Owner's Manual
Page 46
... remain free from any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to block the location of the window bag. brake controllers, snowplow controllers, auxiliary light switches, radios, etc. Knee bolsters are some simple steps you . The front airbags deploy in moderate to provide improved protection for any additional...
... remain free from any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to block the location of the window bag. brake controllers, snowplow controllers, auxiliary light switches, radios, etc. Knee bolsters are some simple steps you . The front airbags deploy in moderate to provide improved protection for any additional...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
... condition until the ignition is opened. To remove road dirt, wash with a dry cloth. Fog Lights - If Equipped The foglights are turned ON by rinsing. If the parking brake is rotated to clean the lenses. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to the OFF position...
... condition until the ignition is opened. To remove road dirt, wash with a dry cloth. Fog Lights - If Equipped The foglights are turned ON by rinsing. If the parking brake is rotated to clean the lenses. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to the OFF position...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
... when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low. Brake System Warning Light This light illuminates when the ignition key is first turned ON. 15. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 CAUTION! Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear ...
... when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low. Brake System Warning Light This light illuminates when the ignition key is first turned ON. 15. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 CAUTION! Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear ...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
... and continued operation of the vehicle in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on when the parking brake is dangerous. See your authorized dealer immediately. Depressing the brake pedal should extinguish the red brake light. 19. In this case, the light will illuminate if the brake fluid is changed during driving, it indicates a possible...
... and continued operation of the vehicle in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on when the parking brake is dangerous. See your authorized dealer immediately. Depressing the brake pedal should extinguish the red brake light. 19. In this case, the light will illuminate if the brake fluid is changed during driving, it indicates a possible...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
...-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...-Ply Tires ...247 ▫ Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped ...247 Manually Shifted Transfer Case ...219 ▫ Transfer Case Reminder Light ...220 ▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions ...221 ▫ Shifting Procedure - 200 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Manually...
...-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...-Ply Tires ...247 ▫ Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped ...247 Manually Shifted Transfer Case ...219 ▫ Transfer Case Reminder Light ...220 ▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions ...221 ▫ Shifting Procedure - 200 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Manually...
Owner's Manual
Page 202
... ...273 ▫ Trailer Towing - Hitches ...274 ▫ Connecting Trailer Lighting And Electric Trailer 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...
... ...273 ▫ Trailer Towing - Hitches ...274 ▫ Connecting Trailer Lighting And Electric Trailer 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 212
... must be pressed each time the engine is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are allowed during steady cruise (for improved braking) will illuminate in a slightly different feeling or response during steady braking. When operating in "TOW/HAUL" mode, 5th gear (if Torque Converter Clutch A feature, designed to 3rd gear (for improved fuel... may result in the instrument cluster to excessive shifting. 212 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode equipped) is started. The "TOW/HAUL" light will occur during normal operation in
... must be pressed each time the engine is disabled and 2-3 and 3-4 shift patterns are allowed during steady cruise (for improved braking) will illuminate in a slightly different feeling or response during steady braking. When operating in "TOW/HAUL" mode, 5th gear (if Torque Converter Clutch A feature, designed to 3rd gear (for improved fuel... may result in the instrument cluster to excessive shifting. 212 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode equipped) is started. The "TOW/HAUL" light will occur during normal operation in
Owner's Manual
Page 213
... from the torque converter into any other gear position. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from Park into the transmission. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelerator pedal. 5 Because the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch...
... from the torque converter into any other gear position. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from Park into the transmission. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelerator pedal. 5 Because the engine speed is higher when the torque converter clutch...
Owner's Manual
Page 220
.... Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to the desired mode. Make shift to occur. Transfer Case Reminder Light The four-wheel-drive operating light (4WD), located in transfer case N (Neutral). 220 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle in gear or clutch is engaged. NOTE: Do not attempt to... 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to N (Neutral), hold foot on a manual transmission. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF.
.... Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to the desired mode. Make shift to occur. Transfer Case Reminder Light The four-wheel-drive operating light (4WD), located in transfer case N (Neutral). 220 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle in gear or clutch is engaged. NOTE: Do not attempt to... 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to N (Neutral), hold foot on a manual transmission. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF.
Owner's Manual
Page 223
... of the 2WD/AWD or 4HI positions at a given road speed. Any difference in 4LO, the engine speed is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may cause personal injury. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. 5 Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph... (40 km/h). STARTING AND OPERATING 223 WARNING! Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is approximately three times that of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.
... of the 2WD/AWD or 4HI positions at a given road speed. Any difference in 4LO, the engine speed is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may cause personal injury. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. 5 Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph... (40 km/h). STARTING AND OPERATING 223 WARNING! Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is approximately three times that of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.
Owner's Manual
Page 229
NOTE: The instrument cluster red brake warning light will come on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to indicate that the parking brake is fully applied before placing the gear shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on and flash to move the selector out of the instrument... panel. When parking on a hill you should apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. 5 Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear shift lever is in the PARK position. STARTING AND OPERATING 229 PARKING...
NOTE: The instrument cluster red brake warning light will come on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to indicate that the parking brake is fully applied before placing the gear shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on and flash to move the selector out of the instrument... panel. When parking on a hill you should apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. 5 Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear shift lever is in the PARK position. STARTING AND OPERATING 229 PARKING...
Owner's Manual
Page 232
... operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to standard non-anti-lock brakes. The system's pump motor runs during operation. You may be accompanied by qualified professionals. ABS Warning Light The Anti-lock Brake System includes an amber warning light. It may also hear a clicking noise. The pump motor makes a low humming noise...
... operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to standard non-anti-lock brakes. The system's pump motor runs during operation. You may be accompanied by qualified professionals. ABS Warning Light The Anti-lock Brake System includes an amber warning light. It may also hear a clicking noise. The pump motor makes a low humming noise...
Owner's Manual
Page 273
NOTE: Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory harnesses only. Do not cut or splice wiring to the brake circuits. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on all RAM pickup models provides a 4-way trailer tow connector located under the bumper. Standard equipment on 2500/3500 Models are required for trailers in excess of 2,000...
NOTE: Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory harnesses only. Do not cut or splice wiring to the brake circuits. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on all RAM pickup models provides a 4-way trailer tow connector located under the bumper. Standard equipment on 2500/3500 Models are required for trailers in excess of 2,000...
Owner's Manual
Page 275
...circuits: park/tail lamps, left of current). CAUTION! Adding lights or electrical devices to the headlamp/ park lamp circuit can be made to the headlamp switch itself, because it is standard equipment on all Ram pickup models. No connections can draw from 0.5 to malfunction. 5 ...NOTE: There is used for high current applications. Connections to the headlamp switch will cause the exterior lights to 1.0 amperes of the brake pedal that is also a 4-way ...
...circuits: park/tail lamps, left of current). CAUTION! Adding lights or electrical devices to the headlamp/ park lamp circuit can be made to the headlamp switch itself, because it is standard equipment on all Ram pickup models. No connections can draw from 0.5 to malfunction. 5 ...NOTE: There is used for high current applications. Connections to the headlamp switch will cause the exterior lights to 1.0 amperes of the brake pedal that is also a 4-way ...
Owner's Manual
Page 276
... no more than 15% of the trailer. Tongue Weight is to put your vehicle. Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory harnesses only. 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Always load a trailer with 60% to the brake circuits. Trailer sway control and equalizing hitch are required for Class III or IV trailer hitches and...
... no more than 15% of the trailer. Tongue Weight is to put your vehicle. Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory harnesses only. 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Always load a trailer with 60% to the brake circuits. Trailer sway control and equalizing hitch are required for Class III or IV trailer hitches and...
Owner's Manual
Page 279
... • Hilly Terrain- Turn overdrive off . Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light All vehicles with automatic transmissions are reduced. If elevated transmission temperatures are encountered...with 4.7L engines. • 5600 rpm with a transmission sump oil temperature sensor and warning light. If transmission oil temperatures continue to Neutral, and run the engine at idle or faster until...will select the most desirable gear until the light goes off . When this should occur, stop the vehicle, shift to rise, a warning light located in hilly areas, when heavily loaded...
... • Hilly Terrain- Turn overdrive off . Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light All vehicles with automatic transmissions are reduced. If elevated transmission temperatures are encountered...with 4.7L engines. • 5600 rpm with a transmission sump oil temperature sensor and warning light. If transmission oil temperatures continue to Neutral, and run the engine at idle or faster until...will select the most desirable gear until the light goes off . When this should occur, stop the vehicle, shift to rise, a warning light located in hilly areas, when heavily loaded...
Owner's Manual
Page 288
... tow vehicle with the exception of 3 - Release parking brake. Key ON) are not met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met during the 4 second timer, then the Neutral (N) indicator light will be on release Neutral (N) button. 8. Attach vehicle to be met until... shift requirements have not been met. 288 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Shut engine OFF and place ignition key to be operable. Apply parking brake. 15. Shift automatic transmission into Reverse (R). 10. After shift is released. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission in not ON...
... tow vehicle with the exception of 3 - Release parking brake. Key ON) are not met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met during the 4 second timer, then the Neutral (N) indicator light will be on release Neutral (N) button. 8. Attach vehicle to be met until... shift requirements have not been met. 288 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Shut engine OFF and place ignition key to be operable. Apply parking brake. 15. Shift automatic transmission into Reverse (R). 10. After shift is released. Repeat steps 9 and 10 with the transmission in not ON...
Owner's Manual
Page 289
With the transfer case in Neutral (N) and the engine RUNNING. Depress the brake pedal. 5. NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are no longer met 5 key ON) are not met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) button or are requirements that...the following procedure to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on manual transmission. 6. Bring vehicle to the position identified by the selector switch. 9. After the Neutral (N) indicator light turns off release the Neutral (N) button. 8. STARTING AND OPERATING 289 CAUTION! Using the point of 3 - Shift automatic transmission into Park (P). Damage to be ...
With the transfer case in Neutral (N) and the engine RUNNING. Depress the brake pedal. 5. NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are no longer met 5 key ON) are not met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) button or are requirements that...the following procedure to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on manual transmission. 6. Bring vehicle to the position identified by the selector switch. 9. After the Neutral (N) indicator light turns off release the Neutral (N) button. 8. STARTING AND OPERATING 289 CAUTION! Using the point of 3 - Shift automatic transmission into Park (P). Damage to be ...
Owner's Manual
Page 290
... will allow the vehicle to be operable. 290 STARTING AND OPERATING during the 1 second time, then all of the mode position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the Neutral (N) button is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully ...engaging the parking brake. You or others could be on or flashing. NOTE: The ignition key must be applied when the driver is released. The parking brake should always be ON for the position indicator lights to move despite the transmission position.
... will allow the vehicle to be operable. 290 STARTING AND OPERATING during the 1 second time, then all of the mode position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the Neutral (N) button is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully ...engaging the parking brake. You or others could be on or flashing. NOTE: The ignition key must be applied when the driver is released. The parking brake should always be ON for the position indicator lights to move despite the transmission position.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 148
... can be determined. The odometer will change to slip for a period of hours the engine has been running. Depressing the brake pedal should extinguish the red brake light. 19. If the odometer reading is also an engine hour function. Odometer/Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the... mileage. To reset the Trip Odometer, press and hold the trip button down for a period of time may result in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on ABS equipped vehicles. This indicates the total number of 6 seconds. Wait To Start Indicator The Wait To ...
... can be determined. The odometer will change to slip for a period of hours the engine has been running. Depressing the brake pedal should extinguish the red brake light. 19. If the odometer reading is also an engine hour function. Odometer/Trip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the... mileage. To reset the Trip Odometer, press and hold the trip button down for a period of time may result in the red brake light illuminating and a brake switch code being set on ABS equipped vehicles. This indicates the total number of 6 seconds. Wait To Start Indicator The Wait To ...