Owner's Manual
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... A Word About Your Keys ...12 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...12 ▫ Sentry Key - If Equipped ...12 Ignition And Steering Lock ...14 ▫ Manual Transmissions ...14 ▫ Automatic Transmissions ...15 Door Key ...16 Door Locks ...17 ▫ Manual Locks ...17 ▫ Power Door Locks - If Equipped ...18 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...21...
... A Word About Your Keys ...12 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...12 ▫ Sentry Key - If Equipped ...12 Ignition And Steering Lock ...14 ▫ Manual Transmissions ...14 ▫ Automatic Transmissions ...15 Door Key ...16 Door Locks ...17 ▫ Manual Locks ...17 ▫ Power Door Locks - If Equipped ...18 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...21...
Owner's Manual
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... the key until it turns easily. To remove the key, depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instrument panel. Automatic Transmissions In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to LOCK and remove the key. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15...
... the key until it turns easily. To remove the key, depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instrument panel. Automatic Transmissions In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to LOCK and remove the key. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15...
Owner's Manual
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...: The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed, and the steering wheel is in the LOCK position. NOTE: On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selector is turned around 115 degrees from center clockwise and around 65 degrees counterclockwise. Ignition Switch...
...: The steering wheel will lock when the key is removed, and the steering wheel is in the LOCK position. NOTE: On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selector is turned around 115 degrees from center clockwise and around 65 degrees counterclockwise. Ignition Switch...
Owner's Manual
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...; Sunroof Fully Closed ...192 Electrical Power Outlets ...192 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ...194 Cupholders ...195 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission . . 195 Express Mode ...190 ▫ Comfort Stop ...190 ▫ Closing Sunroof -
...; Sunroof Fully Closed ...192 Electrical Power Outlets ...192 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ...194 Cupholders ...195 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission . . 195 Express Mode ...190 ▫ Comfort Stop ...190 ▫ Closing Sunroof -
Owner's Manual
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission ...197 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission ...197 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - If Equipped ...198 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Mega Cab ...198 Storage ...199 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (40...Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models) ...204 Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...204 ▫ Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...204 Pickup Box ...207 Slide-In Campers ...209 ▫ Camper Applications ...209 Easy-Off Tailgate ...209 3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission ...197 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission ...197 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - If Equipped ...198 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Mega Cab ...198 Storage ...199 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (40...Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models) ...204 Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...204 ▫ Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...204 Pickup Box ...207 Slide-In Campers ...209 ▫ Camper Applications ...209 Easy-Off Tailgate ...209 3
Owner's Manual
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... happens, you would normally. Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may slow below for the speed for your specific engine... which can push down on the accelerator pedal to the set speed. Vehicles equipped with a 5-speed-manual transmission should be selected by pressing the "TOW HAUL O/D OFF" button located at elevations above 2,000 feet ...(610 meters), or when the vehicle is released, the vehicle will automatically disengage. When the pedal is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may exhibit several downshifts under...
... happens, you would normally. Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may slow below for the speed for your specific engine... which can push down on the accelerator pedal to the set speed. Vehicles equipped with a 5-speed-manual transmission should be selected by pressing the "TOW HAUL O/D OFF" button located at elevations above 2,000 feet ...(610 meters), or when the vehicle is released, the vehicle will automatically disengage. When the pedal is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may exhibit several downshifts under...
Owner's Manual
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The cigar lighter is located in and pops out automatically when ready for use. As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON. It heats when pushed in the instrument panel cup holder tray. 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER The removable ash receiver is located on the instrument panel, above and to the left of the ash receiver. Ash Tray Automatic Transmission To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position.
The cigar lighter is located in and pops out automatically when ready for use. As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON. It heats when pushed in the instrument panel cup holder tray. 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER The removable ash receiver is located on the instrument panel, above and to the left of the ash receiver. Ash Tray Automatic Transmission To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position.
Owner's Manual
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission Each opening in the cupholder is equipped with two adjustable cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission Each opening in the cupholder is equipped with two adjustable cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface.
Owner's Manual
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Cup Holders Automatic Transmission Cup Holder Door Handle 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To secure the cup, place the cup to be held into one of the cup wells and then push the cupholder arm toward the cup until it is held stable.
Cup Holders Automatic Transmission Cup Holder Door Handle 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To secure the cup, place the cup to be held into one of the cup wells and then push the cupholder arm toward the cup until it is held stable.
Owner's Manual
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Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission 3 Cup Holders Manual Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 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 197 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
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...NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the reading before and after the alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. If the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to 1000 rpm at a slower .... To toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer, press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button. The light will sound. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear selector lever is set. The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. Do not leave your vehicle unattended ...
...NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the reading before and after the alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. If the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to 1000 rpm at a slower .... To toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer, press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button. The light will sound. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear selector lever is set. The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. Do not leave your vehicle unattended ...
Owner's Manual
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... Warning Light (Automatic Transmissions Only) This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with the transmission in NEUTRAL until fluid is added and ignition switch is an estimated distance calculation based on until the light goes off - Odometer/Trip Odometer Button ...
... Warning Light (Automatic Transmissions Only) This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with the transmission in NEUTRAL until fluid is added and ignition switch is an estimated distance calculation based on until the light goes off - Odometer/Trip Odometer Button ...
Owner's Manual
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... ▫ Lock ...294 ▫ Off ...294 ▫ On ...294 ▫ Start ...295 ▫ ACC ...295 ▫ Manual Transmission Key Release Button ...295 ▫ Key Reminder ...296 Starting Procedures ...296 ▫ Manual Transmission ...296 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...296 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...297 ▫ Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...297 ▫ After Starting...
... ▫ Lock ...294 ▫ Off ...294 ▫ On ...294 ▫ Start ...295 ▫ ACC ...295 ▫ Manual Transmission Key Release Button ...295 ▫ Key Reminder ...296 Starting Procedures ...296 ▫ Manual Transmission ...296 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...296 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...297 ▫ Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...297 ▫ After Starting...
Owner's Manual
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NOTE: This vehicle is turned. The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of Park (P). It also engages the steering wheel lock (if equipped) when the steering wheel is equipped with engine off. Ignition Switch Positions ON This is the normal running position. 294 STARTING AND OPERATING IGNITION/STARTER SWITCH LOCK Locks the automatic transmission shift control into the PARK position. OFF Unlocks the steering wheel (if equipped with locking wheel) and the automatic transmission shift control with a transmission shift interlocking system.
NOTE: This vehicle is turned. The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of Park (P). It also engages the steering wheel lock (if equipped) when the steering wheel is equipped with engine off. Ignition Switch Positions ON This is the normal running position. 294 STARTING AND OPERATING IGNITION/STARTER SWITCH LOCK Locks the automatic transmission shift control into the PARK position. OFF Unlocks the steering wheel (if equipped with locking wheel) and the automatic transmission shift control with a transmission shift interlocking system.
Owner's Manual
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... fails to any driving range. This vehicle is fully depressed. Apply the brake before starting procedure. NOTE: This vehicle is opened. Normal Starting of Park (P). Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in the ignition and the driver's door is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. The brake pedal must...
... fails to any driving range. This vehicle is fully depressed. Apply the brake before starting procedure. NOTE: This vehicle is opened. Normal Starting of Park (P). Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in the ignition and the driver's door is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. The brake pedal must...
Owner's Manual
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...Park, or when shifting out of Park. Always apply parking brake first, then place the selector in the instrument panel cluster, indicates the transmission gear range (the selector is in this range. Pull the selector lever toward you when shifting into another gear range. "P" Park This ...for the parking brake. The selector lever is in this range. The engine can be sure that the transfer case is mounted on an automatic transmission as a substitute for night driving). Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. ...
...Park, or when shifting out of Park. Always apply parking brake first, then place the selector in the instrument panel cluster, indicates the transmission gear range (the selector is in this range. Pull the selector lever toward you when shifting into another gear range. "P" Park This ...for the parking brake. The selector lever is in this range. The engine can be sure that the transfer case is mounted on an automatic transmission as a substitute for night driving). Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. ...
Owner's Manual
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... most city and highway driving. "2" Second Use this range. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive). NOTE: Do not exceed maximum engine speed. The transmission will automatically shift from Drive to the transmission. "D" Drive This position provides all forward gears, including 3rd gear direct and...
... most city and highway driving. "2" Second Use this range. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an electronically controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Overdrive). NOTE: Do not exceed maximum engine speed. The transmission will automatically shift from Drive to the transmission. "D" Drive This position provides all forward gears, including 3rd gear direct and...
Owner's Manual
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.... When the vehicle speed drops or during normal operation in the automatic transmission on an incline. Pressing the "TOW HAUL O/D OFF" button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is normal and will refill within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. NOTE: If the vehicle has not been driven...
.... When the vehicle speed drops or during normal operation in the automatic transmission on an incline. Pressing the "TOW HAUL O/D OFF" button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is normal and will refill within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. NOTE: If the vehicle has not been driven...
Owner's Manual
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... Shifter 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h). If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to the desired position. With the Manually Shifted Transfer Case vehicle in transfer case N (Neutral). Apply a constant force when shifting the ...(3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to N (Neutral), hold foot on a manual transmission. If the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to avoid gear clash while completing the shift. While the vehicle is in motion. NOTE: Pausing in transfer...
... Shifter 2H ⇔ 4H Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/h). If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to the desired position. With the Manually Shifted Transfer Case vehicle in transfer case N (Neutral). Apply a constant force when shifting the ...(3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to N (Neutral), hold foot on a manual transmission. If the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to avoid gear clash while completing the shift. While the vehicle is in motion. NOTE: Pausing in transfer...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • Leaving children in the PARK position. A child could be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual transmission in the ignition. When parking on a hill you should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. STARTING AND...
... the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. • Leaving children in the PARK position. A child could be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual transmission in the ignition. When parking on a hill you should be warned not to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. STARTING AND...