four wheel drive RAM CHASSIS CAB 2017 Owner's Manual

Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain
will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is al-
lowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground. This
may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If
using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place automatic trans-
mission in PARK, manual transmission in gear (not in
NEUTRAL).
4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key fob.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing,
to secure the front wheels in the straight position. CAUTION!• Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Do not disconnect the driveshaft because fluid may
leak from the transmission, causing damage to inter-
nal parts.
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift transfer
cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for recreational
towing. Automatic transmissions must be shifted into
PARK for recreational towing. Manual transmissions must
be placed in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL) for recreational
towing. Refer to the following for the proper transfer case
NEUTRAL (N) shifting procedure for your vehicle.420 STARTING AND OPERATING

CAUTION!• DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with
only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear)
will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the
ground, or OFF the ground (using a vehicle trailer).
• Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this
vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the
transfer case.
• Before recreational towing, the transfer case must be
in NEUTRAL. To be certain the transfer case is fully
in NEUTRAL, perform the procedure outlined under
“Shifting Into NEUTRAL”. Internal transmission
damage will result, if the transfer case is not in
NEUTRAL during towing.
• Automatic transmissions must be placed in PARK,
and manual transmissions must be placed in gear
(not in Neutral) for recreational towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued)• Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because fluid
will leak from the transfer case, causing damage to
internal parts.
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing.
WARNING!You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEU-
TRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position
disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the
powertrain, and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the
automatic transmission is in PARK (or manual transmis-
sion is in gear). The parking brake should always be
applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. 5STARTING AND OPERATING 421

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS  HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........... .426
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............ .426
 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . .427
▫ Torque Specifications ................... .427
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......... .429
▫ 4500/5500 Models ..................... .430
▫ Preparations For Jacking ................. .430
▫ Jacking Instructions .................... .430
 HOISTING ........................... .435
 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ........... .436
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start .............. .436 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ................. .437
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............. .439
 EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED . . .440
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ............. .441
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........... .442
▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ................ .443
▫ Four-Wheel Drive Models ................ .444
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................. .444
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........... .4446

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out
of PARK for towing.
CAUTION!• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
Two-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, the vehicle may be towed (with the rear wheels
on the ground) under the following conditions:
• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL. • The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed, or
with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a
towing dolly, or (when using a suitable steering wheel
stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the straight position)
with rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the
ground.
CAUTION!Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 443

Four-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle
on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the
opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer case
is operable, the vehicle may be towed (in the forward
direction, with ALL wheels on the ground), IF the transfer
case is in NEUTRAL (N) and the transmission is in PARK
(for automatic transmissions) or in gear (NOT in NEU-
TRAL, for manual transmissions). Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion and detailed instructions.
CAUTION!• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur
if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Things To
Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information
on the Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) func-
tion.
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain
crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Things To
Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information
on the Event Data Recorder (EDR).444 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS  ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L .......... .447
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . . .448
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .448
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............ .449
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ............. .449
 REPLACEMENT PARTS .................. .450
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .450
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ............ .451
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .451
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .453
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................ .454
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ........... .456
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ................ .458 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............. .459
▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication —
Four-Wheel Drive Models ................ .465
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .466
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................ .466
▫ Adding Washer Fluid .................. .469
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .470
▫ Cooling System ....................... .471
▫ Brake System ........................ .475
▫ Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle
Fluid Level .......................... .476
▫ Transfer Case ........................ .477
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ..... .478
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ........................... .4807

Front Prop Shaft Lubrication — Four-Wheel Drive
Models
Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil
change. The grease fitting is located at the rear of the front
driveshaft, near the centering mechanism of double cardan
joint. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals. Use MOPAR Type MS-6560
(lithium-based grease), or equivalent.
Front Drive Shaft Double Cardan Joint
Double Cardan Joint1 — Double Cardan Joint
2 — Grease Fitting
3 — Exploded View – Grease Fitting 7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465

Exhaust Gas Caution .................... .91, 400
Exhaust System ........................ .91, 470
Exterior Lighting .......................... .125
Exterior Lights .............................94
Filters
Air Cleaner ............................ .454
Air Conditioning .................... .291, 460
Engine Fuel ........................... .501
Engine Oil ......................... .453, 501
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .453
Flashers
Turn Signal ...................... .94, 132, 216
Flat Tire Stowage .......................... .435
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .323
Fluid, Brake ............................. .503
Fluid Capacities ........................... .500
Fluid Leaks ...............................94
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission ................... .479
Brake ................................ .475
Power Steering ......................... .350
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ........... .501
Fog Lights ........................ .128, 212, 496
Fold Flat Load Floor ....................... .183 Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................... .426
Four Wheel Drive ......................... .338
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .439
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .476
Fuel ................................... .397
Adding .............................. .400
Additives ............................. .399
Clean Air ............................. .397
Ethanol .............................. .397
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .401
Filter ................................ .501
Gasoline .............................. .397
Light ................................ .210
Materials Added ........................ .399
Methanol ............................. .397
Octane Rating .......................... .397
Requirements .......................... .397
Tank Capacity .......................... .500
Fuses .................................. .486
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... .161, 166
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ................ .401, 449
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .397
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... .397
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .397522 INDEX

Inverter Outlet (115V) ...................... .173
Jack Location ............................ .429
Jump Starting ............................ .436
Key Fob
Programming Additional Key Fobs .............19
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....26
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......22
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................22
Key-In Reminder ............................17
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .35, 322
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ............... .244, 263
Passive Entry ............................35
Passive Entry Programming .......... .35, 244, 263
Keyless Entry System ........................22
Key, Replacement ...........................19
Keys ....................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................18
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................ .132
Lane Change Assist ........................ .132
Latches ..................................94
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .397
Leaks, Fluid ...............................94 Life Of Tires ............................. .383
Light Bulbs ................................94
Lights ............................... .94, 124
AirBag ......................... .55, 92, 197
Automatic Headlights .................... .125
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .361
Brake Warning ......................... .198
Bulb Replacement .................... .494, 495
Cap Top Clearance ...................... .498
Cargo................................ .131
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .497
Courtesy/Reading ................ .130, 131, 160
Cruise ......................... .216, 217, 218
Daytime Running ....................... .126
Engine Temperature Warning ............... .200
Exterior ................................94
Fog........................... .128, 212, 496
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ................ .341
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. .426
Headlights ............................ .125
High Beam ............................ .133
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............... .133
Hill Descent Control Indicator .............. .363
Illuminated Entry .........................22
Interior ..................... .129, 130, 131, 160524 INDEX