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Gooseneck Hitch

The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm

which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup

truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted

over the rear axle in the truck bed.

Trailer Hitch Classification

The following chart provides the industry standard for

the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can

tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the

correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.

Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions

Class

Max. Trailer Hitch

Industry Standards

Class I - Light Duty

2,000 lbs (907 kg)

Class II - Medium Duty

3,500 lbs (1 587 kg)

Class III - Heavy Duty

5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)

Class IV - Extra Heavy

Duty

10,000 lbs (4 540 kg)

Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck

Greater than 10,000 lbs

(4 540 kg)

Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum

Trailer Weight Ratings)” for the Maximum Gross

Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given drive-

train.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed

on your vehicle.

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Содержание 2014 2500 Tradesman

Страница 1: ...R a m Tr u c k Chrysler Group LLC O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 4 2014 RAM TRUCK DIESEL 14D241 226 AE Fifth Edition Printed in U S A D i e s e l S u p p l e m e n t ...

Страница 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op tional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Pl...

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Страница 7: ...S SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION 7 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 55 5 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 99 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 125 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

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Страница 9: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC 8 1 ...

Страница 10: ...engine transmission and or exhaust system damage Your vehicle s Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output such as whether or not performance enhancing powertrain components commonly referred to as downloaders power boxes or performance chips have been used This information cannot be erased and will stay in the...

Страница 11: ...THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM 10 How To Use Remote Start 10 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 11 2 ...

Страница 12: ... heat the cylinder air and is normal in cold weather Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Warning Lights in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information on the Wait To Start amber telltale and the pre heat cycle How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed HAZARD sw...

Страница 13: ...ath ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS The diesel engine does not require a break in period due to its construction Normal operation is allowed provid ing the following recommendations are followed Warm up the engine before placing it under load Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging Observe vehicle oil pressure and temp...

Страница 14: ...gine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown under Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts under Maintaining Your Vehicle in this manual NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED 12 THINGS TO KNOW...

Страница 15: ...15 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 16 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 28 EVIC Displays 29 Vehicle Information Customer Information Features 30 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 3 5 Display 31 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 7 Display 45 3 ...

Страница 16: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Страница 17: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 ...

Страница 18: ...stem is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspecte...

Страница 19: ...tion Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and driveability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic Continued CAUTION Continued converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditi...

Страница 20: ...ne DO NOT operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and...

Страница 21: ...ability Control ESC system In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of...

Страница 22: ...he parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 7 High Beam Indicator This indicator sho...

Страница 23: ...e Oil Pressure The pointer should always indicate some oil pressure when the engine is running A continuous high or low reading under normal driving conditions may indicate a lubrication system malfunction Immediate service should be obtained from an authorized dealer If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge the Check Gauges indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound ...

Страница 24: ...uipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can...

Страница 25: ...es or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipmen...

Страница 26: ...ble transmission gear is dis played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC whenever the Electronic Range Select ERS feature is active Use the selector on the shift lever to activate ERS Refer to Automatic Transmis sion in Starting And Operating for further information 20 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Menu The Electronic Vehicle Information Center E...

Страница 27: ...e your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds...

Страница 28: ...urn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing 27 Air Suspension Normal Ride Height Indica...

Страница 29: ...er use refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation If Equipped in Starting And Operating 31 4WD AUTO Indicator Light If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four wheel drive auto mode and the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent to the rear wheels Four wheel drive will be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction For further information o...

Страница 30: ...n Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center If Equipped in the Owner s Manual for further information Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 28 UNDERSTANDING ...

Страница 31: ...Dealer Now Exhaust System Filter XX Full Service Required See Dealer Exhaust System Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX Full Exhaust System Regeneration Completed Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill Soon Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi Refill DEF Engine Will Not Restart Refill DEF Service DEF System See Dealer Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer Engine Will Not Restart in XXX ...

Страница 32: ...ow or DOWN arrow button until Vehicle Info displays in the EVIC Press the RIGHT arrow or LEFT arrow button to scroll through the available Vehicle Information sub menu s to display anyone of the following choices EVIC Steering Wheels Buttons 30 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Страница 33: ...perature Trans Temperature Displays the actual transmission sump temperature Tire Pressure Monitor System Displays the actual tire pressure Oil Life Displays the actual oil life Engine Hours Displays the actual engine hours Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 3 5 Display 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 31 ...

Страница 34: ...eed control is ON For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle Shift Lever Status The highest available transmission gear is displayed in the...

Страница 35: ...erature is running hot This may occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this telltale turns on safely pull over and stop the vehicle Then shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission ...

Страница 36: ...he water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Separator Filters in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Wait To Start Light The Wait To Start telltale will illuminate for approximately two seconds when the ignition is turned to the RUN position It s duration may be longer based on colder operating conditions Vehicle will not...

Страница 37: ...arning Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system If the light stays on or comes on while driving turn off some of the vehicle s non essential electrical devices or increase engine speed if at idle If...

Страница 38: ...ngine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As temperatures rise and the gauge ap proaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold Further overh...

Страница 39: ...fall into several categories Five Second Stored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen Most of the messages of this type are then stored as long as the condition that activated it remains active and can be reviewed from the Messages main menu item As long as there is a store...

Страница 40: ...Beams On EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell tales These telltales include Water In Fuel Indicator Light The Water In Fuel Indicator Light will illumi nate when there is water detected in the fuel filters If this light remains on DO NOT start the vehicle before you drain the water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures ...

Страница 41: ...rtrain Con trol Module PCM The PCM manages engine combus tion to allow the exhaust system s catalyst to trap and burn Particulate Matter PM pollutants with no input or interaction on your part WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your vehicle...

Страница 42: ...ine and exhaust after treatment system to cleanse the filter to remove the trapped PM and restore the system to normal operating condition Exhaust System Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX Full This message indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF is self cleaning Main tain your current driving condition until regeneration is completed Exhaust System Regeneration Completed This mess...

Страница 43: ...will begin displaying warning messages when the DEF level reaches a driving range of approxi mately 500 miles 800 km If the following warning message sequence is ignored your vehicle may not restart unless DEF is added with in the displayed mileage shown in the EVIC message Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill Soon This message will display when DEF driving range is less than 500 mile...

Страница 44: ...EF Low telltale will be illumi nated continuously until DEF fluid tank is filled with a minimum of two gallons of DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Fault Warning Messages There are different messages which are displayed if the vehicle detects that the DEF system has been filled with a fluid other than DEF has experienced component failures or when tampering has been detected When the DEF system needs t...

Страница 45: ...100 miles remaining range will be continuously dis played while operating the vehicle Chimes will also accompany the 75 50 and 25 mile remaining distances We recommend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and have your vehicle serviced immediately Engine Will Not Restart Service DEF System See Dealer This message will display if DEF system issue detected is not serviced during the allowed p...

Страница 46: ...t scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style NOTE Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pressing the brake pedal press the ENGINE START STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ...

Страница 47: ...IGHT arrow button to access the Oil Life screen 4 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select Reset then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life to 100 5 Press and release the Up arrow button to exit the EVIC screen NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this proce...

Страница 48: ...ble Menu Icons 7 Air Suspension Status If Equipped 8 4WD Status 9 Selectable Gauge 2 10 Selectable Gauge 1 11 Selectable Gauge 1 The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu The main display area also displays pop up messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn ing or information messages These pop up messages fall into ...

Страница 49: ...Aborted Door Ajar and Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start Five Second Unstored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this type of mes sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen An example of this message type is Automatic High Beams On EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell tales These tel...

Страница 50: ...F Messages This engine meets all required diesel engine emissions standards To achieve these emissions standards your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art engine and exhaust system These systems are seamlessly integrated into your vehicle and managed by the Powertrain Con trol Module PCM The PCM manages engine combus tion to allow the exhaust system s catalyst to trap and burn Particulate M...

Страница 51: ...yed you will hear one chime to assist in alerting you of this condition By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for up to 20 minutes you can remedy the condition in the particulate filter system and allow your diesel engine and exhaust after treatment system to cleanse the filter to remove the trapped PM and restore the system to normal operating condition Exhaust System Regeneration In P...

Страница 52: ... authorized dealer CAUTION See your authorized dealer as damage to the exhaust system could occur soon with continued operation Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Warning Messages Your vehicle will begin displaying warning messages when the DEF level reaches a driving range of approxi mately 500 miles 800 km If the following warning message sequence is ignored your vehicle may not restart unless DEF is adde...

Страница 53: ...lay when the DEF driving range is less than 1 mile DEF fluid top off is required or the engine will not restart The message will be displayed in the EVIC during vehicle start up and it will be accompanied by a single chime The DEF Low telltale will be illumi nated continuously until DEF fluid tank is filled with a minimum of two gallons of DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Fault Warning Messages There ...

Страница 54: ...isplayed mile age The message will be displayed in the EVIC during vehicle start up with an updated distance mileage and it will be accompanied by a single chime Starting at 100 miles remaining range will be continuously dis played while operating the vehicle Chimes will also accompany the 75 50 and 25 mile remaining distances We recommend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and have your ...

Страница 55: ...ge Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style NOTE Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the following procedure s Vehi...

Страница 56: ...wnward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the Oil Life screen 4 Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one second to access the Oil Life Reset screen 5 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select Yes then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life 6 Press and release the Up arrow button to exit the EVIC ...

Страница 57: ...0 Starting Fluids 61 NORMAL OPERATION 62 Cold Weather Precautions 62 Engine Idling 63 Stopping The Engine 64 Cooling System Tips Automatic Transmission 65 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 66 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 67 Fuel Specifications 68 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements 69 TRAILER TOWING 72 Common Towing Definitions 72 Trailer Hitch Classification 75 4 ...

Страница 58: ...Weight 76 Towing Requirements 77 Towing Tips 87 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID 89 System Overview 89 ADDING FUEL 1500 DIESEL MODELS 90 Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel 93 Bulk Fuel Storage Diesel Fuel 93 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage 94 Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid 94 56 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 59: ...cess to an unlocked vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the trans mission gear selector Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equ...

Страница 60: ...ing of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Turn the key fob to the START position and release when the engine starts If the engine fails to start turn the key fob to the OFF position wait five seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the transmission gear selector in the PARK position Apply...

Страница 61: ...he parking brake 2 Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the ENGINE START STOP button once NOTE A delay of the start of up to five seconds is possible under very cold conditions The Wait to Start telltale will be illuminated during the pre heat process When the engine Wait To Start light goes off the engine will automatically crank CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO...

Страница 62: ...re exten sion cord Its use is recommended for environments that routinely fall below 10 F 23 C It should be used when the vehicle has not been running overnight or longer periods and should be plugged in two hours prior to start Its use is required for cold starts with temperatures under 20 F 28 C NOTE The engine block heater cord is a factory in stalled option If your vehicle is not equipped heat...

Страница 63: ...and lock the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the transmission gear selector Do not leave the key fob in o...

Страница 64: ...th of the cycling operation is controlled by the engine control module Glow plug heater operation can run for several minutes once the heater operation is complete the volt meter needle will stabilize Cold Weather Precautions Operation in ambient temperature below 32 F 0 C may require special considerations The following charts sug gest these options Fuel Operating Range NOTE Use Ultra Low Sulfur ...

Страница 65: ...aintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for the correct engine oil viscosity Engine Warm Up Avoid full throttle operation when the engine is cold When starting a cold engine bring the engine up to operating speed slowly to allow the oil pressure to stabilize as the engine warms up If temperatures are below 32 F 0 C operate the engine at moderate speeds for five minutes before full loads ...

Страница 66: ...engine shutdown 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...

Страница 67: ...re is too high the A C will automatically turn off Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when the light turns on NOTE Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil leve...

Страница 68: ...The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the heater cord to a ground fault interrupter protected 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire exten sion cord Its use is recommended for environments that routinely fall below 10 F 23 C It should be used when the vehicle has not been running for long periods of time and should be ...

Страница 69: ...d Materials specification D 975 Grade S15 will provide good performance If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold below 20 F or 7 C or is required to operate at colder than normal conditions for prolonged 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 WARNING D...

Страница 70: ...of the high energy content and generally lower cost No 2 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuel or No 2 Ultra Low Sulfur climatized diesel fuels NOTE If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline on your diesel vehicle do not start the engine Damage to the engine and fuel system could occur Please call your authorized dealer for service A maximum blend of 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 ...

Страница 71: ... comply with these requirements Refer to the Maintenance Chart in the Maintenance Schedules section for fur ther direction CAUTION Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for vehicles operating on biodiesel blends between 6 and 20 B6 B20 will result in premature engine wear Such wear is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Biodiesel is a fuel produced from renewable resources typ...

Страница 72: ...perature additives Fuel Quality Must Comply With ASTM Standards The quality of Biodiesel fuel may vary widely Only fuel produced by a BQ9000 supplier to the following specifi cations may be blended to meet Biodiesel blend B6 B20 fuel meeting ASTM specification D 7467 Petrodiesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D 975 and Biodiesel fuel B100 meeting ASTM specification D 6751 Fuel Oxidation Stability...

Страница 73: ...ot exceed 8 000 Miles or 6 months which ever comes first Biodiesel Fuel Filter Change Intervals The use of biodiese requires intervals shorter than the outlined 30 000 miles 48 280 km and must not exceed the suggested schedule When operating on biodiesel between 6 and 20 fuel filter replacement intervals must not exceed 20 000 Miles 40 233 km NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change inter val...

Страница 74: ...rs cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting and Operating for further information Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or tem porary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operati...

Страница 75: ...e frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling If ...

Страница 76: ...ow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling stability braking performance and c...

Страница 77: ...g the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Fifth Wheel Gooseneck Greater than 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights ...

Страница 78: ...vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed the maxi mum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of...

Страница 79: ...information Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make ...

Страница 80: ... of control poor performance or dam age to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should...

Страница 81: ...e Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Oper ating for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General ...

Страница 82: ...weighs more than 1 000 lbs 454 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury ...

Страница 83: ...railer Brake Mod ule ITBM for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic EOH trailer brakes NOTE This module has been designed and verified with electric trailer brakes and new electric over hydraulic systems Some previous EOH systems may not be com patible with ITBM Integrated Trailer Brake Module ITBM 1 GAIN Adjustment Button 2 GAIN Adjustment Button 3 Manual Brake Control Lever 4 STARTING AND OPERATI...

Страница 84: ...ion is turned on pressing the GAIN adjustment button or sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light will not be displayed If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated Trailer Brake Module ITBM the Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light will flash GAIN Adjustment Buttons Pressing these buttons will ...

Страница 85: ...ailable the GAIN setting will illuminate and the correct type of trailer must be selected from the EVIC options 4 Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until TRAILER TOW appears on the screen 5 Press the RIGHT arrow on the steering wheel to enter TRAILER TOW 6 Press the UP or DOWN buttons until Trailer Brake Type appears on the screen NOTE 1500 Models Only Light Electric and Heavy Elec...

Страница 86: ...ectric over Hydrau lic Trailer Brakes Load Under 10 000 lbs Above 10 000 lbs Under 10 000 lbs Above 10 000 lbs The suggested selection depends and may change depending on the customer preferences for braking per formance Condition of the trailer brakes driving and road state may also affect the selection EVIC Display Messages The trailer brake control interacts with the Electronic Vehicle Informat...

Страница 87: ...raking There may be a increase in stop ping distance or trailer instability which could result in personal injury NOTE An aftermarket controller may be available for use with trailers with air or electric over hydraulic trailer brake systems To determine the type of brakes on your trailer and the availability of controllers check with your trailer manufacturer or dealer Removal of the ITBM will ca...

Страница 88: ...our and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 86 ...

Страница 89: ...ct TOW HAUL mode or select a lower gear range using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control NOTE Using TOW HAUL mode or selecting a lower gear range using the ERS shift control while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Sev...

Страница 90: ...peed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time shift the trans mission into NEUTRAL and...

Страница 91: ... Fluid DEF is injected into the exhaust upstream of a catalyst where when vaporized it converts smog forming nitrogen oxides NOx into harmless nitrogen N2 and water vapor H2O two natural components of the air we breathe You can operate with the comfort that your vehicle is contributing to a cleaner healthier world environment for this and generations to come System Overview This vehicle is equippe...

Страница 92: ...icle is equipped with a DEF injection system You may occasionally hear an audible clicking noise from under the vehicle at a stop This is normal operation The DEF pump will run for a period of time after engine shutdown to purge the DEF system This is normal operation and may be audible from the rear of the vehicle ADDING FUEL 1500 DIESEL MODELS 1 Open the fuel filler door Diesel Fuel And Diesel E...

Страница 93: ...uel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 4 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door Emergency Fuel Can Refueling Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can 1 Retrieve fuel funnel from the jack kit located under the front passenger seat Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door ...

Страница 94: ...OTE Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door open 3 Pour fuel into funnel opening 4 Remove funnel from filler pipe clean off prior to putting back in the jack kit Fuel Fill Funnel Location 1500 Models Emergency Fuel Fill Location 92 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 95: ... Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause severe damage to the engine fuel system Proper main tenance of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is essential Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Bulk Fuel Storage Diesel Fuel If you store quantities of fuel good maintenance of the stored fuel is also essential Fue...

Страница 96: ...freezing at the lowest temperatures For example DEF may freeze at temperatures at or below 12 F 11 C The system has been designed to operate in this environment NOTE When working with DEF it is important to know that Any containers or parts that come into contact with DEF must be DEF compatible plastic or stainless steel Copper brass aluminum iron or non stainless steel should be avoided as they a...

Страница 97: ...bricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for the correct fluid type 1 Remove cap from DEF tank located on drivers side of the vehicle or in fuel door 2 Insert DEF fill adapter nozzle into DEF tank filler neck DEF Filler Cap And Fuel Fill 1500 2500 3500 Models 1 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location 2 Fuel Fill Location 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 95 ...

Страница 98: ...ge may not reflect the new fill level for several drives CAUTION To avoid DEF spillage and possible damage to the DEF tank from overfilling do not top off the DEF tank after filling DO NOT OVERFILL DEF will freeze below 12ºF 11ºC The DEF system is designed to work in temperatures below the DEF freezing point how ever if the tank is overfilled and freezes the system could be damaged When DEF is spi...

Страница 99: ...njection system to operate properly at temperatures below 12 F 11 C If your vehicle is not in operation for an extended period of time with temperatures below 12 F 11 C the DEF in the tank may freeze If the tank is overfilled and freezes it could be damaged Therefore do not overfill the DEF tank Extra care should be taken when filling with portable containers to avoid overfilling Note the level of...

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Страница 101: ...eparator Filter 105 Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 107 Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel 109 Intervention Regeneration Strategy EVIC Message Process Flow 110 Maintenance Free Batteries 111 Cooling System 112 Charge Air Cooler Inter Cooler 117 Brake System 118 FLUID CAPACITIES 120 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 121 Engine 121 Chassis 124 5 ...

Страница 102: ...TMENT 3 0L DIESEL 1 Air Cleaner Filter 5 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Power Distribution Center PDC 3 Engine Oil Fill 7 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Coolant 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 103: ... impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemical...

Страница 104: ...the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals The best time to check the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been parked overnight When checking oil after operating the engine first ensure the engine is at full operating tem perature then wait for five minutes after engine shut down to check the oil 1 MAX Mark 2 MIN Mark Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ...

Страница 105: ... This fuel will evaporate out under normal operation Never operate the engine with oil level below the MIN mark or above the upper MAX mark Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade CAUTION Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced technol ogy Diesel Engine and an emission device designed to limit Diesel Particulate Emis...

Страница 106: ...Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information The engine oil filter should be changed at every engine oil change Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service sta...

Страница 107: ...r Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter The fuel filter water separator filter housing is located above the rear axle next to the fuel tank The best ...

Страница 108: ...ge If the Water In Fuel Indicator Light comes on and a single chime is heard while you are driving or with the ignition in the ON position there may be a problem with your water separator wiring or sensor See your autho rized dealer for service Upon proper draining of the water from the fuel filter the Water In Fuel Indicator Light will remain illuminated for approximately 10 seconds If the water ...

Страница 109: ...til all water and contami nants have been removed When clean fuel is visible close the drain valve by turning it clockwise and turn the ignition switch to OFF If more than two ounces or 60 milliliters of fuel have been drained follow the directions for Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manu facturer s...

Страница 110: ...for removal Remove the used o ring and discard it 6 Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispose of it according to your local regulations 7 Wipe the sealing surfaces of the lid and housing clean 8 Install a new o ring into the ring groove on the filter housing and lubricate with clean engine oil NOTE WIF Water In Fuel sensor is re usable Service kit comes with new o ring for filt...

Страница 111: ...the in tank fuel pump for approximately 30 seconds Repeat this process twice 3 Start the engine using the Normal Starting proce dure Refer to Starting Procedures in Starting and Operating for further information CAUTION The starter motor will engage for approximately 30 seconds at a time Allow two minutes between cranking intervals NOTE The engine may run rough until the air is forced from all the...

Страница 112: ...ion Strategy EVIC Message Process Flow This engine meets all required diesel engine emissions standards To achieve these emissions standards your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art engine and exhaust system These systems are seamlessly integrated into your vehicle and managed by the Powertrain Con trol Module PCM The PCM manages engine combus tion to allow the exhaust system s catalyst to...

Страница 113: ...is periodic maintenance required 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 posts are marked positive and negative and are identified on the battery case Also if a fast charger is used while the battery is in vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables b...

Страница 114: ...ation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A C condenser if equipped or the back of the radiator core Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating ...

Страница 115: ...ion CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en gine coolant antifreeze or any globally compat ible coolant antifreeze If...

Страница 116: ...40 000 km before replacement To pre vent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 12106 When adding engine co...

Страница 117: ... severe internal engine damage If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local authorized dealer Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types is not recom mended and can result in cooling system damage If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency have a authorized dealer drain flush and refill with OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 as soon as possible Cooling System Pr...

Страница 118: ...r disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Points To Remember NOTE W...

Страница 119: ...on bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze performance poor g...

Страница 120: ... MIN mark The fluid level must be kept within these two marks Do not add fluid above the full mark because leakage may occur at the cap With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake linings wear However an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check should be conducted Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for...

Страница 121: ...longed braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to conta...

Страница 122: ... Gallons 30 3 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3 0 Liter Diesel Engine SAE 5W 30 Synthetic API Certified Low Ash 10 5 Quarts 10 Liters Cooling System 3 0L Turbo Diesel Engine MOPAR Engine Coolant Antifreeze 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology 11 6 Quarts 11 Liters 120 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 123: ...ic Low Ash engine oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS 11106 or Pennzoil Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W 30 motor oil Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Fuel Filters We recommend you use MOPAR Fuel Filter Must meet 3 micron rating Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system li...

Страница 124: ... your diesel engine This vehicle is compatible with biodiesel blends greater than 5 but no greater than 20 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 7467 provided the shortened maintenance intervals are followed as directed Diesel Exhaust Fluid MOPAR Diesel Exhaust Fluid API Certified DEF or equivalent that has been API Certified to the ISO 22241 standard Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 ...

Страница 125: ...into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radia...

Страница 126: ...sfer Case Fluid Front Axle 1500 Four Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use MOPAR GL 5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 85 Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W 140 MS 8985 Limited Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 5 oz 148 ml MOPAR Limited Slip Additive MS 10111 Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DO...

Страница 127: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 126 Maintenance Chart Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel 128 ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE B6 TO B20 BIODIESEL 130 6 ...

Страница 128: ...ssible within the next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further inform...

Страница 129: ...egu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and park brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses Inspect exhaust system...

Страница 130: ...6 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Inspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the front and rear axle fluid If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequ...

Страница 131: ...00 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Inspect transfer case fluid X X X X Additional Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly X X X X X Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace the air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Replace accessory...

Страница 132: ...ur ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE B6 TO B20 BIODIESEL NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 12 875 km or six months which ever comes first when using Biodiesel blends greater than 5 B5 The owner is required to monitor mileage for B6 B20 biodiesel th...

Страница 133: ...00 000 110 000 120 000 130 000 140 000 150 000 Or Years 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 16 000 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional B6 to B20 Maintenance Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly X X X X X X X 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 131 ...

Страница 134: ...and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 132 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...

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Страница 137: ...RODUCTION 137 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 139 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 193 5 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 281 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 329 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

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Страница 139: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC 138 1 ...

Страница 140: ...ake full advantage of the features of this engine NOTE Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine transmission and or exhaust system damage Your vehicle s Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output such as whether or not performance enhancing powertrain components commonly referred to as downloaders powe...

Страница 141: ...THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 140 How To Use Remote Start 140 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 143 2 ...

Страница 142: ...r and is normal operation in cold weather Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Warning Lights in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information on and Wait To Start telltale and pre heat cycle How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed HAZARD switch off BRAKE switch...

Страница 143: ...y in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema turely Remote Start Aborted Door Ajar Remote Start Aborted Hood Ajar Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low Remote Start Aborted System Fault The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the ON RUN position To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within f...

Страница 144: ...TE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle To exit Remote start Mode and Drive the vehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle press and release the unlock button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the door and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System if equipped Then prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle insert th...

Страница 145: ...t System operation refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features System Setup in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS The Cummins turbocharged diesel engine does not require a break in period due to its construction Normal operation is allowed providing the following recommen dations are followed Warm up the engine before placing...

Страница 146: ...e For additional vehicle break in requirements refer to Trailer Towing in Starting And Operating of the Owners Manual Because of the construction of the Cummins turbo charged diesel engine engine run in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow the engine parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first 6 000 miles 10 000 km 144 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 147: ... DESCRIPTIONS 148 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 160 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 161 Vehicle Information Customer Information Features 162 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 3 5 Display 164 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 7 Display 181 3 ...

Страница 148: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Страница 149: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 ...

Страница 150: ...tem is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspected...

Страница 151: ...tion Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and driveability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic Continued CAUTION Continued converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditi...

Страница 152: ...ne DO NOT operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and...

Страница 153: ...bility Control ESC system In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of ...

Страница 154: ...e parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 7 High Beam Indicator This indicator show...

Страница 155: ... Oil Pressure The pointer should always indicate some oil pressure when the engine is running A continuous high or low reading under normal driving conditions may indicate a lubrication system malfunction Immediate service should be obtained from an authorized dealer If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the gauge the Check Gauges indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound 1...

Страница 156: ...uipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can...

Страница 157: ...s or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipment...

Страница 158: ...ble transmission gear is dis played in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC whenever the Electronic Range Select ERS feature is active Use the selector on the shift lever to activate ERS Refer to Automatic Transmission in Starting And Operating for further information 20 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Menu The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EV...

Страница 159: ...miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on mo mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off prev...

Страница 160: ...ll come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position The light should turn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate servic...

Страница 161: ...y locked to gether forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the wheels For further information on four wheel drive operation and proper use refer to Four Wheel Drive Operation If Equipped in Starting And Operating 31 4WD AUTO Indicator Light If Equipped This light alerts the driver that the vehicl...

Страница 162: ...ration If Equipped in Starting And Operating ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Cent...

Страница 163: ...ust Filter Full Power Reduced See Dealer If Equipped Exhaust Service Required See Dealer Now If Equipped Exhaust System Filter XX Full Service Required See Dealer If Equipped Exhaust System Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX Full If Equipped Exhaust System Regeneration Completed If Equipped DEF Low Refill Soon Speed Limited to 5 MPH in XXX mi Refill DEF 5 MPH Max Speed on Restart Long Idle ...

Страница 164: ...ox Service Required See Dealer Vehicle Information Customer Information Features Press and release the UP arrow or DOWN arrow button until Vehicle Info displays in the EVIC Press the RIGHT arrow or LEFT arrow button to scroll through the available Vehicle Information sub menu s to display anyone of the following choices Vehicle Information Sub Menus Battery Voltage Displays the actual battery volt...

Страница 165: ...ture Oil Pressure Displays the actual oil pressure Trans Temperature Displays the actual automatic transmission sump tem perature Engine Hours Displays the total hours of engine operation and the hours in drive and at idle Oil Life Displays the percentage of oil filter life remaining and the miles since the last reset Fuel Filter Life Displays the percentage of fuel filter life remaining and the m...

Страница 166: ...he coolant trans oil temp and oil pressure Oil Temp Displays the actual oil temperature Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 3 5 Display The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of seven sections 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Страница 167: ...ronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle Shift Lever Status The highest available transmission gear is displayed in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC whenever the Electronic Range Select ERS feature is activ...

Страница 168: ...TRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi nated you could cause the fluid to boil over come in contact with h...

Страница 169: ...rain the water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Separator Filters in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Wait To Start Light Diesel Only The Wait To Start telltale will illuminate for approximately two seconds when the ignition is turned to the RUN position It s duration may be longer based on colder operating condition...

Страница 170: ...arning Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system If the light stays on or comes on while driving turn off some of the vehicle s non essential electrical devices or increase engine speed if at idle If...

Страница 171: ...gine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As temperatures rise and the gauge ap proaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold Further overhe...

Страница 172: ...fall into several categories Five Second Stored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen Most of the messages of this type are then stored as long as the condition that activated it remains active and can be reviewed from the Messages main menu item As long as there is a store...

Страница 173: ...water detected in the fuel filters If this light remains on DO NOT start the vehicle before you drain the water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Refer to Mainte nance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Separator Fil ters in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion Wait To Start Light The Wait To Start Light will illuminate when the ignition is turned to the RUN position and the ...

Страница 174: ...temperature is 25 F 32 C and below Coolant Low This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle coolant level is low See Adding Coolant under the section Maintaining Your Vehicle for more information Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages The Cummins diesel engine meets all EPA Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Standards resulting in one of the lowest emitting diesel engines ever produced To ac...

Страница 175: ...vice message is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to have the emissions maintenance performed Emissions mainte nance may include replacing the Closed Crankcase Ventilation CCV filter element The procedure for clearing and resetting the Perform Service indicator message is located in the appropriate Service Informa tion Exhaust System Regeneration Required Now Exhaust Filter XX Full Safely Driv...

Страница 176: ...aning is completed If this message is displayed you will hear one chime to assist in alerting you of this condition Exhaust Service Required See Dealer Now This messages indicates regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunction At this point the engine Powertrain Control Module PCM will register a fault code the instrument panel will display a MIL light CAUTION See your authorized deale...

Страница 177: ... to refill the tank when this message is initially displayed on pickup applications and approximately 7 gallons 28 Liters are required on chassis cab applications Speed Limited to 5 MPH in XXX mi Refill DEF This message will continuously display if the DEF Low Refill Soon message is ignored and the fre quency of occurance of the chime will increase unless up to 2 gallons 7 5 Liters of DEF is added...

Страница 178: ...F has experienced component failures or when tampering has been detected The vehicle may be limited to a maximum speed of 5 MPH 8 km H if the DEF system is not serviced within less than 200 miles 322 km of the fault being detected When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following warnings will display Service DEF System See Dealer This message will display when the fault is initially detected...

Страница 179: ...n the mileage counter reaches zero and will be accompanied by a periodic chime The vehicle will only be capable of a maximum speed of 5 MPH upon the first of the following conditions to occur If the vehicle is shutoff and restarted If the vehicle is idled for an extended period of time approximately one hour or greater If the system detects that the level of fuel in the tank has increased 5 MPH Ma...

Страница 180: ...menu When this message appears dealers should replace both frame mounted and engine mounted fuel filters NOTE Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pressing the brake pedal press the ENGINE START STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to s...

Страница 181: ...reset If necessary repeat this procedure Oil Life Reset Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interv...

Страница 182: ...to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the Oil Life screen 4 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to select Reset then press and release the Right arrow button to select reset of the Oil Life to 100 5 Press and release the Up arrow butto...

Страница 183: ...d for critical warnings and white for on demand information 2 Audio Phone Information and Sub menu Information Whenever there are sub menus available the posi tion within the sub menus is shown here 3 Selectable Information Compass Temp Range to Empty Trip A Trip B Average MPG Trailer Trip distance only Trailer Brake Gain 4 Telltales Indicators 5 Shift Lever Status PRNDL 6 Selectable Menu Icons 7 ...

Страница 184: ... menu item As long as there is a stored message an i will be displayed in the EVIC s compass outside temp line Examples of this message type are Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out and Low Tire Pressure Unstored Messages This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the condition that activated the message is cleared Examples of this message type are Turn Signal On if a turn signal is left on ...

Страница 185: ...rocedures Draining Fuel Water Separator Filters in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Wait To Start Light The Wait To Start telltale will illuminate for approximately two seconds when the ignition is turned to the RUN position It s duration may be longer based on colder operating conditions Vehicle will not initiate start until telltale is out Refer to Starting Proce dures in Startin...

Страница 186: ...temperature is 25 F 32 C and below Coolant Low This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle coolant level is low See Adding Coolant under the section Maintaining Your Vehicle for more information Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages The Cummins diesel engine meets all EPA Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Standards resulting in one of the lowest emitting diesel engines ever produced To ac...

Страница 187: ...ce message is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to have the emissions maintenance performed Emissions mainte nance may include replacing the Closed Crankcase Ventilation CCV filter element The procedure for clearing and resetting the Perform Service indicator message is located in the appropriate Service Informa tion Exhaust System Regeneration Required Now Exhaust Filter XX Full Safely Drive ...

Страница 188: ...ning is completed If this message is displayed you will hear one chime to assist in alerting you of this condition Exhaust Service Required See Dealer Now This messages indicates regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunction At this point the engine Powertrain Control Module PCM will register a fault code the instrument panel will display a MIL light CAUTION See your authorized dealer...

Страница 189: ... to refill the tank when this message is initially displayed on pickup applications and approximately 7 gallons 28 Liters are required on chassis cab applications Speed Limited to 5 MPH in XXX mi Refill DEF This message will continuously display if the DEF Low Refill Soon message is ignored and the fre quency of occurance of the chime will increase unless up to 2 gallons 7 5 Liters of DEF is added...

Страница 190: ... with a fluid other than DEF has experienced component fail ures or when tampering has been detected The vehicle may be limited to a maximum speed of 5 MPH 8 km H if the DEF system is not serviced within less than 200 miles 322 km of the fault being detected When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following warnings will display Service DEF System See Dealer This message will display when the...

Страница 191: ...l continu ously display when the mileage counter reaches zero and will be accompanied by a periodic chime The vehicle will only be capable of a maximum speed of 5 MPH upon the first of the following conditions to occur If the vehicle is shutoff and restarted If the vehicle is idled for an extended period of time approximately one hour or greater If the system detects that the level of fuel in the ...

Страница 192: ...frame mounted and engine mounted fuel filters NOTE Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pressing the brake pedal press the ENGINE START STOP button and place the ignition in the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Pres...

Страница 193: ...ow button to reset the Fuel Filter Life 7 Press and release the Up arrow button to exit the EVIC screen once the Fuel Filter Life is 100 NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Oil Life Reset Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required messag...

Страница 194: ...to exit the EVIC screen Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pressing the brake pedal cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the Oil Life screen 4 Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for one second to acce...

Страница 195: ...re Above 66 F 19 C 202 Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0 F To 66 F 18 C to 19 C 203 Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0 F 18 C 205 Starting Fluids 206 NORMAL OPERATION DIESEL ENGINE 208 Cold Weather Precautions 208 Engine Idling 211 Stopping The Engine 212 Idle Shutdown 214 Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed Chassis Cab Only 214 Operating Precautions 214 C...

Страница 196: ...quipped 222 MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 233 Shifting 234 Downshifting 236 Reverse Shifting 237 POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION IF EQUIPPED CHASSIS CAB ONLY 238 Stationary Mode 238 Mobile Mode 240 Power Take Off Aftermarket Installation 241 ENGINE RUNAWAY 241 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 242 Fuel Specifications 243 Bio Diesel Fuel Requirements 244 ADDING FUEL 2500 3500 DIESEL MODELS 247 ADDING FUEL CHASSIS CAB M...

Страница 197: ... Diesel Exhaust Fluid 252 TRAILER TOWING 255 Common Towing Definitions 256 Trailer Hitch Classification 258 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 259 Trailer And Tongue Weight 259 Towing Requirements 260 Towing Tips 270 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID 272 System Overview 272 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 195 ...

Страница 198: ...ion remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the transmission gea...

Страница 199: ...ch briefly to the START position and release it The starter motor will continue to run but will automatically disen gage when the engine is running Keyless Enter N Go If Equipped This feature allows the driver to oper ate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Start Keyless Enter N Go Key Fob is in the passenger compartment Normal Starting Using The ENGINE START STOP B...

Страница 200: ...Engine Using ENGINE START STOP Button 1 Place the shift lever gear selector in PARK then press and release the ENGINE START STOP button 2 The ignition switch will return to the OFF position 3 If the shift lever gear selector is not in PARK the ENGINE START STOP button must be held for two seconds or three short presses in a row with the vehicle speed above 5 mph 8 km h before the engine will shut ...

Страница 201: ... 2 Press the ENGINE START STOP button once to change the ignition to the ACC position 3 Press the ENGINE START STOP button a second time to change the ignition to the RUN position 4 Press the ENGINE START STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position Keyless Enter N Go Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0 F To 66 F 18 C to 19 C NOTE The temperature displayed i...

Страница 202: ...Start time period Its length will decrease until it disappears when the Wait to Start time has elapsed CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NOT START engine before you drain the water from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Sepa rator Filter in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fur ther information 4 After the engine Wait To...

Страница 203: ...To Start Light goes out reset the grid heaters by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then back ON Repeat steps 1 through 7 of Keyless Enter N Go Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 66 F 19 C Extreme Cold Weather The Cummins diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and operation The engin...

Страница 204: ...l and shift into NEUTRAL 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and watch the instrument panel cluster lights CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NOT START the engine before you drain the water from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Sepa rator Filter in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fur ther information 4 Turn t...

Страница 205: ...ating the intake manifold heater system is active Follow the steps in the Normal Starting procedure except 1 The Wait To Start telltale will remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the engine temperature 2 While the Wait To Start telltale is on the EVIC will additionally display a gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full Wait To Start time period Its length will decrea...

Страница 206: ...ncrease to 1 000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm up Automatic equipped vehicles with optional Keyless Enter N Go If the start button is pushed once while in park with the ignition off and driver s foot on the brake pedal the vehicle will automatically crank and start after the Wait to Start time has elapsed If it is desired to ab...

Страница 207: ...al engine run time may be required to maintain battery state of charge at a satisfactory level 1 If the engine stalls after the initial start the ignition must be turned to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then to the ON position to recycle the manifold heaters NOTE Excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor mance will result if manifold heaters are not recycled 2 Heat generated by...

Страница 208: ...ing Your Vehicle for further information If the engine stalls or if the ignition switch is left ON for more than two minutes after the Wait To Start telltale goes out reset the grid heaters by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then back ON Repeat steps 1 through 5 of Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Tempera ture Below 66 F 19 C Starting Fluids WARN...

Страница 209: ...tinued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the transmission gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in...

Страница 210: ...ntrolled by the engine control module Post heat operation can run for several minutes and then the electrical system and voltmeter needle will stabilize The cycling action will cause temporary dimming of the headlamps interior lamps and also a noticeable reduc tion in blower motor speed Cold Weather Precautions Operation in ambient temperature below 32 F 0 C may require special considerations The ...

Страница 211: ...ins diesel engine However if seasonably adjusted fuel is not available and you are operating below 20 F 6 C Mopar Premium Diesel Fuel Treatment or equiva lent may be beneficial to avoid fuel gelling Engine Oil Usage Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for the correct engine oil viscosity Winter Front Usage A winter front or cold weather cover is to be used in ambient temper...

Страница 212: ... is cold When starting a cold engine bring the engine up to operating speed slowly to allow the oil pressure to stabilize as the engine warms up NOTE High speed no load running of a cold engine can result in excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor mance No load engine speeds should be kept under 1 200 RPM during the warm up period especially in cold ambient temperature conditions Your vehicle...

Страница 213: ... low that the fuel may not burn completely Incomplete combustion allows carbon and varnish to form on piston rings engine valves and injector nozzles Also the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to the engine If the engine is allowed to idle under some conditions the idle speed may increase to 900 RPM then return to normal idle speed This is normal operati...

Страница 214: ...le speed will increase to approximately 1500 RPM To decrease the RPM press and hold the DECEL switch and the idle speed will decrease to approxi mately 1100 RPM 3 To cancel the Idle Up feature either press the CAN CEL switch press the ON OFF switch or press the brake pedal Stopping The Engine Idle the engine a few minutes before routine shutdown After full load operation idle the engine three to f...

Страница 215: ... recommends performing engine shut down with the clutch pedal pushed to the floor clutch disengaged When engine shut down is performed in this manner the rattle is reduced not eliminated Refer to the following chart for proper engine shut down Driving Condition Load Turbo charger Tempera ture Idle Time min Before Engine Shutdown Stop and Go Empty Cool Less than One Stop and Go Medium One Highway S...

Страница 216: ...eed to a value greater than what the vehicle tires are rated for Operating Precautions Avoid Overheating The Engine The temperature of the engine coolant antifreeze a mixture of 50 ethylene glycol and 50 water must not exceed the normal range of the temperature gauge 240 F 116 C with a 16 psi 110 kPa radiator cap Usually the engine coolant antifreeze temperature indi cated during operation will be...

Страница 217: ...r speed Up Steep Hills Select a lower transmission gear Air Conditioning Turn it off temporarily Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure When the engine is at normal operating temperature the minimum oil pressures required are Idle 700 to 800 RPM 10 psi 69 kPa Full speed and load 30 psi 207 kPa CAUTION If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings shut the engine off immediately Failu...

Страница 218: ...CK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the heater cord to a ground fault interrupter protected 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire exten sion cord The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood to the right side and can be located just behind the grille near the headlamp NOTE The engine b...

Страница 219: ... braking fea ture is to supply negative braking torque from the engine Typically the engine braking is used for but not limited to vehicle towing applications where vehicle braking can be achieved by the internal engine power thereby sparing the mechanical brakes of the vehicle Benefits of the exhaust brake are vehicle driving control reduced brake fade longer brake life faster cab warm up The exh...

Страница 220: ...led to increase brake performance CAUTION Use of aftermarket exhaust brakes is not recom mended and could lead to engine damage WARNING Do not use the exhaust brake feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident possi bly resul...

Страница 221: ...intended to main tain vehicle speed while Full Exhaust Brake is intended to reduce vehicle speed Automatic Exhaust Brake can be enabled by pushing the exhaust brake button again anytime after the normal Full Exhaust Brake has been turned on The Exhaust Brake Indicator in the EVIC will change from Yellow to Green when Automatic Exhaust Brake is enabled Pushing the exhaust brake button again will to...

Страница 222: ...ntinued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove the key fob When the ignition is in the LOCK OFF key removal position the transmission is locked in PARK se curing t...

Страница 223: ...nd hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK OFF key removal position The key fob can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK OFF position and the transmission is locked in PARK w...

Страница 224: ...hen shifting out of PARK The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is release...

Страница 225: ...ace you may shift the transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi cult to move the shift lever out of PARK As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an up...

Страница 226: ...into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove th...

Страница 227: ...Go in the ACC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK OFF position to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range ...

Страница 228: ...ing The engine may be started in this range Apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coa...

Страница 229: ...and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shift ing and heat buildup If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat ing limits the powertrain controller will modify the transmission shift schedule and expand the range of torque converter clutch engagement This is done to prevent transmission damage due to overheating If the transmission becomes extremely hot or is in danger of over...

Страница 230: ... to third gear only During this condition the ability of the vehicle to accelerate under heavily loaded conditions may be re duced In all cases normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission ...

Страница 231: ...nsmission cannot be reset authorized dealer service is required Electronic Range Select ERS Operation The Electronic Range Select ERS shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear when the transmission is in DRIVE For example if you shift the transmission into 4 fourth gear the transmission will not shift above fourth gear but will shift through the lower gears normally You c...

Страница 232: ...ld lose their grip and the vehicle could skid causing a collision or personal injury Screen Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 D Actual Gear s Allowed 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 6 NOTE To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration engine braking simply press and hold the ERS switch The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down Column Shift Lever 230 STARTING A...

Страница 233: ... engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera ture The vehicle speed is sufficiently high The driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator When To Use TOW HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas towing a trailer carrying a heavy load etc and frequent transmission shifting oc curs press the TOW HAUL switch to activate TOW HAUL mode This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transm...

Страница 234: ...could cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which could cause an accident possi bly resulting in personal injury or death Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle A clutch within the torque converter engages automati cally at calibrated speeds...

Страница 235: ...nto gear may seem sluggish This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission The torque converter will refill within five seconds after starting the engine MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parki...

Страница 236: ...s transmission has a creeper first gear which should be used to start from a standing position when carrying a payload or towing a trailer Damage to the clutch can result from starting in second or third gear with a loaded vehicle An unloaded vehicle may be launched in second gear Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear NOTE When loaded pulling a trailer or on a grade the truck should ...

Страница 237: ...ded shift speed chart Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration When heavily loaded or pulling a trailer these recommended up shift speeds may not apply Maximum Recommended Up Shift Speeds Gear Selection 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 Maximum Speed 7 mph 11 km h 15 mph 24 km h 25 mph 40 km h 40 mph 64 km h 45 mph 72 km h 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 ...

Страница 238: ...dditional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid CAUTION When descending a hill be very careful to downshift one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage and or clutch disc damage even if the clutch pedal is pressed Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds CAUTION Failure to follow the recommended dow...

Страница 239: ...tch pedal is held pressed i e not released Reverse Shifting To shift into REVERSE R bring the vehicle to a com plete stop Press the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to stop rotating Beginning from the NEUTRAL N position move the shift lever in one quick smooth motion straight across and into the REVERSE R area the driver will feel a firm click as the shifter passes the knock over C...

Страница 240: ...n the EVIC screen and select mobile PTO mode Details of the PTO selection modes and further PTO information is available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders web site www rambodybuilder com AS69RC Six Speed Automatic Transmission Only The PTO drive gear part of the AS69RC operates at torque converter turbine speed The turbine speed will be less than engine speed when the torque converter clutch is not en...

Страница 241: ...o disengage PTO operation and return to standard vehicle operation simply toggle the PTO switch to the OFF position The torque converter clutch TCC will automatically engage at engine speeds above 1 200 RPM engine speed in PTO stationary mode Once engaged the TCC will remain applied and will not disengage until the engine speed falls below 1 000 RPM TCC engagement is desir able for certain types o...

Страница 242: ... must not be applied No vehicle brake or clutch switch faults present Vehicle engine must be running PTO must be correctly installed using the vehicle provided circuits The customer may choose to use the PTO while the vehicle is moving To do so the PTO function must be activated prior to taking the vehicle out of PARK This is accomplished by activating the upfitter provided PTO on off switch At th...

Страница 243: ...ay is a rare condition affecting diesel engines where the engine consumes its own lubrication oil and runs at higher and higher RPM until it overspeeds to a point where it destroys itself due to either mechani cal failure or engine seizure through lack of lubrication WARNING In case of engine runaway due to flammable fumes from fuel spills or turbocharger oil leaks being sucked into the engine do ...

Страница 244: ...or prolonged 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 WARNING Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent They can be unstable under certain conditions and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel Diesel fuel is seldom completely fre...

Страница 245: ...If you accidentally fill the fuel tank with gasoline on your diesel vehicle Do not start the vehicle If you restart your vehicle you risk damage the engine and fuel system Please call your local dealer for service A maximum blend of 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 may be used with your Cummins diesel engine Chassis Cab models not configured with B20 capability A maximum blend of 20 bi...

Страница 246: ...with these requirements Failure to comply with Oil Change require ments for vehicles operating on biodiesel blends up to B20 will result in premature engine wear Such wear is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Biodiesel is a fuel produced from renewable resources typically derived from animal fat rapeseed oil Rapeseed Methyl Ester RME base or soybean oil Soy Methyl Ester SME or SOME b...

Страница 247: ...tection against fuel oxidation for up to six months Fuel Water Separation Must Use MOPAR Cummins Approved Fuel Filter Elements You must use MOPAR Cummins approved fuel filter elements in both your engine mounted filter and frame mounted filter Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water accelerates microbial growth Your MOPAR Cummins filtration system is designed to provide adequate f...

Страница 248: ...sage CAUTION Under no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km pickup or 12 500 miles 20 000 km chassis cab if operation occurs with greater than 5 biodiesel blends Oil change intervals should not exceed 6 months in either case Failure to comply with these Oil Change requirements for vehicles operating on biodiesel blends up to B20 may result in premature engine wea...

Страница 249: ...filler pipe the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel ing 3 Fill the vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 4 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door Emergency Fuel Can Refueling Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can Diesel Fuel And Dies...

Страница 250: ...om the jack kit located under the front passenger seat 2 Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door Fuel Fill Funnel Location 2500 3500 Models 248 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 251: ... smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place fuel contain...

Страница 252: ...cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled WARNING A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is on a truck bed You could be burned Always place fuel containers on the ground while filling Fuel Filler Cap If the fuel filler cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle CAUTION Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys tem co...

Страница 253: ...maintenance of the stored fuel is also essential Fuel contaminated with water will promote the growth of microbes These microbes form slime that will clog the fuel filtration system and lines Drain condensation from the supply tank and change the line filter on a regular basis NOTE When a diesel engine is allowed to run out of fuel air is pulled into the fuel system If the vehicle will not start r...

Страница 254: ...er brass aluminum iron or non stainless steel should be avoided as they are subject to corrosion by DEF If DEF is spilled it should be wiped up completely Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid The DEF gauge located on the instrument cluster will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank Refer to Instrument Cluster and Instrument Cluster Descrip tions in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further i...

Страница 255: ...luid Fill Location 2 Diesel Fuel Fill Location 2 Insert DEF fill adapter nozzle into DEF tank filler neck DEF Filler Cap Chassis Cab Models DEF Filler Cap And Fuel Fill 1500 2500 3500 Models 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 ...

Страница 256: ...freezing point how ever if the tank is overfilled and freezes the system could be damaged When DEF is spilled clean the area immediately with water and use an absorbent material to soak up the spills on the ground Do not attempt to start your engine if DEF is accidentally added to the diesel fuel tank as it can result in severe damage to your engine including but not limited to failure of the fuel...

Страница 257: ... Therefore do not overfill the DEF tank Extra care should be taken when filling with portable containers to avoid overfilling Note the level of the DEF gauge in your instrument cluster On pickup applica tions you may safely add a maximum of 2 gallons of DEF from portable containers when your DEF gauge is read ing full On Chassis Cab applications a maximum of 2 gallons may be added when the DEF gau...

Страница 258: ...ration condition The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Dist...

Страница 259: ...ler Sway Control TSC recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies individual wheel brakes and or reduces engine power to attempt to eliminate the trailer sway Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle These kinds of hitches are the most popular on the ma...

Страница 260: ... ible with Surge Brake Couplers Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec reational Vehicle dealer for additional information Fifth Wheel Hitch The fifth wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed It connects a vehicle and fifth wheel trailer with a coupling king pin Gooseneck Hitch The goosene...

Страница 261: ... Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings NOTE For additional trailer towing information maxi mum trailer weight ratings refer to the following website addresses ramtrucks com en towing_guide ramtruck ca Canada rambodybuilder com Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced ...

Страница 262: ...factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to Tire Safety Information Tire and Loading In formation Placard in Starting and Operating for fur ther information Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at...

Страница 263: ...hen trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and have a collision When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not overload your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or dam age to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis struc...

Страница 264: ...o tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Oper ating for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a t...

Страница 265: ...n brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is require...

Страница 266: ...aulic EOH trailer brakes NOTE This module has been designed and verified with electric trailer brakes and new electric over hydraulic systems Some previous EOH systems may not be com patible with ITBM Integrated Trailer Brake Module ITBM 1 GAIN Adjustment Button 2 GAIN Adjustment Button 3 Manual Brake Control Lever 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Страница 267: ...on is turned on pressing the GAIN adjustment button or sliding the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting for 10 seconds and the Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light will not be displayed If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated Trailer Brake Module ITBM the Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light will flash GAIN Adjustment Buttons Pressing these buttons will a...

Страница 268: ...ailable the GAIN setting will illuminate and the correct type of trailer must be selected from the EVIC options 4 Press the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until TRAILER TOW appears on the screen 5 Press the RIGHT arrow on the steering wheel to enter TRAILER TOW 6 Press the UP or DOWN buttons until Trailer Brake Type appears on the screen NOTE 1500 Models Only Light Electric and Heavy Elec...

Страница 269: ...tric over Hydrau lic Trailer Brakes Load Under 10 000 lbs Above 10 000 lbs Under 10 000 lbs Above 10 000 lbs The suggested selection depends and may change depending on the customer preferences for braking per formance Condition of the trailer brakes driving and road state may also affect the selection EVIC Display Messages The trailer brake control interacts with the Electronic Vehicle Informatio...

Страница 270: ...braking There may be a increase in stop ping distance or trailer instability which could result in personal injury NOTE An aftermarket controller may be available for use with trailers with air or electric over hydraulic trailer brake systems To determine the type of brakes on your trailer and the availability of controllers check with your trailer manufacturer or dealer Removal of the ITBM will c...

Страница 271: ...r and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 4 STA...

Страница 272: ...ct TOW HAUL mode or select a lower gear range using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control NOTE Using TOW HAUL mode or selecting a lower gear range using the ERS shift control while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Sev...

Страница 273: ...atic transmission overheat ing activate TOW HAUL mode when driving in hilly areas or select a lower gear range using the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control on more severe grades Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruisin...

Страница 274: ...y The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx oxides of nitrogen emitted from engines that are harm ful to our health and the environment to a near zero level Small quantities of Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is injected into the exhaust upstream of a catalyst where when vaporized it converts smog forming nitrogen oxides NOx into harmless nitrogen N2 and water vapor H2O two natural compone...

Страница 275: ...uirements while maintaining outstanding fuel economy drivability torque and power ratings Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for system messages and warnings NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a DEF injection system You may occasionally hear an audible clicking noise This is normal operation The DEF pump will run for a period of time after en...

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Страница 277: ...WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS JUMP STARTING 276 With Portable Starting Unit 279 5 ...

Страница 278: ...ssary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle s engine because its batteries are discharged the following procedure should be used Set the parking brake and place an automatic transmis sion in PARK or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission Turn off lights heater and other electrical loads Observe charge indicator if equipped in both batteries If the indicator if equipped is light...

Страница 279: ...of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery WARNING Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result Jump Starting Location 1 Discharged Battery 2 Booster Battery 5 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 ...

Страница 280: ...mpt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode The battery temperature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting to jump start 3 Take care that the clamps from one cable do not inadvertently touch clamps from the other cable Do not lean over the battery when making connection The negative connection must provide good electrical conductivity and current carrying capa...

Страница 281: ...tem of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle With Portable Starting Unit There are many types of these units available Follow the manufacturer s instructions for necessary precautions and operation CAUTION It is very important that the starting unit operating voltage does not exceed 12 Volts DC or damage to battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur 5 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGEN...

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Страница 283: ...er Filter 290 Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter 294 Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 296 Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 298 Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel 300 Intervention Regeneration Strategy EVIC Message Process Flow 301 Diesel Exhaust Fluid 302 Maintenance Free Batteries 303 Cooling System 304 Charge Air Cooler Inter Cooler 309 Brake System 310 Clutch Hydraulic S...

Страница 284: ...If Equipped 312 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 313 Noise Control System Required Maintenance Warranty 316 FLUID CAPACITIES 322 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 323 Engine 323 Chassis 326 282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 285: ...eservoir 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Power Distribution Center 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Battery 11 Engine Oil Fill 6 Aux Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 ...

Страница 286: ...Fluid Reservoir 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Power Distribution Center 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Battery 11 Engine Oil Fill 6 Aux Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter 284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 287: ... impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemical...

Страница 288: ...ore starting the engine after it has been parked overnight When checking oil after operating the engine first ensure the engine is at full operating tem perature then wait for 30 minutes after engine shutdown to check the oil Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Add oil Engine Oil Dipstick 1 ADD Range 2 Full Mark 3 SAFE Range 286...

Страница 289: ...operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API CJ 4 certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Use MOPAR or an equivalent oil meeting Chrysler Material Standard MS 10902 Products meeting Cummins CES 20081 may also be used The identification of these engine oils are typically located on the back of the oil container American Petroleum Institute API Eng...

Страница 290: ...m mend you use SAE 15W 40 engine oil such as MOPAR Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets Chrysler Material Standard MS 10902 and the API CJ 4 engine oil category is required Products meeting Cummins CES 20081 may also be used The identification of these engine oils is typically located on the back of the oil container In ambient temperatures below 0 F 18 C SAE 5W 40 we recommend you use synthe...

Страница 291: ...synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil quality requirements are met and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added To Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad dition of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental a...

Страница 292: ...s WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc provides a measure of protection Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compart ment before starting the vehicle with the air induc tion system air cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal...

Страница 293: ...ILTER message is displayed If the vehicle experiences a sudden loss of engine power while being driven in heavy snow or rain or when plowing snow and or the SERVICE AIR FILTER mes sage is displayed on the EVIC along with a chime that repeats every 60 seconds visually inspect the air filter for snow ice build up or extreme water saturation If the air filter is not damaged remove all snow ice and re...

Страница 294: ...ng the engine Use of such filters can severely damage your engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement Inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and or debris if you find evidence of either dirt or debris you should change your air cleaner filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1 Remove the screws from the air cleaner cover Air Cleaner Filter Cover 1 Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 Air C...

Страница 295: ...filter 3 Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air Cleaner Cover 2 Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Filter 1 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Surface 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 ...

Страница 296: ...om under the hood The second one is on the under body located in front of the rear axle above the drive shaft on pick up models The Chassis Cab models second filter location is on the frame behind the front axle The best access to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle CAUTION Do not drain the fuel water separator filters when the engine is running Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving...

Страница 297: ...hicle Used fluids indiscriminately dis carded can present a problem to the environment Con tact an authorized dealer service station or government agency for advice on recycling programs and for where used fluids and filters can be properly disposed of in your area Drain the fuel water separator filters when the Water In Fuel Indicator Light is ON Within 10 minutes of vehicle shutdown turn the eng...

Страница 298: ...e manufactur er s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability The engine mounted filter housing is equipped with a No Filter No Run NFNR feature Engine will not run if 1 No filter is installed 2 Inferior Non approved filter is used Use of OEM filter is required to ensure vehicle will run Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Assembly 1 Drain Valve 296 MAI...

Страница 299: ...e ap proved container 4 Close the water drain valve 5 Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench Rotate counterclockwise for removal Remove used o ring and discard it 6 Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispose of according to your local regulations 7 Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the lid and housing 8 Install new o ring back into ring groove on the filter housing and lubri...

Страница 300: ...ere are no leaks Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufactur er s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability The underbody mounted filter housing will cause the engine not to run if 1 No filter is installed Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Assembly 1 Drain Valve 2 WIF Sensor 298 MAINTAINING...

Страница 301: ... water drain valve 1 full turn counterclock wise and completely drain fuel and water into the approved container 4 Close the water drain valve 5 Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench Rotate counterclockwise for removal Remove used o ring and discard it 6 Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispose of according to your local regulations 7 Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the...

Страница 302: ...s will activate in tank fuel pump for approximately 15 seconds Repeat this process twice 3 Start the engine using the Normal Starting proce dure Refer to Starting Procedures in Starting and Operating for further information CAUTION Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 seconds at a time Allow two minutes between the cranking intervals NOTE The engine may run rough until the air is force...

Страница 303: ...osion or damage Ethanol blends are not recommended or approved for use with your Cummins diesel engine In addition commercially available fuel additives are not necessary for the proper operation of your Cum mins diesel engine Intervention Regeneration Strategy EVIC Message Process Flow The Cummins diesel engine meets all EPA Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Standards resulting in one of the low...

Страница 304: ...your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF sometimes known simply by the name of its active component UREA is a key component of selective catalytic reduction SCR systems which help diesel vehicles meet stringent emission regu lations DEF is a liquid reducing agent that reacts with engine exhaust in the presence ...

Страница 305: ...ast charger is used while the battery is in vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Always wash hands after handling the battery Battery Blanket Usage A battery loses 60 of its cranking power as the batter...

Страница 306: ...ation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A C condenser if equipped or the back of the radiator core Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating ...

Страница 307: ...ion CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en gine coolant antifreeze or any globally compat ible coolant antifreeze If...

Страница 308: ...40 000 km before replacement To pre vent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 12106 When adding engine co...

Страница 309: ... severe internal engine damage If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local authorized dealer Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types is not recom mended and can result in cooling system damage If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency have a authorized dealer drain flush and refill with OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 as soon as possible Cooling System Pr...

Страница 310: ...r disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Points To Remember NOTE W...

Страница 311: ...ine which contains aluminum compo nents Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs...

Страница 312: ...d Level Check The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing under the hood service or immedi ately if the Brake System Warning Light indicates system failure The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic reservoir On the outboard side of the reservoir there is a MAX mark and a MIN mark The fluid level must be kept within these two marks Do not add fluid above the f...

Страница 313: ...oisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro longed braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Overfilling the br...

Страница 314: ...vals Selection of Lubricant Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fluid specifications Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the filler plug hole with the vehicle in a level position Manual Transmission If Equipped Selection of Lubricant Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genu...

Страница 315: ...ricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder and will require more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for fluid specifica tions Special Additives The manufacturer strongly recommends against us...

Страница 316: ... transmission sump temperature in the EVIC display see Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC for further information Use the following procedure to check the transmission fluid level properly 1 Monitor the transmission temperature using the EVIC display and operate the vehicle as required to reach the normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on level ground 3 Run the engine at normal i...

Страница 317: ... wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level NOTE If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature the fluid level should be between the two COLD lower holes on the dipstick with the fluid at 60 70 F 16 21 C for 68RFE transmis sion or 68 86 F 20 30 C for AS69RC transmission Only use the COLD region of ...

Страница 318: ...d with water etc or if the trans mission is disassembled for any reason Noise Control System Required Maintenance Warranty All vehicles built over 10 000 lbs 4 535 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in the United States are required to comply with the Federal Government s Exterior Noise Regulations These vehicles can be identified by the Noise Emission Control Label l...

Страница 319: ...g to the air cleaner for tightness The air filter element must also be clean and serviced according to the instructions out lined in the Maintenance Schedule section of this manual Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 the removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replac...

Страница 320: ... manufacturer s control with all applicable U S EPA Noise Control Regu lations This warranty covers this vehicle as designed built and equipped by the manufacturer and is not limited to any particular part component or system of the vehicle manufactured by the manufacturer Defects in design assembly or in any part component or system of the vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer which at the ...

Страница 321: ...ay Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed MILES 7 500 15 000 22 500 30 000 37 500 45 000 52 500 60 000 KILOME TERS 12 000 24 000 36 000 48 000 60 000 72 000 84 000 96 000 Exhaust system inspect Air cleaner assembly inspect ODOM ETER READING 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 ...

Страница 322: ... mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed PER FORMED BY PER FORMED AT MILES 67 500 75 000 82 500 90 000 97 500 105 000 112 500 120 000 KILOME TERS 108 000 120 000 132 000 144 000 156 000 168 000 180 000 192 000 Exhaust system inspect 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 323: ...e Chart and Service Log Insert Month Day Year under column mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed Air cleaner assembly inspect ODOM ETER READING PER FORMED BY PER FORMED AT 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 ...

Страница 324: ...9 Liters 2500 3500 Crew Cab Longbed Models 32 Gallons 132 Liters Standard Rear Tank Chassis Cab Only 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship Tank Chassis Cab Only 22 Gallons 83 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Approxi mate 2500 3500 Models 5 5 Gallons 21 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Approxi mate Chassis Cab 9 Gallons 34 Liters 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Страница 325: ...MOPAR Engine Coolant Antifreeze 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula 5 7 Gallons 21 4 Liters FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 ...

Страница 326: ...In ambient temperatures below 0 F 18 C we recommend you use 5W 40 synthetic engine oil such as MOPAR Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS 10902 and the API CJ 4 engine oil category is required Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Fuel Filters We recommend you use MOPAR Fuel Filter Must meet 3 micron rating Using a fuel filter that does...

Страница 327: ...limatized 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 vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 Pickup models and Chassis Cab models configured with optional B20 capability are additionally compatible with 20 biodiese...

Страница 328: ...Automatic Transmission If Equipped Six Speed AS69RC Pickup models with PTO and all Chassis Cab models We recommend you use MOPAR ASRC Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent Failure to use the proper fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR BW44 44 Transfer Case Fluid Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500 3500 We recommend you use Synth...

Страница 329: ...Limited slip additive is not required for Limited Slip Rear Axles Clutch Linkage We recommend you use MOPAR Multi Purpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 E P or equivalent Manual Transmission G 56 If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4 product 6 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 ...

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Страница 331: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DIESEL ENGINE 330 Oil Change Indicator System Cummins Diesel 330 Perform Service Indicator Cummins Diesel 332 Required Maintenance Intervals 332 7 ...

Страница 332: ...eservoir brake master cylinder and automatic transmission if equipped and add as needed At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the exhaust system Check the coolant level hoses and clamps Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts Oil Change Indicator System Cummins Diesel Your veh...

Страница 333: ...nd oil filter every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or sooner if prompted by the oil change indicator system Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months whichever comes first NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Replace the engine oil and oil fil...

Страница 334: ... is displayed on the EVIC it is necessary to have the emissions maintenance performed Emissions maintenance may include replacing the Closed Crank case Ventilation CCV filter element The procedure for clearing and resetting the Perform Service indicator message is located in the appropriate Service Informa tion Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following page...

Страница 335: ...y Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 333 ...

Страница 336: ...ll parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 mi...

Страница 337: ...y Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 335 ...

Страница 338: ...looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Check the transfer case fluid 4x4 Change automatic transmission fluid AS69RC transmission only Under ...

Страница 339: ...ry Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 337 ...

Страница 340: ...amage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Under no circ...

Страница 341: ...ry Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 339 ...

Страница 342: ...lice taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid Change automatic transmission fluid and sump filter AS69RC transmission only Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police fleet or frequent trailer towing 68RFE transmission only Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following polic...

Страница 343: ...ive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Replace Crankcase Ventilation Filter CCV Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 341 ...

Страница 344: ...ll parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 mi...

Страница 345: ...ry Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 343 ...

Страница 346: ...nd play replace if necessary Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Check the transfer case fluid 4x4 Change automa...

Страница 347: ...ricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Flush and replace power steering fluid Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 345 ...

Страница 348: ...all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 m...

Страница 349: ...d Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 347 ...

Страница 350: ... surfaces If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 mi...

Страница 351: ...ary Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 349 ...

Страница 352: ...looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect brake linings Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Replace Crankcase Ventilation Fil...

Страница 353: ...ary Rotate tires Lubricate front drive shaft fitting 4x4 Lubricate outer tie rod ends Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours whichever comes first Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 351 ...

Страница 354: ...ooseness or end play replace if necessary Flush and replace engine coolant Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces every 20 000 miles 32 000 km If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid every 20 000 miles 32 000 km Check the transfer case fluid 4x4 Change automatic transmission fluid...

Страница 355: ...s that all cooling system service maintenance and repairs be performed by your local authorized dealer WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only 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 chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain...

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Страница 357: ...INDEX ...

Страница 358: ...118 Master Cylinder 118 Warning Light 19 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 120 Capacities Fluid 120 Caps Filler Oil Engine 103 Radiator Coolant Pressure 115 Charge Air Cooler 117 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 16 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 115 Cooling System 112 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 114 Coolant Capacity 120 Coolant Level 112 Disposal of Used Coolant 116 Drain Flush a...

Страница 359: ...Block Heater 60 66 Break In Recommendations 11 Compartment 100 Coolant Antifreeze 121 Identification 100 Idling 63 Oil 102 121 Oil Filler Cap 103 Filters Air Cleaner 104 Engine Fuel 105 Engine Oil 104 121 Engine Oil Disposal 104 Flashers Turn Signal 17 Fluid Capacities 120 Fluid Level Checks Brake 118 Fluid Brake 124 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 121 Fog Lights 24 Fuel 67 Adding 90 Diesel 67...

Страница 360: ...ment Cluster 14 15 16 Integrated Trailer Brake Controls 81 Intervention Regeneration Strategy 39 48 110 Keyless Enter N Go 59 Lights Airbag 21 Alarm 22 Anti Lock 16 Brake Warning 19 Check Engine Malfunction Indicator 16 Fog 24 High Beam 20 High Beam Indicator 20 Instrument Cluster 16 Seat Belt Reminder 20 Security Alarm 22 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 22 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 16 ...

Страница 361: ...3 Overheating Engine 18 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 112 115 Remote Starting System 10 Schedule Maintenance 126 Seat Belts Reminder 20 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 121 Signals Turn 17 Speedometer 21 Starting 57 Automatic Transmission 58 Engine Block Heater 60 66 Remote 10 Starting Procedures 57 Starting Procedures Diesel Engines 57 Tachometer 16 Tip Start 58 Tires Pressure Warning Light 22...

Страница 362: ...uirements 77 Trailer and Tongue Weight 76 Wiring 86 Trailer Towing Guide 76 Trailer Weight 76 Transfer Case Fluid 124 Transmission Fluid 124 Turn Signals 17 Viscosity Engine Oil 103 Voltmeter 62 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 16 Water Separator Diesel Fuel 105 360 INDEX RAM 1500 ...

Страница 363: ...26 Shifting 222 Axle Fluid 326 Battery 303 Blanket 210 303 Emergency Starting 276 Brake System 310 Fluid Check 310 Master Cylinder 310 Warning Light 151 Brake Transmission Interlock 221 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 322 Capacities Fluid 322 Caps Filler Oil Engine 288 Radiator Coolant Pressure 307 Charge Air Cooler 309 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 148 Coolant Pressure Cap R...

Страница 364: ...osal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 308 Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter 294 Electronic Range Select ERS 229 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 160 Emergency In Case of Jump Starting 276 Engine 283 284 Air Cleaner 290 Block Heater 201 216 Break In Recommendations 143 Compartment 283 284 Coolant Antifreeze 323 Identification 283 284 Idling 211 Jump Starting 276 Oil 286 323 Oil Filler Cap 288...

Страница 365: ...7 250 Diesel 242 250 323 Filter 294 Requirements 242 Specifications 243 Tank Capacity 322 Fueling 247 Gauges Speedometer 153 Tachometer 148 Voltmeter 208 Gear Ranges 223 235 Gross Axle Weight Rating 256 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 256 Hitches Trailer Towing 258 Idle Up Feature 211 Information Center Vehicle 160 Instrument Cluster 146 147 148 Integrated Trailer Brake Controls 264 Intervention Regen...

Страница 366: ...Pressure Monitoring TPMS 154 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 148 Maintenance Procedures 285 Maintenance Schedule 330 Manual Transmission 233 Fluid Level Check 312 Shift Speeds 235 New Vehicle Break In Period 143 Noise Control Maintenance 316 Tampering Prohibited 317 Noise Emission Warranty 316 318 Oil Change Indicator 330 Oil Engine 286 323 Capacity 322 Change Interval 287 Dipstick 286 Disp...

Страница 367: ...lant Pressure Cap 304 307 Remote Starting System 140 Resetting Perform Service Indicator 332 Seat Belts Reminder 152 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 323 Shifting 219 Automatic Transmission 222 Manual Transmission 233 Signals Turn 149 Speedometer 153 Starting 196 Automatic Transmission 197 Engine Block Heater 201 216 Manual Transmission 197 Remote 140 Starting Procedures 196 Starting Procedures Die...

Страница 368: ... 271 Hitches 258 Minimum Requirements 260 Trailer and Tongue Weight 259 Wiring 269 Trailer Towing Guide 259 Trailer Weight 259 Transfer Case Fluid 326 Transmission Automatic 222 Fluid 326 Manual 197 233 Shifting 219 Turn Signals 149 Viscosity Engine Oil 288 Voltmeter 208 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 148 Water Separator Diesel Fuel 294 366 INDEX RAM 2500 3500 4500 5500 ...

Страница 369: ...nection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shie...

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