def Ram 2500 2017 Workshop Manual

WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids con-
tained in vehicles and certain products of component
wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, for the terms and
provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this
vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are avail-
able from an authorized dealer. They are recommended for
your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at
its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should imme-
diately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-
istration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying FCA US LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized dealer
or FCA US LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington,
D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department immedi-
ately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect
to the Canadian government should contact Transport
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Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at
1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/
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diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain-
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complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
and/or components is written in straightforward language
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make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix
problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and fea-
tures. They show exactly how to find and correct problems
the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driv-
ability procedures, proven diagnostic tests, and a complete
list of all tools and equipment.
Owner’s Manuals
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you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included are
starting, operating, emergency and maintenance proce-
dures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
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How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt.........81
Infants And Child Restraints .................70
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ..............78
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........75
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........72
Seating Positions ..........................74
Cigar Lighter ............................ .189
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .542
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .674
Climate Control ........................... .330
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .384
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................328
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .523
Console, Overhead ........................ .173
Contract, Service .......................... .712
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............664
Cooling System ........................... .662
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................663
Coolant Capacity ........................ .697
Coolant Level ....................662, 665, 666
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................664
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................662
Inspection ......................... .665, 666
Points To Remember ..................... .666Pressure Cap
........................... .664
Radiator Cap .......................... .664
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......662, 697, 698
Corrosion Protection ....................... .672
Cruise Light ....................... .263, 264, 265
Cupholders .............................. .191
Customer Assistance ....................... .710
Customer Programmable Features ...............307
Daytime Running Lights .....................140
Dealer Service ............................ .639
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .200
Defroster, Windshield ........................96
Delay

(Intermittent) Wipers ...................148
Differential, Limited-Slip .....................470
Dipsticks Power Steering ......................... .492
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................626
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................664
Do Not Disturb ........................... .372
Door Ajar ............................... .248
Door Ajar Light ........................... .248
Door Locks Door Locks ..............................32
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KeyFob................................32
Remote................................32
Remote Keyless Entry ......................32
Door Locks, Automatic .......................34
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .175
Driving Off-Pavement .......................... .457
Off-Road ............................. .457
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .472
Dual Rear Wheels ...................... .532, 581
E-85 Fuel ............................... .545
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .184
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................200
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case . . . .417, 422, 427, 432
Electronic Brake Control System ................495
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................495
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................504
Traction Control System ....................500
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ............393, 401, 410
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........154
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............500
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........246
Emergency Brake .......................... .492Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................621
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................580
Jump Starting .......................... .618
Tow Hooks ............................ .623
Emission Control System Maintenance ............637
Engine .............................. .634, 635
Air Cleaner ............................ .643
Block Heater ........................... .385
Break-In Recommendations ..................94
Compartment .......................... .633
Compartment Identification ...........633, 634, 635
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .698
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................95, 545
Flooded, Starting ........................ .384
Fuel

Requirements ....................541, 697
Jump Starting .......................... .618
Oil ........................... .640, 697, 698
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .642
Oil Filter .............................. .642
Oil Selection ........................ .641, 697
Oil Synthetic ........................... .642
Overheating ........................... .580
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................641, 642
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................641
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Reformulated Gasoline...................... .542
Refrigerant ........................... .649, 650
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................43
Remote Control Starting System ...........................29
Remote Keyless Entry ..................... .21, 22
Programming Additional Key Fobs .............18
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........327
Remote Starting Uconnect Customer Programmable
Features ........................... .297, 317
Uconnect Settings .....................297, 317
Remote Starting System .......................29
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .688
Replacement Keys ...........................18
Replacement Parts ......................... .639
Replacement Tires ......................... .527
Reporting Safety Defects .....................713
Restraint, Head ........................... .129
Restraints, Child ............................69
Rotation, Tires ............................ .530
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................95
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................98
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................713 Safety, Exhaust Gas
..........................95
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .508
Safety Tips ................................94
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .704
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .......48
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............54
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .................47
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................48
Pregnant Women .........................53
Seat Belt Extender .........................52
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................53
Seat Belt Reminder ........................43
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .677
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................43
Seat Belts ............................. .43, 95
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ....................48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ..........48
Child Restraint ...........................69
Extender ...............................52
Front Seat ........................... .43,
47
Inspection ..............................95
Operating Instructions ......................47
Pregnant Women .........................53
Pretensioners ............................53
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Unleaded Gasoline........................ .541
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .................48
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ..................219
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............7
Vehicle Loading ....................... .515, 549
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Storage ........................ .346, 688
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................641, 642
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................350
Warnings And Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ...................... .713
Washers, Windshield .....................148, 659
Washing Vehicle .......................... .673
Water Driving Through ........................ .472
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .674
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................674
Wheel Cover ............................. .617
Winch ................................. .474
Accessories ............................ .478
Operation ............................. .479
Rigging Techniques ...................... .489
Usage ................................ .474Wind Buffeting
......................... .41, 184
Window Fogging .......................... .346
Windows .................................39
Power .................................39
Rear Sliding ........................... .202
Reset Auto-Up ...........................40
Wind Buffeting ...........................41
Windshield Defroster .........................96
Windshield Washers .....................148, 659
Fluid ............................. .148, 659
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................656
Windshield Wipers ........................ .148
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................656
Wipers, Intermittent ........................ .148
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ...................... .149
730 INDEX