Dodge 2008 Ram 3500 - Manuals

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on theleft front corner of the instrument panel, visible throughthe windshield. This number also appears on the Auto-mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a windowon your vehicle, the vehicle registration and tit...

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 m Sentry Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the keycode numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers canbe used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Askyour dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safeplace. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission — If Equipped...

CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove key from the ignition and lock all doorswhen leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission — If EquippedWhen the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, thesteering and ignition systems are locked to provideantitheft protection...

SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or activated. Operationis automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is lockedor unlocked. The system uses ignition keys, which have an embeddedelectro...

• Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, orany other transponder-equipped components on thesame key chain will not cause a key-related (transpon-der) fault unless the additional part is physically heldagainst the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or ot...

Customer Key Programming If you have two valid sentry keys, you can program newsentry keys to the system by performing the followingprocedure: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) tomatch the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition swi...

General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that...

NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked byyour dealer. To Disarm the System: Use the Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock the door. Ifsomething has triggered the system in your absence, thehorn will sound three times when you unlock the door...

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors fromdistances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand heldradio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed atthe vehicle to activate the system. To unlock the doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on...

Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF pressand release the PANIC button on the transmitter once.When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights willilluminate, the headlamps and parking lights will flash,and the horn will sound. To cancel the Panic mode pre...

Transmitter Battery Service NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 bat-tery. NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. With the...

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote startingsystem, which will allow the vehicle to be started fromdistances up to approximately 300 feet away from thevehicle using the remote keyless entry key fob which ispart of your ignition key. In order to remote star...

WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive aswell as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingchildren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could...

Automatic Door Locks – If EquippedIf this feature is enabled, your door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph. Automatic Door Lock ProgrammingThis feature is enabled when your vehicle is shippedfrom the assembly plant and can be disabled by using thefollowing procedure...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in therear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child-protection door lock system. To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever UPto engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child-protection locks. Wh...

WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection locks areengaged. NOTE: After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to makecertain it is in the desired p...

and on the rear doors of Quad Cab and Mega Cabmodels. The windows will operate only when the igni-tion switch is turned to the ON or ACC (Accessory)position. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingchildren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or othe...

Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped The power sliding rear window switch is located on theinstrument panel below the climate controls. Press theright side of the switch to open the glass and the left sideof the switch to close the glass. Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped A locking device in the ...

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems. These include the frontand rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, frontairbags for both the driver and front passenger. If youwill be carrying children too small for adult-size belts,...

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the frontseat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latchplate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up thewebbing as far as...

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upon the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight,tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug beltreduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. WARNING...

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing toallow the belt to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision andleave you with no protection. ...

2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pullthe black buckle latch plate forward from the cab backpanel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until thereis an audible click. Refer to the previous section for theproper seat belt usage. WARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle...

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can beadjusted upward or downward to help position the beltaway from your neck. Press the button located on theupper belt guide, and then move it up or down to theposition that serves you best. As a guide, if...

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward untilthe entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you willhear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt isnow in the automat...

Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove slack from the seat belt system in the event of acollision. These devices improve the performance of theseat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about theoccu...

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Alongwith the seatbelts, front airbags work with the instrumentpanel knee bolsters to provide improved protection forthe driver and front passenger. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many typesof collisions. The front airbags deploy in m...

• The driver and front passenger seats should be movedback as far as practical to allow the airbag room toinflate. WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly. Insome collisions the airbags won...

How The Airbag System Works • The airbag control module determines if a frontalcollision is severe enough to require the airbags toinflate. • The airbag control module will not detect roll over, orrear collisions. • The airbag control module also monitors the readinessof the electronic parts of the ...

To Turn On the Passenger Airbag (Standard Cab Ve-hicles Only) (If Equipped) Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag On/OffSwitch (If Equipped), push the key in and turn counter-clockwise, and remove the key from the switch. This willturn on the passenger airbag (if equipped). The “Off”light n...

Maintaining Your Airbag Systems WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You could beinjured because the airbags are not there to protectyou. Do not modify the components or wiring,including adding any kind of badges or stickers tothe steering...

NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working, the airbag control mod-ule may also be disabled. The airbags may not be readyto inflate for your protection. Promptly check fuse blockfor blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside ofthe fuse block cover fo...

• Airbag deployment level (if applicable) • Impact acceleration and angle • Seatbelt status • Brake status (service and parking brakes) • Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) • Engine control status (including engine speed) • Transmission gear selection • Cruise control status • Traction/sta...

NOTE: For children riding in the front seat of a Stan- dard Cab model refer to the “Passenger Airbag On/OffSwitch” (If Equipped) located in this section. Standard Cab Passenger Seat Quad Cab Rear Outboard Seats 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Installing the Child Restraint System WARNING! Do not install child restraint systems equipped withLATCH attachments in the center position of a QuadCab model rear seat. The LATCH anchorages in thisseat are designed for the two outboard seating posi-tions only. A child may be placed in the rear cent...

3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in thetether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence -(Quad Cab Rear Seats) 1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints andreaching between the rear glass and rear seat. The teth...

Multiple Child Restraint Quad Cab THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2

Tether Anchorage Points at All Three SeatingPositions (Mega Cab) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust thetether strap so that it will reach over the seat back underthe head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind theseat. 2. Lift the cover, and attach the hook to the squareopen...

• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently. • Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-ing or towing significant weight. Because of the construction of the Cummins Dieselengine, engine run-in is enhanced by loaded operatingconditions which allow the engine parts to achieve finalfinish ...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Inside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror – If Equipped . . . .82 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

m Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40Seats) — Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 154 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders(Bucket Seats) — Automatic Transmission . . . . 155 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Man...

MIRRORS Inside Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the viewthrough the rear window. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving thesmall control under the mirror to the night position(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjustedwhile set in the day position (toward wind...

Automatic Dimming Mirror – If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlightglare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the featureon or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.A light in the button will indicate when the dimmingfeature is activated. CAUTION! To avoi...

WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a right side convexmirror will look smaller and farther away than theyreally are. Relying too much on your right sideconvex mirror could cause you to collide with an-other vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirrorwhen judging the size or distance of ...

Electronic Power Mirrors – If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’s door trim panel. Set the top switch to the left or right for the left or rightmirror, and set it to the center off position to preventaccidentally moving a mirror when you are finishedadjusting the m...

Electric Rear Window Defroster and HeatedSideview Mirrors – If Equipped The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heatedside view mirrors are activated by pressing the heated grid button, located on the Climate Control panel,with the ignition On. Turning Off the rear windowdefroster or the ignition wil...

NOTE: Fold the 7 x 10 inch trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. Blindspot Mirror Trailer Towing Position 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) —IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER radio contains an inte- grated Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™) sys-tem. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” forUConnect™ system operating instructions for this ra-dio. UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-...

your phone is turned on and has been paired to thevehicle’s UConnect™ system. The UConnect™ systemallows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system.Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be usedwith the system at a time. The system is available inEnglish, Spanish, or French languages...

Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon-nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider orthe phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with thevehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™system can be adjusted either from the radio volumec...

• You will then be asked for the name of the phonebookentry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work,mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. • When prompted, recite the new phone number for thephonebook entry that you are editing. After you are finished editing an en...

Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through theUConnect™ system if the feature(s) are available on yourcellular service plan. For example, if your cellular serviceplan provides three-way calling, this feature can beaccessed through the UConnect™ system. Check withyour cellular...

Call TerminationTo end a call in progress, momentarily press the 8 Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and ifthere is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.If the active call is terminated by the far end, a call onhold may not become active automatically. This is c...

UConnect™ System Features Language SelectionTo change the language that the UConnect™ system isusing, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to(English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continu...

Mute/Un-mute (Mute off)When you mute the UConnect™ system, you will still beable to hear the conversation coming from the otherparty, but the other party will not be able to hear you. Inorder to mute the UConnect™ system: • Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the f...

Connect or Disconnect Link Between theUConnect™ System and Cellular PhoneYour cellular phone can be paired with many differentelectronic devices, but can only be actively 9 connected 9 with one electronic device at a time. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue-tooth™ connection between...

Select another Cellular PhoneThis feature allows you to select and start using anotherphone with the UConnect™ system. The phone musthave been previously paired to the UConnect™ systemthat you want to use it with. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the 9 Ready 9 prompt and the following be...

Far End Audio Performance • 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. • Operation from driver seat. • In a convertible vehicle, the system performance ...

SEATS The seating options available in this truck are the result ofextensive customer research and evaluations. Seats are also a primary part of the Occupant Restraint(protection) System of the vehicle. They need to be usedproperly for safe operation of the vehicle. WARNING! It is extremely dangerou...

Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forwardor rearward and is equipped with a back recliner. Themanual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle isfound at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull up onthe handle and slide the seat to get the most comfortableposition. WARNING! Adjusting...

WARNING! You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in aseat with the seatback reclined. Do not ride with theseatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is nolonger resting against your chest. If you ride in thisposition, the shoulder harness will no longer berestraining you. In a collision ...

Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquipped Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of thedriver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’sseatback increases or decreases the lumbar (lower back)support. Power Seats — If Equipped CAUTION! Don’t put anything under a power s...

The power seat controls are on the outboard side of thefront seat cushions. Three switches control the seat move-ment. The four-way switch in the center can be movedforward or backwards to get the most comfortable posi-tion. The same switch can be moved up and down to control seat height. Change the...

Heated Seats — If Equipped The heated seat switches are located in the instrumentpanel under the climate controls. Each heated seat switch has two settings (HI and LOW).Press the switch once to obtain High heat level, thenpress the switch again to obtain Low heat level. Pressingthe switch a third ti...

WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-tion or other physical condition must exercise carewhen using the seat heater. It may cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if used...

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Use a firm downward push at the front center ofthe hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up whenthe vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.Be sure all hood latches are lat...

LIGHTS Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to theupward detent position, or if equipped, when the UN-LOCK button is pressed on the key fob. When a door is Headlight S...

open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmercontrol all the way down to the OFF detent will cause allthe interior lights to go out. This is also known as the 9 Party 9 mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehi-cle’s battery. T...

Headlamp Delay To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with aheadlamp delay that will leave the headlamps on for 90seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition isturned OFF while the headlamp switch is on, and thenthe headlamp switch is cycled off. Headlamp delay canbe cancelled by eithe...

Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lensesthat are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakagethan glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and thereforedifferent lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses andr...

beam. An indicator light located in the instrument clusterwill illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lightswill turn off when the switch is pushed a second time,when the headlight switch is rotated to the OFF position,or the high beam is selected. Multifunction Control Lever The multifuncti...

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in themultifunction control lever. Turn the end of the handle toselect the desired wiper speed. Intermittent Wiper SystemThe intermittent feature of this system was designed foruse when weather conditions...

WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshieldcould lead to an accident. You might not see othervehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing ofthe windshield during freezing weather, warm thewindshield with defroster before and during wind-shield washer use. Windshield Washers To us...

TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below theturn signal control and move the wheel up or down, asdesired. Push the lever forward to lock the column firmlyin place. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering...

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allowthe driver to establish a comfortable position relative tothe steering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the...

CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedalsor impede its ability to move as it may cause damageto the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in theadjustable pedal’s path. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this d...

Tapping the ACCEL button once will result in a 2 mph(3km/h) speed increase. Each time the button is tapped,speed increases so that tapping the button three timeswill increase speed by 6 mph (10 km/h), etc. Tapping the DECEL button once will result in a 1 mph (2km/h) speed decrease. Each time the but...

C/T Button Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem-perature and one of eight compass headings that indicatethe direction in which the vehicle is facing. WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularlyin woods or on bri...

Manual Compass Calibration NOTE: To ensure proper compass calibration, make sure the compass variance is properly set before manu-ally calibrating the compass. If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol doesnot appear, you must manually put the compass into the“Calibration” mode. Recalibratin...

NOTE: The default for the compass variance is zone 8. To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold theRESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari-ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEPbutton to select the new variance zo...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONICVEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) —DIESEL ONLY The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, andan Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Dome/Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome/readinglights. The dome/reading lights illuminate whe...

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquipped Pressing the menu button will change thedisplay to one of the following features: Trip FunctionsPressing the STEP button allows you to scroll throughone of the following Trip Function features: • TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled since...

remote keyless entry unlock button twice to unlock thepassenger’s doors. To make your selection, press andrelease the RESET button until “DRV DR 1st ” appears. • “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlo...

• “ILLUMINATED APRCH > OFF” – When this featureis selected, the headlights will activate and remain onfor up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked withthe remote keyless entry transmitter. To make yourselection, press and release the RESET button until“OFF,” “30 sec.,” “60 sec.,” or “90 sec.”...

Automatic Compass CalibrationThis compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates theneed to set the compass manually. When the vehicle isnew, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC willdisplay “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You mayalso calibrate the compass by completing one or more360° ...

Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographicNorth is great enough to cause the compass to give falsereadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be setusing the follow...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press the menu button until Personal Settings isdisplayed. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” isdisplayed. 4. Press and release RESET button until the propervariance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Press and release the ...

CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40Seats) — Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustablecupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on thecup holder door handle, on the front surface. Eachopening in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cupsand ...

Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — ManualTransmission Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab) — If Equipped Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup-holder that consists of two cupwells for rear passengerconvenience. Cup Holders Manual Transmission 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

STORAGE Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) —If Equipped The center portion of the seat folds down to provide anarmrest with unique storage compartments under the lid.Push the button on the front of the armrest to raise thecover. Inside there is a power outlet (if equipped), removable coin ho...

CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when not inuse (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, ifplugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery willdischarge sufficiently to degrade battery lifeand/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that ...

Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models) Located in the center of the front 40/20/40 seat cushionthere is a storage compartment. Standard cab models also have storage behind the seat. The Quad Cab models provide additional storage underthe rear seat. Lift the seat to access the storage compart-ment. Quad...

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery baghandles are built into the back panel of the cab, behindthe rear seat. REAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heatedside view ...

FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED Quad Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat, may beequipped with a folding load floor. WARNING! Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored onthe load floor. While driving or in an accident youmay experience, abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration,or sharp turns. Lo...

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 untilthe load floor unfolds into position. 3. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor. Unfolding The Load Floor Load Floor In Open Position 164 UNDERSTANDING...

Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Underthe Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of theload floor. 3. Lift the load floor up to access storage under the loadfloor. WARNING! Do not drive with the load floor in the...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS m Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 m Instrument Clusters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ 5.7L Gas Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 ▫ 6.7L Cummins Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . 1...

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS 5.7L Gas Engines 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

6.7L Cummins Diesel Engines UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, EngineOil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low.Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructionscontained below for each indicated problem. NOTE: When...

Acceleration which causes the rear wheels to slip for aperiod of time may result in the red brake light illumi-nating and a brake switch code being set on ABSequipped vehicles. Depressing the brake pedal shouldextinguish the red brake light. 20. ABS Warning Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Br...

27. Fuel GaugeShows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in theON position. 28. Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is between “E” and 1/8indication mark (approximately 15% of tank vol-ume) on the fuel gauge. When the fuel gauge pointer is on “E” (equivalent to Distance To Empty [...

On the RAQ radio the time button alternates the locationof the time and frequency on the display. On the REF onlyone of the two, time or frequency is displayed at a time. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tu...

Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances duringtransmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,and thus remain a part of the AM reception. Theyinterfere very little with the frequency variations thatcarry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplit...

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO ANDHANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY 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 ...

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 CDlabel facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled intothe CD Player and the CD icon wi...

Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, whichallows the user to plug in a portable device such as anMP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilizethe vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and playthrough the vehicle speakers. The auxili...

SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIOWITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDSFREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES 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 ...

Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3file recording media and formats are limited. Whenwriting MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric-tions. Supported Media (Disc Types)The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio areCD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW...

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may cause playback problems. The radio isdesigned to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and willnot play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compres...

AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Pressing this button plays files randomly. SET/DIR Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, whenplaying an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structure.Turn the TUNE ...

SALES CODE RAK – AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD(6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITERADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, andWMA CAPABILITIES 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 A...

If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (ProgramType) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radiowill tune to the preset station. NOTE: If you have selected a PTY with the tune knob, simply pressing the tune button in will go directly to a“PTY seek”. Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode)These butt...

Noise Reduction The Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever thetape player is on, but may be switched off. To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction System: PressPreset 1 after you insert the tape. The NR light in thedisplay will go off when the Dolby System is off. * ”Dolby” noise reduction is man...

SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIOWITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3Capability (REC) - combines a Global-PositioningSystem-based navigation system with an integrated colorscreen to provide maps, turn identification, selection menus and instructions for se...

Audio Clock Display Select this option to change the size of the clock on theaudio screens. 1. When you are at an audio screen, quickly press theTIME button on the navigation faceplate. 2. In this example the large clock appears on the screen. 3. To switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press...

Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAKRadios Selecting Satellite Mode — REF RadioPress the MODE button repeatedly until the word 9 SAT 9 appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radiomode. Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ and RAK RadioPress the MODE button rep...

Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings cancause intermitt...

CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,take the following precautions: 1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-ished. 2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect fromsl...

COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the compact discs in good condition, take thefollowing precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching thesurface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid ...

CLIMATE CONTROLS The controls for the heating and ventilation system in thisvehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfortcontrols can be set to obtain desired interior conditions. Heater Only — If Equipped Climate Control Location Manual Heating Controls 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMEN...

The mode control (at the right of thecontrol panel) can be set in any of thefollowing positions: NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions betweenthe major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-tified by the small dots. Panel Outside a...

Air Conditioning and Heating — If Equipped Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fancontrol at any speed and press the snowflakebutton located at the right of the control panel.Conditioned air will be directed through the outlets selected by the mode control. A light in...

edges of the instrument panel. The demisters also pro-vide extra air ducts for circulation. They are in operationwhenever the Floor, Mix or Defrost modes are in use. Toremove frost from the side windows, it is best to use thefull defrost mode. NOTE: When you turn off the engine you may hear a hissin...

the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-tified by the small dots and give an even blend of bothmodes. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in theinstrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted todirect the airflow. Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the i...

Dual Zone Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the airinside the passenger compartment. This is accomplishedby having separate temperature control slides for boththe driver and front passenger. The blue area of the scaleindicates cooler temperatures while the red area ...

Operating Tips Fast CooldownFor a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob tothe extreme right position, turn the mode control to thepanel fresh position, press the snowflake button to turnon the air conditioning, and drive with the windowsopen for the first few minutes. Once the hot air has b...

Summer OperationAir conditioned vehicles must be protected with a highquality antifreeze coolant during summer to provideproper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling pointof the coolant for protection against overheating. A 50 %concentration is recommended. Refer to RecommendedFluids and Gen...

Operating Tips Chart 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures – Gas Engines . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped . . . . . . 252 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . ...

▫ Before Plowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 ▫ Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability . . 366 ▫ Over The Road Operation With SnowplowAttached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 ▫ Methods For Removing Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 ▫ Operating Tips . ....

Normal Starting Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine isobtained without pumping or depressing the acceleratorpedal. Turn the key to the START position and releasewhen the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5seconds, then re...

WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up maycause serious injury or death. Manual Transmission – If Equipped Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control leverin NEUTRAL and depress the clutch pedal to the floorbefore starting the...

• Allow the engine to idle about three minutes untilthe manifold heaters have completed the post-heatcycle. • Release the parking brake and drive. NOTE: Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at low coolant temperatures to improve enginewarm-up. NOTE: If the engine stalls or if th...

4. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start. WARNING! Do not open the high pressure fuel system whencranking the engine or with the engine running.Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. Highpressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or death. NOTE: The engine may run rough until the ...

WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up maycause serious injury or death. NORMAL OPERATION – DIESEL ENGINE Observe the following when the engine is operating. • All message center lights are off. • Check Engine Lamp is off. • Engine Oil ...

Cold Weather Precautions Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) mayrequire special considerations. The following charts sug-gest these options: Fuel Operating Range NOTE: Use “Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels” ONLY. *No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuel should only be usedwhere extended arctic...

Engine Block HeaterThe engine block heater warms engine coolant andpermits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the heatercord to a ground–fault interrupter protected 110–115 voltAC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten-sion cord. The engine block heater cord is routed under the hoo...

If temperatures are below 32°F (0°C), operate the engineat moderate speeds for 5 minutes before full loads areapplied. Engine Idling — In Cold Weather Avoid prolonged idling in ambient temperatures below0°F. Long periods of idling may be harmful to yourengine because combustion chamber temperatures ...

Stopping The Engine Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown.After full load operation, idle the engine 3 to 5 minutesbefore shutting it down. This idle period will allow thelubricating oil and coolant to carry excess heat away fromthe combustion chamber, bearings, internal components,a...

Engine Speed Control CAUTION! Prevent overspeeding the engine going down hill.When descending steep grades, use a combination ofgears and service brakes to control vehicle/enginespeed. Overspeed can cause severe engine damage. Operating Precautions Avoid Overheating The EngineThe temperature of the ...

WARNING! Do not use the Exhaust Brake feature when drivingin icy or slippery conditions as the increased enginebraking can cause the rear wheels to slide and thevehicle to swing around with the possible loss ofvehicle control, which may cause an accident possi-bly resulting in personal injury or dea...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after thevehicle has come to a complete stop and the engineis at idle speed. •...

If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, thetransmission will automatically select the most desirablegear for operation at this temperature. If the transmissiontemperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP lightmay illuminate and the transmission may downshift outof Overdrive until the tr...

Torque Converter ClutchA feature, designed to improve fuel economy, has beenincluded in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.A clutch within the torque converter engages automati-cally at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightlydifferent feeling or response during normal operation inhi...

Downshifting – Gas Engine Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear isrecommended to preserve brakes when driving downsteep hills. In addition, downshifting at the right timeprovides better acceleration when you desire to resumespeed. For acceleration at speeds less than 20 mph (30km/h), 2nd gear...

avoid overspeeding the engine and clutch. For accelera-tion at speeds less than 15 mph (25 km/h), 2nd gear isrecommended. CAUTION! When descending a hill, be very careful to downshiftone gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the enginewhich can cause valve damage. Failure to follow the recommended ...

This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2-wheel-drive position (2H) for normal street and highway con-ditions such as dry hard surfaced roads. When additional traction is required the transfer case 4Hand 4L positions can be used to lock the front and reardriveshafts together and force the...

NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be experienced due to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tirepressures, excessive vehicle loading, or cold tempera-tures. WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended with the transfer case in theNeutral (N) position without...

4L4-Wheel-Drive Low Range - Low speed 4-wheel-drive.Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces thefront and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.Additional traction and maximum pulling power forloose, slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph(40 km/h). Vehicle’s equipped with t...

vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage / disen-gage faster if you momentarily release the acceleratorpedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant forcewhen shifting the transfer case lever. 2H or 4H ⇔ 4L With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shiftan automatic transmis...

Electronically Shifted Transfer Case OperatingInformation/Precautions (4 Position Switch) — IfEquipped This is an electric shift transfer case and is operated bythe 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which islocated on the instrument panel. This Electronically Shifted transfer case provides ...

NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lowerleft hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The transfercase Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreationaltowing only. See the Recreational Towing section forspecific procedures on sh...

If One or More Shift Conditions are not Met 1. The indicator light for the current position will remainON. 2. The newly selected position indicator light will con-tinue to flash. 3. The transfer case will not shift. NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requirements ...

4WD LOCK4 Wheel Drive Lock Range - Locks the front and reardriveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels torotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose,slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW4 Wheel Drive Low Range - Low speed 4 wheel drive.Locks the front and rear driveshafts toget...

light will continue to flash until all the requirements forthe selected position have been met. To retry a shift:return the control knob back to the original position,make certain all shift requirements have been met, waitfive (5) seconds and try the shift again. NOTE: If all the requirements to sel...

Preferred Procedure 1. With engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3to 5 km/h). 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (depress clutchon manual transmissions). 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case controlswitch to the desired position. 4. After the desired position indicator light i...

LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPED The limited-slip differential provides additional tractionon snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly whenthere is a difference between the traction characteristicsof the surface under the right and left rear wheels. Duringnormal driving and cornering, th...

POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION – IF EQUIPPED The Dodge Chassis Cab vehicle, when equipped witheither the automatic 6 speed or manual G-56 6 speedtransmissions, will allow for an aftermarket upfit with atransmission driven PTO (power take off). The customerwill have the ability to operate the PTO in either...

operation and return to “standard vehicle operation”simply turn the up fitter provided on/off switch to the offposition or press the “cancel” cruise switch. To operate the PTO via a remote switch the customermust make sure the above conditions are met. It is vitalfor proper operation that the PTO an...

PARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below thelower left corner of the instrument panel. To release theparking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. NOTE: The instrument cluster red brake warning light will come on and flash to indicate that the parking brakeis applied...

WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damageor injury. Also be certain to leave an automatictransmission in Park, a manual transmission inReverse or First gear. Failure to do so may allowthe vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • ...

Brake Noise During normal operation of the brake system certainnoises may be present from time to time. Occasional 9 groan 9 or 9 squeal 9 noises may occur during normal operation of the brake system which may not be indica-tive of a problem. These noises may be heard at any timethe brakes are appli...

ABS Warning LightThe Anti-lock Brake System includes an amber warninglight, located in the instrument cluster. When the light isilluminated, the Anti-lock Brake System is not function-ing. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. WARNING! Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish the...

NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” moldedinto the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe ...

Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ( ....blank.... ( = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = S...

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 correspondingto its load index under certain operating conditions.—The maximum speed correspon...

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. Tires withwhite sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TINon the outboard side of black si...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side“B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that ca...

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need forearlier tire replacement. Under inflation, also increasestire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump-tion. ...

When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheelassembly mounted on a vehicle, use Remote MountAutomatic Inflation Kit (similar to model number 27-cc1021234, available from TEAM PSE – PENTASTARService Equipment Phone Number 1-800-734-4334. NOTE: Never attempt to re-inflate a tire and wheel asse...

Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6 of thismanual for additional information. WARNING! 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 some-one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster t...

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years,regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to followthis warning can result in sud...

WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-pension dimensions and performance characteris-tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, andbraking of your vehicle. This can cause unp...

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration andavoid tire cupping and spotty wear. SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION— IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen-ge...

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-ing link and cable (radial) chains. Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of Ram4X2 trucks. NOTE: The use of class “U” chains is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheelsand LT235/80R17E tires. NOT...

poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro-hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should bechecked before using these tire types. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate atdifferent loads and perform different steering, driving,and braking ...

Dual Rear Wheels The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should bematched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in a set.To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge across allfour tires. The straight edge should touch all the tires. CAUTION! 3500/4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires have only one ap-pro...

Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline orE85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of themanufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made fromMethanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha-nol. MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that isblended into s...

• The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter tooverheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor orsome lig...

ADDING FUEL Adding Fuel (Gas Engines) CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys-tem could result from using an improper fuel tankfiller tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could letimpurities into the fuel system. Also a poorly fittedafter-market cap can cause the MIL (Malfunct...

NOTE: Tighten the gas cap 1/4 turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is properlytightened. If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MalfunctionIndicator Light will come on, Be sure the gas cap istightened every time the vehicle is refueled. WARNING! A fire may result ...

WARNING! Do not open the high pressure fuel system with theengine running. Engine operation causes high fuelpressure. High pressure fuel spray can cause seriousinjury or death. Priming if the engine has run out of fuel 1. Add a substantial quantity of fuel to the tank 5 to 10gallons (19 to 38L). 2. ...

TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully re-view this information to tow your load as efficiently andsafely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the ...

Fifth-Wheel HitchA special high platform with a coupling that mounts overthe rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connectsa vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin. Gooseneck HitchThe gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling armwhich attaches to a ball mounted in the bed...

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following websiteaddresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing . • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60...

• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput 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. Also, additionalfactory-installed options, or dealer-installed options,must be con...

Seven of the twelve circuits are the standard 7 pin trailerwiring circuits. Three of the twelve circuits are upfittercircuits used for aftermarket applications. Two of thetwelve circuits are additional trailer circuits. For addi-tional information about trailer tow circuits or otherexterior lighting...

− Air ConditioningTurn off temporarily. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more informa-tion. Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirrorhead to provide a greater vision range when towingextra-wi...

SNOWPLOW Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factoryinstalled option. These packages include componentsnecessary to equip your vehicle with a snowplow. NOTE: Before installation of a snowplow it is highly recommended that the owner / installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained wi...

Before plowing • Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper fluidlevel. • 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 aboveground in snow plowing position. • Check that snowplow light...

Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica-tions at the factory without consideration for the weightof the plow. Front end tow-in should be checked andreset if necessary at the beginning and end of thesnowplow season. This will help prevent uneven tirewear. The blade should be lowered wh...

Operating Tips Under ideal snow plowing conditions, 20 mph (32 km/h)should be maximum operating speed. The operatorshould be familiar with the area and surface to becleaned. Reduce speed and use extreme caution whenplowing unfamiliar areas or under poor visibility. NOTE: During snowplow usage on veh...

• Do not shift the transmission unless the engine hasreturned to idle and wheels have stopped. Make apractice of stepping on the brake pedal before shiftingthe transmission. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing – 2 Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing of 2 Wheel Drive mo...

Recreational Towing Procedure — Manual ShiftTransfer Case — If EquippedUse the following procedure to prepare your vehicle forrecreational towing: CAUTION! It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain thatthe transfer case is fully in N (NEUTRAL) beforerecreational towing to prevent damage to...

CAUTION! Damage to the automatic transmission may occur ifthe transmission is shifted into P (PARK) with thetransfer case in N (NEUTRAL) and the engine RUN-NING. With the transfer case in N (NEUTRAL)ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting thetransmission into P (PARK) Returning to Normal Ope...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 m Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ 3500 Models – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 m Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 ▫ Tire ...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning switch is mounted on the top of thesteering column as shown in the illustration. To engage the Hazard Warning lights, depress the buttonon the top of the steering column. When the HazardWarning switch is activated, all directional turn signalswill flash off ...

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushed. Never put any part of your bodyunder a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or runthe engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If youneed to get...

NOTE: Jacking and tire changing on 4500/5500 models should be performed by an authorized dealer, or knowl-edgeable service personnel with the appropriate heavyduty equipment like a tire service company. PreparationsPark the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice orslippery areas. Set the park...

When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drivetube to the jack and connect the drive tube to theextension tube. Securely place the jack under the swaybar bracket (unless both tire’s are flat on one side, thenplace jack under shock bracket) facing forward in vehicle.Connect the jack tube extensi...

Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting theinner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem-bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on theinner wheel. The tires of both dual wheels must becompletely off the ground when tightening to insurewheel centering and maximum whee...

DiscWheels Type Nut Stud Size Torque Ft. Lbs. TorqueNewtonMeters Cone 9/16-18 120-150 160-200 Flanged 9/16-18 130-160 190-220 To Stow The Flat Or Spare (If Equipped)Refer to Upfitters Body Builders Guide for informationon stowing your spare tire (If Equipped). HOISTING A conventional floor jack may ...

2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative(-) post of booster battery. Connect the other end of thejumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of thevehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure a goodconnection is made, free of dirt and grease. WARNING! • Do not connect the cab...

In general, the least amount of accelerator pedal pressureto maintain the rocking motion without spinning thewheels or racing the engine is most effective. Racing theengine or spinning the wheels, due to the frustration ofnot freeing the vehicle, may lead to transmission over-heating and failure. Al...

WARNING! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.Tow straps and chains may break, causing seriousinjury. CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue avehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks fortow truck hookup or highway towing. You coulddamage your vehicle. TOWING A...

4-Wheel- Drive Vehicles CAUTION! To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing,always use one of the following methods. NOTE: The Transfer Case must be in the neutral posi- tion, and the transmission must be in Park (AutomaticTransmission), or in gear (Manual Transmission) to tow a4WD vehicle wi...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Engine Compartment — 6.7L Diesel Engine . . . . 400 m Engine Compartment— 5.7L Gas Engine . . . . . . 401 m Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) . . . . . . . . . 402 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 m Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . ....

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 5.7L GAS ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 7

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Vehicles equipped with California emissions controlshave a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system calledOBDII. This system monitors the performance of theemissions, engine, and automatic transmission controlsystems. When these systems are operating properly,your v...

tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn themessage off. If the problem persists, the message willappear the next time the vehicle is started. This mightindicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twicein a row, the system will turn on the MalfunctionIndicator Light (MIL). Resolving...

WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipment.If you have any doubt about your ability to performa service job, take your vehicle to a competentmechanic. SERVICE INFORMATION Mopar Fluids, Lubr...

• If you have your vehicle undercoated, make sure noundercoating material is sprayed on the exhaust sys-tem or components of the seat belt system. NOTE: It is not possible for the manufacturer and Cummins, Inc. to anticipate every possible circumstancethat can involve a potential hazard. WARNING! To...

pressure. Do not check for pressure leaks with yourhand. High pressure oil or fuel can cause personalinjury. WARNING! Do not open the high pressure fuel system with theengine running. Engine operation causes high fuelpressure. High pressure fuel spray can cause seriousinjury or death. • Important: A...

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)Use SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil that meets DaimlerChrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and theAPI CJ-4 engine oil category. Engine oil not designated by the DaimlerChrysler orCummins Material Standards and API CJ-4 should not beused, engine and exhaust system durability may...

CAUTION! Overtightening may distort the threads or damagethe filter element seal. Install the filter as specified by the filter manufacturer.Turn the filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contactwith the gasket. Check the condition of the threads and sealing surface onthe oil pan and drain plug. ...

WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) canprovide a measure of protection in the case of enginebackfire. Do not remove the air induction system (aircleaner, hoses, etc) unless such removal is necessaryfor repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one isnear the engine compartment...

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is inmotion. • Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing thevehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wiresdisconnected or removed,...

CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is attached tothe negative post. Battery posts are marked (+)positive and negative (-) and identified on thebattery case. • If a “fast charger” is used wh...

CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is attached to thenegative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positiveand negative (-) and identified on the battery case.Also, if a “fast charger” is used ...

WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants areflammable and can explode, injuring you. Otherunapproved refrigerants or lubricants can causethe system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer t...

Front Prop Shaft Lubrication Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oilchange listed in the appropriate Maintenance Schedulefor your vehicle. Use Mopar t type MS-6560 (lithium based grease), or equivalent. Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Ball Joints The front axle universal join...

amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar t Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. Windshield Wiper Blades The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshieldshould be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft clothand a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-m...

WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working aroundthe washer solution. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for afew minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing orfreezing the f...

WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscious and caneventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol-low the preceding safety tips. Exhaust System Rubber Isolator and Loop-TypeHanger — If EquippedIn...

Adding CoolantYour vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. Thiscoolant can be used up to 5 Years or 100,000 miles beforereplacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-nance period, it is important that you use the samecoolant throughou...

When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Donot overfill. Points To Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vaporcoming from the front of the engine compartment. This ...

• Do not change the thermostat for summer or winteroperation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs mayresult in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gasmileage, and increased emissions. Fan InspectionCheck the fan for cracks and bent or broken ...

heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swellingindicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular attentionshould be made to examining those hose surfaces nearestto high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold. Insure nylon tubing in these...

Drain And RefillOn 3500 vehicles the differential cover must be removedto drain the axle fluid. On 4500/5500 vehicles remove the lower bolt to drain theaxle fluid. Follow the appropriate Maintenance Schedule for recom-mended front and rear axle fluid change intervals. Lubricant SelectionRefer to Flu...

Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter ChangeFollow the Maintenance Schedule for recommendedtransmission fluid and filter change intervals. NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special AdditivesThe manufacturer recommends against the addi...

Procedure For Checking Fluid LevelTo properly check the automatic transmission fluid level,the following procedure must be used: 1. The vehicle must be on level ground. 2. Operate the engine at idle speed for a minimum of 60seconds and normal operating temperature. 3. Fully apply parking brake and p...

between the two cold (lower) holes on the dipstick withthe fluid at approximately 70° F – 85° F (20° C – 30° C). Ifthe fluid level is correctly established at room tempera-ture, it should be between the HOT (upper) referenceholes when the transmission reaches 160° F - 175° F (70°C – 82° C). Remember...

The fluid and filter(s) should be changed as specified inthe Maintenance Schedule (Section 8). NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed, and thebands adjusted (if equipped). Special AdditivesThe manufacturer recommends against the addition ofan...

Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines) Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest tothe mileage at which service was performed.MILES 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000 KILOMETERS 12 000 24 000 36 000 48 000 6...

• Use Mopar t Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never toscratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffingthat may diminish the gloss or thin out the paintfinish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials suchas ste...

FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) An integrated Power Module is located in the enginecompartment near the battery. This center contains car-tridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuseand component may be stamped on the inside coverotherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped onthe i...

VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, werecommend 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.) fuselocated in the Integrated Power Module, located in theengine compartment. The I....

4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room todisconnect the electrical connectors. NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly straight forward, applying the greatest amount of force tothe outer edge of the headlight assembly. Rear Headlight Housing Nut Access Headlight Removal ...

5. Unlock and pull connector straight from the base ofthe headlight halogen bulb. 6. Twist connector on the side marker/turn signal/parklight bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 7. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogenbulb in housing. 8. Twist the headlight halog...

Fog Lights 1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connectorcounterclockwise 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing. 2. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-ing. 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light. 2. Rotate the socket 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull it from the light assembly. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 7

3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace. FLUID AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Appoximate)6.7L HO Turbo DieselEngine Standard Rear Tank 52 gal. 197 L Optional Midship Tank 22 gal. 83L Fuel (Appoximate)5.7L Gas Engine Standard Rear Tank 52 gal. 197L Optional Midship Tank 22 gal. 83L 4...

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic Transmission(5 Speed 545RFE) Mopar t ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Automatic Transmission(6 Speed AS68RC) Mopar t AS68RC™ Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case Mopar t ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Manual Transmissi...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 480 m Maintenance Schedules — 6.7L Turbo Diesel . . . . 480 ▫ Oil Change Indicator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 482 ▫ Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 483 m Maintenance Schedule — 5.7L Ga...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype in this section (Section 8) must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued properfunctioning of the emission control system. These, and allother maintenance services included in this...

Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-ceipts. Oil Change Indicator System Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil changeindicator system. This system will alert you when it istime to change your engine oil by displaying the w...

Maintenance Schedule 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 X X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X Rotate tires. X X X X X Check spare tire for...

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] Inspect brake linings. X Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X Inspect fan hub. X Inspect damper. X Inspect front wheel bearings. X Inspect drive belt, replac...

Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 (Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (97 000) (109 000) (121 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, ifnot replaced at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). X Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. X X Replace fuel filter elem...

Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (133 000) (145 000) (157 000) (160 000) (169 000) [Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] Inspect fan hub. X Inspect damper. X Replace fuel filter element. X X Inspect front wheel bearings. X Inspect brake linings. X X Inspect and adjust parking brake if ...

Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-ceipts. *This maintenance is not required if belt was previouslyreplaced. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have th...

Required Maintenance Intervals Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6 Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 6 Lubricate outer tie rod ends. 6,0...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months. 24,000 40 000 24 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends...

Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months Change the manual transmission fluid if using yourvehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow-plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery s...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 ▫ Be Reasonable ...

WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certainvehicle components contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-ucts of component wear contain or ...

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Wash-ington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other informationabout motor vehicle safety from htt...

Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to dissipate heat when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause thematerial of...

Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343,345Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Air Cleaner, Engine(Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . 413,414,453Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427Air Conditioning Refri...

Automatic Transmission (Gas Engine Only) . . . . . 448Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444,478Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 232Catalyst Full Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 422Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . . . . . . . . . . 186,194,208Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Hitches Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Hoisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440Hub Caps . ....

Tampering Prohibited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 Noise Emission Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451,454 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Folding Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Reclining . . . . . . . . . . ...