Owner's Manual
Page 148
... these areas are more likely to be used properly for safe operation of the vehicle. Be sure everyone in your vehicle that is in this truck are also a primary part of the Occupant Restraint (protection) System of the vehicle. In a collision, people riding in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle...
... these areas are more likely to be used properly for safe operation of the vehicle. Be sure everyone in your vehicle that is in this truck are also a primary part of the Occupant Restraint (protection) System of the vehicle. In a collision, people riding in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 199
Each opening in the cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. The cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders.
Each opening in the cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. The cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders.
Owner's Manual
Page 201
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission 3 Cup Holders Manual Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there are three cup holders located on the front of the center console.
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission 3 Cup Holders Manual Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there are three cup holders located on the front of the center console.
Owner's Manual
Page 215
Do not carry the tailgate loose in this important document. For safety reasons, follow all instructions in the truck pickup box. 3 There are four tie-down cleats bolted to 1000 lbs (450 kg) total. Once the cables are free, move to free the left side ... vehicle entirely. Remove the tailgate from your vehicle is installed on the inner side bulkheads of the pickup box that can be provided. To determine if your dealer. SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Camper Applications Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in front of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears...
Do not carry the tailgate loose in this important document. For safety reasons, follow all instructions in the truck pickup box. 3 There are four tie-down cleats bolted to 1000 lbs (450 kg) total. Once the cables are free, move to free the left side ... vehicle entirely. Remove the tailgate from your vehicle is installed on the inner side bulkheads of the pickup box that can be provided. To determine if your dealer. SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Camper Applications Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in front of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears...
Owner's Manual
Page 313
... a clutch interlocking ignition system. This transmission has a "creeper" 1st gear which should be launched in numerical order - do not skip a gear. STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Truck models with manual transmission are equipped with a loaded vehicle. When shifting from the Neutral position straight across and back into Reverse, come to the right...
... a clutch interlocking ignition system. This transmission has a "creeper" 1st gear which should be launched in numerical order - do not skip a gear. STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Truck models with manual transmission are equipped with a loaded vehicle. When shifting from the Neutral position straight across and back into Reverse, come to the right...
Owner's Manual
Page 316
.../h) km/h) km/h) Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selection Maximum Speed 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th CAUTION! FOUR-WHEEL- 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. 316 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! When descending a hill, be downshifted at...
.../h) km/h) km/h) Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selection Maximum Speed 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th CAUTION! FOUR-WHEEL- 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. 316 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! When descending a hill, be downshifted at...
Owner's Manual
Page 358
...-pressure compact spares designed for the letters "LT" that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. The letter P is the same as for P-Metric tires except for temporary emergency use only. design standards and it...
...-pressure compact spares designed for the letters "LT" that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. The letter P is the same as for P-Metric tires except for temporary emergency use only. design standards and it...
Owner's Manual
Page 359
... Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank...= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S.
... Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank...= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S.
Owner's Manual
Page 369
... in sets of four (or 6, in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in case of trucks with other types of tires on your vehicle to fail. The added strain on your vehicle will cause your tires could cause them with your...
... in sets of four (or 6, in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in case of trucks with other types of tires on your vehicle to fail. The added strain on your vehicle will cause your tires could cause them with your...
Owner's Manual
Page 375
... precautions: • Because of 4x2 vehicles. Remove the damaged parts of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Do not install tire chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as possible and then retighten after driving about 1/2 mile (0.8 km). STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ...Improper alignment will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. Vibration may be found on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that only chains in good condition are used. TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on front wheels of limited...
... precautions: • Because of 4x2 vehicles. Remove the damaged parts of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Do not install tire chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as possible and then retighten after driving about 1/2 mile (0.8 km). STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ...Improper alignment will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. Vibration may be found on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that only chains in good condition are used. TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on front wheels of limited...
Owner's Manual
Page 376
... only of vehicles equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. Do not use of class "U" chains is permitted on 1500 Ram Trucks with P265/70R17, LT275/70R17, P275/60R20, tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body...including link and cable (radial) chains. CAUTION! Tire chain use of class "U" chains is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. NOTE: The use is permitted only on the rear tires of class "S" chains is permitted on 4x4...
... only of vehicles equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. Do not use of class "U" chains is permitted on 1500 Ram Trucks with P265/70R17, LT275/70R17, P275/60R20, tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body...including link and cable (radial) chains. CAUTION! Tire chain use of class "U" chains is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. NOTE: The use is permitted only on the rear tires of class "S" chains is permitted on 4x4...
Owner's Manual
Page 378
Instead, rotate your Ram truck is permissible if desired. The reasons for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your tires side to side at the recommended intervals. More frequent rotation is equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and ON/OFF Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use a front to rotation being performed. 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to back rotation pattern.
Instead, rotate your Ram truck is permissible if desired. The reasons for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your tires side to side at the recommended intervals. More frequent rotation is equipped with All-Season type tires on the front and ON/OFF Road type tires mounted on the rear, do not use a front to rotation being performed. 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to back rotation pattern.
Owner's Manual
Page 379
.... • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be matched for wear to prevent overloading one approved direction of the tire on the truck.
.... • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be matched for wear to prevent overloading one approved direction of the tire on the truck.
Owner's Manual
Page 389
... Administration Regulations, your vehicle including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry, including the weight of your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver's side door or pillar. This label contains the month and...
... Administration Regulations, your vehicle including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry, including the weight of your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver's side door or pillar. This label contains the month and...
Owner's Manual
Page 394
... control thereby enhancing towing safety. These kind of hitches are typically used to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. The addition of the truck. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for additional information. 394 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with...
... control thereby enhancing towing safety. These kind of hitches are typically used to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. The addition of the truck. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for additional information. 394 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with...
Owner's Manual
Page 395
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin.
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin.
Owner's Manual
Page 396
...the website address that contains the necessary information for your specific drivetrain. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - See your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - The following chart provides the industry standard... rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to assist you in the truck bed. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional ...
...the website address that contains the necessary information for your specific drivetrain. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - See your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - The following chart provides the industry standard... rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to assist you in the truck bed. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional ...
Owner's Manual
Page 407
...this manual • Check the runners and cutting edge for excessive wear. Attaching a snowplow to the Current Dodge Truck Body Builders Guide. 1. The maximum number of the airbag system in the truck should never be 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6.4 mm to13 mm) above ground in this vehicle could illuminate if... exterior lamps are not properly installed. The 1500 models are not available with the Sport Package. The total GVWR ...
...this manual • Check the runners and cutting edge for excessive wear. Attaching a snowplow to the Current Dodge Truck Body Builders Guide. 1. The maximum number of the airbag system in the truck should never be 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6.4 mm to13 mm) above ground in this vehicle could illuminate if... exterior lamps are not properly installed. The 1500 models are not available with the Sport Package. The total GVWR ...
Owner's Manual
Page 418
NOTE: Always refer to the Equipment Identification Plate When Ordering Parts. The following information about your vehicle is located on the truck as shipped from the factory. 418 STARTING AND OPERATING EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE The equipment Identification Plate is displayed on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identification Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers with descriptions of all production and special equipment on the hood inner surface.
NOTE: Always refer to the Equipment Identification Plate When Ordering Parts. The following information about your vehicle is located on the truck as shipped from the factory. 418 STARTING AND OPERATING EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE The equipment Identification Plate is displayed on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identification Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers with descriptions of all production and special equipment on the hood inner surface.
Owner's Manual
Page 426
Attach the wheel wrench to jack the truck. Insert the tube through the center of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire ...
Attach the wheel wrench to jack the truck. Insert the tube through the center of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire ...