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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3 ..............3 RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 .
Page 5 RAM 1500...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 7 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 9: Introduction
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..8...
Page 10 8 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC NOTE: Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage. Chrysler Group LLC welcome you as a turbocharged Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect diesel-powered truck owner. Your diesel truck will and store information about vehicle modifications that sound, feel, drive, and operate differently from a increase horsepower and torque output such as whether...
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM ....10 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..11 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ....10...
Page 12: Remote Starting System
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM How To Use Remote Start This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry All of the following conditions must be met before the (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- engine will remote start: niently from outside the vehicle while still •...
Page 13: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, provid- confined area.
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica- The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a tors. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate •...
Page 15: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....14 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) ......26 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 16: Instrument Cluster
14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 17: Instrument Cluster - Laramie
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — LARAMIE...
Page 18: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 2. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17 3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of for system service. an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not monitors the emissions and engine control sys-...
Page 20 18 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: WARNING! A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either operating conditions.
Page 21 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling Driving with a hot engine cooling system could System Pressure Cap” paragraph. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle 6.
Page 22 20 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous.
Page 23 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your tion.
Page 24 22 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge, 14. Fuel Gauge the Check Gauges indicator will illuminate and a single Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the chime will sound.
Page 25 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 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 malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
Page 26 24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! This indicator will illuminate when the front fog The TPMS has been optimized for the original lights are on. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and 18.
Page 27 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25 NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- 22. TOW/HAUL played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle The TOW HAUL button is located on the center Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic stack upper switch bank.
Page 28: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
26 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: 24. DEF Gauge The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ The DEF Gauge displays the actual level of Diesel Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each Exhaust Fluid in the DEF tank. Diesel Exhaust Fluid time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 29: Evic Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 EVIC Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages: • System Setup Unavailable – Vehicle Not in Park • System Setup Unavailable – Vehicle in Motion • Perform Service • Exhaust Filter Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds To Remedy •...
Page 30 28 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Exhaust System – Regeneration Completed EVIC Amber Telltales • Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: Soon • Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi Refill DEF Water In Fuel Indicator Light •...
Page 31 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29 Wait To Start Light Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid Light The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for This telltale will turn on to indicate the Diesel approximately two seconds when the ignition is Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is low. turned to the RUN position.
Page 32 30 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill remaining distances. The DEF Low telltale will be on Soon – This message will display when DEF driving continuously until DEF fluid is topped off. range is less than 500 miles, DEF fluid top off is •...
Page 33 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 31 When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following not corrected in 50 miles, vehicle will enter the Engine warnings will display: Will not restart in XXX mi Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message. •...
Page 34 32 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Will Not Restart Service DEF System See • Engine Will Not Start Service DEF System See Dealer — This message will display if DEF system Dealer — This message will display when the fault issue detected is not serviced during the allowed detected is not serviced after the Engine will not restart period.
Page 35: Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 33 • Trans Temperature Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features) Displays the actual transmission sump temperature. Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Tire Pressure Monitor System Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the RIGHT and LEFT button to scroll through the Displays the actual tire pressure.
Page 37: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Stopping The Engine ....43 STARTING PROCEDURES ....37 ▫...
Page 38 36 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer ADDING FUEL – 1500 DIESEL MODELS ..71 Weight Ratings) ..... . .56 ▫...
Page 39: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 37 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Enter-N-Go™ ACC or RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the The starter is allowed to crank for up to 30-second vehicle.
Page 40: Normal Starting
38 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission CAUTION! (Continued) Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or • If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any DO NOT START engine before you drain the water driving range.
Page 41 STARTING AND OPERATING 39 Normal Starting Procedure – Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO the engine. NOT START the engine before you drain the water NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.
Page 42: Extreme Cold Weather
40 STARTING AND OPERATING • A Diesel Pre-Heat system both improves engine start- Extreme Cold Weather ing and reduces the amount of white smoke generated The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in by a warming engine. the water jacket of the engine. It requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten- Starting Fluids sion cord.
Page 43: Normal Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 41 NORMAL OPERATION WARNING! (Continued) Observe the following when the diesel engine is operat- • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with ing. access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to • All message center lights are off. be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 44: Cold Weather Precautions
42 STARTING AND OPERATING Cold Weather Precautions NOTE: • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may require special considerations. The following charts sug- Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a gest these options: noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Page 45: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING 43 Engine Oil Usage and injector nozzles. Also, the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase, diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your the engine. Vehicle” for the correct engine oil viscosity. Stopping The Engine Engine Warm-Up Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown.
Page 46: Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
44 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under certain conditions the engine fan will run Idle Time Turbo- after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under (min.) Be- Driving charger high load and high temperature conditions. Load fore En- Condition Tempera- gine Shut- Cooling System Tips –...
Page 47 STARTING AND OPERATING 45 Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts Pressure All engine failures give some warning before the parts If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while fail.
Page 48: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
46 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The engine block heater warms engine coolant and Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the heater Damage to the 110–115 Volt electrical cord could cord to a ground-fault interrupter protected 110–115 Volt cause electrocution.
Page 49: Fuel Specifications
STARTING AND OPERATING 47 good performance. If the vehicle is exposed to extreme fuel conditioners should not be required in your vehicle. cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is required to operate at If available in your area, a high cetane “premium” diesel colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, fuel may offer improved cold-starting and warm-up use climatized No.
Page 50: Biodiesel Fuel Requirements
48 STARTING AND OPERATING climatized diesel fuels. Experience has shown that it also Biodiesel Fuel Requirements operates on No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuels or other A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM speci- fuels within specification. fication D975 is recommended for use with your diesel engine.
Page 51 STARTING AND OPERATING 49 (B6–B20) will result in premature engine wear. Such wear Biodiesel Fuel Properties – Low Ambient is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Temperatures Biodiesel is a fuel produced from renewable resources Biodiesel fuel may gel or solidify at low ambient tem- typically derived from animal fat, rapeseed oil (Rapeseed peratures, which may pose problems for both storage and Methyl Ester (RME) base), or soybean oil (Soy Methyl...
Page 52 50 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Oxidation Stability – Must Use Fuel Within be maintained with in the suggested schedule. The Six Months Of Manufacture regular use of biofuels greater than 5% and less than 20% require intervals shorter than the outlined 10,000 miles Biodiesel fuel has poor oxidation stability which can and must not exceed the suggested schedule.
Page 53: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 51 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- TRAILER TOWING vals exceed 8,000 miles (12 875 km) or 6 months, if In this section you will find safety tips and information regular operation occurs with greater than 5% and less on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do than 20% biodiesel blends.
Page 54 52 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
Page 55 STARTING AND OPERATING 53 Tongue Weight (TW) If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 56: Trailer Hitch Classification
54 STARTING AND OPERATING steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing Fifth-Wheel Hitch safety. The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Page 57 STARTING AND OPERATING 55 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) dustry Standards Duty Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck Greater than 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) Class II - Medium Duty...
Page 58: Trailer Towing Weights
The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to a 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Ram 1500 Diesel 1500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman 3.0L Turbo Diesel Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission...
Page 59 STARTING AND OPERATING 57 hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle •...
Page 60: Towing Requirements
58 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these train components the following guidelines are recom- guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as mended: possible: •...
Page 61 STARTING AND OPERATING 59 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 2. GTW vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 3. GAWR the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough Towing Requirements –...
Page 62 60 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General required when towing a trailer with electronically Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the actuated brakes.
Page 63 STARTING AND OPERATING 61 Integrated Trailer Brake Module – If Equipped WARNING! Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Mod- • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s ule (ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake (EOH) trailer brakes.
Page 64 62 STARTING AND OPERATING The user interface consists of the following: Manual Brake Control Lever Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’s brakes. If the manual brake control lever is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two inputs determines the power sent to the trailer brakes.
Page 65 STARTING AND OPERATING 63 sliding the manual brake control lever will display the Adjusting GAIN GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free Indicator Light” will not be displayed. environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated (30–40 km/h).
Page 66 64 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the GAIN setting.
Page 67 STARTING AND OPERATING 65 * The suggested selection depends and may change CAUTION! depending on the customer preferences for braking per- formance. Condition of the trailer brakes, driving and Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the road state may also affect the selection. ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braking.
Page 68 66 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer motoring safety.
Page 69 STARTING AND OPERATING 67 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 70: Towing Tips
68 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping vehicle in first gear (using the ERS switches) can help to and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy avoid transmission overheating.
Page 71: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
STARTING AND OPERATING 69 Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped Air Conditioning • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Turn off temporarily. • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Air Suspension System drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, you can get back to cruising speed.
Page 72: System Overview
70 STARTING AND OPERATING first and only technology in decades to be as good for the The DEF injection system consists of the following com- environment as it is good for business and vehicle ponents: performance. • DEF tank The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx •...
Page 73: Adding Fuel - 1500 Diesel Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 71 Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center ADDING FUEL – 1500 DIESEL MODELS (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for 1. Open the fuel filler door. system messages and warnings. NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with a DEF injection system. You may occasionally hear an audible clicking noise from under the vehicle at a stop.
Page 74 72 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 75 STARTING AND OPERATING 73 Fuel Fill Funnel Location 1500 Models Emergency Fuel Fill Location 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel 3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door nozzle. open. 4. Pour fuel into funnel opening. 5.
Page 76: Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel
74 STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel CAUTION! Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top severe damage to the engine fuel system. Proper main- off” the fuel tank after filling. tenance of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is essential.
Page 77: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage
STARTING AND OPERATING 75 If the vehicle will not start, refer to “Maintenance DEF is subject to freezing at the lowest temperatures. For Procedures/Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel” example, DEF may freeze at temperatures at or below 12° in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 78: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid
76 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid The DEF gauge (located on the instrument cluster) will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank. Refer to “Instrument Cluster” and “Instrument Cluster Descrip- tions” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 79 STARTING AND OPERATING 77 3. Stop filling the DEF tank immediately when any of the CAUTION! following happen: DEF stops flowing from the fill • To avoid DEF spillage, and possible damage to the bottle into the DEF tank, DEF splashes out the filler neck, or a DEF pump nozzle automatically shuts off.
Page 80 78 STARTING AND OPERATING Filling the DEF tank in cold climates Extra care should be taken when filling with portable containers to avoid overfilling. Note the level of the DEF Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12°F (-11°C), your gauge in your instrument cluster.
Page 81: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Batteries ....93 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL ..80 ▫ Cooling System ..... . .94 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .
Page 82: Engine Compartment - 3.0L Diesel
80 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Power Distribution Center (PDC) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 83: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 81 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 84: Engine Oil
82 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- mends engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-11106, and that are approved to Fiat 9.55535-S1 or Fiat 9.55535-S3 and ACEA C3.
Page 85 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 83 mark. The total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX Change Engine Oil mark is 1.3 qts (1.2 L). Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. CAUTION! Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure.
Page 86: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
84 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com- oil filters from your vehicle.
Page 87 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 85 WARNING! CAUTION! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can Many aftermarket performance air filter elements do provide a measure of protection in the case of engine not adequately filter the air entering the engine. Use backfire.
Page 88: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
86 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter The fuel filter/water separator filter housing is located above the rear axle next to the fuel tank. The best access to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle. CAUTION! • Do not drain the fuel/water separator filters when the engine is running.
Page 89 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 87 NOTE: Care should be taken in disposing of used fluids CAUTION! from your vehicle. Used fluids, indiscriminately dis- carded, can present a problem to the environment. Con- If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO tact an authorized dealer, service station, or government NOT START the engine before you drain water from agency for advice on recycling programs and for where...
Page 90: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
88 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If more than two ounces or 60 milliliters of fuel have been drained, follow the directions for “Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel.” Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE: Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manu- facturer’s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.
Page 91: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 89 3. Open the water drain valve, and let any accumulated Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel water drain. WARNING! 4. Close the water drain valve. Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the 5.
Page 92 90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The starter motor will engage for approximately 30 Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel cranking intervals.
Page 93: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC WARNING! Message Process Flow A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over This engine meets all required EPA diesel engine emis- materials that can burn. Such materials might be sions standards.
Page 94 92 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System – Regeneration Required Now exhaust after-treatment system to cleanse the filter to remove the trapped PM and restore the system to normal Exhaust Filter XX% Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds operating condition. to Remedy will be displayed on the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) if the exhaust particulate filter Exhaust System –...
Page 95: Maintenance-Free Batteries
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Exhaust Service Required – See Dealer Now CAUTION! Regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunc- See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust tion. At this point the engine Powertrain Control Module system could occur soon with continued operation. (PCM) will register a fault code, the instrument panel will display a MIL light.
Page 96: Cooling System
94 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) case. Also, if a “fast charger” is used while the battery you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, is in vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables do not open the hood until the radiator has had time before connecting the charger to the battery.
Page 97 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a coolant recovery bottle and radiator.
Page 98 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 97 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant Adding Coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below allows extended maintenance intervals.
Page 100 98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not WARNING! recommended and can result in cooling system damage. • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with OAT cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Page 101 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 102: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow Charge Air Cooler – Inter-Cooler hoses are not kinked or obstructed. The charge air cooler is positioned in front of the radiator • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is and the air conditioner condenser.
Page 103: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Brake System Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Brake Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked WARNING! when performing under the hood service, or immedi- •...
Page 104 102 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 105: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 103 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.0L Diesel Engine 26 Gallons 98.5 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (SAE 5W-30 8 Quarts 7.7 Liters Synthetic, API Certified Low Ash) Cooling System 3.0L Turbo Diesel Engine 11.6 Quarts 11 Liters (MOPAR®...
Page 106: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
104 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil We recommend you use ACEA C3 5W-30 engine oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS-11106 or Penzoil Ultra Euro L full sythetic 5W-30 motor oil Engine Oil Filter...
Page 107 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.
Page 108 106 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Diesel Exhaust Fluid MOPAR® Diesel Exhaust Fluid (API Certified) (DEF) or equivalent that has been API Certified to the ISO 22241 standard. Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 may result in system damage.
Page 109: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 111: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .110 ▫ Maintenance Chart – Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel ......112 ▫...
Page 112 110 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in indicator system. The oil change indicator system will “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 113 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 111 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped pages for required maintenance. with dipstick. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 114 112 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart – Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and re- place if necessary.
Page 115 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 113 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly. Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 116 114 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – B6 TO B20 WARNING! BIODIESEL • You can be badly injured working on or around a NOTE: motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 117 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 115 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Change Indicator System: needed • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as •...
Page 118 116 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart – B6 to B20 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional B6 to B20 Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly.
Page 119 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 117 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 121 RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500...
Page 123 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............123 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 125: Introduction
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC..124...
Page 126 124 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC NOTE: Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage. Chrysler Group LLC and Cummins® welcome you as a Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect Cummins® turbocharged diesel-powered truck owner. and store information about vehicle modifications that Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate increase horsepower and torque output such as whether...
Page 127: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......126 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ....126 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .
Page 128 126 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry engine will remote start: (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still •...
Page 129 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 127 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle WARNING! Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or The following messages will display in the EVIC if the confined area.
Page 130 128 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two temperature conditions, the diesel vehicle may delay crank up to 30 seconds for the fuel and grid heater. Once the 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes.
Page 131 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 129 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Remote Start Comfort Systems – If Equipped To exit Remote start Mode and Drive the vehicle Before When remote start is activated, the heated steering the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically unlock button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the door...
Page 132 130 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the The Cummins® turbocharged diesel engine does not engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and require a break-in period due to its construction.
Page 133: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....132 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) ..... . .143 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .
Page 134: Instrument Cluster
132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 135: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is 1. Tachometer not functioning and that service is required. However, The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions the conventional brake system will continue to operate Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain CAUTION! (Continued) on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and remain converter damage and power loss will soon occur. on until the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not come Immediate service is required.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 NOTE: CAUTION! A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven Driving with a hot engine cooling system could more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either “H”...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! (Continued) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. System Pressure Cap”...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge, Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your the Check Gauges indicator will illuminate and a single Vehicle”...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 14. Fuel Gauge vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the tires.) ON/RUN position. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been 15.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 17. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped NOTE: The highest available transmission gear is dis- played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle This indicator will illuminate when the front fog Information Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic lights are on.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. TOW/HAUL NOTE: The TOW HAUL button is located on the center The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ stack upper switch bank. This light will illumi- Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each nate when TOW HAUL mode is selected.
Page 145: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 in the Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) section under the heading of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warn- ing Messages. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 146: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Exhaust System – Regeneration In Process Exhaust Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays Filter XX% Full • Exhaust System – Regeneration Completed When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays the follow- •...
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 • Coolant Low Wait To Start Light • Engine Power Reduced During Warmup The “Wait To Start Light” will illuminate when the ignition is turned to the RUN position and the • Engine Power Reduced up to 30-sec During Warmup intake manifold temperature is below 66°F (19°C).
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Coolant Low - This telltale will turn on to indicate the Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages vehicle coolant level is low. See “Adding Coolant” The vehicle will display messages when a derate (engine under the section “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for more power reduction) is activated to protect the turbocharger information.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 • Speed Limited to 5 MPH in XXX mi Refill DEF – This • Add a minimum of 2 gallons (9.5 Liters) of DEF to the message will continuously display if the “DEF Low tank in order to avoid vehicle operation at a maximum Refill Soon”...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 5 MPH Max Speed in 150 mi Service DEF System See Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages Dealer — This message will display if the DEF system has not been serviced after the “Service DEF System – There are four different messages which are displayed if See Dealer”...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 • 5 MPH Max Speed on Restart, Long Idle or Refuel • 5 MPH Max Speed Service DEF System See Dealer — Service DEF See Dealer — This message will continu- This message will continuously display, and will be ously display when the mileage counter reaches zero, accompanied by a periodic chime.
Page 152: Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)
NOTE: The battery voltage may show a fluctuation at various engine temperatures. This cycling operation is Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Ram Active caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold Air system that provides enhanced performance, espe- heater system.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 • Engine Hours • Exhaust Brake Displays the total hours of engine operation, and the Displays actual exhaust brake power. hours in drive and at idle. • Turbo Boost • Oil Filter Life Displays actual turbo boost value. Displays the percentage of oil filter life remaining, and •...
Page 155: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air STARTING PROCEDURES ....156 Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C) ... .165 ▫...
Page 156 154 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Operating Precautions ....174 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . . .194 ▫ Cooling System Tips – Automatic ▫ Shifting......195 Transmission .
Page 157 STARTING AND OPERATING 155 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ....219 ADDING FUEL – 2500/3500 DIESEL MODELS ......206 ▫...
Page 158: Starting Procedures
156 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a The starter should not be operated for more than 15- number of reasons.
Page 159: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 157 Manual Transmission – If Equipped Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- This feature allows the driver to oper- TRAL and press the clutch pedal to the floor before ate the ignition switch with the push starting the vehicle.
Page 160 158 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP the engine starting, remove your foot from the brake Button pedal and press the button again. 1.
Page 161 STARTING AND OPERATING 159 NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time (engine not running) position and the transmission is in to change the ignition switch to the RUN position PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 (EVIC displays “RUN”), minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 162 160 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure CAUTION! except: If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO 1. Pushing the engine start button with the driver’s foot NOT START engine before you drain the water from on the brake will move the ignition from OFF or ACC the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.
Page 163: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 161 • If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left ON 5. After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil pressure. for more than two minutes after the “Wait To Start Light” goes out, reset the grid heaters by turning the 6.
Page 164: Normal Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)
162 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The engine block heater cord is a factory in- 2. Shift into PARK for an automatic transmission. For ve- stalled option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater hicles equipped with a manual transmission, fully press cords are available from your authorized MOPAR®...
Page 165: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air
STARTING AND OPERATING 163 Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air CAUTION! Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C) Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a NOTE: The temperature displayed in the Electronic Ve- time or starter motor damage may result. Turn the hicle Information Center (EVIC) does not necessarily ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least reflect the engine manifold air temperature.
Page 166 164 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. While the Wait To Start” telltale is on, the EVIC will CAUTION! additionally display a gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full Wait To Start time period. Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a Its length will decrease until it disappears when the time or starter motor damage may result.
Page 167: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 165 • Automatic equipped vehicles with optional Keyless Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Enter-N-Go™ – If the start button is pushed once Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C) while in park with the ignition off and driver’s foot on In extremely cold weather below 0°F (-18°C) it may be the brake pedal, the vehicle will automatically crank beneficial to cycle the manifold heaters twice before...
Page 168 166 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor- NOTE: mance will result if manifold heaters are not recycled. • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000 2. Heat generated by the manifold heaters dissipates RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger at rapidly in a cold engine.
Page 169: Starting Fluids
STARTING AND OPERATING 167 Starting Fluids WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may Starting fluids or flammable liquids must never be cause serious injury or death. used in the Cummins® diesel engine (see Warning •...
Page 170: Normal Operation - Diesel Engine
168 STARTING AND OPERATING NORMAL OPERATION – DIESEL ENGINE Cold Weather Precautions Observe the following when the engine is operating. Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may require special considerations. The following charts sug- • All message center lights are off. gest these options: •...
Page 171 STARTING AND OPERATING 169 NOTE: Engine Oil Usage • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct engine oil viscosity. Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Page 172 170 STARTING AND OPERATING Battery Blanket Usage NOTE: High-speed, no-load running of a cold engine can result in excessive white smoke and poor engine A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery performance. No-load engine speeds should be kept temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°C).
Page 173: Engine Idling
STARTING AND OPERATING 171 NOTE: Engine Idling • If ambient temperatures are low and the coolant Avoid prolonged idling, long periods of idling may be harmful to your engine because combustion chamber temperature is below 180°F (82°C), the engine idle temperatures can drop so low that the fuel may not burn speed will slowly increase to 1,000 RPM after two completely.
Page 174: Stopping The Engine
172 STARTING AND OPERATING Idle-Up Feature – Automatic Transmission Only 2. The engine RPM will go up to 1100 RPM. To increase the RPM, press and hold the ACCEL/RESUME switch The driver-controlled high idle speed feature will help and the idle speed will increase to approximately 1500 increase cylinder temperatures and provide additional RPM.
Page 175 STARTING AND OPERATING 173 NOTE: Idle Time Turbo- • During engine shut down on vehicles equipped with (min.) Driving charger Load Before manual transmissions, it is normal for the diesel en- Condition Tempera- Engine gine to resonate heavily for a moment during engine ture Shutdown shut off.
Page 176: Idle Shutdown
174 STARTING AND OPERATING Idle Shutdown NOTE: DO NOT set the maximum vehicle speed to a value greater than what the vehicle tires are rated for. This feature can be enabled so that the truck will auto- matically shutdown when the truck has been idling for a Operating Precautions set period of time when the engine is at operating Avoid Overheating The Engine...
Page 177: Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 175 • Up Steep Hills — Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation Select a lower transmission gear. Continual operation at low engine coolant (antifreeze) • Air Conditioning — temperature below the normal range on the gauge 140°F (60°C) can be harmful to the engine. Low engine coolant Turn it off temporarily.
Page 178: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
176 STARTING AND OPERATING Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED All engine failures give some warning before the parts The engine block heater warms engine coolant and fail. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 179: Block Heater Usage
STARTING AND OPERATING 177 DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) WARNING! The purpose of the exhaust brake (engine braking) fea- Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. ture is to supply negative (braking) torque from the Damage to the 110–115 Volt electrical cord could engine.
Page 180 178 STARTING AND OPERATING until the Exhaust Brake Indicator is illuminated. Nor- removes pressure from the accelerator pedal. Exhaust mal (Full Strength) exhaust brake mode is indicated by a braking is most effective when the engine RPM is higher. yellow Exhaust Brake Indicator . The automatic transmission will downshift more aggres- sively in TOW/HAUL mode when the exhaust brake is enabled to increase brake performance.
Page 181: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 179 NOTE: For optimum braking power it is recommended Automatic Exhaust Brake can be enabled by pushing the to use the exhaust brake while in TOW/HAUL mode. exhaust brake button again anytime after the normal Full Exhaust Brake has been turned on. The “Exhaust Brake The exhaust brake feature can also be used to reduce the Indicator”...
Page 182 180 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, speed.
Page 183: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 181 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the number of reasons.
Page 184: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
182 STARTING AND OPERATING position, and the transmission is locked in PARK when- The transmission gear position display (located in the ever the ignition switch is in the full OFF position. instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. The shift lever is mounted on the right side of the steering Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System column.
Page 185 STARTING AND OPERATING 183 Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 186 184 STARTING AND OPERATING precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a WARNING! (Continued) downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL grade. if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the transfer your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the case is in a drive position.
Page 187 STARTING AND OPERATING 185 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 188 186 STARTING AND OPERATING • Release the shift lever and make sure it is fully seated CAUTION! in the PARK gate. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • Look at the transmission gear position display and must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- verify that it indicates the PARK position.
Page 189 STARTING AND OPERATING 187 DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 190 188 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- During cold temperatures, transmission operation may ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the be modified depending on engine and transmission transmission shift schedule and expand the range of temperature as well as vehicle speed.
Page 191 STARTING AND OPERATING 189 accelerate under heavily loaded conditions may be re- In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission duced. In all cases, normal operation will resume once can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Page 192 190 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service is required. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift lever is in the DRIVE position. For example, if you shift the transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission will not shift above third gear, but will shift down into second and first gears normally.
Page 193 STARTING AND OPERATING 191 WARNING! CAUTION! When using ERS for engine braking while descend- Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a ing steep grades, be careful not to overspeed the slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their engine.
Page 194 192 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting.
Page 195 STARTING AND OPERATING 193 NOTE: WARNING! • The torque converter clutch will not engage (and Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving 68RFE-equipped trucks will not shift to sixth gear), in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are braking could cause the rear wheels to slide, and the warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].
Page 196: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
194 STARTING AND OPERATING cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- CAUTION! verter will refill within five seconds after starting the engine. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
Page 197: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 195 Shifting Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. This transmission has a “creeper” first gear which should be used to start from a standing position when carrying a payload or towing a trailer.
Page 198: Downshifting
196 STARTING AND OPERATING Maximum Recommended Up-Shift Speeds Gear Selection 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 Maximum 7 mph 15 mph 25 mph 40 mph 45 mph (11 km/h) (24 km/h) (40 km/h) (64 km/h) (72 km/h)
Page 199: Reverse Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 197 Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 68 mph 50 mph 32 mph 19 mph 10 mph ) Speed (109 km/h) (80 km/h) (51 km/h) (31 km/h)
Page 200: Power Take Off Operation - If Equipped (Chassis Cab Only)
198 STARTING AND OPERATING that they are about to shift the transmission into RE- modes and further PTO information is available at the Ram VERSE (R). Due to this feature, a slow shift to REVERSE Truck Bodybuilders web site. www.rambodybuilder.com (R) can be perceived as a high shift effort.
Page 201 STARTING AND OPERATING 199 • Brake pedal must not be applied “RESUME/ACCEL” and “DECEL” cruise switches can be used respectively. To disengage PTO operation and • Vehicle engine must be running return to “standard vehicle operation” simply toggle the • No vehicle, brake or clutch switch faults present PTO switch to the OFF position.
Page 202: Mobile Mode
200 STARTING AND OPERATING • Parking brake must not be applied PTO manufacturer to ensure that their electrical (switches and remote) system is compatible with the vehicle’s • Brake pedal must not be applied electrical architecture and software functionality. • No vehicle, brake or clutch switch faults present NOTE: Single set speed can be programmed via the PTO •...
Page 203: Power Take Off - Aftermarket Installation
STARTING AND OPERATING 201 NOTE: For application specific information with respect to a point where it destroys itself due to either mechani- to PTO and pump requirements and additional vehicle cal failure or engine seizure through lack of lubrication. information (wiring schematics, preset idle values, en- gine speed limits, and vehicle hardware and software WARNING! requirements) please refer to the Body Builders Guide by...
Page 204: Fuel Requirements
202 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS WARNING! Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low...
Page 205: Fuel Specifications
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 NOTE: CAUTION! • A maximum blend of 20% biodiesel meeting ASTM If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO specification D-6751 may be used with your Cum- NOT START engine before you drain the water from mins®...
Page 206 204 STARTING AND OPERATING must first be reconfigured by an authorized Ram dealer limitations which require that you understand and ad- and the provisions in the following section must be here to the following requirements if you use blends of adhered to.
Page 207 Your Mopar/Cummins fil- interval must be maintained to the following schedule: tration system is designed to provide adequate fuel water • Ram PickUp 2500/3500 Only – 15,000 Miles* separation capabilities. • Ram 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab – 12,500 Miles*...
Page 208: Adding Fuel - 2500/3500 Diesel Models
206 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL – 2500/3500 DIESEL MODELS CAUTION! 1. Open the fuel filler door. • Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) pickup or 12,500 miles (20 000 km) chassis cab if operation occurs with greater than 5% biodiesel blends.
Page 209 STARTING AND OPERATING 207 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 210 208 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Fill Funnel Location 2500/3500 Models Emergency Fuel Fill Location 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel 3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door nozzle. open. 4. Pour fuel into funnel opening. 5.
Page 211: Adding Fuel - Chassis Cab Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 209 ADDING FUEL – CHASSIS CAB MODELS CAUTION! CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. WARNING! NOTE: •...
Page 212: Fuel Filler Cap
210 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is on a truck bed. You could be burned. vehicle when the fuel filler cap is removed or the Always place fuel containers on the ground while tank filled.
Page 213: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage
STARTING AND OPERATING 211 microbes form “slime” that will clog fuel filters and lines. Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage Drain condensation from the supply tank and change the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a very stable line filter on a regular basis. product with a long shelf life.
Page 214: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid
212 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid The DEF gauge (located on the instrument cluster) will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank. Refer to “Instrument Cluster” and “Instrument Cluster Descrip- tions” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 215 STARTING AND OPERATING 213 DEF Filler Cap and Fuel Fill 1500/2500/3500 Models Filling The DEF Tank 1 — Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location CAUTION! 2 — Diesel Fuel Fill Location • To avoid DEF spillage, and possible damage to the 2.
Page 216 214 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Stop filling the DEF tank immediately when any of the CAUTION! (Continued) following happen: DEF stops flowing from the fill • DO NOT OVERFILL. DEF will freeze below 12 bottle into the DEF tank, DEF splashes out the filler degrees F (-11 degrees C).
Page 217: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Extra care should be taken when filling with portable To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, containers to avoid overfilling. Note the level of the DEF follow the requirements and recommendations in this gauge in your instrument cluster. On pickup applica- manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Page 218 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all information. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and WARNING! ready for operation condition.
Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Frontal Area Weight-Carrying Hitch The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue maximum width of the front of a trailer. weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.
Page 220 218 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load Fifth-Wheel Hitch equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle and trailer configuration / loading to comply with Gross in the truck bed.
Page 221: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 219 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Duty...
Page 222 220 STARTING AND OPERATING Ram 2500 & 3500 Diesel 2500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar 3500 ST SLT Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman Laramie Outdoorsman 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel Max Towing: 16,710 lbs (7 579 kg) Max Towing: 18,200 lbs (8 255 kg) 6-Speed Manual Transmission...
Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING 221 Chassis Cab 4500 Diesel ST/SLT/Laramie 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel 6-Speed Manual Trans- Max Towing: 20,200 lbs (9 162 kg) mission Max Payload: 8,741 lbs (3 964 kg) 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel 6-Speed AISIN Automatic Max Towing: 24,650 lbs (11 181 kg) Transmission Max Payload: 8,661 lbs (3 928 kg) Chassis Cab 5500 Diesel...
Page 224: Trailer And Tongue Weight
222 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http://www.ramtrucks.com • http://www.ramtruck.ca (Canada) Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 225: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 226 224 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 227 STARTING AND OPERATING 225 • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 2. GTW Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the 3. GAWR proper inspection procedure. 4.
Page 228 226 STARTING AND OPERATING • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Integrated Trailer Brake Module – If Equipped Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Mod- ule (ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) trailer brakes. NOTE: This module has been designed and verified with electric trailer brakes and new electric over hydrau- lic systems.
Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING The user interface consists of the following: sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status Manual Brake Control Lever Indicator Light” will not be displayed. Slide the manual brake control lever to the right to If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent...
Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 Adjusting GAIN 4. Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. NOTE: This should only be performed in a traffic free environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph 5.
Page 232 230 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing * The suggested selection depends and may change tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels depending on the customer preferences for braking per- turn freely, increase the GAIN setting. formance.
Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING 231 NOTE: CAUTION! • An aftermarket controller may be available for use Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the with trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss brake systems.
Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 235: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The “DRIVE” range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 236 234 STARTING AND OPERATING When towing a loaded trailer up steep grades at low Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped speeds (20 mph [32 km/h] or below), holding your • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. vehicle in first gear (using the ERS switches) can help to •...
Page 237: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Air Conditioning first and only technology in decades to be as good for the environment as it is good for business and vehicle Turn off temporarily. performance. Air Suspension System The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, (oxides of nitrogen emitted from engines) that are harm- the air suspension system can be used.
Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING The DEF injection system consists of the following com- The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the ponents: achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while maintaining outstanding fuel economy, drivability, • DEF tank torque and power ratings. •...
Page 239: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS JUMP STARTING ..... .238 ▫ With Portable Starting Unit....241...
Page 240 238 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are discharged, the following procedure should be used: WARNING! Set the parking brake and place an automatic transmis- sion in PARK (or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission). •...
Page 241 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 239 1. Attach one jumper cable to the positive terminal of booster battery and the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery. WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
Page 242 240 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative 3. Take care that the clamps from one cable do not (-) post of booster battery. Connect the other end of the inadvertently touch clamps from the other cable. Do jumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of not lean over the battery when making connection.
Page 243 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 241 With Portable Starting Unit WARNING! There are many types of these units available. Follow the Any procedure other than above could result in: manufacturer’s instructions for necessary precautions • Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out and operation.
Page 245: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement. . .258 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models Only) . . .245 ▫ Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel . . .260 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — ▫...
Page 246 244 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transfer Case – If Equipped ....273 FLUID CAPACITIES ....283 ▫...
Page 247: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed 68Rfe (2500/3500 Models Only)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 245 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models Only) 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 9 —...
Page 248: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed As69Rc (3500 Models Only)
246 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED AS69RC (3500 Models Only) 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 9 —...
Page 249: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel (Chassis Cab Models Only)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 247 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL (CHASSIS CAB MODELS ONLY) 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 9 — Power Distribution Center 4 —...
Page 250: Maintenance Procedures
248 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 251: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 249 Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been parked overnight.
Page 252 250 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE mark. The total capacity from the low mark to the high Engine Oil Selection mark is 2 qts (1.9L). For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec- CAUTION! ommends engine oils that are API CJ-4 certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC.
Page 253 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 251 Oils with a high ash content may produce damaging Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) deposits on cylinder head valves and/or aftertreatment Use SAE 15W-40 MOPAR® or an equivalent engine oil system damage. A maximum sulfated ash content of 1.00 meeting Chrysler Material Standard MS-10902.
Page 254 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil quality requirements are met and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added To Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil.
Page 255: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 253 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters message will display in the Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC) when service is required. Refer to Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 256 254 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The air filter housing contains a Mass Air Flow CAUTION! sensor. This sensor is critical to proper engine operation and component longevity. Any damage or modification Driving with a restricted air filter can cause engine to this sensor could result in major engine and/or damage.
Page 257: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 255 Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter ON position, the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illuminate and an audible chime will be heard five times. There are two fuel filter assemblies. One is located on the At this point you should stop the engine and drain the driver’s side of the engine.
Page 258: Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
256 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE drained while the engine was running, the “Water In Fuel Leave the drain valve open until all water and contami- Indicator Light” may remain on for approximately three nants have been removed. When clean fuel is visible, minutes.
Page 259 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 257 CAUTION! • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. Drain the filter into an appropriate container. • Do not prefill the fuel filter when installing a new fuel filter. There is a possibility debris could be introduced into the fuel filter during this action.
Page 260: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
258 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate 10. Push down on the cartridge to ensure it is properly counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring seated. Do not pre-fill the filter housing with fuel. and discard it.
Page 261 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 259 CAUTION! • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. Drain the filter into an appropriate container. • Do not prefill the fuel filter when installing a new fuel filter. There is a possibility debris could be introduced into the fuel filter during this action.
Page 262: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Close the water drain valve. Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate WARNING! counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring and discard it. Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine running.
Page 263 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 261 CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel cranking intervals.
Page 264: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow
262 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC Refer to the following messages that may be displayed on Message Process Flow your Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): The Cummins® diesel engine meets all EPA Heavy Duty WARNING! Diesel Engine Emissions Standards, resulting in one of the lowest emitting diesel engines ever produced.
Page 265 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 263 maintenance may include replacing the Closed Crank- By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for as case Ventilation (CCV) filter element. The procedure for little as 45 minutes, you can remedy the condition in the clearing and resetting the Perform Service indicator particulate filter system and allow your Cummins®...
Page 266: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
264 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Service Required – See Dealer Now necessary to have your vehicle serviced by your local authorized dealer. Regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunc- tion. At this point the engine Powertrain Control Module CAUTION! (PCM) will register a fault code, the instrument panel will display a MIL light.
Page 267: Maintenance-Free Batteries
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 265 You can receive assistance in locating DEF in the United CAUTION! (Continued) States by calling 866-RAM-INFO (866-726-4636). In negative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positive Canada call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or 1–800–387–9983 and negative (-) and are identified on the battery (French) case.
Page 268: Cooling System
266 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE powered battery blankets will greatly increase starting flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of capability at low temperatures. Suitable battery blankets the A/C condenser (if equipped) or radiator for any are available from your authorized MOPAR® dealer. accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
Page 269 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 267 (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant expan- CAUTION! sion bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRES- • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than SURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- Cooling System –...
Page 270 268 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 271 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 269 (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. engine cooling system.
Page 272 270 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 273: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 271 • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Charge Air Cooler – Inter-Cooler minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS- The charge air cooler is positioned below the radiator and 12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec- the air conditioner condenser.
Page 274: Brake System
272 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Brake Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked WARNING! when performing under the hood service, or immedi- •...
Page 275: Clutch Hydraulic System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 273 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 276: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
274 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant is on level ground, enough lubricant should be added to bring the level to 1/4 in (6 mm) below the bottom of the Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in filler hole. “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 277 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 275 CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality, and will require more nents.
Page 278 276 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use the following procedure to check the transmission 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until fluid level properly: seated. 1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the EVIC 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on display, and operate the vehicle as required to reach both sides.
Page 279: Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 277 NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the the operating temperature, the fluid level should be transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 280 278 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Government’s Exterior Noise Regulations. These vehicles Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems can be identified by the Noise Emission Control Label The following maintenance services must be performed located in the operator’s compartment. every six months or 7,500 miles (12 000 km) whichever comes first, to assure proper operation of the noise control systems.
Page 281 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 279 Exhaust System Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damaged thereof: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any parts. Devices such as hangers, clamps, and U-bolts person, other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or should be tight and in good condition.
Page 282 280 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXHAUST SYSTEM This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and equipped by the manufacturer, and is not limited to any • Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system particular part, component or system of the vehicle components including the muffler or tailpipe.
Page 283 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 281 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 284 282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed. MILES 67,500 75,000 82,500 90,000 97,500 105,000 112,500 120,000 KILOMETERS 108 000 120 000 132 000 144 000...
Page 285: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 129 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons 132 Liters Standard Rear Tank – Chassis Cab Only 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship Tank – Chassis Cab Only 22 Gallons 83 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Approximate) –...
Page 286: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Coolant Additive Technology). Engine Oil In ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), We recommend you use 5W-40 synthetic engine oil that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required.
Page 287 ISO 22241 standard. Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 may result in system damage. You can receive assistance in locating DEF in the United States by calling 866-RAM- INFO (866-726-4636). In Canada call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or 1–800–387–9983 (French)
Page 288: Chassis
286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – If Equipped (Six-Speed We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic 68RFE) – Pickup models without PTO Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 289 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763). Clutch Linkage We recommend you use MOPAR® Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent. Manual Transmission (G-56) –...
Page 291: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ Perform Service Indicator – Cummins® MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – DIESEL ENGINE ......290 Diesel .
Page 292: Maintenance Schedule - Diesel Engine
290 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – DIESEL ENGINE At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. CAUTION! • Inspect the exhaust system. Failure to perform the required maintenance items • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. may result in damage to the vehicle. •...
Page 293 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 291 change interval may fluctuate depending on your per- Replace the engine oil and oil filter every 15,000 miles sonal driving style. Driving styles such as frequent stop (24 000 km) or six months, or sooner if prompted by the and go type driving or extended idle time can increase oil change indicator system.
Page 294: Required Maintenance Intervals
292 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE If Chassis Cab models are operated with greater than 5% will display “Perform Service”. When the “Perform Ser- levels of Biodiesel, the oil change interval must not vice” message is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to exceed 12,500 miles (20 000 km) under any circumstances.
Page 295 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 293 7,500 Miles (12,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 296 294 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 297 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 295 22,500 Miles (36,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace if necessary. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 298 296 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 299 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 297 37,500 Miles (60,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 300 298 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 45,000 Miles (72,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 301 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 299 52,500 Miles (84,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 302 300 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 303 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 301 67,500 Miles (108,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 304 302 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 75,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 305 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 303 82,500 Miles (132,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 306 304 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 90,000 Miles (144,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 307 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 305 97,500 Miles (157,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ❏...
Page 308 306 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 105,000 Miles (168,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 309 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 307 112,500 Miles (180,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏...
Page 310 308 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 120,000 Miles (192,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 311 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 309 127,500 Miles (204,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 312 310 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 135,000 Miles (216,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect drive belt, replace as required. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 313 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 311 142,500 Miles (228,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). ❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends. ** Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
Page 314 312 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 150,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank, refill if necessary. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine fuel filter element. ❏ Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. ❏...
Page 315 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 313 Inspection and service should also be performed anytime WARNING! a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- • You can be badly injured working on or around a ceipts. motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you * This maintenance is not required if belt was previously have the knowledge and the right equipment.
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Page 318 316 INDEX - RAM 1500 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .97 Warning Light ......19 Adding Fuel.
Page 319 INDEX - RAM 1500 317 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..95 , 104 Oil ......82 , 104 Oil Filler Cap .
Page 320 318 INDEX - RAM 1500 Filter ....... .86 Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ....61 Requirements .
Page 321 INDEX - RAM 1500 319 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..16 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)..95, 98 Remote Starting System..... .10 Maintenance Procedures .
Page 322 320 INDEX - RAM 1500 Tires Trailer Weight ......56 Pressure Warning Light ....22 Transfer Case Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .
Page 323 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 321 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .268 Blanket ......170 , 265 Adding Fuel .
Page 324 322 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Coolant Level ......266 Emergency, In Case of Disposal of Used Coolant .
Page 325 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 323 Filters Tank Capacity ......283 Engine Fuel ......255 Fueling .
Page 326 324 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Intervention Regeneration Strategy ... . .262 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ... .139 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .
Page 327 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 325 Dipstick ......249 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
Page 328 326 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . .252 Wiring ......232 Trailer Towing Guide.
Page 329 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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