Dodge 2004 Ram 2500 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

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

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

..............................71

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

...................................137

STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................199

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

..............................................295

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................317

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................383

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

.........................................401

INDEX

....................................................................411

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

mIntroduction ...........................4

mA Message From DaimlerChrysler Corporation . . . 4

mHow To Use This Manual ..................5

mWarnings And Cautions ...................5

mVan Conversions/Campers .................6

mVehicle Identification Number ...............6

mVehicle Modifications / Alterations ...........7

INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged 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 you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-

cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in

your satisfaction.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,

certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-

ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

A MESSAGE FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER

CORPORATION

DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Cummins welcome

you as a new Dodge Ram Cummins Turbo Diesel-

powered truck owner.

4 INTRODUCTION

Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in the United

States are diesel powered because of the fuel economy,

rugged durability, and high torque which permits pulling

heavy loads. Cummins engines power well over half of

these trucks. Now this same technology and proven

performance is yours in your new Dodge Ram truck

equipped with the Cummins 5.9 liter, Turbocharged,

Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine.

Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate

differently from a gasoline-powered truck. It is important

that you read and understand this manual. You may find

that some of the starting, operating, and maintenance

procedures are different. However, they are simple to

follow and careful adherence to them will ensure that

you take full advantage of the features of this engine.

Thank you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with

Cummins Turbo Diesel power.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating

procedures which could result in an accident or bodily

injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures

which 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.

INTRODUCTION 5

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body

modifications or special equipment installed by van

conversion/camper manufacturers/ body builders. 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 selling dealer for assis-

tance in obtaining replacement documents from the

applicable manufacturer.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a

stamped plate located on the left front corner of the

instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle

through the windshield. This number also appears on the

Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a

window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient

record of your vehicle identification number and optional

equipment.

6 INTRODUCTION

NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle

could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety

and may lead to an accident resulting in serious

injury or death.

INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

mA Word About Your Keys ..................11

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................11

▫Sentry Key — If Equipped ................11

mIgnition And Steering Lock .................14

▫Manual Transmissions ...................14

▫Automatic Transmissions .................15

mDoor Key .............................16

mDoor Locks ............................16

▫Manual Locks .........................16

▫Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........17

▫Child Protection Door Lock ...............21

mRemote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........22

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................23

▫To Lock The Doors .....................24

▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................25

▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........26

▫General Information ....................27

▫Transmitter Battery Service ...............28

mSecurity Alarm System — If Equipped .........29

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

▫To Set The Alarm ......................29

▫To Disarm The System ...................30

mWindows .............................31

▫Power Windows—If Equipped .............31

▫Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped .........32

▫Wind Buffeting ........................33

mOccupant Restraints ......................33

▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................34

▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....41

▫Automatic Locking Mode (If Equipped) ......41

▫Center Lap Belts .......................42

▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................42

▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................43

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............44

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................44

▫Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag ............45

▫Child Restraint ........................55

mNew Engine Break-In .....................67

mSafety Tips ............................68

▫Transporting Passengers .................68

▫Lock Your Vehicle ......................69

▫Exhaust Gas ..........................69

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................70

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The

Vehicle ..............................70

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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