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RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500
RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500
USER GUIDE
USER GUIDE
2011

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  • Page 1 RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 USER GUIDE USER GUIDE 2011...
  • Page 2 RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ® ) ....50 Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC . . . 2 Power Inverter ....52 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Power Outlet .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - 4WD Auto Indicator - High Beam Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Cargo Lamp On Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Exhaust Brake Indicator - TOW/HAUL Indicator (Diesel Only) - Four-Wheel Drive LOW Mode...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors. •...

  • Page 11: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED REMOTE START • Press the REMOTE START button twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off. • In order to allow proper engine pre-heating (diesel engine only), depending on engine temperature, there may be a delay of up to 30 seconds before the engine starts.

  • Page 12: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags

    GETTING STARTED • A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.

  • Page 13: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the airbags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED • Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchors more easily. • Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seatcover material.
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED • Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 1. Inner Anchor Strap Ring(s) 2. Snap Hook 3. Tether Strap 4. Passenger's Side Rear Child Seat 5. Rear Center Child Seat 6.

  • Page 16: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. •...
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Manual Seats Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position, then release the handle to lock the seat into position. Recliner • Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position.

  • Page 18: Heated/Ventilated Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback to swing (dump) forward on manual recliner seats. Do not stand or lean in front of the seat while actuating the handle. The seatback may swing forward and hit you, causing injury.

  • Page 19: Heated Steering Wheel

    GETTING STARTED Rear Heated Seats • Second row heated seat switches are located on the rear of the center console. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.

  • Page 20: Tilt Steering Column / Adjustable Pedals

    GETTING STARTED • Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on, it will operate for approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm.

  • Page 21: Diesel Engine Starting Procedures

    GETTING STARTED DIESEL ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES Engine Block Heater • For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), engine block heater usage is recommended. • For ambient temperatures below –20°F (-29°C), engine block heater usage is required. • The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood to the right side and can be located just behind the grille near the headlamp.

  • Page 22: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMS LEVER Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation •...

  • Page 23: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel, to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights • With the parking lights or low beam headlights on, push the headlight switch once for fog lights.

  • Page 24: Speed Control Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • The cruise symbol or CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.

  • Page 25: Electronic Range Select (Ers) Operation

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

  • Page 26: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation /Max A/C • Rotate the Temperature Control to the MAX A/C position to automatically turn on both Air Conditioning and Recirculation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) •...

  • Page 27: Parksense ® Rear Park Assist

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SYNC Temperature Button • Push the SYNC button once to control the driver and passenger temperatures simultaneously. Push the SYNC button a second time to control the temperatures individually. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...

  • Page 28: Diesel Exhaust Brake (Engine Braking)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) • The exhaust brake feature will only function when the driver turns the exhaust brake switch to the ON position. • The switch is located on the switch bank below the audio system. •...

  • Page 29: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) - 2500 Models Only

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) – 2500 MODELS ONLY Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description • The Tire Pressure Monitoring System on your vehicle has two different tire pressure settings based on vehicle loading. The Tire Light Load Switch is located on the Instrument Panel below the climate controls.

  • Page 30: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express • Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Closing Sunroof Express • Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from any position.

  • Page 31: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 32: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 33 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 34: Non-Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC)
  • Page 35 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with Voice Command or Uconnect™ Phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...

  • Page 36: Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 730N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV (Sales Code RER) Media Center 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD (Sales Code RBZ/RHB)
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with Uconnect Voice Command or Uconnect Phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 38 ELECTRONICS • Find the station to store by either pressing the SEEK UP/DOWN hard-key (Media Center 730N), touching the right and left arrow soft-keys (Media Center 430/430N), touching the SCAN soft-key, or by using the DIRECT TUNE soft-key. • Once the station is found, touch and hold one of the PRESET soft-keys in the list to the right, until you hear a confirmation beep.
  • Page 39 ELECTRONICS Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio • Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the screen. Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens cleaning cloth in order to clean the touch-screen. • If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50.
  • Page 40 ELECTRONICS • Touch the CONTINUE soft-key and enter your address into the speller; touch the CONTINUE soft-key again. • Touch the city name and touch the SAVE soft-key to complete programming. Change Stored Home Address • Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the MY FILES soft-key. •...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS New Destination • Touch the NAV soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen, to access the Navigation system. • Touch the Where To? soft-key to program a destination. • Next touch one of the subcategories to search for your destination. Address, Points of Interest, Recently Found, Favorites and Intersection are a few of the options.

  • Page 42: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: SIRIUS Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. • SIRIUS Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips: • Weather • View detailed weather conditions at your current location. •...

  • Page 43: Uconnect™ Phone

    ® Hands-Free Profile, Version 0.96 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or visit jeep.com/uconnect for Jeep vehicles, dodge.com/uconnect for Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles, or chrysler.com/ uconnect for Chrysler vehicles. Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also need to follow the Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” a name). • (After the BEEP), say number (or name). Phonebook Edit • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”. •...

  • Page 45: Uconnect™ Voice Command

    • Not all phones are compatible with this feature. Refer to the phone compatibility list at jeep.com/uconnect for Jeep vehicles, dodge.com/ uconnect for Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles, or chrysler.com/uconnect for Chrysler vehicles. Connected mobile phones must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio.

  • Page 46: Ipod ® Control

    ELECTRONICS • Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system. • For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System (VES)™, refer to the Uconnect™...
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS • When connected to this feature: • The iPod ® audio can be played on the vehicle’s sound system. • The iPod ® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod ® contents. Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for details. •...

  • Page 48: Video Entertainment System (Ves)

    ELECTRONICS Bluetooth ® Streaming Audio (Media Center 430/430N/230/130 only) If equipped with Uconnect™ Voice Command, your bluetooth-equipped iPod ® devices, cellphones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's speakers. Your connected device must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your Media Center radio (see Uconnect™...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Operation Of The Touch-Screen Radio • To view a DVD video press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key and insert the disc. Playback will begin automatically after the DVD is recognized by the disc drive. If playback does not begin automatically follow these steps: •...

  • Page 50: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to Programmable Features in this guide.
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Key Fob Programmable Features • The following features may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver's door lock switch. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 52: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink ® )

    ELECTRONICS Flashing Lights With Lock • The turn signal lights flashing feature, when the doors are locked or unlocked, can be turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off: • Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds.
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS Programming A Rolling Code System • At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “programming” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door).

  • Page 54: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • A 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet is located on the lower instrument panel next to the climate control knob. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. •...

  • Page 55: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There are four 12 Volt power outlets located in the vehicle. Lower left and lower right of the instrument panel – without floor mounted shifter. Inside the top storage tray – with floor mounted shifter. Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment.

  • Page 56: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE Five-Position Transfer Case OPERATION Four-Position Transfer Case • This electronically shifted transfer case provides five mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) • The transfer case provides four mode positions: • Four-wheel drive automatic range (4WD AUTO) •...
  • Page 57 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES • Shifting between 2H or 4H and 4L must be made with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the vehicle stopped or rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). NOTE: It is preferred to have the engine running and the vehicle moving at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).

  • Page 58: Utility

    UTILITY EASY-OFF TAILGATE Locking Tailgate • The lock is located next to the • To simplify mounting of a camper tailgate handle. The tailgate can be unit with an overhang, the tailgate locked using the vehicle key. can be removed. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with WARNING! a rear camera the electrical connector...

  • Page 59: Rambox

    UTILITY RAMBOX ® • The RamBox ® system is an • To open a storage bin, press and integrated pickup box storage and release the pushbutton located on cargo management system the lid. consisting of three features: • The interior of the RamBox ®...
  • Page 60 UTILITY NOTE: Provisions are provided in the • Rotate the side gates closed bins for cargo dividers and shelf allowing the outboard ends to be supports. These accessories (in positioned in front of the cargo addition to other RamBox tie-down loops. ®...
  • Page 61 UTILITY Extender Position CAUTION! • The bed extender will add an additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back • Failure to follow the following of the truck when additional cargo items could cause damage to the room is needed. vehicle: •...

  • Page 62: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS WARNING! (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT • Always close the storage bin RATINGS) covers when your vehicle is unattended or in motion. NOTE: For additional trailer towing • Do not allow children to have information (maximum trailer weight access to the storage bins.

  • Page 63: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY • Release the brake pedal for five WARNING! seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. The ITBM module has been • Repeat the previous two steps with designed and verified for electric the transmission in DRIVE. trailer brakes. Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBM •...
  • Page 64 UTILITY NOTE: CAUTION! • The first two steps are requirements that must be met prior to depressing Failure to follow these requirements the NEUTRAL button, and must can cause severe damage to the continue to be met until the four transmission and/or transfer case.

  • Page 65: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 66 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
  • Page 67 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) •...
  • Page 68 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position;...

  • Page 69: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 70: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. • Remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the seat, by pulling the front part of the cover (closest to the front of the seat) toward you to release a locking tab.
  • Page 71 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped •...
  • Page 72 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions • Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location. • Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. •...
  • Page 73 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For rear wheels, place the jack under the axle between the wheel and the shock bracket with the jack drive tubes extending to the rear. • Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area.
  • Page 74 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2500/3500-Series Trucks • For 4x2 front wheels, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • For 4x4 front wheels, place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front.
  • Page 75 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area. • Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
  • Page 76 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.

  • Page 77: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
  • Page 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure • Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. • Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.

  • Page 79: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.

  • Page 80: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE • If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever. Column Shifter • Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position and firmly set the parking brake. •...

  • Page 81: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 82: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 83: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 84: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. • Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 85: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 89: Fuel Filter/Water Separator - Diesel Only

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR — DIESEL ONLY Draining Fuel/Water Separator • If the “Water in Fuel” indicator light is illuminated and an audible chime is heard five times, you should stop the engine and drain the water from the separator.

  • Page 90: Exhaust Regeneration - Diesel Only

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXHAUST REGENERATION — DIESEL ONLY • Under certain conditions, your Cummins ® diesel engine and exhaust after-treatment system may never reach the conditions required to remove the trapped particulate matter. If this occurs, the “Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now”...

  • Page 91: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Engine Coolant MOPAR ® Antifreeze/Coolant Five 14 Quarts (13 Liters) 3.7L, 4.7L Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant Five 16 Quarts (15 Liters) ®...
  • Page 92 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Fuel Selection 87 Octane 1500 Regular Cab 3.7L, 4.7L Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional) - 32 Gallons (121 Liters) 2500/3500 Shortbed - 34 Gallons (129 Liters) 2500/3500 Longbed - 35 Gallons (132 Liters)
  • Page 93 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Engine Fuel Filter MOPAR ® Fuel Filter or equivalent. 6.7L Turbo Diesel Must meet 5 micron rating. Using a fuel filter that does not meet the — manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.

  • Page 94: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record (Gasoline Engine) Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months...
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  • Page 98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record (Diesel Engine) Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 7,500 Miles (12,000 km) or 6 Months 15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or 12 Months 22,500 Miles (36,000 km) or 18 Months 30,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 37,500 Miles (60,000 km) or 30 Months...

  • Page 99: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses) The integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
  • Page 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow Rad Fan Motor HI/Rad Fan Motor 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper Ground/Frt Wiper Motor Low/Frt Wiper Motor High 20 Amp Blue Front Washer Control 25 Amp Natural PWR Batt – Sunroof Mod 15 Amp Blue Sw Stop Switch Lamp Feed 25 Amp Natural Inverter...

  • Page 101: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue LH Front & Rear Parklamps 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 10 Amp Red ABS/ESP Module/Stoplamp Switch Sensor 25 Amp Natural All Door Lock &Unlock CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.

  • Page 102: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR ®...

  • Page 103: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its P.O. Box 21–8004 constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–866–726–4636 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 104: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select In Canada "Owner/Service Manuals", then • If you believe that your vehicle has select your desired model year and a safety defect, you should contact vehicle from the drop down lists. the Customer Service Department immediately.

  • Page 105: Mopar Accessories

    MOPAR ACCESSORIES MOPAR ACCESSORIES ® • The following highlights just some of the Authentic Ram Truck Accessories by MOPAR that are available to customize your Ram Truck. ® • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your dealer or visit MOPAR.com.

  • Page 106: Index

    INDEX Adjustable Pedals ... 18 Electronic Range Select (ERS) . . . 23 Air Conditioning ... . 24 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Airbag .
  • Page 107 INDEX Idle Up Feature ... . 26 Park Sense System, Rear ..25 Instrument Cluster ... 6 Pedals, Adjustable .
  • Page 108 INDEX Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 40 Towing Vehicle Behind a Store Radio Presets ..33,35 Motor Home ....61 Sun Roof .
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  • Page 115 Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation. WARNING! Driving after drinking can lead to an accident.
  • Page 116 RAMTRUCKS.COM RAMTRUCKS.COM This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new RAM and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual,...

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