Chrysler RAM 1500 User manual

Ram TRuck Gas 1500/2500/3500

Chrysler Group LLC

OWNER’s maNuaL

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2012 Ram TRuck Gas 1500/2500/3500

12D241-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name

Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the

name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of acci-

dents.

Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol

levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t

drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a

friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your per-

ceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your

judgment is impaired when you have been drinking.

Never drink and then drive.

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features

and equipment that are either standard or optional on this

vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features

and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered

on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment

described in this manual that are not on this vehicle.

Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in

design and specifications, and/or make additions to or im-

provements to its products without imposing any obligation

upon itself to install them on products previously manufac-

tured.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

............................................................3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

..............................9

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

............................. 89

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

..................................241

STARTING AND OPERATING

................................................369

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

............................................. 575

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

..............................................609

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

.................................................669

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

........................................ 687

INDEX

...................................................................697

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

䡵Introduction ........................... 4

䡵How To Use This Manual .................. 4

䡵Warnings And Cautions ................... 6

䡵Van Conversions/Campers ................. 6

䡵Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6

䡵Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group

LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision

workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all

essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-

tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint

you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.

It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various

customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it

should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-

ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized

dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-

nicians and genuine MOPAR威parts, and cares about

your satisfaction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the

items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and

illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.

The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual

contains a complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the

symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout

this Owner’s Manual:

4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION 5

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-

erating procedures that could result in a collision or

bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce-

dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you

do not read this entire manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body

modifications or special equipment installed by van

conversion/camper manufacturers/body builders. Refer

to the Warranty Information book, Section 2.1.C. Such

equipment includes video monitors, VCRs, heaters,

stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and

service on these items, contact the applicable manufac-

turer.

Operating instructions for the special equipment in-

stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should

also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions

are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for

assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the

applicable manufacturer.

For information on the Body Builders Guide refer to:

www.dodgebodybuilder.com. This website contains di-

mensional and technical specifications for your vehicle. It

is intended for Second Stage Manufacturer’s technical

support. For service issues, contact your authorized

dealer.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the

left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through

the windshield. This number also appears on the bottom

of the frame rail, on the right hand side, near the center

of the vehicle and underbody as well as the Automobile

Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on

your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.

6 INTRODUCTION

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could

seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and

may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or

death.

Vehicle Identification Number

INTRODUCTION 7

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