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RAM Truck Chassis Cab 2011 Owner's Manual

RAM Truck Chassis Cab 2011 Owner's Manual (494 pages)

Chassis Cab

Brand: RAM | Category: Automobile | Size: 4.34 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
  14
- Sentry Key
  18
  - 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
  - Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
    21
  - 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 - 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
    35
- Windows
  36
  - Power Windows - if Equipped
    36
  - Wind Buffeting
    39
- Occupant Restraints
  40
- Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
  54
- Airbag System Components
  55
- Advanced Front Airbag Features
  56
- Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls
  58
- Event Data Recorder (EDR)
  64
- Child Restraints
  65
- Engine Break-In Recommendations
  76
- Safety Tips
  76
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

81
- Mirrors
  85
- Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
  93
  - Operation
    95
  - Phone Call Features
    103
  - Uconnect™ Phone Features
    106
  - Advanced Phone Connectivity
    111
  - Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ Phone
    113
  - General Information
    124
- Voice Command - if Equipped
  124
  - Voice Command System Operation
    124
  - Commands
    125
  - Voice Training
    129
- Seats
  129
  - Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
    130
  - Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
    131
  - Head Restraints
    133
  - Power Seats - if Equipped
    134
  - Power Lumbar - if Equipped
    136
  - Heated Seats - if Equipped
    137
  - Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
    140
  - 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - if Equipped
    141
- Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
  141
  - Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE
    142
  - Transmitter to Memory
    142
  - Memory Position Recall
    143
  - To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
    144
  - Self-Limiting Control
    144
  - Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control
    145
- To Open and Close the Hood
  145
- Lights
  147
  - Headlights
    148
  - Automatic Headlights
    148
  - Headlight Delay
    149
  - Parking Lights and Panel Lights
    149
  - Fog Lights - if Equipped
    150
  - Interior Lights
    150
  - Cargo Light
    152
  - Lights-On Reminder
    152
  - Battery Saver
    152
  - Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
    153
  - Multifunction Lever
    153
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  154
  - Windshield Wipers
    154
  - Windshield Washers
    155
  - Mist Feature
    156
- Tilt Steering Column
  156
- Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
  157
- Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
  159
- Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
  160
  - To Activate
    161
  - To Set a Desired Speed
    161
  - Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
    162
  - To Resume Speed
    162
  - Varying the Speed Setting
    162
  - To Accelerate for Passing
    163
- Overhead Console - if Equipped
  163
  - Courtesy/Reading Lights
    164
- Electrical Power Outlets
  165
- Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
  169
- Power Inverter - if Equipped
  170
- Cupholders
  172
- Storage
  173
  - Glove Box Storage
    173
  - Door Storage
    175
  - Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
    176
  - Seatback Storage
    178
  - Storage (Regular Cab)
    178
  - Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
    179
  - Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
    180
- Rear Window Features
  180
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

183
- Instrument Panel Features
  186
- Instrument Cluster - Base
  187
- Instrument Cluster - Premium
  188
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions
  189
- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
  203
  - Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
    205
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    211
  - EVIC Average Fuel Economy
    211
  - Trip Functions
    211
  - Vehicle Info
    212
  - (Customer Information Features)
    212
  - Units
    213
  - Compass / Temperature Display
    213
  - Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
    216
- Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
  221
- Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV - if Equipped
  221
  - Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
    221
  - Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
    221
- Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
  230
- Ipod Control - if Equipped
  246
  - Connecting the Ipod
    247
  - Using this Feature
    247
  - Controlling the Ipod Using Radio Buttons
    248
  - Play Mode
    248
  - List or Browse Mode
    250
  - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only)
    252
  - System Activation
    252
  - Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
    252
  - Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode
    253
  - Satellite Antenna
    253
  - Reception Quality
    253
  - Operating Instructions - Uconnect
    254
  - Multimedia (Satellite) Mode
    254
  - Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (if Equipped)
    256
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
  256
  - Radio Operation
    257
  - CD Player
    257
- CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
  257
- Climate Controls
  258
  - Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
    259
  - Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
    263
  - Summer Operation
    268
  - Winter Operation
    268
  - Vacation/Storage
    269
  - Window Fogging and Frosting
    269
  - Outside Air Intake
    269
  - Operating Tips
    270
- Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
  258
Starting and Operating

271
- Starting Procedures
  275
  - Normal Starting
    275
  - Automatic Transmission
    275
  - Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or 29°C)
    276
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    276
  - After Starting
    277
- Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
  277
- Automatic Transmission
  278
- Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
  286
- Limited-Slip Differential
  296
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  297
  - Acceleration
    297
  - Traction
    298
- Driving through Water
  298
  - Flowing/Rising Water
    298
  - Shallow Standing Water
    299
- Power Steering
  300
  - Power Steering Fluid Check
    301
- Parking Brake
  302
- Brake System
  304
  - Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
    304
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
    305
- Tire Safety Information
  307
  - Tire Markings
    307
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    310
  - Tire Terminology and Definitions
    311
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    312
- Tires - General Information
  316
  - Tire Pressure
    316
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    317
  - Radial Ply Tires
    322
  - Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel - if Equipped
    322
  - Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
    323
  - Full Size Spare - if Equipped
    324
  - Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
    324
  - Tire Spinning
    325
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    325
  - Life of Tire
    326
  - Replacement Tires
    326
- Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
  328
- Tire Chains
  328
- Snow Tires
  330
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  331
  - Dual Rear Wheels
    332
- Fuel Requirements
  333
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    334
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    334
  - E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
    335
  - MMT in Gasoline
    335
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    336
  - Fuel System Cautions
    336
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    337
- Adding Fuel
  338
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    339
- Vehicle Loading
  340
  - Certification Label
    340
- Trailer Towing
  342
  - Common Towing Definitions
    342
  - Trailer Hitch Classification
    345
  - Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
    346
  - Trailer and Tongue Weight
    346
  - Towing Requirements
    347
  - Towing Tips
    355
- Snowplow
  356
  - Before Plowing
    357
  - Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
    357
  - Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached
    358
  - Operating Tips
    358
  - General Maintenance
    359
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  360
What to Do in Emergencies

371
- Hazard Warning Flashers
  372
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  372
  - 3500 Models - if Equipped
    373
  - Preparations for Jacking
    374
  - Jacking Instructions
    375
- Hoisting
  384
- Jump-Starting Procedures
  384
  - Preparations for Jump-Start
    384
  - Jump-Starting Procedure
    386
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
  388
- Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
  389
- Shift Lever Override
  390
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  391
  - Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
    391
  - Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
    391
Maintaining Your Vehicle

393
- Engine Compartment - 5.7L
  395
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
  396
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    396
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  397
- Replacement Parts
  398
- Dealer Service
  399
- Maintenance Procedures
  399
  - Engine Oil
    400
- Engine Oil Filter
  402
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter
  403
- Maintenance-Free Battery
  404
- Air Conditioner Maintenance
  405
- Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
  406
- Body Lubrication
  407
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  407
- Adding Washer Fluid
  408
  - Exhaust System
    408
  - Cooling System
    411
  - Brake System
    417
  - Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
    420
  - Transfer Case
    421
  - Automatic Transmission
    422
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    425
- Fuses
  430
  - Totally Integrated Power Module
    430
- Vehicle Storage
  435
- Bulb Replacement
  436
- Replacement Bulbs
  436
- Fluid Capacities
  443
- Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
  444
  - Engine
    444
  - Chassis
    445
  - Service Schedule
    452
If You Need Consumer Assistance

465
- If You Need Assistance
  467
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  467
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    467
  - Prepare a List
    467
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    467
- MOPAR Parts
  470
- Reporting Safety Defects
  470
  - In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
    470
  - In Canada
    471
- Warranty Information
  470
- Publication Order Forms
  471

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