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RAM Truck2012 manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
RAM Truck2012 Owner's Manual (500 pages)
Chassis cab
Brand:
RAM
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 3.31 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
8
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
Key Fob
15
Removing Key Fob from Ignition
16
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
14
Sentry Key
18
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
20
General Information
20
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
21
Rearming of the System
21
To Arm the System
21
To Disarm the System
21
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
22
Security System Manual Override
22
Illuminated Entry - if Equipped
22
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
23
Remote Unlock the Doors
23
To Lock the Doors
25
Using the Panic Alarm
26
Programming Additional Transmitters
27
Transmitter Battery Replacement
27
General Information
28
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
28
How to Use Remote Start
29
Door Locks
32
Manual Door Locks
32
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
33
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
34
Child-Protection Door Lock
35
Windows
36
Power Windows - if Equipped
36
Wind Buffeting
40
Occupant Restraints
40
Lap/Shoulder Belts
41
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
50
Center Lap Belts
50
Seat Belts in Passenger Seating Positions
51
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) - if Equipped
52
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
53
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
54
Seat Belt Extender
54
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Air Bag
54
Advanced Front Air Bag Features
56
Air Bag System Components
56
Air Bag Deployment Sensors and Controls
59
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
64
Child Restraints
65
Engine Break-In Recommendations
79
Safety Tips
79
Transporting Passengers
79
Exhaust Gas
80
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
81
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
83
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
85
Mirrors
89
Inside Day/Night Mirror
89
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
90
Outside Mirrors
90
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
91
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
92
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
93
Illuminated Vanity Mirror - if Equipped
93
Slide-On-Rod" Features of Sun Visor - if Equipped
94
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
94
Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
95
Operation
98
Phone Call Features
105
Uconnect™ Phone Features
108
Advanced Phone Connectivity
113
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ Phone
114
General Information
125
Voice Command - if Equipped
125
Voice Command System Operation
125
Commands
126
Voice Training
130
Seats
130
Driver's Power Seat - if Equipped
130
Passenger's Power Seat - if Equipped
132
Power Lumbar - if Equipped
134
Heated Seats - if Equipped
134
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped
137
Manual Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
138
Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
139
Head Restraints
141
40-20-40 Front Bench Seat - if Equipped
142
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
142
Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE
143
Transmitter to Memory
143
Memory Position Recall
145
To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
145
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
146
To Open and Close the Hood
147
Lights
149
Headlights
150
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
150
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)
151
Headlight Delay
151
Parking Lights and Panel Lights
151
Fog Lights - if Equipped
152
Interior Lights
152
Cargo Light
154
Lights-On Reminder
154
Battery Saver
154
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
155
Multifunction Lever
155
Windshield Wipers and Washers
157
Windshield Wipers
157
Windshield Wiper Operation
157
Intermittent Wiper System
157
Windshield Washers
158
Mist Feature
158
Tilt Steering Column
159
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
160
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
161
Electronic Speed Control
162
To Activate
163
To Set a Desired Speed
164
To Deactivate
164
To Resume Speed
164
To Vary the Speed Setting
164
To Accelerate for Passing
165
Overhead Console - if Equipped
165
Courtesy/Reading Lights
166
Electrical Power Outlets
167
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver - if Equipped
171
Power Inverter - if Equipped
172
Cupholders
174
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
174
(40-20-40 Seats)
174
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Floor Storage bin
174
Rear Cupholder - Crew Cab
175
Storage
175
Glove Box Storage
175
Door Storage
177
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
178
Seatback Storage
180
Storage (Regular Cab)
180
Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
181
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab Models)
182
Rear Window Features
182
Rear Window Defroster
182
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
183
Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped
183
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
185
Instrument Panel Features
188
Instrument Cluster - Base
189
Instrument Cluster - Premium
190
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
191
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
205
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
207
Distance to Empty (DTE)
214
EVIC Average Fuel Economy
214
Trip Functions
214
(Customer Information Features)
215
Vehicle Info
215
Compass / Temperature Display
216
Units
216
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
219
Media Center 730N/430/430N
224
Equipped
224
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
224
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
224
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
225
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
225
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
228
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
230
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
233
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
234
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
234
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
240
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
242
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
244
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
244
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
245
Ipod /USB/MP3 Control - if Equipped
249
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
250
Using this Feature
251
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
251
Play Mode
252
List or Browse Mode
253
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
255
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
256
Radio Operation
257
CD Player
257
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
258
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
258
Climate Controls
259
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
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
Key Ignition Park Interlock
280
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
280
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) - if Equipped
280
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
290
Manually Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped
290
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
292
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
293
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position Switch) - if Equipped
294
Shifting Procedure
298
Limited-Slip Differential
300
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
301
Acceleration
301
Traction
301
Driving through Water
302
Flowing/Rising Water
302
Shallow Standing Water
302
Power Steering
304
Power Steering Fluid Check
305
Parking Brake
306
Brake System
308
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
309
Tire Safety Information
311
Tire Markings
311
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
314
Tire Terminology and Definitions
315
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
316
Tires - General Information
320
Tire Pressure
320
Tire Inflation Pressures
321
Radial Ply Tires
326
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel - if Equipped
326
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
327
Full Size Spare - if Equipped
328
Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
328
Tire Spinning
329
Tread Wear Indicators
329
Life of Tire
330
Replacement Tires
330
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
332
Tire Chains
332
Snow Tires
334
Tire Rotation Recommendations
335
Dual Rear Wheels
336
Fuel Requirements
337
Reformulated Gasoline
338
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
338
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
338
MMT in Gasoline
339
Materials Added to Fuel
340
Fuel System Cautions
340
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
341
Adding Fuel
342
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
343
Vehicle Loading ▫ Certification Label
344
Trailer Towing
346
Common Towing Definitions
346
Trailer Hitch Classification
349
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
350
Trailer and Tongue Weight
350
Towing Requirements
351
Towing Tips
359
Snowplow
360
Before Plowing
361
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
361
Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached
362
Operating Tips
362
General Maintenance
363
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
364
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
364
Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
365
Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
366
What to Do in Emergencies
375
Hazard Warning Flashers
376
Jacking and Tire Changing
376
3500 Models - if Equipped
377
Preparations for Jacking
378
Jacking Instructions
379
Hoisting
388
Jump-Starting Procedures
388
Preparations for Jump-Start
389
Jump-Starting Procedure
390
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
392
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
393
Shift Lever Override
394
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
395
Towing Without the Ignition Key Fob
396
Two-Wheel Drive Models
397
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
398
Maintaining Your Vehicle
399
Engine Compartment - 5.7L
401
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
402
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
402
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
403
Replacement Parts
404
Dealer Service
405
Maintenance Procedures
405
Engine Oil
406
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
409
Engine Oil Filter
409
Maintenance-Free Battery
410
Air Conditioner Maintenance
411
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - Four-Wheel Drive Models
412
Body Lubrication
413
Windshield Wiper Blades
413
Adding Washer Fluid
414
Exhaust System
415
Cooling System
417
Brake System
423
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
426
Transfer Case
427
Automatic Transmission
428
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
431
Fuses
436
Totally Integrated Power Module
436
Vehicle Storage
441
Replacement Bulbs
442
Bulb Replacement
443
Dual or Quad Headlamp/Front Park and Turn Signal - if Equipped
443
Fog Lamps - if Equipped
445
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) with Cargo Lamp
445
Cab Top Clearance Lamps - if Equipped
447
Fluid Capacities
449
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
450
Engine
450
Chassis
451
Service Schedule
458
If You Need Consumer Assistance
471
If You Need Assistance
473
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center
474
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
474
In Mexico Contact
474
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
475
Service Contract
475
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
473
Prepare for the Appointment
473
Prepare a List
473
Be Reasonable with Requests
473
MOPAR Parts
476
Reporting Safety Defects
476
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
476
In Canada
477
Warranty Information
476
Publication Order Forms
477
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