parking brake RAM 1500 2023 Service Manual

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY317
NOTE:
Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized by
the subscriber.
 Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s LTE
(voice/data) or 4G (data) and GPS antennas. You could
prevent LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) and GPS signal
reception, which can prevent your vehicle from placing
an emergency call. An operable LTE (voice/data) or 4G
(data) network connection and a GPS signal is required
for the SOS Call system to function properly.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Automatic SOS — If Equipped
Automatic SOS is a hands-free safety service that can
immediately connect you with help in the event that your
vehicle’s airbags deploy. Please refer to your provided
radio supplement for complete information.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience. NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with an air suspension system,
there is a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be
disabled to assist with changing a tire. This feature can be
activated through the Uconnect system
Úpage 209.
PREPARATIONS FOR JACKING
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Air Suspension, you will
need to enable Tire Jack Mode in the Uconnect system
before changing the tire
Úpage 134.

1. Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Shift the transmission into PARK (P).
5. Turn the ignition OFF.
WARNING!
 Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating
the jack or changing the wheel.
 Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get
under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center
where it can be raised on a lift.
 Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on
a jack.
 The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing
tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be
jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slip -
pery areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY321
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from the
stored location.

2. Using the lug wrench, loosen the wheel nuts (but do not remove), by turning them counterclockwise one
turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension, then to the lug wrench.

Assembled Jack And Tools

4. Placement for the front and rear jacking locations are critical. See the following images for proper jacking
locations.

Jack / Extensions Placement

WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
 Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
 Apply the parking brake firmly and set the transmis -
sion in PARK.
 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
 Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
 Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
 Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
 Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
 If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful
of motor traffic.
 To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY325
JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly,
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE:When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the
manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions.
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the
engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.

Positive (+) Battery Post Location

NOTE:
The positive battery post may be covered with a protective
cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive
battery post. Do not jump off fuses. Only jump directly off
positive post which has a positive (+) symbol on or around
the post.
See the following steps to prepare for jump starting:

1. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK, apply the parking brake and turn the ignition OFF.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables’ reach, apply the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. 4. Pull upward and remove the protective cover over the
positive (+) battery post.
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other
booster source with a system voltage greater than
12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could
establish a ground connection and personal injury
could result.
WARNING!
 Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever
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.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
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328IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
In the event it is observed that the temperature gauge is
moving towards or close to the HOT (H) position, you can
reduce the potential for overheating by taking the
appropriate action.
On the highways — slow down.
 In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), but do not increase the engine idle speed
while preventing vehicle motion with the brakes.
 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 supple -
ment to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.MANUAL PARK RELEASE
In order to move the vehicle in cases where the
transmission will not shift out of PARK (P) (such as a
depleted battery), a Manual Park Release is available.
Follow these steps to activate the Manual Park Release:

1. Apply firm pressure to the brake pedal while seated in the driver’s seat.

2. Apply the parking brake if possible.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, open the Manual Park Release cover, which is located to the
lower left of the steering column.

Manual Park Release Access Cover

4. Behind the Manual Park Release access cover is the orange tether strap. Pull the tether strap out as far as
it will go, then release it. The tether and lever will
remain outside of the trim panel and the
transmission should now be in NEUTRAL, allowing the
vehicle to be moved.

Manual Park Release Tether

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your
vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT (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 HOT (H),
and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking
brake before activating the Manual Park Release. In
addition, you should be seated in the driver’s seat with
your foot firmly on the brake pedal when activating the
Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual Park
Release will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not
secured by the parking brake, or by proper connection
to a tow vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on
an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE383
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using
mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster
and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same
soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle
and remember to always wash when the surfaces are not
hot to the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by
salt, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium
chloride, etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice
or control dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge
and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh
chemicals or a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s
protective coating that helps keep them from corroding
and tarnishing. When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive
brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and
wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent
damage to the wheels. Mopar® Wheel Treatment or
Mopar® Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is
recommended or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic
cleaner for aluminum or chrome wheels.
NOTE:If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel
cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes to remove
the water droplets from the brake components. This
activity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and
prevent vehicle vibration when braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss
Clear Coat WheelsCAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel's protective finish. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar® Wheel Cleaner
or equivalent is recommended.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
metal polishes or oven cleaner. These products may
damage the wheel's protective finish. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only
car wash soap, Mopar® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is
recommended.
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty wheels,
DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or polishing
compounds. They will permanently damage this finish
and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY USING MILD SOAP
AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular
basis; this is all that is required to maintain this finish.
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Brake Fluid .......................................................... 352, 397
Brake System ...................................................... 352, 392
Fluid Check.............................................................. 352
Master Cylinder ....................................................... 352
Parking .................................................................... 122
Warning Light .......................................................... 108
Brake/Transmission Interlock..................................... 125
Bulb Replacement ....................................................... 365
Bulbs, Light.......................................................... 313
, 365
CCamera ......................................................................... 163
Camera, AUX................................................................. 168
Camera, Rear ............................................................... 163
Camera, Surround View ............................................... 165
Camera, Trailer 360..................................................... 168
Capacities, Fuel............................................................ 395
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .............................................................. 337
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................................... 350
Car Washes .................................................................. 388
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......................................... 313
Care And Maintenance ................................................ 388
Cargo Light ...................................................................... 49
CD.................................................................................. 226
Cellular Phone .............................................................. 252
Center High Mounted Stop Light................................. 369
Center Seat Storage Compartment ...............................60
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................................................... 371
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ...... 117
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............................... 311
Checks, Safety.............................................................. 311
Child Restraint.............................................................. 298 Child Restraints
Booster Seats .......................................................... 301
Child Seat Installation ................................... 306
, 308
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt .................305 Infant And Child Restraints ..................................... 300
Locating The LATCH Anchorages............................ 304
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children............... 302
Older Children And Child Restraints....................... 300
Seating Positions ..................................................... 301
Clean Air Gasoline ........................................................ 393
Cleaning Wheels .....................................................................383
Climate Control ............................................................... 54 Automatic ................................................................... 54
Manual ....................................................................... 56
Compact Spare Tire ...................................................... 381
Connected Services ................ 236
, 237, 238, 239, 248
Contract, Service .......................................................... 400
Controls ......................................................................... 218
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........................350
Cooling System ............................................................. 349 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................................350
Coolant Level ................................................. 349
, 351
Cooling Capacity ...................................................... 395
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....................................... 351 Drain, Flush, And Refill............................................349
Inspection ................................................................ 351
Points To Remember............................................... 352
Pressure Cap ...........................................................350
Radiator Cap ............................................................350Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........ 350
, 395, 396
Corrosion Protection ..................................................... 388
Cruise Control Accel/Decel.............................................................. 144 Cancel ...................................................................... 145
Resume.................................................................... 144
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ........................... 143
, 145
Cruise Light ..........................................................115, 116
Customer Assistance ................................................... 398
Cybersecurity ................................................................ 191
DDaytime Running Lights ................................................. 47 Dealer Service .............................................................. 341
Defroster, Windshield .................................... 54
, 56, 311
Deleting A Phone .......................................................... 231
Diagnostic System, Onboard ....................................... 116
Differential, Limited Slip .............................................. 140
Dimmer Control Switch .................................................. 51
Disable Vehicle Towing ................................................ 330
Disc Drive ...................................................................... 226
Disconnecting ............................................................... 231
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................................... 351
Disturb........................................................................... 234
Door Ajar .............................................................. 108
, 110
Door Ajar Light ..................................................... 108, 110
Door Locks Automatic .................................................................. 27
Doors ............................................................................... 24
Driver Memory Presets ................................................ 224
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................................................... 30
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water .................................................. 189
Driving Tips ................................................................... 189
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E
Electric Brake Control System..................................... 263 Anti-Lock Brake System ......................................... 262
Electronic Roll Mitigation .............................. 264
, 268
Electric Parking Brake ................................................. 122
Electric Power Steering................................................ 141
Electrical Power Outlets..................................................66 Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................................... 128
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................................ 264
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light................... 109
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .................. 130
, 132
Emergency Braking ...................................................... 276
Emergency Gas Can Refueling .................................... 326
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................................. 329
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 314
Jump Starting .......................................................... 325
Emission Control System Maintenance...................... 117
Engine ........................................................................... 337 Air Cleaner ............................................................... 342Block Heater ........................................................... 121
Break-In Recommendations .................................. 122
Compartment ........................................337
, 338, 339
Compartment Identification .................337, 338, 339
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................................................ 396
Exhaust Gas Caution .............................................. 313
Fails To Start ........................................................... 121
Flooded, Starting .................................................... 121
Fuel Requirements ........................................ 393
, 395
Jump Starting .......................................................... 325
Oil ...........................................................341
, 395, 396
Oil Filler Cap ............................................................ 337 Oil Filter ....................................................................342
Oil Selection ................................................... 341
, 395
Oil Synthetic ............................................................. 342
Overheating ............................................................. 327
Starting.....................................................................118
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. 297
, 332
Entry System, Illuminated .............................................. 52 Ethanol .......................................................................... 394
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..................................................313
Exhaust System .................................................. 313
, 348
Exterior Lights ........................................................46, 313
FFamily Alerts .................................................................. 248
FAQ ................................................................................ 248
Features ........................................................................ 239
Filters Air Cleaner ............................................................... 342
Air Conditioning ................................................59
, 344
Engine Oil ................................................................. 342
Engine Oil Disposal..................................................342
Flashers Turn Signals ................................................... 115
, 313
Flash-To-Pass .................................................................. 48
Flat Tire Stowage .......................................................... 323
Fluid Capacities ............................................................395
Fluid Leaks ....................................................................313
Fluid Level Checks Brake ........................................................................ 352
Fluid, Brake ...................................................................397
Fog Lights ...............................................................48
, 368
Fold-Flat Seats ................................................................ 30 Forward Collision Warning ........................................... 274
Four Wheel Drive .......................................................... 130
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ............................................. 314
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............................................... 329
Front Axle (Differential) ................................................ 353
Fuel................................................................................ 393
Adding ...................................................................... 171Additives .................................................................. 393
Clean Air .................................................................. 393
Ethanol..................................................................... 394Gasoline ................................................................... 393
Light ......................................................................... 111
Materials Added ...................................................... 393
Methanol ................................................................. 394
Octane Rating.................................................393
, 396
Requirements .................................................393, 395
Tank Capacity .......................................................... 395
Fuel Saver Technology ................................................. 141
Fuses ............................................................................. 354
GGarage Door Opener (HomeLink) .................................. 42 Gasoline, Clean Air ....................................................... 393
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................................... 393
Getting Started ............................................................. 238
Glass Cleaning .............................................................. 391
Grocery Bag Retainer ..................................................... 34
Gross Axle Weight Rating ............................................. 173
Gross Combination Weight Rating .............................. 173
Gross Trailer Weight ..................................................... 173
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ....................................... 173
Guide Body Builders ...............................................................9
GVWR ............................................................................ 172
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Navigation .................................................................... 103
New Vehicle Break-In Period ....................................... 122
OOccupant Restraints .................................................... 282
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................................... 393
Off Road Pages ............................................................ 256 Accessory Gauges................................................... 259
Pitch And Roll .......................................................... 260
Status Bar ............................................................... 257Vehicle Dynamics.................................................... 258
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ................................. 190
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ................................. 190
Oil Filter, Change .......................................................... 342
Oil Filter, Selection ....................................................... 342
Oil Life Reset ¹ .............................................................. 101
Oil Pressure Light ......................................................... 109
Oil, Engine............................................................ 341
, 396
Capacity ................................................................... 395
Dipstick.................................................................... 340
Disposal................................................................... 342
Filter......................................................................... 342
Filter Disposal ......................................................... 342 Identification Logo .................................................. 341Materials Added To................................................. 342Pressure Warning Light .......................................... 109Recommendation .......................................... 341
, 395
Synthetic.................................................................. 342
Viscosity................................................................... 395
Onboard Diagnostic System ........................................ 116
Operating Precautions ................................................. 116 Operator Manual
Owner's Manual ....................................................... 401
Outside Rearview Mirrors............................................... 40
Overheating, Engine ..................................................... 327
PPaddle Shifters ............................................................. 129
Paint Care...................................................................... 388
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone

b
...230
Panic Alarm ..................................................................... 17
Parallel Parking ............................................................. 159
Parking Brake ............................................................... 122
Parking Lights ................................................................. 48
ParkSense Front And Rear......................................................... 152
ParkSense Active Park Assist ...................................... 157
ParkSense System, Rear.............................................. 152
Passive Entry................................................................... 25 Pedals, Adjustable .......................................................... 38
Pedestrian Warning System ......................................... 276
Pets ................................................................................ 311
Phone Mode .................................................................. 228
Pickup Box................................................................ 79
, 81
Pinch Protection.............................................................. 73
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ........................ 374
Power Distribution Center (Fuses)........................... 355
, 360
Door Locks ................................................................. 25
Mirrors ........................................................................ 41
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...................... 66
, 67
Seats .......................................................................... 32
Side Steps .................................................................. 25
Sliding Rear Window ................................................. 71
Steering ....................................................................141 Sunroof ...................................................................... 72
Windows .................................................................... 70
Power Seats Down .......................................................................... 32
Forward ...................................................................... 32
Rearward ................................................................... 32
Recline ....................................................................... 32
Tilt .............................................................................. 32
Up ............................................................................... 32
Power Steering ............................................................. 141
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................................ 287
Presets .......................................................................... 224
Pressure Washing ........................................................ 341
Pretensioners Seat Belts ................................................................ 287
Profile Settings ............................................................. 193
RRadial Ply Tires ............................................................. 378
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ................349, 350
Radio Off Road Pages ....................................................... 256Presets ..................................................................... 224Settings.................................................................... 191
Sound Setting .......................................................... 211
Radio Controls .............................................................. 218
Radio Mode .................................................................. 218
Radio Operation ..................................................218
, 252
Radio Remote Controls ................................................ 218
Rain Sensitive Wiper System......................................... 53 RamBox........................................................................... 81
RamBox Safety ............................................................... 83Rear Axle (Differential) ................................................. 353
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails .......................................... 80

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