weight Ram 1500 2013 Get to Know Guide 

PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
• You can see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle wheneverthe shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera image
will be displayed in the rearview mirror or touchscreen display along with a caution
note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds
this note will disappear.
• If the rearview mirror or touchscreen display appears foggy, clean the ParkView
®
camera located to the left of the tailgate handle.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up; even when using the ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You must continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) – 2500 MODELS
ONLY
Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description
•
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System on your vehicle has two different tire pressure
settings based on vehicle loading. The Tire Light Load Switch is located on the
Instrument Panel below the climate controls.
• The “Light Load Inflation” and “Max Load Inflation” tire pressures recommended for your vehicle based on vehicle loading are found on the Supplemental Tire
Pressure Information Label located on the rear face of the driver front door.
•
When the vehicle is in the “Light Load Inflation” setting, the Tire Light Load Inflation
switch is On. The indicator light is Off when in the “Max Load Inflation” setting.
Light Load Inflation (Indicator Light On)
• If the passenger and cargo weights are less than the Light Load Pressure Definition shown on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label, inflate or
deflate tires to the correct “Light Load Inflation” pressure. If the indicator light is
not on, the mode can be changed by pushing the switch once.
• If the light on the switch flashes On and Off, after the button is pressed to switch
between modes, this indicates conditions are not correct to switch modes. The system
will not allow switching modes until the tire pressures have been set to Light Load
Inflation as indicated on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label.
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•IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING TO SHOW LOW AIR PRESSURE, BRING THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THAT TIRE TO THE PLACARD VALUE SHOWN ON THE LABEL ON THE
DRIVER DOOR. NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR UP
TO 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL GO OFF.
Max Load Inflation (Indicator Light Off)
• If the passenger and cargo weights exceed the Light Load Pressure Definition shown on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label, adjust tires to the
correct “Max Load Inflation” pressure. If the indicator is on, reset by pushing the
switch once.
• If the tire pressure monitoring light and a “low tire” message appears in the cluster, inflate the tire pressures to the “Max Load Inflation” setting as indicated
in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label.
• After any tire pressure adjustment, the vehicle may need to be driven for up to
20 minutes at speeds over 15 mph for the tire pressure information to be updated, or for
a low tire pressure warning to go out.
• For additional information, refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD.
POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW
• The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead con-
sole.
• Push the switch right to open the glass and pull the switch left to close the
glass.
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PICKUP BOX
• You can carry wide building materials (sheets of plywood, etc.) by building a raisedload floor. Place lumber across the box in the indentations provided above the
wheel housings and in the bulkhead dividers to form the floor.
• There are stampings in the sheet metal on the inner side bulkheads of the box in front of and behind both wheel housings. Place wooden boards across the box from
side to side to create separate load compartments in the pickup box.
• There are four tie-down cleats bolted to the lower sides of the pickup box that can sustain loads up to 1000 lbs (450 kg) total.
WARNING!
• The pickup box is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers,
who should sit in seats and use seat belts.
• Care should always be exercised when operating a vehicle with unrestrained
cargo. Vehicle speeds may need to be reduced. Severe turns or rough roads may
cause shifting or bouncing of the cargo that may result in vehicle damage.
If wide building materials are to be frequently carried, the installation of a
support is recommended. This will restrain the cargo and transfer the load to
the pickup box floor.
•
If you wish to carry more than 600 lbs (272 kg) of material suspended above the
wheelhouse, supports must be installed to transfer the weight of the load to the
pickup box floor or vehicle damage may result. The use of proper supports will
permit loading up to the rated payload.
• Unrestrained cargo may be thrown forward in an accident causing serious or
fatal injury.
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CAUTION!
• Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle:• Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured.
• Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) per bin.
• Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehiclebattery to discharge. If the lid is required to stay open for extended periods
of time, it is recommended that the bin lights be turned off manually using
the on/off switch.
• Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before moving or driving
vehicle.
• Loads applied to the top of the bin lid should be minimized to prevent
damage to the lid and latching/hinging mechanisms.
• Damage to the RamBox
®bin may occur due to heavy/sharp objects placed
in bin that shift due to vehicle motion. In order to minimize potential for
damage, secure all cargo to prevent movement and protect inside surfaces
of bin from heavy/sharp objects with appropriate padding.
• The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the
angle of the load on each cleat should not exceed 60 degrees above
horizontal, or damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
WARNING!
•Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended or in motion.
• Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins. Once in the storagebin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin,
children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
• In a collision, serious injury could result if the storage bin covers are not
properly latched.
• Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
• To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage:
• Cargo must be secured.
• Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle.
• Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie-downs.
• Extender should not be used as cargo tie-down.
•
When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg) load on the tailgate.
• The bed extender is not intended for off road use.
•
When not in use, the extender/divider should be in stowed or divider position
with the tailgate closed.
• When in use, all handles are to be in the locked position.
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STSLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie
5.7L HEMI® V-8
6–Speed Automatic Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,350 lbs(4 694 kg)
Max Payload:
1,480 lbs (671 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,300 lbs(4 672 kg)
Max Payload:
1,450 lbs (657 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,050 lbs(4 558 kg)
Max Payload:
1,380 lbs (625 kg)
Ram 2500 & 3500
ST SLT/OUTDOORSMAN/ SPORT/LARAMIE
5.7L HEMI® V-8
6-Speed Automatic Transmission Max Towing:
10,100 lbs(4 581 kg)
Max Payload:
1,780 lbs (807 kg)
Max Towing: 12,300 lbs(5 579 kg)
Max Payload:3,120 lbs (1 415 kg)
—
Diesel
2500 ST SLT
Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman 3500 ST SLT
Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman
6.7L Cummins® Turbo
Diesel 6-Speed Manual Transmission Max Towing: 16,900 lbs
(7 665 kg)
Max Payload: 2,960 lbs (1 342 kg) Max Towing: 18,200 lbs
(8 255 kg)
Max Payload: 6,640 lbs (3 011 kg)
6.7L Cummins® Turbo
Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Max Towing: 17,870 lbs
(8 105 kg)
Max Payload: 3,020 lbs (1 369 kg) Max Towing: 30,060 lbs
(13 634 kg)
Max Payload: 6,710 lbs (3 043 kg)
NOTE:
For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the
following website addresses:
•http://www.ramtrucks.com.
• http://www.ramtruck.ca (Canada).
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DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• The Cummins®turbocharged diesel engine does not require a break-in period due
to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, providing the following recom-
mendations are followed: • Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
• Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods.
• Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging.
• Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators.
• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
•
Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carrying or towing significant weight.
NOTE:
Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the
time before the engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and power may be
seen at this time.
• Because of the construction of the Cummins
®turbocharged diesel engine, engine
run-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow the engine parts to
achieve final finish and fit during the first 6,000 miles (10 000 km).
DIESEL ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES
Engine Block Heater
• For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), engine block heater usage is recommended.
• For ambient temperatures below –20°F (-29°C), engine block heater usage is required.
• The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood to the right side and can be located just behind the grille near the headlamp.
• Connect the heater cord to a ground-fault interrupter protected 110–115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
NOTE:
The block heater will require 110 volts AC and 6.5 amps to activate the heater element.
•The block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming
effect on the coolant.
Water In Fuel Message
•
If a Water In Fuel message orindicator appears in the cluster and a chime
sounds five times, the fuel/water separator will need to be drained immediately to
prevent engine damage.
• Refer to “Draining Fuel Water Separator” in this guide for draining instructions or see your dealer.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Gasoline Versions
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant
3.6L, 4.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 14 Quarts (13 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 16 Quarts (15 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) .18.7 Quarts (17.7 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 2500/3500
Models w/Heavy Duty We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) .19.2 Quarts (18.2 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L, 4.7L, 5.7L We recommend you use
API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements ofChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to you oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 3.6L Engine - 6 Quarts
(5.7 Liters)
4.7L Engine - 6 Quarts (5.7 Liters)
5.7L Engine - 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L
For 2500/3500 trucksoperating with a gross combined weight
rating greater than
14,000 lbs/(6,350 kg)
We recommend you use
API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filter cap for correct SAE grade. 5.7L Engine - 7 Quarts
(6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter
3.6L, 4.7L, 5.7L We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Engine Oil Filters.
—
Spark Plug 3.6L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Spark Plug 4.7L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Spark Plug 5.7L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Automatic
Transmission —
Eight-Speed AutomaticWe recommend you use Mopar®
ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
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SIRIUS Travel Link...........89
SparkPlugs..............162
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....28
Starting Cold Weather ...........121
Remote ...............13
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) ..........120
SunRoof ................40
Tailgate ................108
Temperature Control, Automatic(ATC)...........36
Theft System Arming ..........13
Theft System Disarming ........13
Tires Air Pressure ...........182
Changing .............137
FlatChanging ..........137
Jacking ..............137
Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS) ...............38
Pressure Warning Light .....130
Tow/Haul................116
Tow Hooks, Emergency ........150
Towing Disabled Vehicle .........153
Recreational ...........118 Towing Vehicle Behind a
Motorhome .............118
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight . . .114
Transfer Case Fluid ................162
Transmission Fluid ................162
WarningLight ..........133
TurnSignals...............26
Uconnect
®3.0.............54
Uconnect®5.0.............56
Uconnect®8.4A ............62
Uconnect®8.4AN ...........79
Ventilated Seats ............22
Washers, Windshield ..........26
Water in Fuel .............120
WheelandWheelTrimCare.....182
Wheel Cover ..............144
WheelNutTorque...........144
Wind Buffeting .............41
Windshield Washers ..........26
Windshield Wipers ...........26
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