RAM truck 2009 Manuals

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RAM truck 2009 Owner's Manual

RAM truck 2009 Owner's Manual (543 pages)

Brand: RAM | Category: Automobile | Size: 8.13 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
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
  14
- Sentry Key
  17
  - Replacement Keys
    18
  - Customer Key Programming
    19
  - General Information
    19
- Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
  20
  - Rearming of the System
    20
  - To Set the Alarm
    20
  - To Disarm the System
    20
- Illuminated Entry System - if Equipped
  21
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
  22
  - To Unlock the Doors
    22
  - To Lock the Doors
    24
  - Remote down 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
  27
  - How to Use Remote Start
    28
- Door Locks
  31
  - Manual Door Locks
    31
  - Power Door Locks - if Equipped
    32
  - Child Protection Door Lock
    35
- Windows
  36
  - Power Windows - if Equipped
    36
  - Wind Buffeting
    39
- Rambox Safety Warning
  40
  - Safety Warning
    40
- Occupant Restraints
  41
- Seat Belt Extender
  54
- Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
  54
- Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
  55
- Airbag System Components
  56
- Advanced Front Airbag Features
  57
- Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls
  62
- Event Data Recorder (EDR)
  69
  - Child Restraint
    71
- Engine Break-In Recommendations
  83
- Safety Tips
  84
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

89
- Mirrors
  95
- Uconnect Phone - if Equipped
  101
  - Operation
    103
  - Phone Call Features
    111
  - Uconnect Phone Features
    114
  - Advanced Phone Connectivity
    119
  - Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect Phone
    121
  - General Information
    129
- Voice Recognition (VR) System - if Equipped
  129
  - Voice Recognition (VR) System Operation
    129
  - Commands
    131
  - Voice Training
    134
- Seats
  134
  - Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
    135
  - Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
    136
  - Adjustable Head Restraints
    138
  - Eight-Way Power Seats - if Equipped
    138
  - Power Lumbar - if Equipped
    140
  - Heated Seats - if Equipped
    140
  - Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
    142
  - 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - if Equipped
    142
- Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
  143
  - Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE
    143
  - Transmitter to Memory
    143
  - Memory Position Recall
    144
  - To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
    145
  - Self-Limiting Control
    146
  - Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control
    146
- To Open and Close the Hood
  147
- Lights
  148
  - Headlights
    149
  - Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
    149
  - Headlight Delay
    150
  - Parking Lights and Panel Lights
    150
  - Fog Lights - if Equipped
    150
  - Interior Lights
    151
  - Cargo Light
    152
  - Lights-On Reminder
    153
  - Battery Saver
    153
  - Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)
    153
  - Multifunction Lever
    153
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  156
  - Windshield Wipers
    156
  - Mist Feature
    157
  - Windshield Washers
    157
- Tilt Steering Column
  158
- Heating Steering Wheel - if Equipped
  159
- Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
  160
  - Adjustment
    160
- Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
  162
  - To Activate
    162
  - To Set a Desired Speed
    163
  - Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
    163
  - To Resume Speed
    163
  - Varying the Speed Setting
    163
  - To Accelerate for Passing
    164
- Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
  
  164
  - Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
    165
    
    Rear Park Assist Sensors
    165
    
    Rear Park Assist Warning Display
    166
    
    Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist
    169
    
    Service the Rear Park Assist
    170
    
    Cleaning the Rear Park Assist
    170
  - Rear Backup Camera - if Equipped
    170
    
    Turning the Rear Camera on or off - with Navigation Radio
    172
    
    Turning the Rear Camera on or off - Without Navigation Radio
    172
  - Overhead Console - if Equipped
    173
    
    Courtesy/Reading Lights
    174
  - Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
    176
    
    Programming Homelink
    177
    
    Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
    180
    
    Using Homelink
    180
    
    Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    181
    
    Security
    181
    
    Troubleshooting Tips
    181
    
    General Information
    182
  - Power Sunroof - if Equipped
    182
    
    Open Sunroof - Express Mode
    183
    
    Closing Sunroof - Express
    184
    
    Pinch Protect Feature
    184
    
    Pinch Protect Override
    184
    
    Venting Sunroof - Express
    184
    
    Sunshade Operation
    184
    
    Wind Buffeting
    185
    
    Sunroof Maintenance
    185
    
    Sunroof Fully Closed
    185
  - Electrical Power Outlets
    185
  - Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
    189
  - Power Inverter - if Equipped
    190
  - Cupholders
    191
    
    Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
    191
    
    (40-20-40 Seats)
    191
    
    Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Mounted Shifter
    192
    
    Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab
    192
    
    Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
    193
  - Storage
    193
    
    Glove Box Storage
    193
    
    Door Storage
    195
    
    Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
    196
    
    Second Row In-Floor Storage bin - if Equipped
    198
    
    Seatback Storage
    199
    
    Storage (Regular Cab)
    199
    
    Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
    200
    
    Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
    200
- Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
  
  200
  - Rear Window Features
    201
    
    Rear Window Defroster
    201
    
    Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
    202
    
    Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
    202
  - Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
    203
  - Pickup Box
    205
    
    Rambox - if Equipped
    205
    
    Bed Extender - if Equipped
    209
    
    Bed Rail Tie-Down System
    216
  - Slide-In Campers
    218
    
    Camper Applications
    218
  - Easy-Off Tailgate
    218
    
    Disconnecting the Rear Camera - if Equipped
    218
    
    Removing the Tailgate
    219
    
    Locking Tailgate - if Equipped
    220
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

221
Starting and Operating

307
- Starting Procedures
  311
  - Normal Starting
    311
  - Automatic Transmission
    311
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    312
  - After Starting
    313
- Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
  313
- Automatic Transmission
  314
- Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
  328
- Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped
  341
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  342
- Driving through Water
  343
  - Flowing/Rising Water
    343
  - Shallow Standing Water
    343
- Driving Off-Road
  345
- Power Steering
  345
  - Power Steering Fluid Check
    347
- Parking Brake
  348
- Brake System
  349
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
    350
- Multi-Displacement System (MDS) (if Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
  351
- Electronic Brake Control System
  352
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    352
  - Traction Control System (TCS)
    353
  - Brake Assist System (BAS)
    353
  - Hill Start Assist (HSA)
    354
  - Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
    358
  - Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
    363
- Tire Safety Information
  364
  - Tire Markings
    364
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    368
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    369
- Tires - General Information
  373
  - Tire Pressure
    373
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    374
  - Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
    376
  - Radial Ply Tires
    376
  - Tire Spinning
    376
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    377
  - Life of Tire
    378
  - Replacement Tires
    378
- Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
  379
- Tire Chains
  380
- Snow Tires
  381
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  381
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
  383
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System Components
    385
  - General Information
    387
- Fuel Requirements
  388
  - 3.7L and 4.7L Engine
    388
  - 5.7L Engine
    388
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    389
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    389
  - E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
    390
  - MMT in Gasoline
    390
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    391
  - Fuel System Cautions
    391
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    392
- Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) - if Equipped
  392
  - E-85 General Information
    392
  - Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
    394
- Starting and Operating
  394
  - Fuel Requirements
    394
  - Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
    395
  - Starting
    395
  - Cruising Range
    395
  - Replacement Parts
    396
  - Maintenance
    396
- Adding Fuel
  396
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message
    398
- Vehicle Loading
  398
  - Certification Label
    398
- Trailer Towing
  401
  - Common Towing Definitions
    401
  - Trailer Hitch Classification
    405
  - Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
    406
  - Trailer and Tongue Weight
    406
  - Towing Requirements
    407
  - Towing Tips
    412
- Snowplow
  413
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  414
  - Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
    414
  - Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
    415
What to Do in Emergencies

421
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  422
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  422
  - Jack Location
    423
  - Removing the Spare Tire
    428
  - Preparations
    429
  - Instructions
    430
- Hoisting
  435
- Jump-Starting Procedures
  435
  - With Portable Starting Unit
    437
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
  438
- Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
  439
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  439
  - 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles
    440
Maintaining Your Vehicle

441
- Engine Compartment- 3.7L
  443
- Engine Compartment- 4.7L
  444
- Engine Compartment- 5.7L
  445
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
  446
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    446
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  447
- Replacement Parts
  448
- Dealer Service
  449
- Maintenance Procedures
  449
  - Engine Oil
    450
  - Engine Oil Filter
    452
  - Engine Air Cleaner Filter
    452
  - Maintenance-Free Battery
    453
  - Air Conditioner Maintenance
    454
  - Body Lubrication
    455
  - Windshield Wiper Blades
    456
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    456
  - Exhaust System
    457
  - Cooling System
    460
  - Brake System
    465
  - Rear Axle and Four-Wheel Drive Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
    467
  - Transfer Case
    468
  - Automatic Transmission
    468
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    471
- Fuses
  477
  - Totally Integrated Power Module
    477
- Vehicle Storage
  482
- Bulb Replacement
  483
- Replacement Light Bulbs
  483
- Fluids and Capacities
  490
- Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
  491
  - Engine
    491
  - Chassis
    492
  - Service Schedule
    498
If You Need Consumer Assistance

513
- If You Need Assistance
  515
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  515
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    515
  - Prepare a List
    515
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    515
- MOPAR Parts
  518
- Reporting Safety Defects
  518
  - In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
    518
  - In Canada
    519
- Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
  518
- Publication Order Forms
  519
  - Traction Grades
    521
- Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
  521
  - Quality Grades
    521
  - Treadwear
    521

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RAM truck 2009 Quick Reference Manual

RAM truck 2009 Quick Reference Manual (13 pages)

Brand: RAM | Category: Automobile | Size: 6.52 MB

Table of Contents

Manual Climate Controls
2
Air Recirculation
2
AIR Conditioning (A/C)
3
Sync Temperature Button
3
Power Seat
4
Power Lumbar
4
Driver Memory Seat
4
Non-Touch-Screen Radio
5
Remote Start
5
Panic Alarm
5
Clock Setting
5
Ment Panel
7
Fuel Cap
8
Instrument Panel Dimmer
9
Cargo Light
9
Headlight Switch
9
Fog Lights
9
Speed Control Lever
10
Cruise On/Off
10
Turn Signals/Lane Change ASSIST
11
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Controls
11
Mopar Accessories
12

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