Ram 1500 2013 Owner's Manual

TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER-IF EQUIPPED
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tri-Fold Tonneau
Cover which consists of different features:
•Easy Tri-Fold cover
• Tonneau fore aft locator
• Crosscar inside bed locator
• Front and rear clamps
• Stowage strap
• Locking Capability
NOTE: The Tonneau Cover can be folded up and secured
at the front of the box without removing completely.
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal
To remove the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps:
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Pull down on the clamp on both driver and passenger sides.
3. Pick up on the cover and fold it back into the second panel.
4. Be sure both clamps are pushed completely down.
5. Pick up on the cover and fold it back into the third panel.
6. Once in the third panel position pull down on the clamp on both sides.
7. Be sure to clip both straps together to insure the cover stays together.
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8. With two people remove the cover.
Clamped Position
NOTE:If clamp wire is damaged replace immediately.
Semi Clamped Position
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NOTE:Be sure the Tonneau Cover has been folded
completely before removing.
Released PositionStowage Strap
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Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation And Cleaning
Position the folded Tonneau Cover on the truck bed and
push the Cover forward against the front of the truck
bed. The Tonneau Cover centers itself when placed on the
vehicle. Disengage the stowage straps and unfold the
Tonneau Cover then attach the rear clamps to the truck
bed flange to secure the Tonneau Cover to the vehicle.
The Tonneau Cover clamps can be locked when in the
clamped position by placing a lock through the locking
hole.NOTE:Be sure the Tonneau Cover is secured before
driving after installation.
For proper cleaning of the Tonneau Cover use MOPAR®
Whitewall &Vinyl Top Cleaner and MOPAR® Leather &
Vinyl Conditioner/Protectant.
Locking Hole
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........255
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM .......256
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .....257
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) .............................. .267
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... .269
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ........271
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Messages .......................... .273
▫ EVIC Amber Telltales ...................277 ▫
EVIC White Telltales ...................279
▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....................279
▫ EVIC Green Telltales ...................280
▫ EVIC Selectable Menu Items ..............280
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... .283
▫ Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items ........292
 Uconnect® ACCESS SETTINGS .............294
▫ Hard-Keys ......................... .294
▫ Soft-Keys .......................... .295
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Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ........309
 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .310
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .310
▫ Radio Operation ......................311
▫ CD Player ...........................311
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........311
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .312
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................312
▫ Manual Climate Controls Without Touch-Screen —
If Equipped ........................ .313▫
Manual Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — If
Equipped .......................... .318
▫ Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen —
If Equipped ........................ .323
▫ Summer Operation ....................329
▫ Winter Operation ..................... .330
▫ Vacation/Storage .....................330
▫ Window Fogging and Frosting ............330
▫ Outside Air Intake .....................330
▫ Operating Tips Chart ...................331
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Headlight Switch7 — 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 — Gear Selector/Transfer Case Position Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 14 — Ignition Switch
3 — Radio 9 — Lower Switch Bank (Engine Start/Stop, ESC
OFF, TOW/HAUL, Electronic Trailer Brake, Air
Suspension, Park Assist) — If Equipped 15 — Hood Release
4 — Hazard Switch 10 — Instrument Panel Drawer 16 — Parking Brake Release
5 — Upper Glove Compartment 11 — Climate Controls
6 — Lower Glove Compartment 12 — Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in Revolutions
Per Minute (RPM x 1000).
CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer at high RPM for extended periods. Engine
operation over 3200 RPM (Redline) can result in
significant damage that will not be covered under
warranty.
2. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and
may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it
indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is
not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have
the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of
an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which
monitors the emissions and engine control sys-
tem. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing, the light
will come on when the ignition is first turned on and
remain on, as a bulb check, until the engine is started. If
the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light will4
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come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain
on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and remain
on until the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not come
on during starting, have the condition investigated
promptly.
If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it
suggests a potential engine control problem and the need
for system service.
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
drivability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
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CAUTION!(Continued)
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
drive slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result
in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or
others.
4. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
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