trailer DODGE RAM 3500 CHASSIS CAB 2008 3.G Owner's Guide

þAir Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
þrefer to Cooling System Operating information in the
Maintenance section of this manual for more informa-
tion.
Trailer Towing Mirrors Ð If Equipped
These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror
head to provide a greater vision range when towing
extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or out-
board, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped Out or
In). A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main
mirror surface.
NOTE: Fold the7x10inch trailer towing mirrors
rearward prior to entering an automated car wash.
Blindspot Mirror
364 STARTING AND OPERATING

SNOWPLOW
Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factory
installed option. These packages include components
necessary to equip your vehicle with a snowplow.
NOTE:Before installation of a snowplow it is highly
recommended that the owner / installer obtain andfollow the recommendations contained within the cur-
rent Dodge Body Builders Guide. See your dealer, in-
staller or snowplow manufacture for this information.
There are unique electrical systems that must be con-
nected to properly assure operator safety and prevent
overloading vehicle systems.
WARNING!
Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely
affect performance of the airboat system in an acci-
dent. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as
described earlier in this manual
CAUTION!
The ªLamp Outº indicator could illuminate if exte-
rior lamps are not properly installed.
Trailer Towing Position
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
12 30 Amp
PinkElectric Brake
13 25 Amp
NaturalPower-Battery
RWAL/ABS Module
Feed
14 15 Amp
BluePark Lamps Left
15 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Park Lamps
16 15 Amp
BluePark Lamps Right
17 Ð Ð
18 40 Amp
GreenABS Pump
19 30 Amp
PinkTrailer Tow Battery
FeedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
20 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraints
Controller (ORC) 2
21 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraints/
Pass Disable Switch
22 2 Amp
GrayIGN Switch Feed
23 10 Amp
RedHVAC
24 20 Amp
BlueAISIN Relay Feed
(Diesel Only)
25 10 Amp
RedPower Mirror/T-Case
Brake
26 20 Amp
YellowBrake Switch/Center
High Mount Stop
Lamp (CHMSL)/
Aftermarket CHMSL
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Required Maintenance Intervals
Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6
Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 6
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. 6,000 10 000 6
Lube Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4x4 only). 6,000 10 000 6
If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty
or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, replace if necessary.12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. 12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing (Gas Engine Only).18,000 30 000 18
Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals, replace if necessary.24,000 40 000 24
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. 30,000 50 000 30
Inspect the transfer case fluid. 30,000 50 000 30
Replace the spark plugs on 5.7L engines.30,000 50 000 30
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter and
change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return
filter (if equipped), if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing.60,000 100 000 60
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road or fre-
quent trailer towing.60,000 100 000 60
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow-
plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off-road, desert operation or
more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90FÉ (32CÉ).60,000 100 000 60
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. 90,000 150 000 90
Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000 170 000 60
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter and
change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return
filter (if equipped).120,000 200 000 120
Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s). 120,000 200 000 120
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Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 355
Hoisting.............................. 389
Hood Release.......................... 120
Hoses................................ 440
Hub Caps............................. 385
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 443
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................59,60
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 333
Information Center...................... 143
Information Center, Vehicle................. 143
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 81
Instrument Cluster....................172,174Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 171
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 461
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 462
Interior Appearance Care.................. 460
Interior Lights.......................... 122
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 128
Intervention Regeneration Strategy........... 422
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 379
Jack Operation.......................... 380
Jump Starting.......................... 390
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 12
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Tires ............................... 318
Locks................................. 27
Child Protection........................ 31
Door................................ 27
Keys................................ 12
Power Door........................... 28
Steering Wheel......................... 18
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 63
Lubrication, Body....................... 430
Lug Nuts...........................384,386
Lumbar Support........................ 117
Maintenance........................... 404
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 425
Maintenance Procedures................... 406
Maintenance Schedule.................480,491
Manual, Service......................... 504
Manual Transmission..................285,445Fluid Level Check...................... 445
Lubricant Selection..................... 478
Shift Speeds.......................... 287
Map/Reading Lights..................... 142
Mirrors................................ 81
Automatic Dimming..................... 82
Electric Powered....................... 84
Outside.............................. 82
Rearview............................. 81
Trailer Towing......................85,364
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Mopar Parts.........................403,503
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 126
Navigation Radio........................ 222
Navigation System....................... 222
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 71
Noise Control
Maintenance.......................... 452
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Changing............................ 380
Dual............................336,386
General Information.................... 322
High Speed.......................... 327
Inflation Pressures..................... 323
Jacking............................. 380
Life of Tires.......................... 331
Load Capacity.....................318,319
Quality Grading....................... 506
Radial.............................. 328
Replacement......................... 331
Rotation............................. 335
Safety...........................313,322
Sizes............................... 315
Snow Tires........................... 334
Spinning............................ 329
Steel Carcass Ply....................... 325
Tread Wear Indicators................... 330
Wheel Mounting....................... 380Wheel Nut Torque..................... 384
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 356
Torque Converter Clutch................278,285
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 394
Towing............................... 351
Disabled Vehicle....................... 395
Guide.............................. 356
Recreational.......................... 369
Weight.............................. 356
Traction.............................. 304
Traction Control......................... 445
Trailer Towing.......................... 351
Cooling System Tips.................... 363
Hitches............................. 355
Minimum Requirements................. 357
Mirrors...........................85,364
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 356
Wiring.............................. 360
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 356
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Trailer Weight.......................... 356
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 12
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted.................... 294
Fluid............................... 478
Transmission
Automatic...................273,279,446,448
Fluid............................... 478
Maintenance.......................446,448
Manual.....................252,256,285,445
Shifting............................. 273
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 25
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 330
Trip Computer.......................... 135
Trip Odometer.......................177,182
Turn Signals......................126,175,468UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 87
Underhood Fuses........................ 462
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 506
Variance, Compass....................140,150
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Information Center................. 143
Vehicle Loading......................319,347
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 467
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video
System)............................... 226
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 410
Voltmeter...........................174,262
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 174
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 503
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