RAM 1500 2022 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: RAM, Model Year: 2022, Model line: 1500, Model: RAM 1500 2022Pages: 496, PDF Size: 18.03 MB
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Tonneau Cover Latch Components Position One
(Front Latches Latched And Stowage Straps Secured)
Position Two (Front And Rear Latches Latched)
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER FOLDING 
F
OR DRIVING OR REMOVAL
To remove the Tonneau Cover use the following 
steps:
1. Open the tailgate to access the rear pair of 
Tonneau Cover latches located on the 
underside of the Cover.
Location Of Rear Latches
1 — Handle
2 — Slide Locking Lever
3 — Locating Bumper
4 — Truck Flange Bead
5 — Latch Bumper
6 — J Hook
1 — Panel 1
2 — Panel 2
3 — Panel 3
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Slide Locking Lever Inward
2. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the  truck bed to release the J Hook and pull the 
handle downward into the released position.
Unlatching Latch Released Position
Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up
 3. Holding the bumper, push the fully released 
latch to the center and push up. Push the 
handle firmly, locking it into the stowed 
position. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the 
opposite side latch.
Stowed Position
Lift Panel 3 And Fold Onto Panel 2
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4. Lift up on Panel 3 and fold it onto Panel 2.
Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together
NOTE:When folding the second and third panels, the 
sections  MUST be held together to avoid damage 
to the cover material. Fold the panel gently. Do not 
allow the panels to drop under their own weight.
Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage
 5. Lift up on the second and third panel and fold 
them onto the first panel.
Stowage Strap Clipped
6. Unsnap the stowage strap and clip. Repeat for  both straps to prevent the tonneau cover 
panels from unfolding.
Position One 
(Front Latches Latched And Stowage Straps Secured)
NOTE:Be sure the Tonneau Cover has been folded 
completely, and the stowage straps are engaged, 
before removing.
Fully Folded Tonneau Cover
CAUTION!
The folded Tonneau Cover must be latched by 
both front latches and both front stowage straps 
or damage to the Tonneau Cover or vehicle may 
occur while driving.
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NOTE:The vehicle can be driven with the Tonneau in the 
folded position or can be completely removed.
Slide Locking Lever Inward
7. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the  truck bed to release the J Hook and pull the 
handle downward into the released position.
Unlatching Latch Released Position
Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up
8. Holding the bumper, push the fully released  latch to the center and push up. Push the 
handle firmly, locking it into the stowed 
position. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 for the opposite 
side latch.
9. With two people, remove the cover.TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER 
I
NSTALLATION
To install the Tonneau Cover follow these steps:
1. Position the Tonneau Cover on the truck bed 
and center using the locating bumpers.
2. Locate the front pair of Tonneau Cover latches  on the underside of the Cover. Slide the 
locking lever toward the inside of the truck bed 
and release the latch from the stowed 
position, and pull the handle downward into 
the released position. Do this for both the 
left and right side.
Location of Front Latches
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Slide Locking Lever Towards Inside Of Truck Unlatching Latch Released Position
3. Swing the J Hook from the handle and push  the handle to the center and up, ensuring that 
the J Hook is under the truck flange. Push up 
on the handle firmly, locking it into the latched 
position.
 J Hook Under Truck Flange
NOTE:Make sure the bumper is in front of the truck 
flange bead.
1 — Front Of Truck
2 — J Hook
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Pull Handle Downward
4. Pull down on the handle to ensure the Slide  Locking Lever is fully engaged. Do this for both 
the left and right side.
5. Unclip the stowage straps, and re-snap them  to the bow. 6. Unfold the Tonneau Cover to the second panel 
position.
Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage
NOTE:When folding the second and third panels, the 
sections  MUST be held together to avoid damage 
to the cover material. Fold the panel gently. Do not 
allow the panels to drop under their own weight.
Second Panel Position
NOTE:Unfold the panel gently, and do not allow the 
panels to drop under their own weight.
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7. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover.
Position Two (Fully Unfolded)
8. Repeat steps 2 through 3 for the rear pair of  latches. 9. Pull down on the handle to ensure the Slide 
Locking Lever is fully engaged. Do this for both 
the left and right side.
NOTE:Also check to ensure the bumper is forward of the 
bead on the underside of the truck flange. Make 
sure that the Tonneau Cover is positioned fully 
forward, so that the bumper clears the bead.
Pull Up On Tonneau Cover Corners
 10. Gently pull up on all four corners of the 
Tonneau Cover to ensure that it is properly 
latched.
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER CLEANING
For proper cleaning of the Tonneau Cover, use 
Mopar® Whitewall & Vinyl Top Cleaner and 
Mopar® Leather & Vinyl Conditioner/Protectant.
CAUTION!
The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau 
Cover is in the second panel position.CAUTION!
It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the 
Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the 
vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure can 
result in detachment of the Tonneau Cover from 
the vehicle and/or damage to the vehicle/
Tonneau Cover.2
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE
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BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 
D
ESCRIPTIONS — GASOLINE
1. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions 
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Voltmeter
When the vehicle is in the RUN state, the 
gauge indicates the electrical system 
voltage. The pointer should stay within the 
normal range if the battery is charged. If the 
pointer moves to either extreme left or right 
and remains there during normal driving, 
the electrical system should be serviced.
NOTE:In vehicles equipped with Stop/Start, a reduced 
voltage may be present during an Autostop.
3. Instrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this 
display shows the instrument cluster 
display messages  Ú page 114.
The display always shows one of the main 
menu items after ignition on. 4. Oil Pressure Gauge
The pointer should always indicate the oil 
pressure when the engine is running. A 
continuous high or low reading under 
normal driving conditions may indicate a 
lubrication system malfunction. Immediate 
service should be obtained from an autho
-
rized dealer.
NOTE:In vehicles equipped with Stop/Start, an oil 
pressure indication of zero is normal during an 
Autostop.
5. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
6. Temperature Gauge
The pointer shows engine coolant tempera -
ture. The pointer positioned within the 
normal range indicates that the engine 
cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The pointer will likely indicate a higher 
temperature when driving in hot weather, 
up mountain grades, or when towing a 
trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed 
the upper limits of the normal operating 
range. 7. Fuel GaugeThe pointer shows the level of fuel in the 
fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON/RUN 
position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to 
the side of the vehicle where the 
fuel door is located.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or 
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling 
coolant. You may want to call an authorized 
dealer for service if your vehicle overheats  
Ú page 423.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could 
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge 
reads “H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the 
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until 
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If 
the pointer remains on the “H,” turn the engine 
off immediately and call an authorized dealer for 
service.
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PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE
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