heater Ram 1500 2013 User Guide

WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
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range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and
a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)
until the engine is fully warmed up.
NOTE:Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is
beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera-
ture is less than 32°F (0°C).
Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter
than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel
consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon
(mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease
by about 30%, compared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
CAUTION!
Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and
may affect driveability.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
upper switch bank just below the radio.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle
speed.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 613

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F08 30 Amp Pink Emissions Diesel –
If Equipped
F09 40 Amp Green Diesel Fuel Heater
– If Equipped
F10 40 Amp Green Body Controller /
Exterior Lighting #2
F10 50 Amp Red Body Controller /
Exterior Lighting #2 – If Equipped with Stop/Start
F11 30 Amp Pink Integrated Trailer
Brake Module – If EquippedCavity Car- tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F12 40 Amp Green Body Controller #3
/ Interior Lights
F13 40 Amp Green Blower Motor
F14 40 Amp Green Body Controller #4
/ Power Locks
F15 30 Amp Pink Electric Park Brake
Right Side – If Equipped
F19 30 Amp Pink SCR – If Equipped
F20 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door
Module
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Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F33 20 Amp Yellow Diesel Fuel Heater
#1 – If Equipped / Rear Blower – If Equipped
F34 30 Amp Pink Vehicle System In-
terface Module #2 – If Equipped
F35 30 Amp Pink Sunroof – If
Equipped
F36 30 Amp Pink Rear Defroster– If
Equipped
F37 30 Amp Pink Diesel Fuel Heater
#2 if equippedCavity Car- tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F38 30 Amp Pink Power Inverter
115V AC– IfEquipped
F39 30 Amp Pink Vehicle System In-
terface Module #1– If Equipped
F41 10 Amp
Red Active Grill Shutter
F42 20 Amp
Yellow Horn
F43 10 Amp
Red Snow Plow (Left) –
If Equipped
F44 10 Amp
Red Diagnostic Port
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Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F58
20 Amp Yellow
(Gas En- gine) /
25 Amp Natural (Diesel
Engine)Engine Cooling Pump
F60 15 Amp
Blue Underhood Lamp
F61 20 Amp
Yellow Power Take-off
Unit – If Equipped
F62 10 Amp
Red Air Conditioning
Clutch
Cavity Car- tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F63 20 Amp
Yellow
IgnitionCoils (Gas),
Urea Heater (Diesel)
F64 25 Amp
Natural Fuel Injectors /
Powertrain
F65 10 Amp
Red USB interface
F66 10 Amp
Red Sunroof / Passen-
ger Window
Switches / Rain Sensor
F67 10 Amp
Red CD / DVD /
Bluetooth Hands- free Module – If Equipped
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Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F88 15 Amp
Blue Instrument Panel
Cluster
F90/F91 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet (Rear
seats) Customer Selectable
F93 20 Amp
Yellow Cigar Lighter
F94 10 Amp
Red Shifter / Transfer
Case Module
F95 10 Amp
Red Rear Camera /
Park Assist
F96 10 Amp
Red Rear Seat Heater
SwitchCavity Car- tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F97 25 Amp
Natural Rear Heated Seats
& Heated Steering Wheel – IfEquipped
F98 25 Amp
Natural Front Heated Seats
– If Equipped
F99 10 Amp
Red Climate Control
F101 15 Amp
Blue Electrochromatic
Mirror / Smart
High Beams – If Equipped
F104 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlets (In-
strument Panel/Center Console)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 677

Engine................................ .631
Air Cleaner .......................... .640
Block Heater ......................... .351
Break-In Recommendations ................119
Compartment ......................... .630
Compartment Identification ................630
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................691
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................121
Flooded, Starting ...................... .345
Fuel Requirements ..................... .521
Jump Starting ......................... .612
Oil................................. .637
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .639
Oil Selection .......................... .638
Oil Synthetic ......................... .639
Overheating .......................... .571
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............76
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22
Ethanol ............................... .522Event Data Recorder
........................83
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .121
Exhaust System .......................... .121
Exterior Lighting ......................... .162
Exterior Lights .......................... .124
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .640
Engine Oil ........................... .640
Engine Oil Disposal .....................639
Flashers Turn Signal .......................... .124
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ .585
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .529
Engine Oil ........................... .528
Fuel Requirements ..................... .526
Maintenance .......................... .529
Replacement Parts ...................... .529
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Gear Select Lever Override..................618
General Information ........................20
Glass Cleaning .......................... .666
Grocery Bag Retainer ...................... .224
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................535
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................534
Guide, Body Builders ........................6
GVWR ................................ .532
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .442
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................571
Headlights ............................. .680
Automatic ........................... .162
Cleaning ............................ .665
High Beam ........................... .172
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........172
Passing ............................. .172Switch
.............................. .162
Head Restraints ......................... .154
Heated Mirrors .......................... .137
Heater ................................ .315
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .351
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .172
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .539
Hoisting ................................611
Hood Release ........................... .160
Hub Caps .............................. .590
Ignition .................................16
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................16
Illuminated Entry ..........................22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................18
Infant Restraint ...........................84
Inflation Pressure Tires .....................503
720 INDEX