Dodge 2009 Ram 1500 - Manual

INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Bookletand various customer-oriented documents. You areurged to read these pub...

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If youdo not read this entire manual, you may miss importantinforma...

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 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Locking Doors With A Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 14 ▫ To Manually Lo...

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has thekey code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numberscan be used to order duplicate keys from your authorizeddealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbersand keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automat...

Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock thedoor, turn the key rearward. To unlock the door, turn thekey forward. For door lock lubrication, see “Body Lubri-cation” in Section 7 of this manual. STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a ...

SENTRY KEY 姞 The Sentry Key 威 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 that have an embeddedelec...

Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. The Vehicle SecurityLight in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly forabout 16 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set.After the alarm is set, the Vehicle Security Light will flashat a slower rate to indicate that the Vehicle SecurityAlarm is armed...

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open thedoors. This feature is only available if you have RemoteKeyless Entry. The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds, or theywill immediately fade to off onc...

To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door or twiceto unlock all the doors. When the UNLOCK button ispressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, the parkinglights will flash on twice and, if installed, the cargo lampwill turn...

3. Continue to hold the LOCK button, wait at least fourseconds, but no longer than 10 seconds, then press andhold the PANIC button. Release both buttons at the sametime. 4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. This vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant with thepark lamp flash fea...

Programming Additional RKE Transmitters Refer to “Sentry Key 威 Programming” under “Sentry Key 威 ” in this section. If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,contact your authorized dealer for details. General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRS-210 of Industry...

RKE Transmitter Battery Service 1. With RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flatblade or dime to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit-ter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasketduring removal. 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing thebattery, match the + sign on battery...

• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON positionbefore you can repeat the start sequence for a thirdcycle. Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: • The engine stalls o...

DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lockplunger up or down. All doors may be opened with the inside door handlewithout lifting the lock plunger. Doors locked beforeclosing will remain locked when closed. The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your veh...

Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trimpanel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key isin the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden-...

4. Within 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCKposition to the ON/RUN position a minimum of fourtimes, ending in the ON/RUN position. (Do not start the engine) . 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switchin the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature h...

To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever UPto engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the childprotection door locks. When the system on a door isengaged, that door can only be opened by using theoutside door handle even, if the inside door LOCK is inthe UNLOCKED position. WARNING! Avo...

WINDOWS Power Windows—If Equipped The control on the left front door panel has Up/Downswitches that give you fingertip control of all powerwindows. There is a single opening and closing switch onthe front passenger door for passenger window control and on the rear doors of Quad Cab 威 and Mega Cab 威 ...

Auto-Down (Driver’s Side Only) The driver’s window switch has an Auto-Down feature.Press the window switch past the detent, release, and thewindow will automatically go down. Window Lockout Switch (4–Door Models Only) The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allowsyou to disable the window con...

WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a singleseat belt. People belted together can crash into oneanother in an accident, hurting one another badly.Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for morethan one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Inst...

3. When the belt is extended long enough to fit, insert thelatch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ridetoo high on your body, possibly causing internalinjuries. Always buckle your belt i...

WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger-ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces ofthe vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neckinjury. And a belt worn under the arm can causeinternal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulderbones. Wear the belt over ...

Regular Cab Front Center Three-Point Belt 1. The front center seat belt on the Regular Cab may bedisconnected to open up utilization of the storage areasbehind the front seats. The black latch plate can bedetached from the black keyed seat belt buckle located onthe inboard side of the passenger seat...

WARNING! • If the black latch and black buckle are not prop-erly connected when the seat belt is used by anoccupant, the seat belt will not be able to provideproper restraint and will increase the risk of injuryin a collision. • When reattaching the black latch and blackbuckle, ensure the seat belt ...

WARNING! If the black latch and buckle are not connected whenthe seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt willnot restrain you properly. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can beadjusted upward or downward to help position the beltaway ...

Center Lap Belts The center seating position for the Quad Cab 威 front seat has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙ click. ⬙ To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. To remove slack,pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear th...

4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Asingle chime will sound to signify that you have success-fully completed the programming. BeltAlert 威 can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. NOTE: Although BeltAlert 威 has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illu...

WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. You maydamage the airbags and you could be injuredbecause the airbags are no longer functional.These protective covers for the airbag cushions aredesigned to open only when the airbags are inflat-ing...

the START or RUN positions. These include all of theitems listed above except the steering wheel andcolumn, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFFposition, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition,the airbags are not on and will not inflate. • The ORC also turns on the Airbag WarningLight in...

Only). See Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch – (2500/3500 Regular Cab Vehicles Only) in this section foradditional information. • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the rightside of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision re...

the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators onthe crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of non-toxicgas is generated to inflate the window bag. Theinflating window bag pushes the outside edge of theheadliner out of the way and covers the window. Theairbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds (...

To Turn On the Passenger Airbag (2500/3500 RegularCab Vehicles Only) Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag ON/OFFSwitch, push the key in and turn counterclockwise, andremove the key from the switch. This will turn ON thepassenger airbag. The OFF light near the switch will beoff when the ign...

irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particlessettle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac-turer’s instructions for cleaning. • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after theairbags have deployed. If you are involved in anothercollision, the airbags will not be in place to pro...

NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Enhanced Accident Response System If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electricalsystem remains functional, vehicles equipped withpower door locks will unlock automatically. In addition,a...

2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler LLCproduct. 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. 4. Otherwise required by law. Data parameters that may be recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status forelectronically-controlled safety systems, including theairbag s...

Children 12 years and younger should ride properlybuckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crashstatistics, children are safer when properly restrained inthe rear seats rather than in the front. WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby,can become a missile inside...

opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch platefrom the buckle and twist the short buckle-end beltseveral times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate intothe buckle with the release button facing out. • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling andpushing on the restraint loosens the ...

Identification dots are located above the standard cabfront seat lower anchorages as a guide for locating loweranchors. NOTE: For children riding in the front seat of a Regular Cab model, refer to the “Passenger Airbag ON/OFFSwitch” located in this section. Regular Cab Passenger Seat Quad Cab 威 Rear...

WARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to theLATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant orchild restraint. The child could be badly injured orkilled. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactlywhen installing an infant or child restraint. Child Restraint Tether Anchor Child rest...

Tether Anchorage Points at the Right and CenterFront Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust thetether strap so that it will reach over the seatback underthe head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind theseat. 2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), an...

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

3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in thetether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bendover the front of the seat when their ba...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . 82 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 ▫ Outside M...

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the smallcontrol under the mirror to the night position (toward therear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted whileset in the day position (toward the windshield). Themirror should be adjusted to center on the view thr...

CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, neverspray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe themirror clean. Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a s...

Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All 6 x 9 in exterior mirrors are hinged and may bemoved either forward or rearward to resist damage. Thehinges have three detent positions: full forward, fullrearward and normal. Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’...

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. Thisfeature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” inthis section, for further information. Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are designed with an adjust...

NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to entering an automated car wash. A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the mainmirror surface. uconnect 姞 phone — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain anintegrated uconnect 威 phone. Refer to your “Navigation User’s M...

The uconnect 威 phone can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth 威 cellular phone. See the uconnect 威 website for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile)you may not be able to use any uconnect 威 phone features. Refer to your cellu...

• When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙ Pair a Phone ⬙ and follow the audible prompts. • You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi-fication Number (PIN), which you will later need toenter into your cellular phone. You can enter anyfour-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PINafte...

• Only the cellular phone’s phonebook is downloaded.SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone-book. • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited ordeleted on the uconnect 威 phone. These can only be edited on the cellular phone. The changes are trans-ferred and updated to uconnect 威 phone on...

When calling a number with your uconnect 威 phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequenceon your cellular phone keypad, you can press the VOICERECOGNITION button and say the sequence you wishto enter, followed by the word ⬙ Send. ⬙ For example, if required to enter your PIN follo...

Things You Should Know About Your uconnect 姞 phone uconnect 威 phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press thePHONE button and say “uconnect 威 Tutorial.” Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, the uconne...

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, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, ...

General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment. • T...

NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR button first and wait for the beep before speaking the“Barge In” commands. Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect 威 phone Voice Training feature may be used. 1. Press the...

Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped The front seats are adjustable, forward or rearward. Theadjustment handle is located at the front edge of each seatcushion. Pull upward on the handle and slide the seat,forward or rearward, to the desired position. Using bodypressure, move forward and rearward on t...

Reclining Seats (Quad Cab 姞 Models) The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seatcushion. Pull upward on the handle to release the seat-back, lean forward or rearward to the desired position. WARNING! You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in aseat with the seatback reclined....

Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of neck injury in theevent of a rear impact. To adjust, pull upward on thehead restraints so that the upper edge is as high aspractical, at least to the level of the ears. To lower thehead restraint, push inward on the button and pushdow...

Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat controls are located on the outboard sideof the front seat cushions. Three switches control the seatmovement. The four-way switch is used to move the seat cushionforward or backward, or to adjust the seat height up ordown. The angle, or tilting, of the seat c...

CAUTION! Do not place anything under a power seat. It maycause damage to the seat or the seat controls. Rear Seat Features Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seatcushion. Pull upward on the handle, to release theseatback, and lean forward or rearw...

Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) — If Equipped Both the left and right rear seatbacks can be folded downand used as a table. To fold down either rear seatback: 1. Lift the handle, located next to the head restraint. 2. Fold the seatback forward. 3. Lift the seatback, to return the seat to the uprightp...

Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) — If Equipped Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (kneelmode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the rearseatbacks provide two D-rings and rear storage bin lidswith two slotted cutouts. Use a cargo tie-downs to securecargo. WARNING! • It is extremel...

NOTE: The rear seat will drop and move forward in “kneel mode”. To fold either rear seat flat: 1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of theseat. 2. Fold the seatback down and push the seat forward. 3. Lift the seatback, to return the seat to the uprightposition. Be sure the seat is locked...

WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked intoposition. If the seatback in not securely locked intoposition the seat will not provide the proper stabilityfor child seats and/or passengers. An improperlylatched seat could cause serious injury. Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature he...

Press the switch once to select High-level heat-ing. Press the switch a second time to selectLow-level heating. Press the switch a third timeto shut the heating elements Off. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord inju...

2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the grilleand push upward on the safety latch to release it beforeraising the hood. CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Use a firm downward push at the front centerof the hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNIN...

LIGHTS The headlight switch is located on instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to theupward detent position, or by ...

Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load sheddingis provided for both the interior and exterior lights. If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar, or if thedimmer control is rotated upwards for approximately10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off. ...

Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the firstposition, the parking lights, taillights, side markerlights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights will turn on whenthe switch is rotated to the second position. Y...

DRL lamp on the same side of the vehicle will turn off forthe duration of the turn signal activation. Once the turnsignal is no longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate. Lights-on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights or cargo lights are left onafter the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will ...

Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever, located on the left side of thesteering column, is used to activate the turn signals andhigh beams headlights. Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand orleft-hand turn. The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashesto ind...

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in themultifunction lever. Turn the end of the handle to selectthe desired wiper speed. Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed foruse when weather conditions make a single wiping cyc...

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 the defroster before and duringwindshield washer use. Windshield Washers To ...

TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. The tilt control lever is located onthe left-side of the steering column, just below themultifunction lever. Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock thesteering column. Move the steering column up ...

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable accelerator and brake pedal allow thedriver to establish a comfortable position relative to thesteering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in(254 mm) away from the airbag, located in the center of...

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, the El...

is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the buttonthree times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h). Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button istapped, speed decreases. For example, tapping the buttonthree times will decrease the spee...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The two optional overhead consoles may consist of thefollowing features: • Courtesy/Reading Lights • Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer(CMTC) — If Equipped • Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights In the middle of the console are two cou...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IFEQUIPPED This optional overhead console consists of the following: • Courtesy Lights • Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) This overhead console allows you to choose between acompass/temperature display and one of four trip c...

US/M Button Use this button to change the display from U.S. toMETRIC measurement units. Reset Button Use this button to reset the following displays: • Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) • Trip Odometer (ODO) • Elapsed time (ET) US/M Button RESET Button UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 3

Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within two secondswhile in any of the four displays (AVG, ECO, ODO, ET),the Global Reset will reset all four displays. Step Button Use this button to choose or cycle through the four tripconditions. Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) Shows the average fu...

When the fuel economy is reset, the display will momen-tarily blank. Then, the history will be erased, and the AVERAGING WILL CONTINUE FROM WHERE ITWAS BEFORE THE RESET . The reset value is based on a minimal amount of fuel used and the distance traveledfrom the previous drive cycle. The display may...

WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularlyin woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under suchconditions to prevent an accident and possible per-sonal injury or property damage. Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-c...

NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console. This is where the compass sensor islocated. Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cau...

RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari-ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEPbutton to select the new variance zone and press theRESET button to resume normal operation. Outside Temperature Because the ambient temperature sensor is located underthe hood, engine temperatur...

7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmedHomeLink 威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in andactivates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a thirdtime (for two seconds) to complete the training. If you...

• Did you unplug the device for training and rememberto plug it back in? If you have any problems, or require assistance, pleasecall toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet atwww.HomeLink.com, for information or assistance. General Information This device complies with FCC rules part 15 and Ind...

sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward andrelease to Express Close. Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,press the switch forward and hold for two seconds afterthe reversal occurs. This ...

Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel. Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that thesunroof is fully closed. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The auxiliary electrical power outlet can provide powerfor in-cab accessories de...

There is also a power outlet located on the rear of thecenter console (if equipped with bucket seats). The power outlet(s) has/have a fused direct feed fromthe battery so it/they receive power whether the ignitionis ON or OFF. All accessories connected to this/these power outlet(s)should be removed ...

CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40Seats) — Automatic Transmission Located in the front center stack of the instrument panelare two adjustable cupholders. To access the cupholders pull on the cupholder doorhandle located on the instrument panel. Each opening in the cupholder is ad...

Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab 姞 ) — If Equipped Quad Cab 威 vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passengerconvenience. STORAGE Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) – IfEquipped The center portion of the seat folds down to provide anarmrest with uni...

Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) – IfEquipped Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raisethe upper cover. Inside is a power outlet (if equipped), acutout for a cellular phone charger cord, removable coinholder (if equipped), and a divider to configure thestorage area into sep...

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

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers — If Equipped Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery baghandles are built into the back panel of the cab, behindthe rear seat. REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster and Heated OutsideMirrors — If Equipped The rear window defroster button is located on thecl...

CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage tothe heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rearwindow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners onthe interior surface of the window. Use a soft clothand a mild washing solution, wiping parallel tothe heating elements. Labe...

Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped A locking device in the center of the window helps toprevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze thelock to release the window. FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED Quad Cab 威 models with a 60/40 rear seat may be equipped with a folding load floor. WARNING! Do...

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. 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...

4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in thesecured down position before you operate the vehicle. PICKUP BOX The pickup box has many features designed for utilityand convenience. Load Floor Securing Straps Pick Up Box Features 1 — Upper Load Floor Indents2 — Bulk Head Dividers3 — Cleat...

There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner sidebulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheelhousings. Place wooden boards across the box from sideto side to create separate load compartments in thepickup box. There are four tie-down cleats bolted to the lower sides ofthe pickup box...

3. Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right sidepivot clears the hanger bracket. 4. Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free the left sidepivot. 5. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle. NOTE: • Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box. • Dual rear wheel pickup models...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 ▫ Ram Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 ▫ Power Wagon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 䡵 Instrumen...

POWER WAGON 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Passenger Airbag* 11 — Cup Holders 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Glove Compartment 12 — Cigar Lighter 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 13 — Electronic Axle Locker and Disconnecting Sway Bar Switch 4 — Climate Controls 9 — Heated Seat Switch 14 — Parking Brake Releas...

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gauges – Premium Cluster Only This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, EngineOil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gauges indicate a reading either too high or too low.Examine the gauges carefully, and follow the instructionscontained below for each ind...

CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system coulddamage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle withthe air conditioner turned off until the pointer dropsback into the normal range. If the pointer remains onthe “H” and you hear continuous ch...

18. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part ofan onboard diagnostic system, called OBD II, thatmonitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is inthe ON position, before engine start. If the bulb does notc...

33. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg-ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on brieflyas a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on whiledriving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essentialelectrical ...

Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/Audio control. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right sideTune/Audio control to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune/Audiocontrol....

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Push theON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume...

will return. Rotating the volume control, turning theradio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will alsoreturn the sound from the speakers NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the MUTE button mutes the microphone. SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search ...

RW/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forward button causes thetuner to search for the next frequency in the direction ofthe arrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM orSatellite (if equipped) frequencies. TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the right side rotary TUNE control clockwise toincre...

Every time a preset button is used a correspondingbutton number will be displayed. Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12Satellite (if equipped) stations}. Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD AudioPlay) N...

RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Modefor CD Audio Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an interestingchange of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomlyselected tr...

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 ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (i...

MPEG Specification Sampling Fre- quency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and alb...

Operating Instructions - uconnect 威 studios (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) Refer to the uconnect 威 studios (Satellite Radio) section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video EntertainmentSystem (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES)™Guide. SALES CODE RE...

the SET button twice and “SET 2” will show in thedisplay window. Each button can be set for SET 1 andSET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM,12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be storedinto pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2memory can be selected by pressing...

RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CDMode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an interestingchange of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomlyselected track. Press the RND...

SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. PSCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display from elapsedplaying time to time of day. The time of day will displayfor five seconds. RW/FF (Auxiliary...

the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys-tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zoneand daylight savings information is set. 1. At the Main Menu screen, highlight “Clock Setup” and press ENTER OR press and hold the TIME button on the unit’s faceplate for three seconds. The Cl...

User Defined Clock If you wish to set the clock to a time different than thesystem clock, you can manually adjust the time bychoosing the “User Defined Clock” option. 1. At the Clock Setup screen highlight “Displayed Clock: User Defined Clock”. 2. To increase the clock by hours, make sure “HR +” ish...

uconnect 姞 studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast tocoast. The subscription service provider is Sirius SatelliteRadio. This service offers over 130 channels of music,sports, news, entert...

press the SEEK UP button until all 12 ESN/SID digitsdisplay. The SEEK DOWN will page down until the firstfour digits display. The radio will exit the ESN/SID modewhen any other button is pushed, the ignition is turnedOFF, or five minutes have passed since any button waspushed. ESN/SID Access with RA...

PTY Button SCAN When the desired program type is obtained, press theSCAN button within five seconds. The radio will playseven seconds of the selected channel before moving tothe next channel of the selected program type. Press theSCAN button a second time to stop the search. NOTE: Pressing the SEEK ...

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IFEQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ con-sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display)screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head-sets. The system is located in the headliner behind thefront row seat. Refer to your VES™ Use...

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-ing the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,or anti-static sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may becometoo...

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 The mode control (at the right of thecontrol panel) can be set in any of thefollo...

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 air flows through the outlets located in theinstrument panel. Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Lev...

Blower Control The rotary knob on the left of thecontrol panel is the blower control.Turn the knob clockwise to one of thefour positions to obtain the blowerspeed you desire. To turn the bloweroff, turn the knob to the far left posi-tion. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate co...

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...

Defrost Outside air is primarily directed to the windshieldthrough the defroster outlets located at the base of the windshield, and the demister outlets located at theedge of each side of the instrument panel, and the airconditioning may be on. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both ...

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...

Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-ment panel and those located on the floor. NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmerair goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool ...

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 scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area...

Summer Operation Air 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. For proper coolant type,refer to ...

Operating Tips Chart 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ After Starting...

▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 356 ▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 ▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 ▫ Life Of Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. The starter should not be operated for more than 15-second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between suchintervals will protect the starter from overheating. WARNING!...

WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK orNEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idlespeed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal,the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or inreverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hitsomeone or something. Only shift ...

DRIVE This position provides all forward gears, including 3rdgear direct and 4th or 5th gear overdrive (see OverdriveOperation). Use this range for most city and highwaydriving. SECOND Use this position for driving slowly in heavy city trafficor on mountain roads where more precise speed controlis d...

This will improve performance and reduce the potentialfor transmission overheating or failure due to excessiveshifting. When operating in “TOW HAUL” mode, 5thgear (if equipped) is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shiftpatterns are modified. Shifts into Overdrive (4th gear) areallowed during steady cruise (f...

the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or duringacceleration when the transmission downshifts to secondgear, the clutch automatically disengages. NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until thetransmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usu-ally after 1-3 miles (1.6 - 4.8 km...

This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2Hposition for normal street and highway conditions suchas dry, hard surfaced roads. When additional traction is required, the 4H and 4Lpositions can be used to lock the front and rear drive-shafts together and force the front and rear wheels torota...

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 position without fir...

Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted TransferCase 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with thevehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is in motion,shifts can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h). With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily...

• Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehiclecompletely stopped, however difficulty may occur dueto the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned.Several attempts may be required for clutch teethalignment and shift completion to occur. The preferredmethod is with the vehicle rolling...

Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions ondry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wearand damage to the driveline components. NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lowerleft hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The tran...

3. When the shift is completed, the “Transfer Case Posi-tion Indicator Light” for the selected position will stopflashing and remain ON. If one or more shift conditions are not met: 1. The “Transfer Case Position Indicator Light” for thecurrent position will remain ON. 2. The newly selected “Transfe...

• If all the requirements to select a new transfer caseposition have been met, the current “Transfer CasePosition Indicator Light” will turn OFF, the selected“Transfer Case Position Indicator Light” will flashuntil the transfer case completes the shift. When theshift is completed, “Transfer Case Pos...

Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. With the key ON and the engine either off or running,shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desiredposition. 4. After the desired “Transfer Case Position IndicatorLight” is ON (not flashing)...

2. The selected “Transfer Case Position Indicator Light”will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. 3. When the shift is completed, the “Transfer Case Posi-tion Indicator Light” for the selected position will stopflashing and remain ON. If one or more shift conditions are not met: 1. The...

• If all the requirements to select a new transfer caseposition have been met, the current “Transfer CasePosition Indicator Light” will turn OFF, the selected“Transfer Case Position Indicator Light” will flashuntil the transfer case completes the shift. When theshift is completed, the “Transfer Case...

The locking axles are controlled by the axle locker switchlocated on the center console. The switch has three positions, AXLE UNLOCK, REARLOCK, and FRONT/REAR LOCK. Under normal driv-ing conditions, the switch should be left in the AXLEUNLOCK position. In the AXLE UNLOCK position, the front and rear...

WARNING! Do not disconnect the stabilizer bar and drive onhard surfaced roads or at speeds above 18 mph(29 km/h), you may lose control of the vehicle, whichcould result in serious injury. The front stabilizer barenhances vehicle stability and is necessary for main-taining control of the vehicle. The...

Ramp Travel Index (RTI) The ramp travel index is the distance, in inches, that youcan drive your vehicle with one wheel on a 20-degreeramp without lifting any other wheel off the ground. Thisdistance up the ramp divided by the wheelbase of thevehicle and multiplied by 1,000 is the RTI. This vehicleh...

Water Fording Characteristics Water fording characteristic is the vehicle’s ability tocross a body of still water, where the powertrain anddrivetrain are safe from water ingestion. This vehicle hashigh water fording characteristics with the ability to crossa pool of water, without stopping, 24 inche...

normally full of debris from previous vehicles gettingstuck. As a good practice before entering any mudhole, get out and determine how deep it is, if there areany hidden obstacles and if the vehicle can be safelyrecovered if stuck. • Sand – Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with full tir...

CAUTION! Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objectsincreases the risk of underbody damage. Hill Climbing Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under-standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations.Hills can cause serious problems. Some are just too steepto climb and should ...

fresh ⬙ bite ⬙ into the surface and will usually provide enough traction to complete the climb. If you do notmake it to the top, place the vehicle in REVERSE andback straight down the grade using engine resistancealong with the vehicle brakes. WARNING! Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or tu...

sure the surface has good traction with firm and stablesoils. If possible transverse the incline at an angleheading slightly up or down. WARNING! Driving across an incline increases the risk of arollover, which may result in severe injury. • If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway – If you stall or be...

your vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover it ifsomething goes wrong. You should never stop or shut avehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingestedwater into the engine air intake. If the engine stalls do notattempt to restart it. Determine if it has ingested waterfirst. The key to an...

crossing is the water depth, current and bottom con-ditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in,effectively increasing the water level on the vehicle. Besure to consider this when determining the depth andthe ability to safely cross. • Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or OtherStanding Wa...

downstream out of control if the water is deep enoughto push on the large surface area of the vehicle’s body.Before you proceed determine the speed of the current,the water’s depth, approach angle, bottom conditionand if there are any obstacles, then cross at an angleheading slightly upstream using ...

Vehicle Recovery If you drive off-road, you may encounter a situationwhere you will need to recover your vehicle. Vehiclerecovery should always be given consideration beforeattempting a questionable obstacle. You should never gooff-road driving without the ability to recover yourvehicle from a situa...

vehicle from DRIVE to REVERSE, while applyingthrottle after each shift. During this process, for addi-tional traction, try turning your steering wheel quicklyback and forth no more than a 1 ⁄ 4 turn. If you are stuck in mud, sand, or snow try spinning your tires duringthis process to clean the debri...

out of the situation in a slow controlled manner. Thiscontrol works well for avoiding further vehicle dam-age. Once you decide it is time to use the winch lookfor a good anchor point. It needs to be strong enoughto hold more than the vehicle’s weight and provide adirection of pull as straight as pos...

ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precau-tions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads areslushy. 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first becomevisible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Mai...

WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph(8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop-ping distances. Therefore, after driving through...

NOTE: After off-road usage, particularly in sand or mud, inspect the underside of the vehicle for accumu-lated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brakerotors and calipers. Use a hose to clean off any accumulation of dirt or mud. Check the exhaust system and all exposed componentsfor any s...

2. Attach the hook to a suitable anchor point. CAUTION! Be certain the anchor will withstand the load re-quired to tension the wire rope. 3. Apply at least 500 lbs (227 kg) of tension to the ropewhile winding the rope. Always use care to ensure therope does not pile up on one side of the drum and is...

Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components 310 STARTING AND OPERATING

1. Motor: The winch motor is powered by the vehicle charging system and features a thermal protection switchthat automatically stops motor function in the power-indirection if the motor gets too hot. 2. Remote Socket: The remote socket allows the remote control to be attached to the control pack to ...

Winch Accessories The following accessories are necessary to attach thewinch to anchors, change direction of pull, and for safewinching. Gloves: Wire rope, through use, will develop ⬙ barbs ⬙ which can slice skin. It is ex-tremely important to wearprotective gloves while oper-ating the winch or hand...

Clevis/D-Shackles: The D-Shackle is a safe means ofconnecting the looped ends ofcables, straps and snatchblocks. The shackle’s pin isthreaded to allow easy re-moval. Tree Trunk Protector: Typi- cally made of tough, high-quality nylon, it provides theoperator an attachment pointfor the winch rope to ...

General Information Practice using your winch before you get stuck. Some keypoints to remember when using your winch are: 1. Always take your time to assess the situation and planyour pull carefully. 2. Always take your time when using a winch. 3. Use the right equipment for the situation. 4. Always...

and over-wrapped when slackened, leading to wire ropedamage. To prevent losing the end, hold the hook strapwhile you work. 6. Secure to the anchor point. Once you have establishedyour anchor point, secure the tree-trunk protector orchoker-chain around the object. CAUTION! Always be certain the ancho...

NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secure anchor is critical to winching operations. An anchor mustbe strong enough to hold while winching. Natural an-chors include trees, stumps and rocks. Hook the cable aslow as possible. If no natural anchors are available whenrecovering another vehicle, your...

12. Check wire rope. The wire rope should be neatlywound around the spooling drum. Improper windingcan cause damage to the wire rope. 13. In certain situations youmay decide to throw a heavyblanket or similar object overthe wire rope. A heavy blan-ket can absorb energy shouldthe wire rope break. Pla...

the vehicle and never near the wire rope or snatchblock. Your situation may have other ⴖ no people ⴖ zones. 15. Begin winching. With the winching vehicles engineon and light tension already on the wire rope, beginwinching slowly and steadily. Be sure that the wire ropeis winding evenly and tightly a...

NOTE: • Avoid overheating the winch motor. For extendedwinching, stop at reasonable intervals to allow thewinch motor to cool down. • What to look for under load: The wire rope must always spool onto the drum as indicated by the drumrotation decal on the winch. As you power-in, makesure the wire rop...

18. Rewind the wire rope. The person handling the wirerope should walk the rope in and not let it slide throughthe hand, control the winch at all times. WARNING! To prevent serious injury, NEVER put your fingersinside the hook area as you are powering-in. NOTE: How to spool under no load: Arrange th...

20. Disconnect the remote control. Disconnect the remotecontrol cord from the control box and store in a clean anddry place. Winching operations are now complete. Putthe cap on the solenoid plug-in. NOTE: Always store the remote control in a protected, clean, dry area. Rigging Techniques Various win...

How to Change the Pulling Direction All winching operations should have a straight line fromthe winch to the object being pulled. This minimizes thewire rope collecting on one side of the drum affectingpulling efficiency and damaging wire rope. A snatchblock, secured to a point directly in front of ...

NOTE: Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicatethat there is a problem with the power steering system. Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steeringpump may make noise for a short amount of time. This isdue to the cold, thick...

WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Donot overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommendedpower steering fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. Wi...

a hill, you should apply the parking brake before placingthe shift lever in PARK, otherwise, the load on thetransmission locking mechanism may make it difficult tomove the shift lever out of PARK. WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause da...

If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normalbraking capability, the remaining system will still func-tion with some loss of overall braking effectiveness. Thiswill be evident by increased pedal travel during applica-tion, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, andactivation of th...

The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop toprovide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motormakes a low humming noise during operation. This isnormal. The ABS conducts a low-speed selftest at about 10 mph(16 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the brakewhile this test is occurring, you...

Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s brakingcapability during emergency braking maneuvers. TheBAS detects an emergency braking situation by sensingthe rate and amount of brake application and thenapplies optimum pressure to the brakes. The systemapplies optimum pre...

Hill Start Assist (HSA) The HSA system is designed to assist the driver inlaunching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain thelevel of brake pressure the driver inputs for a shortduration once the driver takes his foot off of the brakepedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle during thiss...

The system will only work if the intended direction of thevehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if theintended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle isin DRIVE, and the activation criteria are met, HSA willactivate. HSA on Automatic Transmission Vehicles The system will work in REVER...

WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with yourtrailer, your trailer brakes may be activated anddeactivated with the brake switch. If so, when thebrake pedal is released, there may not be enoughbrake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on ahill and this could cause a collision with a...

WARNING! (Continued) • ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers,especially those that involve leaving the roadwayor striking objects or other vehicles. Only a safe,attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehiclemust never be exploited in a re...

accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sureto adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing roadconditions. WARNING! • ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot preventthe natural laws of physics from acting on thevehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded byprevailing roa...

AUTO, the ESP system will be in this mode. This modeshould be used for almost all driving situations. ESPshould only be turned to “Partial Off” or “ESP Off” forspecific reasons as noted below. ESP Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESPOFF switch. When in ⬙ Partial Off ⬙ m...

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. ...

Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards and it begins with the tire diameter moldedinto the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. Tire Sizing Char...

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 corresponding toits load index under certain operating conditions— The maximum speed correspo...

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. Tireswith white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including thedate code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of bl...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) total weigh...

Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if youadhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the Tire and LoadingInformation pl...

CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will preventmoisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always“cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflatio...

For additional information, refer to “Freeing A StuckVehicle” in Section 6. 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 than30 mph (48 ...

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 the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result i...

TIRE CHAINS Use “Class U” chains on 2500/3500 model trucks, orother traction aids that meet SAE Type “U” specifica-tions. NOTE: Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain manufacturer. CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires or chains,observe the following pr...

Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for theproper maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation ispermissible if desired. The reasons for any rapid orunusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation beingperformed. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your vehicle is equipped with All-...

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 Dual Rear Tires have only one approved direc-t...

Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire LightLoad Inflation Switch Description – If Equipped WARNING! Never operate your vehicle with the TPMS and tirepressures set to the Light Load Inflation Pressuresettings if carrying more than two occupants (150 lbs[68 kg] each) plus 200 pounds (91 kg) of carg...

Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Operation – IfEquipped • This vehicle may have different recommended tirepressure values between the front and rear tires asshown in both the Tire Loading Information Label andthe Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label. It isalso equipped to be driven with tire...

the max load inflation pressure (cold) values to switchthe TPMS system to the max load inflation pressure(cold) low pressure warning threshold. If after pressingthe tire light load inflation switch, and tire pressures arebelow the max load inflation pressure (cold) low pressurewarning thresholds, th...

The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of thefollowing licenses: United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS The 5.7L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide ...

The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-lines. Properly-blended reformulated gasolines will pro-vide excellent performance and durability of engine andfuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MT...

To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once withE-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset theengine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolong...

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance: • 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, ...

then be determined separately to be sure that the load isproperly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighingthe vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the frontor rear axles has been exceeded but the total load iswithin the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shiftedfrom front to rear or rea...

Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongueweight. The total load mus...

WARNING! • An improperly adjusted Weight DistributingHitch system may reduce handling, stability, brak-ing performance, and could result in an accident. • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat-ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with yourhitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec-...

EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) EXAMPLE — Improper Adjustment of Weight- Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) STARTING AND OPERATING 387 5

Fifth-Wheel Hitch A 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 Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling armwhich attaches to a ball mounted in the b...

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...

Consider the following items when computing theweight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • 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 t...

CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes and theyshould be of adequate capacity. Failure to do thiscould lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higherbrake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. WARNING! • Do not connect trailer brakes to...

WARNING! Any work done to the vehicles electrical system, orwiring, should be performed by a qualified automo-tive technician, if done improperly it may causedamage to the electrical system wiring and couldresult in serious or fatal injury. Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning,...

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage untilyou can get back to cruising speed. − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximi...

WARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adverselyaffect performance of the airbag system in an acci-dent. Do not expect that the airbag will perform asdescribed earlier in this manual RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.) CAUTION! Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Inter...

CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case inNEUTRAL and the engine running. With the transfercase in NEUTRAL ensure that the engine is OFF priorto shifting the transmission into PARK. Returning to Normal Operation — Manual ShiftTra...

11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission inDRIVE. 12. Shut the engine OFF and place ignition key in theunlocked OFF position. 13. Shift the transmission into PARK. 14. Apply the parking brake. 15. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle with the tow bar. 16. Release the parking brake. NOTE: • S...

• The ignition key must be ON for a transfer case shift totake place and for the position indicator lights to beoperable. If the key is not ON, the shift will not takeplace and no position indicator lights will be on orflashing. • Flashing Neutral position indicator light indicates thatshift require...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 䡵 Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 ▫ Removing The Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 ▫ Tire Changing Proce...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is mounted on thetop of the steering column. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warningflasher. When the switch is activated, all directionalturn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a se...

JACKING INSTRUCTIONS 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 unde...

Removing The Spare Tire Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck.Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube. Insertthe tube through the access hole between the lowertailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winchmechanism tube. Rotate the wheel wrench handle coun-tercl...

NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or otherpower tools is not recommended and can damage thewinch. Tire Changing Procedure WARNING! • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you....

3. Place the shift lever into PARK. On four-wheel drivevehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4L position. 4. Turn the ignition OFF. 5. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 6. Block both the front and rear of thewheel diagonally opposite the jackingposition. For example, if the right frontwheel is ...

WARNING! (Continued) • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated andfor lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremelycareful of motor traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, aresecur...

• Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and thewheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, butis not required. • For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing thefront wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jackand connect the drive tube to the extension tube.Place the jack under the ax...

• Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make surethat the jack will not damage surrounding truckparts and adjust the jack position as required. NOTE: If the 2500/3500 bottle jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be n...

face. Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid risk of forcing thevehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the nuts until thevehicle has been lowered. 6. Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nutsusing a crisscross pattern. The correct nut tightness is135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 si...

8-Stud — Dual Rear Wheels Dual wheels are flat-mounted and center-piloted. The lugnuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are beingrotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add twodrops of oil at the interface between the hex and thewasher. Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orien...

These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows: 1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to asnug fit. 2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to thetorques listed in the table. Go through the sequence asecond time to verify that specific torque has beenachieved. Retighten ...

circle, tightening the nut opposite to the nut just previ-ously tightened until final torque is achieved. Recom-mended torques are shown in the following chart. 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 F...

CAUTION! Never use a floor jack directly under the differentialhousing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehiclemay result. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis-sion cannot be started this way. Also, ther...

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency towhooks. NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk ofdamage to the vehicle. WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuckvehicle. Chains may break, ...

4-Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION! To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing,always use one of the following methods. • The transfer case must be in the neutral position, andthe transmission must be in PARK to tow a 4-WheelDrive vehicle with one end of the vehicle raised. • The manufacturer rec...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment— 5.7L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) . . . . . . 428 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . 428 䡵 Emissions Inspection And MaintenancePrograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery 11 — Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Integrated P...

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBDII. This system monitorsthe performance of the emissions, engine, and automatictransmission control systems. When these systems areoperating properly, your vehicle will provide excelle...

appear 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 MIL. Resolving theproblem will turn the MIL light off. EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement t...

your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attemptingany procedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessedagainst you. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for which...

NOTE: For 2500/3500 trucks with a 5.7L engine oper- ating under a gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs(6 350 kg) or greater, SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom-mended for all operating temperatures. Lubricants, which do not have both the engine oil certi-fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity ...

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for theproper maintenance intervals. 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, et...

WARNING! (Continued) • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keepflame or sparks away from the battery. Do not usea booster battery or any other booster source withan output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cableclamps to touch each other. • Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriesconta...

include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performancetest. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thistime. WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants areflammable and can explode, in...

Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items asseat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-cated periodically with a lithium based grease such asMOPAR 威 Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- tio...

Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and shouldbe checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill thereservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not ra-diator antifreeze). When refilling the washer fluid reser-voir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or...

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 the engine by pushing or towing thevehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wiresdisconnected or remo...

CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other thanspecified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), mayresult in engine damage and may decrease corro-sion protection. If a non-HOAT engine coolant(antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling systemin an emergency, it should be replaced with thespeci...

When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile FormulaHOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology). • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant(antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra-tions (not to exceed...

When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed tomaintain the proper level, it should be added to thecoolant bottle. Do not 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 engin...

NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differentialcomponents. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may beencountered in some off-highway types of service, willrequire draining and refilling the axle to avoid damage. 2500/3500 Model Axles ...

3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brakepedal. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi-tion ending with the lever in PARK. 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it untilseated. 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level onboth sides. The fluid lev...

dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seatedposition, as long as its seal remains engaged in thedipstick tube. Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for theproper maintenance intervals. NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled ...

Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads, or if you drivenear the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least oncea month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edgesof the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear andopen. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in ...

oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidicsolutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’protective finish. Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — IfEquipped You can identify if your vehicle has Stain Repel SeatFabric that makes spills easy to clean, reduces odor fromspills and...

soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Pleasedo not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leatherupholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is notrequired to maintain the original condition. WARNING! Do not use volatile so...

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle aremolded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, caremust be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet, soft rag. A mild soap solution maybe used, but do not use high alcohol conte...

FUSES Integrated Power Module The 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 cover,otherwise 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 (IOD) fuse located inthe Integrated Power Module, located in the enginecompartment. The IOD cavity...

BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn Lights CAUTION! This is a halogen bulb. Avoid touching the glass withyour fingers. Reduced bulb life will result. 1. Open the hood 2. Remove the two bolts from the front of the headlighthousing. Front Headlight Housing Bolts MAINTAINING YOUR V...

3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well andremove the nut through the access hole. 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 o...

5. Unlock and pull the connector straight from the baseof the headlight halogen bulb. 6. Twist the connector on the side marker/turn signal/park light bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the connector and bulb from housing. Headlight Removal Bulb Removal MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 7

7. Remove the housing from vehicle with the headlighthalogen bulb in housing. 8. Twist the headlight halogen bulb 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove the headlight bulb from the housing. 9. Replace headlight or side marker/turn signal/parklight bulb. Do not touch the headlight halogen bulb. 10. Reverse the proced...

2. Pull the bulb straight from the connector. 3. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs andhousing. Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights 1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bedsheetmetal. Removing The Two Screws MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 7

4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. • Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lights • Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Light 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs andhousing. Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light. MAINTAINING YOU...

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed Models 34 Gallons 129 Liters 2500/3500 Longbed Models 35 Gallons 132 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified). For trucks oper-ating under a gross combined weight rating less than 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . 482 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 483 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . 484 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensurethe continued proper functioning of the emissions controlsystem. These and all other maintenance services in-cluded in this manual, should be done to p...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it istime to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrumentcluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicat-ing that an oil change is necessary. Based on engine ope...

At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fullywarmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level whilethe vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when thelevel is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. • Check the windsh...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . 501 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501 ▫ Be Reasonable With Reque...

This is why you should always talk to an authorizeddealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re-solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the authorized dealer-ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an a...

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customercenter. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, whohas access to a TDD or a...

the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with theirsincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or relatedconcerns. 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 o...

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: Administra-tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C.20590. You can also obtain other information about motorvehicle safety from h...

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 o...

Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . . 231Remote Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Steering Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327,328Wheel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Wheel, Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound SystemControls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Water Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454Wheel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414Wheel Mounting . . . . . . . . . . ....

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