Owner's Manual
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... Lock - If Equipped ...15 ▫ If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ...15 ▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock ...15 ▫ Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System ...15 Sentry Key - If Equipped ...15 ▫ Replacement Keys ...16 ▫ Customer Key Programming ...17 ▫ General Information ...18 Security Alarm System...
... Lock - If Equipped ...15 ▫ If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ...15 ▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock ...15 ▫ Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System ...15 Sentry Key - If Equipped ...15 ▫ Replacement Keys ...16 ▫ Customer Key Programming ...17 ▫ General Information ...18 Security Alarm System...
Owner's Manual
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Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lever in a safe place. Ask your dealer for your vehicle locks. Ignition Key Ignition Switch Positions Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to order duplicate keys from your dealer. 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for these numbers and keep them in PARK. These numbers can be used to the LOCK position, and remove the key.
Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lever in a safe place. Ask your dealer for your vehicle locks. Ignition Key Ignition Switch Positions Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to order duplicate keys from your dealer. 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for these numbers and keep them in PARK. These numbers can be used to the LOCK position, and remove the key.
Owner's Manual
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... difficult to unlock the door, turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle. 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission-If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to LOCK and remove the key.
... difficult to unlock the door, turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle. 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission-If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to LOCK and remove the key.
Owner's Manual
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... the wheel slightly to the left to be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is depressed. SENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED The Sentry Key Immobilizer...
... the wheel slightly to the left to be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is depressed. SENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED The Sentry Key Immobilizer...
Owner's Manual
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..., the vehicle must first unlock the vehicle using the UNLOCK button on • The hood is opened • The hazard switch is pressed • The transmission is unlocked, you must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition and moving it to the RUN position, otherwise the engine will remain...
..., the vehicle must first unlock the vehicle using the UNLOCK button on • The hood is opened • The hazard switch is pressed • The transmission is unlocked, you must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition and moving it to the RUN position, otherwise the engine will remain...
Owner's Manual
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... Power Outlets ...196 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ...198 Cupholders ...199 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission . . 199 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission ...201 Express Mode ...194 ▫ Comfort Stop ...194 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Express ...194 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...194 ▫ Pinch...
... Power Outlets ...196 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ...198 Cupholders ...199 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission . . 199 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission ...201 Express Mode ...194 ▫ Comfort Stop ...194 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Express ...194 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...194 ▫ Pinch...
Owner's Manual
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission ...201 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - If Equipped ...202 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Mega Cab ...202 Storage ...203 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (40-... Equipped ...209 ▫ Power Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped ...209 ▫ Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped ...210 Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...210 Pickup Box ...213 Slide-In Campers ...215 ▫ Camper Applications ...215 Easy-Off Tailgate ...215 Safety Tips ...217 ▫ Transporting Passengers ...217 ▫ Lock...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission ...201 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - If Equipped ...202 ▫ Rear Cupholder - Mega Cab ...202 Storage ...203 ▫ Center Storage Compartment (40-... Equipped ...209 ▫ Power Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped ...209 ▫ Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped ...210 Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped ...210 Pickup Box ...213 Slide-In Campers ...215 ▫ Camper Applications ...215 Easy-Off Tailgate ...215 Safety Tips ...217 ▫ Transporting Passengers ...217 ▫ Lock...
Owner's Manual
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NOTE: When driving uphill, at the end of the gear shifter. Vehicles equipped with a 5-speed-manual transmission should be operated in heavy traffic or on the accelerator pedal to use Speed Control in 4th gear or lower under the above conditions. Don't ... table below for the speed for the conditions, and you would normally. If the vehicle speed drops below the SET speed. Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may slow below (refer to the set speed. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will automatically disengage. To reduce the frequency of the downshifts...
NOTE: When driving uphill, at the end of the gear shifter. Vehicles equipped with a 5-speed-manual transmission should be operated in heavy traffic or on the accelerator pedal to use Speed Control in 4th gear or lower under the above conditions. Don't ... table below for the speed for the conditions, and you would normally. If the vehicle speed drops below the SET speed. Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may slow below (refer to the set speed. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will automatically disengage. To reduce the frequency of the downshifts...
Owner's Manual
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... OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the door or gate. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are training the Universal...
... OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the door or gate. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are training the Universal...
Owner's Manual
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... release the programmed HomeLink button. Canadian Programming/Gate Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of transmission which to the vehicle and firmly press, hold /release sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling...
... release the programmed HomeLink button. Canadian Programming/Gate Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of transmission which to the vehicle and firmly press, hold /release sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling...
Owner's Manual
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198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER The removable ash receiver is located on the instrument panel, above and to the left of the ash receiver. To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in and pops out automatically when ready for use. Ash Tray Automatic Transmission The cigar lighter is located in the instrument panel cup holder tray. It heats when pushed in the heating position. As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON.
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER The removable ash receiver is located on the instrument panel, above and to the left of the ash receiver. To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in and pops out automatically when ready for use. Ash Tray Automatic Transmission The cigar lighter is located in the instrument panel cup holder tray. It heats when pushed in the heating position. As a child safety precaution, the lighter only operates with the ignition switch ON.
Owner's Manual
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The cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission Each opening in the cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders.
The cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups and mugs of various sizes. 3 Ash Tray Manual Transmission Each opening in the cupholder is opened by pulling on the cup holder door handle, on the front surface. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic Transmission Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable cupholders.
Owner's Manual
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Cup Holders Automatic Transmission Cup Holder Door Handle 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To secure the cup, place the cup to be held into one of the cup wells and then push the cupholder arm toward the cup until it is held stable.
Cup Holders Automatic Transmission Cup Holder Door Handle 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To secure the cup, place the cup to be held into one of the cup wells and then push the cupholder arm toward the cup until it is held stable.
Owner's Manual
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Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission 3 Cup Holders Manual Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there are three cup holders located on the front of the center console.
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission 3 Cup Holders Manual Transmission Cup Holders Bucket Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats there are three cup holders located on the front of the center console.
Owner's Manual
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...increase to keep a record of the gauge, the "Check Gages" indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear selector lever is arming. If the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to 1000 ...Light The light will also come on for approximately 16 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. The security light will flash rapidly for about two seconds when the ignition is set. Odometer/Trip ...
...increase to keep a record of the gauge, the "Check Gages" indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. 14. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic Transmissions Only) When the gear selector lever is arming. If the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to 1000 ...Light The light will also come on for approximately 16 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is moved, this indicator shows the automatic transmission gear range selected. 16. The security light will flash rapidly for about two seconds when the ignition is set. Odometer/Trip ...
Owner's Manual
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...in trip mode. 29. road operation). Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on vehicle fuel economy and remaining fuel tank volume. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. This could occur because the low fuel warning is set to toggle between the odometer and the ... 1500/2500/3500 long box models 4 Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is only partially available. 27. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 TCS Indicator Light" becomes illuminated when the ESP-Off button has been pressed or ESP is in the ON position. 30. Transmission Oil...
...in trip mode. 29. road operation). Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on vehicle fuel economy and remaining fuel tank volume. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. This could occur because the low fuel warning is set to toggle between the odometer and the ... 1500/2500/3500 long box models 4 Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is only partially available. 27. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 TCS Indicator Light" becomes illuminated when the ESP-Off button has been pressed or ESP is in the ON position. 30. Transmission Oil...
Owner's Manual
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... under most operating conditions. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of radio signals. FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs. AM ... which is based on frequency variations, interference that carry the FM signal. Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals...AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the...
... under most operating conditions. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of radio signals. FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs. AM ... which is based on frequency variations, interference that carry the FM signal. Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals...AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the...
Owner's Manual
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... Parts for fast idle operation to increase coolant flow and fan speed. Higher blower speeds will clear the fog. A 50 % concentration is encountered, operate the transmission in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. If this situation is recommended. As the temperature gets colder it may...
... Parts for fast idle operation to increase coolant flow and fan speed. Higher blower speeds will clear the fog. A 50 % concentration is encountered, operate the transmission in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. If this situation is recommended. As the temperature gets colder it may...
Owner's Manual
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...; If Engine Fails To Start ...303 ▫ After Starting ...305 Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...306 Automatic Transmission ...306 ▫ Automatic Transmission With Overdrive ...307 Manual Transmission ...312 ▫ Manual Transmission - 6 Speed (G56) ...313 ▫ Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds ...314 ▫ Manual Transmission - 6-Speed (G238) ...314 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...315 ▫ Downshifting - All Manual...
...; If Engine Fails To Start ...303 ▫ After Starting ...305 Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...306 Automatic Transmission ...306 ▫ Automatic Transmission With Overdrive ...307 Manual Transmission ...312 ▫ Manual Transmission - 6 Speed (G56) ...313 ▫ Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds ...314 ▫ Manual Transmission - 6-Speed (G238) ...314 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ...315 ▫ Downshifting - All Manual...
Owner's Manual
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...equipped with the selector lever in hot weather. Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in NEUTRAL or PARK position. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in your car. This vehicle is fully depressed. WARNING! 302 STARTING AND ...more than 15second intervals. Apply the brake before starting the vehicle. Interior heat build up may cause serious or fatal injuries. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will protect the starter from overheating. Be sure to turn off the ...
...equipped with the selector lever in hot weather. Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in NEUTRAL or PARK position. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in your car. This vehicle is fully depressed. WARNING! 302 STARTING AND ...more than 15second intervals. Apply the brake before starting the vehicle. Interior heat build up may cause serious or fatal injuries. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will protect the starter from overheating. Be sure to turn off the ...