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RAM TRUCK 1500 2014 User Manual

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  • Page 1

    Download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual or warranty booklet by visiting the owners tab at www.Ramtrucks.Com (u.S.) or www.Ramtruck.Ca (canada). 14d241-926-aa ram trucks 1500/2500/3500 fourth edition rev 1 user guide.

  • Page 2: Important

    If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the owner’s manual, navigation/uconnect ® manuals or warranty booklet by calling 1-866-726-4636 (u.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (canada) or by contacting your dealer. Important this user guide is in...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction/welcome welcome from chrysler group llc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . 8 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    What to do in emergencies roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . 169 instrument cluster warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 if your engine overheats . . . . . 175 jacking and tire changing . . . . 176 jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 emergency tow hooks . . . . . . ....

  • Page 5: Introduction/welcome

    Welcome from chrysler group llc congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new chrysler group llc vehicle has characteristics ...

  • Page 6: Warning!

    Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name chrysler group llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name chrysler canada inc. Used in substitution. Warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal...

  • Page 7: Introduction/welcome

    Use of aftermarket products (electronics) the use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, mp3 players, gps systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including keyless enter-n-go™ and remote start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your w...

  • Page 8: Driver Cockpit

    Driver cockpit 1. Headlight switch pg. 34 2. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) controls pg. 116 3. Turn signal/wiper/washer/high beams lever pg. 33 4. Instrument cluster pg. 8 5. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display pg. 9 6. Electronic speed control pg. 35 7. Keyless engin...

  • Page 9: Controls At A Glance

    11. Switch panel • diesel exhaust brake • tow/haul pg. 138 • electronic stability control pg. 169 • air suspension system • parksense ® rear park assist pg. 46 • front heated seats pg. 27 • front ventilated seats pg. 28 • heated steering wheel pg. 30 • integrated trailer brake module pg. 138 • engin...

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster warning lights - low fuel warning light - charging system light** - oil pressure warning light** - anti-lock brake (abs) light** - air bag warning light** - electronic throttle control (etc) light - engine temperature warning light - transmission temperature warning light - seat b...

  • Page 11: Controls At A Glance

    Indicators - turn signal indicators - high beam indicator - park/headlight on indicator* - front fog light indicator - vehicle security indicator* - tow/haul indicator* - 4wd auto indicator - electronic stability control (esc) indicator light* - electronic stability control (esc) off indicator - car...

  • Page 12: Key Fob

    Key fob this feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is in the passenger compart- ment. The keyless ignition node (kin) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate when ...

  • Page 13: Warning!

    Locking and unlocking the doors • press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door. Press the unlock button twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and the tailgate and the rambox ® (if equipped). The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the u...

  • Page 14: Keyless Enter-N-Go™

    Keyless enter-n-go™ the keyless enter-n-go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's key fob. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) without having to press the key fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the press of a button. To unlo...

  • Page 15: Remote Start

    Engine starting/stopping starting with a valid keyless enter-n-go™ key fob inside the vehicle: 1. Shift the transmission into park or neutral. 2. While pressing the brake pedal, press the engine start/stop button once. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after 10 s...

  • Page 16: Warning!

    Warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled. • keep key fob transmitters away from child...

  • Page 17: Seat Belt

    Seat belt be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on ...

  • Page 18: Warning!

    Supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The advanced front air bags will not deploy in every type of collision. Advanced front air bags are designed to pro...

  • Page 19: Child Restraints

    Child restraints children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. Every state in the united states and all canadian provinces require that ...

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Crew/mega/quad cab full or split bench seat • the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along ...

  • Page 21: Getting Started

    Installing the child restraints using the vehicle seat belts (standard cab) • the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint. Any seat belt s...

  • Page 22: Getting Started

    To install a child seat using a cinching latch plate: 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path. 3. Slide the ...

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Quad or crew cab trucks: • the top tether anchorages in this vehicle are tether strap loops located between the rear glass and the back of the rear seat. There is a tether strap loop located behind each seating position. Follow the steps below to attach the tether strap of the child restraint. Right...

  • Page 24: Getting Started

    4. Attach the hook to the center tether strap loop (see diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Note: if there are child seats in both of the outboard (left and right) seating posi- tions, the tether strap hooks of both child seats should be connec...

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop (see diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Installing three child restraints: 1. Place a child restraint on each out- board rear seat. Route the tether straps following the directions for right...

  • Page 26: Warning!

    Warning! • in a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured ...

  • Page 27: Front Seats

    Front head restraints to raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the adjustment button, located on the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Rear head restraints the rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re...

  • Page 28: Caution!

    Memory seat the memory seat feature allows you to save the driver's seat position (excluding lumbar position), driver's outside mirror position, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, automatic temperature control (atc) temperature setting and radio station preset settings. The driver's memory but...

  • Page 29: Warning!

    Warning! • adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked. • actuating the recliner h...

  • Page 30: Getting Started

    Vehicle equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, this feature can be programmed to come on during a remote start. If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, this feature can be programmed through the uconnect ® system. Refer to “uconnect ® settings” in “understa...

  • Page 31: Warning!

    Rear heated seats the rear heated seat switches are located on the rear of the center console. • press the switch once to select high- level heating. • press the switch a second time to select low-level heating. • press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements off. When the high-level se...

  • Page 32: Heated Steering Wheel

    Heated steering wheel the steering wheel contains a heating element that heats the steering wheel to one temperature setting. The heated steering wheel control button is located on the center instrument panel below the climate controls. If your vehicle is equipped with a touch- screen, the heated st...

  • Page 33: Tilt Steering Column

    Tilt steering column the tilt lever is located on the steering column below the turn signal lever. • to tilt the column, simply pull the tilt lever rearward toward you and then move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. • release the tilt lever to lock the steer- ing wheel into position....

  • Page 34: Caution!

    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While crui...

  • Page 35: Operating Your Vehicle

    Turn signals/wiper/washer/high beams lever turn signals/lane change assist • tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. Wipers intermittent, low and high operation • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for...

  • Page 36: Headlight Switch

    Headlight switch automatic headlights/parking lights/headlights • rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel, to the first detent for parking lights and to the sec- ond detent for headlights . • with the parking lights or low beam headlights on, pu...

  • Page 37: Speed Control

    Speed control the speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off switch to activate the speed control. The cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the speed control is on. • push the on/off switch a second time to turn the system off...

  • Page 38: Operating Your Vehicle

    Accel/decel to increase speed • when the electronic speed control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the res + button. The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of u.S. (mph) or metric (km/h) units: u.S. Speed (mph) • pressing the res + button once will result in a 1 mph increase in...

  • Page 39: Warning!

    Resume • to resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the resume/accel switch and release. Cancel • push the cancel switch or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed memory. • push the on/off switch to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory. Warni...

  • Page 40: Operating Your Vehicle

    Electronic range select (ers) operation • electronic range select (ers) allows you to limit the highest available trans- mission gear, and can be activated during any driving condition. When towing a trailer or operating the vehicle in off-road conditions, using ers shift control will help you maxim...

  • Page 41: Operating Your Vehicle

    • for maximum deceleration (engine braking) move the console shift lever left (-) and hold, or toggle the switch on the column shift lever down (-) and hold. Your vehicle will automatically select the lowest safe gear for optimal engine braking. • to disable ers, push and hold the console shift leve...

  • Page 42: Operating Your Vehicle

    1500 air suspension system • the air suspension system provides full time load leveling capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a button. • automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps a...

  • Page 43: Operating Your Vehicle

    Note: automatic aero mode may be disabled through vehicle settings in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) when equipped with uconnect 3.0, or your uconnect ® radio when equipped with uconnect ® 5.0, 8.4a, or 8.4an. • entry/exit mode (lowers the vehicle approximately 2 in (51 mm) - this ...

  • Page 44: Operating Your Vehicle

    Protection mode • in order to “protect” the air suspension system, the vehicle will enter protection mode when the payload has been exceeded or load leveling cannot be achieved. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel” in the owner’s manual on ...

  • Page 45: Operating Your Vehicle

    Wheel alignment mode • before performing a wheel alignment this mode must be enabled. Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel” in the owner’s manual on the dvd for further information. Note: this mode is intended to be enabled with engine run...

  • Page 46: Operating Your Vehicle

    Manual climate controls with touchscreen touchscreen manual climate controls climate control knobs air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. Heated mirrors the mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is a...

  • Page 47: Operating Your Vehicle

    Automatic climate controls with touchscreen touchscreen automatic climate controls climate control knobs • push the auto button or press the auto soft-key. • select the desired temperature by pushing the up or down temperature buttons for the driver or passenger. • the system will maintain the set t...

  • Page 48: Operating Your Vehicle

    Air conditioning (a/c) • if the air conditioning button is pressed while in auto mode, the system will exit auto mode and stay in a/c. The mode and blower will be set at the closest mode and blower position that the system was operating in auto. Sync temperature soft-key • touch the “sync” soft-key ...

  • Page 49: Warning!

    Cleaning the parksense® sensors if “clean park assist sensors” appears in the electronic vehicle information center (evic), clean the parksense ® sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the s...

  • Page 50: Power Sunroof

    Power sunroof • the power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening sunroof express open • press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Manual open • press and hold the switch rearward to open the sunroof. Any r...

  • Page 51: Warning!

    Pinch protection feature this feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during express close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and r...

  • Page 52: Electronics

    Your vehicle's sound system 1. Uconnect ® voice command button pg. 111 2. Uconnect ® phone button pg. 107 3. Steering wheel audio controls (left) pg. 115 4. Steering wheel audio controls (right) pg. 115 5. Volume knob/audio mute button 6. Assist button pg. 59 electronics 50

  • Page 53: Electronics

    7. 9-1-1 button pg. 59 8. Uconnect ® 8.4 radio pg. 78 9. Screen off button 10. Back button 11. Tune/scroll knob/browse/enter button 12. Media hub: audio jack, usb port, and sd card slot (located center console) pg. 83 13. Cd player inside center console (if equipped) pg. 100 electronics 51.

  • Page 54: Identifying Your Radio

    Identifying your radio uconnect® 3.0 • two hard-keys on either side of the display uconnect® 5.0 • 5” touchscreen • three hard-keys on either side of the display uconnect® 8.4a • 8.4” touchscreen • climate soft-key in lower menu bar • hd button will not be visible on right side of screen when viewin...

  • Page 55: Uconnect® Access

    Uconnect® 8.4an • 8.4” touchscreen • climate soft-key in lower menu bar • hd button will be visible on right side of screen when viewing am or fm • siriusxm travel link feature listed within apps uconnect® access uconnect® access — if equipped (available on uconnect® 8.4an) warning! Always drive saf...

  • Page 56: Electronics

    Before you drive, familiarize yourself with the easy-to-use uconnect® system. 1. The assist and 9-1-1 buttons are located on your rearview mirror. The assist button is used for contacting roadside assistance, vehicle care and uconnect ® care. The 9-1-1 button connects you to emergency services. Note...

  • Page 57: Electronics

    4. Enter your email address into the radio touchscreen. 5. A message will display on the touchscreen indicating your email submission was accepted. 6. At home, or wherever you access your email, look for an email from uconnect ® access that contains your personalized registration link. If you don't ...

  • Page 58: Electronics

    Aha™ by harman (www.Aharadio.Com) • enter your email address and password for aha™, or create a new aha™ account. • you can link your facebook, twitter or slacker accounts on the aha™ website. Iheartradio (www.Iheart.Com) • click “sign up” if you’re new to iheartradio, or “log in” to enter your ihea...

  • Page 59: Electronics

    7. The uconnect ® payment account will then ask for your “payment account pin,” which you established when setting up your uconnect ® payment account. After entering this four digit pin, press the “complete” key to make the purchase. 8. You will receive a confirmation message that your purchase has ...

  • Page 60: Electronics

    Get started with your uconnect ® access apps by pressing the uconnect ® “apps” button on the menu bar at the bottom right corner of the radio touchscreen. Available apps and features are organized by the tabs on the left of the screen: favorite apps — this is the default screen when you first press ...

  • Page 61: Electronics

    Selling your vehicle when you sell your vehicle, we recommend that you remove your uconnect ® access account information from the vehicle. You can do this using the radio touchscreen in the vehicle (uconnect® 8.4an only) or on the mopar owner connect website (moparownerconnect.Com). Removing your ac...

  • Page 62: Electronics

    3. Roadside assistance (if equipped) — if your vehicle is equipped with this feature and within wireless range, you may be able to connect to roadside assistance by pressing the “assist” button on the rearview mirror. You will be presented with assist care options. Make a selection by touching the p...

  • Page 63: Electronics

    Uconnect® access remote features if you own a compatible iphone ® or android ® powered device, the uconnect ® access app allows you to remotely lock or unlock your doors, start your engine or activate your horn and lights from virtually anywhere (vehicle must be within the united states and have net...

  • Page 64: Electronics

    Remote horn and lights — it’s easy to locate a vehicle in a dark, crowded or noisy parking area by activating the horn and lights. It may also help if you need to draw attention to your vehicle for any reason. You can send a request to your vehicle in one of three ways: 1. Using the uconnect ® acces...

  • Page 65: Electronics

    7. Wait for the beep, and then dictate any message up to 140 characters. If you exceed 140 characters, you will hear the following prompt: “message was too long; your message will be truncated.” 8. Uconnect ® will then repeat the message back to you. 9. Uconnect ® will prompt you: “to add to your me...

  • Page 66: Electronics

    The uconnect ® access app is compatible with select iphone ® and android smart- phones. Visit uconnectphone.Com to confirm that your smartphone is compatible with uconnect ® . Once you’ve confirmed your smartphone is compatible, pair it to the vehicle touchscreen via bluetooth ® to use via mobile ap...

  • Page 67: Electronics

    Each time you want to use a via mobile app in your vehicle, the uconnect access app must be running on your smartphone and the smartphone must be paired via bluetooth ® . If equipped, the via mobile apps can be found by selecting the “apps” soft-key in the lower right corner of the radio touchscreen...

  • Page 68: Electronics

    Via mobile apps can also be launched through voice recognition by pressing the vr button on the steering wheel and stating “launch” and then the name of the app. For example, you can say “launch aha via mobile.” note: for detailed information on how to use via mobile apps visit the mopar owner conne...

  • Page 69: Uconnect® 3.0

    Uconnect® 3.0 clock setting 1. Press the menu button at the bottom of the radio, and push the enter/browse button for system settings. Next, select the time and format setting and then select set time by pushing the enter/browse button. 2. Adjust the hours or minutes by turning the tune/scroll knob,...

  • Page 70: Electronics

    Radio operation seek up/down buttons • push to seek through radio stations in am, fm or sxm bands. • hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store radio presets • the presets are available for all radio modes, and are activated by pushing any of the six preset buttons. • when you are...

  • Page 71: Electronics

    Audio jack (aux) the aux allows a portable device such as an mp3 player or an ipod ® to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle’s speakers. • if the audio cable is connected to the aux jack and p...

  • Page 72: Uconnect® 5.0

    Uconnect® 5.0 clock setting 1. To start the clock setting procedure, perform either of the following: • press the more hard-key on the right side of the display, next press the “time” soft-key and then press the “set” soft-key. • press the settings hard-key on the right side of the display, then pre...

  • Page 73: Electronics

    Equalizer, balance and fade 1. Press the settings hard-key on the right side of the unit. 2. Then scroll down and press the “audio” soft-key to get to the audio menu. 3. The audio menu shows the following options for you to customize your audio settings. Equalizer • touch the “equalizer” soft-key to...

  • Page 74: Electronics

    Siriusxm premier over 160 channels get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium programming, including howard stern, every nfl game, oprah radio ® , every mlb ®...

  • Page 75: Electronics

    Usb/audio jack (aux)/bluetooth® operation usb/ipod® • usb/ipod ® mode is entered by either inserting a usb jump drive or ipod ® cable into the usb port or by touching the media hard-key located left of the display. Once in media mode, touch the “source” soft-key and select “usb/ipod.” • press the me...

  • Page 76: Warning!

    Voice text reply (not compatible with iphone®) once your uconnect ® system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio system. You can reply to the message using voice recognition, by selecting, or saying ...

  • Page 77: Electronics

    Voice command quick reference uconnect® 5.0 voice command quick reference if the uconnect ® voice command button exists on your steering wheel, you have the voice command feature, which is optimized for the driver. The voice command feature lets you keep your hands on the wheel, and your eyes on the...

  • Page 78: Electronics

    Available radio button voice commands types of voice commands available steering wheel buttons to press: radio mode media mode phone mode uconnect ® voice command (vr) button am/fm & satellite band control media devices control - general uconnect ® phone pick up button - - call initiation, call mana...

  • Page 79: Electronics

    While in: voice command example: phone call initiation (requires that phone has been bluetooth ® paired with radio) “dial 123-456-7890” (phone number) “call john smith mobile” (home, office, other) “redial” “show outgoing” (recent) “calls” call management “search for john smith” (any contact name in...

  • Page 80: Uconnect® 8.4A

    Uconnect® 8.4a uconnect® 8.4a at a glance displaying the time • if the time is not currently displayed on the radio or player main page, touch the “settings” soft-key or the “apps” soft-key and then the “settings” soft-key. In the settings list, touch the “clock” soft-key then touch the check box ne...

  • Page 81: Electronics

    Audio settings • touch the “audio” soft-key to activate the audio settings screen to adjust balance\fade, equalizer, and speed adjusted volume. • you can return to the radio screen by touching the “x” located at the top right. Balance/fade • touch the “balance/fade” soft-key to balance the audio bet...

  • Page 82: Electronics

    Selecting radio stations • touch the desired radio band (am, fm or sxm) soft-key. Seek up/seek down • touch the seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations. • touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass stations without stopping. The rad...

  • Page 83: Electronics

    Direct tune • tune directly to a sxm channel by pressing the “tune” soft-key on the screen, and entering the desired station number. Jump • automatically tells you when traffic & weather for a favorite city is available, and gives you the option to switch to that channel. Touch “jump” to activate th...

  • Page 84: Electronics

    Replay lets you replay up to 44 minutes of the content of the current siriusxm channel. Replay option option description play/pause touch to pause content playback. Touch pause/play again to resume playback. Rewind/rw rewinds the channel content in steps of five seconds. Touch and hold to rewind con...

  • Page 85: Electronics

    Media hub — playing ipod®/usb/mp3 devices there are many ways to play music from ipod ® /mp3 players or usb devices through your vehicle's sound system. Touch your “media” soft-key to begin. Audio jack (aux) the aux allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or an ipod ® , to be plugged into th...

  • Page 86: Electronics

    Note: when connecting your ipod ® device for the first time, the system may take several minutes to read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system will take approximately five minutes for every 1000 songs loaded on the device. Also during the reading process, the shuffle ...

  • Page 87: Electronics

    Ipod®/cd/aux controls the ipod ® /cd/aux controls are accessed by touching the desired soft-key displayed on the side of the screen and choosing between disc, aux, ipod ® , bluetooth or sd card. Note: uconnect ® will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when some- thing is first conn...

  • Page 88: Electronics

    Changing the navigation voice prompt volume 1. Touch the “settings” soft-key. 2. In the settings menu, touch the “guidance” soft-key. 3. In the guidance menu, adjust the nav volume by touching the “+” or “–” nav volume adjustment soft-keys. Finding points of interest (poi) • from the main navigation...

  • Page 89: Electronics

    • follow the on-screen prompts (country, state/province, city, street) to enter the address and touch the “yes” soft-key. • destination entry is not available while your vehicle is in motion. However, you can also use voice command to enter an address while moving. See voice command tips for more in...

  • Page 90: Electronics

    Adding a stop • to add a stop you must be navigating a route. • touch the “menu” soft-key to return to the main navigation menu. • touch the “where to?” soft-key, then search for the extra stop. When another location has been selected, you can choose to cancel your previous route, add as the first d...

  • Page 91: Electronics

    Start pairing procedure on mobile phone • search for available devices on your bluetooth ® enabled mobile phone. This is usually within settings or options under “bluetooth.” see your mobile phone’s manual for details. • when your phone finds the system, select “uconnect” as the paired device. You m...

  • Page 92: Electronics

    Common phone commands (examples) • “call john smith” • “call john smith mobile” • “dial 1 248 555 1212” • “call emergency” • “call towing assistance” • “redial” phonebook • uconnect ® radios will automatically download your phonebook from your paired phone, if this feature is supported by your phone...

  • Page 93: Warning!

    Voice text reply (not compatible with iphone®) once your uconnect ® system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio system. You can reply to the message using voice recognition, by selecting, or saying ...

  • Page 94: Electronics

    Voice command quick reference uconnect® 8.4a voice command quick reference • if the uconnect ® voice command button exists on your steering wheel, you have the voice command feature, which is optimized for the driver. The voice command feature lets you keep your hands on the wheel, your eyes on the ...

  • Page 95: Electronics

    Available radio soft-key voice commands types of voice com- mands available steering wheel buttons to press: (1) radio mode (2) media mode (3) climate controls (4) naviga- tion (5) phone mode (6) apps uconnect ® voice command (vr) button am/fm & satel- lite band control media devices control tempera...

  • Page 96: Electronics

    Voice command examples – uconnect® 8.4a while in: voice command example: general anytime “go to radio” (media, climate, navigation, phone, apps) – settings, and controls are not voice command accessible “cancel” “help” (to listen to suggested commands specific to current need “repeat” “launch yelp ®...

  • Page 97: Electronics

    While in: voice command example: phone call management “search for john smith” (any contact name in address book) “show (display list) contacts” voice texting (requires registration with uconnect ® access and a current subscription.) note: requires a compatible mobile device enabled with bluetooth m...

  • Page 98: Uconnect® 8.4An

    Uconnect® 8.4an uconnect® 8.4an at a glance displaying the time • if the time is not currently displayed on the radio or player main page, touch the “controls” soft-key or the “apps” soft-key and then the “settings” soft-key. In the settings list, touch the “clock” soft-key then touch the check box ...

  • Page 99: Electronics

    Audio settings • touch of the “audio” soft-key to activate the audio settings screen to adjust balance\fade, equalizer, and speed adjusted volume. • you can return to the radio screen by touching the “x” located at the top right. Balance/fade • touch the “balance/fade” soft-key to balance audio betw...

  • Page 100: Electronics

    Selecting radio stations • touch the desired radio band (am, fm or sxm) soft-key. Seek up/seek down • touch the seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations. • touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass stations without stopping. The rad...

  • Page 101: Electronics

    Direct tune • tune directly to a sxm channel by pressing the “tune” soft-key on the screen, and entering the desired station number. Jump • automatically tells you when traffic & weather for a favorite city is available, and gives you the option to switch to that channel. Touch “jump” to activate th...

  • Page 102: Electronics

    Replay lets you replay up to 44 minutes of the content of the current siriusxm channel. Replay option option description play/pause touch to pause content playback. Touch pause/play again to resume playback. Rewind/rw rewinds the channel content in steps of five seconds. Touch and hold to rewind con...

  • Page 103: Electronics

    Media hub — playing ipod®/usb/mp3 devices • there are many ways to play music from ipod ® /mp3 players or usb devices through your vehicle's sound system. Touch your media soft-key to begin. Audio jack (aux) • the aux allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or an ipod ® , to be plugged into ...

  • Page 104: Electronics

    Note: when connecting your ipod ® device for the first time, the system may take several minutes to read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system will take approximately five minutes for every 1000 songs loaded on the device. Also during the reading process, the shuffle ...

  • Page 105: Electronics

    Ipod®/cd/aux controls • the ipod ® /cd/aux controls are accessed by touching the desired soft-key dis- played on the side of the screen and choosing between disc, aux, ipod ® , bluetooth ® or sd card. Note: uconnect ® will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when some- thing is firs...

  • Page 106: Electronics

    Changing the navigation voice prompt volume 1. Touch the “view map” soft-key from the nav main menu. 2. With the map displayed, touch the “settings” soft-key in the lower right area of the screen. 3. In the settings menu, touch the “guidance” soft-key. 4. In the guidance menu, adjust the nav volume ...

  • Page 107: Electronics

    Note: destination entry is not available while your vehicle is in motion. However, you can also use voice commands to enter an address while moving. Refer to common navigation voice commands in the uconnect ® voice command section. Setting your home location • touch the “nav” soft-key in the menu ba...

  • Page 108: Electronics

    Adding a stop • to add a stop you must be navigating a route. • touch the “menu” soft-key to return to the main navigation menu. • touch the “where to?” soft-key, then search for the extra stop. When another location has been selected, you can choose to cancel your previous route, add as the first d...

  • Page 109: Electronics

    Siriusxm travel link feature is completely integrated into your vehicle. A few minutes after you start your vehicle, travel link information arrives and updates in the back- ground. You can access the information whenever you like, with no waiting. To access siriusxm travel link, press “apps” button...

  • Page 110: Electronics

    Start pairing procedure on mobile phone • search for available devices on your bluetooth ® enabled mobile phone. This is usually within settings or options under “bluetooth.” see your mobile phone’s manual for details. • when your phone finds the system, select “uconnect” as the paired device. You m...

  • Page 111: Electronics

    Common phone commands (examples) • “call john smith” • “call john smith mobile” • “dial 1 248 555 1212” • “call emergency” • “call towing assistance” • “redial” phonebook • uconnect ® radios will automatically download your phonebook from your paired phone, if this feature is supported by your phone...

  • Page 112: Warning!

    Voice text reply (not compatible with iphone®) once your uconnect ® system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio system. You can reply to the message using voice recognition, by selecting, or saying ...

  • Page 113: Electronics

    Voice command quick reference uconnect® 8.4an voice command quick reference if the uconnect ® voice command button exists on your steering wheel, you have the voice command feature, which is optimized for the driver. The voice command feature lets you keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on th...

  • Page 114: Electronics

    Available radio soft-key voice commands types of voice com- mands available steering wheel buttons to press: (1) radio mode (2) media mode (3) climate controls (4) naviga- tion (5) phone mode (6) apps uconnect ® voice command (vr) button am/fm & satel- lite band control media devices control tempera...

  • Page 115: Electronics

    Voice command examples – uconnect® 8.4an while in: voice command example: general anytime “go to radio” (media, climate, navigation, phone, apps) – settings, and controls are not voice command accessible “cancel” “help” (to listen to suggested commands specific to current need) “repeat” “launch yelp...

  • Page 116: Electronics

    While in: voice command example: phone call initiation (requires that phone has been bluetooth ® paired with radio) “dial 123-456-7890” (phone number) “call john smith mobile” (home, office, other) “redial” “show outgoing” (recent) “calls” call management “search for john smith” (any contact name in...

  • Page 117: Electronics

    While in: voice command example: apps siriusxm travel link (traffic function is not voice command accessible within siriusxm travel link) “show fuel prices” “show current weather” – provides access to forecast as well “show weather map” – multiple map formats available “show sports” “show movie list...

  • Page 118: Electronics

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the evic features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and personal settings. For additional information, refer...

  • Page 119: Programmable Features

    Programmable features programmable features the evic can be used to view or change the following settings. Press the up or down button until system setup displays, then press the right button. Scroll through the settings using the up or down buttons. Press the right button to change the setting. Pre...

  • Page 120: Electronics

    Evic reconfigurable screen setup the following settings allow you to change what information is displayed in the instrument cluster as well as the location that information is displayed. Digital speedometer • press and release the up or down arrow button until the digital display icon is highlighted...

  • Page 121: Electronics

    Fuel economy • press and release the up or down arrow button until the fuel economy icon is highlighted. The screen will display the following: • average fuel economy/miles per gallon • range to empty (rte) • current miles per gallon (mpg) • dual tanks- if equipped heavy duty only stop/start • press...

  • Page 122: Electronics

    Universal garage door opener (homelink®) homelink ® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The homelink ® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 volt battery. The homelink ® buttons that are locat...

  • Page 123: Electronics

    Programming a rolling code note: for programming garage door openers that were manufactured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “learn” or “train” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener. It is not the button that is normally used to ...

  • Page 124: Warning!

    Programming a non-rolling code note: for programming garage door openers manufactured before 1995. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink ® button you wish to program while keeping the homelink ® indicator l...

  • Page 125: Power Inverter

    Power inverter a 115 volt, 150 watt power inverter outlet is located on the lower instrument panel next to the climate control knob. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 watts. To turn on the power outlet, simply plug in the device....

  • Page 126: Power Outlets

    Power outlets the auxiliary 12 volt (13 amp) power outlets can provide power for in-cab accesso- ries designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 volt power outlets have a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12v dc”, together with either a key symbol or a battery symbol. The a...

  • Page 127: Electronics

    • the rear center console power outlet can be switched to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel. Electronics 125.

  • Page 128: Warning!

    Four wheel drive operation four-position/part time transfer case the transfer case provides four mode positions: • two-wheel drive high range (2wd) • four-wheel drive high range (4wd lock) • neutral (n) • four-wheel drive low range (4wd low) this transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2wd pos...

  • Page 129: Warning!

    Five-position/on-demand transfer case this electronically shifted transfer case provides five mode positions: • two-wheel drive high range (2wd) • four-wheel drive automatic range (4wd auto) • four-wheel drive lock range (4wd lock) • four-wheel drive low range (4wd low) • neutral (n) this electronic...

  • Page 130: Warning!

    Five-position/on-demand transfer case this electronically shifted transfer case provides five mode positions: • two-wheel drive high range (2wd) • four-wheel drive automatic range (4wd auto) • four-wheel drive lock range (4wd lock) • four-wheel drive low range (4wd low) • neutral (n) this electronic...

  • Page 131: Tonneau Cover

    Tonneau cover • the tonneau cover can be removed and reinstalled by using the locking clamps located underneath the tonneau cover. Note: be sure that the tonneau cover is secured before driving. Easy-off tailgate • to simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed. ...

  • Page 132: Pickup Box

    Pickup box • you can carry wide building materials (sheets of plywood, etc.) by building a raised load floor. Place lumber across the box in the indentations provided above the wheel housings and in the bulkhead dividers to form the floor. • there are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side b...

  • Page 133: Warning!

    Note: the cargo camera image may be deactivated by touching the uconnect ® display. The previous selected screen will appear. Warning! • the pickup box is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • care should always be exercised when ...

  • Page 134: Rambox®

    Rambox® • the rambox ® system is an integrated pickup box storage and cargo management system consisting of three features: • integrated box side storage bins • cargo extender/divider • bed rail tie-down system rambox® integrated box side storage bins • the cargo storage bins provide watertight, loc...

  • Page 135: Utility

    • storage bins feature two removable drain plugs (to allow water to drain from bins). To remove plug, pull up on the edge. To install, push plug downward into drain hole. • the rambox ® storage bins can be locked and unlocked using the vehicle key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. Note: provi...

  • Page 136: Utility

    Divider position • there are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for various positions to assist in managing your cargo. • to install the bed extender into a divider position perform the following: • make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the cen...

  • Page 137: Caution!

    Caution! Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle: • assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured. • do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) per bin. • leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehicle battery to...

  • Page 138: Towing & Payload

    Towing & payload ram 1500 4x2 st slt/outdoorsman sport/laramie 3.6l v-6 8–speed automatic transmission standard towing: 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) max towing: 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) max payload: 1,920 lbs (871 kg) standard towing: 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) max towing: 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) max payload: 1,900 lbs ...

  • Page 139: Utility

    St slt/outdoorsman sport/laramie 3.0l diesel engine 8–speed automatic transmission standard towing: 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) max towing: 9,250 lbs (4 196 kg) max payload: 1,520 lbs (689 kg) standard towing: 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) max towing: 9,250 lbs (4 196 kg) max payload: 1,520 lbs (689 kg) standard to...

  • Page 140: Tow/haul Mode

    Tow/haul mode • when driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the tow/haul switch to select tow/haul mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive sh...

  • Page 141: Warning!

    Setting with the uconnect® touchscreen radio • to make the proper selection in the uconnect ® touchscreen radio, press the more hard-key (uconnect ® 5.0) or the apps soft-key (uconnect ® 8.4), then press the settings soft-key to display the menu setting screen and press trailer brake. For additional...

  • Page 142: Utility

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground two-wheel drive models four-wheel drive models flat tow none not allowed see instructions: • automatic transmission in park • manual transmission in gear (not in neutral) • ...

  • Page 143: Caution!

    Recreational towing — four-wheel drive models note: both the manual shift and electronic shift transfer cases must be shifted into neutral (n) for recreational towing. Automatic transmissions must be shifted into park for recreational towing. Manual transmissions must be placed in gear (not in neutr...

  • Page 144: Warning!

    Shifting into neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. Warning! You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral (n) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer...

  • Page 145: Utility

    11. Shift the transmission into park or place manual transmission in gear (not in neutral). On 8-speed transmissions the shifter will automatically select park when the engine is turned off. 12. Turn the ignition switch to the off position, then cycle the key or the keyless enter-n-go™ button to the...

  • Page 146: Utility

    Note: when shifting out of transfer case neutral (n), turning the engine off is not required, but may be helpful to avoid gear clash. With the 8-speed automatic transmission, the engine must remain running, since turning the engine off will shift the transmission to park (and the transmission must b...

  • Page 147: 1500 3.0L Diesel

    Diesel engine break-in recommendations • the 3.0 turbocharged diesel engine does not require a break-in period due to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, providing the following recommenda- tions are followed: • warm up the engine before placing it under load. • do not operate the engine ...

  • Page 148: Caution!

    Note: a delay of the start-up can be as long as five seconds under very cold conditions. The "wait to start" telltale will be illuminated during the pre-heat process and the start will commence upon the telltale going out. Caution! If the “water in fuel indicator light” remains on, do not start the ...

  • Page 149: Caution!

    Diesel fuel filter/water separator draining fuel/water separator • if the “water in fuel” indicator light is illuminated and an audible chime is heard five times, you should stop the engine and drain the water from the separator. • the drain plug is located on the bottom of the fuel filter and water...

  • Page 150: Exhaust Regeneration

    Exhaust regeneration this engine meets all required epa 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 control...

  • Page 151: Caution!

    Exhaust filter full — power reduced see dealer the pcm derates the engine in order to limit the likelihood of permanent damage to the after-treatment system. If this condition is not corrected and a dealer service is not performed, extensive exhaust after-treatment damage can occur. Have your vehicl...

  • Page 152: 1500 3.0L Diesel

    Adding fuel — diesel engine only • your vehicle is equipped with a cap- less fuel system. • 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. Emergency fuel can refueling 1. Retrieve funnel from the jack stora...

  • Page 153: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    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 regulations. Def is a liquid reducing agent that reacts with engine...

  • Page 154: 1500 3.0L Diesel

    Adding diesel exhaust fluid • the def gauge (located in the instrument panel) will display the level of def remaining in the tank. • completely fill the def tank through the diesel exhaust fluid fill location (located behind the fuel door) at every maintenance interval or before if prompted by the e...

  • Page 155: Caution!

    Caution! • to avoid def spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the def tank after filling. • when def is spilled, clean the area immediately with water or a mild solvent. • do not overfill. Def will freeze below 12 degrees f (-11 degrees c). The def system is designed to work in temperatures bel...

  • Page 156: 1500 3.0L Diesel

    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 to be serviced...

  • Page 157: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Diesel 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 recommenda- tions are followed: • warm up the engine before placing it under load. • do not operate the eng...

  • Page 158: Warning!

    Water in fuel message if a water in fuel message or indicator appears in the cluster and a chime sounds five times, the fuel/water separator will need to be drained immediately to prevent engine damage. Refer to “draining fuel water separator” in this guide for draining instructions or see your deal...

  • Page 159: Caution!

    Diesel exhaust brake (engine braking) the exhaust brake switch is located on the switch bank below the audio system. This switch is used to enable exhaust brake modes. • pressing the exhaust brake switch once will enable full strength exhaust brake mode, indicated by a yellow icon in the evic. This ...

  • Page 160: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Idle-up feature (automatic transmission only) • the idle-up feature uses the speed control switches to increase engine idle speed and quickly warm the vehicle’s interior. This feature must be enabled by your dealer. See your local dealer. • with the transmission in park, the parking brake applied, a...

  • Page 161: Caution!

    • turn the drain valve (located on the side of the filter) counterclockwise 1/4 turn, then turn the ignition switch to the on/run position to allow any accumulated water to drain. • when clean fuel is visible, close the drain and switch the ignition to off. • refer to the diesel supplement on the dv...

  • Page 162: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Underbody mounted fuel filter/water separator draining fuel/water separator • if the “water in fuel” indicator light is illuminated and an audible chime is heard five times, you should stop the engine and drain the water from the separator. • the drain is located on the bottom of the fuel filter and...

  • Page 163: Caution!

    Caution! • diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. Drain the filter into an appro- priate container. • do not prefill the fuel filter when installing a new fuel filter. There is a possibility debris could be introduced into the fuel filter during this action. It is best to install the filt...

  • Page 164: Caution!

    Exhaust system — regeneration completed this message indicates that the diesel particulate filter (dpf) self-cleaning 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 message indicates rege...

  • Page 165: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Adding fuel — diesel engine only • your vehicle is equipped with a cap- less fuel system. • 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. Emergency fuel can refueling 1. Retrieve funnel from the jack stora...

  • Page 166: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    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 regulations. Def is a liquid reducing agent that reacts with engine...

  • Page 167: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    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 engine shutdown to purge the def system. This is normal operation. Diesel exhaust fluid storage diesel exhau...

  • Page 168: Caution!

    Def fill procedure • remove cap from def tank (located behind the fuel door on drivers side of the vehicle). • insert def container or fill nozzle into def fill location and fill def tank. • reinstall cap onto def tank. • refer to your diesel supplement on the dvd for further details. Caution! • to ...

  • Page 169: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Diesel exhaust fluid (def) warning messages your vehicle will begin displaying warning messages when the def level reaches a driving range of approximately 350 miles (563 km). If the following warning message sequence is ignored, your vehicle may be limited to a maximum speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) unles...

  • Page 170: 6.7L Cummins® Diesel

    Diesel exhaust fluid (def) fault warning messages there are four 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. The vehicle may be limited to a max...

  • Page 171: Roadside Assistance

    Roadside assistance dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for u.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. • provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. • briefly describe the nature of the ...

  • Page 172: Caution!

    Please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low evic display. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms ...

  • Page 173: Warning!

    Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Brake - brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the...

  • Page 174: Caution!

    - malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd ii that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on/run position before engine start. If the bulb does not ...

  • Page 175

    - anti-lock brake (abs) light this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the abs light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock por...

  • Page 176: Caution!

    - transmission temperature warning light this light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in neutral, until the light turns...

  • Page 177: If Your Engine Overheats

    If your engine overheats in any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action: • on the highways — slow down. • in city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. Note: there are step...

  • Page 178: Jacking And Tire Changing

    Jacking and tire changing jack location the jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Removal of jack and tools • to access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the seat. To remove the cover, pull the front part of the cover (c...

  • Page 179

    2500/3500 series trucks • remove the jack and tool bracket assembly by removing the wing bolt and sliding the jack and tool bracket assembly from under the seat. Removing the spare tire • remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tube...

  • Page 180

    Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into park. On four-wheel drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the 4l position. 5. Turn the ignition off. • block bot...

  • Page 181

    1500 series trucks • when changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown below. Front 4x2 jacking location what to do in emergencies 179.

  • Page 182

    • operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension may be used but is not required. Front 4x4 jacking location what to do in emergencies 180

  • Page 183

    • for 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle between the wheel and the shock bracket with the drive tubes extending to the rear. • connect the jack tube extension and whe...

  • Page 184

    2500/3500 series trucks • for 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tu...

  • Page 185

    • for 4x2 and 4x4 trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear. • connect the jack tube extension and w...

  • Page 186

    Reinstalling the jack and tools 1500 series trucks 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw clockwise until the jack is snug. 2. Position the jack and tool bag. Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw. 3. Secure the tool bag straps to the jack. ...

  • Page 187

    5. Turn the wing bolt clockwise to secure to the floor pan. Reinstall the plastic cover. 2500/3500 series trucks 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw clockwise until the jack is snug. 2. Position the jack and tools into bracket assembly. Make sure the lug wrench is und...

  • Page 188

    Hub caps/wheel covers • the hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground. • for single rear-wheel (srw) models, use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry the hub cap off. Insert the blade end into the pry-off notch and carefully pop off the hub cap with a back-and-forth...

  • Page 189

    8-stud — dual rear wheels • dual wheels are flat-mounted and center-piloted. The lug nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the washer. • slots in the wheels will assist in prop- ...

  • Page 190: Caution!

    To stow the flat or spare note: ram 1500 vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels cannot be stored under the vehicle because the wheel retainer will not fit through the wheel pilot hole. Secure the flat tire in the bed of the truck. Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immediately. • turn the wheel...

  • Page 191: Warning!

    Warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on ...

  • Page 192: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting • if your vehicle has a discharged bat- tery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. ...

  • Page 193: Caution!

    Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the bo...

  • Page 194: Emergency Tow Hooks

    Emergency tow hooks • if your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front. • for off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle. Caution! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded of...

  • Page 195

    Column shifter 1. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Turn the key fob to the acc or on/run position without starting the engine. 3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 4. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool, into the access port (ri...

  • Page 196

    Manual park release — eight speed transmission • in order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of park (such as a dead battery), a manual park release is available. • follow these steps to use the manual park release: • firmly apply the parking brake. • using...

  • Page 197: Warning!

    • while holding the locking tab in the disengaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever rearward, until it locks in place pointing towards the driver's seat. Release the locking tab and verify that the manual park release lever is locked in the released position. • the vehicle is now o...

  • Page 198: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    Towing a disabled vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground 2wd models 4wd models flat tow none if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 30 mph (48 km/h) max • 15 miles (24 km) max distance • auto transmission in park • manual trans- mission in gear (not neutral) • transfer case...

  • Page 199: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    Event data recorder (edr) this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems perf...

  • Page 200: Opening The Hood

    Opening the hood 1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time. Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before dr...

  • Page 201: Engine

    Engine comp artment 3.6l engine maintaining your vehicle 199.

  • Page 202: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    5.7l engine maintaining your vehicle 200

  • Page 203: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    6.4l engine maintaining your vehicle 201.

  • Page 204: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    3.0l diesel engine maintaining your vehicle 202.

  • Page 205: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    6.7l diesel engine – 2500/3500 68rfe transmission — if equipped maintaining your vehicle 203.

  • Page 206: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    6.7l diesel engine – 3500 as68rc hd transmission – if equipped maintaining your vehicle 204.

  • Page 207: Fluids And Capacities

    Fluids and capacities gasoline versions component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 3.6l engine we recommend you use mopar ® antifreeze/ coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology). 14 quarts (13 liters) engine coolant 5.7l 1500 models we recommen...

  • Page 208: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine oil with filter 5.7l for 2500/3500 trucks operating with a gross combined weight rating greater than 14,000 lbs/ (6,350 kg) we recommend you use api certified sae 5w-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of chrysler material standard ms...

  • Page 209: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities automatic transmission – eight-speed automatic use only mopar ® zf 8&9 speed atf™ auto- matic transmission fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. — automatic transmissi...

  • Page 210: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities power steering reservoir – 2500/3500 models we recommend you use mopar ® power steering fluid +4 or mopar ® atf+4 ® automatic transmission fluid. — fuel selection 3.6l 87 octane 1500 regular cab shortbed/crew quad cab - 26 gallons (98 liters) (a...

  • Page 211: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Diesel versions component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 3.0 l turbo diesel engine – 1500 models only we recommend you use mopar ® antifreeze/ coolant ten year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology). 11.6 quarts (11 liters) engine coolant 6.7l turbo diese...

  • Page 212: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities fuel selection 3.0l turbo diesel – 1500 models only use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with ultra low sulfur highway diesel fuel (15 ppm sulfur maximum) an...

  • Page 213: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities fuel selection 6.7l turbo diesel use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with ultra low sulfur highway diesel fuel (15 ppm sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use...

  • Page 214: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine oil filter 3.0l, 6.7l diesel engine we recommend you use mopar ® engine oil filters. — engine fuel filter 3.0l turbo diesel – 1500 models only we recommend you use mopar ® fuel filter. Must meet 3 micron rating. Using a fuel filter that d...

  • Page 215: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities front axle 1500 four-wheel drive models we recommend you use synthetic, gl-5 sae 75w-85. Limited slip additive is not required for limited-slip rear axles. — rear axle 1500 models we recommend you use mopar ® synthetic gear lubricant sae 75w-140...

  • Page 216: Caution!

    Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic additive technology (oat) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with hybrid or...

  • Page 217: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    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 “instrument cluster warning lights” in...

  • Page 218: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance chart — gasoline engine mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 14...

  • Page 219: Arning!

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,00...

  • Page 220: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance record odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 2 y ears 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 3 y ears 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 4 y ears 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 5 y ears 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 6 y ears 70,000 miles (112,000 km) or 7 y ears 80,00...

  • Page 221: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance schedule — 1500 3.0l diesel engine your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator mes...

  • Page 222: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance chart — diesel fuel up to b5 biodiesel (1500 diesel) mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 16,000 32,000 4...

  • Page 223: Arning!

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 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 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,00...

  • Page 224: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance schedule — b6 to b20 biodiesel (1500 diesel) note: • under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (12 875 km) or six months, whichever comes first when using biodiesel blends greater than 5% (b5). • the owner is required to monitor mileage for b6-b20 biodiesel, t...

  • Page 225: Arning!

    Maintenance chart — b6 to b20 biodiesel (1500 diesel) mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 16,000 32,000 48,000 64,00...

  • Page 226: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance record odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 2 y ears 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 3 y ears 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 4 y ears 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 5 y ears 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 6 y ears 70,000 miles (112,000 km) or 7 y ears 80,00...

  • Page 227: Caution!

    Maintenance schedule — 6.7l cummins® diesel engine caution! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. At each stop for fuel • check the engine oil level at least 30 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle ...

  • Page 228: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Oil change indicator system — cummins® diesel your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. This system will alert you when it is time to change your engine oil by displaying the words “oil change due” on your electronic vehicle information center (evic). The oil change remind...

  • Page 229: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance chart – cummins® diesel engine miles: 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 82,500 90,000 97,500 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 12,000 24,000 36,000 48,000 60,000 72,000 84,000 96,000 108,000 120,000 132,000 144,000 156,000 ...

  • Page 230: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Miles: 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 82,500 90,000 97,500 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 12,000 24,000 36,000 48,000 60,000 72,000 84,000 96,000 108,000 120,000 132,000 144,000 156,000 change automatic transmission fluid and fil...

  • Page 231: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintenance record (cummins® diesel engine) odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or 18 months 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 30 months 45,000 miles (7...

  • Page 232: Fuses

    Fuses power distribution center (fuses) the power distribution center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is s...

  • Page 233: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f23 30 amp pink body controller #1 f24 30 amp pink driver door module f25 30 amp pink front wiper low speed f25 30 amp pink front wiper high speed f26 30 amp pink antilock brakes/stability control module/valves f28 20 amp yellow trailer tow backup lights ...

  • Page 234: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f55 20 amp yellow e38 radio – if equipped f56 15 amp blue additional diesel content – if equipped f57 20 amp yellow transmission f58 20 amp yellow (gas engine) / 25 amp natural (cummins diesel) engine cooling pump f60 15 amp blue underhood lamp f61 20 amp...

  • Page 235: Caution!

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f81 20 amp yellow trailer tow right turn/stop lights f82 10 amp red steering column control module/cruise control f84 15 amp blue switch bank/instrument cluster f85 10 amp red airbag module f86 10 amp red airbag module f87 10 amp red air suspension/traile...

  • Page 236: Tire Pressures

    Tire pressures check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “tire and loading information” label located on the driver’s side door openi...

  • Page 237: Caution!

    Caution! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel's protective finish. Only mopar ® wheel...

  • Page 238: Warning!

    Chrysler group llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1–866–726–4636 chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1–800–465–2001 (english) phone: 1–800–387–9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired to assist customers who...

  • Page 239: Customer Assistance

    Note: • a street address is required when ordering manuals (no p.O. Boxes). • the owner's manual and user guide electronic files are also available on the chrysler, jeep, ram truck, dodge and srt websites. • click on the “for owners” tab, select “owner/service manuals”, then select your desired mode...

  • Page 240: Mopar® Accessories

    Authentic accessories by mopar® the following highlights just some of the many authentic ram truck accessories by mopar ® featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your ram truck. In choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extr...

  • Page 241: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions getting started how do i install my latch equipped child seat? Pg. 17 how do i program my front seat memory? Pg. 26 operating your vehicle how does the electronic range select (ers) operate? Pg. 38 electronics which radio is in my vehicle? • uconnect ® 3.0 pg. 67 • uconnec...

  • Page 242: Frequently Asked Questions

    Off-road capabilities how do i shift into different four-wheel drive selections? Pg. 126 utility how do i know how much i can tow with my ram truck? Pg. 136 how do i adjust the gain on the integrated trailer brake module? Pg. 138 what to do in emergencies how do i change a flat tire? Pg. 178 how do ...

  • Page 243: Index

    Adjustable pedals . . . . . . . . . . .31 air bag advance front air bag . . . . . .16 air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 air bag warning light . . . .16, 173 front air bag . . . . . . . . . . . .16 rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 side air bags . . . . . . . . . . . .16 side impacts . ...

  • Page 244: Index

    Emergency, in case of freeing vehicle when stuck . .196 overheating . . . . . . . . . . . .175 towing . . . . . . . . . . .169, 196 engine block heater . . . . . . . . . . .155 break-in recommendations . .32, 145, 155 compartment . . . . . . . . . . .199 malfunction indicator (check engine) . . . . ...

  • Page 245: Index

    Message center water in fuel . . . . . . .146, 156 mopar ® accessories. . . . . . . . .238 navigation . . . . . . . . . . . .85, 103 new vehicle break-in period . . . . . . . . . .32, 145, 155 oil change indicator . . . . . .174, 226 oil change indicator, reset . . . . .174 oil, engine capacity . . ...

  • Page 246: Index

    Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205 speed control accel/decel . . . . . . . . . . . .36 speed control (cruise control) . . . .35 starting cold weather . . . . . . . .146, 156 remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 starting procedures (diesel engines). . . . . . .145, 155 stuck, freeing. . . ....

  • Page 247: Notes

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  • Page 250: Notes

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  • Page 251: Important

    If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the owner’s manual, navigation/uconnect ® manuals or warranty booklet by calling 1-866-726-4636 (u.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (canada) or by contacting your dealer. Important this user guide is in...

  • Page 252

    Download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual or warranty booklet by visiting the owners tab at www.Ramtrucks.Com (u.S.) or www.Ramtruck.Ca (canada). 14d241-926-aa ram trucks 1500/2500/3500 fourth edition rev 1 user guide.