Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2007 DH Ram Dodge
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...........
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 A Message From DaimlerChrysler Corporation . . . 5 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 5 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 7 䡵 V an Conversions/Campers .
INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents.
A MESSAGE FROM DAIMLERCHR YSLER CORPORA TION DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Cummins welcome you as a new Dodge Ram Cummins T urbo Diesel- powered tr uck owner . Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in the United States are diesel power ed because of the fuel economy , rugged durability , and high torque which permits pulling heavy loads.
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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es which could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual you may miss important information.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instr ument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- mobile Information Disclosure Label af fixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 2 ▫ Locking Doors W ith The Key .............. 1 4 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ....
▫ T o Unlock The Doors ................... 2 0 ▫ T o Lock The Doors ..................... 2 1 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm .................. 2 2 ▫ General Information .................... 2 2 ▫ T ransmitter Battery Service ............... 2 3 䡵 Door Locks .
▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag ............ 4 5 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............... 5 6 ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 5 7 䡵 New Engine Break-In ..................... 7 1 䡵 Safety T ips .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer . Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic T ransmission Place the shift lever in P ARK.
NOTE: If you try to remove the key befor e you place the lever in P ARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder . If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly , then remove the key as described.
Manual T ransmission—If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to pr ovide antitheft protection for your vehicle. It may be dif ficult to turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Y our vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with- out the ignition key . If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either dir ection and the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock.
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two (2) seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine. NOTE: A key , which has not been programmed, is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer . Customer Key Programming Y ou can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key T ransponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interfer ence that may cause undes- ired operation.
NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked by your dealer . T o Disarm the System: Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock the door .
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter .
5. This will enable you to unlock all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. T o lock the doors: Press and r elease the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF , when the doors are locked, the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once.
Using the Panic Alarm T o activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press and release the P ANIC button on the transmitter once. When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights will illuminate, the headlamps and parking lights will flash, and the horn will sound.
T ransmitter Battery Service The recommended r eplacement battery is a 3V lithium 2016 cell. This transmitter requir es two batteries. NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit boar d. 1. W ith transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade or dime to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.
DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Front and Rear doors may be locked, by moving the lock plunger up or down. All doors may be opened with the inside door handle without lifting the lock plunger . Doors locked before closing will remain locked when closed. The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle.
Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
2. Fasten your seat belt (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming pr ocedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. W ithin 15 seconds cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times; ending in the LOCK position (do not start the engine) 5.
4. W ithin 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four times ending in the LOCK position (do not start the engine) . 5. W ithin 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction. 6.
slide the lever UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child-protection locks. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. W ARNING! A void trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
WINDOWS Power Windows—If Equipped The control on the left fr ont door panel has up-down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window contr ol and on the rear doors of Quad Cab and Mega Cab models.
W indow Lockout Switch (4 Door Models Only) The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. T o disable the window controls on the other doors, pr ess the window lock button. T o enable the window controls, press the window contr ol button again.
Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry fr om the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window . Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears.
W ARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly .
W ARNING! It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
W ARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well.
4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The r etractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 6. T o release the belt, push the r ed button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
The black buckle latch plate can be removed when the key is pressed into the buckle. Allow the retractor to take up the surplus webbing, and the buckles will hang vertically from the cab back exit bezel, thus fr eeing up all the area behind the fr ont seats.
W ARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the black latch and black buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted.
W ARNING! If the black latch and buckle are not connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not restrain you properly . Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front r ow outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downwar d to help position the belt away from your neck.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you ar e taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you r elease the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for pr oper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly . The pretensioners ar e triggered by the airbag contr ol module. Like the airbags, the pretensioners ar e single use items.
3. W ithin 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least thr ee times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. 4. T urn off the engine. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the pro- gramming.
W ARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed.
W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
Here ar e some simple steps you can follow to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. • Children 12 years and under should ride buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
W ARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly . In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.
The W indow Airbag System, on vehicles equipped, consists of the following: • AIRBAG Readiness Light (shared with the fr ont airbag system) • W indow Bags Above the Side W indows.
W ARNING! Ignoring the AIR BAG light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away .
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch – (Standard Cab V ehicles Only) The passenger front airbag is to be turned of f only if the passenger: • is an infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the fro.
W ARNING! Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/ shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck, or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) or windshield in a crash.
If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and fr ont passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold.
W indow Airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—If Equipped The window airbag control module determines if a side collision is severe enough to r equire the side airbags to inflate. The window airbag control module will not detect roll over , front or r ear collisions.
Maintaining Y our Airbag Systems W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you.
for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your dealer if the fuse is good. Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an airbag .
nature, such as would identify a particular driver , ve- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially . Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora- tion to any third party except when: 1.
Children 12 years and under should ride pr operly buck- led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children ar e safer when properly r estrained in the rear seats rather than in the fr ont. W ARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby , can become a missile inside the vehicle.
infant carriers do, so they can be used rearwar d-facing by children who weigh mor e than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a fr ont passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off.
W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
Pull the belt from the r etractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child r estraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then pull on the belt until it is all removed fr om the retractor . Allow the belt to return to the r etractor , pulling on the excess web- bing to tighten the lap portion about the child re- straint.
W ARNING! Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when install- ing an infant or child restraint.
Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorag.
some time. In fact, many child restraint manufactur ers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. Because the lower anchorages are to be intr oduced to passenger carrying.
Installing the Child Restraint System W ARNING! Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LA TCH attachments in the center position of a Quad Cab model rear seat. The LA TCH anchorages in this seat are designed for the two outboard seating posi- tions only .
W ARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to the square opening in the sheet metal. 3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the manufactur er’s instructions. Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence - (Quad Cab Rear Seats) 1.
5. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head restraint to the tether anchor dir ectly behind the seat and to the anchor directly behind the right seat.
Multiple Child Restraint Quad Cab THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2.
T ether Anchorage Points at All Three Seating Positions (Mega Cab) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor dir ectly behind the seat. 2.
• The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible. • Check belt fit periodically . A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle.
CAUTION! • During the first 500 miles (805 km) your new vehicle is driven, do not tow a trailer . Doing so may damage your vehicle. • Limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h) during the first 500 miles (805 km) of towing. SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers This vehicle is designed to carry passengers in the cab only .
Exhaust Gas W ARNING! Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a poten- tially toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless. T o avoid inhaling these gases, the following precau- tions should be observed: • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area.
Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Heater Defroster Ducts Inspect the heater defroster ducts for pr oper operation. Check for proper air flow thr ough all defroster ducts.
Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water , oil, or other fluid leaks.
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UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors ............................... 8 2 ▫ Inside Mirror ......................... 8 2 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror— If Equipped .... 8 3 ▫ Outside Mirrors ....................... 8 3 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e .
▫ Reclining Seats ....................... 1 1 1 ▫ Adjustable Head Restraints .............. 1 1 1 ▫ Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped ......................... 1 1 2 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped .............. 1 1 3 ▫ Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models .
䡵 Electronic Speed Contr ol — If Equipped ...... 1 3 3 ▫ T o Activate .......................... 1 3 3 ▫ T o Set At A Desir ed Speed ............... 1 3 4 ▫ T o Deactivate ........................ 1 3 4 ▫ T o Resume Speed .................
▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Pr ogramming . . 147 ▫ Using HomeLink ..................... 1 4 8 ▫ Erasing HomeLink Buttons .............. 1 4 8 ▫ Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 148 ▫ Security ............................ 1 4 9 䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped .
䡵 Storage .............................. 1 5 9 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped ......................... 1 5 9 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)— If Equipped ......................... 1 6 0 ▫ Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models) .
MIRRORS Inside Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the r ear window . Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Automatic Dimming Mirror— If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare fr om vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pr essing the button at the base of the mirror . A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in a right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side convex mirror could cause you to collide with an- other vehicle or other object.
Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or right mirror , and set it to the center off position to pr event accidentally moving a mirror when you ar e finished adjusting the mirror . T o adjust a mirror , select left or right with the top switch, and press one of the four arr ows for the direction you want the mirr or to move.
NOTE: Fold th e7x1 0 inch trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. Blindspot Mirror T railer T owing Position 86 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE.
HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙ Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ ”W ork ⬙ or ⬙ Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212 ⬙ ).
The rearview mirr or contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system. The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Pr ofile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www .chrysler .com/uconnect for supported phones.
• Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt or another prompt. • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙ Setup ⬙ and then ⬙ Phone Pairing, ⬙ the following compound command can be said: ⬙ Setup Phone Pairing.
Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone T o begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requir es a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth ⬙ Hands-Free Pr ofile, ⬙ version 0.
• Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority . Y ou can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect™ system. However , at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnect™ System.
• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a pr evi- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- book. Refer to ⬙ Add Names to Y our UConnect™ Phonebook, ⬙ to learn how to store a name in the phonebook.
four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
• After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. Y ou can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙ List Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose.
• T o call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙ V oice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name, and then say ⬙ Call. ⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙ Edit ⬙ or ⬙ Delete ⬙ operations at this point. • The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call.
Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress T o make a second call while you are curr ently in a call, press the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say ⬙ Dial ⬙ or ⬙ Call ⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call.
Call T ermination T o end a call in progr ess, momentarily press the ⬘ Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial.
• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
Y our phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnect™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requir es you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙ Send.
Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Y ou can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measur es).
Information Service When using A T&T W ireless Service, dialing to phone number ⬙ #121, ⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather , stocks, traffic, etc.
Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously pair ed to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
• Speak normally , without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period.
• Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition.
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North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation prompts Confirmations prompts Delete a name Delete Language Select language List names List all List paired phones List phones Pager Beeper Phone pairing Pairing Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return.
40-20-40 Front Seat As the name implies, the seat is divided into 3 segments. The outboard seat portions ar e each 40% of the total width of the seat. The back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armr est/center storage compartment (if equipped).
Reclining Seats The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back and adjust for comfort. W ARNING! Y ou can be seriously , even fatally , injured riding in a seat with the seatback reclined.
T o lower the head restraint, push in the button and then push down on the head restraint. Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the driver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’s seatback increases or decr eases the lumbar (lower back) support.
Power Seats — If Equipped CAUTION! Don’t put anything under a power seat. It may cause damage to the seat controls. The power seat controls ar e on the outboard side of the front seat cushions.
control seat height. Change the seat angle by using the two toggle switches, tilting it up or down. Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models Reclining Rear Seats — Mega Cab Models The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion. Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back and adjust for comfort.
Folding Rear Seat (T able Mode) — Mega Cab Models Both the left and right rear seat backs can be folded down and used as a table. T o fold either rear seat back down (T able Mode), lift the handle and fold the seat back forward. Simply lift the seat back to return the seat to the upright position.
Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) — Mega Cab Models Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (Kneel Mode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the r ear seat backs provide 2 D-rings and each of the r ear storage bin lids provide 2 slotted cutouts.
W ARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
T o fold either rear seat flat (Kneel Mode), lift the handle and fold the seat forward. Simply lift the seat back to return the seat to the upright position.
W ARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury .
level, or OFF . The High heat level operates for 30 minutes (approximate), the Low heat level operates for 30 min- utes (approximate). The seat heat will also turn OFF when the ignition is turned OFF . Both of the indicators ON identifies High heat level.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. Once the hood is released you must r each into the opening beneath the center of the grille and push up the latch to release the safety catch before raising the hood.
W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving.
Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the fr ont doors are opened, when the dimmer contr ol (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the upward detent position, or if equipped, when the UN- LOCK button is pressed on the key fob.
Battery Saver T o protect the life of your vehicle’s battery , Load Shed- ding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. If the ignition is off and any door is left ajar for 10 minutes or the dimmer control is r otated upwards for 10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off.
Y our vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone br eakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and ther efore differ ent lens cleaning procedur es must be followed.
Lights-on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights ar e left on, after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Multifunction Control Lever The multifunction control lever is located on the left side of the steering column. T urn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or left-hand turn.
Passing Light Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction control lever . T urn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed.
W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. T o avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather , warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use.
W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
DRIVER ADJUST ABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to the steering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel.
CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.
T o Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desir ed speed, press and release the SET button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
T o decrease speed while the speed contr ol is on, press and hold the DECEL button. Release the button when the desired speed is r eached, and the new speed will be set. T o Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally . When the pedal is released, the vehicle will r eturn to the set speed.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE— IF EQUIPPED The two optional overhead consoles may consist of the following features: • Courtesy/Reading Lights • Compass/T emperature Mini-T rip Computer (CMTC) — If Equipped • Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights In the middle of the console are two courtesy/r eading lights.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMP ASS/TEMPERA TURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED This optional overhead console consists of the following: • Courtesy Lights • Compass/T emperature Mini-T rip Computer (CMTC) This overhead console allows you to choose between a compass/temperature display and one of four trip con- ditions being monitored.
RESET Button Use this button to reset the following displays: A verage Fuel Economy (A VG ECO) T rip Odometer (ODO) Elapsed time (ET) Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 2 seconds while in any of the 3 resettable displays (A VG ECO, ODO, ET), the Global Reset will reset all 3 displays.
A verage Fuel Economy (A VG ECO) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. A verage fuel economy is a running average of the amount of fuel used and the distance the vehicle has traveled. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will momen- tarily blank.
Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: • 26 gallons - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons - 1500 Quad Cab (if equipped)/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models T rip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset.
W ARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy , particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per- sonal injury or property damage.
Compass V ariance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country , the differ ence between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false r eadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set according to the Compass V ariance Map.
NOTE: The default for the compass variance is zone 8. T o set the variance: T urn the ignition ON and set the display to “Compass/T emperature.” Pr ess and hold the RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari- ance zone number will be displayed.
For additional information on HomeLink 威 , call 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www .homelink.com. W ARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door . People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured.
Programming HomeLink NOTE: When programming a garage door opener , it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom- mended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal.
3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.
8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the ⴖ press/hold/release ⴖ sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), r epeat this sequence a third time to complete the pr ogramming.
Using HomeLink T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
Security If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the fr equencies. T o erase all of the previously trained fr equencies, hold down both outside buttons until the green light begins to flash. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forwar d and release, and the sunr oof will close automatically from any position. The sunr oof will close fully and stop automatically . This is called Express Close. During Expr ess Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Y our vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
The outlet(s) has/have a fused direct feed fr om the battery so it/they receive power whether the ignition is ON or OFF . All accessories connected to this/these outlet(s) should be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against dischar ge.
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER The removable ash r eceiver is located in the instrument panel cup holder tray . The cigar lighter is located on the instrument panel, above and to the left of the ash receiver . As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON.
CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic T ransmission Y our new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. Each opening in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes.
Cup Holder Door Handle Cup Holders Automatic T ransmission 156 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE.
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) — Automatic T ransmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there ar e three cup holders located on the fr ont of the center console.
Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab — If Equipped Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- holder that consists of two cupwells for rear passenger convenience. Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab Mega Cab vehicles are equipped with r ear cupholders located in the center armrest.
STORAGE Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped The center portion of the seat folds down to provide an armrest with unique storage compartments under the lid.
CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
storage area into separate compartments. Lift the lower handle on the front of the armr est, and raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin. On Quad Cab and Mega Cab models the rear of the floor console of fers a power outlet, a tip out bin and a rear air duct (Mega Cab Only).
Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models) Located in the center of the front 40/20/40 seat cushion there is a storage compartment. Standard cab models also have storage behind the seat. The Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seat. Lift the seat to access the storage compart- ment.
Push down on the front of the storage compartment handle and lift the storage compartment cover . The rear storage compartment can be divided into thr ee separate compartments by using the divider doors inside the storage compartment.
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models) Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the rear seat.
Power Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped The power sliding rear window switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate contr ols. Press the right side of the switch to open the glass and the left side of the switch to close the glass.
FOLD FLA T LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED Quad Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat, may be equipped with a folding load floor . W ARNING! Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored on the load floor . While driving or in an accident you may experience, abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or sharp turns.
Unfolding the Load Floor 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until the load floor unfolds into position.
Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor . 3. Lift the load floor up to access storage under the load floor .
PICKUP BOX The pickup box on your new Ram has many features designed for utility and convenience. NOTE: If you are installing a toolbox to the fr ont of the pickup box, you must use Mopar 威 toolbox brackets available from your dealer . Y ou can carry wide building materials (sheets of ply- wood, etc.
W ARNING! • Care should always be exercised when operating a vehicle with unrestrained cargo. V ehicle speeds may need to be reduced. Severe turns or rough roads may cause shifting or bouncing of the cargo that may result in vehicle damage. If wide building materials are to be frequently carried, the installation of a support is recommended.
EASY -OFF T AILGA TE T o simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed quickly . If the truck is a 3500 dual rear wheel model, unplug the tailgate wir e harness from under the r ear of the truck and pull the harness out of the cargo box access hole.
W ARNING! T o avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly , the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks.
UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Controls ................. 1 7 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 1 7 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 1 7 9 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock ...............
▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped ........................... 1 9 7 䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio W ith Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And V ehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities .....
▫ Noise Reduction ...................... 2 1 7 ▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) .............................. 2 1 7 ▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio Play) ......................... 2 1 8 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files .
▫ Satellite Antenna ...................... 2 3 0 ▫ Reception Quality ..................... 2 3 0 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped ........................... 2 3 1 ▫ Radio Operation ...................... 2 3 1 ▫ T ape Player .
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 177 4.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 178 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gages This light illuminates when the V oltmeter , Engine Oil Pressur e or Engine Coolant T emperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low . Examine the gages carefully , and follow the instructions above for each indicated problem.
CAUTION! Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer at high rpm for extended periods. Engine damage may occur . 5. Airbag Indicator Light The indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. 10. T ransfer Case Position (See page 273 for more information.) 11 . TOW HAUL The TOW HAUL button is located at the end of the gear shift lever .
CAUTION! Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. NOTE: Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to impr ove engine cooling.
NOTE: There is also an engine hour function. This indicates the total number of hours the engine has been running. T o display the engine hours perform the follow- ing: Place the ignition in RUN, but do not start the engine. W ith the odometer value displayed, hold the trip button down for a period of 6 seconds.
CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and driveability . If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur . Immediate service is required.
that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is requir ed. See your autho- rized dealer immediately . The ABS light could also illuminate during loss of traction and remain illuminated until the brake pedal is pressed.
24. W ater In Fuel Indicator Indicates there is water detected in the fuel filter . Refer to the Maintenance section, Drain- ing Fuel/W ater Separator Filter , for water drain procedur e. (See page 391 for more information.) 25. Low W asher Fluid Light This light comes on when the washer fluid level falls below approximately 1/4 full.
30. Low Fuel W arning Light Glows when the pointer is between “E” and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of tank vol- ume) on the fuel gauge. When the fuel gauge pointer is on “E” (equival.
When the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position, or when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keep- ing is accurately maintained. On the RAQ radio the time button alternates the location of the time and frequency on the display . On the REF only one of the two, time or frequency is displayed at a time.
Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM r eception. They interfere very little with the fr equency variations that carry the FM signal.
SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SA TELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAP ABILITY NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button r epeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une/ Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side T une/Audio control to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink.
Press the r otary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Operation Instructions - CD Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display .
SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. T o stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player , cassette player , or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display fr om elapsed playing time to time of day . The time of day will display for 5 seconds.
SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SA TELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAP ABILITIES NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate.
Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the mode button r epeatedly to select between the CD player , Satellite Radio, or V ehicle Entertainment System (VES) (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
T ime Button Press the time button and the time of day will be displayed for 5 seconds. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une / Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side T une / Audio control to set the minutes.
Press the r otary TUNE control a thir d time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decr ease the T reble tones. Press the r otary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL- ANCE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalgia Oldies Oldies Personality Personality Public Public Rhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_Blues Religious Music Religious_Music Religious T alk Religious_T alk Rock Rock .
Y ou may add a second station to each push-button by repeating the above pr ocedure with this exception: Pr ess the SET/DIR button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window .
CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may eject a disc with the radio OFF . If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc.
LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) LOAD/ EJECT - Load Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number wher e the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE W AIT and prompt when to INSER T DISC. After the radio displays ⬙ LOAD DISC ⬙ insert the CD into the player .
TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display fr om a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display . R W/FF (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press and hold FF (Fast Forwar d) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is r eleased or R W or another CD button is pressed.
Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however , acceptable MP3 file recor ding media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported Media (Disc T ypes) The MP3 file recor ding media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-R W .
Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file.
• Media - CD-R W media may take longer to load than CD-R media • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer to load than non-multisession discs • Number of files and folders - Loading times will increase with mor e files and folders T o increase the speed of disc loading, it is r ecommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs.
If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not r emoved, the radio will continue to play the non-removed CD. If the CD is removed and ther e are other CD’s in the radio, the radio will play the next CD after a 2 minute timeout.
T urn the TUNE control to display available folders or move through available folders. Pr ess the TUNE control to select a folder . Button s1-6( C D Mode for MP3 Play) Selects disc position s1-6f o r Play/Load/Eject. Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone in Section 3 of the Owner’s Manual.
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL contr ol to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.
Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side T une/ Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side T une/Audio control to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink.
Press the r otary TUNE control a thir d time and TREBLE will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decr ease the T reble tones. Press the r otary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Country Country Oldies Oldies Soft Soft Nostalgia Nostalgia Jazz Jazz Classical Classical Rhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_Blues Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_B Foreign Language Foreign_Language Relig.
Operating Instructions — T ape Player Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the left and the mechanical action of the player will gently pull the cassette into the play position. NOTE: When subjected to extremely cold temperatur es, the tape mechanism may requir e a few minutes to warm up for proper operation.
Scan Button Press this button to play 10 seconds of each selection. Press the scan button a second time to cancel the featur e. Changing T ape Direction If you wish to change the direction of tape travel (side being played), press Pr eset 6. The lighted arrow in the display window will show the new direction.
compact discs (CD-R W) compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks and WMA. Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism.
Radio display will show ⬙ LOADING DISC ⬙ when the disc is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. LOAD/EJT - Eject Press the LOAD/EJT button and the push- button with the corresponding number wher e the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal.
RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. NOTE: MP3 and WMA Random Play are for file folders only .
The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙ .
When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates.
T o increase the speed of disc loading, it is r ecommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. T o create a single-session disc, enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc.
radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙ INSER T DISC” for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, the radio will go to the previous tuner mode. INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and INFO button while playing MP3 or WMA disc.
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Phone” in Section 3 of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the “Satellite Radio” section of the Owner’s Manual.
menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and routes, AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD changer with MP3 capability . Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a DVD that is loaded into the unit. One map DVD covers all of North America.
System Activation NOTE: Y our vehicle’s radio must be on and in satellite mode when the activation process takes place. T o activate your Sirius Satellite Radio service, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www .sirius.
ESN/SID Access W ith RAQ and RAK Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ACCESSOR Y position and the radio OFF , press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Selecting a Channel Press and r elease the SEEK or TUNE knob to search for the next channel. Press the top of the button to sear ch up and the bottom of the button to search down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released.
NOTE: Pressing the ⬙ SEEK ⬙ or ⬙ SCAN ⬙ button, while performing a music type scan, will change the channel by one and stop the search. Pr essing a pre-set memory button during a music type scan, will call up the memory channel and stop the search.
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system contr ols are located on the r ear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right hand control is a r ocker type switch with a button in the center .
T ape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection.
5. A loose tape should be corrected befor e use. T o rewind a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the requir ed directions. Maintain your cassette tape player . The head and capstan shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape deposits each time a cassette is played.
NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft protection encoding. T ry a known good disc befor e considering disc player service.
Heater Only — If Equipped The mode control (at the right of the control panel) can be set in any of the following positions: NOTE: T o improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes.
Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level) Select the recir culation modes when the outside air contains smoke or odors. This feature allows for r ecircu- lation of interior air only .
Air Conditioning and Heating — If Equipped Air Conditioning Operation T o turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fan control at any speed and pr ess the snowflake button located at the right of the control panel. Conditioned air will be directed thr ough the outlets selected by the mode control.
NOTE: T o improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden- tified by the small dots.
Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of the control panel is the blower contr ol. T urn the knob clockwise to one of the four positions to obtain the blower speed you desire.
Air Conditioning with Dual Zone T emperature Control — If Equipped W ith the Dual Zone T emperature Contr ol System, each front seat occupant can independently contr ol the tem- perature of air coming fr om the outlets on their side of the vehicle.
Recirculation Pushbutton Pushing the Recirculation button al- lows interior air to recir culate continu- ously in any position except defrost and defrost/floor mode for rapid cool down of the interior . See “Fast Cooldown” later in this section. Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution.
Mix Outside air flows in equal proportions thr ough the floor and defroster outlets. Defrost Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defr oster outlets located at the base of the windshield and side window demist outlets.
Dual Zone T emperature Control Use this control to r egulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. This is accomplished by having separate temperature contr ol slides for both the driver and front passenger . The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the r ed area indicates warmer temperatures.
conditioning system has been on. It is not an indication of a problem with the air conditioning system. Rear Air Duct—Mega Cab Only The rear seat will r eceive air flow in all modes except for Defrost. The rear air duct is designed to be pointed up when in A/C mode, and pointed down in Heat mode.
W indow Fogging W indows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases turning on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog.
NOTE: On models equipped with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to impr ove engine cooling.
Operating Tips Chart UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 247 4.
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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es – Diesel Engines ......... 2 5 3 ▫ Manual T ransmission – If Equipped ........ 2 5 3 ▫ Automatic T ransmission – If Equipped ...... 2 5 3 ▫ Normal Starting Procedur e — Engine Manifold Airtemperature Above 66°F (19°C) .
䡵 Manual T ransmission .................... 2 7 4 ▫ Downshifting ........................ 2 7 5 䡵 Four-Wheel- Drive Operation — If Equipped . . . 276 ▫ Manually Shifted T ransfer Case Operating Information/Precautions ................ 2 7 6 ▫ Shifting Procedur e - Manually Shifted T ransfer Case .
▫ Radial-Ply T ires ...................... 3 0 7 ▫ Compact Spare T ire — If Equipped ......... 3 0 8 ▫ Limited Use Spare — If Equipped ......... 3 0 9 ▫ T ire Spinning ........................ 3 0 9 ▫ T read W ear Indicators ............
䡵 T railer T owing ......................... 3 2 7 ▫ Common T owing Definitions ............. 3 2 7 ▫ T railer Hitch Classification ............... 3 3 1 ▫ T railer T owing W eights (Maximum T railer W eight Ratings) ...................... 3 3 2 ▫ T railer And T ongue W eight .
ST ARTING PROCEDURES – DIESEL ENGINES The starter should not be operated for more than 15- second intervals. W aiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter fr om overheating. W ARNING! Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest or sleep in your car .
The Cummins Diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and operation: • The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of the engine just above and behind the oil filter . It requir es a 1 10–1 15 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, thr ee-wire extension cor d.
CAUTION! If W A TER IN FUEL indicator light remains on DO NOT ST AR T engine before you drain water from the fuel filter to avoid engine damage. See Section 7 — Maintaining Y our V ehicle, for water drain proce- dures. 4. T urn the ignition key to ST AR T and crank the engine.
CAUTION! Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may result. T urn key to OFF and wait at least 2 minutes for starter to cool before repeating start procedure. • The W AIT TO ST ART light will r emain on for a period of time (length of time depends on engine tempera- ture).
attempting to start the engine. This can be accomplished by turning the ignition OFF for at least 5 seconds and then back ON after the W AIT TO ST ART light has gone off, but befor e the engine is started. However , repeated cycling of the manifold heaters will result in damage to the heater elements or reduced battery voltage.
NOTE: When a diesel engine is allowed to run out of fuel or the fuel gels at low temperatures, air is pulled into the fuel system. Y ou may try priming as described below . 1. Add a substantial quantity of fuel to the tank (5 to 10 gallons) or eliminate the gelled fuel condition.
Starting Fluids W ARNING! ST AR TING FLUIDS or flammable liquids are NEVER TO BE USED in the Cummins Diesel (see W arning label). Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid, starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister , air intake piping, or turbocharger inlet in an attempt to start the vehicle.
• V oltmeter Operation: • The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation if certain engine temperatures ar e below 66°F (19°C). This cycling operation is caused by the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold heater system.
NOTE: • Use of Climatized Diesel Fuel or Number 1 Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decr ease in fuel economy . • Climatized Diesel Fuel is a blend of Number 2 and Number 1 Diesel Fuels which reduces the temperatur e at which wax crystals form in fuel.
Block Heater Usage A. T emperatures below 0°F (-18°C) • Block Heater Required for 15W -40 • Block Heater Recommended for 5W -40 B. T emperatures below - 20°F (-29°C) • Block Heater Required .
Engine W arm-Up A void full throttle operation when the engine is cold. When starting a cold engine, bring the engine up to operating speed slowly to allow the oil pressur e to stabilize as the engine warms up. NOTE: High-speed, no-load running of a cold engine can result in excessive white smoke and poor engine performance.
speed will slowly increase to 1000 RPM after 2 minutes of idle, if the following conditions are met: • foot is off brake pedal and thr ottle pedal • automatic transmission is in Park (P) • vehic.
Driving Condition Load T urbo- charger T emperature Idle T ime (min.) Before Engine Shutdown Stop and Go Empty Cool Less than One Stop and Go Medium One Highway Speeds Medium W arm T wo City T raffic .
A void Low Coolant T emperature Operation Continual operation at low coolant temperature below the normal range on the gauge (140°F/60°C) can be harmful to the engine. Low coolant temperature can cause incomplete combustion which allows carbon and varnish to form on piston rings and injector nozzles.
CAUTION! If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings, shut the engine off immediately . Failure to do so could result in immediate and severe engine damage. Do Not Operate The Engine W ith Failed Parts Practically all failures give some warning befor e the parts fail.
Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from Park or Neutral position into another gear range. “P” Park This gear position supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use Park while the vehicle is in motion.
W ARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
“1” First Use this position for driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 20 mph (32 km/h) or less when going downhill. T o prevent excessive engine speed, do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range.
NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- peratures, the transmission may not shift into Over drive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature. Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperatur e has risen to a suitable level.
reduce the potential for transmission over heating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in “TOW HAUL” mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are modified.
the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting into Overdrive when cold. This is normal. Pressing the “T OW/HAUL” button, when the transmis- sion is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is able to shift into and out of overdrive.
The alarm will continue for 3 minutes if the driver’s door is closed but none of the other conditions listed above are met. MANUAL TRANSMISSION W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied.
toward you in one motion. Do not pull the lever sharply left as you may shift accidentally into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. Y ou should use 1st gear when starting from a standing position if under heavy load or when pulling a trailer . T o shift into Reverse, come to a complete stop.
T o prevent clutch and transmission damage, your vehicle should be downshifted at speeds no greater than those listed in the Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speed chart.
The 4-wheel-drive light (4WD), located in the instrument cluster , alerts the driver that the vehicle is in 4-wheel drive and that the front and r ear driveshafts are locked together . This light illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to either the 4H or 4L positions.
W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted T ransfer Case 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is in motion, shifts can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h).
NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may oc- cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be requir ed for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur .
This Electronically Shifted transfer case pr ovides 4 mode positions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive low range, and neutral. The Electronically Shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) for normal street and highway conditions (dry har d surfaced roads).
T ransfer Case Position Indicator Lights — Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case Only T ransfer case position indicator lights are located in the instrument cluster and indicate the curr ent and desired transfer case selection.
W ARNING! Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the ⴖ Service 4WD ⴖ light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury . NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or r ear wheels are spinning.
W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted T ransfer Case NOTE: If any of the requir ements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift.
key must be in the ON position with the engine either RUNNING or OFF . This shift cannot be completed if the key is in the accessory position. NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between 2WD/4HI if the front and/or r ear wheels are spinning (no traction).
3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch on manual transmissions).
W ARNING! On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground, since the vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle. Care should be taken to avoid sudden accelerations when both rear wheels ar e on a slippery surface.
DRIVING OFF-ROAD Care should be taken when attempting to climb steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or slope. If natural obstacles force you to travel diagonally up or down a hill, choose a mild angle and keep as little side tilt as possible.
P ARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. T o release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. NOTE: The instrument cluster r ed brake warning light will come on and flash to indicate that the parking brake is applied.
W ARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury . Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual transmission in Reverse or First gear . Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury .
Brake Noise During normal operation of the brake system certain noises may be present fr om time to time. Occasional ⬙ groan ⬙ or ⬙ squeal ⬙ noises may occur during normal operation of the brake system which may not be indica- tive of a problem.
W ARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
ABS W arning Light The Anti-lock Brake System includes an amber warning light, located in the instrument cluster . When the light is illuminated, the Anti-lock Brake System is not function- ing.
W ARNING! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. CAUTION! Prolong operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible.
• European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tir e size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • L T (Light T ruck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.
T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Eur opean design standards LT = Light T ruck tire based on U.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corr esponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressur e is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar .
3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pr essures for the fr ont, rear and spare tir es. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear pat- terns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Under inflation, also increases tire r olling resistance and r esults in higher fuel consumption.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressur es specified on the placard ar e always “cold tire inflation pr essure.
loading may be requir ed for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pr essures. W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emer gency use with radial tires. It is engineer ed to be used on your style vehicle only . Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be r epaired (or r eplaced) and rein- stalled at the first opportunity .
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped The limited use spare tir e is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited use spare tir e warning label located on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly . This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the fr ont or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone.
Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pressur e • Distance driven W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen- sion dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak- ing of your vehicle.
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. V ibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will r educe vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear .
These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing link and cable (radial) chains. T ire chain use is permitted only on the rear tir es of Ram 4X2 trucks. NOTE: The use of class “U” chains is permitted on the front and r ear of 4X4, 2500 Ram T rucks with L T245/ 70R17E tires.
SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type constr uc- tion as the front tir es. Consult the manufacturer of the snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed requir ement associated with the tire. These tir es should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressur es under any load condition.
NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only , if your Ram truck is equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and ON/OFF Road type tires mounted on the r ear , do not use a front to back r otation pattern. Instead, rotate your tir es side to side at the recommended intervals.
CAUTION! 3500 Dual Rear T ires have only one approved direc- tion of rotation. This is to accommodate the asym- metrical design (tread pattern) of the ON/OFF road tire and the use of Outline White Letter (OWL) tires.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS (DIESEL ENGINES) Use good quality diesel fuel from a r eputable supplier in your Dodge truck. For most year -round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will pr o- vide good performance.
NOTE: A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel may be used with your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram T ruck. NOTE: In addition, commercially available fuel addi- tives are not necessary for the pr oper operation of your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram T ruck.
Fuel Properties - No. 1 - Diesel Reference Carbon Residue - Less than.15% (Ramsbottom ASTM D-524 Flash Point - 100°F min. (ASTM D-93) Density - 40-34 API gravity (ASTM D-287) Cloud Point - (- 30F°) .
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door . If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the r eplacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Bulk Fuel Storage If you store quantities of fuel, good maintenance of the stored fuel is also essential. Fuel contaminated with water will promote the gr owth of “microbes.” These microbes form “slime” that will clog fuel filters and lines. Drain condensation from the supply tank and change the line filter on a regular basis.
4. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start. CAUTION! Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the cranking intervals. NOTE: The engine may run r ough until the air is forced from all the fuel lines.
Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the car go area so that the GA WR of each axle is not exceeded. Each axle GA WR is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels).
then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over fr ont and rear axle. W eighing the vehicle may show that the GA WR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR.
NOTE: The weights shown in this chart are not necessarily the weights for your vehicle. Also, the amount of load added to both the front and rear axles can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ⴖ curb weight ⴖ condition, and in its ⴖ loaded and ready for operation ⴖ condition.
TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer car efully re- view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.
Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum capacity of the front and r ear axles. Distribute the load over the front and r ear axles evenly . Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GA WR. W ARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GA WR.
W eight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They ar e typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axel(s).
Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the tr uck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin.
Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the tr uck bed.
T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www .dodge.com/towing . • http:// www .dodge.ca (Canada).
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
2. GTW 3. GA WR 4. T ongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requir ement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements — T ires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e.
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electr onic brake controller is not r equired. − T railer brakes are r ecommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and requir ed for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg).
NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector .
T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away fr om heavy traffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage.
− When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops gr eater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency .
Blindspot Mirror T railer T owing Position 340 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING.
SNOWPLOW Snowplow Prep Packages ar e available as a factory installed option. These packages include components necessary to equip your vehicle with a snowplow .
Before plowing • Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper fluid level. • Check the mounting bolts and nuts for proper tight- ness. • Check the runners and cutting edge for excessive wear . The cutting edge should be 1/4 to 1/2 inch above ground in snow plowing position.
of the plow . Front end tow-in should be checked and reset if necessary at the beginning and end of the snowplow season. This will help prevent uneven tir e wear .
NOTE: During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped with an overhead console module, the outside tempera- ture display will show higher temperatur es than the outside ambient temperature. The higher displayed tem- perature is due to blocked or r educed airflow to the underhood ambient temperatur e sensor by the snow- plow .
RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational T owing – 2 Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing 2 Wheel Drive is not allowed. T owing with the rear wheels on the gr ound can result in severe transmission damage.
CAUTION! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in N (NEUTRAL) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Shut OFF the engine. 3. Depress the brake pedal.
CAUTION! Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if the transmission is shifted into P (P ARK) with the transfer case in N (NEUTRAL) and the engine RUN- NING.
CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage the internal parts.
6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, depress the r ecessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for 4 seconds. 7. After shift is completed and the Neutral (N) light comes on release Neutral (N) button. 8. Start engine. 9. Shift automatic transmission into Reverse (R).
NOTE: Flashing neutral (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requir ements have not been met. CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into Park (P) with the transfer case in Neutral (N) and the engine RUNNING.
NOTE: Items 1 through 5 ar e requir ements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button, and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and the shift has been completed.
CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged. • Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and fluid loss will damage internal parts.
WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 5 4 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 5 5 ▫ All Models .......................... 3 5 5 䡵 Jacking Instructions ..................... 3 5 6 ▫ Removing The Spare T ire .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The Hazard W arning switch is mounted on the top of the steering column as shown in the illustration. T o engage the Hazard W arning lights, depress the button on the top of the steering column.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING W ARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
W ARNING! After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience, abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion, or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury .
NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Tire Changing Procedure W ARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
• T urn on the Hazard W arning Flasher . • Block both the front and r ear of the wheel diagonally oppo- site the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. • Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel.
4X2 Jacking 360 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES.
4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. W ARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
(SR W) models and 145 ft. lbs. (197 N·m) for 3500 dual rear wheel models. If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wr ench by your dealer or at a service station. W ARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.
ratchet firmly . The hub cap should pop off. The wheel skins can now be removed. For the fr ont hub cap on 3500 models use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry the caps off. The wheel skin can now be r emoved. CAUTION! Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub cap.
8-Stud — Dual Rear Wheels Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug nuts are a two piece assembly . When the tires ar e being rotated or r eplaced, clean these lug nuts and add 2 drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the washer .
These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: 1. T ighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a snug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table. Go thr ough the sequence a second time to verify that specific torque has been achieved.
wheel. The nuts should then be tightened to recom- mended torque. T ighten the nuts to final torque in increments. Pr ogress ar ound the bolt circle, tightening the nut opposite to the nut just previously tightened until final torque is achieved. Recommended tor ques are shown in the following chart.
JUMP-ST ARTING W ARNING! T o prevent personal injury or damage to clothing, do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or fabrics. Do not lean over a battery when connecting jumper cables or allow cable clamps to touch each other . Keep open flames or sparks away from battery vent holes.
CAUTION! Use the Jump Start Procedure only when the charge indicator (if equipped) in both batteries is dark in the center . Do not attempt jump starting when either battery charge indicator (if equipped) is bright or yellow .
2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative (-) post of booster battery . Connect the other end of the jumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Make sure a good connection is made, free of dirt and gr ease.
W ARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle.
not freeing the vehicle, may lead to transmission over - heating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and r educe the risk of transmis- sion failure during pr olonged efforts to fr ee a stuck vehicle.
CAUTION! T ow hooks are for emergency use only , to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. Y ou could damage your vehicle. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is r equired to pr event damage to your vehicle.
2–Wheel- Drive V ehicles Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF position along with the front wheels raised and the r ear wheels on the ground. Speed must not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) and distance must not exceed 15 miles (25 km).
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MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment .................... 3 7 8 ▫ 5.9L HO Cummins T urbo Diesel ........... 3 7 8 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ......... 3 7 9 䡵 Replacement Parts ...................... 3 7 9 䡵 Engine Data Plate .
▫ Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Pivot Bearings ............................ 3 9 8 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 3 9 9 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 3 9 9 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 3 9 9 ▫ Exhaust System .
䡵 Bulb Replacement ...................... 4 3 3 ▫ Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And T urn Lights ...................... 4 3 3 ▫ Fog Lights .......................... 4 3 6 ▫ T ail, Stop, T urn And Backup Lights ......... 4 3 7 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) W ith Cargo Light .
ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 5.9L HO CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL 378 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) V ehicles equipped with California emissions controls have a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBDII. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems.
ENGINE DA T A PLA TE Use the information from the engine data plate when discussing service or sourcing parts for your engine. The engine data plate is located on the intake side of the breather cover .
CAUTION! T o maintain your vehicle safely follow these guide- lines: • W atch your vehicle’s mileage and check your Mainte- nance Schedules regularly for r equired servicing. Ex- cessive wear or damage to certain vehicle components can result if r equired services ar e not performed.
• If an engine has been operating and the coolant is hot, allow the engine to cool before you slowly loosen the filler cap and relieve the pr essure fr om the cooling system. • T o avoid burns, remember that the engine components will stay hot after the engine is shut off.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides the maintenance items for which there ar e fixed maintenance intervals, there ar e other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
Never operate the engine with oil level below the “ADD” mark or above the upper “SAFE” mark. Change Engine Oil Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed.
If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every interval shown in schedule ⬙ B ⬙ of the ⬙ Mainte- nance Schedules ⬙ section of this manual. If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule ⬙ A ⬙ of the ⬙ Mainte- nance Schedules ⬙ section of this manual.
Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the r ecom- mended oil quality requir ements are met, and the r ecom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed.
Always check the condition of the used oil. This can give you an indication of some engine problems that might exist. • Thin, black oil indicates fuel dilution. • Milky discoloration indicates coolant dilution. Clean the area ar ound the oil filter base.
CAUTION! Overtightening may distort the threads or damage the filter element seal. Install the filter as specified by the filter manufacturer . T urn the filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contact with the gasket. Check the condition of the threads and sealing surface on the oil pan and drain plug.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be taken in disposing of the used engine fluids from your vehicle. Used fluids, indiscriminately discarded, can pr esent a problem to the envir onment.
Do not remove the top of the air filter housing to inspect the filter element on your diesel engine under normal operating conditions. The clear plastic housing on the Filter Minder™ allows you to view the amount of air pressur e drop acr oss the filter element.
A visual inspection of the air cleaner filter element is never recommended under normal cir cumstances. A badly restricted element may appear clean while a soiled element may be quite effective in filtering particles without restricting air flow . Rely on the Filter Minder™ to determine when a filter change is necessary .
CAUTION! Do not drain the fuel/water separator filter when the engine is running. NOTE: Care should be taken in disposing of used fluids from your vehicle.
Priming if the engine has run out of fuel 1. Add a substantial quantity of fuel to the tank 5 to 10 gallons (19L to 38L). 2. Crank the engine for 1 to 2 seconds. If the engine does not start, then release the key or starter button back to the RUN position (do not turn the key back to the OFF position).
W ARNING! Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. They can be unstable under certain conditions and be hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel. CAUTION! Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel system.
W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water .
Battery Blanket Usage A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the battery temperature decr eases to 0°F (-18°). For the same de- crease in temperatur e, the engine requir es twice as much power to crank at the same RPM. The use of 120 V AC powered battery blankets will gr eatly increase starting capability at low temperatures.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar - bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pr o- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Steering Linkage — Inspection Whenever the vehicle is hoisted, all steering linkage joints should be inspected for evidence of damage. If seals are damaged, parts should be r eplaced to prevent leakage or contamination of the grease.
Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against r ust and wear .
When refilling the washer fluid r eservoir , take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. T o prevent fr eeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather , select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as requir ed. W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty , clean by gently spraying water from a gar den hose vertically down the face of the condenser . Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle r ub- ber , cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator .
W ARNING! Never add coolant to the radiator when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove pressure cap to cool overheated engine! The coolant is under pres- sure and severe scalding could result.
CAUTION! Mixing of coolants other than specified HOA T en- gine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOA T cool- ant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency , it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as possible.
The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion pr otection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of pr otection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatur es occurring in the area wher e the vehicle is operated.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring pr oper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community . Do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
• Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifr eeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against fr eezing.
Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler) The charge air cooler is positioned between the radiator and the air conditioner condenser . Air enters the engine through the air cleaner and passes thr ough the turbo- charger wher e it is pressurized. This pr essurized air rapidly reaches high temperatur e.
Brake System Power Disc Brakes (Front and Rear) Disc brakes do not requir e adjustment; however , several hard stops during the br eak-in period are r ecommended to seat the linings and wear off any for eign material.
W ith disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake linings wear . However , an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check should be conducted. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct Fluid type.
Brake Hoses Inspection should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced or at intervals specified. Inspect hy- draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots.
with water or subjected to severe service, follow the recommended change intervals in Maintenance Schedule “B” in Section 8 of this manual. Lubricant Selection Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type.
Lubricant Selection for 6-Speed Manual T ransmission — If Equipped If it becomes necessary to add fluid or change the fluid, be sure to use the same lubricant or equivalent. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type.
b. If the fluid is warm, the reading should be between the two holes. If the fluid level indicates low , add sufficient fluid to bring to the pr oper level.
It is important that proper lubricant is used in the transmission. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type. A band adjustment and filter change should be made at the time of the oil change.
• If a bearing assembly is accidentally separated when servicing the brake rotors, it should be r eplaced. Rear Wheel Bearings Clean and repack when brake linings ar e replaced or rotors r esurfaced.
Noise Control System Required Maintenance & W arranty For 3500 T wo-Wheel Drive and Four-Wheel Drive mod- els over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross V ehicle W eight Rating.
or suspected. Proper maintenance of the entir e vehicle will help the effectiveness of the noise contr ol systems. Exhaust System Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damaged parts. Devices such as hangers, clamps, and U-bolts should be tight and in good condition.
• EXHAUST SYSTEM − Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system components including the muffler or tailpipe. • ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM − Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.
Maintenance Log and Service Chart — 24 V alve Cummins T urbo Diesel Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day , Y ear under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed.
Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day , Y ear under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion V ehicle body care requir ements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
• Use Mopar Cleaner W ax to remove r oad film, stains and to protect your paint finish. T ake care never to scratch the paint. • A void using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
• Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Y our dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and Wheel T rim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned r egularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corr osion.
W ARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household- type glass cleaner .
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly . Dry with a soft tissue. FUSES (INTEGRA TED POWER MODULE) An integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery . This center contains car- tridge fuses and mini fuses.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet Console 2 20 Amp Y ellow Cabin Compartment Node (CCN) Door Locks/Brake T rans- mission Shift Inter- lock (BTSI) 3 20 Amp Y ell.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 1 20 Amp Y ellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD)-Cabin Com- partment Node (CCN)/Radio/Under Hood Lamp/W ireless Control Module (WCM)/Satellite Digi- tal Audio Rec.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 23 10 Amp Red Engine Control Mod- ule (ECM)/W ireless Control Module (WCM)/HVC 24 20 Amp Blue Subwoofer Amplifier (SR T -10 Only) 25 10 Amp Red Power Mirror.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 36 25 Amp Natural Audio_Amplifier 37 15 Amp Blue Spare 38 20 Amp Y ellow Power Outlet IP 39 10 Amp Red Sunroof/Seatbelt T en- sioner 40 20 Amp Y ellow Cigar.
VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for mor e than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Inside Bulb No. Overhead Console Lights ............... T S 212-2 Dome Light ............................ 7679 All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not appr oved. LIGHT BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and T urn Lights CAUTION! This is a halogen bulb. A void touching the glass with your fingers. Reduced bulb life will result. 1. Open the hood 2. Remove the two (2) bolts from the front of the head- light housing.
3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well and remove the nut thr ough the access hole. 4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to disconnect the electrical connectors.
NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly straight forward, applying the gr eatest amount of force to the outer edge of the headlight assembly .
7. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogen bulb in housing. 8. T wist the headlight halogen bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove headlight bulb from the housing. 9. Replace headlight or side marker/turn signal/park light bulb. Do not touch the headlight halogen bulb.
2. Pull bulb straight from the connector . 3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing. T ail, Stop, T urn and Backup Lights 1. Remove the two (2) screws that pass through the bed sheetmetal.
2. Pull the housing straight out from the body , with a quick motion, to separate the housing from the body . If not pulled straight, locators may be damaged.
4. Pull bulb straight out of socket. 5. Reverse Procedure to install bulb and housing. Place the two raised blocks passed the body . Pulling Bulb From Socket Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body MAINT AINI.
Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With Cargo Light 1. Remove the two (2) screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown. 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- ing harness to the body .
3. T urn desired bulb socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove socket and bulb from housing. 4. Pull desired bulb straight from the socket. • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps • Inside Bulb: Center High Mount Stop Lamp 5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing.
2. Rotate the socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull it from the light assembly . 3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. 442 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE.
T ailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws and housing and access the bulb sockets from the r ear . 2. T urn socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn counterclockwise to access the bulb.
3. Pull bulb straight out from socket. 4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing. Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) – If Equipped 1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access to the bulb sockets. 2. T urn the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise to access the bulb.
3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous- ing. Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) 1. Push rearward on the side marker light assembly . 2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender . 3. T urn socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn counterclockwise and r emove from assembly to access the bulb.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifr eeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For the proper quality and SAE Grade oil for your engine, r efer to the section ⬙ Maintenance Procedur es.
Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4, Automatic T ransmission Fluid. T ransfer Case Mopar 威 A TF+4, Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Manual T ransmission Fluid G-56 Mopar 威 A TF+4, Automatic T ransmission Fluid.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 5 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedules — 5.9L Cummins T urbo Diesel ............................... 4 5 0 ▫ Schedule “B” ........................ 4 5 3 ▫ Schedule “A” .
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type in this section (Section 8) must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued pr oper functioning of the emission control system.
• Off-r oad or desert operation. • Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% thr ottle). NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule ⬙ B ⬙ .
Once a Month • Check tire pr essure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the termi- nals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , and transmission and transfer case (if equipped), add as needed.
Schedule “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Frequent short trips wher e the engine does not achieve full operating temperature (operating temperatur e de- fined as 190° F (66° C ) coolant temperature).
Miles 3,750 7,500 1 1,250 15,000 18,750 (Kilometers) (6 000) (12 000) (18 000) (24 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X XXX Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage.
Miles 22,500 26,250 30,000 33,750 37,500 (Kilometers) (36 000) (42 000) (48 000) (54 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X XXX Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage.
Miles 41,250 45,000 48,750 52,500 56,250 (Kilometers) (66 000) (72 000) (78 000) (84 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4) models. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage.
Miles 60,000 63,750 67,500 71,250 75,000 (Kilometers) (96 000) (102 000) (108 000) (1 14 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X XXX Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km).
Miles 60,000 63,750 67,500 71,250 75,000 (Kilometers) (96 000) (102 000) (108 000) (1 14 000) (120 000) Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) fluid 2500/3500. X Inspect brake linings. X X Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary . X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
Miles 78,750 82,500 86,250 90,000 93,750 (Kilometers) (126 000) (132 000) (138 000) (144 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X X X X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage.
Miles 97,500 100,000 101,250 105,000 108,750 112,500 (Kilometers) (156 000) (160 000) (162 000) (168 000) (174 000) (180 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X XXXX Flush and replace engine coolant, if not r eplaced at 60 months.
Miles 1 16,250 120,000 123,750 127,500 131,250 135,000 (Kilometers) (186 000) (192 000) (198 000) (204 000) (210 000) (216 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ 3500, 4X4). X X XXXX Rotate tires.
Miles 1 16,250 120,000 123,750 127,500 131,250 135,000 (Kilometers) (186 000) (192 000) (198 000) (204 000) (210 000) (216 000) Inspect front wheel bearings. X Change rear axle fluid. X X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) fluid 2500/3500.
Schedule “A” Miles 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 (Kilometers) (12 000) (24 000) (36 000) (48 000) (60 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X X X X Rotate tir es.
Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 (Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (96 000) (108 000) (120 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X X X X Rotate tires.
Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (132 000) (144 000) (156 000) (160 000) (168 000) [Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). X X X X X Rotate tires.
Miles 1 12,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000 (Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000) [Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ 3500, 4X4).
Miles 1 12,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000 (Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000) [Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Inspect front wheel bearings. X X Inspect brake linings. X X Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary .
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle ....................... 4 7 0 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 7 0 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 7 0 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager .
technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed corr ectly and in a timely manner . This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first.
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center .
W ARRANTY INFORMA TION (U.S. V ehicles Only) See the W arranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer .
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on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor - mance. W ARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Adding Fuel ........................... 3 2 0 Adjustable Pedals ....................... 1 3 2 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 389,418 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 3 9 6 Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............. 396,397 Air Conditioning System .
Axle Fluid .......................... 412,447 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 4 1 2 Ball Joints ............................. 3 9 7 Battery ............................... 3 9 4 Blanket .......................... 262,396 Emergency Starting .
CD (Compact Disc) Player ............ 190,198,21 1 Cellular Phone .......................... 8 7 Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 4 4 0 Center Lap Belts ......................... 4 2 Center Seat Storage Compartment ......... 159,160 Certification Label .
T emperature Gauge ..................... 1 8 1 Cruise Contr ol (Speed Control) .............. 1 3 3 Cup Holder ............................ 1 5 5 Customer Assistance ..................... 4 7 0 Data Recorder , Event ...................... 5 6 Daytime Running Lights .
T ow Hooks .......................... 3 7 1 T owing ............................. 3 7 2 Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 4 5 0 Engine ............................... 3 7 8 Air Cleaner .......................... 3 8 9 Block Heater ........
Fold Flat Load Floor ..................... 1 6 6 Four Wheel Drive ....................... 2 7 6 Four-W ay Hazard Flasher .................. 3 5 4 Freeing A Stuck V ehicle ................... 3 7 0 Front Axle (Differential) ................ 398,41 1 Fuel .
Passing ............................. 1 2 8 Switch .............................. 1 2 4 Heated Mirrors ....................... 85,164 Heated Seats ........................... 1 1 9 Heater ............................... 2 3 7 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .
Keys ................................. 1 2 Lane Change and T urn Signals .............. 1 2 7 Lap Belts .............................. 4 2 Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 3 2 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) . 62 Life of T ires .
T urn Signal .................. 127,179,433,437 W arning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 1 7 9 Limited-Slip Differ ential ................ 287,412 Loading V ehicle ......................... 3 2 3 T i r e s ............................... 3 0 0 Locks .
Noise Control Maintenance .......................... 4 1 7 T ampering Prohibited ................... 4 1 8 Noise Emission W arranty ............... 417,419 Occupant Restraints ....................... 3 1 Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) .
Phone, Cellular .......................... 8 7 Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ............. 8 7 Pickup Box ............................ 1 6 9 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ......... 3 0 0 Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 4 2 6 Door Locks .
Recreational T owing ...................... 3 4 5 Shifting into T ransfer Case Neutral (N) .... 345,348 Shifting out of T ransfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 347,350 Refrigerant ............................ 3 9 7 Reminder , Seat Belt ......................
Reclining ............................ 1 1 1 Reclining Rear ........................ 1 1 4 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. 18,182 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 403,446 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 1 5 Service Assistance .
Steering Linkage ............................. 3 9 8 Power ........................... 294,397 Wheel Lock ........................... 1 5 Wheel, T ilt ........................... 1 3 0 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .....................
Quality Grading ....................... 4 7 5 Radial .............................. 3 0 7 Replacement .......................... 3 1 1 Rotation ............................. 3 1 5 Safety ........................... 295,304 Sizes ......................
T ransmission Automatic ........................ 267,413 Fluid ............................... 4 4 7 Maintenance .......................... 4 1 3 Manual ........................ 253,274,412 Shifting ............................. 2 6 7 T ransmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .
Wheel Nut T orque .................... 361,365 W ind Buffeting ....................... 31,152 W indow Airbag (Side Curtain) ............... 5 4 W indow Fogging ........................ 2 4 5 W indows .............................. 2 9 Power ..........
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