Dodge Ram Power Wagon Operations Instructions

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped ...22▫ To Unlock The Doors ...23▫ To Lock The Doors ...24▫ Using The Pani

Conference CallWhen two calls are in progress (one active and one onhold), press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear adouble beep indicating th

until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation ofthe call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of thecall to the mobile phone.•After ignition

If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ systemis operational, you may reach the emergency number asfollows:•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.

PagingTo learn how to page, refer to section ⬙Working withAutomated Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except forpagers of certain companies which time-o

Turning Confirmation Prompts On/OffTurning confirmation prompts off will stop the systemfrom confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnect™ sys-tem will

•Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Mute.⬙In order to un-mute the UConnect™ system:•Press the

List Paired Cellular Phone Names•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Setup Phone pairing”.•When pr

Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Setup Phone Pairing.⬙•

•fully closed windows,•dry weather condition.•Even though the system is designed for users speakingin North American English, French, and Spanish ac-c

•Performance, such as, audio clarity, echo. and loud-ness to a large degree, rely on the phone and network,and not the UConnect™ system.•Echo at far e

▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS)—Airbag ...45▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...56▫ Child Restra

110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1113

112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

North American EnglishPrimary Alternate(s)Zero OhAdd location Add newAll All of themConfirmation prompts Confirmations promptsDelete a name DeleteLang

40-20-40 Front SeatAs the name implies, the seat is divided into 3 segments.The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the totalwidth of the seat. The

Reclining SeatsThe recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion.Pull up on the handle to release the seat back and adjustfor comfort.WARNING!

To lower the head restraint, push in the button and thenpush down on the head restraint.Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — IfEquippedRotating t

Power Seats — If EquippedCAUTION!Don’t put anything under a power seat. It may causedamage to the seat controls.The power seat controls are on the out

control seat height. Change the seat angle by using thetwo toggle switches, tilting it up or down.Heated Seats — If EquippedThe heated seat switches a

the switch a third time will turn the heated seats OFF. Ifyou do not purposefully turn the switch OFF, the seatheating level will automatically change

POWER WAGON: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORESTARTING YOUR VEHICLEYour Power Wagon is a specialty vehicle, equipped withseveral features not available on other p

released you must reach into the opening beneath thecenter of the grille and push up the latch to release thesafety catch before raising the hood.To p

LIGHTS Interior LightsCourtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side

open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmercontrol all the way down to the OFF detent will cause allthe interior lights to go out. This i

Headlamp DelayTo aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with aheadlamp delay that will leave the headlamps on for 90seconds. This delay is initiat

To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses andreducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. Toremove road dirt, wash with a mild soa

CARGO Light — If EquippedThe cargo lights are turned on by pressing on theCARGO button. The interior lights will also turn onwhen the cargo lights are

You can signal a lane change by moving the leverpartially up or down.Passing LightYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bypartially pull

High Beam / Low Beam Select SwitchPull the multifunction control lever fully toward thesteering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH orLOW beam.Wi

Intermittent Wiper SystemThe intermittent feature of this system was designed foruse when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle,with a variabl

To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer systemin cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets orexceeds the temperature range of your

SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPEDWith this system, an electronically coded ignition keysends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronicsrecognizes

WARNING!Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle

To Set At A Desired SpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressand release the SET button. Release the accelerator andthe vehicle will

Tapping the ACCEL button once will result in a speedincrease (refer to the table below for the speed for yourspecific engine). Each time the button is

To Accelerate For PassingDepress the accelerator as you would normally. When thepedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.NOTE: When

OVERHEAD CONSOLE— IF EQUIPPEDThe two optional overhead consoles may consist of thefollowing features:•Courtesy/Reading Lights•Compass/Temperature Mini

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITHCOMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER— IF EQUIPPEDThis optional overhead console consists of the following:•Courtesy Lights•Comp

RESET ButtonUse this button to reset the following displays:Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Trip Odometer (ODO)Elapsed time (ET)Global ResetIf the RESET

Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.Average fuel economy is a running average of theamount of fuel used

Trip Odometer (ODO)This display shows the distance traveled since the lastreset. Resetting of this screen will cause the trip odometerto change to Zer

WARNING!Even if the display still reads a few degrees above32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularlyin woods or on bridges. Drive careful

replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be per-formed at an authorized dealer or by using the CustomerKey Programming procedure. This procedure c

Compass Variance is the difference between magneticnorth and geographic north. In some areas of the country,the difference between magnetic and geogra

NOTE: The default for the compass variance is zone 8.To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set thedisplay to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDThe HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices

WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to people andpets in the path of the door. People or pets could beseriously or fatally injured. Only use

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can ca

2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3inches (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink buttons whilekeeping the indicator light in view.3. Simult

7. Firmly press and release the ⬙learn⬙ or ⬙smart⬙ button.(The name and color of the button may vary by manu-facturer.)NOTE: There are 30 seconds in w

successfully been accepted by HomeLink. (The indicatorlight will flash slowly and then rapidly.) Proceed with⬙Programming⬙ step four to complete.Using

SecurityIf you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, holddown both outside buttons u

WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by

2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.NOTE: Changes or modification

Closing Sunroof - ExpressPress the switch forward and release, and the sunroofwill close automatically from any position. The sunroofwill close fully

Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit

CAUTION!Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e.

As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operateswith the ignition switch ON. It heats when pushed in andpops out automatically when ready for u

Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab — If EquippedQuad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup-holder that consists of two cupwells for rear passengerconven

WARNING!•This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on thearmrest could be seriously injured during vehicleoperation, or an accident. Only use the cent

FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPEDFold Flat Load Floor — If EquippedQuad Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat, may beequipped with a folding load floor.W

2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob untilthe load floor unfolds into position.3. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor.Unfol

Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Underthe Seat1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.2. Unsnap the securing snap locate

PICKUP BOXThe pickup box on your new Ram has many featuresdesigned for utility and convenience.NOTE: If you are installing a toolbox to the front of t

Automatic TransmissionsIn the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systemsare locked to provide antitheft protection for your ve-hicle. It may be

WARNING!•Care should always be exercised when operating avehicle with unrestrained cargo. Vehicle speedsmay need to be reduced. Severe turns or roughr

EASY-OFF TAILGATEThe tailgate can be removed quickly. Tailgate removal issometimes required for pickup box loading. To removethe tailgate unlatch the

WARNING!To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly,the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Capor Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls ...166䡵 Instrument Cluster ...167䡵 Instrument C

▫ Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3Audio Play) ...192▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 192䡵 Sales Code RAK

▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (IfEquipped) ...209䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 210▫ Radio Opera

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1674

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Check GagesThis light illuminates when the Voltmeter, EngineOil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperaturegages indicate

CAUTION!Do not operate the engine with the tachometerpointer at high rpm for extended periods. Enginedamage may occur.5. Airbag Indicator LightThe ind

DOOR KEYThe same key used to start the vehicle is also used tounlock the doors. To unlock the vehicle doors, insert thekey into the lock and turn.To l

NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme ofthe gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminateand a single chime will sound.10. Transfer

CAUTION!Do not leave your vehicle unattended with theengine running as you would not be able to react tothe temperature indicator if the engine overhe

NOTE: The odometer/trip odometer Vacuum Fluores-cent Display will also may display GASCAP, whichindicates that your gas cap is possibly loose or damag

CAUTION!Prolonged driving with the MIL on could causedamage to the engine control system. It also couldaffect fuel economy and driveability.If the MIL

that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is notfunctioning and that service is required. See your autho-rized dealer immediately. The ABS light

24. Low Washer Fluid LightThis light comes on when the washer fluid level fallsbelow approximately 1/4 full. The light will remain onuntil fluid is ad

29. Door AjarThe Door Ajar light will illuminate when anydoor is opened. When the ignition is ON theDoor Ajar light will stay illuminated until theope

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)RADIO WITH OPTIONAL HANDS FREE PHONECAPABILITYOperating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must

Mode Button (Radio Mode)Press the mode button repeatedly to select between theCD player or Satellite Radio (if equipped).SEEK Button (Radio Mode)Press

RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tunerto search for the next frequency in the direction of thearrows. This feature

Power Door Locks — If EquippedNOTE: Vehicles equipped with remote keyless entry donot have a passenger side door lock cylinder.Vehicles equipped with

Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this stationand press and release that button. If a button is notselected within 5 seconds after pressin

NOTE:•You may insert or eject a disc with the radio or ignitionswitch OFF.•If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the CD will aut

NOTE: RND Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on

Operating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary

NOTE: In Hands Free Phone (if equipped) mode, theMUTE button mutes the microphone.SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to

Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLEwill display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left toincrease or decrease the Treble tones.

Top 40 Top_40Country CountryOldies OldiesSoft SoftNostalgia NostalgiaJazz JazzClassical ClassicalRhythm and Blues Rhythm_and_BluesSoft Rhythm and Blue

NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compactdiscs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritablecompact discs (CD-RW) compact discs with MP

SCAN Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play)Press the Scan button to scan through each track on theCD currently playing.LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode For CD A

TIME Button (CD MODE For CD Audio Play)Press this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display and small clock time display to ala

Automatic Door LocksIf this feature is enabled, your door locks will lockautomatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph.This feature is enabled

Notes On Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3file recording media and formats are limited. Whenwriting MP3 files, pa

Supported MP3 file formatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may

Playback of MP3 filesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

LOAD / EJECT - EjectPress the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push-button with the corresponding number wherethe CD was loaded and the disc will unloadand

AM/FM Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Switches back to Radio mode.RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)Pressing this button plays files randomly.SET/DIR

SALES CODE RAK – AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD(6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITERADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, andWMA CAPABILITIESNOTE: The radio sales

SEEK Button (Radio Mode)Press and release the SEEK button to search for the nextstation in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.Press the righ

RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the rewind/fast forward button causes the tunerto search for the next frequency in the direction of thearrows. This feature

within 5 seconds will allow the program format type tobe selected. Many radio stations do not currently broad-cast PTY information.Turn the tune knob

By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon isdisplayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequencystation with the same selected PTY name. The P

Auto Unlock Feature ProgrammingCustomer Programming sequence to enable or disablethe Auto Unlock Feature:1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.2.

Fast Forward (FF)Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tapein the direction that it is playing. The tape will advanceuntil the button is p

Noise ReductionThe Dolby Noise Reduction System* is on whenever thetape player is on, but may be switched off.To turn off the Dolby Noise reduction Sy

SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)Press the right side of the SEEK button for the nextselection on the CD. Press the left side of the button tore

radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display⬙INSERT DISC” for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes the radiowill go to the previous tuner mode.The disc c

Buttons1-6(CDMODE for CD Audio Play)Selects disc positions1-6forPlay/Load/Eject.Notes On Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files, however, accep

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3extension may

Playback of MP3 and WMA FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of fold

The radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when thedisc is loading.LOAD / EJT - EjectPress the LOAD/ EJT button and the push-button with the correspon

AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Switches back to Radio mode.RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Pressing this button plays files randomly.SET/DIR

SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIOWITH NAVIGATION SYSTEMSatellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3Capability (REC) - combines a Global-P

Child Protection Door LockTo provide a safer environment for children riding in therear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child-protection

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel

Tape PlayerPressing the top of the switch once will go to the nextselection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of theswitch once will go to the begi

5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewinda loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tapedrive gear and twist the pencil

NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theftprotection encoding. Try a known good dis

Heater Only — Fleet VehiclesThe mode control (at the right of the control panel) can beset in any of the following positions:NOTE: To improve your sel

Bi-LevelOutside air flows through the outlets located in theinstrument panel and at the floor.MixOutside air flows in equal proportions through theflo

Air Conditioning and Heating — If EquippedAir Conditioning OperationTo turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fancontrol at any speed and press the sno

NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the systemallows you to operate at intermediate positions betweenthe major modes. These intermediate position

Blower ControlThe rotary knob on the left of thecontrol panel is the blower control.Turn the knob clockwise to one of thefour positions to obtain the

Electric Rear Window Defroster and HeatedSideview Mirrors — If EquippedThe Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heatedside view mirrors are activated by

WARNING!Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection lo

Air Conditioning and Heating OperationTo turn on the Air Conditioning, set the fan control at anyspeed and press the snowflake button located on theco

NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the systemallows you to operate at intermediate positions betweenthe major modes. These intermediate position

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates inboth Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even ifthe A/C button has not been pressed. This dehu

Use this control to regulate the temperature of the airinside the passenger compartment. This is accomplishedby having separate temperature control sl

Operating TipsFast CooldownFor a fast cooldown, turn the blower fan rotary knob tothe extreme right position, turn the mode control to thepanel fresh

Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with anon-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water worksvery well) will help prevent contaminates (c

Operating Tips Chart226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Axle Locker System ...231䡵 Stabilizer/Sway Bar System ...234䡵 Power Wagon – Safe Off-Roa

䡵 Ignition/Starter Switch ...275▫ Lock ...276▫ Off ...276▫ On...

▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)— If Equipped ...294䡵 Power Steering ...296䡵 Multi Displacement Syst

To unlock the doors:Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key fobonce to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlockall the doors. When the

▫ MMT In Gasoline ...318▫ Sulfur In Gasoline ...319▫ Materials Added To Fuel ...319▫ Adding Fuel ...

Axle Locker SystemDodge Power Wagons are equipped with electronicallylocking front and rear axles. Locking the axles providesgreater traction in sever

The switch has three positions, AXLE UNLOCK, REARLOCK, and FRONT/REAR. Under normal driving con-ditions the switch should be left in the AXLE UNLOCKpo

NOTE: Left to right wheel speed difference may benecessary to allow the axle to fully lock. If the indicatorlight is flashing after placing the switch

Stabilizer/Sway Bar SystemPower Wagon vehicles are equipped with an electronicdisconnecting stabilizer/sway bar. This system allowsgreater front suspe

To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4HIor 4LO as shown in Four Wheel Drive Operation andpress the top of the stabilizer/sway bar bu

vehicle (ORV) trails or recreation areas. You shouldalways tread lightly and only use established roads, trailsor ORV recreational areas. The National

Angles A, B, C, and DSTARTING AND OPERATING 2375

Water Fording CharacteristicsWater fording characteristic is the vehicle’s ability tocross a body of still water, where the powertrain anddrivetrain a

CAUTION!The door sill height is 25 inches. Water may intrudeinto the interior of the vehicle at greater depths.Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operati

To lock the doors:Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter tolock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors arelocked, the parking

WARNING!Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie downcargo. Unsecured cargo can become projectiles in anoff-road situation.When To Use Low RangeWhen

CAUTION!On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at highengine rpm’s or vehicle speeds because engine brak-ing may cause skidding and loss of contro

CAUTION!Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating andtotal loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tireunseating, while at a reduced tire pr

Crossing Large RocksWhen approaching large rocks, choose a path whichensures you drive over the largest of them with yourtires. This will lift your un

WARNING!There is an increased risk of roll over when crossingan obstacle, at any angle, with steep sides.Crossing LogsTo cross a log, approach it at a

CAUTION!Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objectsincreases the risk of underbody damage.Hill ClimbingHill climbing requires good judgment and a

a1⁄4turn quickly back and forth. This will provide afresh ⬙bite⬙ into the surface and will usually provideenough traction to complete the climb. If yo

more weight on the down hill wheels, which increasesthe possibilities of a down hill slide or roll over. Makesure the surface has good traction with f

Driving Through WaterExtreme care should be taken crossing any type of water.Water crossings should be avoided if possible and onlybe attempted when n

muddy waters, check for hidden obstacles. Make sureyou will not be intruding on any wildlife and you canrecover the vehicle if necessary. The key to a

2. Fasten your seat belt (fastening the seat belt will cancelany chiming that may confuse you during this program-ming procedure).3. Place the key int

downstream out of control if the water is deep enoughto push on the large surface area of the vehicle’s body.Before you proceed determine the speed of

CAUTION!Reduced tire pressure increases the risk of tire dam-age and may cause tire unseating with total loss ofair pressure. To reduce the risk of ti

CAUTION!Pulling the vehicle off an obstacle, without firstclearing the object, may result in additional under-body damage.•Rock Cycling Your Vehicle –

the two drivers. Good communication and line of sightare required for a safe recovery. First connect the towstrap to the correct attachment points on

•Winching (see the section on “Winch Operation” foradditional information on the Power Wagon’s winch)– Winching is most commonly used in the following

WARNING!Winch cables are under high tension when in useand can become a projectile if they fail. Never standover or straddle the winch cable. Never je

WARNING!Abrasive material in any part of the brakes maycause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. Youmight not have full braking power when you ne

3. Apply at least 500 lbs. of tension to the rope whilewinding the rope in. Always use care to ensure the ropedoes not pile up on one side of the drum

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR WINCHWinch Components258 STARTING AND OPERATING

1. Motor: The winch motor is powered by the vehiclecharging system and features a thermal protection switchthat automatically stops motor function in

door locks and remote keyless entry systems will func-tion normally. Panic mode will not disarm the securitysystem on vehicles so equipped.Programming

WINCH ACCESSORIESThe following accessories are necessary to attach thewinch to anchors, change direction of pull, and for safewinching.Gloves: Wire ro

Clevis/D-Shackles: TheD-Shackle is a safe means ofconnecting the looped ends ofcables, straps and snatchblocks. The shackle’s pin isthreaded to allow

General InformationPractice using your winch before you get stuck. Some keypoints to remember when using your winch are:1. Always take your time to as

CAUTION!Be careful not to pull the Winch Cable Collarthrough the rollers. Watch and listen to Winch forproper snugness.1. Inspect the winch, winch mou

3. Disengage clutch to allow free spooling of the winchdrum, rotate the clutch lever on the winch to disengage.Freespooling conserves battery power.4.

5. Pull wire to anchor point. Pull out enough wire rope toreach your anchor point. Be sure to keep a certain amountof tension on the wire as it can be

CAUTION!Always be certain the anchor you select will with-stand the load.NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secureanchor is critical to winching o

NOTE: Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged ordisengaged.9. Connect the remote control to the winch control box,located behind the front bumper. B

10. Put wire rope under tension. Using the remote con-trol switch, slowly wind the wire rope until no slackremains. Once the wire rope is under tensio

13. In certain situations youmay decide to throw a heavyblanket or similar object overthe wire rope. A heavy blan-ket can absorb energy shouldthe wire

9. A single chime will be heard. The chime indicates thatthe fob has been recognized.10. Within 4 seconds of hearing the chime, press andrelease any b

For additional assistance, the winched vehicle can beslowly driven while being pulled by the winch. Continuepulling until the vehicle is on stable gro

an uneven stack, spool out that section of the rope andreposition it to the opposite end of the drum, which willfree up space for continued winching.1

NOTE: How to spool under no load: Arrange theremote control lead so it cannot be caught in the winch.Arrange the wire rope so it will not kink or tang

RIGGING TECHNIQUESVarious winching situations will require application ofother winching techniques. These could range from toolittle distance to achie

will enable you to change your pulling direction whilestill allowing the wire rope to be at 90° to wind properlyonto the spooling drum.Increasing pull

Because pulling power decreases with the number oflayers of wire rope on the winch drum, you can use asnatch block to double line out more wire rope.

LOCKLocks the automatic transmission shift control into thePARK position. It also engages the steering wheel lock (ifequipped) when the steering wheel

Manual Transmission Key Release ButtonTo remove the key on vehicles equipped with manualtransmissions, turn the key to the Lock position and pressthe

Automatic TransmissionStart the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL orPARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to anydriving range.Normal

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedalheld to the floor, the normal starting proced

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio stationtower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.Transmitter Battery ServiceThe rec

TRANSMISSION SHIFTINGAutomatic Transmission with OverdriveThe gear shift selector display, located in the instrumentpanel cluster, indicates the trans

WARNING!Your vehicle could move and injure you and others ifit is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying tomove the gearshift lever back and fort

“2” SecondUse this position for driving slowly in heavy city trafficor on mountain roads where more precise speed controlis desirable. Use it also whe

NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem-peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdriveand will automatically select the most d

reduce the potential for transmission overheating orfailure due to excessive shifting. When operating in“TOW HAUL” mode, 5th gear (if equipped) is dis

NOTE: If the vehicle has not been driven in severaldays, the first few seconds of operation after shifting thetransmission into gear may seem sluggish

5th to 6th requires the same side effort or the lever willreturn to center resulting in a shift into 4th gear anddamage the transmission, clutch, or e

CAUTION!When descending a hill, be very careful to downshiftone gear at a time to prevent overspeeding theengine which can cause valve damage.FOUR-WHE

Proper operation of 4-wheel-drive vehicles depends ontires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.Any difference will adversely affect sh

4H4-Wheel-Drive High Range - Locks the front and reardriveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels torotate at the same speed. Additional tra

SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThis system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition forunauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, thesyst

vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage / disen-gage faster if you momentarily release the acceleratorpedal after completing the shift. Apply

LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPEDThe limited-slip differential provides additional tractionon snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, particularly when

PARKING BRAKEThe foot operated parking brake is positioned below thelower left corner of the instrument panel. To release theparking brake, pull the p

WARNING!• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damageor injury. Also be certain to leave an autom

Brake NoiseDuring normal operation of the brake system certainnoises may be present from time to time. Occasional⬙groan⬙ or ⬙squeal⬙ noises may occur

WARNING!Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish theireffectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumpingmakes the stopping distance longer. Just

POWER STEERINGYour power steering system will provide mechanicalsteering capability if power assist is lost.If for any reason the hydraulic pressure i

•European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginnin

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual ... 5䡵 Warnings And Cautions ...

horn will sound three times when you unlock the doorsand the security lamp will flash for 30 seconds. Check thevehicle for tampering.The Security syst

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white si

EXAMPLE:01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits)—01 means the year 2001.—Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers

Tire and Loading Information PlacardThis placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) th

combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage andtrailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceedthe weight referenced here.Steps for Determini

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WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ent

loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera-tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tiredealer for recommended safe operating spee

Compact Spare Tire — If EquippedThe compact spare is for temporary emergency use withradial tires. It is engineered to be used on your stylevehicle on

The control on the left front door panel has up-downswitches that give you fingertip control of all powerwindows. There is a single opening and closin

Limited Use Spare — If EquippedThe limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency useon your vehicle. This tire is identified by a limited usespare

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to:•Driving style•Tire pressure•Distance drivenWARNI

WARNING!• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than thatspecified for your vehicle. Some combinations ofunapproved tires and wheels may chang

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-ing link and cable (radial) chains.NOTE: On 4x4 Power Wagon models, class “U” snowchains ar

TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONSTires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate atdifferent loads and perform different steering, driving,and braki

FUEL REQUIREMENTSThe 5.7L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide satisfac-tory fuel economy and performance whenusing high qu

We strongly support the use of reformulated gasolines.Properly blended reformulated gasolines will provideexcellent performance and durability for the

Sulfur In GasolineIf you live in the northeast United States, your vehiclemay have been designed to meet California low emissionstandards with Cleaner

Window Lockout Switch (4 Door Models Only)The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allowsyou to disable the window control on the other doors. T

CAUTION!To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “topoff” the fuel tank after filling.NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, thefuel

CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting c

•When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully loadedvehicle when the humidity is low and the temperatureis high, use a premium unleaded fuel to help p

•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditio

A scorching odor may be detected if you continue to runa malfunctioning engine. The odor may indicate severeand abnormal catalyst overheating. If this

rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited soGVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.PayloadThe payload of a vehicle is defined as the

LoadingThe actual total weight and the weight of the front andrear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determinedby weighing it when it is loade

NOTE: The weights shown in this chart are notnecessarily the weights for your vehicle. Also, theamount of load added to both the front and rear axlesc

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailerplus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment(permanent

Frontal AreaThe maximum height and maximum width of the front ofa trailer.Trailer Sway ControlThe trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTSSome of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems. These include the frontand rear seat belts for

Trailer Hitch ClassificationThe rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations tothe standard

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer WeightRatings)NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi-mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the f

•The weight of any other type of cargo or equipmentput in or on your vehicle.•The weight of the driver and all passengers.NOTE: Remember that everythi

WARNING!Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towingas safe as possible:Make certain that the lo

•Total weight must be distributed between the towvehicle and the trailer such that the following fourratings are not exceeded:1. GVWR2. GTW3. GAWR4. T

Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes−Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system orvacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.This coul

WARNING!Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-tem and cause it to fail. You might not

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.If using a manual transmi

NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid levelbefore towing.Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped)To reduce potential for automatic transmission ove

Trailer Towing Mirrors — If EquippedThese mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirrorhead to provide a greater vision range when towingextra-wide l

of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking theinside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle shouldbe belted at all times.Lap/Shoulder

SNOWPLOWDodge Power Wagon ModelsNOTE: Do not use Dodge Power Wagon Models forsnowplow applications.WARNING!Snowplows and other aftermarket equipmentsh

CAUTION!Using this vehicle for snowplow applications cancause damage to the vehicle.WARNING!Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could ad-versely affe

Recreational Towing Procedure — Manual ShiftTransfer Case — If EquippedUse the following procedure to prepare your vehicle forrecreational towing:CAUT

CAUTION!Damage to the automatic transmission may occur ifthe transmission is shifted into P (PARK) with thetransfer case in N (NEUTRAL) and the engine

CAUTION!•Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow baron your vehicle. The bumper face bar will bedamaged.•Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft becaus

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Lights ...346䡵 Adding Fuel ...347䡵 Jack Location ...

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTSThe Hazard Warning switch is mounted on the top of thesteering column as shown in the illustration.To engage the Hazard Warning l

ADDING FUELThe fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door about 2inches (50 mm) inside the opening. If using a portablefuel container, it should hav

JACK LOCATIONAll ModelsThe jack and jack tools are stored under the passengerseat. Lift the flap on the side of the seat for access.Remove the jack an

CHANGING A FLAT TIRERemoving The Spare TireRemove the spare tire before attempting to jack the truck.Attach the wheel wrench to the jack extension tub

WARNING!•Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the strongest parts

Tire Changing ProcedureWARNING!Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushed

•Block both the front and rearof the wheel diagonally oppo-site the jacking position. Forexample, if the right frontwheel is being changed, blockthe l

1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage.2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove,the wheel nuts by turning them counterclo

4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise thevehicle until the wheel just clears the surface.WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary

WARNING!A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could injure someone in the vehicle.Always stow the jack parts and the extra ti

Wheel NutsAll wheel nuts should be tightened occasionally to elimi-nate the possibility of wheel studs being sheared or thebolt holes in the wheels be

HOISTINGA conventional floor jack may be used at the jackinglocations, refer to the graphics that show jacking loca-tions. However, a floor jack or fr

WARNING!Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing.Don’t lean over battery when attaching

5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminalof the booster battery and then to the engine of thevehicle with the discharged battery. Mak

6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the boosterbattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start theengine in the vehicle with the disch

plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up thewebbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go aroundyour lap.3. When the belt is long e

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPEDYour vehicle may be equipped with emergency towhooks.WARNING!Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuckvehicle. C

4-Wheel-Drive VehiclesCAUTION!To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing,always use the following method.The manufacturer recommends towing wit

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment— 5.7L ...366䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ...367䡵 Emissions Inspection A

▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ...380▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ...380▫ Steering Linkage — Inspection ...381▫ Front P

䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs ...406䡵 Bulb Replacement ...407▫ Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And TurnLights ...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 5.7L366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

For states which have an I/M (Inspection andMaintenance) requirement, this check verifies thefollowing: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)is functio

b. The MIL light will remain fully illuminated until thefirst engine crank or the key is turned off. This meansthat your vehicle’s OBD system is ready

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upon the shoulder belt. To loosen the la

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipme

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintainthe oil level between the ADD and SA

•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained highspeeds during hot weather, above 32°C (90°F)•Trailer towing•Heavy Loading•Taxi, Police or delivery

Engine Oil Identification (API) SymbolThere is a symbol to aid you in selecting the properengine oil.This symbol means that the oil hasbeen certified

Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil FiltersCare should be taken in disposing of used engine oil andoil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil fi

Spark PlugsSpark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor-mance and emission control. New plugs should be in-stalled at the specified mileage.

Catalytic ConverterThe catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

Emission-Related ComponentsPositive Crankcase (PCV) ValveProper operation of the crankcase ventilation systemrequires that the PCV valve be free of st

CAUTION!It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is atta

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch pla

Refrigerant Recovery and RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-tection

provide assist as the inclination angle of the vehicleincreases, i.e. when the vehicle is not on level ground.NOTE: When anticipating any severe offro

Front Prop Shaft LubricationLubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oilchange listed in the appropriate Maintenance Schedulefor your veh

Windshield Wiper BladesThe rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshieldshould be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft clothand a mild non

directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reducesthe freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is notharmful to paint or trim.Exhaust SystemTh

Cooling SystemCooling System MaintenanceAt the intervals shown in the Maintenance SchedulesSection of the manual, the system should be drained,flushed

The radiator normally remains completely full, so there isno longer a need to remove the coolant pressure capexcept for checking coolant freeze point

When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, add the recommended concentration ofantifreeze and water to the coolant bottle. Do not

CAUTION!•Mixing of coolants other than specified enginecoolant, may result in engine damage, and de-crease corrosion protection. If a non-HOAT cool-an

WARNING!The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on theradiator pressure cap are a safety precaution. Heatcauses pressure to build up in the cooling system

2. To reattach the seat belt to the front center seat, pullthe black buckle latch plate forward from the cab backpanel and insert it into the black ke

The brake master cylinder has a translucent plasticreservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a“MAX” dot and an “MIN” dot. The fluid l

Brake HosesInspection should be performed whenever the brakesystem is serviced or at intervals specified. Inspect hy-draulic brake hoses for surface c

Drain and RefillVehicles operated in normal service do not have regularlyscheduled oil changes. If fluid has become contaminatedwith water or to provi

is on level ground, enough lubricant should be added tobring the level to the bottom of the filler hole.Lubricant Selection G56 (6 – Speed ManualTrans

5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it untilseated.6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level onboth sides. The fluid level

Selection Of LubricantRefer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correctfluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid bemaintained at

Front Wheel BearingsFront wheel bearings for all Dodge Ram Trucks aresealed-for-life. They do not require greasing or sealreplacement. In some instanc

Noise Control System Required Maintenance &WarrantyAll vehicles built over 10,000 lbs (4 535 kg) Gross VehicleWeight Rating and manufactured for s

Required Maintenance for Noise Control SystemsThe following maintenance services must be performedevery 6 months or 6,000 miles (9 600 km), whicheverc

AIR CLEANER•Removal of the air cleaner.•Inverting the air cleaner lid.•Removal of the air ducting.EXHAUST SYSTEM•Removal or rendering inoperative exha

INTRODUCTIONThis manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance

Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to themileage at which service was performed.MILE

Appearance Care and Protection from CorrosionProtection of Body and Paint from CorrosionVehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic l

•Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stainsand to protect your paint finish. Take care never toscratch the paint.•Avoid using abrasive compound

oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that useacidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage thewheels’ protective finish.•If you carry special

WARNING!Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.Many are potentially flammable, and if used inclosed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly.Dry with a soft tissue.INTEGRATED POWER MODULEAn integrated Powe

•The electronic shift transfer case should be placed inthe 4HI mode and kept in this position to minimize thebattery drain.•As an alternative to the a

BULB REPLACEMENTHeadlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn LightsCAUTION!This is a halogen bulb. Avoid touching the glasswith your fingers. Reduced bulb

3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well andremove the nut through the access hole.4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room todiscon

NOTE: For easier removal, pull the headlight assemblystraight forward, applying the greatest amount of force tothe outer edge of the headlight assembl

WARNING!If the black latch and buckle are not connected whenthe seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt willnot restrain you properly.Adjustab

6. Twist connector on turn signal/park light bulb1⁄4turnand remove connector and bulb from housing.7. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halog

2. Pull the housing straight out from the body, with aquick motion, to separate the housing from the body. Ifnot pulled straight, locators may be dama

5. Pull the appropriate bulb straight from the bulb strip.•Top Bulb: Park/Turn/Hazard•Center Bulb: Stop/Park/Sidemarker•Bottom Bulb: Backup Lights6. R

2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir-ing harness to the body.3. Turn desired bulb socket1⁄4turn and remove socketand bulb from housin

Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.2. Rotate the socket1⁄4turn and pull it from the lightassembl

3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace.Fog Lights1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connectorcounterclockwise1⁄4turn and rem

2. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-ing.416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel5.7L, 89 Octane2500 Shortbed Models 34 gal. 128L2500 Longbed Models 35 gal. 132LEngine Oil (with filter)5.7L Engin

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine PartsEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile F

ChassisComponent Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.Automatic Transmission Mopar威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission FluidTransfer Case Mopar威 ATF+4, Aut

Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode – IfEquippedIn this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ...422䡵 Maintenance Schedules ...422▫ Schedule “B” ...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype in this section (Section 8) must be done at the timesor mi

•Heavy Loading.•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).•Off-road or desert operation.•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol

At Each Stop for Fuel•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fullywarmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level whilethe vehicle is on

Schedule “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions.•Day or night temperatures are below

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3months, w

Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000(Kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3month

Miles 33,000 36,000 39,000 42,000 45,000(Kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3month

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3mont

WARNING!•A lap belt worn too loose or too high is dangerous.•A belt worn too loose can allow you to slip downand under the belt in a collision.•A belt

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)Inspect brake linings. X XInspect engine air cleaner

Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000(Kilometers) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3

Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3

Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Replace spark plugs. XInspect PCV valve, replace

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months,whicheve

Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Change engine oil and eng

Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Replace ignition cables.

Schedule “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30]Change eng

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [

Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivatedif the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10seconds and the vehicle speed is greater

Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000(Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000)[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96]Change engine o

Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Change engine oil and engine

Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]Replace spark plugs. XInspect

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ...444▫ Prepare For The Appointm

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

Warranty service must be done by an authorizedChrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommendthat you take your vehicle to you selling dealer.

In Mexico contact:Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240Sante Fe C.P. 05109Mexico, D. F.In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240Outside Mexico (525) 7

Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer toyour contract documents, and contact

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash-ington DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S.

•Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations,these practical manuals make it easy for students andtechnicians

Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenWe recommend that pregnant women use seat beltsthroughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe isthe best way to ke

INDEX10

Adding Fuel ...319,347Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 375,398Air Conditioner Maintenance ... 379Air

B-Pillar Location ... 301Brake Fluid ...419Brake System ...293,389Anti-Lock ...

Clock ... 176,196Clutch ... 391Clutch Linkage Maintenance ...391Compact Disc Mainte

DisposalEngine Oil ...388Door Ajar ...176Door Locks ... 17Door Opener, Gar

Event Data Recorder ... 56Exhaust Gas Caution ... 71,162,322,384Exhaust System ...71,384Exterior Lig

GasCap ... 320Gasoline ... 317Gasoline, Reformulated ... 317Gauges ...

Ignition ...15,275Key ... 12,15Lock ...15Infant Restraint ...

Cruise ...176Daytime Running ...124Fog ... 124,174,415Four-Wheel Drive Indicator

These airbags are certified to the new Federal regulationsthat allow less forceful deployments.This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags topr

Maintenance Procedures ... 370Maintenance Schedule ...422Schedule ⬙A⬙ ...437Schedule ⬙B⬙ ...

Materials Added to ... 373Pressure Gauge ...169Recommendation ... 372,417Synthetic ...

Programming Transmitters ... 143,147Radial Ply Tires ...308Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ... 385,388Radio O

Seat Belts ... 33,34,72Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...41And Pregnant Women ... 45Child Restraint .

Snow Plow ... 340Snow Tires ...315Spare Tire ... 309,310Spark Plugs ...

Changing ...349Compact Spare ...309General Information ... 305High Speed ...

Fluid ...419TransmissionAutomatic ...280,393Fluid ...419Maintenance ...

Rigging Techniques ...273Usage ... 256Wind Buffeting ...32,151Window Airbag ...

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Alongwith the seatbelts, front airbags work with the instrumentpanel knee bolsters to provide impro

•The driver and front passenger seats should be movedback as far as practical to allow the airbag room to inflate.WARNING!•Relying on the airbags alon

The Window Airbag System, on vehicles equipped,consists of the following:•AIRBAG Readiness Light (shared with the front airbagsystem)•Window Bags Abov

HOW TO USE THIS MANUALConsult the table of contents to determine which sectioncontains the information you desire.The detailed index, at the rear of t

WARNING!Ignoring the AIR BAG light in your instrumentpanel could mean you won’t have the airbags toprotect you in a collision. If the light does not c

Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch – (Standard CabVehicles Only)The passenger front airbag is to be turned off only if thepassenger:•is an infant (less th

WARNING!Whenever an airbag is turned off, even a lap/shoulder belted passenger may hit their head, neck,or chest on the dashboard (instrument panel) o

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, anyor all of the following may occur:•The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-sions a

Window Airbags Supplemental Restraint System(SRS)—If EquippedThe window airbag control module determines if a sidecollision is severe enough to requir

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemsWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured bec

to inflate for your protection. Promptly check fuse num-bers 52 and 53 in the fuse and relay center. See yourdealer if the fuse is good.Event Data Rec

nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve-hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidentialdata will not be disclosed by Daim

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crashstatistics, children are safer when prope

infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facingby children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but areless than one year old.•Rearward-facing ch

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERThe vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on astamped plate located on the left front corner of theinstrument pane

WARNING!•Improper installation can lead to failure of aninfant or child restraint. It could come loose in acollision. The child could be badly injured

Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough toallow you to pass through the child restraint and slidethe latch plate into the buckle. Then

WARNING!Improper installation can lead to failure of an infantor child restraint. It could come loose in a collision.The child could be badly injured

Child restraint systems having attachments designed toconnect to the lower anchorages are now available. Childrestraints having tether straps and hook

of reach of children. It is recommended that beforeinstalling the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so theseat belt is tucked behind the child res

rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equippedwith a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting thetension in the strap.In general, you wil

WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toseat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, theseat could come loose and allow the

Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence -(Quad Cab Rear Seats)1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints andreaching between the re

Quad Cab Tether Strap Mounting68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Children Too Large for Booster SeatsChildren who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bendover the

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may

A new engine may consume some oil during its first fewthousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of thebreak-in and is not an indication of di

Lock Your VehicleAlways remove the keys from the ignition and lock alldoors when leaving the vehicle unattended, even in yourown driveway or garage. T

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside TheVehicleSeat BeltsInspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,frays and loose parts. Damaged parts

Door LatchesCheck for positive closing, latching and locking.Fluid LeaksCheck area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,water, oil, or other

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Power Wagon Features ...80▫ Locking Front And Rear Differentials ...80▫ 4.56

▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature ...86▫ Electronic Power Mirrors — If Equipped ...87▫ Electric Rear Window Defroster And HeatedSideview M

▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only AndFleetVehicles)...124▫ Lights-On Reminder ...124▫ Fog Lights — If Equippe

▫ Step Button ...136▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ...137▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...137▫ Trip Odometer (ODO

▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...151▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ...151䡵 Electrical Power Outlets ...151䡵 Cigar Light

POWER WAGON FEATURESLocking Front and Rear DifferentialsMost 4WD trucks are equipped with open differentialsfront and rear. This design is used becaus

Electronically Disconnecting Stabilizer/Sway BarStabilizer bars are used to help distribute load force fromone side of the vehicle to the other. This

High-Pressure Monotube Shocks/New Front andRear SpringsThe new variable-rate shocks and revised springs help tocreate a suitable on-road ride without

WheelsStylish forged aluminum 17⬙ wheels give the PowerWagon a powerful stance. Forging a wheel from alumi-num produces a stronger, lighter weight whe

•Off-Road Tuned Suspension And Shocks - improvesmobility, ground clearance and ride comfort.•Heavy Duty Thermally Protected and Sealed ElectricWinch W

Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving thesmall control under the mirror to the night position(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should b

CAUTION!To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth

Electronic Power Mirrors — If EquippedThe controls for the power mirrors are located on thedriver’s door trim panel.Set the top switch to the left or

Electric Rear Window Defroster and HeatedSideview Mirrors — If EquippedThe Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heatedside view mirrors are activated by

Blindspot Mirror Trailer Towing PositionUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 893

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HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) —IF EQUIPPEDUConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehiclecommunications system. UConnect™ allows you to

with the system at a time. The system is available inEnglish, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).The rearview mirror contains the microphone f

OperationVoice commands can be used to operate the UConnect™system and to navigate through the UConnect™ menustructure. Voice commands are required af

Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the voice on beep, you can say⬙Cancel⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu.However, in a few instances the sy

your cellular phone’s user manual (Bluetooth section)for instructions on how to complete this step.•For identification purposes, you will be prompted

•The UConnect™ system will confirm the phone num-ber and then dial. The number will appear in thedisplay of certain radios.Call by Saying a Name•Press

•When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.:⬙Home,⬙⬙Work,⬙⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allowyou to store multiple numbers for each phoneboo

⬙Phonebook Edit⬙ can be used to add another phonenumber to a name entry that already exists in thephonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have

•After confirmation, the phonebook entries will bedeleted.List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook•Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.•After the ⬙Read

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - CallCurrently in ProgressIf a call is currently in progress and you have anotherincoming call, you will hear the s