RFE) — If Equipped • reduced brake fade The gear shift selector display, located in the instrument • longer brake life panel cluster, indicates the transmission gear range (the selector is illuminated for night driving).
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING “P” Park WARNING! This gear position supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or this range. Never use Park while the vehicle is in motion. “N”...
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 “N” Neutral NOTE: Use caution when operating a heavily loaded Shift to Neutral when the vehicle is standing for pro- vehicle in 2nd or 1st gear in high ambients as torque longed periods with the engine running. The engine may converter slip can impose significant additional heat load be started in this range.
Page 288 288 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive tronically controlled 5th and 6th (Overdrive). The trans- and will automatically select the most desirable gear for mission will automatically shift from Drive to Overdrive operation at this temperature.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 When To Use “TOW HAUL” delayed. Shifts into 5th and 6th gear are still allowed under steady cruise conditions. Closed throttle down- shifts (for improved engine braking) may occur during steady braking maneuvers. Pressing the switch a second time restores normal operation.
Page 290 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Switching from ERS to D-Mode can be done at any NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum vehicle speed. To switch from “Drive” mode to “ERS” deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the mode, press the switch down (-) once.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 • engine running is not shifting into Overdrive when cold. This is normal. Pressing the “TOW/HAUL” button, when the transmis- • foot off the brake pedal sion is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the • driver’s seat belt is unbuckled transmission is able to shift into and out of overdrive.
Page 292: Manual Transmission
292 STARTING AND OPERATING a payload or towing a trailer. Damage to the clutch can MANUAL TRANSMISSION result from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with a loaded WARNING! vehicle. An unloaded vehicle may be launched in 2nd gear. Use each gear in numerical order – do not skip a You or others could be injured if you leave the gear.
Page 293: Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 To shift into Reverse, come to a complete stop. Depress Mode 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to Accel & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64)
Page 294: Four-Wheel- Drive Operation - If Equipped
FOUR-WHEEL- DRIVE OPERATION — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electroni- one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine cally Shifted transfer case.
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 simply moving the shift lever to the desired positions. Proper operation of 4-wheel-drive vehicles depends on The 4H and 4L positions are intended for loose, slippery tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. road surfaces only.
Page 296 296 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! 4-Wheel-Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to You or others could be injured if you leave the rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the slippery road surfaces only.
Page 297: Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage / disen- Case gage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever. 2H or 4H ⇔...
Page 298: Transfer Case Reminder Light
298 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may oc- Information/Precautions–If Equipped cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 This Electronically Shifted transfer case provides 4 mode positions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive lock range, 4 wheel drive low range, and neutral. The Electronically Shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) for normal street and highway conditions (dry hard surfaced roads).
Page 300 300 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights — 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con- tinue to flash. Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Only Transfer case position indicator lights are located in the 3. The transfer case will not shift. instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection.
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care Always engage the parking brake when powering not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is illu- (40 km/h).
Page 302 302 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOCK WARNING! 4 Wheel Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to You or others could be injured if you leave the rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the slippery road surfaces only.
Page 303: Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted light will continue to flash until all the requirements for Transfer Case the selected position have been met. To retry a shift: return the control knob back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five (5) seconds and try the shift again.
Page 304 304 STARTING AND OPERATING key must be in the ON position with the engine either Preferred Procedure RUNNING or OFF. This shift cannot be completed if the 1. With engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 key is in the accessory position. to 5 km/h).
Page 305: Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPED position. The limited-slip differential provides additional traction on snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly when 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not there is a difference between the traction characteristics flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch of the surface under the right and left rear wheels.
Page 306: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
306 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are WARNING! slushy. On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the 3.
Page 307: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before WARNING! driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water on the vehicle.
Page 308: Driving Off-Road
308 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING OFF-ROAD WARNING! Care should be taken when attempting to climb steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or slope. If natural • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- obstacles force you to travel diagonally up or down a hill, cle’s traction capabilities.
Page 309: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 NOTE: After off-road usage, particularly in sand or PARKING BRAKE mud, inspect the underside of the vehicle for accumu- The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 310 310 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual trans- mission in Reverse or First gear. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.
Page 311: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the Brake Noise curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an During normal operation of the brake system certain uphill grade. noises may be present from time to time. Occasional groan or squeal noises may occur during normal The parking brake should always be applied whenever operation of the brake system which may not be indica-...
Page 312: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System WARNING! WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can Anti-Lock Brake Systems contain sophisticated elec- it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond tronic equipment.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 This Anti-lock Brake System is designed to aid the driver ABS Warning Light in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking The Anti-lock Brake System includes an amber warning conditions. The system operates with a separate com- light, located in the instrument cluster.
Page 314: Power Steering
314 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Continued operation with reduced power steering in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 315: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 • European Metric tire sizing is based on European TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION design standards. Tires designed to this standard have Tire Markings the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter P is absent from this tire size designation.
Page 316 316 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Millimeters (mm)
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Page 318: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
318 STARTING AND OPERATING located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the Tire Identification Number (TIN) TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; on the vehicle.
Page 319: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle...
Page 320 320 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed...
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci-...
Page 322 322 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 323: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 1. Safety— WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and accidents. increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the •...
Page 324: Tire Inflation Pressures
324 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure con- Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear ditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal Information” section of this manual. wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with properly inflated even when they are under inflated.
Page 326: Radial-Ply Tires
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 327: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare.
Page 328: Tire Spinning
328 STARTING AND OPERATING original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your Tire Spinning vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same tire, spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) replace (or repair) the original tire and reinstall on the or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without...
Page 329: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm).
Page 330: Replacement Tires
330 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 331: Alignment And Balance
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than Replacing original tires with tires of a different size that specified for your vehicle. Some combina- may result in false speedometer and odometer tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change readings.
Page 332: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. CAUTION! Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires or chains, observe the avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- NOTE: On 4X4 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) ing link and cable (radial) chains. Ram Trucks, class “U” snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT265/70R17. Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of Ram 4X2 trucks.
Page 334: Snow Tires
334 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Snow tires should be of the same size and type construc- Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at tion as the front tires. Consult the manufacturer of the different loads and perform different steering, driving, snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed and braking functions.
Page 335: Dual Rear Wheels
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Dual Rear Wheels NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your Ram truck is equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be ON/OFF Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.
Page 336: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) - If Equipped
336 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn 3500 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved direc- the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle tion of rotation.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure inflation pressure (parked for more than 3 hours) placard warning threshold for any reason, including low tem- of 35 (241 kPa).
Page 338 338 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent mois- been established for the tire size equipped on your ture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which vehicle.
Page 339: Base System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check the tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain stopping ability.
Page 340 340 STARTING AND OPERATING and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Lamp will extinguish 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or once the updated tire pressures have been received. The wheel housings. vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 4.
Page 341: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min- General Information utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light will This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 342: Engine Runaway
342 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE RUNAWAY FUEL REQUIREMENTS Fuel Requirements (6.7L Diesel Engines) WARNING! Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this In case of engine runaway due to flammable fumes vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 from gasoline spills or turbocharger oil leaks being ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low...
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Fuel Specifications WARNING! The Cummins Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine has been developed to take advantage of the high Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending energy content and generally lower cost No. 2 Ultra Low agent.
Page 344: Adding Fuel (Diesel Engines)
344 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL (DIESEL ENGINES) 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 345: Bulk Fuel Storage
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel CAUTION! Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause severe damage to the engine fuel system. Proper main- Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- tenance of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is essential. tem could result from using an improper fuel tank (See Section 7 for Maintenance Procedures).
Page 346 20 seconds. in the Service Manual or have the vehicle towed to an After 20 seconds, attempt to start the engine again. authorized Dodge dealer. 3. Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. WARNING! 4.
Page 347: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- Payload istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 348 348 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size Loading The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on The actual total weight and the weight of the front and your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined capacity of this tire size.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect NOTE: The weights shown in this chart are not necessarily the weights for your vehicle. Also, the on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way amount of load added to both the front and rear axles the brakes operate.
Page 350: Trailer Towing
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment with your vehicle.
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Frontal Area The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The maximum height and maximum width of the front of axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles a trailer.
Page 352 352 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to system may reduce handling, stability, braking per- the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System...
Page 354: Trailer Hitch Classification
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Fifth-Wheel Hitch tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connects Refer to “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin.
Page 355: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
• http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 356: Towing Requirements
356 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment CAUTION! put in or on your vehicle. • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 • The weight of the driver and all passengers. km) of vehicle operation.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 • Safety chains must always be used between your WARNING! vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing slack for turning corners.
Page 358 358 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. GTW − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to the Tires–General 3. GAWR Information section of this manual on Tread Wear 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized Indicators for the proper inspection procedure.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with WARNING! a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- −...
Page 360 360 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 WARNING! Any work done to the vehicles electrical system, or wiring, should be performed by a qualified automo- tive technician, if done improperly it may cause damage to the electrical system wiring and could result in serious or fatal injury. The following chart identifies the maximum electrical loads that the trailer tow output circuits are capable of supporting.
Page 362: Towing Tips
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Trailer Tow Additional Lamp Loads Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping Output Functions Maximum Additional Bulbs and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy Current Allowed Example traffic. Only. Other bulb combinations can If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, be used as long...
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than maximize fuel efficiency. 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Maintenance Towing Tips —...
Page 364: Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped
364 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror head to provide a greater vision range when towing extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or out- board, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped Out or In).
Page 365: Snowplow
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 follow the recommendations contained within the cur- rent Dodge BODY BUILDER’S GUIDE. See your dealer, installer or snowplow manufacture for this information. There are unique electrical systems that must be con- nected to properly assure operator safety and prevent overloading vehicle systems.
Page 366: Before Plowing
Certification Label on the driver’s side door Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability opening. For Information about snowplow applications visit www.dodge.com or refer to the current Dodge Body NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting pas- Builders Guide. sengers. 1. The maximum number of occupants in the truck Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica- should not exceed two.
Page 367: Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 of the plow. Front end tow-in should be checked and Methods For Removing Snow reset if necessary at the beginning and end of the snowplow season. This will help prevent uneven tire wear. The blade should be lowered whenever the vehicle is parked.
Page 368: General Maintenance
368 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped When plowing snow, to avoid transmission and driv- with an overhead console module, the outside tempera- etrain damage, the following precautions should be ob- ture display will show higher temperatures than the served.
Page 369: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CAUTION! MOTORHOME, ETC.) Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a Recreational Towing – 2 Wheel Drive Models front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational Recreational towing of 2 Wheel Drive models is not towing.
Page 370 370 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing Procedure — Manual Shift 5. Shift transfer case lever into N (NEUTRAL). Transfer Case — If Equipped 6. Start the engine. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing: 7. Shift automatic transmission into Reverse (R). 8.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 4. Depress the brake pedal. CAUTION! 5. Shift automatic transmission to N (NEUTRAL), or Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if depress the clutch on manual transmissions. the transmission is shifted into P (PARK) with the 6.
Page 372 372 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be the transfer case is fully in Neutral (N) before recre- damaged.
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 7. After shift is completed and the Neutral (N) light NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are requirements that must be comes on release Neutral (N) button. met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button, and must continue to be met until the 4 seconds elapses 8.
Page 374 374 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Depress the brake pedal. CAUTION! 5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N) or depress Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- clutch on manual transmission. mission is shifted into Park (P) with the transfer case 6.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and WARNING! the shift has been completed. If any of these requirements (with the exception of 3 - key ON) are not met prior to You or others could be injured if you leave the depressing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the during the 1 second time, then all of the mode position...
Page 376 376 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and fluid loss will damage internal parts.
Page 377: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....378 Jump-Starting ......391 Jacking And Tire Changing .
Page 378: Hazard Warning Flasher
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To engage the Hazard Warning lights, depress the button HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning switch is mounted on the top of the on the top of the steering column. When the Hazard steering column as shown in the illustration. Warning switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash off and on to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency.
Page 379: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING All Models – If Equipped The jack and jack tools are stored under the front WARNING! passenger seat. Lift the flap on the side of the seat for access. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 380: Jacking Instructions
380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the vehicle. When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the WARNING! end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location.
Page 381: Tire Changing Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with Do not raise this vehicle using a bumper jack. The jack is the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other designed as a tool for changing tires on this vehicle only. power tools is not recommended and can damage the It is not recommended that the jack be used for service winch.
Page 382 382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher. Instructions • Block both the front and rear WARNING! of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position. For Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help example, if the right front prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: wheel is being changed, block...
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, extension tube.
Page 384 384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4X2 Jacking...
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5.
Page 386 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (SRW) models and 145 ft. lbs. (197 N·m) for 3500 dual rear hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in wheel models. If in doubt about the correct tightness, order to lower the jack. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and have them checked with a torque wrench by your dealer tools as previously described.
Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 ratchet firmly. The hub cap should pop off. The wheel You must use the flat end of the lug wrench to pry off the skins can now be removed. For the front hub cap on 3500 wheel skins.
Page 388 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES completely off the ground when tightening to insure wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping. Dual wheel models require a special heavy-duty lug nut tightening adapter (included with the vehicle) to cor- rectly tighten the lug nuts. Also, when it is necessary to remove and install dual rear wheels, use a proper vehicle lifting device.
Page 389 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: 1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table. Go through the sequence a second time to verify that specific torque has been achieved.
Page 390: Hoisting
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES wheel. The nuts should then be tightened to recom- Attach the wheel wrench to the extension tube. Rotate the mended torque. Tighten the nuts to final torque in winch mechanism until the wheel is drawn into place increments.
Page 391: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 JUMP-STARTING NOTE: Replacement batteries should both be of equal size to prevent damage to the vehicles charging system. WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with two 12–volt batteries. If it becomes necessary to use a booster battery, with jumper To prevent personal injury or damage to clothing, do cables, to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or fabrics.
Page 392 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Use the Jump Start Procedure only when the charge Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this indicator (if equipped) in both batteries is dark in the could establish a ground connection and personal center.
Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 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 not jumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of the lean over the battery when making connection.
Page 394: With Portable Starting Unit
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Any procedure other than above could result in: It is very important that the starting unit operating voltage does not exceed 12 Volts D.C. or damage to 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out battery, starter motor, alternator, or electrical system the battery vent;...
Page 395: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 In general, the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure WARNING! to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective. Racing the Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck engine or spinning the wheels, due to the frustration of vehicle.
Page 396: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4-Wheel- Drive Vehicles CAUTION! CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing, tow truck hookup or highway towing.
Page 397: 2-Wheel- Drive Vehicles
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 2–Wheel- Drive Vehicles If the vehicle is to be towed faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the or more than 15 miles (25 km) the vehicle must be towed transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the position along with the front wheels raised and the rear...
Page 399: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 6.7L Diesel Engine ..402 Engine Air Cleaner Filter (6.7L Diesel Engines) ......413 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) .
Page 400 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Suspension Ball Joints ....425 Brake System ......436 Steering Linkage —...
Page 401 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Storage ......456 Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped ......467 Replacement Light Bulbs .
Page 402: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel Engine
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE...
Page 403: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Vehicles equipped with California emissions controls have a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indicator OBDII. This system monitors the performance of the Light” on could cause further damage to the emission emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control control system.
Page 404: Engine Data Plate
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE DATA PLATE WARNING! Use the information from the engine data plate when discussing service or sourcing parts for your engine. The You can be badly injured working on or around a engine data plate is located on the intake side of the motor vehicle.
Page 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you have your vehicle undercoated, make sure no for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempt- ing any procedure yourself. See Service Publications undercoating material is sprayed on the exhaust sys- information at the back of this manual. tem or components of the seat belt system.
Page 406 • Relieve all pressure in the fuel, oil and cooling systems MUST be performed by your local Dodge Truck before any lines, fittings or related items are removed Dealer. Your authorized Dodge Dealer has been or disconnected.
Page 407: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES parked overnight. When checking oil after operating the The pages that follow contain the required maintenance engine, first ensure the engine is at full operating tem- services determined by the engineers who designed your perature, then wait at least 30 minutes after engine vehicle.
Page 408 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection (6.7L Diesel Engines) For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacture only recommends engine oils that are API CJ-4 certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-10902.
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Oils with a high ash content may produce deposits on same requirements as stated previously. Your engine oil valves that can progress to guttering and valve burning. filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscos- A maximum sulfated ash content of 1.00 mass % is ity for your vehicle.
Page 410 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter Clean the area around the oil filter base. Remove the filter Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the from the underside of the vehicle using a cap style oil correct part number. The engine oil filter should be filter wrench.
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Install the filter as specified by the filter manufacturer. CAUTION! Turn the filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contact with the gasket. Fill the oil filter element with clean oil before instal- lation. Use the same type oil that will be used in the Check the condition of the threads and sealing surface on engine.
Page 412: Drive Belt
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Start the engine and operate it at idle for several minutes. Drive Belt Check for leaks at the lubricating oil filter and oil pan Inspection drain plug. Check the belt for intersecting cracks. Run the engine until it has reached operating tempera- •...
Page 413: Engine Air Cleaner Filter (6.7L Diesel Engines)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter (6.7L Diesel Engines) to this sensor could result in major engine and/or exhaust aftertreatment damage. This includes the use of CAUTION! non-approved air filters. Use only MOPAR approved air filters or equivalent. All air entering the engine intake must be filtered. The abrasive particles in unfiltered air will cause rapid wear to engine components.
Page 414 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If the filter is not damaged, remove all snow/ice, spring sealed inside the plastic housing. As the air cleaner filter becomes clogged and air pressure drop reinstall filter and reset the Filter Minder™. across the filter element increases, a yellow disc travels A visual inspection of the air cleaner filter element is along a graduated scale on the side of the Filter never recommended under normal circumstances.
Page 415: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter (6.7L Diesel Engine)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter (6.7L Diesel CAUTION! Engine) When using an engine cleaner or a degreaser, be sure to wrap and tape the Filter Minder™ to protect the plastic housing from damage and discoloration. CAUTION! Many aftermarket performance air filter elements do not adequately filter the air entering the engine.
Page 416 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the water in fuel light comes on and a single chime is CAUTION! heard while you are driving, or with the key in the ON position, there may be a problem with your water Do not prefill the fuel filter when installing a new separator wiring or sensor.
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drain a small amount from the fuel/water separator WARNING! filter monthly or when the WATER IN FUEL indicator lamp is on. Turn the drain valve, located on the bottom of Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the the filter, counterclockwise and allow any accumulated engine running.
Page 418 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start. WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 and be hazardous or explosive when mixed with seconds at a time.
Page 419: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel, meeting Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC ASTM specification D-6751 may be used with your Message Process Flow (Catalyst Full Message) Cummins Diesel equipped vehicle. Use of bio-diesel (6.7L Diesel Engines Only) mixture in excess of 5% can negatively impact the on- Your new Cummins 6.7L diesel meets all EPA Heavy engine fuel filter’s ability to separate water from the fuel,...
Page 420 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Additionally, the overhead console in your vehicle has crankcase during the normal combustion process. Per- the ability to alert you to additional maintenance re- form Service will be displayed on the overhead console of quired on your truck or engine. Refer to the following your vehicle if the CCV filter, EGR Valve and EGR Cooler messages that may be displayed on your Electronic is due for required maintenance.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Catalyst Stat::::::::::80% Catalyst Stat:::::::::::80%, 90%, 99% Catalyst Stat::::::::::80% will replace the message Catalyst Catalyst Stat:::::::::::80%, 90%, 99% If you are unable to Full See Owner Manual after it is displayed for one drive your vehicle under these conditions for an ex- minute.
Page 422: Maintenance Free Batteries
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The PCM derates the engine in order to limit the likeli- WARNING! hood of permanent damage to the aftertreatment system. If this condition is not corrected and a dealer service is • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can not performed, extensive exhaust aftertreatment damage burn or even blind you.
Page 423: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Blanket Usage CAUTION! A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°). For the same de- • It is essential when replacing the cables on the crease in temperature, the engine requires twice as much battery that the positive cable is attached to the power to crank at the same RPM.
Page 424: Power Steering - Fluid Check
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 425: Front Suspension Ball Joints
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Suspension Ball Joints WARNING! The ball joints originally supplied with the vehicle are permanently lubricated at the factory and do not require Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service. The ball joints and seals should be inspected with the engine off to prevent injury from moving whenever the vehicle is serviced for other reasons.
Page 426: Front Prop Shaft Lubrication
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Prop Shaft Lubrication Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Ball Joints Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil The front axle universal joint and ball joints are perma- nently lubricated and do not require servicing. change listed in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule for your vehicle.
Page 427: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
Page 428: Exhaust System
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised freezing the fluid on the cold windshield.
Page 429: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE of the exhaust system abnormally contacts the under- coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any body hardware, the isolator and/or hanger should be accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently replaced. spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Page 430 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant bottle level check Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill The coolant reserve system provides a quick visual At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, method of determining that the coolant level is adequate. the system should be drained, flushed and refilled.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT en- coolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles before gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may replacement.
Page 432 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of WARNING! corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- caution.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE community. Do not store ethylene glycol-based engine When additional coolant is needed to maintain the coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do puddles on the ground. Prevent ingestion by animals and not overfill.
Page 434: Fan
Make arrangements with your • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery authorized Dodge Truck Dealer for this inspection. bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also.
Page 435: Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler) Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses The charge air cooler is positioned between the radiator Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence and the air conditioner condenser. Air enters the engine of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots, through the air cleaner and passes through the turbo- brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces- charger where it is pressurized.
Page 436: Brake System
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System Power Disc Brakes (Front and Rear) Disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, several hard stops during the break-in period are recommended to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material. Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing under the hood service, or immedi- ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system...
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in should be conducted.
Page 438: Clutch Linkage
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake Hoses Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Inspection should be performed whenever the brake For Model 9.25 Front Axles and 10.5”/11.5” Rear Axles system is serviced or at intervals specified. Inspect hy- refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing or worn correct lubricant type.
Page 439: Transfer Case - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection Drain And Refill Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the Follow the Maintenance Schedule for recommended correct lubricant type. transfer case fluid change intervals. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will Lubricant Selection result in corrosion and possible failure of differential Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the...
Page 440: Automatic Transmission
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection for 6-Speed Manual 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating temperature. Transmission — If Equipped If it becomes necessary to add fluid or change the fluid, 2. The vehicle must be on level ground. be sure to use the same lubricant or equivalent.
Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil to fully drain 7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake. into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the the operating temperature, the fluid level should be dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 442 Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center. It is important that the transmission fluid is maintained at the correct level, and that it is drained and refilled as specified.
Page 443: Front Wheel Bearings
Front Wheel Bearings All vehicles built over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross Vehicle Front wheel bearings for all Dodge Ram Trucks are Weight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in the sealed-for-life. They do not require greasing or seal United States are required to comply with the Federal replacement.
Page 444 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems Air Cleaner Assembly The following maintenance services must be performed Inspect air cleaner housing for proper assembly and fit. every 6 months or 6,000 miles (9 600 km), whichever Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned comes first, to assure proper operation of the noise and that the cover is tight.
Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are Noise Emission Warranty the acts listed below. The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac- tured by the manufacturer, was designed, built and • AIR CLEANER equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer’s −...
Page 446 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 447: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
Page 448 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and scratch the paint.
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the with a clean, dry towel. color of your vehicle.
Page 450 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for Glass Surfaces leather upholstery. All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household- Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular type glass cleaner.
Page 451: Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Dry with a soft tissue. FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) An integrated Power Module is located in the engine Seat Belt Maintenance compartment near the battery. This center contains car- Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical tridge fuses and mini fuses.
Page 452 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Outlet Console 30 Amp Off Road Module Yellow Pink Power 20 Amp Cabin Compartment 5 Amp Trx-Off Rd Pkg Sen Yellow Node (CCN) Door Orange (Gas Engine Only)
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Electric Brake 10 Amp Occupant Restraints Pink Controller (ORC) 2 25 Amp Power-Battery 10 Amp Occupant Restraints/ Natural RWAL/ABS Module Pass Disable Switch Feed 2 Amp IGN Switch Feed...
Page 454 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Seats 10 Amp Power Ignition Run Green — Adjustable Pedals 10 Amp Power Run/Start- PCM/Steering Angle 10 Amp Power-IGN Run — Sensor HVAC 10 Amp...
Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the Integrated Power Module 10 Amp Seatbelt Tension Reducer/Power IGN cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Run/Acc erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so 20 Amp Power IGN Run/Acc may allow water to get into the Integrated Power...
Page 456: Vehicle Storage
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the recommend that you take the following steps to mini- possibility of compressor damage when the system is mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: started again.
Page 457: Replacement Light Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS Rear License Plate Lamp ....168 Rear Cargo Light......912 Tail &...
Page 458 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Open the hood 3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well and remove the nut through the access hole. 2. Remove the two (2) bolts from the front of the head- light housing. Inner Fender Plug Front Headlight Housing Bolts...
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly straight forward, applying the greatest amount of force to the outer edge of the headlight assembly. Rear Headlight Housing Nut Access 4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors.
Page 460 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of the headlight halogen bulb. 6. Twist connector on the side marker/turn signal/park light bulb ⁄ turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 7. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogen bulb in housing.
Page 461: Fog Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights 2. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connector counterclockwise ⁄ turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing.
Page 462: Tail, Stop, Turn And Backup Lights
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull the housing straight out from the body, with a Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights quick motion, to separate the housing from the body. If 1. Remove the two (2) screws that pass through the bed not pulled straight, locators may be damaged.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 4. Pull bulb straight out of socket. from the housing. Pulling Bulb From Socket Rotating Bulb Socket From Housing...
Page 464: Center High-Mounted Stoplight (Chmsl) With Cargo Light
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Reverse Procedure to install bulb and housing. Place Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With the two raised blocks passed the body. Cargo Light 1. Remove the two (2) screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body...
Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- 4. Pull desired bulb straight from the socket. ing harness to the body. • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps 3. Turn desired bulb socket ⁄ turn and remove socket •...
Page 466: Cab Top Clearance Lights - If Equipped
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket ⁄ turn and pull it from the light Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped assembly. 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.
Page 467: Tailgate Id Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws and housing and access the bulb sockets from the rear.
Page 468 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn socket ⁄ turn counterclockwise to access the bulb. 3. Pull bulb straight out from socket. 4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing.
Page 469: Rear Light Bar Id Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) — If 3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. Equipped 4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access ing.
Page 470: Fluid Capacities
470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Turn socket ⁄ turn counterclockwise and remove from FLUID CAPACITIES assembly to access the bulb. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 4. Pull bulb straight out from socket. 2500 Shortbed Models 34 gal. 128L 5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- 2500 Longbed Models 35 gal.
Page 471: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent. 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine Oil Use (SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 Certified, that meets CES 20081 Standards.) Engine Oil Filter ( 6.7L Turbo Die- Mopar Engine Oil Filter, P/N 05083285AA or equivalent.
Page 472 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Fuel Selection ( 6.7L Turbo Diesel Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Fed- Engine ) eral law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur High- way Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sul- fur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
Page 473: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Manual Transmission Fluid G-56 Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent. Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500 GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent.
Page 475: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..476 Perform Service Indicator ....479 Maintenance Schedules — 6.7L Turbo Diesel ..477 Maintenance Schedule .
Page 476: Emission Control System Maintenance
476 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis- The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be type in this section (Section 8) must be done at the times performed by any automotive repair establishment or or mileages specified to assure the continued proper individual using any automotive part which has been...
Page 477: Maintenance Schedules - 6.7L Turbo Diesel
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 477 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES — 6.7L TURBO Once a Month DIESEL • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. CAUTION! • Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the termi- Failure to perform the required maintenance items nals as required.
Page 478: Oil Change Indicator System
478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Oil Change Indicator System Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change • Change the engine oil filter. indicator system. This system will alert you when it is • Inspect the exhaust system. time to change your engine oil by displaying the words “Oil Change Required”...
Page 479: Perform Service Indicator
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 479 For information on resetting the Oil Change Indicator will display “Perform Service”. When the “Perform Ser- message, refer to “Oil Change Required – If Equipped,” vice” message is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to under “System Status (EVIC Displays)” in the “Electronic have the emissions maintenance performed.
Page 480: Maintenance Schedule
480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Schedule Miles 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 (Kilometers) (12 000) (24 000) (36 000) (48 000) (60 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. (Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or 6 months, which ever comes first).
Page 481 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481 Miles 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 (Kilometers) (12 000) (24 000) (36 000) (48 000) (60 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Inspect fan hub.
Page 482 482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 (Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (97 000) (109 000) (121 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage.
Page 483 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 483 Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 (Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (97 000) (109 000) (121 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary.
Page 484 484 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (133 000) (145 000) (157 000) (160 000) (169 000) [Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage.
Page 485 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 485 Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (133 000) (145 000) (157 000) (160 000) (169 000) [Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect drive belt, replace as required.* Inspect fan hub. Inspect damper.
Page 486 486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 112,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000 (Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000) [Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). Rotate tires.
Page 487 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 487 Miles 112,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000 (Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000) [Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120] Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter and spin-on cooler filter (if equipped).
Page 488 488 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Inspection and service should also be performed anytime WARNING! a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which *This maintenance is not required if belt was previously you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 489: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Reporting Safety Defects ....494 Your Vehicle ......490 In Canada .
Page 490: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
Warranty service must be done by an authorized or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend service advisor know. that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
Page 491 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 491 • Vehicle identification number technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely • Vehicle delivery date and mileage manner. DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s P.O.
Page 492 492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract.
Page 493: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 493 WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) WARNING! See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain this vehicle. vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and MOPAR PARTS birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 494: Reporting Safety Defects
494 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 495: Publication Order Forms
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 495 • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals. PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- these practical manuals make it easy for students and tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- technicians to find and fix problems on computer- cepted.
Page 496: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
496 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Call Toll Free at: All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades. • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Treadwear • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con- ditions on a specified government test course.
Page 497: Temperature Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 497 on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The mance.
Page 499 INDEX...
Page 500 500 INDEX Adding Fuel ......344 Antenna, Satellite Radio ....245 Adjustable Pedals .
Page 501 INDEX 501 Special Additives ..... . 442 Anti-Lock (ABS) ..... . . 312 Autostick .
Page 502 502 INDEX Car Washes ......447 Cleaning Carbon Monoxide Warning ....76,182 Wheels .
Page 503 INDEX 503 Inspection ......433 Diesel Fuel Requirements ....342 Points to Remember .
Page 504 504 INDEX Electric Rear Window Defrost ... . . 87,174 Compartment ......402 Electrical Power Outlets .
Page 505 INDEX 505 Fan ........434 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....394 Filters Front Axle (Differential) .
Page 506 506 INDEX Voltmeter ......189,276 Lights On Reminder ....134 Gear Ranges .
Page 507 INDEX 507 Illuminated Entry ......20 Jump Starting ......391 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) .
Page 508 508 INDEX Bulb Replacement ..... . 457 Interior ......131 Cap Top Clearance .
Page 509 INDEX 509 Power Door ......27 Electric Powered ..... . . 86 Steering Wheel .
Page 510 510 INDEX Trip ......192,199 Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink ) ... 154 Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) .
Page 511 INDEX 511 Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..319 Radio Broadcast Signals ....200 Power Radio, Navigation .
Page 512 512 INDEX Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....21 Seat Belt Maintenance ....451 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .
Page 513 INDEX 513 Reclining ......118 Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Reclining Rear ......122 Neutral (N) .
Page 514 514 INDEX Starting Procedures ..... . 269 Tailgate ....... 181 Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .
Page 515 INDEX 515 Inflation Pressures ..... 324 Torque Converter Clutch ....290 Jacking .
Page 516 516 INDEX Transaxle UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ....89 Automatic ......12 Underhood Fuses .
Page 517 INDEX 517 Warning Lights Wind Buffeting ..... . . 33,162 (Instrument Cluster Description) ... . . 189 Window Fogging .
Page 518 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION 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 RemovalLocking Doors With The KeySENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsUsing the Panic AlarmGeneral InformationTransmitter Battery Service DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks - If EquippedPower Door Locks - If Equipped Child Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power Windows - If Equipped Power Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped Sliding Rear Window - If EquippedWind BuffetingOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageAutomatic Locking...

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