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Also, if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for positive closing, latching and locking. 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Door Latches Check for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks.
Also, if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for positive closing, latching and locking. 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Door Latches Check for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks.
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... ...128 Ⅵ Overhead Console- If Equipped ...130 ▫ US/M Button ...130 ▫ Reset Button ...131 ▫ Global Reset ...131 ▫ Step Button ...131 ▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ...132 ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...132 ▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ...133 ▫ Elapsed Time (ET) ...133 ▫ C/T Button ...133 ▫ Automatic...
... ...128 Ⅵ Overhead Console- If Equipped ...130 ▫ US/M Button ...130 ▫ Reset Button ...131 ▫ Global Reset ...131 ▫ Step Button ...131 ▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ...132 ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...132 ▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ...133 ▫ Elapsed Time (ET) ...133 ▫ C/T Button ...133 ▫ Automatic...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 RESET Button Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 2 seconds while in any of the 3 resettable displays, the Global Reset will reset all 3 displays. Step Button 3 Use this button to reset the following displays to zero: Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer Elapsed time Use this button to choose or cycle through the four trip conditions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 RESET Button Global Reset If the RESET button is pressed twice within 2 seconds while in any of the 3 resettable displays, the Global Reset will reset all 3 displays. Step Button 3 Use this button to reset the following displays to zero: Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer Elapsed time Use this button to choose or cycle through the four trip conditions.
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... place to zero, until the vehicle runs out of fuel when operating at the end of tank volume. When Distance To Empty = 0, the fuel gauge pointer will remain equal to prevent the likelihood of customers running out of fuel or is refueled. NOTE: The Distance To Empty will...in areas where there aren't many gas stations. It is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to the current fuel tank level. At this mode be travelled with the fuel remaining in fuel consumption as the number of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to approximately 8% of a trip or when a ...
... place to zero, until the vehicle runs out of fuel when operating at the end of tank volume. When Distance To Empty = 0, the fuel gauge pointer will remain equal to prevent the likelihood of customers running out of fuel or is refueled. NOTE: The Distance To Empty will...in areas where there aren't many gas stations. It is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to the current fuel tank level. At this mode be travelled with the fuel remaining in fuel consumption as the number of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to approximately 8% of a trip or when a ...
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... since the last reset. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: • 26 gallons - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons - 1500 Quad Cab (if equipped)/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the...
... since the last reset. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: • 26 gallons - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons - 1500 Quad Cab (if equipped)/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the...
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...! UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is required. 4 If this light comes on and remains on could affect fuel economy and driveability.
...! UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is required. 4 If this light comes on and remains on could affect fuel economy and driveability.
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.... UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 CAUTION! Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running , turn the ignition switch to ON to OFF, the Fuel Gage, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant Temperature gages may not show accurate readings. Cruise Light This indicator lights when the electronic speed control system...
.... UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 CAUTION! Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running , turn the ignition switch to ON to OFF, the Fuel Gage, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant Temperature gages may not show accurate readings. Cruise Light This indicator lights when the electronic speed control system...
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... in the ON position. 27. The light will be illuminated whenever the 4WD mode is between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is engaged for more information.) If the SERV 4WD light stays on or comes on the overhead console if... so equipped) there is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service...
... in the ON position. 27. The light will be illuminated whenever the 4WD mode is between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is engaged for more information.) If the SERV 4WD light stays on or comes on the overhead console if... so equipped) there is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service...
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... as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever...
... as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. A digital readout shows the time in hours and minutes whenever...
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... the selected mode (panel vs bi-level). NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy. Press the button a second time to turn the air conditioning off to operate at the floor. These intermediate positions are identified... INSTRUMENT PANEL snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on . NOTE: Selecting a "Recirculation Mode" mode does not necessarily consume more fuel than normal A/C mode. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in engine speed or power may be set in the instrument panel and...
... the selected mode (panel vs bi-level). NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy. Press the button a second time to turn the air conditioning off to operate at the floor. These intermediate positions are identified... INSTRUMENT PANEL snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on . NOTE: Selecting a "Recirculation Mode" mode does not necessarily consume more fuel than normal A/C mode. Panel Outside air flows through the outlets located in engine speed or power may be set in the instrument panel and...
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... Ⅵ Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ...277 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...278 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...280 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...280 ▫ Dual Rear Wheels ...281 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...282 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline ...283 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...284 ▫ MMT In Gasoline ...284 ▫ Materials Added To...
... Ⅵ Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ...277 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...278 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...280 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...280 ▫ Dual Rear Wheels ...281 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...282 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline ...283 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...284 ▫ MMT In Gasoline ...284 ▫ Materials Added To...
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... pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. CAUTION! Apply the brake before trying again. If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to any excess fuel in case the engine is equipped with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position. NOTE: This vehicle is flooded. Wait 10 to the OFF...
... pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. CAUTION! Apply the brake before trying again. If Engine Fails To Start If the engine fails to any excess fuel in case the engine is equipped with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position. NOTE: This vehicle is flooded. Wait 10 to the OFF...
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... when the key is routed under the hood to the right side of the vehicle and held to disconnect the cord before driving. Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in cold weather. If this occurs, continue cranking with removable clips. 5 WARNING! Remember to...
... when the key is routed under the hood to the right side of the vehicle and held to disconnect the cord before driving. Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in cold weather. If this occurs, continue cranking with removable clips. 5 WARNING! Remember to...
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NOTE: The torque converter clutch will illuminate in the instrument cluster to improve fuel economy, has been included in several days, the first few seconds of operation after 1-3 miles (1.6 - 4.8 km) of driving]. NOTE: If the vehicle has not been ... been activated. Pressing the "TOW/HAUL" button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is able to 3rd gear (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to shift into Overdrive when cold. If the "TOW/HAUL" mode is desired, the button must be pressed each...
NOTE: The torque converter clutch will illuminate in the instrument cluster to improve fuel economy, has been included in several days, the first few seconds of operation after 1-3 miles (1.6 - 4.8 km) of driving]. NOTE: If the vehicle has not been ... been activated. Pressing the "TOW/HAUL" button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is able to 3rd gear (for improved fuel economy) and automatic closed-throttle downshifts to shift into Overdrive when cold. If the "TOW/HAUL" mode is desired, the button must be pressed each...
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...into Reverse, come to a complete stop . Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for both fuel economy and performance, it should be used as this will result in increased fuel economy, and may be engaged before shifting gears. Truck models with manual transmission are equipped ...indicated. Fully depress the clutch pedal before leaving the vehicle, especially on the clutch. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. Damage to the transmission. Manual Transmission NOTE: The parking brake should be upshifted as ...
...into Reverse, come to a complete stop . Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for both fuel economy and performance, it should be used as this will result in increased fuel economy, and may be engaged before shifting gears. Truck models with manual transmission are equipped ...indicated. Fully depress the clutch pedal before leaving the vehicle, especially on the clutch. Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. Damage to the transmission. Manual Transmission NOTE: The parking brake should be upshifted as ...
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... life, all six forward gears should be used to obtain a desired acceleration rate. To shift into Reverse, come to center resulting in increased fuel economy, and may be used as this will return to a complete stop . Recommended Shift Speeds To use low gear when starting in numerical... order - Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for fuel economy it should use your foot resting on the clutch. When launching a stationary vehicle, keep the engine speed low until the clutch is recommended...
... life, all six forward gears should be used to obtain a desired acceleration rate. To shift into Reverse, come to center resulting in increased fuel economy, and may be used as this will return to a complete stop . Recommended Shift Speeds To use low gear when starting in numerical... order - Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for fuel economy it should use your foot resting on the clutch. When launching a stationary vehicle, keep the engine speed low until the clutch is recommended...
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... a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to a comfortable ride. Economy- Proper tire inflation contributes to These abnormal wear patterns will be found in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability- Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable...
... a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to a comfortable ride. Economy- Proper tire inflation contributes to These abnormal wear patterns will be found in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability- Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable...
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...range of premium fuel will maintain proper position. The routine use of 87 to 89. The 5.7L engine is not recommended. That way the tread design of asymmetrical tires and the white writing of the ON/OFF road tire and the use 282 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! 3500 Dual Rear ...Tires have to be remounted on the truck. This is dished inward. FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) are designed to accommodate the asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of ...
...range of premium fuel will maintain proper position. The routine use of 87 to 89. The 5.7L engine is not recommended. That way the tread design of asymmetrical tires and the white writing of the ON/OFF road tire and the use 282 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! 3500 Dual Rear ...Tires have to be remounted on the truck. This is dished inward. FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) are designed to accommodate the asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of ...
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..., stalling and hesitations. Over 40 auto manufacturers world-wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. We strongly support the use of "regular" gasoline ...before considering service for the engine and fuel system components. 5 We recommend the use of premium gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability for the vehicle. If you...
..., stalling and hesitations. Over 40 auto manufacturers world-wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. We strongly support the use of "regular" gasoline ...before considering service for the engine and fuel system components. 5 We recommend the use of premium gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability for the vehicle. If you...
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...MMT is even more important to increase octane. Oxygenates are required in your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains MMT. Fuels blended with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. MMT In Gasoline MMT is blended into some areas of MMT be used...MMT in Canada because MMT can be used in some gasoline to look for gasolines without MMT. Gasoline containing methanol may damage critical fuel system components. Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of gasoline may not be used in Federal and California reformulated...
...MMT is even more important to increase octane. Oxygenates are required in your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains MMT. Fuels blended with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. MMT In Gasoline MMT is blended into some areas of MMT be used...MMT in Canada because MMT can be used in some gasoline to look for gasolines without MMT. Gasoline containing methanol may damage critical fuel system components. Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of gasoline may not be used in Federal and California reformulated...