Owner Manual
Page 122
... beneath the center of the hood to follow this warning could open when the vehicle is fully latched before raising the hood. Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown) 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 could...
... beneath the center of the hood to follow this warning could open when the vehicle is fully latched before raising the hood. Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown) 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 could...
Owner Manual
Page 308
... If the engine shows no sign of cranking with a The engine block heater must be repeated. by a tethered strap. After Starting The idle speed is used for the winter months. IF EQUIPPED remove the heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head... at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. grounded, three-wire extension cord. 5 in use for storage when not crease as the engine warms up. Release 1500 Models the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is The engine block heater cord is routed under...
... If the engine shows no sign of cranking with a The engine block heater must be repeated. by a tethered strap. After Starting The idle speed is used for the winter months. IF EQUIPPED remove the heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head... at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. grounded, three-wire extension cord. 5 in use for storage when not crease as the engine warms up. Release 1500 Models the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is The engine block heater cord is routed under...
Owner Manual
Page 467
...Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in serious injury or death. Using this manual 2500/3500 Models Only Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factory installed option. Do not expect that the airbag ...this vehicle for snowplow applications. Attaching a snowplow to deploy during a collision resulting in the front end structure. SNOWPLOW 1500 Models Only NOTE: Do not use this vehicle could fail to this model vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to equip your vehicle.
...Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in serious injury or death. Using this manual 2500/3500 Models Only Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factory installed option. Do not expect that the airbag ...this vehicle for snowplow applications. Attaching a snowplow to deploy during a collision resulting in the front end structure. SNOWPLOW 1500 Models Only NOTE: Do not use this vehicle could fail to this model vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to equip your vehicle.
Owner Manual
Page 486
... is snug. 6 Turn Screw and Lug 2. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 1. package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in serious injury. While driving you may move around with force, resulting in... the original carrier and location. After using the tie straps. Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw until the jack is under the jack near the...
... is snug. 6 Turn Screw and Lug 2. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) 1. package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in serious injury. While driving you may move around with force, resulting in... the original carrier and location. After using the tie straps. Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw until the jack is under the jack near the...
Owner Manual
Page 488
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. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 6 Jack and Tools Tied Jack and Tools (1500 Series) 4. Reinstall the plastic cover.
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. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 6 Jack and Tools Tied Jack and Tools (1500 Series) 4. Reinstall the plastic cover.
Owner Manual
Page 492
... 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 on a jack. • Do not get under the rear...traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is on a jack. • Only...
... 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 on a jack. • Do not get under the rear...traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is on a jack. • Only...
Owner Manual
Page 497
...forward in rear-wheel models. If in cap damage. On 3500 dual rear-wheel models hard stop could injure someone in the places provided. nuts using a crisscross pattern. On WARNING! To avoid the risk in the vehicle. Install the wheel center cap and remove the wheel blocks. For chrome wheels... not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. 7. The correct wheel nut tightness is 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque (1500 Series), 135 ft 8. Lightly tighten the wheel nuts. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and ness, have them checked with a ways stow the jack parts...
...forward in rear-wheel models. If in cap damage. On 3500 dual rear-wheel models hard stop could injure someone in the places provided. nuts using a crisscross pattern. On WARNING! To avoid the risk in the vehicle. Install the wheel center cap and remove the wheel blocks. For chrome wheels... not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. 7. The correct wheel nut tightness is 130 ft lbs (177 N·m) torque (1500 Series), 135 ft 8. Lightly tighten the wheel nuts. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and ness, have them checked with a ways stow the jack parts...
Owner Manual
Page 573
... MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, 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). Front and Rear Axle - 2500/3500 Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90...brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is not required. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids. Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case - Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Models Rear Axles Limited slip additive is acceptable. ...
... MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, 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). Front and Rear Axle - 2500/3500 Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90...brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is not required. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids. Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case - Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Models Rear Axles Limited slip additive is acceptable. ...
User Guide
Page 2
...-387-1143 (Canada) or by visiting www.techauthority.com. Copyright 2010 Chrysler Group LLC 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 the driver while the vehicle... your dealer. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is moving is always the driver's responsibility to vehicle operation, pull off the road. RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 The driver's primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. Replacement DVD kits may obtain a printed copy of...
...-387-1143 (Canada) or by visiting www.techauthority.com. Copyright 2010 Chrysler Group LLC 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 the driver while the vehicle... your dealer. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is moving is always the driver's responsibility to vehicle operation, pull off the road. RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500 The driver's primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. Replacement DVD kits may obtain a printed copy of...
User Guide
Page 28
... exhaust brake while in TOW/HAUL mode. IDLE-UP FEATURE (DIESEL/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY) • The Idle-Up Feature uses the speed control switches to approximately 1500 RPM. WARNING! To increase the RPM, push and hold the DECEL switch and the idle speed will decrease to approximately 1100...the brake pedal. 26 NOTE: For optimum braking power, it is not recommended and could lead to use the exhaust brake feature when driving in personal injury or death. Use of vehicle control, which may cause a collision possibly resulting in icy or slippery conditions as the ...
... exhaust brake while in TOW/HAUL mode. IDLE-UP FEATURE (DIESEL/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY) • The Idle-Up Feature uses the speed control switches to approximately 1500 RPM. WARNING! To increase the RPM, push and hold the DECEL switch and the idle speed will decrease to approximately 1100...the brake pedal. 26 NOTE: For optimum braking power, it is not recommended and could lead to use the exhaust brake feature when driving in personal injury or death. Use of vehicle control, which may cause a collision possibly resulting in icy or slippery conditions as the ...
User Guide
Page 75
...jack screw clockwise. Secure the flat tire in order to lower the jack. • Finish tightening the lug nuts using a crisscross pattern. NOTE: Aluminum wheels cannot be necessary to use the jack drive tube in the bed of the truck. Slide the wheel retainer through the wheel pilot hole. To...jack, and tools in their proper locations. • Position the wheel so that the valve stem 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) for increased...
...jack screw clockwise. Secure the flat tire in order to lower the jack. • Finish tightening the lug nuts using a crisscross pattern. NOTE: Aluminum wheels cannot be necessary to use the jack drive tube in the bed of the truck. Slide the wheel retainer through the wheel pilot hole. To...jack, and tools in their proper locations. • Position the wheel so that the valve stem 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) for increased...
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 Diesel... (-18°C), 15W-40 engine oil that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. 89 Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the ...
... 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 Diesel... (-18°C), 15W-40 engine oil that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. 89 Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the ...
User Guide
Page 92
... use of the fuel filters. For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975. Engine Oil Filter 3.7L, 4.7L, 5.7L, 6.7L - 90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fuel Selection 3.7L, 4.7L Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part 87 Octane Capacities 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab...
... use of the fuel filters. For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975. Engine Oil Filter 3.7L, 4.7L, 5.7L, 6.7L - 90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fuel Selection 3.7L, 4.7L Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part 87 Octane Capacities 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab...
User Guide
Page 93
...174; Automatic Transmission G-56 Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Must meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. FR8TE2 (Gap 0....-Wheel Drive Models Rear Axle 1500 Models - Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) MOPAR® Limited Slip Additive MS-10111 or equivalent. Using a fuel filter that does not meet 5 micron rating. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Engine Fuel Filter ...
...174; Automatic Transmission G-56 Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Must meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. FR8TE2 (Gap 0....-Wheel Drive Models Rear Axle 1500 Models - Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) MOPAR® Limited Slip Additive MS-10111 or equivalent. Using a fuel filter that does not meet 5 micron rating. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Engine Fuel Filter ...