Owner's Manual
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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...9 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTING AND OPERATING ...71 3 ...137 4 ...199 5 ...293 6 ...319 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...383 8 ...403 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...413 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...9 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTING AND OPERATING ...71 3 ...137 4 ...199 5 ...293 6 ...319 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...383 8 ...403 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...413 10
Owner's Manual
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Instead, rotate your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed. The reasons for your tires side to back rotation pattern. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your Ram truck is permissible if desired. 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 side at the recommended intervals.
Instead, rotate your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed. The reasons for your tires side to back rotation pattern. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your Ram truck is permissible if desired. 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 side at the recommended intervals.
Owner's Manual
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... in the time it takes for use ethanol mixture greater than gasoline, you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow Schedule B in the maintenance schedule section of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for your vehicle. It will experience an increase in fuel consumption. Always be ...by about 30% compared to start, and a deterioration in drivability (sags and/or hesitations) until the engine is serviced with ethanol. Maintenance If you will cause difficulty in cold starting and may void the warranty. STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Starting The characteristics of this manual. ...
... in the time it takes for use ethanol mixture greater than gasoline, you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow Schedule B in the maintenance schedule section of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for your vehicle. It will experience an increase in fuel consumption. Always be ...by about 30% compared to start, and a deterioration in drivability (sags and/or hesitations) until the engine is serviced with ethanol. Maintenance If you will cause difficulty in cold starting and may void the warranty. STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Starting The characteristics of this manual. ...
Owner's Manual
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... ml) of limited slip additive must be added. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as possible: Perform the maintenance listed in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of this manual (Section 8). Overloading can lead to the Certification label located at the driver's door for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
... ml) of limited slip additive must be added. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as possible: Perform the maintenance listed in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of this manual (Section 8). Overloading can lead to the Certification label located at the driver's door for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
Owner's Manual
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... CAUTION! Check the following to determine if any apply to you , then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. This could damage your oil should be changed. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then ...change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil • More than 10 miles (16.2 km) • Trailer towing ...
... CAUTION! Check the following to determine if any apply to you , then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. This could damage your oil should be changed. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then ...change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil • More than 10 miles (16.2 km) • Trailer towing ...
Owner's Manual
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... could result in your authorized dealer for replacement. For proper type of replacement spark plugs, refer to the "Vehicle Emission Control Information" label in the maintenance schedule, all belts and tensioner should be checked for advice on how and where used to a faulty spark plug, malfunctioning spark plugs can cause belt slippage...
... could result in your authorized dealer for replacement. For proper type of replacement spark plugs, refer to the "Vehicle Emission Control Information" label in the maintenance schedule, all belts and tensioner should be checked for advice on how and where used to a faulty spark plug, malfunctioning spark plugs can cause belt slippage...
Owner's Manual
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Lubricate the steering linkage regularly according to the "Maintenance Schedule" in failure of the joint due to insure proper function. Periodic lubrication of the joint assembly. Continued operation could result in this manual. after lubricating ...
Lubricate the steering linkage regularly according to the "Maintenance Schedule" in failure of the joint due to insure proper function. Periodic lubrication of the joint assembly. Continued operation could result in this manual. after lubricating ...
Owner's Manual
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... the connections at normal operating temperature, note the level of freezing weather, where applicable). 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Cooling System Maintenance At the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedules Section of the coolant in the coolant bottle should be between the fluid level marks. If coolant is dirty or rusty in...
... the connections at normal operating temperature, note the level of freezing weather, where applicable). 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Cooling System Maintenance At the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedules Section of the coolant in the coolant bottle should be between the fluid level marks. If coolant is dirty or rusty in...
Owner's Manual
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... dealer or consult a service manual for checking coolant freeze point or replacement with new antifreeze coolant. Drain, Flush And Refill At intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. WARNING! MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no longer a need...
... dealer or consult a service manual for checking coolant freeze point or replacement with new antifreeze coolant. Drain, Flush And Refill At intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled. WARNING! MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no longer a need...
Owner's Manual
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... all Dodge Ram Trucks are sealed-for excess play is disassembled for any additives to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. This is the use of extreme water or dust contamination. 7 Cleaning and repacking is used in the Maintenance Schedule (Section...Wheel Bearings - Manufacturer's Axles These bearings are removed or in case of transmission sealers should be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change To obtain best performance and...
... all Dodge Ram Trucks are sealed-for excess play is disassembled for any additives to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. This is the use of extreme water or dust contamination. 7 Cleaning and repacking is used in the Maintenance Schedule (Section...Wheel Bearings - Manufacturer's Axles These bearings are removed or in case of transmission sealers should be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change To obtain best performance and...
Owner's Manual
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... Cleaner Assembly Inspect air cleaner housing for tightness. The engine air cleaner filter must also be intact and in the appropriate maintenance schedule. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 or suspected. Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned and the cover is observed Tampering... with Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following maintenance services must be clean and serviced according to the instructions outlined in good condition. The gasket between the air cleaner housing...
... Cleaner Assembly Inspect air cleaner housing for tightness. The engine air cleaner filter must also be intact and in the appropriate maintenance schedule. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 or suspected. Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned and the cover is observed Tampering... with Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following maintenance services must be clean and serviced according to the instructions outlined in good condition. The gasket between the air cleaner housing...
Owner's Manual
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... during hot weather, above 90° F C (32°). • Trailer towing. • Snowplowing. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control system. More frequent maintenance may be needed for your driving is Schedule "B". M A I N T E N A N C E 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services, listed in bold type in this manual, should be done at the beginning...
... during hot weather, above 90° F C (32°). • Trailer towing. • Snowplowing. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control system. More frequent maintenance may be needed for your driving is Schedule "B". M A I N T E N A N C E 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services, listed in bold type in this manual, should be done at the beginning...
Owner's Manual
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... interval that best describes your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of the conditions listed under any of this manual. E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 M CAUTION! • Heavy Loading. • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). • Off-road or desert operation...
... interval that best describes your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of the conditions listed under any of this manual. E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 M CAUTION! • Heavy Loading. • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). • Off-road or desert operation...
Owner's Manual
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... a Month • Check tire pressure and look for correct operation. Tire Rotation • Rotate the tires at or below the ADD or MIN mark. M 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I At Each Stop for Fuel N T • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully E warmed engine is on level ground will improve the accuN...
... a Month • Check tire pressure and look for correct operation. Tire Rotation • Rotate the tires at or below the ADD or MIN mark. M 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I At Each Stop for Fuel N T • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully E warmed engine is on level ground will improve the accuN...
Owner's Manual
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...8 NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you , then change your driving is at every interval shown on schedule A of the Mainte- S C H E D U If none of these apply to you then change your...fuel. A I N • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). T E N • Off-road or desert operation. Schedule "B" Follow schedule "B" if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°... km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
...8 NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you , then change your driving is at every interval shown on schedule A of the Mainte- S C H E D U If none of these apply to you then change your...fuel. A I N • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). T E N • Off-road or desert operation. Schedule "B" Follow schedule "B" if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°... km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
Owner's Manual
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422 INDEX Lumbar Support ...94 Maintenance ...327 Maintenance Free Battery ...337 Maintenance Procedures ...327 Maintenance Schedule ...384 Schedule A ...397 Schedule B ...387 Malfunction Indicator Light ...325 Manual, Service ...410 Manual Transmission ...213,351 Fluid Level Check ... ...75 Trailer Towing ...79,278 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...7 Mopar Parts ...327,409 Multi-Function Control Lever ...103 Noise Control Maintenance ...356 Tampering Prohibited ...356,357 Noise Emission Warranty ...358 Occupant Restraints ...33 Octane Rating, Gasoline ...256 Odometer ...148,150 Trip...
422 INDEX Lumbar Support ...94 Maintenance ...327 Maintenance Free Battery ...337 Maintenance Procedures ...327 Maintenance Schedule ...384 Schedule A ...397 Schedule B ...387 Malfunction Indicator Light ...325 Manual, Service ...410 Manual Transmission ...213,351 Fluid Level Check ... ...75 Trailer Towing ...79,278 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...7 Mopar Parts ...327,409 Multi-Function Control Lever ...103 Noise Control Maintenance ...356 Tampering Prohibited ...356,357 Noise Emission Warranty ...358 Occupant Restraints ...33 Octane Rating, Gasoline ...256 Odometer ...148,150 Trip...
Owner Manual Diesel
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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...9 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTING AND OPERATING ...71 3 ...137 4 ...199 5 ...295 6 ...317 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...383 8 ...401 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...411 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...9 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTING AND OPERATING ...71 3 ...137 4 ...199 5 ...295 6 ...317 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...383 8 ...401 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...411 10
Owner Manual Diesel
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The reasons for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. 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. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your tires side to side at the recommended intervals. Instead, rotate your Ram truck is permissible if desired. 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to back rotation pattern.
The reasons for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. 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. NOTE: On Canadian vehicles only, if your tires side to side at the recommended intervals. Instead, rotate your Ram truck is permissible if desired. 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to back rotation pattern.
Owner Manual Diesel
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... on the rear axle: • the tongue weight of the trailer • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, body structure or tires. Perform the... maintenance listed in or on your vehicle • the weight of passenger's and driver NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to ...
... on the rear axle: • the tongue weight of the trailer • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, body structure or tires. Perform the... maintenance listed in or on your vehicle • the weight of passenger's and driver NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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CAUTION! MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 NOTE: Failure to perform maintenance service at the specified intervals as outlined in the Maintenance Schedules may void provisions of the seat belt system. Remove any undercoating with solvent. To maintain your vehicle undercoated, make sure no undercoating material is not ... unbalanced and result in an attempt to anticipate every possible circumstance that can result if required services are not performed. • If you have your Maintenance Schedules regularly for required servicing.
CAUTION! MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 NOTE: Failure to perform maintenance service at the specified intervals as outlined in the Maintenance Schedules may void provisions of the seat belt system. Remove any undercoating with solvent. To maintain your vehicle undercoated, make sure no undercoating material is not ... unbalanced and result in an attempt to anticipate every possible circumstance that can result if required services are not performed. • If you have your Maintenance Schedules regularly for required servicing.