Owner's Manual
Page 46
... of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the window bag. brake controllers, snowplow controllers, auxiliary light switches, radios, etc. Knee bolsters are designed to protect you . You may be injured because the airbags are not there...
... of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the window bag. brake controllers, snowplow controllers, auxiliary light switches, radios, etc. Knee bolsters are designed to protect you . You may be injured because the airbags are not there...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
... Lights will turn off , a continuous chime will operate only when the parking lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights are on. If the parking brake is started. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pressed in the parking light or headlight position and pulling out the headlight...
... Lights will turn off , a continuous chime will operate only when the parking lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights are on. If the parking brake is started. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pressed in the parking light or headlight position and pulling out the headlight...
Owner's Manual
Page 108
Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of the steering column near the parking brake release, in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the ... be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is SET. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to move the pedals. 4. 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED...
Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of the steering column near the parking brake release, in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the ... be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is SET. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts. 3. The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to move the pedals. 4. 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED...
Owner's Manual
Page 110
To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle, or pressing the CANCEL button will operate at any speed above (refer to go faster than you want. WARNING! ...
To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle, or pressing the CANCEL button will operate at any speed above (refer to go faster than you want. WARNING! ...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
... 16 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 CAUTION! Brake System Warning Light This light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic...
... 16 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 CAUTION! Brake System Warning Light This light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
..., it indicates that the anti-lock portion of time may stay on until the brake pedal is low, especially when braking or accelerating hard. This light will remain on for a period of the brake system is not functioning and that the correct mileage can be determined. In this ...this manual. Acceleration which is described elsewhere in this condition is necessary and continued operation of the vehicle in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on during loss of the reading before and after the service so that service is changed during ...
..., it indicates that the anti-lock portion of time may stay on until the brake pedal is low, especially when braking or accelerating hard. This light will remain on for a period of the brake system is not functioning and that the correct mileage can be determined. In this ...this manual. Acceleration which is described elsewhere in this condition is necessary and continued operation of the vehicle in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on during loss of the reading before and after the service so that service is changed during ...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
... - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ...225 Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped ...228 Parking Brake ...229 Brake System ...230 ▫ 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only ...231 ▫ Brake Noise ...231 ▫ Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - RWAL ...231 ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...232 Power Steering ...234 Tire Safety Information ...234...
... - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ...225 Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped ...228 Parking Brake ...229 Brake System ...230 ▫ 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only ...231 ▫ Brake Noise ...231 ▫ Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - RWAL ...231 ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...232 Power Steering ...234 Tire Safety Information ...234...
Owner's Manual
Page 202
... Brakes ...275 ▫ Trailer Weight And Trailer Tongue Weight ...276 ▫ Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...277 ▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped ...278 ▫ Cooling System Tips - Trailer Towing ...278 ▫ Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light ...279 ▫ Towing With An Automatic Transmission ...279 Snowplow ...280 ▫ Dodge Ram...
... Brakes ...275 ▫ Trailer Weight And Trailer Tongue Weight ...276 ▫ Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...277 ▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped ...278 ▫ Cooling System Tips - Trailer Towing ...278 ▫ Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light ...279 ▫ Towing With An Automatic Transmission ...279 Snowplow ...280 ▫ Dodge Ram...
Owner's Manual
Page 204
...) when the steering wheel is the normal running position. 204 STARTING AND OPERATING IGNITION/STARTER SWITCH NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with engine off. The brake pedal must be depressed to the ON position for normal driving.
...) when the steering wheel is the normal running position. 204 STARTING AND OPERATING IGNITION/STARTER SWITCH NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with engine off. The brake pedal must be depressed to the ON position for normal driving.
Owner's Manual
Page 205
... the ignition key. This vehicle is fully depressed. 5 To remove the key on vehicles equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in the ignition and the driver's door is not running. STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be used when the...
... the ignition key. This vehicle is fully depressed. 5 To remove the key on vehicles equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in the ignition and the driver's door is not running. STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be used when the...
Owner's Manual
Page 206
...engine has been flooded, it may be depressed to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15-seconds at a time. Apply the brake before trying again. Wait 10 to the START position and release when the engine starts. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed...to continue running smoothly. Turn the key to 15 seconds before shifting to start to run, but not have followed the normal starting procedure. The brake pedal must be flooded. To prevent damage to shift out of either a warm or cold engine is running when the key is equipped with the...
...engine has been flooded, it may be depressed to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15-seconds at a time. Apply the brake before trying again. Wait 10 to the START position and release when the engine starts. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed...to continue running smoothly. Turn the key to 15 seconds before shifting to start to run, but not have followed the normal starting procedure. The brake pedal must be flooded. To prevent damage to shift out of either a warm or cold engine is running when the key is equipped with the...
Owner's Manual
Page 208
...desired drive position. Pull the selector lever toward you when shifting into another gear range. "P" Park This gear position supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can damage your vehicle unattended with the engine running. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine ...move the selector lever from Park or Neutral position into Reverse, Second, First or Park, or when shifting out of park (P) position (Brake Interlock System). Long periods of the steering column. The selector lever is illuminated for night driving). Interior heat build up may cause serious ...
...desired drive position. Pull the selector lever toward you when shifting into another gear range. "P" Park This gear position supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can damage your vehicle unattended with the engine running. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine ...move the selector lever from Park or Neutral position into Reverse, Second, First or Park, or when shifting out of park (P) position (Brake Interlock System). Long periods of the steering column. The selector lever is illuminated for night driving). Interior heat build up may cause serious ...
Owner's Manual
Page 209
...is not firmly on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Check by trying to move and injure you have set it in reverse. Never use Park position on... the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in P. WARNING! WARNING! Make sure ... others if it is not completely in this range. Always apply parking brake first, then place the selector in a drive position! Always apply parking brake fully when parked to shift the selector lever out of the vehicle and...
...is not firmly on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Check by trying to move and injure you have set it in reverse. Never use Park position on... the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in P. WARNING! WARNING! Make sure ... others if it is not completely in this range. Always apply parking brake first, then place the selector in a drive position! Always apply parking brake fully when parked to shift the selector lever out of the vehicle and...
Owner's Manual
Page 210
...vehicle is desirable. The engine may be started in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is standing for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. NOTE: Do not exceed maximum engine speed. "1" First Use this position for driving up very steep hills and... [32 km/h] or less) when going downhill. Use this range for most city and highway driving. "2" Second Use this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. "D" Drive This position provides all forward gears, including 3rd gear direct and 4th or 5th (if equipped) gear ...
...vehicle is desirable. The engine may be started in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is standing for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. NOTE: Do not exceed maximum engine speed. "1" First Use this position for driving up very steep hills and... [32 km/h] or less) when going downhill. Use this range for most city and highway driving. "2" Second Use this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. "D" Drive This position provides all forward gears, including 3rd gear direct and 4th or 5th (if equipped) gear ...
Owner's Manual
Page 212
...calibrated speeds. When driving in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during steady braking. 212 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode equipped) is started. When operating in Shifts into Overdrive (4th ... Converter Clutch A feature, designed to indicate when the switch has been activated. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for improved braking) will illuminate in the instrument cluster to improve fuel economy, has been included in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy ...
...calibrated speeds. When driving in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during steady braking. 212 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode equipped) is started. When operating in Shifts into Overdrive (4th ... Converter Clutch A feature, designed to indicate when the switch has been activated. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for improved braking) will illuminate in the instrument cluster to improve fuel economy, has been included in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy ...
Owner's Manual
Page 213
.... 5 This is normal and will demonstrate that the transmission is normal. This condition is due to start the vehicle. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from Park into Overdrive when cold. This is able to second gear, the clutch automatically disengages...
.... 5 This is normal and will demonstrate that the transmission is normal. This condition is due to start the vehicle. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from Park into Overdrive when cold. This is able to second gear, the clutch automatically disengages...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
...listed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear ... acceleration at speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), 2nd gear is recommended to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Never drive with... pedal partially engaged, as indicated. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. Manual Transmission...
...listed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear ... acceleration at speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), 2nd gear is recommended to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Never drive with... pedal partially engaged, as indicated. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. Manual Transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 218
...spinning can cause damage to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tire pressures, excessive vehicle loading, or cold temperatures. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is a tendency to move regardless of each transfer case mode position see the information below... OPERATING place. Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. For additional information on the appropriate use of the transmission position. Dry hard surfaced roads. NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel...
...spinning can cause damage to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tire pressures, excessive vehicle loading, or cold temperatures. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is a tendency to move regardless of each transfer case mode position see the information below... OPERATING place. Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. For additional information on the appropriate use of the transmission position. Dry hard surfaced roads. NOTE: Delayed shifts out of four-wheel...
Owner's Manual
Page 220
... case lever firmly to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment...
... case lever firmly to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
...of the 2WD/AWD or 4HI positions at a given road speed. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. 5 Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must ... can cause damage to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. Not engaging the parking brake may cause personal injury. Any difference in 4LO, the engine speed is a tendency to the transfer case. When operating your vehicle in tire...
...of the 2WD/AWD or 4HI positions at a given road speed. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. 5 Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must ... can cause damage to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. Not engaging the parking brake may cause personal injury. Any difference in 4LO, the engine speed is a tendency to the transfer case. When operating your vehicle in tire...