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RAM 2500 2011 Owner's Manual (630 pages)
Brand:
RAM
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 7 MB
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
5
Introduction
3
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
How to Use this Manual
6
Warnings and Cautions
8
Van Conversions/Campers
8
Vehicle Identification Number
9
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
11
A Word about Your Keys
14
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) - if Equipped
14
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
14
Key FOB
15
Removing Key FOB from Ignition
16
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
16
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
17
Sentry Key
17
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
19
General Information
20
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
20
Rearming of the System
20
To Arm the System
20
To Disarm the System
21
Illuminated Entry - if Equipped
21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
22
To Unlock the Doors
22
To Lock the Doors
24
Remote Open Window Feature
25
If Equipped
25
Using the Panic Alarm
26
Programming Additional Transmitters
26
Transmitter Battery Replacement
26
General Information
27
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
28
How to Use Remote Start
28
Door Locks
31
Manual Door Locks
31
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
32
Child-Protection Door Lock
34
Windows
36
Power Windows - if Equipped
36
Wind Buffeting
40
Occupant Restraints
40
Lap/Shoulder Belts
41
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
49
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
49
Center Lap Belts
50
Energy Management Feature
50
Seat Belts in Passenger Seating Positions
51
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode - if Equipped
52
Seat Belt Pretensioners - if Equipped
52
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
53
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
54
Seat Belt Extender
54
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags
55
Airbag System Components
56
Advanced Front Airbag Features
57
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls
61
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
68
Child Restraints
69
Engine Break-In Recommendations
82
Safety Tips
83
Transporting Passengers
83
Exhaust Gas
83
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
84
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
86
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
89
Mirrors
95
Inside Day/Night Mirror
95
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
95
Outside Mirrors
96
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
97
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
98
Power Folding Outside Mirrors - if Equipped
99
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
100
Driver's Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
100
Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped
101
Slide-On-Rod" Features of Sun Visor - if Equipped
101
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
102
Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
103
Voice Command - if Equipped
103
Seats
104
Power Seats - if Equipped
104
Power Lumbar - if Equipped
106
Heated Seats - if Equipped
107
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
110
Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
111
Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
112
40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - if Equipped
113
Mega Cab Rear Seat Features
113
Head Restraints
117
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
119
Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE Transmitter T O Memory
120
Memory Position Recall
121
To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
122
Self-Limiting Control
122
Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control
123
To Open and Close the Hood
123
Lights
125
Headlights
126
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
126
Headlight Delay
127
Parking Lights and Panel Lights
127
Fog Lights - if Equipped
127
Interior Lights
128
Cargo Light
129
Lights-On Reminder
130
Battery Saver
130
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - if Equipped
130
Multifunction Lever
130
Windshield Wipers and Washers
132
Windshield Wipers
132
Windshield Washers
133
Mist Feature
134
Tilt Steering Column
134
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
135
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
136
Adjustment
137
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
138
To Activate
138
To Set a Desired Speed
139
Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
139
To Resume Speed
139
Varying the Speed Setting
139
To Accelerate for Passing
140
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
141
Parksense Sensors
141
Parksense Warning Display
141
Parksense Display
142
Enabling and Disabling Parksense
145
Service the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
146
Cleaning the Parksense System
147
Parksense System Usage Precautions
147
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped
150
Turning Parkview on or off - with Navigation/Multimedia Radio
151
Turning Parkview on or off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
152
Overhead Console - if Equipped
152
Courtesy/Reading Lights
153
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
154
Programming Homelink
156
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
158
Using Homelink
159
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
159
Security
159
Troubleshooting Tips
160
General Information
160
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
161
Open Sunroof - Express Mode
162
Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
162
Closing Sunroof - Express
162
Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
162
Pinch Protect Feature
163
Venting Sunroof - Express
163
Ignition off Operation
163
Sunshade Operation
163
Wind Buffeting
164
Sunroof Maintenance
164
Sunroof Fully Closed
164
Electrical Power Outlets
164
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
168
Power Inverter - if Equipped
169
Cupholders
171
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
171
(40-20-40 Seats)
171
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
171
Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab
172
Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
172
Storage
173
Glove Box Storage
173
Door Storage
174
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
175
Second Row In-Floor Storage bin - if Equipped
178
Seatback Storage
179
Storage (Regular Cab)
179
Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
179
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
180
Rear Window Features
181
Rear Window Defroster
181
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
182
Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
182
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
182
Rambox - if Equipped
185
Rambox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins
185
Rambox Safety Warning
188
Bed Extender - if Equipped
189
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
196
Easy-Off Tailgate
198
Disconnecting the Rear Camera - if Equipped
198
Removing the Tailgate
199
Locking Tailgate
200
Slide-In Campers
198
Camper Applications
198
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
201
Instrument Panel Features
205
Switch Bank Button Description
206
Upper Switch Bank
206
Lower Switch Bank
207
Instrument Cluster - Base
208
Instrument Cluster - Premium
209
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
227
EVIC Displays
229
Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver Mode / Distance to Empty (DTE) - if Equipped
235
Trip Functions
237
(Customer Information Features)
238
Tire Psi
238
Vehicle Info
238
Units
239
Compass / Temperature Display
240
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
242
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
249
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
250
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
253
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
255
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
257
Media Center 730N/430/430N
249
If Equipped
249
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
249
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
249
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
258
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
258
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
264
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
266
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
269
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
269
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
270
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
274
Ipod Control - if Equipped
274
Connecting the Ipod
275
Using this Feature
275
Controlling the Ipod Using Radio Buttons
275
Play Mode
276
List or Browse Mode
277
Ipod /USB/MP3 Control - if Equipped
279
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
280
Using this Feature
281
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
281
Play Mode
281
List or Browse Mode
283
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
285
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ - if Equipped
286
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
287
Radio Operation
288
CD Player
288
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
289
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
289
Climate Controls
290
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
290
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
295
Summer Operation
299
Winter Operation
299
Vacation/Storage
299
Outside Air Intake
300
Window Fogging and Frosting
300
Operating Tips
301
Starting and Operating
303
Starting Procedures
309
Normal Starting
309
Automatic Transmission
309
Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or 29°C)
310
If Engine Fails to Start
310
After Starting
311
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
311
Automatic Transmission
312
Key Ignition Park Interlock
313
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
313
Four-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
313
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
318
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
326
Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped
326
Starting and Operating
326
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted
328
Transfer Case
328
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
329
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - if Equipped
330
Shifting Procedure
334
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - if Equipped
336
Shifting Procedure
340
Axle Locker System (2500 Models Only) - if Equipped
342
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
345
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
347
Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics
347
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
350
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)
351
Hill Climbing
354
Driving through Water
356
Airing down for Off-Road Driving
359
Vehicle Recovery
360
After Driving Off-Road
364
Limited-Slip Differential
365
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
366
Acceleration
366
Traction
366
Driving through Water
367
Flowing/Rising Water
367
Shallow Standing Water
367
Off-Road Driving Tips
369
After Driving Off-Road
369
Winch Usage (Power Wagon Only) - if Equipped
370
Things to Know before Using Your Winch
370
Understanding the Features of Your Winch
372
Winch Accessories
374
Operating Your Winch
375
Rigging Techniques
387
Power Steering
389
Power Steering Fluid Check
390
Multi-Displacement System (MDS) (if Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
391
Parking Brake
391
Brake System
393
Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
393
Electronic Brake Control System
394
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
394
Traction Control System (TCS) - if Equipped
394
Brake Assist System (BAS) - if Equipped
395
Hill Start Assist (HSA) - if Equipped
396
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) - if Equipped
399
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC off Indicator Light
403
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) - if Equipped
404
Tire Safety Information
405
Tire Markings
405
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
408
Tire Terminology and Definitions
409
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
410
Tires - General Information
414
Tire Pressure
414
Tire Inflation Pressures
415
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
417
Radial Ply Tires
417
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel - if Equipped
418
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
418
Full Size Spare - if Equipped
419
Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
419
Tire Spinning
420
Tread Wear Indicators
421
Life of Tire
421
Replacement Tires
422
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
423
Tire Chains
424
Snow Tires
426
Tire Rotation Recommendations
427
Directional Tires - if Equipped
428
Dual Rear Wheels
428
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
429
Base System
432
Premium System - if Equipped
434
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description (2500 Models) - if Equipped
437
General Information
441
Fuel Requirements
441
3.7L and 4.7L Engine
441
5.7L Engine
442
Reformulated Gasoline
442
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
443
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
443
MMT in Gasoline
444
Materials Added to Fuel
444
Fuel System Cautions
445
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
446
Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) - if Equipped
446
E-85 General Information
446
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
447
Fuel Requirements
448
Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
449
Cruising Range
449
Maintenance
450
Adding Fuel
450
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
452
Vehicle Loading ▫ Certification Label
452
Trailer Towing
454
Common Towing Definitions
455
Trailer Hitch Classification
459
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
460
Trailer and Tongue Weight
460
Towing Requirements
461
Towing Tips
470
Snowplow
472
1500 Models Only
472
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
476
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
476
Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
477
Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
477
What to Do in Emergencies
487
Hazard Warning Flashers
489
Jacking and Tire Changing
489
Jack Location
490
Removing the Spare Tire
495
Preparations
496
Instructions
497
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - if Equipped
504
Wheel Nuts
505
To Stow the Flat or Spare
507
Hoisting
508
Jump-Starting Procedures
508
Preparations for Jump-Start
509
Jump-Starting Procedure
510
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
512
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
513
Shift Lever Override
514
Column Shifter - if Equipped
514
Center Console Shifter - if Equipped
515
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
516
Two-Wheel Drive Models
518
Towing Without the Ignition Key FOB
518
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
519
Maintaining Your Vehicle
521
Engine Compartment - 3.7L
524
Engine Compartment - 4.7L
525
Engine Compartment - 5.7L
526
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
527
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
527
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
528
Replacement Parts
529
Dealer Service
530
Maintenance Procedures
530
Engine Oil
531
Engine Oil Filter
533
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
534
Maintenance-Free Battery
534
Air Conditioner Maintenance
536
Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
537
(Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks Only)
537
Body Lubrication
537
Adding Washer Fluid
538
Exhaust System
539
Cooling System
542
Brake System
547
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
549
Transfer Case
550
Automatic Transmission
551
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
554
Fuses
560
Totally Integrated Power Module
560
Vehicle Storage
565
Replacement Bulbs
566
Bulb Replacement
567
Dual or Quad Headlamp/Front Park and Turn Signal - if Equipped
567
Fog Lamps
569
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal and Backup Lamps
570
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) with Cargo Lamp
571
Cab Top Clearance Lamps - if Equipped
573
Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) - if Equipped
574
Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) - if Equipped
575
Fluid Capacities
576
Service Schedule
586
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
4
Introduction
2
Table of Contents
4
Introduction
5
How to Use this Manual
5
Warnings and Cautions
7
Van Conversions/Campers
7
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
10
A Word about Your Keys
13
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) - if Equipped
13
Key FOB
14
Removing Key FOB from Ignition
15
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
13
Sentry Key
17
Replacement Keys
18
Customer Key Programming
18
General Information
19
Rearming of the System
19
To Arm the System
19
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
19
Illuminated Entry - if Equipped
20
To Disarm the System
20
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
21
To Unlock the Doors
21
To Lock the Doors
23
Remote Open Window Feature - if
24
Equipped
24
Using the Panic Alarm
25
Programming Additional Transmitters
25
Transmitter Battery Replacement
25
General Information
26
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
26
How to Use Remote Start
27
Door Locks
30
Manual Door Locks
30
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
31
Child-Protection Door Lock
34
Power Windows - if Equipped
35
Wind Buffeting
39
Windows
35
Occupant Restraints
39
Lap/Shoulder Belts
41
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
49
Center Lap Belts
49
Energy Management Feature
50
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode - if Equipped
50
Seat Belts in Passenger Seating Positions
51
Seat Belt Pretensioners - if Equipped
52
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
52
Seat Belt Extender
54
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
54
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags
55
Airbag System Components
56
Advanced Front Airbag Features
57
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls
62
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
68
Child Restraints
69
Engine Break-In Recommendations
82
Safety Tips
83
Transporting Passengers
83
Exhaust Gas
84
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
85
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
87
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
88
Mirrors
94
Inside Day/Night Mirror
94
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
95
Outside Mirrors
95
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
96
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
97
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
98
Driver's Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
98
Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped
99
Slide-On-Rod" Features of Sun Visor - if Equipped
99
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
100
Seats
101
Power Seats - if Equipped
102
Power Lumbar - if Equipped
104
Heated Seats - if Equipped
104
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
107
Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
108
Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
109
40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - if Equipped
110
Mega Cab Rear Seat Features
111
Head Restraints
114
Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
101
Voice Command - if Equipped
101
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
117
Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE
118
Transmitter to Memory
118
Memory Position Recall
119
To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
119
Self-Limiting Control
120
Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control
120
To Open and Close the Hood
121
Lights
123
Headlights
124
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
124
Headlight Delay
125
Parking Lights and Panel Lights
125
Fog Lights - if Equipped
125
Interior Lights
126
Cargo Light
127
Lights-On Reminder
128
Battery Saver
128
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)
128
Multifunction Lever
128
Windshield Wipers and Washers
130
Windshield Wipers
130
Windshield Washers
131
Mist Feature
132
Tilt Steering Column
132
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
133
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
134
Adjustment
135
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
136
To Activate
136
To Set a Desired Speed
137
Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
137
To Resume Speed
137
Varying the Speed Setting
137
To Accelerate for Passing
138
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
139
Parksense Sensors
139
Parksense Warning Display
139
Parksense Display
140
Enabling and Disabling Park Sense
144
Service the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
144
Cleaning the Parksense System
145
Parksense System Usage Precautions
145
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped
148
Turning Parkview on or off - with Navigation/Multimedia Radio
149
Turning Parkview on or off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
149
Overhead Console - if Equipped
150
Courtesy/Reading Lights
150
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
152
Programming Homelink
153
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
156
Using Homelink
156
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
157
Security
157
Troubleshooting Tips
157
General Information
158
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
158
Open Sunroof - Express Mode
159
Closing Sunroof - Express
159
Pinch Protect Feature
160
Pinch Protect Override
160
Venting Sunroof - Express
160
Sunshade Operation
160
Wind Buffeting
160
Sunroof Maintenance
161
Sunroof Fully Closed
161
Electrical Power Outlets
161
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
164
Power Inverter - if Equipped
165
Cupholders
167
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
167
(40-20-40 Seats)
167
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
167
Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab
168
Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
168
Storage
169
Glove Box Storage
169
Door Storage
171
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
172
Second Row In-Floor Storage bin - if Equipped
174
Seatback Storage
175
Storage (Regular Cab)
175
Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
175
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
176
Rear Window Defroster
177
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
178
Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
178
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
178
Rambox - if Equipped
181
Rambox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins
181
Rambox Safety Warning
184
Bed Extender - if Equipped
185
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
192
Easy-Off Tailgate
194
Disconnecting the Rear Camera - if Equipped
195
Removing the Tailgate
196
Locking Tailgate
197
Slide-In Campers
194
Camper Applications
194
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
198
Instrument Panel Features
202
Switch Bank Button Description
203
Upper Switch Bank
203
Lower Switch Bank
204
Instrument Cluster - Base
205
Instrument Cluster - Premium
206
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
207
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
224
EVIC Displays
226
Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver Mode / Distance
232
To Empty (DTE) - if Equipped
232
Trip Functions
234
(Customer Information Features)
235
Tire Psi
235
Vehicle Info
235
Units
236
Compass / Temperature Display
237
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
239
Media Center 730N/430/430N (Rer/Rbz/Rhb) CD/DVD/Hdd/Nav - if Equipped
245
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
245
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
246
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
246
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
246
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
249
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
252
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
254
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
255
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
255
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
261
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
263
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
266
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
266
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
267
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
271
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) 0.5 - if Equipped
271
Connecting the Ipod
272
Using this Feature
273
Controlling the Ipod Using Radio Buttons
273
Play Mode
273
List or Browse Mode
275
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) 1.0 - if Equipped
277
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
277
Using this Feature
278
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
278
Play Mode
278
List or Browse Mode
280
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
282
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ - if Equipped
283
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
284
Radio Operation
285
CD Player
285
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
286
Climate Controls
286
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
287
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
291
Summer Operation
296
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
286
Winter Operation
296
Outside Air Intake
297
Vacation/Storage
297
Window Fogging and Frosting
297
Operating Tips
298
Starting and Operating
300
Starting Procedures
306
Normal Starting
306
Automatic Transmission
306
If Engine Fails to Start
307
After Starting
308
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
308
Automatic Transmission
309
Key Ignition Park Interlock
310
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
310
Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override
310
Four-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
312
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
317
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
324
Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped
324
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
327
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
328
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - if Equipped
328
Shifting Procedure
332
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position Switch) - if Equipped
335
Shifting Procedure
339
Axle Locker System (2500 Models Only) - if Equipped
341
Safe Off-Road Driving - Power Wagon Only
344
Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle Characteristics
344
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
346
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks and Other High Points)
348
Hill Climbing
350
Driving through Water
353
Airing down for Off-Road Driving
355
Vehicle Recovery
356
After Driving Off-Road
360
Limited-Slip Differential
361
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
362
Acceleration
362
Traction
363
Driving through Water
363
Flowing/Rising Water
363
Shallow Standing Water
364
Off-Road Driving Tips
365
After Driving Off-Road
365
Winch Usage (Power Wagon Only) - if Equipped
367
Things to Know before Using Your Winch
367
Understanding the Features of Your Winch
369
Winch Accessories
371
Operating Your Winch
372
Rigging Techniques
384
Power Steering
386
Power Steering Fluid Check
387
Multi-Displacement System (MDS) (if Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
388
Parking Brake
388
Brake System
391
3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
391
Electronic Brake Control System
391
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
391
Traction Control System (TCS) - if Equipped
392
Brake Assist System (BAS) - if Equipped
393
Hill Start Assist (HSA) - if Equipped
394
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) - if Equipped
397
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC off Indicator Light
400
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) - if Equipped
401
Tire Safety Information
402
Tire Markings
402
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
406
Tire Terminology and Definitions
407
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
408
Tires - General Information
412
Tire Pressure
412
Tire Inflation Pressures
413
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
414
Radial Ply Tires
415
Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
415
Tire Spinning
416
Tread Wear Indicators
417
Life of Tire
417
Replacement Tires
418
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
419
Tire Chains
419
Snow Tires
421
Tire Rotation Recommendations
422
Directional Tires - if Equipped
423
Dual Rear Wheels
424
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
425
Base System
427
Premium System - if Equipped
429
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description (2500 Models) - if Equipped
432
General Information
436
Fuel Requirements
436
3.7L and 4.7L Engine
436
5.7L Engine
437
Reformulated Gasoline
437
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
438
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
438
MMT in Gasoline
439
Materials Added to Fuel
439
Fuel System Cautions
440
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
441
Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) - if Equipped
441
E85 General Information
441
Ethanol Fuel (E85)
442
Fuel Requirements
443
Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E85) and Gasoline Vehicles
444
Cruising Range
444
Replacement Parts
444
Maintenance
445
Adding Fuel
445
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
447
Vehicle Loading
447
Certification Label
447
Trailer Towing
449
Common Towing Definitions
450
Trailer Hitch Classification
454
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
455
Trailer and Tongue Weight
455
Towing Requirements
456
Towing Tips
465
Snowplow
467
1500 Models Only
467
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
472
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
472
Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
473
Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
473
What to Do in Emergencies
482
Hazard Warning Flasher
483
Jacking and Tire Changing
483
Jack Location
484
Removing the Spare Tire
489
Preparations
490
Instructions
491
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers - if Equipped
498
Wheel Nuts
499
To Stow the Flat or Spare
501
Hoisting
502
Jump-Starting Procedures
502
Preparations for Jump-Start
503
Jump-Starting Procedure
504
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
506
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
508
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
509
Towing Without the Ignition Key FOB
510
Two-Wheel Drive Models
511
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
511
Maintaining Your Vehicle
514
Engine Compartment - 3.7L
517
Engine Compartment - 4.7L
518
Engine Compartment - 5.7L
519
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
520
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
520
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
521
Replacement Parts
522
Dealer Service
523
Maintenance Procedures
523
Engine Oil
524
Engine Oil Filter
526
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
527
Maintenance-Free Battery
527
Air Conditioner Maintenance
529
Front Driveshaft Lubrication - 2500/3500
530
(Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks Only)
530
Body Lubrication
530
Windshield Wiper Blades
531
Adding Washer Fluid
531
Exhaust System
532
Cooling System
535
Brake System
540
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
542
Transfer Case
543
Automatic Transmission
544
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
547
Fuses
553
Totally Integrated Power Module
553
Vehicle Storage
559
Bulb Replacement
560
Dual or Quad Headlamp/Front Park and Turn Signal - if Equipped
560
Fog Lamps
563
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal and Backup Lamps
563
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) with Cargo Lamp
565
Cab Top Clearance Lamps - if Equipped
566
Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) - if Equipped
568
Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) - if Equipped
569
Replacement Bulbs
560
Maintaining Your Vehicle
569
Fluid Capacities
570
Engine
572
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
572
Chassis
573
Service Schedule
579
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