air condition Ram 2500 2013 Service Manual

CAUTION!
•When installing the power distribution center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly
positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may
allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
• Disconnect the negative cable from battery.
• Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 685

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering (2500/3500 Models
Only) and automatic transmission (six-speed only) as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
• Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4)
models only). 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 705

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............656
Adding Fuel ............................ .534
Additives, Fuel .......................... .529
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .175
Airbag ..................................64
Airbag Deployment ........................78
Airbag Light .............................72
Airbag Maintenance ........................80
Airbag, Side ..............................67
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................68
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .646
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................648
Air Conditioning ......................... .314
Air Conditioning Controls ...................314
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................648
Air Conditioning System ....................314
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .499
Air Suspension .......................... .410
Alarm Light ............................ .260Alarm, Panic
.............................27
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................655
Disposal ............................. .658
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................473
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................255
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........21
Anti-Theft System ..........................21
Appearance Care ........................ .668
Ashtray ............................... .209
Auto Down Power Windows ..................44
Automatic Door Locks ......................36
Automatic Headlights ..................... .158
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........324
Automatic Transmission ....................355
Adding Fluid ......................... .667
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................668
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