RAM 2022 1500DT Owner's manual

THIRD EDITION

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OWNER’S MANUAL

2022 RAM 1500

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 10

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................................. 19

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ......................................................108

4 STARTING AND OPERATING ...............................................................................................144

5 MULTIMEDIA .............................................................................................................................. 237

6 SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................319

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .....................................................................................................381

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................... 402

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................476

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................487

11 INDEX ..............................................................................................................................................491

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INTRODUCTION

SYMBOLS KEY........................................................ 11

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS........................... 11

CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER

LOADING ................................................................. 11

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS.......... 13

SYMBOL GLOSSARY.............................................. 13

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS ........................................................................ 19

Key Fob .............................................................19

SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 23

IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 23

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................23

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) .... 24

How To Use Remote Start................................25

To Exit Remote Start Mode..............................26

Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —

If Equipped........................................................26

Remote Start Comfort Systems —

If Equipped........................................................26

Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer

Activation — If Equipped ..................................27

Remote Start Abort Message ..........................27

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL) .......... 27

How To Use Remote Start................................27

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....28

To Arm The System ..........................................28

To Disarm The System.....................................28

Rearming Of The System .................................29

Security System Manual Override...................29

DOORS ....................................................................29

Manual Door Locks ..........................................29

Power Door Locks — If Equipped.....................30

Power Side Steps — If Equipped .....................30

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry............31

Automatic Unlock Doors On

Exit — If Equipped.............................................33

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped..............33

Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors........................................................33

STEERING WHEEL..................................................34

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column...................34

Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped............34

DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED.....35

Programming The Memory Feature ................35

Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob

To Memory........................................................35

Memory Position Recall ...................................36

SEATS ......................................................................36

Manual Adjustment

(Front Seats) — If Equipped .............................36

Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)....................38

Power Adjustment (Front Seats) —

If Equipped .......................................................38

Heated Seats — If Equipped ...........................40

Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......................41

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers ........................42

Head Restraints ............................................42

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION —

IF EQUIPPED........................................................... 44

Introducing Voice Recognition ........................44

Basic Voice Commands ...................................44

Get Started .......................................................44

Additional Information .....................................45

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —

IF EQUIPPED........................................................... 45

MIRRORS................................................................ 46

Inside Rearview Mirror.....................................46

Illuminated Vanity Mirror .................................47

Outside Mirrors ................................................48

Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors —

If Equipped .......................................................48

Power Mirrors ...................................................48

Power Folding Outside Mirrors For

Standard And Trailer Tow — If Equipped ........49

Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ..............50

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .........................50

Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .....50

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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER

(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED............................. 50

Before You Begin Programming

HomeLink®.......................................................51

Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ............51

Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling

Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device...................51

Programming HomeLink® To A Garage

Door Opener .....................................................52

Programming HomeLink® To A

Miscellaneous Device ......................................53

Reprogramming A Single

HomeLink® Button ..........................................53

Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .........53

Security .............................................................54

Troubleshooting Tips........................................54

EXTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 55

Headlight Switch .............................................55

Multifunction Lever .........................................56

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) ......................56

High/Low Beam Switch ..................................56

Automatic High Beam Headlamp

Control — If Equipped ......................................56

Flash-To-Pass ..................................................57

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..............57

Parking Lights And Panel Lights......................57

Automatic Headlights With Wipers..................57

Headlight Delay ................................................57

Lights-On Reminder .........................................57

Fog Lights — If Equipped .................................58

Turn Signals ....................................................58

Lane Change Assist — If Equipped..................58

Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/

Trailer Hitch Light With Bed Lights —

If Equipped........................................................58

Battery Saver....................................................59

INTERIOR LIGHTS ..................................................60

Courtesy Lights.................................................60

Illuminated Entry .............................................62

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS...............62

Windshield Wiper Operation............................62

Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ................63

CLIMATE CONTROLS..............................................64

Automatic Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions ..................................................64

Manual Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions ..................................................67

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —

If Equipped........................................................69

Climate Voice Recognition — If Equipped.......70

Operating Tips .................................................70

INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ...............71

Storage..............................................................71

USB/AUX Control ..........................................76

Electrical Power Outlets .................................78

Power Inverter — If Equipped ..........................80

Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ............81

WINDOWS .............................................................. 82

Power Windows ................................................82

Automatic Window Features ...........................82

Reset Auto-Up ..................................................83

Window Lockout Switch...................................83

Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped ....83

Manual Sliding Rear Window —

If Equipped .......................................................83

Wind Buffeting .................................................84

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 84

Single Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped .....84

Dual Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped........85

HOOD....................................................................... 87

To Open The Hood............................................87

To Close The Hood ...........................................88

TAILGATE ................................................................ 88

Opening.............................................................88

Closing ..............................................................88

Locking Tailgate ...............................................88

Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped .............89

Tailgate Removal .............................................90

Bed Step — If Equipped ...................................92

PICKUP BOX .......................................................... 94

Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped ......95

RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED...................................... 96

Locking And Unlocking RamBox......................97

RamBox Cargo Storage Bins ...........................97

RamBox Safety Warning..................................99

Bed Divider — If Equipped ...............................99

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TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................101

Tonneau Cover Components ........................ 101

Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Folding For

Driving Or Removal........................................ 102

Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation ............. 105

Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning ................. 107

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

GASOLINE .............................................................108

Base / Midline Instrument Cluster

Descriptions — Gasoline ............................... 109

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

GASOLINE .............................................................110

Premium Instrument Cluster

Descriptions — Gasoline ............................... 111

BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

DIESEL...................................................................112

Base / Midline Instrument Cluster

Descriptions — Diesel .................................. 113

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

DIESEL...................................................................115

Premium Instrument Cluster

Descriptions — Diesel ................................... 116

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY...................... 117

Instrument Cluster Display Location

and Controls .................................................. 117

Oil Life Reset ................................................. 118

Display Menu Items ...................................... 119

Head Up Display (HUD) — If Equipped ........ 126

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages .... 127

Displays.......................................................... 128

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning

Messages....................................................... 129

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning

Messages....................................................... 129

Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode

Message — Electrical Load Reduction

Actions — If Equipped.................................... 130

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES................. 131

Red Warning Lights....................................... 131

Yellow Warning Lights................................... 134

Yellow Indicator Lights.................................. 138

Green Indicator Lights .................................. 140

White Indicator Lights ................................... 141

Blue Indicator Lights ..................................... 142

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —

OBD II.................................................................... 142

Onboard Diagnostic System

(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................... 142

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .............................. 143

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE ......................................144

Automatic Transmission ............................... 145

Tip Start Feature .......................................... 145

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition .................. 145

Normal Starting Using ENGINE

START/STOP Button — Gasoline Engine...... 145

AutoPark ........................................................ 146

If Engine Fails To Start ................................. 147

Normal Starting Using ENGINE

START/STOP Button — Diesel Engine .......... 148

Cold Weather Operation

(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ............................ 149

After Starting ................................................. 149

Starting Fluids — Diesel Engine Only ........... 149

NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE .........149

Cold Weather Precautions............................ 150

Engine Idling.................................................. 151

Stopping The Engine..................................... 151

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED..........152

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

GASOLINE ENGINE ..............................................153

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

DIESEL ENGINE....................................................153

PARKING BRAKE .................................................153

Electric Park Brake (EPB) ............................ 153

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION..............................156

Ignition Park Interlock................................... 157

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock

(BTSI) System ............................................... 157

8-Speed Automatic Transmission ................ 157

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................162

Four-Position Electronically Shifted

Transfer Case — If Equipped ........................ 162

Five-Position Electronically Shifted

Transfer Case — If Equipped ........................ 164

ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR

SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............167

Description..................................................... 167

Air Suspension Modes .................................. 169

Instrument Cluster Display Messages ......... 169

Operation ....................................................... 170

ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER

AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

(OFF-ROAD GROUP) — IF EQUIPPED .................171

Description..................................................... 171

Air Suspension Modes .................................. 173

Instrument Cluster Display Messages ......... 173

Operation ....................................................... 173

AXLE LOCK SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ................174

LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL —

IF EQUIPPED .......................................................175

POWER STEERING ..............................................175

Electric Power Steering ................................ 175

FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L

ENGINES ONLY — IF EQUIPPED......................... 176

STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED............. 176

Autostop Mode .............................................. 176

Possible Reasons The Engine Does

Not Autostop.................................................. 177

To Start The Engine While In

Autostop Mode .............................................. 177

To Manually Turn Off The Stop/

Start System .................................................. 178

To Manually Turn On The

Stop/Start System......................................... 178

System Malfunction ...................................... 178

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 178

Cruise Control................................................ 178

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ..................... 180

PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK

ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ....................... 189

ParkSense Sensors....................................... 190

ParkSense Warning Display ......................... 190

ParkSense Display ........................................ 190

Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or

Rear ParkSense............................................. 193

Service The ParkSense Park

Assist System ................................................ 193

Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 194

ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 194

PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST

SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....................................195

Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense

Active Park Assist System............................. 195

Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space

Assistance Operation.................................... 196

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ..............................199

LaneSense Operation ................................... 199

Turning LaneSense On Or Off....................... 200

LaneSense Warning Message...................... 200

Changing LaneSense Status ........................ 202

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ...............202

SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................204

Forward Facing Camera With

Tire Lines — If Equipped ............................... 206

TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED .................207

Trailer Surround View Camera System —

If Equipped .................................................... 207

AUX Camera — If Equipped........................... 210

REFUELING THE VEHICLE —

GASOLINE ENGINE ..............................................210

REFUELING THE VEHICLE —

DIESEL ENGINE....................................................212

Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel................... 212

Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel .................. 212

Diesel Exhaust Fluid ..................................... 213

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage ....................... 213

Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid......................... 213

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VEHICLE LOADING...............................................215

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......... 215

Payload .......................................................... 215

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)................ 215

Tire Size.......................................................... 215

Rim Size ......................................................... 215

Inflation Pressure .......................................... 215

Curb Weight ................................................... 215

Loading .......................................................... 216

TRAILER TOWING ................................................216

Common Towing Definitions......................... 216

Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum

Trailer Weight................................................. 219

Trailer Towing Weights

(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)............... 220

Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................... 220

Trailer Reverse Steering Control .................. 220

Towing Requirements ................................... 222

Towing Tips .................................................... 228

SNOWPLOW .........................................................229

Before Plowing............................................... 229

Snowplow Prep Package Model

Availability...................................................... 229

Over The Road Operation With

Snowplow Attached....................................... 230

Operating Tips ............................................... 230

General Maintenance ................................... 230

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 231

Towing This Vehicle Behind

Another Vehicle ............................................. 231

Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel

Drive Models.................................................. 232

Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel

Drive Models.................................................. 232

DRIVING TIPS....................................................... 235

Driving On Slippery Surfaces ....................... 235

Driving Through Water ................................. 235

Off-Road Driving Tips .................................. 236

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................... 237

CYBERSECURITY ................................................. 237

UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................ 238

Customer Programmable Features ............. 238

UCONNECT INTRODUCTION ............................... 266

System Overview .......................................... 266

Safety And General Information .................. 268

UCONNECT MODES............................................. 269

Steering Wheel Audio Controls —

If Equipped..................................................... 269

Radio Mode .................................................. 269

Media Mode .................................................. 277

Phone Mode ................................................. 279

CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................289

Is My Vehicle Connected? ............................ 289

Introduction To Connected Vehicle

Services ........................................................ 289

Getting Started With Connected

Vehicle Services ........................................... 291

Using SiriusXM Guardian™ .......................... 292

Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™

Account .......................................................... 304

CONNECTED SERVICES FAQS ...........................304

Connected Services SOS FAQs —

If Equipped ................................................... 304

Connected Services Remote Door

Lock/Unlock FAQs ........................................ 304

Connected Services Roadside

Assistance FAQs ........................................... 305

Connected Services Send & Go FAQs —

If Equipped ................................................... 305

Connected Services Vehicle

Finder FAQs .................................................. 305

Connected Services Stolen Vehicle

Assistance FAQs — If Equipped ................... 306

Connected Services Remote Vehicle

Start FAQs ..................................................... 306

Connected Services Remote

Horn & Lights FAQs ....................................... 307

Connected Services Account

FAQs — If Equipped ....................................... 307

Data Collection & Privacy ............................. 309

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RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES......309

Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 309

PERFORMANCE PAGES — IF EQUIPPED...........310

Timers ............................................................ 311

Gauges ........................................................... 311

G-Force........................................................... 312

Dynamometer (Dyno)/Engine....................... 312

Vehicle Dynamics .......................................... 313

OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED ...................313

Off-Road Pages Status Bar .......................... 314

Vehicle Dynamics ......................................... 315

Accessory Gauge ........................................... 316

Pitch & Roll .................................................... 317

Suspension .................................................... 318

Forward Facing Camera................................ 318

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES ..............................................319

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 319

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 320

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..........................327

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —

If Equipped .................................................... 327

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

With Mitigation — If Equipped....................... 333

Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) .............................................. 336

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 342

Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 342

Important Safety Precautions ...................... 342

Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 343

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 349

Child Restraints ............................................ 363

SAFETY TIPS ........................................................ 377

Transporting Passengers.............................. 377

Transporting Pets ....................................... 377

Connected Vehicles ...................................... 377

Safety Checks You Should Make

Inside The Vehicle ........................................ 377

Periodic Safety Checks You Should

Make Outside The Vehicle............................ 379

Exhaust Gas................................................... 380

Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 380

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS......................... 381

ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED...... 382

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING......................... 385

Preparations For Jacking .............................. 385

Jack Location................................................. 386

Removal Of Jack And Tools .......................... 386

Removing The Spare Tire.............................. 387

Jacking Instructions ...................................... 389

To Stow The Flat Or Spare ........................... 391

Reinstalling The Jack And Tools................... 392

JUMP STARTING .................................................393

Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 394

Jump Starting Procedure.............................. 394

REFUELING IN EMERGENCY...............................395

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ...........................396

MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...................................397

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ...............................398

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE..........................399

Two-Wheel Drive Models .............................. 400

Four-Wheel Drive Models ............................. 400

Emergency Tow Hooks —

If Equipped .................................................... 401

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) ...................................................401

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).........................401

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED SERVICING —

GASOLINE ENGINE ..............................................402

Maintenance Plan......................................... 403

SCHEDULED SERVICING —

DIESEL ENGINE....................................................407

Maintenance Plan — Diesel Fuel Up

To B5 Biodiesel ............................................ 408

Additional Maintenance — B6 To B20

Biodiesel ........................................................ 411

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................................412

3.6L Engine With Stop/Start ....................... 412

5.7L Engine Without Stop/Start................... 413

5.7L Engine With Stop/Start ........................ 414

3.0L Diesel Engine ........................................ 415

Checking Oil Level ......................................... 416

Adding Washer Fluid ................................... 416

Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 416

Pressure Washing ......................................... 417

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................................417

Engine Oil ..................................................... 417

Engine Oil Filter ........................................... 418

Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................. 418

Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter —

Diesel Engine ................................................ 421

Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter

Replacement — Diesel Engine...................... 422

Priming If The Engine Has Run Out

Of Fuel — Diesel Engine ................................ 422

Intervention Regeneration Strategy —

Message Process Flow (Diesel Engine) ....... 423

Diesel Exhaust Fluid...................................... 423

Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 424

Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................... 426

Body Lubrication ........................................... 427

Windshield Wiper Blades ............................. 427

Exhaust System............................................. 429

Cooling System ............................................. 430

Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler

(Diesel Engine) .............................................. 433

Brake System ............................................... 433

Automatic Transmission .............................. 434

Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle

Fluid Level...................................................... 435

Transfer Case ................................................ 436

Fuses.............................................................. 436

Bulb Replacement ........................................ 448

TIRES..................................................................... 454

Tire Safety Information ................................. 454

Tires — General Information......................... 461

Tire Types....................................................... 465

Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 465

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care......................... 467

Snow Traction Devices ................................ 468

Tire Rotation Recommendations ................ 470

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....................471

Treadwear...................................................... 471

Traction Grades............................................. 471

Temperature Grades..................................... 471

STORING THE VEHICLE .......................................472

BODYWORK..........................................................472

Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 472

Body And Underbody Maintenance ............. 472

Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 472

INTERIORS ...........................................................474

Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 474

Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 475

Leather Surfaces........................................... 475

Glass Surfaces ............................................. 475

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN).........476

BRAKE SYSTEM ..................................................476

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE

SPECIFICATIONS..................................................476

Torque Specifications ................................. 476

FUEL REQUIREMENTS —

GASOLINE ENGINE ..............................................477

3.6L Engine.................................................... 477

5.7L Engine.................................................... 477

Reformulated Gasoline................................. 477

Materials Added To Fuel .............................. 478

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ........................ 478

Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex

Fuel Vehicles.................................................. 478

CNG And LP Fuel System

Modifications ................................................. 478

Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese

Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline...................... 479

Fuel System Cautions ................................... 479

FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ........ 479

Diesel Fuel Specifications ............................ 480

Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ....................... 480

FLUID CAPACITIES .............................................. 482

ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS................... 483

CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................ 486

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE

FOR YOUR VEHICLE ........................................... 487

Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 487

Prepare A List ................................................ 487

Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 487

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................ 487

FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 487

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center............... 487

Mexico............................................................ 488

Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands................ 488

Customer Assistance For The Hearing

Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY).................... 488

Service Contract ........................................... 488

WARRANTY INFORMATION................................489

MOPAR® PARTS .................................................489

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ..........................489

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C............................................ 489

In Canada ...................................................... 489

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ..........................490

GENERAL INFORMATION....................................490

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ram vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers

differently from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the two-wheel drive version

of this vehicle was designed for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering,

transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve with experience. When driving

off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial

and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a collision Úpage 235.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your

vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its

customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before

driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and

enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the

text. Therefore, you should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced

throughout the Owner's Information, which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in

this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced.

For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an

authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Ram vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care

about your satisfaction.

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SYMBOLS KEY

If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or

special equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/body

builders. US residents refer to the Warranty Information, Section 2.1.C.

Canadian residents refer to the “What Is Not Covered” section of the Warranty

Information. Such equipment includes video monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray™,

heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and service on these

items, contact the applicable manufacturer.

CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING

This information is provided in fulfillment of the requirement by the United

States Government, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic

Safety Administration, that “every manufacturer of trucks that are capable of

accommodating slide-in campers, manufactured on or after April 1, 1973 shall

provide... at the time of original purchase to the first person who purchases the

truck”... information on Truck Camper Loading.

A slide-in camper document is provided in your vehicle’s glove

compartment that contains your Vehicle Identification Number, truck model,

cargo weight rating, and the forward/rearward limit of a camper. To obtain

additional dimensional and technical specifications for your vehicle,

please visit https://www.ramtrucks.com .

WARNING!

These statements are against operating

procedures that could result in a collision, bodily

injury and/or death.

CAUTION! These statements are against procedures that

could result in damage to your vehicle.

NOTE:

A suggestion which will improve installation,

operation, and reliability. If not followed, may result

in damage.

TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier

use of the product or functionality.

PAGE REFERENCE

ARROW Follow this reference for additional information on

a particular feature.

FOOTNOTE

Supplementary and relevant information

pertaining to the topic.

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Figure 1 illustrates the dimensions describing the forward and rearward limits of the zone in which the Center of Gravity (CG) of a slide-in camper must be located,

to provide satisfactory vehicle handling and to prevent overload of the front and rear axles.

Figure 2 illustrates a proper match between truck and camper.

NOTE:

The camper Center of Gravity falls within the specified zone.

A — Forward Limit of Camper CG

B — Rearward Limit of Camper CG

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When the truck is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the

truck consists of the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the weight of

installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer’s

camper weight figure, the weight of camper cargo, and the weight of

passengers in the camper. The total cargo load should not exceed the truck’s

cargo weight rating and the camper’s CG should fall within the truck’s

recommended CG zone when installed.

Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of

your vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the

front and rear wheels separately, to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads

should not exceed either of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of

the axle loads should not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to get the total weight

below the ratings.

NOTE:

These ratings are also provided on the vehicle certification label located on the

driver’s side B-pillar. See Úpage 215 for more information.

For any additional instructions, please contact your conversion/camper

manufacturer or an authorized dealer.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating

precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to

follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of

each symbol Úpage 131.

NOTE:

Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and

current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its

roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious

injury or death.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

Úpage 131

Battery Charge Warning Light

Úpage 132

Brake Warning Light

Úpage 132

Door Open Warning Light

Úpage 132

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

Úpage 133

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Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light

Úpage 133

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Úpage 133

Hood Open Warning Light

Úpage 133

Oil Pressure Warning Light

Úpage 133

Oil Temperature Warning Light

Úpage 134

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

Úpage 134

Red Warning Lights

Tailgate Open Warning Light

Úpage 134

Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light

Úpage 134

Transmission Temperature Warning Light

Úpage 134

Vehicle Security Warning Light

Úpage 134

Yellow Warning Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light

Úpage 134

Air Suspension Fault Warning Light

Úpage 135

Red Warning Lights

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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Úpage 135

Cruise Control Fault Warning Light

Úpage 136

Electric Park Brake Warning Light

Úpage 135

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light

Úpage 135

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light

Úpage 135

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

Úpage 136

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

Úpage 135

Yellow Warning Lights

Low Fuel Warning Light

Úpage 135

Rear Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light

Úpage 136

Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light

Úpage 136

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light

Úpage 136

Service 4WD Warning Light

Úpage 136

Service LaneSense Warning Light

Úpage 135

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

Úpage 137

Yellow Warning Lights

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Yellow Indicator Lights

Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Normal Height Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Cargo Light Active Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Entry/Exit Indicator Light

Úpage 139

Forward Collision Warning Off Indicator Light

Úpage 138

Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light

Úpage 138

NEUTRAL Indicator Light

Úpage 139

Yellow Indicator Lights

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Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light

Úpage 139

TOW/HAUL Indicator Light

Úpage 139

Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

Úpage 139

4WD Indicator Light

Úpage 139

4WD Low Indicator Light

Úpage 139

4WD High Indicator Light

Úpage 139

Yellow Indicator Lights

Wait To Start Light Indicator Light

Úpage 139

Water In Fuel Indicator Light

Úpage 140

Green Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light

Úpage 140

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected

Indicator Light

Úpage 140

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

Úpage 141

Yellow Indicator Lights

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ECO Mode Indicator Light

Úpage 140

Front Fog Indicator Light

Úpage 140

LaneSense Indicator Light

Úpage 140

Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light

Úpage 140

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light

Úpage 141

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

Úpage 141

4WD AUTO Indicator Light

Úpage 141

Green Indicator Lights White Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light

Úpage 141

Cruise Control Ready Indicator

Úpage 141

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

Úpage 141

Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light

Úpage 141

LaneSense Indicator Light

Úpage 141

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

Úpage 142

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