RAM Trucks 1500, Owner'S Manual

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Driving Condition Load
Turbocharger
Temperature
Idle Time (min.) Before
Engine Shutdown
Stop and Go Empty Cool None
Stop and Go Medium 0.5
Highway Speeds Medium Warm 1.0
City Traffic Maximum GCWR 1.5
Highway Speeds Maximum GCWR 2.0
Uphill Grade Maximum GCWR Hot 2.5
NOTE: Under certain conditions the engine fan will run
after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under
high load and high temperature conditions.
Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission
To reduce the potential for engine and transmission
overheating in high ambient temperature conditions,
take the following actions:
•
City Driving — When stopped, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
•
Highway Driving — Reduce your speed.
•
Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear.
•
Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily.
NOTE:
If the coolant temperature is too high the A/C
will automatically turn off.
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