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RAM 2014 5500 User Manual

RAM 2014 5500
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Ram Truck
Chrysler Group LLC
OWNER’S MANUAL
2014
2014 RAM TRUCK DIESEL
14D241-226-AE Fifth Edition Printed in U.S.A.
Diesel Supplement

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RAM 2014 5500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRAM
Model2014 5500
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Chrysler Group LLC Message

Welcome to the turbocharged diesel-powered truck owner. Read and understand this manual.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Remote Starting System

Uses RKE transmitter to start engine remotely. Has a range of approx. 300 ft.

Engine Break-In Recommendations

Recommendations for normal operation of the diesel engine.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Cluster Overview

Visual guide to the vehicle's instrument cluster layout and indicators.

EVIC System Overview

Driver-interactive display for vehicle information and settings via steering wheel controls.

Instrument Cluster Indicator Descriptions

Detailed explanations of various lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument panel.

EVIC Amber Telltales

Explains amber caution telltales indicating system status or warnings.

EVIC Red Telltales

Explains red telltales indicating critical warnings or system faults.

STARTING AND OPERATING

Starting Procedures

Essential steps before starting the vehicle, including seat/mirror adjustment and seat belts.

Fuel Requirements

Guidelines on using quality diesel fuel and avoiding improper blending agents.

Trailer Towing Safety and Limits

Safety tips and limits for towing a trailer with the vehicle.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) System

Overview of the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system and DEF components.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

3.0L Diesel Engine Compartment

Identification of key components within the engine compartment.

Maintenance Procedures

Overview of required maintenance services and other components needing attention.

Engine Oil Checks and Selection

Guidance on selecting engine oil and checking the oil level using the dipstick.

Cooling System Maintenance

Checks for engine coolant protection, hoses, and pressure cap.

Brake System Fluid Check

Checking the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Diesel Engine Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of required maintenance items for diesel engines.

Required Maintenance Intervals

General overview of required maintenance intervals for the vehicle.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Jump Starting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for jump starting a discharged vehicle battery.

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