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RAM Truck 2013 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 R a m Tr u c k 2 0 1 3 D i e s e l S u p p l e m e n t O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..4...
  • Page 6 4 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 7: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .6 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..10 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ....6...

  • Page 8: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 5

    6 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED 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 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 7 • Fuel meets minimum requirement Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
  • Page 10 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, Press and release the REMOTE START button on the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON position the RKE transmitter twice, within five seconds.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 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 the When remote start is activated, the heated steering end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the unlock wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the door and...

  • Page 12: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    10 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 13: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....12 Displays ......23 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    12 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 15: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 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 16 14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light CAUTION! (Continued) will come on when the ignition is first turned on and control system. It also could affect fuel economy and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and drivability.
  • Page 17 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 4. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal Driving with a hot engine cooling system could when the turn signal lever is operated. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads NOTE: “H”...
  • Page 18 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL In this case, the light will remain on until the condition WARNING! (Continued) has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Vehicle.”...
  • Page 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17 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 20 18 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 21 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 14. Fuel Gauge As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when ON/RUN position.
  • Page 22 20 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 23 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 17. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped on the shift lever to activate ERS. Refer to “Automatic Transmission” in “Starting And Operating” for further This indicator will illuminate when the front fog information. lights are on. 20.
  • Page 24 22 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Light”...

  • Page 25: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system conveniently allows the driver to select a (EVIC) variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center –...
  • Page 26 24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Exhaust Filter XX% Full Safely Drive at Highway • 5 MPH Max Speed Refill DEF Speeds To Remedy • Service DEF System See Dealer • Exhaust Filter Full – Power Reduced See Dealer • 5 MPH Max Speed in XXX mi Service DEF System See •...
  • Page 27 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25 EVIC Warning Lights NOTE: The “Wait To Start Light” may not illuminate if the intake manifold temperature is warm enough. Water In Fuel Indicator Light Low Coolant Level Indicator The “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illumi- nate when there is water detected in the fuel This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle filters.
  • Page 28 26 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Power Reduced Up To 2 Min (Minutes) During • DEF Low Refill Soon – This message will display Warmup - This message will display during start up when the low level is reached, during vehicle start up, when the ambient temperature is -25°...

  • Page 29: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fault Warning Messages

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 • The vehicle will only be capable of a maximum speed NOTE: A minimum of 2 gallons (9.5 Liters) may be of 5 MPH upon the first of the following conditions to required to restore normal vehicle operation. Although occur: the vehicle will start normally and can be placed in gear •...
  • Page 30 28 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following NOTE: Under some circumstances this mileage counter warnings will display: may start with a value of less than 200 miles (322 km). For example, if recurring faults are detected in a time interval •...

  • Page 31: Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)

    NOTE: The battery voltage may show a fluctuation at RAM Active Air System 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, heater system.
  • Page 32 30 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Coolant Temp • Fuel Filter Life Displays the actual coolant temperature. Displays the percentage of fuel filter life remaining, and the miles since the last reset. • Oil Pressure • Exhaust Brake Displays the actual oil pressure. Displays actual exhaust brake power.

  • Page 33: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Starting Fluids ......45 STARTING PROCEDURES ....34 ▫...
  • Page 34 32 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ..54 POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED (CHASSIS CAB ONLY) ..75 ▫ Block Heater Usage .....54 ▫...
  • Page 35 STARTING AND OPERATING 33 ▫ Bulk Fuel Storage – Diesel Fuel ... .88 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ....93 ▫...

  • Page 36: Starting Procedures

    34 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-second number of reasons.

  • Page 37: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 35 Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Normal Starting Start the engine with the transmission in the NEUTRAL Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. driving range.
  • Page 38 36 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under cold weather conditions, the engine may 3. If the shift lever/shift selector is not in PARK, the not immediately crank if the Wait To Start telltale is ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two illuminated.
  • Page 39 STARTING AND OPERATING 37 ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – 4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position) displays “OFF”).
  • Page 40 38 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure CAUTION! except: If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, 1. Pushing the engine start button with the driver’s foot DO NOT START engine before you drain the water on the brake will move the ignition from OFF or ACC from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.
  • Page 41 STARTING AND OPERATING 39 NOTE: CAUTION! • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to The engine may automatically crank when the ‘‘Wait 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbo- To Start’’ time has elapsed. To abort the automatic charger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine starting process, ensure the driver’s foot is fully warm-up.

  • Page 42: Extreme Cold Weather

    40 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather Normal Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C) The Cummins® diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting operation: the engine.

  • Page 43: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air

    STARTING AND OPERATING 41 5. When the engine starts, release the key fob. CAUTION! (Continued) 6. Check that the oil pressure warning light has turned from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage. Refer to off. “Maintenance Procedures/Draining Fuel/Water Sepa- rator Filter”...
  • Page 44 42 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure 3. After the “Wait To Start” telltale goes off, turn the except: ignition switch to the START position. Do not press the accelerator during starting. 1. The “Wait To Start” telltale will remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the engine temperature.

  • Page 45: Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 43 • If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left ON NOTE: for more than two minutes after the “Wait To Start” • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to telltale goes out, reset the grid heaters by turning the 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbo- ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five charger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine...
  • Page 46 44 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If multiple pre-heat cycles are used before 4. If the engine is started before the “Wait To Start” starting, additional engine run time may be required to telltale turns off, the preheat cycle will turn off. maintain battery state of charge at a satisfactory level.

  • Page 47: Starting Fluids

    STARTING AND OPERATING 45 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 48: Normal Operation - Diesel Engine

    46 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 49 STARTING AND OPERATING 47 NOTE: Winter Front Usage • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or A winter front or cold weather cover is to be used in Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a ambient temperatures below -10°C, especially during noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
  • Page 50 48 STARTING AND OPERATING power to crank at the same RPM. The use of 120 VAC feature is designed to protect the turbocharger from powered battery blankets will greatly increase starting damage and will only operate in PARK or NEUTRAL. capability at low temperatures.

  • Page 51: Engine Idling

    STARTING AND OPERATING 49 Engine Idling Idle-Up Feature – Automatic Transmission Only Avoid prolonged idling, long periods of idling may be The driver-controlled high idle speed feature will help harmful to your engine because combustion chamber increase cylinder temperatures and provide additional temperatures can drop so low that the fuel may not burn cab heat, however, excessive idling may still cause the completely.

  • Page 52: Stopping The Engine

    50 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The engine RPM will go up to 1100 RPM. To increase NOTE: the RPM, press and hold the ACCEL/RESUME switch • During engine shut down on vehicles equipped with and the idle speed will increase to approximately manual transmissions, it is normal for the diesel en- 1500 RPM.

  • Page 53: Idle Shutdown

    STARTING AND OPERATING 51 Idle Shutdown Idle Time Turbo- (min.) This feature can be enabled so that the truck will auto- Driving charger Load Before matically shutdown when the truck has been idling for a Condition Tempera- Engine set period of time when the engine is at operating ture Shutdown temperature.

  • Page 54: Operating Precautions

    52 STARTING AND OPERATING Operating Precautions Cooling System Tips – Automatic Transmission To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Avoid Overheating The Engine heating in high ambient temperature conditions, take the The temperature of the engine coolant (antifreeze) (a following actions: mixture of 50% ethylene-glycol and 50% water) must not •...
  • Page 55 STARTING AND OPERATING 53 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 When the engine is at normal operating temperature, the fail. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, minimum oil pressures required are: and visual evidence that the engine requires service.

  • Page 56: Block Heater Usage

    54 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 57: Diesel Exhaust Brake (Engine Braking)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 55 DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) The purpose of the exhaust brake (engine braking) fea- ture is to supply negative (braking) torque from the engine. Typically, the engine braking is used for, but not limited to, vehicle towing applications where vehicle braking can be achieved by the internal engine power, thereby sparing the mechanical brakes of the vehicle.

  • Page 58: Automatic Transmission

    56 STARTING AND OPERATING The automatic transmission will downshift more aggres- NOTE: For optimum braking power it is recommended sively in TOW/HAUL mode when the exhaust brake is to use the exhaust brake while in TOW/HAUL mode. enabled to increase brake performance. The exhaust brake feature can also be used to reduce the engine warm up time.

  • Page 59: If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 57 Automatic Exhaust Brake can be enabled by pushing the CAUTION! (Continued) exhaust brake button again anytime after the normal Full • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, Exhaust Brake has been turned on. The “Exhaust Brake or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
  • Page 60 58 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL fob and lock your vehicle. if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. •...

  • Page 61: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 59 Key Ignition Park Interlock Six-Speed Automatic Transmission – If Equipped This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- Chassis Cab models (with automatic transmission) use lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK the AS69RC transmission (which is equipped with a before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF Power Take-Off [PTO] access cover on the right side of...
  • Page 62 60 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Gear Ranges precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new NEUTRAL into another gear range. vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
  • Page 63 STARTING AND OPERATING 61 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- if it is not completely in PARK.
  • Page 64 62 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 65 STARTING AND OPERATING 63 • 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 66 64 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 67 STARTING AND OPERATING 65 If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission ing limits, the powertrain controller will modify the temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- transmission shift schedule and expand the range of proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to torque converter clutch engagement.
  • Page 68 66 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the Transmission function is monitored electronically for following steps: abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 1.
  • Page 69 STARTING AND OPERATING 67 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 70 68 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 71 STARTING AND OPERATING 69 • vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and • the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated. When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode.
  • Page 72 70 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • The torque converter clutch will not engage (and Do not use the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driving 68RFE-equipped trucks will not shift to sixth gear), in icy or slippery conditions. The increased engine until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are braking could cause the rear wheels to slide, and the warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].

  • Page 73: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 71 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED Shifting WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied. The parking brake should al- ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an incline.
  • Page 74 72 STARTING AND OPERATING Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you NOTE: When loaded, pulling a trailer or on a grade, the release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator truck should always start in first gear and not skip gears. pedal.

  • Page 75: Downshifting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 73 Downshifting CAUTION! Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift recommended to preserve brakes when driving down one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine steep hills.

  • Page 76: Reverse Shifting

    74 STARTING AND OPERATING Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 68 mph 50 mph 32 mph 19 mph 10 mph ) (109 km/h) (80 km/h) (51 km/h) (31 km/h) (16 km/h...

  • Page 77: Power Take Off Operation - If Equipped (Chassis Cab Only)

    EVIC screen and select mobile PTO mode. Details of the PTO selection modes and further PTO information is To shift out of REVERSE bring the vehicle to a complete available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders web site. stop and press the clutch. Shifting out of REVERSE prior www.rambodybuilder.com to a complete stop may cause high shift effort.

  • Page 78: Stationary Mode

    76 STARTING AND OPERATING Stationary Mode The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a PTO On message for five seconds if the above To operate the PTO in this mode the vehicle must meet conditions are met. Otherwise, the EVIC will display a the following conditions: message To Operate PTO Shift To Park indicating what •...

  • Page 79: Mobile Mode

    1,200 RPM (engine speed) PTO menu on the EVIC screen. Further details are in PTO stationary mode. Once engaged, the TCC will available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders website. remain applied and will not disengage until the engine www.rambodybuilder.com www.ramtrucks.com.

  • Page 80: Power Take Off - Aftermarket Installation

    78 STARTING AND OPERATING • No vehicle, brake or clutch switch faults present gine speed limits, and vehicle hardware and software requirements) please refer to the Body Builders Guide by • Vehicle engine must be running accessing www.rambodybuilder.com and choosing the •...

  • Page 81: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 79 FUEL REQUIREMENTS WARNING! Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in In case of engine runaway due to flammable fumes your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this from fuel spills or turbocharger oil leaks being vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel sucked into the engine, do the following to help (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low...

  • Page 82: Fuel Specifications

    80 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions NOT START engine before you drain the water from and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.

  • Page 83: Bio-Diesel Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 81 NOTE: must first be reconfigured by an authorized Ram dealer and the provisions in the following section must be • A maximum blend of 20% biodiesel meeting ASTM adhered to. specification D-6751 may be used with your Cum- mins®...
  • Page 84 82 STARTING AND OPERATING limitations which require that you understand and ad- Fuel Oxidation Stability - Must Use Fuel Within here to the following requirements if you use blends Six Months Of Manufacture of Biodiesel greater then 5% but not greater than 20% Biodiesel fuel has poor oxidation stability which can (B6-B20).
  • Page 85 Biodiesel higher than 20%. • Ram PickUp 2500/3500 Only –15,000 Miles* • Ram 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab – 12,500 Miles* (*unless otherwise notified with a oil service message)

  • Page 86: Adding Fuel - 2500/3500 Diesel Models

    84 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL – 2500/3500 DIESEL MODELS 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system. 1. Open the fuel filler door. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling.
  • Page 87 STARTING AND OPERATING 85 Emergency Fuel Can Refueling 1. Retrieve fuel funnel from the jack kit located under the front passenger seat. Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door. A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can.
  • Page 88 86 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel 5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to nozzle. putting back in the jack kit. CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off”...

  • Page 89: Adding Fuel - Chassis Cab Models

    STARTING AND OPERATING 87 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable is full. container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be •...

  • Page 90: Fuel Filler Cap

    88 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Filler Cap Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel If the fuel filler cap is lost or damaged, be sure the Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. severe damage to the engine fuel system.

  • Page 91: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage

    STARTING AND OPERATING 89 If the vehicle will not start, refer to “Maintenance DEF is subject to freezing at the lowest temperatures. Procedures/Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel” For example, DEF may freeze at temperatures at or below in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...

  • Page 92: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    90 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Fill Procedure The DEF gauge (located on the Electronic Vehicle Infor- NOTE: Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” mation Center (EVIC) display) will display the level of in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type. DEF remaining in the tank.
  • Page 93 STARTING AND OPERATING 91 2. Insert DEF fill adapter/nozzle into DEF tank filler neck. DEF Filler Cap and Fuel Fill 2500/3500 Models Filling The DEF Tank 1 — Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location 2 — Fuel Fill Location...
  • Page 94 92 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 95: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    STARTING AND OPERATING 93 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID System Overview Your vehicle is equipped with a Selective Catalytic Re- This vehicle is equipped with a Diesel Exhaust Fluid duction system in order to meet the very stringent diesel (DEF) injection system and a Selective Catalytic Reduc- emissions standards required by the Environmental Pro- tion (SCR) catalyst to meet the emission requirements.
  • Page 96 94 STARTING AND OPERATING The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while main- taining outstanding fuel economy, drivability, torque and power ratings. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for system messages and warnings.

  • Page 97: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ With Portable Starting Unit ....99 JUMP STARTING ..... . .96...
  • Page 98 96 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt batteries. If it becomes necessary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are WARNING! discharged, the following procedure should be used: •...
  • Page 99 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 97 CAUTION! (Continued) yellow. If the charge indicator (if equipped) has a green dot in the center, failure to start is not due to a discharged battery and cranking system should be checked. 1. Attach one jumper cable to the positive terminal of booster battery and the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery.
  • Page 100 98 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. After the engine is started or if the engine fails to start, WARNING! cables must be disconnected in the following order: • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the •...
  • Page 101 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 99 With Portable Starting Unit There are many types of these units available. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for necessary precautions and operation. CAUTION! It is very important that the starting unit operating voltage does not exceed 12 Volts DC or damage to battery, starter motor, alternator, or electrical system may occur.

  • Page 103: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement . .116 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models Only) . . .103 ▫ Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel . . .118 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — ▫...
  • Page 104 102 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transfer Case – If Equipped ....131 FLUID CAPACITIES ....141 ▫...

  • Page 105: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed 68Rfe (2500/3500 Models Only)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 103 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 106: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel - Six-Speed As69Rc (3500 Models Only)

    104 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 107: Engine Compartment - 6.7L Diesel (Chassis Cab Models Only)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 105 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 108: Maintenance Procedures

    106 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 109: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 107 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 110 108 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE mark. The total capacity from the low mark to the high the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC. Use MOPAR® mark is 2 qts (1.9L). or an equivalent oil meeting Chrysler Material Standard MS-10902. Products meeting Cummins® CES 20081 may CAUTION! also be used.
  • Page 111 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 109 The same oil change interval is to be followed for synthetic CAUTION! oil as for petroleum based oil. Also, synthetic oil must meet Failure to use SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil in the same performance specifications as petroleum oil. ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) could result CAUTION! in severe engine damage.
  • Page 112 110 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine oil not designated by the Chrysler or Cummins® the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its Material Standards and API CJ-4 should not be used, as performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- engine and exhaust system durability may be compro- tives.

  • Page 113: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Engine Air Cleaner Filter “SERVICE AIR FILTER” message will be displayed. The message may not be displayed in subsequent drive cycles CAUTION! if the same conditions are not met. The air filter element should be replaced within 250 miles (402 km) from the All air entering the engine intake must be filtered.

  • Page 114: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter

    112 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE repeats every 60 seconds, visually inspect the air filter for CAUTION! snow/ice build up or extreme water saturation. If the air filter is not damaged, remove all snow/ice and reinstall Many aftermarket performance air filter elements do air filter.
  • Page 115 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 113 If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” comes on and a CAUTION! single chime is heard while you are driving, or with the • Do not drain the fuel/water separator filters when ignition switch in the ON position, there may be a problem with your water separator wiring or sensor.

  • Page 116: Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement

    114 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drain the fuel/water separator filters when the “Water In Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement Fuel Indicator Light” is ON. Within 10 minutes of vehicle NOTE: Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manu- shutdown, turn the engine mounted filter drain valve facturer’s filtration and water separating requirements (located on the side of the filters) counterclockwise 1/4 can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.
  • Page 117 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 115 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 118: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement

    116 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench. Rotate 11. Install lid onto housing and tighten to 22.5 ft lbs counterclockwise for removal. Remove used o-ring (30.5 N.m). Do not overtighten the lid. and discard it. 12.
  • Page 119 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 117 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 120: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel

    118 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 Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the and discard it.
  • Page 121 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 119 CAUTION! CAUTION! Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the use Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 sec- of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel system. onds at a time. Allow two minutes between the cranking intervals.

  • Page 122: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow

    120 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 the low- est emitting diesel engine ever produced.
  • Page 123 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 121 have the emissions maintenance performed. Emissions By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for as maintenance may include replacing the Closed Crankcase little as 45 minutes, you can remedy the condition in the Ventilation (CCV) filter element. The procedure for clear- particulate filter system and allow your Cummins®...

  • Page 124: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    122 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 125: Maintenance-Free Batteries

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 123 You can receive assistance in locating DEF in the United CAUTION! (Continued) States by calling 866-RAM-INFO (866-726-4636). In Canada negative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positive call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or 1–800–387–9983 (French) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery Maintenance-Free Batteries case.

  • Page 126: Cooling System

    124 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Battery Blanket Usage Engine Coolant Checks A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°). For the same de- 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where crease in temperature, the engine requires twice as much applicable).
  • Page 127 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 125 engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. CAUTION! The radiator drain cock is located in the lower radiator • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than tank. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant expan- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- sion bottle.
  • Page 128 126 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE vent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is CAUTION! (Continued) important that you use the same engine coolant (OAT • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant conforming to MS-12106) throughout the life of coolant (antifreeze) products.
  • Page 129 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 127 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- Cooling System Pressure Cap ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that the engine coolant will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant...
  • Page 130 128 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Points To Remember WARNING! (Continued) NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci- kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine from the front of the engine compartment.

  • Page 131: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 129 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Charge Air Cooler – Inter-Cooler required, the cooling system should be pressure tested The charge air cooler is positioned below the radiator and for leaks. the air conditioner condenser. Air enters the engine •...

  • Page 132: Brake System

    130 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 immediately •...

  • Page 133: Clutch Hydraulic System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 131 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 134: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    132 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant vehicle is on level ground, enough lubricant should be added to bring the level to 1/4 in (6 mm) below the Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in bottom of the filler hole. “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 135 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 133 CAUTION! CAUTION! Recommended fluid may cause deterioration in Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as transmission shift quality, and will require more the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, nents.
  • Page 136 134 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 137 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 135 NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below 8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake. the operating temperature, the fluid level should be NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make with the fluid at 60-70°F / 16-21°C for 68RFE transmis- sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.

  • Page 138: Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty

    136 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty All vehicles built over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in the United States are required to comply with the Federal Government’s Exterior Noise Regulations.
  • Page 139 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 137 or suspected. Proper maintenance of the entire vehicle Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited will help the effectiveness of the noise control systems. Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any Exhaust System person, other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damaged...
  • Page 140 138 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 141 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 139 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 142 140 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 143: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 141 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 144: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    142 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 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 145 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 143 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Crankcase Ventilation Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® CCV Filter. 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 146: Chassis

    API Certified to the 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 147 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 145 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid. Front and Rear Axle Fluid We recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Limited-Slip (2500/3500) 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles Limited slip additive is not required. Front and Rear Axle Fluid We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763).

  • Page 149: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ Perform Service Indicator – MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – DIESEL ENGINE ..... . .148 Cummins® Diesel .....150 ▫...
  • Page 150 148 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 151 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 149 miles or 400 hours, whichever comes first. Failure to NOTE: change the engine oil per the maintenance schedule can • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals result in internal engine damage. exceed 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or six months or For information on resetting the Oil Change Indicator 500 Hours, whichever comes first.
  • Page 152 150 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform Service Indicator – Cummins® Diesel Required Maintenance Intervals Your vehicle will require emissions maintenance at a set Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following interval. To help remind you when this maintenance is pages for the required maintenance intervals. due, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display “Perform Service”.
  • Page 153 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 151 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 154 152 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 155 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 153 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 156 154 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 157 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 155 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 158 156 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 159 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 157 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 160 158 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 161 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 159 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 162 160 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 163 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 161 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 164 162 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 165 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 163 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 166 164 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 167 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 165 112,500 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 168 166 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 169 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 167 127,500 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 170 168 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 171 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 169 142,500 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. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 172 170 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 173 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 171 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.

  • Page 175: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 176 174 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .126 Emergency Starting ..... . .96 Adding Fuel.
  • Page 177 INDEX 175 Disposal of Used Coolant ....128 Emergency, In Case of Drain, Flush, and Refill ....125 Jump Starting .
  • Page 178 176 INDEX Filters Specifications ......80 Engine Fuel ......112 Tank Capacity .
  • Page 179 INDEX 177 Lights Manual Transmission ..... . .71 Airbag ....... .18 Fluid Level Check .
  • Page 180 178 INDEX Identification Logo ..... .108 Seat Belts Materials Added to ..... .110 Reminder .
  • Page 181 INDEX 179 Tachometer ......13 Viscosity, Engine Oil ..... . .109 Tip Start .
  • Page 182 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.
  • Page 183 Chrysler Group LLC 13D241-226-AA Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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