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RAM 1500 User Manual

RAM 1500
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1500/2500/3500
OWNER’S MANUAL
2016
RAM TRUCK

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RAM 1500 Specifications

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BrandRAM
Model1500
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Warnings and Cautions

Highlights critical safety information, potential collision risks, bodily injury, and vehicle damage.

Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

Warns about potential negative impacts of vehicle modifications on roadworthiness and safety.

Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

Sentry Key

Explains the engine immobilizer system that prevents unauthorized vehicle operation using programmed Key Fobs.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Describes the functions of the RKE system, such as locking/unlocking doors and activating the panic alarm.

Remote Starting System — If Equipped

Explains how to use the remote system to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle.

Occupant Restraint Systems

Discusses the vehicle's restraint systems, including seat belts, air bags, and child restraints.

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Electronic Speed Control

Covers the engagement, setting, deactivation, and variation of the electronic speed control system.

ParkSense Rear Park Assist — If Equipped

Explains the rear park assist system's visual and audible indications of obstacle distance.

ParkView Rear Back Up Camera — If Equipped

Details the operation of the rear back-up camera system and its display features.

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped

Explains the HomeLink system for operating garage doors and other devices.

RamBox — If Equipped

Describes the RamBox system, including integrated side storage bins, cargo extender, and bed rail tie-downs.

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Features

Provides an overview of the instrument panel layout and identifies key controls and indicators.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Lists and explains various warning and indicator lights that appear on the instrument panel.

Uconnect Settings

Explains how to access and change customer programmable features via the Uconnect touchscreen and faceplate buttons.

Starting and Operating

Starting Procedures

Guides users on the correct steps for starting the vehicle, including normal and extreme cold weather procedures.

Stop/Start System — If Equipped

Explains the operation of the Stop/Start system, including automatic and manual modes, and possible reasons for engine not stopping.

Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped

Explains the operation of manually and electronically shifted transfer cases and their modes.

Winch Usage — Power Wagon Only — (If Equipped)

Covers general winch information, tensioning wire rope, and operating the winch safely.

Brake System

Provides information on the electronic brake control system, including ABS, EBD, BAS, HSA, TCS, ESC, and ERM.

What to Do in Emergencies

Hazard Warning Flashers

Explains how to operate hazard warning flashers for emergency signaling and visibility.

If Your Engine Overheats

Provides steps to reduce engine overheating potential and actions to take if the temperature gauge indicates HOT.

Jacking and Tire Changing

Details the procedure for safely jacking up the vehicle and changing a tire, including warnings and precautions.

Jump-Starting Procedures

Outlines the safe procedures for jump-starting a discharged vehicle battery using jumper cables or a booster pack.

Freeing a Stuck Vehicle

Explains how to free a vehicle stuck in mud, sand, or snow using a rocking motion or other methods.

Towing a Disabled Vehicle

Outlines procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using commercial services or recreational towing.

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)

Explains the OBD II system's role in monitoring performance and emissions, and the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).

Maintenance Procedures

Provides information on required maintenance services and other components that may need servicing.

Engine Oil

Details how to check engine oil level, change oil and filter, and select the correct engine oil viscosity.

Fuses

Provides warnings and precautions for replacing blown fuses, emphasizing correct amperage rating.

Maintenance Schedules

Maintenance Schedule

Explains the automatic oil change indicator system and provides maintenance intervals based on engine operation.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:

Lists maintenance tasks to be performed at every oil change interval indicated by the system.

Maintenance Chart

Presents a table outlining maintenance tasks based on mileage or time intervals.

If You Need Consumer Assistance

Reporting Safety Defects

Instructs on how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and the manufacturer.

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