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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267

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Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270

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To Maintain Warranty Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . 270

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Axle Lubricant And Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . 272

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Trailer Towing Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 273

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Trailer Towing — Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274

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Connecting Trailer Lighting And Electric
Trailer Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275

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Trailer Weight And Trailer Tongue Weight . . . . 276

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Trailer Towing Information
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) . . . . . . . . . 277

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Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . 278

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Cooling System Tips — Trailer Towing . . . . . . 278

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Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279

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Towing With An Automatic Transmission . . . . 279

Snowplow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280

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Dodge Ram 1500 Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280

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Before Plowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

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Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability . . 281

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Over The Road Operation With Snowplow
Attached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282

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Methods For Removing Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . 283

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Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283

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General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284

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STARTING AND OPERATING

Summary of Contents for 2004 Ram 1500

Page 1: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 199 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 8 MAINTENAN...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction 4 m How To Use This Manual 5 m Warnings And Cautions 5 m Van Conversions Campers 5 m Vehicle Identification Number 6 m Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1...

Page 4: ...nvenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best has the f...

Page 5: ...nformation Observe all Warnings and Cautions VAN CONVERSIONS CAMPERS The Manufacturer s Warranty does not apply to body modifications or special equipment installed by van conversion camper manufactur...

Page 6: ...ument panel pad visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label f...

Page 7: ...ICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death INTR...

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Page 9: ...14 Manual Transmissions 14 Automatic Transmissions 15 m Door Key 16 m Door Locks 16 Manual Locks 16 Power Door Locks If Equipped 17 Child Protection Door Lock 21 m Remote Keyless Entry If Equipped 22...

Page 10: ...ed 41 Center Lap Belts 42 Seat Belt Pretensioners 42 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System BeltAlert 43 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 44 Seat Belt Extender 44 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supp...

Page 11: ...nition key sends a signal to the vehicle electronics If the electronics recognizes the signal the vehicle will start and continue to run If the system does not recognize the signal the vehicle will st...

Page 12: ...cs Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to a...

Page 13: ...aving removed the second key After 10 seconds the 9Security Light9 will stop flashing then turn on for 3 seconds then turn off The new Sentry Key has been programmed Repeat this process to program up...

Page 14: ...be difficult to turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until it turns easily To remove the key depress and hold th...

Page 15: ...position Push in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position NOTE The steering wheel will the lock when the key is removed and the steering wheel is turned around 115 degr...

Page 16: ...ked before closing will remain locked when closed The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors...

Page 17: ...door lock cylinder Vehicles equipped with power door locks can be locked or unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lock switches located on the front doors or by pressing the LOCK or UNLOC...

Page 18: ...nically unlocked If the key is once again turned to the unlock position within 5 seconds of the first unlock the remaining doors will unlock If the key is turned to the 9Lock9 position while all doors...

Page 19: ...is not heard program mode was canceled before the feature could be disabled If necessary repeat the above procedure Auto Unlock Feature This feature unlocks all the doors of the vehicle when the drive...

Page 20: ...ram ming procedure 3 Insert the key into the ignition 4 Within 4 seconds cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times ending in the ON position do not start the engine 5 Within 30...

Page 21: ...oor lock system To use the system open each rear door and slide the control UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can o...

Page 22: ...t is in the desired position NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle REMOTE...

Page 23: ...t will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the U...

Page 24: ...se you during this program ming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed i e function...

Page 25: ...e chime is heard release both buttons 8 Turn the ignition to the OFF position or wait 60 seconds 9 Test the park lamp flash feature by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the...

Page 26: ...will have to reprogram them for your vehicle However if program mode is entered and no action is performed the previously programmed fobs will continue to func tion 1 Enter your vehicle and close all...

Page 27: ...not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the foll...

Page 28: ...er apart Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal 2 Remove and replace the batteries Be careful not to disturb the metal terminal near the batteries Install the batteries with the posi...

Page 29: ...n disabled If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you u...

Page 30: ...he security alarm will be initiated To exit alarming mode press the transmitter Unlock button unlock the driver s door using the key cylinder or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key The Secu...

Page 31: ...ontrol of all power windows There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control and on the rear doors of Quad Cab models The windows will operate only...

Page 32: ...the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors press the window lock button To enable the window controls press the wi...

Page 33: ...s seated next to a window If you will be carrying children too small for adult size belts your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems Please pay close attention to the...

Page 34: ...ng retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a collision the belt wi...

Page 35: ...u could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt Peopl...

Page 36: ...e will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increas ing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger ous Yo...

Page 37: ...ry in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt can t do its job as w...

Page 38: ...nt retractor torn webbing etc or if the airbag deployed Standard Cab Front Center Three Point Belt 1 The front center seat belt on the Standard Cab may be disconnected to open up utilization of the st...

Page 39: ...rop erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision When reattaching the black l...

Page 40: ...black latch and buckle are not connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant the seat belt will not restrain you properly Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING...

Page 41: ...try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position Automatic Locking Mode if Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remov...

Page 42: ...the webbing Wear the lap belt snug against the hips Sit back and erect in the seat then adjust the belt as tightly as is comfortable WARNING A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous A belt...

Page 43: ...their seat belts Once the warning is triggered the Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s seat belt is buck...

Page 44: ...buckled Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should w...

Page 45: ...belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words S...

Page 46: ...ding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Ai...

Page 47: ...ever allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm All occupants should use their seat belts properly The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as pra...

Page 48: ...Window Airbag System on vehicles equipped consists of the following AIRBAG Readiness Light shared with the front airbag system Window Bags Above the Side Windows Airbag Control Module shared with the...

Page 49: ...BAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on then turns the light off If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the light either mo...

Page 50: ...irbag deflates through vents towards the instrument panel The passenger s front airbag is deflated through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your cont...

Page 51: ...e risk of hitting the dashboard instrument panel or windshield in a crash WARNING Whenever an airbag is turned off even a lap shoulder belted passenger may hit their head neck or chest on the dashboar...

Page 52: ...h deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and u...

Page 53: ...the side airbags to inflate The window airbag control module will not detect roll over front or rear collisions The airbag control module monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system...

Page 54: ...door locks will unlock automatically In addition approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving the interior lights will light until the ignition switch is turned off Maintaining Your A...

Page 55: ...working the airbag control mod ule may also be disabled The airbags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check fuse num bers 52 and 53 in the fuse and relay center See your dealer...

Page 56: ...le until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and 9convertible9 child seats Both types of child restr...

Page 57: ...d s back is against the seat back they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt Some booster seats are equipped with a fro...

Page 58: ...o keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shou...

Page 59: ...e child restraint manufacturer s directions When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a...

Page 60: ...er in this section Identification dots are located above the standard cab front seat lower anchorages as a guide for locating lower anchors NOTE For children riding in the front seat of a Stan dard Ca...

Page 61: ...s are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicle...

Page 62: ...equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rearward facing infant res...

Page 63: ...s for their older products Regular Cab models of Ram Pickups have two tether anchorages one each behind the front center and right seats Quad Cab models have three anchorages one behind each of the re...

Page 64: ...r the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat 2 Lift the cover if so equipped and attach the hook to the square opening in the sheet metal 3 Install the child...

Page 65: ...or directly behind the seat and then to the anchor directly behind the center rear seat 3 Pass each tether strap hook under the head restraint and through the loop of webbing behind the child seat 4 R...

Page 66: ...Multiple Child Restraints 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 67: ...NE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to...

Page 68: ...Y TIPS Transporting Passengers This vehicle is designed to carry passengers in the cab only For safety reasons NEVER TRANSPORT PASSEN GERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride i...

Page 69: ...e than a short period adjust your climate control system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed and the controls in any position except OFF or MAX A C The best protection a...

Page 70: ...light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer If there is a problem with the airbag light the seatbelt light will flash Safety Checks You Should Ma...

Page 71: ...Feature 77 Electronic Power Mirrors If Equipped 77 Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Sideview Mirrors If Equipped 78 Trailer Towing Mirrors If Equipped 79 m Hands Free Communication UConnect...

Page 72: ...anel Lights 101 Daytime Running Lights Canada And Fleet Vehicles Only 102 Lights On Reminder 102 Fog Lights If Equipped 102 Cargo Light 103 m Multifunction Control Lever 103 Turn Signals 103 Passing L...

Page 73: ...M Button 114 Reset Button 115 Global Reset 115 Step Button 115 Average Fuel Economy AVG ECO 116 Distance To Empty DTE 116 Trip Odometer ODO 116 Elapsed Time ET 117 C T Button 117 Automatic Compass Cal...

Page 74: ...anel Cupholders Automatic Transmission Only 128 Rear Cupholder Quad Cab If Equipped 128 m Storage 129 Center Storage Compartment If Equipped 129 Storage And Seats If Equipped 130 m Fold Flat Load Floo...

Page 75: ...ough the rear window Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the da...

Page 76: ...ate when the dimming feature is activated CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wip...

Page 77: ...your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right side convex mirror Some vehicles will not have a convex right side mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exter...

Page 78: ...r the direction you want the mirror to move Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors If Equipped The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors are activated by pres...

Page 79: ...or out board the mirror head should be rotated flipped Out or In A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main mirror surface HANDS FREE COMMUNICATION UConnect IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice...

Page 80: ...cellular phone UConnect features Bluetooth technol ogy the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station so UConnect works no ma...

Page 81: ...be used in the operation of the UConnect system and to navigate through the UCon nect menu structure Voice commands should be given after each UConnect system prompt You will be prompted for a specifi...

Page 82: ...r phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 having the highest priority You can connect up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system and the priority allows the UConnect system to know which cel...

Page 83: ...er for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return...

Page 84: ...the phonebook entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say 9List Names9 to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from whi...

Page 85: ...can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be acces...

Page 86: ...while the second call is in progress Putting a Call on Hold and Retrieving a Call from Hold To put a call on hold press the Phone button until you hear a single beep which will indicate that the call...

Page 87: ...e last number that was dialed on your cellular phone This may not be the last number dialed by your UConnect system Advanced Phone Connectivity Transferring an Active Call between the UConnect System...

Page 88: ...e instruction described in your cellular phone user s manual List Paired Cellular Phone Names Press the Phone button to begin After the 9Ready9 prompt say 9Setup List Phones9 and the UConnect system w...

Page 89: ...whatever you have made your pin This method can also be used in instances where you are pressing a number on your keypad to navigate through a menu structure or to enter a number for a pager Barge In...

Page 90: ...y when you are trying to place a phone call Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system By dialing a number wi...

Page 91: ...ssis tance9 or 9Call Towing Assistance9 Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details in the DaimlerChrysler Motors Company 24 Hour Towing As sistance Program Guide SEATS The seating...

Page 92: ...ward or backward and is equipped with a back recliner The manual seat adjustment handle is found at the front edge of each seat cushion Pull up on the handle and slide the seat to get the most comfort...

Page 93: ...ainst your chest If you ride in this position the shoulder harness will no longer be restraining you In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and receive serious or fatal injuries Recline in...

Page 94: ...nt Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment If Equipped Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the driver s seatback and on the right side of the passenger s seatback increases or decreas...

Page 95: ...ntrols are on the outboard side of the front seat cushions Three switches control the seat move ment The four way switch in the center can be moved forward or backwards to get the most comfortable pos...

Page 96: ...switches tilting it up or down Heated Seats If Equipped The heated seat switches are located in the instrument panel under the climate controls The engine must be running for the heated seats to oper...

Page 97: ...will illuminate when the heated seats are in the HI or LOW position Flashing telltale lights on the switch indicate that the Heated Seat system needs servicing TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the...

Page 98: ...at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood la...

Page 99: ...he dimmer control rotating wheel on the right side of the switch is rotated to the second upward detent position or if equipped when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the key fob Rotating the dimmer con...

Page 100: ...arade mode and is useful when headlights are re quired during the day Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle s battery Load Shed ding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights I...

Page 101: ...tch is rotated to the first position the parking lights taillights side marker lights license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on Rotating the headlight switch to the first posit...

Page 102: ...l intensity If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights will turn off Lights on Reminder If the headlights parking lights courtesy lights or cargo lights are left on after the ignition...

Page 103: ...The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes to indicate the direction of the turn and proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is...

Page 104: ...ver toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released High Beam Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the st...

Page 105: ...ired wiper speed Intermittent Wiper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirabl...

Page 106: ...eld Washers To use the washer push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction control lever and hold while spray is desired If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range the wipe...

Page 107: ...ack up to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have...

Page 108: ...are at least 10 inches 254 mm away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel 2 Fasten and adjust the seatbelts 3 Move the adjustable pedal switch located to the left of the steering...

Page 109: ...le pedal s path ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged this device takes over accelerator opera tion at speeds greater than refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine T...

Page 110: ...ry Pushing the ON OFF button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the memory WARNING Leaving the Speed Control ON when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system t...

Page 111: ...gine Each time the button is tapped speed will decrease For example tapping the button 3 times will decrease the speed by 3 times the speed listed in the table below refer to the table below for the s...

Page 112: ...es equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission should be operated in 4th gear or lower under the above conditions Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may exhibit several downshifts under t...

Page 113: ...ontrol is rotated to the courtesy light position fully upward position or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter if so equipped These lights are also operated indivi...

Page 114: ...ng Courtesy Lights Compass Temperature Mini Trip Computer CMTC This overhead console allows you to choose between a compass temperature display and one of four trip con ditions being monitored US M Bu...

Page 115: ...eter Elapsed time Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 4 seconds while in any of the 3 resettable displays the Global Reset will reset all 3 displays Step Button Use this button to...

Page 116: ...ccording to the current fuel tank level When Distance To Empty 0 the fuel gauge pointer will initially be on the red E marker At this point fuel gauge pointer on the red E marker there is reserve fuel...

Page 117: ...on bridges Drive carefully under such conditions to prevent an accident and possible per sonal injury or property damage Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates...

Page 118: ...e the display between VAR compass variance and CAL compass calibration modes When the CAL sym bol is displayed complete one 360 degree turn in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The...

Page 119: ...to select the new variance zone and press the RESET button to resume normal operation Outside Temperature Because the ambient temperature sensor is located un derhood engine temperature can influence...

Page 120: ...or on the internet at www homelink com WARNING A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Only use this trans...

Page 121: ...s and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons and release only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step one to pr...

Page 122: ...OTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with procedures noted in the 9Gate Operator Canadian Pro gramming9 section 4 The HomeLink indicator l...

Page 123: ...ammed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time...

Page 124: ...press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the trained device i e garage door opener gate operator security system entry door lock home office lighting etc For conv...

Page 125: ...ies To erase all of the previously trained frequencies hold down both outside buttons until the green light begins to flash This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry...

Page 126: ...protect the battery against discharge CAUTION Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular pho...

Page 127: ...n The cigar lighter is located above and to the left of the ash receiver As a child safety precaution the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON It heats when pushed in and pops out automat...

Page 128: ...pholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes 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...

Page 129: ...er a cellular telephone CD s and miscellaneous items The top of the cover provides a generous firm surface to serve as a desktop for your mobile office WARNING This armrest is not a seat Anyone seated...

Page 130: ...have storage behind the seat The Quad Cab models provide additional storage under the rear seat Lift the seat to access the storage compartment FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR IF EQUIPPED Fold Flat Load Floor If...

Page 131: ...y experience abrupt stopping rapid acceleration or sharp turns Loose objects stored on the load floor may move around with force and strike occupants resulting in serious or fatal injury Unfolding the...

Page 132: ...t 1 Lift the 60 40 seat cushion s to the upward position 2 Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of the load floor 3 Lift the load floor up to access storage under the load floor WARNING Do...

Page 133: ...rate the vehicle PICKUP BOX The pickup box on your new Ram has many features designed for utility and convenience NOTE If you are installing a toolbox to the front of the pickup box you must use Mopar...

Page 134: ...turns or rough roads may cause shifting or bouncing of the cargo that may result in vehicle damage If wide build ing materials are to be frequently carried the installation of a support is recommended...

Page 135: ...camper is installed on a vehicle an alternate CHMSL Center High Mounted Stop Light must be provided EASY OFF TAILGATE To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang the tailgate can be removed...

Page 136: ...ed without a tailgate suitable lights must be installed WARNING To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide which is deadly the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with Cap or Slide In Campers should extend bey...

Page 137: ...gital Clock 151 Clock Setting Procedure 151 m Sales Code RBB AM FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer Capability 151 Operating Instructions 151 Power Button 152 Electronic Volume Co...

Page 138: ...itch Volume Control 158 Seek Button Radio Mode 158 Tuning 158 PTY Program Type Button 159 Balance 160 Fade 160 Tone Control 160 AM FM Selection 161 Scan Button 161 To Set The Radio Push Button Memory...

Page 139: ...166 Time Button 166 Scan Button 166 CD Changer Control Capability If Equipped 166 m Sales Code RBK AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD Changer Controls 168 Radio Operation 168 CD Player Operation...

Page 140: ...nce 184 m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 184 m Climate Controls 185 Heater Only Fleet Vehicles 185 Air Conditioning If Equipped 187 Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Sideview Mirrors If E...

Page 141: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 4...

Page 142: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 143: ...seconds and remain on until the vehicle is started If the bulb does not come on during starting have the condi tion investigated promptly If this light comes on and remains on while driving it sugges...

Page 144: ...Turn Signal Indicators Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn signals are operating 4 Tachometer The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute CAUTION Do not operate th...

Page 145: ...es sure when the engine is running A continuous high or low reading under normal driving conditions may indicate a lubrication system malfunction Immedi ate service should be obtained NOTE If the gaug...

Page 146: ...starting have the system checked by an autho rized dealer 13 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant temperature Any reading within the normal range indicates that the coolin...

Page 147: ...his indicator lights when the electronic speed control system is turned on 17 Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a r...

Page 148: ...set on ABS equipped vehicles Depressing the brake pedal should extinguish the red brake light 19 ABS Warning Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System which is described elsewhere in this...

Page 149: ...for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned off or the engine is started 21 TOW HAUL Automatic Transmissions Only The TOW HAUL button is located at the end of the gear shift lever This lig...

Page 150: ...o Empty DTE 0 on the overhead console if so equipped there is reserve fuel capacity which corresponds to approxi mately 8 of tank volume This reserve capacity was put in place to prevent the likelihoo...

Page 151: ...n switch to the ON or ACC position Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object press either the H Hour or M Minute buttons on the radio The display will show the time 2 Press the H button to...

Page 152: ...sound will be set at the same volume level as last played For your convenience the volume can be turned down but not up when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON Seek Press and release the...

Page 153: ...locked into push button memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed...

Page 154: ...utton You can turn the tape player ON by inserting a cassette or activating the MODE button with a cassette in the radio but only when the ignition and radio are on Each time a cassette is inserted th...

Page 155: ...playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played NR Noise Reduction Pushing the Number 2 Pre set button when a tape is playing deactivates the Dolby Noise Reduction System When Do...

Page 156: ...forward and fast reverse are activated Random Play RND Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace Random can be cancelled by pre...

Page 157: ...a for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on optics Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages when...

Page 158: ...isplayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed Seek Button Radio Mode Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the b...

Page 159: ...elect the following format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language L...

Page 160: ...tion will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station The PTY icon will then turn off Balance The Balance control adjusts the left to right speaker bal ance Push...

Page 161: ...sh to commit to push button memory press the SET button SET 1 will show in the display window Select the push button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a station i...

Page 162: ...next selection on the tape and down to return to the beginning of the current selection Press the SEEK button up or down to move the track number to skip forward or backward 1 to 6 selections Press t...

Page 163: ...er or the radio ON OFF switch are turned off the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage When power is restored to the tape player the pinch roller will automatical...

Page 164: ...tically be pulled into the CD Player If the volume control is ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and secon...

Page 165: ...ected with the radio OFF FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner Program Button 4 Random Play...

Page 166: ...n in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode Tape CD Button Press this button to select between CD player and Tape player Time Button Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playi...

Page 167: ...change of pace Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road the CD player may skip...

Page 168: ...o search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selec...

Page 169: ...trol up or down in creases or decreases amplification of that band The mid position provides a balanced output AM FM Selection Press the AM FM button to change from AM to FM The operating mode will be...

Page 170: ...d a corresponding button number will be displayed Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules an...

Page 171: ...d begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track one Seek Press the top of the SEEK button fo...

Page 172: ...rovide an interest ing change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press the RND button 4 button a second time to stop Random Play Mode Press the MODE button repea...

Page 173: ...mbol will appear on the display Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse The audio output can be heard when fast forw...

Page 174: ...ed An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser is unable to read the Disc data for the following reasons Excessive vibration Disc inserted upside down Damaged disc Water condensation on opti...

Page 175: ...d Sirius Satellite Radio if equipped The display will show ST when a stereo station is received To select Sirius Satellite Radio if equipped press the MODE button until the word SIRIUS appears The fol...

Page 176: ...he BAL button in and it will pop out Adjust the balance and push the button back in Fade The Fade control provides for balance between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE button in and it will...

Page 177: ...onding button number will be displayed Time Button Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and wi...

Page 178: ...from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 LO...

Page 179: ...within the first second of the current selection Scan Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing FF TUNE RW Press FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fas...

Page 180: ...ng format types Program Type Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Emergency ALERT Emergency Test Test Information Inform Jazz Jazz...

Page 181: ...e the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station By pressing the SCAN button when the PTY icon is displayed the radio will stop at every PTY station on the band and list eac...

Page 182: ...set station that you have programmed in the radio pre set push buttons Tape Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next selection on the cassette Pressing the bottom of the switch...

Page 183: ...ld be corrected before use To rewind a loose tape insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions Maintain your cassette tape player The head...

Page 184: ...ecome too high NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged oversized or have theft protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player servic...

Page 185: ...hicle consist of a series of rotary knobs These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions Heater Only Fleet Vehicles The mode control at the right of the control panel can be s...

Page 186: ...is mode Bi Level Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel and at the floor Mix Outside air flows in equal proportions through the floor and defroster outlets Defrost Outsi...

Page 187: ...e left blue region and the warmest setting is to the extreme right red region of the rotation Air Conditioning If Equipped Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the Air Conditioning set the fan contro...

Page 188: ...rate at intermediate positions between the major modes These intermediate positions are iden tified by the small dots Recirculation Modes Panel or Bi Level Select the recirculation modes when the outs...

Page 189: ...eld through the defroster outlets located at the base of the windshield and the demister outlets located at the edge of each side of the instrument panel and the air conditioning may be on Blower Cont...

Page 190: ...cab air Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the glass They are located in the extreme outside upper edges of the instrument panel...

Page 191: ...ivate the Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors feature These features also turn off after activation when 15 minutes have elapsed To reactivate simply press the button again Air...

Page 192: ...hows that the air conditioning is on Press the button a second time to turn the air condition ing off A C Pushbutton With the fan control in the ON posi tion pushing the A C button turns on the air co...

Page 193: ...rmediate positions are iden tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both modes Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to d...

Page 194: ...nditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the A C button has not been pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield Blower Control The rot...

Page 195: ...id button located on the Climate Control panel with the ignition On Turning Off the ignition will deactivate the Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors feature These features also...

Page 196: ...een expelled close the windows and press the Recirculation pushbutton When a comfortable condition has been reached choose a mode position and adjust the tempera ture control slide and blower speed as...

Page 197: ...ther especially when towing a trailer addi tional engine cooling may be required If this situation is encountered operate the transmission in a lower gear to increase engine RPM coolant flow and fan s...

Page 198: ...Operating Tips Chart 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 199: ...utton 205 Key Reminder 205 m Starting Procedures 205 Manual Transmission 205 Automatic Transmission 206 If Engine Fails To Start 206 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 207 After Starting 207 m Transmissi...

Page 200: ...erential If Equipped 228 m Parking Brake 229 m Brake System 230 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only 231 Brake Noise 231 Rear Wheel Anti Lock Brake System RWAL 231 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System If Equ...

Page 201: ...Requirements 256 Reformulated Gasoline 257 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 257 MMT In Gasoline 258 Sulfur In Gasoline 258 Materials Added To Fuel 259 Adding Fuel 259 Fuel System Cautions 261 Carbon Monoxide...

Page 202: ...Trailer Tongue Weight 276 Trailer Towing Information Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 277 Trailer Towing Mirrors If Equipped 278 Cooling System Tips Trailer Towing 278 Automatic Transmission Oil Temper...

Page 203: ...e If Equipped 285 Returning To Normal Operation Manual Shift Transfer Case 286 Recreational Towing Procedure Electronic Shift Transfer Case If Equipped 287 Returning To Normal Operation Electronic Shi...

Page 204: ...h a transmission shift interlocking system The brake pedal must be depressed to shift out of Park P OFF Unlocks the steering wheel if equipped with locking wheel and the automatic transmission shift c...

Page 205: ...n the ignition and the driver s door is opened STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be operated for more than 15 second intervals Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the st...

Page 206: ...shift out of Park P If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the normal starting procedure it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor a...

Page 207: ...Equipped The engine block heater warms the engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC electrical outlet with grounded three wire extensio...

Page 208: ...transmission gear range the selector is illuminated for night driving The selector lever is mounted on the right side of the steering column You must depress the brake pedal to pull the selector lever...

Page 209: ...NING Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in P Park Check by trying to move the gearshift lever back and forth without first pulling it toward you after you have s...

Page 210: ...ed gear overdrive see Overdrive Operation Use this range for most city and highway driving 2 Second Use this position for driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise s...

Page 211: ...matically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level Refer also to the Note und...

Page 212: ...automatic closed throttle downshifts to 3rd gear for improved braking will occur during steady braking The TOW HAUL light will illuminate in the instru ment cluster to indicate when the switch has be...

Page 213: ...e vehicle has not been driven in several days the first few seconds of operation after shifting the transmission into gear may seem sluggish This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque...

Page 214: ...the lever sharply left as you may shift accidentally into 2nd gear and damage the trans mission To shift into Reverse come to a complete stop Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear tra...

Page 215: ...launched in 2nd gear Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear For most city driving you may find it easier to use only 1st through 4th gear ranges For steady highway driving with light acce...

Page 216: ...nual Transmission Shift Speed in mph km h Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 5 7L 2500 3500 ALL ACCEL CRUISE 15 24 25 40 40 65 45 72 Downshifting Moving from a high gear down to a low...

Page 217: ...e to the driveline components The 4 wheel drive light 4WD located in the instrument cluster alerts the driver that the vehicle is in 4 wheel drive and that the front and rear driveshafts are locked to...

Page 218: ...ers could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages...

Page 219: ...owing for more infor mation 4L 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional tra...

Page 220: ...f difficulty occurs shift automatic transmission to N Neutral hold foot on brake and turn engine OFF Make shift to the desired mode NOTE Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle complet...

Page 221: ...and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch t...

Page 222: ...e or More Shift Conditions are not Met 1 The indicator light for the current position will remain ON 2 The newly selected position indicator light will con tinue to flash 3 The transfer case will not...

Page 223: ...ly the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4LO the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD AWD or 4HI positions at...

Page 224: ...Rear Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads 4HI 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rot...

Page 225: ...r case position have not been met the transfer case will not shift The indicator light for the previous position will remain ON and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash u...

Page 226: ...if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after turning the control switch If the vehicle is stopped the ignition key must be in the ON position with the engine either RUNNING or OFF This shift...

Page 227: ...fter the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shift transmission back into gear release clutch on manual transmissions NOTE If steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate Procedur...

Page 228: ...nditions With both rear wheels on a slippery surface a slight application of the accelerator will supply maximum traction When starting with only one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface slig...

Page 229: ...e that the parking brake is applied You must be sure that the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear shift lever is...

Page 230: ...to brake problems due to excessive heating of the rear brakes When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking br...

Page 231: ...ns in the morning Moisture hot or cold temperature dust and or other debris may also contribute to the noise condition Repeated or con tinuous noises during braking may be an indication that the brake...

Page 232: ...lippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation This is normal When you are in a seve...

Page 233: ...ase braking or steering efficiency be yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from exces...

Page 234: ...still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these conditions you will experience a substantial increase in steering effort TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE P Passenger Metric tire sizing...

Page 235: ...ic tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compa...

Page 236: ...e based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 1...

Page 237: ...ditions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification blank Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL E...

Page 238: ...l certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits...

Page 239: ...ide B pillar Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry...

Page 240: ...t of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should...

Page 241: ...reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with va...

Page 242: ...242 STARTING AND OPERATING...

Page 243: ...d can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damag...

Page 244: ...is listed on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certifica...

Page 245: ...tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressu...

Page 246: ...uced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pr...

Page 247: ...The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired o...

Page 248: ...e installed Damage to the vehicle may result Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Veh...

Page 249: ...spected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replaceme...

Page 250: ...city other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have an accident Failure to...

Page 251: ...the chain manufacturer CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle tires or chains observe the following precautions Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is...

Page 252: ...hicles equipped with LT245 70R17 LT265 70R17 and LT235 80R17 size tires NOTE On 4x4 2500 3500 SRW Single Rear Wheel Ram Trucks class U snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equ...

Page 253: ...tates pro hibit studded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tire types TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different load...

Page 254: ...e reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per formed NOTE On Canadian vehicles only if your Ram truck is equipped with All Season type tires on the front and...

Page 255: ...of the ON OFF road tire and the use of Outline White Letter OWL tires When replacing a flat the spare tire may have to be remounted on the rim or installed at a different location to maintain the cor...

Page 256: ...ium gasoline is not recommended The use of premium gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality regular and mid grade gasolines and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance Light s...

Page 257: ...f reformulated gasolines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provide excellent performance and durability for the engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel supplie...

Page 258: ...and California reformulated gasolines Sulfur In Gasoline If you live in the northeast United States your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with Cleaner Burning C...

Page 259: ...table container the container should have a flexible nozzle long enough to extend into the fuel filler tube CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NO...

Page 260: ...k filler tube cap gas cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of some gasolines may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase w...

Page 261: ...e assistance When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully loaded vehicle when the humidity is low and the temperature is high use a premium unleaded fuel to help prevent spark knock If spark knock per...

Page 262: ...ave the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when dri...

Page 263: ...lame Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or E 85 fuel or any mixture of these two For best results a refueling pattern that alternates be...

Page 264: ...4 Equivalent com mercial Flexible Fuel engine oils may be labeled as Flexible Fuel FFV or Alternate Fuel AFV These engine oils may be satisfactory if they meet the DaimlerChrysler Standard The 5W 30 e...

Page 265: ...ng range to decrease by about 30 compared to gasoline operation Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle FFV are designed to be compatible with ethanol Always be sure that your...

Page 266: ...result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor mance have your vehicle serv...

Page 267: ...d by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration Regulations your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver s side door or pillar This label contains the month and year of manufactur...

Page 268: ...sometimes specified by purchasers for in creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi cle s GVWR Tire Size This is the minimum allowable tire size for your vehicle Replacement tires must...

Page 269: ...ear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally Stow all loose items securely bef...

Page 270: ...alterations to standard equipment Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2 000 lbs 907 kg with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package See your Dodge dealer for p...

Page 271: ...en the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associ ated with the telescoping motion to dampen any un wanted trailer swaying motions while traveling CAUTION...

Page 272: ...towing a trailer never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR or Gross Combined Vehicle Weight GCVW CAUTION When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not overload your vehicle or trailer Overloading...

Page 273: ...mmended Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1000 lbs 454 kg and are required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg Use an approved wiring harness connector on the trailer Standard eq...

Page 274: ...ention Trailer Towing Hitches With a Class I Hitch your vehicle can be equipped to tow trailers with a Gross Trailer Weight GTW of 2 000 lbs 907 kg maximum With a Class II Hitch your vehicle can be eq...

Page 275: ...used for the electric brake This connector contains the following vehicle circuits power ground battery stop lamp switch and electric brake feed The 4 way is optional with the trailer tow prep packag...

Page 276: ...mmended way to mea sure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Tongue Weight is the weight placed on the vehicle s t...

Page 277: ...atings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW 3 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10 to 15 range of tongue weight 15 to 25 for a 5...

Page 278: ...he mirror head should be rotated flipped Out or In A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main mirror surface Cooling System Tips Trailer Towing To reduce potential for engine and transmissio...

Page 279: ...tinue to rise a warning light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate If this should occur stop the vehicle shift to Neutral and run the engine at idle or faster until the light goes off Tow...

Page 280: ...NG On 1500 Models snowplows winches and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structu...

Page 281: ...ION The Lamp Out indicator could illuminate if exte rior lamps are not properly installed Before plowing Check the hydraulic system for leaks and proper fluid level Check the mounting bolts and nuts f...

Page 282: ...OTE Detach the snowplow when transporting passengers Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica tions at the factory without consideration for the weight of the plow Front end tow in shoul...

Page 283: ...Reduce speed and use extreme caution when plowing unfamiliar areas or under poor visibility NOTE During snowplow usage on vehicles equipped with an overhead console module the outside tempera ture di...

Page 284: ...transfer case in 4L when plowing small or congested areas where speeds are not likely to exceed 15 mph 24 km h At higher speeds operate in 4H Do not shift the transmission unless the engine has retur...

Page 285: ...plete stop 2 Shut OFF the engine 3 Depress the brake pedal 4 Shift automatic transmission to N NEUTRAL or depress the clutch on manual transmissions 5 Shift transfer case lever into N NEUTRAL 6 Start...

Page 286: ...ress the brake pedal 4 Shift automatic transmission to N NEUTRAL or depress the clutch on manual transmissions 5 Shift transfer case lever to desired position 6 Shift automatic transmission into P Par...

Page 287: ...r recreational towing CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in Neutral N before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts 1 Bring ve...

Page 288: ...essing the Neutral N selection button and must continue to be met until the 4 seconds elaspes and the shift has been completed If any of these require ments with the exception of 3 Key ON are not met...

Page 289: ...depress clutch on manual transmission 6 Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object depress the recessed transfer case Neutral N button for 1 second 7 After the Neutral N indicator light tur...

Page 290: ...be on or flashing NOTE Flashing neutral N position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with t...

Page 291: ...ng and make turns slowly and cautiously If you must back down a hill back straight down using REVERSE gear Never back down in NEUTRAL or diagonally across the hill When driving over sand mud and other...

Page 292: ...down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Main...

Page 293: ...alling The Scissors Type Jack And Tools 1500 Models 298 m Changing A Flat Tire 301 Removing The Spare Tire 301 Tire Changing Procedure 302 m Hoisting 312 m Jump Starting 312 m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle...

Page 294: ...oncoming traffic of an emergency Push the button a second time to turn off the flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehic...

Page 295: ...filling WARNING Remove the gas cap slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of present gasolines may cause a build up of pressure in the fuel tank that...

Page 296: ...ack tools are stored under the front passenger seat Lift the flap on the side of the seat for access Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and sliding the assembly from under the seat 15...

Page 297: ...should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas WARNING After using the jack and tools always reinstall them in the original carrier and location While driving you may experi...

Page 298: ...Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn screw until the jack is snug 2 Position the jack and tool bag unrolled Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn screw Turn...

Page 299: ...lap and roll the jack tool kit into a cylindrical package in direction of arrows and tie to the jack using the tie straps Folding Flap and Rolling Bag Tying Bag to Jack with Straps WHAT TO DO IN EMERG...

Page 300: ...he jack by the jack turn screw slip the jack and tools under seat so that the bottom slot engages into the fastener on the floor and then secure to the floor pan using the wing bolt Jack and Tools Tie...

Page 301: ...terclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull...

Page 302: ...a tool for changing tires on this vehicle only It is not recommended that the jack be used for service purposes or to lift more than one wheel at a time Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level...

Page 303: ...ersonal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to...

Page 304: ...heel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 3 Placement of the Jack For 1500 series trucks when changing a front wheel place the scissors jack under the...

Page 305: ...ht part of the frame Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench The tube extension may be used but is not required For 2500 3500 4x4 series trucks when changing the front wheel as...

Page 306: ...d connect the drive tube to the extension tube Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and wh...

Page 307: ...re wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500 3500 single rear wheel SRW models On 3500 dual rear wheel models DRW the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with a...

Page 308: ...Do not oil wheel studs For chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts Hub Caps The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground For 2500 3500 single rear whee...

Page 309: ...Rear Wheels Dual wheels are flat mounted center piloted The lug nuts are a two piece assembly When the tires are being rotated or replaced clean these lug nuts and add 2 drops of oil at the interface...

Page 310: ...le lifting device NOTE When installing a spare tire as part of a dual rear wheel end combination the tire diameter of the two individual tires must be compared If there is a significant difference the...

Page 311: ...dred miles of operation to allow the wheel nuts to become properly set All nuts should first be firmly seated against the wheel The nuts should then be tightened to recom mended torque Tighten the nut...

Page 312: ...UTION Never use a floor jack directly under the differential housing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle may result JUMP STARTING You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing...

Page 313: ...Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source that has a greater than 12 volt system i e Do not use a 24 volt power source Check the Battery Test Indicator If Equipped If a yellow or bright...

Page 314: ...cessary electri cal loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery...

Page 315: ...battery could rupture or explode The battery temperature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting jump start 6 Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery let the e...

Page 316: ...he vehicle may lead to transmission over heating and failure Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will...

Page 317: ...r associated brackets State and local laws applying to vehicles under tow must be observed 4 Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing always use one of the follow...

Page 318: ...than 15 miles 25 km the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground It may also be towed on a flatbed or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a...

Page 319: ...pection And Maintenance Programs 324 m Dealer Service 326 m Replacement Parts 327 m Maintenance Procedures 327 Air Conditioner Maintenance 327 Engine Oil 329 Engine Oil Filter 333 Drive Belts Check Co...

Page 320: ...Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 347 Brake System 348 Clutch Hydraulic System 349 Clutch Linkage 350 Propeller Shaft Universal Joints 350 Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level 350 Transfer...

Page 321: ...k And Turn Lights 366 Tail Stop Turn And Backup Lights 370 Center High Mounted Stoplight With Cargo Light 372 Cab Top Clearance Lights If Equipped 374 Tailgate ID Lights Dual Rear Wheels 375 Side Mark...

Page 322: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3 7L 4 7L 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 323: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 7L MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 7...

Page 324: ...vice technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be driveable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction In...

Page 325: ...est which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignitio...

Page 326: ...eady Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD system is ready or not ready if the MIL symbol is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I...

Page 327: ...ollow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other item...

Page 328: ...be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro...

Page 329: ...fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings M...

Page 330: ...miles 16 2 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 32 C 90 F Trailer towing Heavy Loading Taxi Police or delivery service commercial service Off road or de...

Page 331: ...ertified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Engine Oil Identification API Symbol There is a symbol...

Page 332: ...ollow the service schedule that describes your driving type Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacture strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to t...

Page 333: ...d See your authorized dealer for service At the mileage indicated in the maintenance schedule all belts and tensioner should be checked for condition Improper belt tension can cause belt slippage and...

Page 334: ...case of engine backfire Do not remove theair induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment bef...

Page 335: ...talyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire o...

Page 336: ...ly To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start engine by pushi...

Page 337: ...ace if necessary Maintenance Free Battery The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required To determine the battery c...

Page 338: ...ter handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery p...

Page 339: ...134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air con...

Page 340: ...ype Front Suspension Ball Joints 4 x 2 Models The ball joints and seals should be inspected whenever the vehicle is serviced for other reasons The ball joints originally supplied with the vehicle are...

Page 341: ...e This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly Refer to the Service Manual for the detailed replacement procedure Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items...

Page 342: ...is located under the hood and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only not ra diator antifreeze To prevent freeze up of your winds...

Page 343: ...mes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or...

Page 344: ...heck the coolant bottle hoses for condition and tightness of the connections at both the coolant bottle and radiator For 3 7L 4 7L 5 7L engines check the coolant pressure cap and coolant reserve syste...

Page 345: ...Adding Coolant When adding coolant or refilling system a 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used Higher concentrations not to exceed 65 are required if temperatures b...

Page 346: ...could result Recommended Engine Coolant Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified non HOAT may result in engine d...

Page 347: ...ressure cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the radiator pressure cap are a safety...

Page 348: ...uid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing under the hood service or immedi ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system failure The brake master cylinder has a tran...

Page 349: ...ture CAUTION Do not allow a petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Seal damage may result Brake Hoses Inspection should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced or at intervals...

Page 350: ...rfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level This inspection should be made with the vehicle in a level position The fluid level should be e...

Page 351: ...whenever a fluid change is made Ram 2500 3500 Model Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive friction modifiers Transfer Case Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be checked by removing t...

Page 352: ...the fluid in this transmission refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be checked when the engi...

Page 353: ...rify that solid coating of oil is seen on both sides of the dipstick If the fluid is low add as required into the dipstick tube Do not overfill After adding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tu...

Page 354: ...long as its seal remains engaged in the dipstick tube Selection Of Lubricant Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid...

Page 355: ...er strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives to the transmission Exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks The use of transmission sealers sh...

Page 356: ...etter designations shown in the example are the highest quality level available and when combined as shown can be used for both wheel bearing and chassis lubrication Use only those greases that have t...

Page 357: ...hat the air cleaner is properly positioned and the cover is tight Check all hoses leading to the cleaner for tightness The gasket between the air cleaner housing and throttle body must be intact and i...

Page 358: ...of the fan shroud Noise Emission Warranty The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac tured by the manufacturer was designed built and equipped to conform at the time it left the manufactu...

Page 359: ...to the mileage at which service was performed MILES 6 000 12 000 18 000 24 000 30 000 36 000 42 000 48 000 KILOMETERS 9 600 19 000 29 000 36 000 48 000 58 000 67 000 77 000 Exhaust system inspect Air...

Page 360: ...the mileage at which service was performed MILES 54 000 60 000 66 000 72 000 78 000 84 000 90 000 96 000 KILOMETERS 87 000 96 000 106 000 116 000 126 000 135 000 145 000 154 000 Exhaust system inspect...

Page 361: ...tions will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective...

Page 362: ...he cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle r...

Page 363: ...eather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with...

Page 364: ...nses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solutio...

Page 365: ...21 days we recommend that you take the following steps to mini mize the drain on your vehicle s battery Disconnect the Ignition Off Draw fuse I O D fuse located in the Fuse and Relay Center located in...

Page 366: ...9006LL Headlamp Halogen 9007QL Park Turn Signal 3157NAK Rear License Plate Lamp 168 Rear Cargo Light 912 Tail Stop 3057 Cab Clearance Lights 168 Dual Rear Wheel Sidemarker Light 168 Dual Rear Wheel T...

Page 367: ...MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 7...

Page 368: ...he three 3 bolts from the headlight housing NOTE The lower bolt on the driver side headlight also retains the ambient temperature sensor between the headlight assembly and the frame 368 MAINTAINING YO...

Page 369: ...ctors 4 Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of the headlight halogen bulb 5 Twist connector on turn signal park light bulb 1 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing 6 Remove hou...

Page 370: ...9 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing 10 Tighten the outboard fastener first Tail Stop Turn and Backup Lights 1 Remove the two 2 screws that pass through the bed sheetmetal 2 Pull...

Page 371: ...3 Push the red lock slide in on the connector and remove the housing from the vehicle 4 Remove the four 4 screws from the bulb strip in the housing MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 7...

Page 372: ...rker Bottom Bulb Backup Lights 6 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing 7 While holding the taillight firmly in place fasten the top screw first Center High Mounted Stoplight With Ca...

Page 373: ...3 Turn desired bulb socket 1 4 turn and remove socket and bulb from housing 4 Pull desired bulb straight from the socket Outside Bulbs Cargo Lamps Inside Bulb Center High Mount Stop Lamp 5 Reverse pro...

Page 374: ...Cab Top Clearance Lights If Equipped 1 Remove the two screws from the top of the light 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn and pull it from the light assembly 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 375: ...3 Pull the bulb straight from it s socket and replace Tailgate ID Lights Dual Rear Wheels 1 Remove the two screws and housing and access the bulb sockets from the rear MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 7...

Page 376: ...2 Turn socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise to access the bulb 3 Pull bulb straight out from socket 4 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 377: ...light assembly 2 Pull the entire assembly from the fender 3 Turn socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove from assembly to access the bulb 4 Pull bulb straight out from socket 5 Reverse procedure...

Page 378: ...ehicle unlock and twist connector counterclockwise 1 4 turn and remove connector and bulb from housing 2 Pull bulb straight from the connector 3 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous in...

Page 379: ...0 Shortbed Models 34 gal 128L 2500 Longbed Models 35 gal 132L 3500 Shortbed Models 34 gal 128L 3500 Longbed Models 35 gal 132L Engine Oil with filter 3 7L Engine V 6 SAE 5W 30 API Certified 5 0 qts 4...

Page 380: ...art Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 17 qts 16L 4 7L Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 17 qts 16L 5 7L Mopart Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 18 7 qts...

Page 381: ...l Use SAE 5W 30 API Certified meeting material standard MS 6395 Refer to oil viscosity chart for alternative grade Engine Oil Filter Mopart Engine Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equivalent Spark Plugs Refe...

Page 382: ...ont Axle 4X4 GL 5 SAE 75W 90 1500 Model Rear Axle Mopart Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W 140 MS 8985 Limited Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml 4 oz Mopart limited slip add...

Page 383: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance 384 m Maintenance Schedules 384 Schedule B 387 Schedule A 397 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S...

Page 384: ...rol devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of...

Page 385: ...under the conditions listed for Schedule 9B9 Second is Schedule A It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched ule 9B9 Use the schedule that best describes...

Page 386: ...clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle brake master cylinder and transmission and add as needed Check all lights and all other electrical items for correc...

Page 387: ...ing Snowplowing Heavy Loading Taxi police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you the...

Page 388: ...ine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 mod els only X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cl...

Page 389: ...X X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs...

Page 390: ...ngine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 mod els only X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air...

Page 391: ...efill transfer case fluid 4X4 X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Replace...

Page 392: ...filter X X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 mod els only X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect...

Page 393: ...4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect au...

Page 394: ...60 000 163 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 mod els only X X Flush and replace engine coolant X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid X I...

Page 395: ...ly X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid 4X4 X Change rear axle fluid X X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X Repl...

Page 396: ...p filter 45RFE 545RFE only X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis sions warranty This maintenance is not required if previously repl...

Page 397: ...12 18 24 30 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 mod els only X X X X X Inspect brake linings X Replace e...

Page 398: ...eck transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500 3500 4X4 models only X X X X X X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months regardless of mileage X Inspect brake linings X X R...

Page 399: ...case fluid level 4X4 X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid X Inspect brake linings X X Replace engine air cleaner filter X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect au...

Page 400: ...ect auto tension drive belt and replace if required 3 7L 4 7L 5 7L X X Replace ignition cables X Replace engine air cleaner filter X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV Valve replace as necessary X This...

Page 401: ...or vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chan...

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Page 403: ...ng Service For Your Vehicle 404 Prepare For The Appointment 404 Prepare A List 404 Be Reasonable With Requests 404 m If You Need Assistance 404 m Warranty Information 407 m Mopart Parts 409 m Reportin...

Page 404: ...umber of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehic...

Page 405: ...not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership They want to know if you need assistance If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Cus...

Page 406: ...your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after your manufacturer s new vehicle limited warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Servi...

Page 407: ...urchased your new vehicle Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience You ll be pleased wit...

Page 408: ...408 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE...

Page 409: ...y order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotli...

Page 410: ...ts is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it eas...

Page 411: ...Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com or www daimlerchrysler ca manuals IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 4...

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Page 414: ...250 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 346 379 Anti Lock Brake System 231 Anti Lock Warning Light 148 232 Anti Theft System 29 147 Appearance Care 361 Ashtray 127 Automatic...

Page 415: ...ower Steering 339 Car Washes 361 Carbon Monoxide Warning 69 136 262 Cargo Light 103 Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance 183 Cassette Tape Player 151 154 158 Catalytic Converter 266 335 CD Changer 155...

Page 416: ...Cooling System 344 Coolant Capacity 379 Coolant Level 344 Disposal of Used Coolant 347 Drain Flush and Refill 345 Inspection 344 Radiator Cap 344 347 Selection of Coolant 346 379 381 Temperature Gauge...

Page 417: ...316 Hazard Warning Flasher 294 Jacking 302 Jump Starting 312 Tow Hooks 316 Towing 317 Emission Control System Maintenance 384 Emission Related Components 336 Engine 322 323 Air Cleaner 334 Break In R...

Page 418: ...2 263 Maintenance 265 Replacement Parts 265 Starting 265 Flooded Engine Starting 206 Fluid Brake 382 Fluid Capacities 379 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 352 Power Steering 339 Fog Lights 10...

Page 419: ...ter 144 Gear Ranges 208 214 216 Glass Cleaning 364 GVWR 267 Hands Free Phone 79 Hazard Warning Flasher 294 Head Restraints 93 Headlights 101 366 High Beam 104 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 104 Ligh...

Page 420: ...ipers 105 Introduction 4 Jack Location 296 Jack Operation 302 Jump Starting 312 Key Replacement 12 Key Sentry 11 Key In Reminder 11 Keyless Entry System 22 Keys 11 16 Lane Change and Turn Signals 103...

Page 421: ...9 113 Lights On Reminder 102 Low Washer Fluid 150 Passing 104 Seat Belt Reminder 145 Service 366 Side Marker 377 Transfer Case 220 Transmission Warning 150 279 Turn Signal 103 144 366 370 Warning Inst...

Page 422: ...ift Speeds 214 216 Mirrors 75 Automatic Dimming 76 Electric Powered 77 Outside 76 Rearview 75 Trailer Towing 79 278 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Mopar Parts 327 409 Multi Function Control Lever...

Page 423: ...11 Overdrive OFF Switch 211 Overhead Console 113 114 Overhead Travel Information Center 114 Owner s Manual 410 Parking Brake 229 Passenger Airbag On Off Switch 50 Passing Light 104 Pedals Adjustable 1...

Page 424: ...to Transfer Case Neutral N 285 287 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 286 289 Reformulated Gasoline 257 Refrigerant 328 339 Relays and Flashers 365 Reminder Seat Belt 43 Remote Keyless Entry 22 R...

Page 425: ...29 147 Selection of Coolant 381 Sentry Key 11 Service Assistance 404 Service Contract 406 Service Manuals 410 Setting the Clock 151 Shifting 208 Automatic Transmission 208 Manual Transmission 213 Tran...

Page 426: ...nt Center Seat 129 Storage Vehicle 365 Storing Your Vehicle 365 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information 251 Synthetic Engine Oil 332 Tachometer 144 Tailgate 135 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 59 63 Tilt...

Page 427: ...307 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 276 Torque Converter Clutch 212 Tow Hooks Emergency 316 Towing Disabled Vehicle 317 Guide 277 Recreational 284 Trailering 272 Weight 277 Traction 292 Trailer Towing 27...

Page 428: ...rage 365 Voltmeter 144 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 143 Warnings and Cautions 5 Warranty Information 407 Washers Windshield 106 342 Washing Vehicle 361 Wheel Alignment and Balance 250...

Page 429: ...Wiper Blade Replacement 342 Wipers Intermittent 105 INDEX 429 10...

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