Instrument Ram 2500 2018 Owners Manual

Once A Month
• Inspect the batteries, and clean andtighten the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reser- voir, brake master cylinder, and automatic
transmission (if equipped), and add as
needed.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air filter.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect front end, and lubricate — If equipped with serviceable fittings.
• Lube the front drive shaft fitting (4X4 mod- els only).
Inspection and service should also be per-
formed anytime a malfunction is observed or
suspected. Retain all receipts.Oil Change Indicator System —
Cummins Diesel
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. This system will
alert you when it is time to change your
engine oil by displaying the words “Oil
Change Due” in your instrument cluster dis-
play. The oil change reminder will remind the
owner to change the engine oil every
15,000 miles or 500 hours, whichever
comes first, except for the Chassis Cab mod-
els and Pickup models configured with op-
tional B20 capability that are using B20 bio-
diesel, which are 12,500 miles or 400 hours,
whichever comes first. Failure to change the
engine oil per the maintenance schedule can
result in internal engine damage. Replace the engine oil and oil filter every
15,000 miles (24,000 km) or six months, or
sooner if prompted by the oil change indicator
system. Under no circumstances should oil
change intervals exceed 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or six months, whichever comes
first.
NOTE:
• Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or six months or 500 Hours,
whichever comes first.
• Replace the engine oil and oil filter every 12,500 miles (20 000 km) when running
B20 fuel (Chassis Cab Only).
If Chassis Cab models and Pickup models
configured with optional B20 capability are
operated with greater than 5% levels of bio-
diesel, the oil change interval must not exceed
12,500 miles (20 000 km) under any circum-
stances. See the Fuel Requirements section
for more information regarding operation of
Chassis Cab models and Pickup models con-
figured for use with biodiesel blend (B6-B20)
fuel meeting ASTM specification D-7467.SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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Perform Service Indicator —
Cummins Diesel
Your vehicle will require emissions mainte-
nance at a set interval. To help remind you
when this maintenance is due, the instru-ment cluster will display “Perform Service”.
When the “Perform Service” message is dis-
played on the instrument cluster it is neces-
sary to have the emissions maintenance per-
formed. Emissions maintenance may include
replacing the Closed Crankcase Ventilation(CCV) filter element. The procedure for clear-
ing and resetting the “Perform Service” indi-
cator message is located in the appropriate
Service Information.
Maintenance Plan — Cummins Diesel Engine
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first):7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Change engine oil every 15,000 miles
(24 000 km) or six months or 500 Hours or
sooner if prompted by the oil change indica-
tor system, whichever comes first. ** XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X XX
Additional Inspections
Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank,
refill if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X XX
Rotate the tires. X X X X X X X XXXXXXXXXX X XX
Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). X X X X X X X XXXXXXXXXX X XX
Inspect front end, and lubricate — If
equipped with serviceable fittings. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X XX
Inspect engine air filter, replace if necessary.
**** XX XX X X XX X X
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DEALER SERVICE — 6.7L DIESEL
ENGINE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified ser-
vice personnel, special tools, and equipment
to perform all service operations in an expert
manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your
vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals be-
fore attempting any procedure yourself.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could
result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Only do service
work for which you have the knowledge
and the proper equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a ser-
vice job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
CAUTION!
All air entering the engine intake must be
filtered. The abrasive particles in unfil-
tered air will cause rapid wear to engine
components.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) provides a measure of protec-
tion. Do not remove the air induction sys-
tem (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such
removal is necessary for repair or mainte-
nance. Make sure that no one is near the
engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to
do so can result in serious personal injury.
The condition of the air cleaner filter is moni-
tored by the Engine Control Module. The
“SERVICE AIR FILTER” message will display
in the instrument cluster when service is required. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Dis-
play” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
The “SERVICE AIR FILTER” message could
be displayed periodically. This is because
engine air flow requirements change based
on driving conditions. As the filter becomes
more restrictive and air flow requirements
increase the “SERVICE AIR FILTER” mes-
sage will be displayed. The message may not
be displayed in subsequent drive cycles if the
same conditions are not met. The air filter
element should be replaced within 250 miles
(402 km) from the first time this message is
displayed to ensure proper engine operation
during all driving conditions.
CAUTION!
Driving with a restricted air filter can
cause engine damage. Driving in dusty
environments for extended periods will
lead to rapid air filter plugging. Action
should be taken as soon as the “SERVICE
AIR FILTER” message is displayed.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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If the vehicle experiences a sudden loss of
engine power while being driven in heavy
snow or rain, or when plowing snow, and/or
the “SERVICE AIR FILTER” message is dis-
played on the instrument cluster along with a
chime that repeats every 60 seconds, visually
inspect the air filter for snow/ice build up or
extreme water saturation. If the air filter is
not damaged, remove all snow/ice and rein-
stall air filter. If the air filter is damaged,
replace filter element.
NOTE:
The air filter housing contains a Mass Air
Flow sensor. This sensor is critical to proper
engine operation and component longevity.
Any damage or modification to this sensor
could result in major engine and/or exhaust
aftertreatment damage. We recommend you
use Mopar brand parts.
Even though your vehicle is equipped with an
Air Filter Monitor, a visual inspection of the
air cleaner filter element is recommended
every 15,000 miles (24,000km) or
12 months – whichever occurs first.Under nocircumstances should the air cleaner filter ele-
ment exceed 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or
24 months, whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Many aftermarket performance air filter
elements do not adequately filter the air
entering the engine. Use of such filters can
severely damage your engine.
Draining Fuel/Water Separator
Filter
There are two fuel filter assemblies. One is
located on the driver's side of the engine. The
best access to this water drain valve is from
under the hood. The second one is on the
under body, located in front of the rear axle
above the drive shaft on pick-up models. The
Chassis Cab models second filter location is
on the frame behind the front axle. The best
access to this water drain valve is from under
the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Do not drain the fuel/water separator
filter when the engine is running.
• Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving
surfaces. Drain the filter into an appro-
priate container.
If water is detected in the water separator
while the engine is running, or while the
ignition switch is in the ON position, the
“Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illumi-
nate and an audible chime will be heard five
times. At this point you should stop the
engine and drain the water from both of the
filters.
CAUTION!
If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” re-
mains on, DO NOT START the engine be-
fore you drain water from the fuel filters to
avoid engine damage.
If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” comes
on and a single chime is heard while you are
driving, or with the ignition switch in the ON
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CYBERSECURITY
Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and
may be equipped with both wired and wire-
less networks. These networks allow your ve-
hicle to send and receive information. This
information allows systems and features in
your vehicle to function properly.
Your vehicle may be equipped with certain
security features to reduce the risk of unau-
thorized and unlawful access to vehicle sys-
tems and wireless communications. Vehicle
software technology continues to evolve over
time and FCA US LLC, working with its sup-
pliers, evaluates and takes appropriate steps
as needed. Similar to a computer or other
devices, your vehicle may require software
updates to improve the usability and perfor-
mance of your systems or to reduce the po-
tential risk of unauthorized and unlawful ac-
cess to your vehicle systems.
The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access
to your vehicle systems may still exist, even if
the most recent version of vehicle software
(such as Uconnect software) is installed.
WARNING!
• It is not possible to know or to predict allof the possible outcomes if your vehi-
cle’s systems are breached. It may be
possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be im-
paired or a loss of vehicle control could
occur that may result in an accident
involving serious injury or death.
• ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card,
or CD) into your vehicle if it came from a
trusted source. Media of unknown origin
could possibly contain malicious soft-
ware, and if installed in your vehicle, it
may increase the possibility for vehicle
systems to be breached.
• As always, if you experience unusual
vehicle behavior, take your vehicle to
your nearest authorized dealer immedi-
ately.
NOTE:
• FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you directly regarding software updates. • To help further improve vehicle security and
minimize the potential risk of a security
breach, vehicle owners should: – Routinely check
www.driveuconnect.com/
software-update to learn about avail-
able Uconnect software updates.
– Only connect and use trusted media devices (e.g. personal mobile phones,
USBs, CDs).
Privacy of any wireless and wired communi-
cations cannot be assured. Third parties may
unlawfully intercept information and private
communications without your consent. For
further information, refer to “Data Collection
& Privacy” in “Uconnect + SiriusXM Guard-
ian” in your Uconnect Owner's Manual
Supplement and “Onboard Diagnostic Sys-
tem (OBD II) Cybersecurity” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” in your Owner’s
Manual.
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WARNING!
• ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay atten-tion to the road. Some features are lim-
ited while the vehicle is in motion. Some
services, including SOS, will NOT work
without a subscription and an operable
network connection.
• Ignoring the rearview mirror light could
mean you may not have SOS Call service
if needed. If the rearview mirror light is
illuminated, have an authorized dealer
service the SOS Call system immedi-
ately.
• The Occupant Restraint Controller
(ORC) turns on the Air Bag Warning
Light on the instrument panel if a mal-
function is detected in any part of the
airbag system. If the Air Bag Warning
Light is illuminated, the air bag system
may not be working properly and the
SOS Call system may not send a signal to
a SOS Call operator if an air bag is
deployed. If the Air Bag Warning Light is
illuminated, have an authorized dealer
service your vehicle immediately.
WARNING!
• If anyone in the vehicle could be indanger (e.g., fire or smoke is visible,
dangerous road conditions or location),
do not wait for voice contact from a SOS
Call operator. All occupants should exit
the vehicle immediately and move to a
safe location.
• The SOS Call system is embedded into
the vehicle’s electrical system. Do not
add aftermarket electrical equipment to
the vehicle’s electrical system. This may
prevent your vehicle from sending a sig-
nal to initiate an emergency call. To
avoid interference that can cause the
SOS Call system to fail, never add after-
market equipment (e.g., two-way mobile
radio, CB radio, data recorder, etc.) to
your vehicle’s electrical system or
modify the antennas on your vehicle.
• IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY
POWER FOR ANY REASON (INCLUD-
ING DURING OR AFTER AN ACCI-
DENT), the Uconnect features, apps,
and SiriusXM Guardian services, among
others, will not operate. NOTE:
Your vehicle may be transmitting data as
authorized by the subscriber.
1.
ASSIST Call (4C NAV) —
The rearview mirror
contains an ASSIST button, allowing you to
speak to a call center agent for support:
• Roadside Assistance Call — If you get a
flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll be con-
nected to someone who can help any-
time. Additional fees may apply. Addi-
tional information in this section.
SOS Call Button And ASSIST
1 — SOS Call Button
2 — ASSIST Button
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FlashersTurn Signal ........32, 33, 83, 136
Flash-To-Pass .................32
Flat Tire Stowage ..............214
Fluid, Brake ..............282, 284
Fluid Capacities ...........278, 279
Fluid Leaks ..................136
Fluids And Lubricants . . . .280, 283, 285
Fog Lights .................32, 82
Folding Rear Seat ...............22
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ..........202
Four Wheel Drive ..............162
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........224
Fuel Adding ...........181, 182, 186
Additives .................182
Diesel ...............283, 285
Filter ................249, 253
Light ....................81
Materials Added ............182
Octane Rating ..............280
Requirements ..............278
Tank Capacity ..........278, 279
Fueling .................182, 186
Fuses .....................203
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ......51Gauges
Voltmeter .............149, 151
Gear Select Lever Override ........221
General Information .............93
Guide, Body Builders .............2
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) ......332
Hazard Warning Flasher ..........202
Headlight ....................32
Headlights Automatic .................33
Delay ....................32
High Beam ................32
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .32
Lights On Reminder ...........32
Passing ..................32
Switch ...................32
Time Delay ................
32
Head Restraints ................27
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....................32
Hoisting ....................257
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ......51
Hood Prop ...................50
Hood Release .................50
Hub Caps ...................217 Idle Up Feature
...............152
Instrument Cluster ..............83
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls .....192
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....35
Intervention Regeneration Strategy . .67, 70
Introduction ...................1
Inverter Outlet (115V) ............56
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio ......332
Jump Starting ................218
Key Fob Panic Alarm ................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........19, 146
Passive Entry ...............19
Passive Entry Programming .......19
Keys .......................13
Lane Change And Turn Signals . . . .32, 33
Lane Change Assist ...........32, 34
Latches ....................136
Hood ....................50
Leaks, Fluid .................136
Life Of Tires .................267
Light Bulbs ..............136, 202
Lights .....................136
359

AirBag ............76, 104, 135
Automatic Headlights..........33
Battery Saver ...............32
Brake Warning ..............76
Bulb Replacement ...........202
Cargo ....................34
Cruise .................83, 84
Daytime Running ............32
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .......32
Engine Temperature Warning .....77
Exterior ..................136
Fog .....................82
Hazard Warning Flasher ........202
Headlights .................32
Headlights On Reminder ........32
Headlight Switch .............32
High Beam ................32
High Beam/Low Beam Select .....32
Instrument Cluster ............32
Lights On Reminder ...........32
Low Fuel ..................81
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .78
Park ....................83
Passing ..................32
Seat Belt Reminder ...........76
Security Alarm ..............77
Service ..................202 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .79, 88
Turn Signal
.......32, 33, 83, 136
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............77, 83
Loading Vehicle Tires ...................261
Low Tire Pressure System ..........88
Lug Nuts ...................276
Maintenance Plan ..........235, 239
Maintenance Schedule .......230, 234, 237, 239
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ...............78
Manual, Service ...............355
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection ..........282
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ......22
Memory Seat ..................22
Memory Seats And Radio ..........22
Mirrors .....................31
Memory ..................22
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .......88
Mopar .....................287
Mopar

Accessories .............287
Multi-Function Control Lever ........32Navigation
...........327, 329, 330
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) . . .179
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . .153, 154
Occupant Restraints .............93
Oil Change Indicator ............238
Oil, Engine ...........280, 283, 285
Capacity ..............278, 279
Filter ............280, 283, 285
Pressure Warning Light .........77
Recommendation ...........278
Viscosity .................278
Oil Pressure Light ...............77
Onboard Diagnostic System .........84
Operating Precautions ............84
Overheating, Engine ............220
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . . .355
Panic Alarm ..................15
ParkSense System, Rear ..........179
Passive Entry .................19
Pedals, Adjustable ..............30
Perform Service Indicator, Reset .....239
Personalized Menu Bar ...........309
Pets ......................133
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect) ......332
Phone (Pairing) ...............334
INDEX
360

Jacking..................211
Life Of Tires ...............267
Load Capacity ..............261
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .88
Pressure Warning Light .........79
Quality Grading .............272
Radial ..................266
Replacement ..............267
Safety ...............257, 264
Sizes ...................258
Snow Tires ................269
Spare Tire .........269, 270, 271
Spinning .................266
Tread Wear Indicators .........267
Wheel Nut Torque ...........276
Tire Safety Information ...........257
To Open Hood .................50
Towing .....................191
Disabled Vehicle ............225
Guide ...................191
Recreational ...............196
Weight ..................191
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . .196
Trailer Towing ................191
Minimum Requirements .......191
Trailer Towing Guide ............191
Trailer Weight ................191 Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted . .162, 164, 166,
168 Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Transmission .................156
Automatic .........156, 158, 160
Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Shifting .................155
Transporting Pets ..............133
Tread Wear Indicators ............267
Turn Signals .............32, 33, 83
Uconnect 3.0 ................295
Uconnect

(Hands-Free Phone)
Making A Phone Call ......332, 338
Receiving A Call ............332
Uconnect Phone ........332, 337, 338
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features . . .19
Passive Entry Programming .......19
Uconnect Voice Command .....337, 340
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ........272
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......98
USB Port ...................325
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ........62Vehicle Loading
...............261
Vehicle Storage ................48
Vehicle User Guide ICON Symbol Glossary ..........11
In Vehicle Help ..............11
IVH .....................11
Navigation .................11
Operating Instructions ..........11
Searching User Guide ..........11
Voice Command ...............337
Voice Recognition System (VR) ..............337, 338, 340
Voltmeter ................149, 151
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) .................79
Washers, Windshield .............35
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel . . . .249, 253
Wheel And Wheel Trim ...........271
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........271
Wheel Cover .................217
Wheel Nut Torque ..............276
Wind Buffeting ................50
Window Fogging ................48
363