Owner's Manual
Page 110
... speed, push and release the RESUME button. Resume can be used at the selected speed. 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 cause it . To Resume Speed To resume...
... speed, push and release the RESUME button. Resume can be used at the selected speed. 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 cause it . To Resume Speed To resume...
Owner's Manual
Page 205
...the gearshift control lever in the ignition and the driver's door is opened. It will not start unless the clutch is fully depressed. 5 To remove the key on vehicles equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. This vehicle is equipped with manual transmissions, turn the key to the Lock position and press...from overheating. STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ACC Allows the electrical accessories to remind you if the key is left in NEUTRAL and depress the clutch pedal to remove the ignition key. STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be used when the engine is not running.
...the gearshift control lever in the ignition and the driver's door is opened. It will not start unless the clutch is fully depressed. 5 To remove the key on vehicles equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. This vehicle is equipped with manual transmissions, turn the key to the Lock position and press...from overheating. STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ACC Allows the electrical accessories to remind you if the key is left in NEUTRAL and depress the clutch pedal to remove the ignition key. STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be used when the engine is not running.
Owner's Manual
Page 211
... the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will downshift from Drive to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in Drive; • the engine coolant has reached normal operating temperature; • vehicle speed is fully depressed at this temperature. After cooldown, the transmission...
... the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will downshift from Drive to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in Drive; • the engine coolant has reached normal operating temperature; • vehicle speed is fully depressed at this temperature. After cooldown, the transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 212
...shift patterns are allowed during steady cruise (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to improve fuel economy, has been included in A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. When operating in "TOW/HAUL" mode, 5th gear (if Torque Converter... Clutch A feature, designed to 3rd gear (for transmission overheating or failure due to indicate when the switch has been activated. This may result ...
...shift patterns are allowed during steady cruise (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to improve fuel economy, has been included in A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. When operating in "TOW/HAUL" mode, 5th gear (if Torque Converter... Clutch A feature, designed to 3rd gear (for transmission overheating or failure due to indicate when the switch has been activated. This may result ...
Owner's Manual
Page 213
...other gear position. This condition is sufficiently warm, will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from ...transmission are warm [usually after shifting the transmission into gear may seem as if the transmission is normal. Fully depress the clutch pedal before leaving the vehicle, especially on an incline. When the vehicle speed drops or during acceleration when the transmission downshifts...
...other gear position. This condition is sufficiently warm, will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be fully depressed to the fluid partially draining from ...transmission are warm [usually after shifting the transmission into gear may seem as if the transmission is normal. Fully depress the clutch pedal before leaving the vehicle, especially on an incline. When the vehicle speed drops or during acceleration when the transmission downshifts...
Owner's Manual
Page 214
..., and may find it forward. For most city driving you may shift accidentally into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to a complete stop . Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (steady speeds) will cause abnormal wear... manual transmission. Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear. Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds To utilize your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to use only 1st through 4th gear ranges. To shift into Reverse, come to stop . 214 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission...
..., and may find it forward. For most city driving you may shift accidentally into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to a complete stop . Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (steady speeds) will cause abnormal wear... manual transmission. Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear. Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds To utilize your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to use only 1st through 4th gear ranges. To shift into Reverse, come to stop . 214 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 215
... pause briefly to allow the gear train to the right beyond the spring pressure point and push it easier to the clutch can result from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. For steady highway driving with a loaded vehicle. To ...25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4.7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode...
... pause briefly to allow the gear train to the right beyond the spring pressure point and push it easier to the clutch can result from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. For steady highway driving with a loaded vehicle. To ...25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4.7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
...fuel economy, and may be upshifted as 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 down to a lower gear is recommended. In ...the vehicle on the clutch. Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (steady speeds) will cause abnormal wear on a hill with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with the clutch pedal partially engaged,...
...fuel economy, and may be upshifted as 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 down to a lower gear is recommended. In ...the vehicle on the clutch. Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (steady speeds) will cause abnormal wear on a hill with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with the clutch pedal partially engaged,...
Owner's Manual
Page 220
...moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to alert the driver that the front axle is used to 5 km/h). Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to the desired position. The preferred method is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission... to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to 5 km/h). Make shift to or from 4L while the transmission is...
...moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to alert the driver that the front axle is used to 5 km/h). Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to the desired position. The preferred method is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission... to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to 5 km/h). Make shift to or from 4L while the transmission is...
Owner's Manual
Page 227
... lights will be on manual transmissions). 3. Alternate Procedure 1. If the key is ON (not flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch on manual transmissions). 3. STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Preferred Procedure 1. With engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 to the ...desired position. 4. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (depress clutch on manual transmissions). Rotate the transfer case control switch to 5 km/h). 2. After the desired position indicator light is not ON then the...
... lights will be on manual transmissions). 3. Alternate Procedure 1. If the key is ON (not flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch on manual transmissions). 3. STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Preferred Procedure 1. With engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 to the ...desired position. 4. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (depress clutch on manual transmissions). Rotate the transfer case control switch to 5 km/h). 2. After the desired position indicator light is not ON then the...
Owner's Manual
Page 285
Shift automatic transmission to the unlocked OFF position. 11. Shut OFF the engine and place the ignition key to N (NEUTRAL), or depress the clutch on manual transmissions. 5. Release the parking brake. Start the engine. 7. Bring the vehicle to prepare your vehicle. Shut OFF the engine. 3. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with ...
Shift automatic transmission to the unlocked OFF position. 11. Shut OFF the engine and place the ignition key to N (NEUTRAL), or depress the clutch on manual transmissions. 5. Release the parking brake. Start the engine. 7. Bring the vehicle to prepare your vehicle. Shut OFF the engine. 3. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 286
...! The transfer case N (NEUTRAL) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to N (NEUTRAL), or depress the clutch on manual transmissions. 5. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in N (NEUTRAL) ensure that the...
...! The transfer case N (NEUTRAL) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to N (NEUTRAL), or depress the clutch on manual transmissions. 5. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in N (NEUTRAL) ensure that the...
Owner's Manual
Page 287
... the brake pedal. 5. Recreational Towing Procedure - Electronic Shift Transfer Case - If Equipped Use the following procedure to internal parts. 1. Bring vehicle to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on your vehicle for 4 seconds. 5 The bumper face bar will be certain that the transfer case is fully in the ON position. 4. Shift automatic transmission...
... the brake pedal. 5. Recreational Towing Procedure - Electronic Shift Transfer Case - If Equipped Use the following procedure to internal parts. 1. Bring vehicle to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on your vehicle for 4 seconds. 5 The bumper face bar will be certain that the transfer case is fully in the ON position. 4. Shift automatic transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 289
..., depress the recessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for normal usage. 1. Shut OFF the engine. 3. NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are not met prior to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on manual transmission. 6. After the Neutral (N) indicator light turns off release the Neutral (N) button. 8. Returning to Normal Operation - Electronic Shift Transfer Case Use the following...
..., depress the recessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for normal usage. 1. Shut OFF the engine. 3. NOTE: Items 1 through 5 are not met prior to Neutral (N) or depress clutch on manual transmission. 6. After the Neutral (N) indicator light turns off release the Neutral (N) button. 8. Returning to Normal Operation - Electronic Shift Transfer Case Use the following...
Owner's Manual
Page 320
...; Windshield Washers ...342 ▫ Exhaust System ...343 ▫ Cooling System ...344 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...347 ▫ Brake System ...348 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...349 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...350 ▫ Propeller Shaft Universal Joints ...350 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...350 ▫ Transfer Case ...351...
...; Windshield Washers ...342 ▫ Exhaust System ...343 ▫ Cooling System ...344 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...347 ▫ Brake System ...348 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...349 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...350 ▫ Propeller Shaft Universal Joints ...350 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...350 ▫ Transfer Case ...351...
Owner's Manual
Page 349
... an accident. Eventual deterioration of a brake fluid that has been in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Clutch Hydraulic System The clutch hydraulic system is serviced or at intervals specified. WARNING! CAUTION! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can take place with possible burst failure. Brake...
... an accident. Eventual deterioration of a brake fluid that has been in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Clutch Hydraulic System The clutch hydraulic system is serviced or at intervals specified. WARNING! CAUTION! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can take place with possible burst failure. Brake...
Owner's Manual
Page 350
... should be made with water or to provide the correct viscosity grade, drain and refill. Drain and Refill Vehicles operated in a level position. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be 5/8" (16 mm) below the fill hole on the 9.25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on... level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. When the vehicle is serviced for correct fluid type. 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Linkage If the clutch pedal linkage begins to squeak or grunt, the...
... should be made with water or to provide the correct viscosity grade, drain and refill. Drain and Refill Vehicles operated in a level position. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be 5/8" (16 mm) below the fill hole on the 9.25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on... level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. When the vehicle is serviced for correct fluid type. 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Linkage If the clutch pedal linkage begins to squeak or grunt, the...
Owner's Manual
Page 358
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM • Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch. • Removal of the air ducting. EPA Noise Control Regulations. Defects in design, assembly or in use, or (2) the use of the vehicle after such ...
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM • Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch. • Removal of the air ducting. EPA Noise Control Regulations. Defects in design, assembly or in use, or (2) the use of the vehicle after such ...
Owner's Manual
Page 382
Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid ...is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) GL-5 SAE 75W-90 1500 Model Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140...
Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid ...is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) GL-5 SAE 75W-90 1500 Model Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140...
Owner's Manual
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416 INDEX Climate Control ...185 Clock ...151 Clutch ...349 Clutch Linkage Maintenance ...350 Compact Disc Maintenance ...184 Compact Disc Player ...158,164 Compact Spare Tire ...247 Compass ...117 Compass Calibration ...117 Compass Variance ...118 Computer, ...
416 INDEX Climate Control ...185 Clock ...151 Clutch ...349 Clutch Linkage Maintenance ...350 Compact Disc Maintenance ...184 Compact Disc Player ...158,164 Compact Spare Tire ...247 Compass ...117 Compass Calibration ...117 Compass Variance ...118 Computer, ...