tailgate Ram 1500 2011 User Guide

Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and is an ozone-saving product.
However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi-
tioning service be performed by authorized dealers or
other service facilities using recovery and recycling
equipment.
Front Driveshaft Lubrication – 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive) Models (Ram Trucks Only)
Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil
change. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the
proper maintenance intervals. Use MOPARType MS-
6560 (lithium-based grease), or equivalent.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR
Spray White Lube or equivalent, to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit. After lubricating, excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539

Sliding Rear WindowPower ............................ 181
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 425
Snow Plow ............................ 474
Snow Tires ............................ 427
Spare Tire .......................... 419,420
Spark Plugs ............................ 582
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 134
Speedometer ........................... 211
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System ................ 344
Starting ............................. 26,309
Automatic Transmission ................ 309
Cold Weather ....................... 310
Engine Fails to Start .................. 310
Remote ............................ 26
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ............ 309
Steering Power .......................... 390,391
Wheel, Heated ...................... 132 Wheel, Tilt
......................... 131
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 288
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 288
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ........... 174
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 301,569
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 569
Sun Roof .............................. 158
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ........ 424
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... 405
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 535
System, Remote Starting .................... 26
Tachometer ............................ 210
Tailgate ............................... 198
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 295
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 210
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .............72,76
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 131
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