wheel Ram 2500 2017 Owner's Manual

Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Base Quad Headlamp –
Low Beam H11LL
Base Quad Headlamp –
High Beam 9005LL
Front Turn Signal Lamp
(Base Quad Headlamp) 3157NA
Premium Bi Halogen
Projector Headlamp - Low
Beam 9005Sl+
Premium Bi Halogen
Projector Headlamp -
High Beam 9005LL
Front Turn Signal Lamp
(Premium Headlamp) LED (Serviced at autho-
rized dealer)
Fog Lamp (Horizontal
shape) 9145
Fog Lamp (Vertical shape) 9006
Center High Mounted
Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 921K
Rear Cargo Lamp 921
Bulb Number
LED Center High
Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL)/Cargo Lamp LED (Serviced at autho-
rized dealer)
Cab Roof Marker Lamps 194NA
Base Rear Tail/Turn and
Stop Lamp 3157K
Premium Rear Tail/Turn
and Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at autho-
rized dealer)
Premium Backup Lamp 7440/W21W
Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker
Lamp 194
Side Marker Lamps (Dual
Rear Wheels) 194
Backup Lamp 921
Rear License Plate Lamp 194
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 689

BULB REPLACEMENT
NOTE:Lens fogging can occur under certain atmospheric
conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric condi-
tions change to allow the condensation to change back into
a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate the
clearing process.
Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam
Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And
Turn — If Equipped
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the six plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender
ledges.
4. Remove the two plastic push-in rivets that secure the upper radiator seal to the radiator.
5. Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle. 6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws.
7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front
wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the
access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield.
Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained through this
access hole.
Headlamp Assembly Attachment Screw Locations
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8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house splashshield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to
disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front
lamp unit housing.
9. Remove the headlamp assembly. Grasp the outboard edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to disen-
gage the ball stud from the plastic grommet.
10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.
11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary.CAUTION!
• Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
• Always use the correct bulb size and type for replace-
ment. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat
and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb socket, or the
lamp wiring.
NOTE: There are access covers over both headlamp bulb
access holes in the quad front lamp unit housing (if
equipped). These covers MUST be reinstalled after the bulb
has been replaced.
Fog Lamps — If Equipped
1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing.
2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector from the fog lamp bulb.
3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise ¼ turn to unlock the bulb from the housing.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.Slide Lock
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 691

Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) —
If Equipped
1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access tothe bulb sockets.
2. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise to access the bulb.
3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.
4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing.
Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) —
If Equipped
1. Push rearward on the side marker lamp assembly.
2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender.
3. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise and removefrom assembly to access the bulb.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from socket.
5. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and housing.Screw Locations
Side Marker Lamp Locations
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – Eight-Speed Automatic
Use only MOPAR ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may
affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission – Six-Speed Automatic with Gaso-
line Engine (For Diesel Engine see Diesel Supplement) Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to
use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission. We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 fluid.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid.
Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant
SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require
the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR Limited Slip Addi-
tive (MS-10111).
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How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt.........81
Infants And Child Restraints .................70
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ..............78
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........75
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........72
Seating Positions ..........................74
Cigar Lighter ............................ .189
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .542
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .674
Climate Control ........................... .330
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .384
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................328
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .523
Console, Overhead ........................ .173
Contract, Service .......................... .712
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............664
Cooling System ........................... .662
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................663
Coolant Capacity ........................ .697
Coolant Level ....................662, 665, 666
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................664
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................662
Inspection ......................... .665, 666
Points To Remember ..................... .666Pressure Cap
........................... .664
Radiator Cap .......................... .664
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......662, 697, 698
Corrosion Protection ....................... .672
Cruise Light ....................... .263, 264, 265
Cupholders .............................. .191
Customer Assistance ....................... .710
Customer Programmable Features ...............307
Daytime Running Lights .....................140
Dealer Service ............................ .639
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .200
Defroster, Windshield ........................96
Delay

(Intermittent) Wipers ...................148
Differential, Limited-Slip .....................470
Dipsticks Power Steering ......................... .492
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................626
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................664
Do Not Disturb ........................... .372
Door Ajar ............................... .248
Door Ajar Light ........................... .248
Door Locks Door Locks ..............................32
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KeyFob................................32
Remote................................32
Remote Keyless Entry ......................32
Door Locks, Automatic .......................34
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .175
Driving Off-Pavement .......................... .457
Off-Road ............................. .457
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .472
Dual Rear Wheels ...................... .532, 581
E-85 Fuel ............................... .545
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .184
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................200
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case . . . .417, 422, 427, 432
Electronic Brake Control System ................495
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................495
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................504
Traction Control System ....................500
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ............393, 401, 410
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........154
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............500
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........246
Emergency Brake .......................... .492Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................621
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................580
Jump Starting .......................... .618
Tow Hooks ............................ .623
Emission Control System Maintenance ............637
Engine .............................. .634, 635
Air Cleaner ............................ .643
Block Heater ........................... .385
Break-In Recommendations ..................94
Compartment .......................... .633
Compartment Identification ...........633, 634, 635
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .698
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................95, 545
Flooded, Starting ........................ .384
Fuel

Requirements ....................541, 697
Jump Starting .......................... .618
Oil ........................... .640, 697, 698
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .642
Oil Filter .............................. .642
Oil Selection ........................ .641, 697
Oil Synthetic ........................... .642
Overheating ........................... .580
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................641, 642
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................641
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Enhanced Accident Response Feature..........66, 630
Entry System, Illuminated .....................21
Ethanol ............................. .542, 545
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................95, 545
Exhaust System ........................ .95, 660
Exterior Lighting .......................... .139
Exterior Lights .............................98
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .643
Air Conditioning .....................347, 650
Engine Oil ......................... .642, 698
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .642
Flashers Turn Signal ...................... .98, 146, 263
Flat Tire Stowage ...................... .596, 613
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ......................... .547
Engine Oil ............................ .546
Fuel Requirements ....................545, 546
Maintenance ........................... .547
Replacement Parts ....................... .547
Starting .............................. .547
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .384
Fluid, Brake ............................. .701Fluid Capacities
........................... .697
Fluid Leaks ...............................98
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .667
Power Steering ......................... .492
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............698
Fog Lights ........................ .142, 256, 691
Fold Flat Load Floor ....................... .202
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................580
Four Wheel Drive ......................... .414
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .621
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .668
Fuel ................................... .541
Adding .............................. .548
Additives ............................. .544
Clean

Air ............................. .542
Ethanol ........................... .542, 545
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .549
Gasoline .............................. .541
Light ................................ .254
Materials Added ........................ .544
Methanol ............................. .542
Octane Rating ....................... .541, 698
Requirements ....................... .541, 697
Tank Capacity .......................... .697
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Exterior................................98
Fog........................... .142, 256, 691
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .................417
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................580
Headlights ............................ .139
High Beam ............................ .147
High Beam/Low Beam Select ................147
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............505
Illuminated Entry .........................21
Interior ..................... .143, 144, 145, 174
Low Fuel ............................. .254
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........249
Park ................................. .262
Passing ............................... .147
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .241
Security Alarm ......................... .244
Service ............................ .688, 690
Side Marker ........................... .696
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........252, 535
Traction Control ........................ .503
Transfer Case .......................... .417
Turn Signal ................98, 146, 263, 690, 692
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .244, 263
Limited-Slip Differential ..................470, 669 Loading Vehicle
........................... .549
Tires................................. .513
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................... .282
Battery Saver On ........................ .282
Electrical Load Reduction ...................282
Intelligent Battery Sensor ...................282
Locks ....................................32
Automatic Door ..........................34
Child Protection ..........................34
Door ..................................32
Power Door .............................33
Low Tire Pressure System .....................535
Lubrication, Body ......................... .656
Lug

Nuts ............................... .581
Maintenance Free Battery .....................648
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .639
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .704
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .249, 637
Manual, Service ........................... .714
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ....................... .669
Lubricant Selection ...................... .701
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SteeringPower ......................... .490, 491, 492
Wheel, Heated ......................... .151
Wheel, Tilt ............................ .150
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................327
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .327
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ..............195
Storage, Vehicle ....................... .346, 688
Storing Your Vehicle ....................... .688
Sun Roof ............................... .182
Suspension, Air ....................... .438, 444
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .504
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .642
System, Remote Starting ......................29
Tailgate ................................ .220
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...........345
Tilt Down .................................119
Up ...................................119
Tilt Steering Column ....................... .150
Tip Start ................................ .382
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........513, 514
Tire Markings ............................ .508
Tires.......................... .98, 518, 523, 533Aging (Life Of Tires)
..................... .526
Air Pressure ........................ .513, 518
Chains ............................... .528
Compact Spare ......................... .523
Dual ............................. .532, 581
General Information ...................518, 523
High Speed ............................ .520
Inflation Pressures ....................... .519
Life Of Tires ........................... .526
Load Capacity ...................... .513, 515
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............535
Pressure Warning Light ....................252
Quality Grading ........................ .533
Radial ............................... .520
Replacement ........................... .527
Rotation .............................. .530
Safety ............................ .508,

518
Sizes ................................ .509
Snow Tires ............................ .522
Spare Tire ...................... .523, 524, 525
Spinning .............................. .525
Tread Wear Indicators .....................526
Tire Safety Information ...................... .508
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................559
Tonneau Cover ........................... .678
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