contents Ram 1500 2013 Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................125
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................253
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................335
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................569
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................627
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................695
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................703
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INDEX ....................................................................713
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................4
 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..............4
 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ..............6
 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ............6
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ........6
 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ....7
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time 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 reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac-
tion.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............12
â–« Ignition System ........................12
â–« KeyFob.............................14
â–« Removing Key Fob From Ignition ..........16
â–« Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................18
 SENTRY KEY® .........................18
â–« Replacement Keys .....................19
â–« Customer Key Programming ..............20
â–« General Information ....................20

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .21
â–« Rearming Of The System .................21
â–« To Arm The System .....................21
â–« To Disarm The System ...................21
â–« Security System Manual Override ...........22
 ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED ......22
 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) —
IF EQUIPPED ..........................23
â–« Remote Unlock The Doors ...............24
â–« To Lock The Doors .....................26
â–« Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock .........27
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
MIRRORS ........................... .131
â–« Inside Day/Night Mirror ................131
â–« Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .131
â–« Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View
Camera Display — If Equipped ...........132
â–« Outside Mirrors ..................... .133
â–« Outside Mirrors Folding Feature ...........134
â–« Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If
Equipped .......................... .135
â–« Power Mirrors — If Equipped ............135â–«
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........137
â–« Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped ......................... .137
â–« Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped . . . .137
â–« “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If
Equipped .......................... .138
â–« Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ......139
 SEATS ............................. .140
â–« Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped ........140
â–« Passenger ’s Power Seat — If Equipped ......1423

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........255
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM .......256
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .....257
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) .............................. .267
â–« Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... .269
â–« Engine Oil Change Indicator System ........271
â–« Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Messages .......................... .273
â–« EVIC Amber Telltales ...................277 â–«
EVIC White Telltales ...................279
â–« EVIC Red Telltales .....................279
â–« EVIC Green Telltales ...................280
â–« EVIC Selectable Menu Items ..............280
â–« Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... .283
â–« Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items ........292
 Uconnect® ACCESS SETTINGS .............294
â–« Hard-Keys ......................... .294
â–« Soft-Keys .......................... .295
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................342
â–« Normal Starting ...................... .342
â–« Automatic Transmission ................342
â–« Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ..................343
â–« Normal Starting ...................... .343
â–« Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C) ................345
â–« If Engine Fails To Start .................345
â–« After Starting ....................... .346
 STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......346â–«
Automatic Mode ..................... .346
â–« Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not AUTO
STOP............................. .347
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To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode . . .348
â–« To Manually Turn Off The Start Stop System . .349
â–« To Manually Turn On The Start Stop System . .350
â–« System Malfunction ....................350
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .351
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............352
â–« Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............353
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...........571
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............571
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 1500 SERIES
TRUCKS ............................ .572
â–« Jack Location ........................ .591
â–« Removal Of Jack And Tools (1500 Series) .....573
â–« Removing The Spare Tire ................593
â–« Preparations ........................ .596
â–« Jack Instructions (1500 Series) .............579
â–« To Stow The Flat Or Spare ...............585 â–«
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series) . .587
â–« Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped . . . .589
â–« Wheel Nuts ........................ .590
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 2500 AND
3500 SERIES TRUCKS ...................591
â–« Jack Location ........................ .591
â–« Removal Of Jack And Tools
(2500, 3500 Series) .....................591
â–« Removing The Spare Tire ................593
â–« Preparations ........................ .596
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........630
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 4.7L ..........631
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..........632
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .633
â–« Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............633
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .634
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................635
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .635
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........636â–«
Engine Oil ......................... .637
â–« Engine Oil Filter ..................... .640
â–« Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................640
â–« Maintenance-Free Battery ...............641
â–« Air Conditioner Maintenance .............642
â–« Front Driveshaft Lubrication – 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks
Only) ............................. .643
â–« Body Lubrication .....................643
â–« Windshield Wiper Blades ...............644
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of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •
Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-
12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec-
tion of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
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