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OPENING THE HOOD

• Pull the hood release lever located

below the steering wheel at the base
of the instrument panel.

• Reach into the opening beneath the

center of the hood and move the
safety latch lever while lifting the
hood at the same time.

WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is
not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your
vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2012 chassis cab 3500

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE USER GUIDE Chassis cab 3500 4500 5500 Chassis cab 3500 4500 5500 2011 2011 889284_11f_Ram_Chassis_Cab_UserGuide_030111 indd 2 3 1 11 1 11 PM...

Page 2: ...ty to comply with all local laws IMPORTANT This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle The DVD enclosed contains your Owner s Manual Navigation Media Cen...

Page 3: ...nformation Center EVIC 41 Programmable Features 42 Power Inverter 44 Power Outlets 45 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES Four Wheel Drive Operation 46 UTILITY Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings...

Page 4: ...er Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on pro...

Page 5: ...control of the vehicle Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or dama...

Page 6: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4...

Page 7: ...CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 5...

Page 8: ...rake ABS Light Airbag Warning Light Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Mal...

Page 9: ...ode Indicator Four Wheel Drive and 4LOCK Mode Indicator Exhaust Brake Indicator Diesel Only Door Ajar Indicator Electronic Speed Control On Indicator Loose Gas Cap Indicator Odometer Messages LoWASH L...

Page 10: ...ediately press and hold the UNLOCK button until the windows lower to the level desired or until they lower completely Emergency Key Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead...

Page 11: ...on a third time shuts the engine off In order to allow proper engine pre heating diesel engine only depending on engine temperature there may be a delay of up to 30 seconds before the engine starts To...

Page 12: ...are meant to be used together A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A...

Page 13: ...elts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment could cause serious injury including death Airbags need room to infl...

Page 14: ...nchorages and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily a...

Page 15: ...ectly behind the right seat Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 1 Anchor Loops 2 Snap Hook 3 Tether Strap 4 Passenger s Si...

Page 16: ...ons exactly when installing an infant or child restraint An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directl...

Page 17: ...he memory position place the ignition switch in the LOCK position and remove the Key Fob press and release the LOCK button on the Key Fob to be programmed within 5 seconds of pressing button 1 or 2 Pr...

Page 18: ...cess to the storage bin behind the seat To avoid injury place your hand on the seatback and actuate the handle then position the seatback in the desired position Do not ride with the seatback reclined...

Page 19: ...igh level heating Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off If the High level setting is selected the system will automa...

Page 20: ...can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm TILT STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Tilt Steering Column The tilt lever is located on the steering column below the tu...

Page 21: ...ures below 0 F 18 C engine block heater usage is recommended For ambient temperatures below 20 F 29 C engine block heater usage is required The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood to the...

Page 22: ...be accomplished by turning the ignition OFF for at least five seconds and then back ON after the Wait To Start Light has turned off but before the engine is started However excessive cycling of the ma...

Page 23: ...ngs the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation Washer Operation Push the end of the lever inward to the second detent and hold for as long as spray is desi...

Page 24: ...nt panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened Rotate the dimmer control right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the parking lights or he...

Page 25: ...the lever up to accelerate in 5 mph 8 km h increments or push and hold the lever down to decelerate in 5 mph 8 km h increments release the lever to save the new set speed Resume To resume a previousl...

Page 26: ...ance and engine braking Toggle the switch on the column shift lever down or up to select the desired top gear For maximum deceleration engine braking toggle the switch on the column shift lever down Y...

Page 27: ...three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically SYNC Temperature Button Push the SYNC button once to control the driver and passenger temperatures simultaneously Push the SYNC...

Page 28: ...raking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which may cause a collision possibly resulting in personal injury or death IDLE UP F...

Page 29: ...WR Hot 5 POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console Push the switch right to open the glass and pull the switch left to close the glass W...

Page 30: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 28...

Page 31: ...ELECTRONICS 29...

Page 32: ...NON TOUCH SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 Sales Code RES Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio Sales Code RES RSC ELECTRONICS 30...

Page 33: ...Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or a cassette player to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle s audio system using a 3 5 mm audio cable to amplify the source and...

Page 34: ...assengers Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving The radio sales code is located on the lower right side...

Page 35: ...by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by touching the right and left arrow soft keys touching the SCAN soft key or by using the DIRECT TUNE soft key Once the station...

Page 36: ...cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50 50 Be sure to follow the solvent manufacturer s precautions and directions USB Port The USB Port on...

Page 37: ...upper right corner of your radio screen to access the Navigation system Touch the Where To soft key then touch Go Home Next select from Enter My Address enter an address for the location using the on...

Page 38: ...ummaries are playing at theaters near your current location Sports Scores View scores and upcoming events for all major sports Your favorite location theater and sports teams can be stored for quick a...

Page 39: ...ramtrucks com uconnect Phone Pairing NOTE Pairing is a one time initial setup before using the phone You will also need to follow the Bluetooth instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete...

Page 40: ...he volume during a normal call Use the radio ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect system is speaking Please note the volume setting for Uconnect is...

Page 41: ...uconnect Connected mobile phones must be bluetooth compatible and paired with your radio Changing The Volume Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button then say a command for example tutori...

Page 42: ...rt if supported by the specific audio device Compatible iPod devices may also be controllable using voice commands Media Center 430 430N with Uconnect Phone required Refer to the Owner s Manual on the...

Page 43: ...for access to main menus or to select a personal setting in the setup menu Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates...

Page 44: ...d driver s door lock switch NOTE Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause...

Page 45: ...ng is complete Sound Horn With Lock To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds Then press the PANIC button wh...

Page 46: ...ower rating of 150 Watts is exceeded the power inverter will automatically shut down Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset If the power ra...

Page 47: ...tery and can provide power at all times All accessories connected to the outlet s should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge NOTE Do not ex...

Page 48: ...h 40 km h Shifting Procedure Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion at speeds up to 55 mph 88 km h Shifting between 2H or 4H and 4L must be made with the transmis...

Page 49: ...urther details WARNING The ITBM module has been designed and verified for electric trailer brakes Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBM system may result in reduced or complete los...

Page 50: ...e brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement Repeat the previous two steps with the transmission in DRIVE Remove the key fob from the ignition switch Shift the transmiss...

Page 51: ...various electronic devices Connections to the switches are found under the hood in the connectors attached to the auxiliary Power Distribution Center For further information on using the auxiliary swi...

Page 52: ...vehicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur Have the vehicle serviced imme...

Page 53: ...four minutes when this light turns on We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur Have the vehicle serviced immediately Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the An...

Page 54: ...ounds it is time for your next required oil change Resetting The Light After Servicing Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position do not start engine Fully depress the accelerator pedal three tim...

Page 55: ...D TIRE CHANGING Jack Location 3500 Models The jack and jack 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 w...

Page 56: ...removed For the front hub cap use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry the caps off The wheel skins can now be removed by using the flat end of the lug wrench to pry them off Insert the flat...

Page 57: ...g the screw by hand it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to lower the jack Finish tightening the lug nuts using a crisscross pattern Push down on the wrench while tightening for inc...

Page 58: ...n a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas If it is necessary to retrieve the spare tire from under the vehicle on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the...

Page 59: ...rations for Jump Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment behind the left headlight assembly NOTE The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap...

Page 60: ...jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery Disconnect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery Disconnect the positive end of the ju...

Page 61: ...nection and personal injury could result Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion Do not connect the cable to the negative post of t...

Page 62: ...Key Fob to the ACC or ON RUN position without starting the engine Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal Using a screwdriver press and hold the override tab through the access port ringed...

Page 63: ...ly Permitted Two Wheel Drive Transmission operable Not Permitted Recommended Method Shift lever must be in NEUTRAL the speed less than 30 mph 48 km h and the distance traveled less than 15 mi 24 km Pe...

Page 64: ...ssion failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic Stability Control ESC or Traction Control turn the system off before attempting to rock...

Page 65: ...or and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by y...

Page 66: ...r of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could op...

Page 67: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 7L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 65...

Page 68: ...6 7L Diesel Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 66...

Page 69: ...or strap wrench rotate counterclockwise for removal Remove the used o ring and discard it Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispose of according to your local regulations Wipe cle...

Page 70: ...storage capacity Exhaust Filter XX Full Indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF is approaching full Exhaust System Regeneration in Process Indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF is...

Page 71: ...o the exhaust upstream of a catalyst where when vaporized convert smog forming nitrogen oxides NOx into harmless nitrogen N2 and water vapor H2O two natural components of the air we breathe You can op...

Page 72: ...remaining in the tank When the DEF gauge reads 75 add approximately 2 5 gallons 9 5 Liters to fill the DEF tank When the DEF gauge reads 50 add approximately 4 gallons 15 Liters to fill the DEF tank...

Page 73: ...equirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade 5 7L 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6 7L Turbo Diesel Engine In ambient temperatures be...

Page 74: ...ed periods use climatized No 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No 2 diesel fuel with 50 No 1 diesel fuel This will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax plugging of the fuel filters This vehicl...

Page 75: ...Transfer Case NVG 246 Only MOPAR NVG 246 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent Front and Rear Axle Synthetic GL 5 SAE 75W 90 Synthetic MS 9763 or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and...

Page 76: ...ing your vehicle for any of the following dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X Lubricate the front drive shaft fittings 4x4 models only X X X X...

Page 77: ...ect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary X X X X X X Replace the spark plugs X X X Adj...

Page 78: ...000 Miles 52 000 km or 24 Months 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 42 Months 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months 72 000 Miles 117 000...

Page 79: ...itting 4x4 X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends X X X X X X X X X X X X X Replace fuel filter element X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X X X Inspect and adjust parking brake X...

Page 80: ...000 Miles 48 000 km or 24 Months 37 500 Miles 60 000 km or 30 Months 45 000 Miles 72 000 km or 36 Months 52 500 Miles 84 000 km or 42 Months 60 000 Miles 96 000 km or 48 Months 67 500 Miles 108 000 k...

Page 81: ...or Node J04 40 Amp Green Bat ABS Pump J05 30 Amp Pink Bat ABS Valve J06 30 Amp Pink Bat H Lamp Wash MTV CM2200 Elec Vac Pump J07 25 Amp Natural Bat Driver Door Node J08 30 Amp Pink Bat DTCM Axle Locks...

Page 82: ...llow Fr Rr Washer M33 15 Amp Blue Bat NGC EATX PCM M34 15 Amp Blue Bat CCN Interior Light SCM Sw Bank M35 20 Amp Yellow Ign R Frt Seat Vent M36 20 Amp Yellow Ign R Rear Seat Steer Wheel M37 10 Amp Red...

Page 83: ...cle The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s side door opening NOTE Refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD for more i...

Page 84: ...shes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel s protective finish Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Back...

Page 85: ...gine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition...

Page 86: ...become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9...

Page 87: ...mopar com EXTERIOR Chrome Exhaust Tip Chrome Tubular Side Steps Heavy Duty Splash Guards Aluminum Running Boards Front Air Deflector Cold Weather Front End Cover Body Side Moldings Side Window Air De...

Page 88: ...rol Speed Control 23 Cruise Light 23 Customer Assistance 83 Defects Reporting 84 Defroster Rear Window 24 Defroster Windshield 24 Dimmer Control 22 Disarming Theft System 10 Driver Cockpit 4 ECO 41 El...

Page 89: ...30 Oil Change Indicator 52 Oil Change Indicator Reset 52 Oil Pressure Light 51 Oil Engine Capacity 71 Outlet Power 45 Overheating Engine 52 Panic Alarm 8 Pedals Adjustable 18 Phone Pairing 37 Phone U...

Page 90: ...ng 54 Jacking 54 Touch Screen Radio 32 Tow Hooks Emergency 59 Towing 47 24 Hour Towing Assistance 50 Disabled Vehicle 61 Recreational 47 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome 47 Trailer Towing Trailer and...

Page 91: ...minimum If you are drinking don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation Driving after drinking can lead to a collision Your perceptions are...

Page 92: ...erational instructions maintenance procedures and important safety messages please consult your Owner s Manual Navigation Media Center Manuals Multimedia User Manual and other Warning Labels in your v...

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