Owner Manual
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... is not fully latched, it could result in motion and block your vehicle. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to release it . Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood and push the safety latch lever from right to left to close it , before driving... your vision. Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown) Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood to follow this warning could open when the vehicle is fully latched before...
... is not fully latched, it could result in motion and block your vehicle. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to release it . Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood and push the safety latch lever from right to left to close it , before driving... your vision. Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown) Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood to follow this warning could open when the vehicle is fully latched before...
Owner Manual
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Release 1500 Models the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood ... heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the passenger side of starting after two 15radiator, but underneath the black upper seal. quicker starts in use for storage when not crease as the engine warms up. in cold weather. It includes a removable cap that is automatically controlled and will ...the accelerator pedal held to the floor. It is secured by the right front tow hook. After Starting The idle speed is used for the winter months.
Release 1500 Models the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood ... heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the passenger side of starting after two 15radiator, but underneath the black upper seal. quicker starts in use for storage when not crease as the engine warms up. in cold weather. It includes a removable cap that is automatically controlled and will ...the accelerator pedal held to the floor. It is secured by the right front tow hook. After Starting The idle speed is used for the winter months.
Owner Manual
Page 467
...Attaching a snowplow to the vehicle. Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in a collision. Using this vehicle could fail to deploy during a collision resulting in this model vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to ... off temporarily. WARNING! CAUTION! The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or could adversely affect performance of your vehicle with a snowplow. SNOWPLOW 1500 Models Only NOTE: Do not use this manual 2500/3500 Models Only Snowplow Prep Packages are available as described earlier in serious injury or death.
...Attaching a snowplow to the vehicle. Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in a collision. Using this vehicle could fail to deploy during a collision resulting in this model vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to ... off temporarily. WARNING! CAUTION! The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or could adversely affect performance of your vehicle with a snowplow. SNOWPLOW 1500 Models Only NOTE: Do not use this manual 2500/3500 Models Only Snowplow Prep Packages are available as described earlier in serious injury or death.
Owner Manual
Page 486
... into a cylindrical the lug wrench is snug. 6 Turn Screw and Lug 2. Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 1. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the vehicle may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration...
... into a cylindrical the lug wrench is snug. 6 Turn Screw and Lug 2. Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 1. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the vehicle may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration...
Owner Manual
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 6 Jack and Tools Tied Jack and Tools (1500 Series) 4. Place the jack and tools in the storage position holding the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor, and then secure to the floor pan using the wing bolt. Reinstall the plastic cover.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 6 Jack and Tools Tied Jack and Tools (1500 Series) 4. Place the jack and tools in the storage position holding the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor, and then secure to the floor pan using the wing bolt. Reinstall the plastic cover.
Owner Manual
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... wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the rear portion of motor traffic. • To assure that ... anyone sit in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on the ground. 3. Placement of the jack: • 1500 Series Trucks When changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the vehicle when it is still on or near a roadway, be stowed with the...
... wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the rear portion of motor traffic. • To assure that ... anyone sit in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on the ground. 3. Placement of the jack: • 1500 Series Trucks When changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the vehicle when it is still on or near a roadway, be stowed with the...
Owner Manual
Page 497
... wheel wrench, finish tightening the wheel caps on the spare wheel. The correct wheel nut tightness is 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque (1500 Series), 135 ft 8. For chrome wheels, do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. 7. Remove the wheel nuts ... the dial (thumbwheel) by your tools as previously described. 496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center 6. nuts using a crisscross pattern. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and ness, have them checked with a ways stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel...
... wheel wrench, finish tightening the wheel caps on the spare wheel. The correct wheel nut tightness is 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque (1500 Series), 135 ft 8. For chrome wheels, do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. 7. Remove the wheel nuts ... the dial (thumbwheel) by your tools as previously described. 496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center 6. nuts using a crisscross pattern. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and ness, have them checked with a ways stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel...
Owner Manual
Page 573
... equivalent. Front and Rear Axle - 2500/3500 Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case - Use only recommended brake fluids. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Models Rear Axles Limited slip additive is acceptable. Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR..., or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Models Rear Axle - 1500 Models MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or...
... equivalent. Front and Rear Axle - 2500/3500 Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case - Use only recommended brake fluids. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Models Rear Axles Limited slip additive is acceptable. Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR..., or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Models Rear Axle - 1500 Models MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or...
User Guide
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...and should never be purchased by the driver while the vehicle is moving is moving. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use extreme caution when using any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by visiting www.techauthority.com....(U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your vehicle. Use of any device or feature that the driver use of your vehicle, you find it useful. We hope you with all local laws. RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 The driver's primary responsibility is always the driver's responsibility to ...
...and should never be purchased by the driver while the vehicle is moving is moving. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use extreme caution when using any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by visiting www.techauthority.com....(U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your vehicle. Use of any device or feature that the driver use of your vehicle, you find it useful. We hope you with all local laws. RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 The driver's primary responsibility is always the driver's responsibility to ...
User Guide
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...operate when the driver removes pressure from the accelerator pedal. • Exhaust braking is most effective when the engine RPM is recommended to use the exhaust brake feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and... RPM, push and hold the ACCEL/RESUME switch and the idle speed will decrease to approximately 1500 RPM. See your dealer. IDLE-UP FEATURE (DIESEL/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY) • The Idle-Up Feature uses the speed control switches to 1100 RPM. NOTE: For optimum braking power, it is higher....
...operate when the driver removes pressure from the accelerator pedal. • Exhaust braking is most effective when the engine RPM is recommended to use the exhaust brake feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and... RPM, push and hold the ACCEL/RESUME switch and the idle speed will decrease to approximately 1500 RPM. See your dealer. IDLE-UP FEATURE (DIESEL/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY) • The Idle-Up Feature uses the speed control switches to 1100 RPM. NOTE: For optimum braking power, it is higher....
User Guide
Page 75
..., do not tighten the nuts fully until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is : • 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque for 1500 Series, • 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single-rear wheel (SRW) models, • 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) ...clockwise. Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immediately. 73 This may be necessary to lower the jack. • Finish tightening the lug nuts using a crisscross pattern. NOTE: Aluminum wheels cannot be stored under the vehicle because the wheel retainer will not lower by turning the screw by your...
..., do not tighten the nuts fully until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is : • 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque for 1500 Series, • 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single-rear wheel (SRW) models, • 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) ...clockwise. Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immediately. 73 This may be necessary to lower the jack. • Finish tightening the lug nuts using a crisscross pattern. NOTE: Aluminum wheels cannot be stored under the vehicle because the wheel retainer will not lower by turning the screw by your...
User Guide
Page 91
...Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Capacities 14 Quarts (13 Liters) Engine Coolant 5.7L 1500 Models 16 Quarts (15 Liters) Engine Coolant 5.7L 2500/3500 Models Engine Coolant 5.7L 2500/3500 Models w/Heavy Duty Engine Coolant 6.7L Turbo ...14,000 lbs/ (6,350 kg). MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,...
...Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Capacities 14 Quarts (13 Liters) Engine Coolant 5.7L 1500 Models 16 Quarts (15 Liters) Engine Coolant 5.7L 2500/3500 Models Engine Coolant 5.7L 2500/3500 Models w/Heavy Duty Engine Coolant 6.7L Turbo ...14,000 lbs/ (6,350 kg). MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,...
User Guide
Page 92
... or -7°C), or is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm ... Capacities 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional) 32 Gallons (121 Liters) 2500/3500 Shortbed 34 Gallons (129 Liters) 2500/3500 Longbed 35 Gallons (132 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional...
... or -7°C), or is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm ... Capacities 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional) 32 Gallons (121 Liters) 2500/3500 Shortbed 34 Gallons (129 Liters) 2500/3500 Longbed 35 Gallons (132 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional...
User Guide
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...® Fuel Filter or equivalent. MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 MS-8985. Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Using a fuel filter that does not meet 5 micron rating. or equivalent Capacities - MOPAR® Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Limited-Slip...Slip Additive MS-10111 or equivalent. MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Transfer Case NVG 246 Only Front Axle 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models Rear Axle 1500 Models - Must meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel ...
...® Fuel Filter or equivalent. MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 MS-8985. Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Using a fuel filter that does not meet 5 micron rating. or equivalent Capacities - MOPAR® Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Limited-Slip...Slip Additive MS-10111 or equivalent. MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Transfer Case NVG 246 Only Front Axle 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models Rear Axle 1500 Models - Must meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel ...
