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RAM Truck2012 Owner's Manual

RAM Truck2012 Owner's Manual (500 pages)

Chassis cab

Brand: RAM | Category: Automobile | Size: 3 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
- 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
- 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
- Windows
  36
  - Power Windows - if Equipped
    36
  - Wind Buffeting
    40
- Occupant Restraints
  40
- 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
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

85
- Mirrors
  89
- 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
- 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
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
- Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
  225
- Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
  234
- Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
  234
- 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
- Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped
  290
- 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
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
- 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
- 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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