Dodge Ram Power Wagon User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

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

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

..............................75

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

...................................163

STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................227

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

..............................................345

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................363

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................421

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

.........................................443

INDEX

....................................................................451

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

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

䡵How To Use This Manual .................. 5

䡵Warnings And Cautions ................... 5

䡵Van Conversions/Campers ................. 5

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

䡵Vehicle 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 Mopar威parts, 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.

4 INTRODUCTION

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.

VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS

The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body

modifications or special equipment installed by van

conversion/camper manufacturers/ body builders. See

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 selling dealer for assis-

tance in obtaining replacement documents from the

applicable manufacturer.

INTRODUCTION 5

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.

NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.

Vehicle Identification Number

6 INTRODUCTION

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

䡵Power Wagon: Things To Know Before Starting

YourVehicle ...........................12

▫Features .............................12

▫Instrument Panel And Controls ............12

▫Operation ............................12

▫Emergencies ..........................12

䡵A Word About Your Keys ..................12

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12

▫Sentry Key — If Equipped ................13

䡵Ignition And Steering Lock .................15

▫Manual Transmissions ...................15

▫Automatic Transmissions .................16

䡵Door Key .............................17

䡵Door Locks ............................17

▫Manual Locks .........................17

▫Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........18

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

䡵Remote 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

䡵Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........29

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

▫ToSetTheAlarm ......................29

▫To Disarm The System ...................29

䡵Windows .............................30

▫Power Windows—If Equipped .............30

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

▫Wind Buffeting ........................32

䡵Occupant Restraints ......................33

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

▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....41

▫Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode – If

Equipped ............................42

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

▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................43

▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System

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

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............45

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................45

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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