seats Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012 Owner's Guide

Storage and Seats (Crew Cab)
The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under
the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com-
partment.
To open the storage compartments, lift upward on the
handle of the latch and open the lid.CAUTION!
Always lift the storage compartment lids by using
the handle. Failure to lift the lids by using the handle
can result in damage to the lids.
Storage BinCrew Cab Storage
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179

Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers
(Regular Cab Models)
Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag
handles are built into the back panel of the cab, behind
the seats.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control panel. Press this button to turn on
the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
press the button a second time.
NOTE:To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
Grocery Bag Hooks
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPARTouch Up Paint or equivalent on
scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer
has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
•To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPARWheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a
non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPARWheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
J20 30 Amp
PinkFront Wiper Ground/
Low/High
J21 20 Amp
BlueWasher Control
J22 25 Amp
NaturalSunroof Module
M1 15 Amp
BlueStop Switch Lamp
M5 25 Amp
Natural115V AC Inverter
M6 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet (Instru-
ment Panel or Front
Console)/Rain Snsr
M7 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet (Rear
Console or Center
Seat)Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M8 20 Amp
YellowFront Heated Seat &
Steering Wheel
M9 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated Seats
M10 15 Amp
BlueHands Free Module/
Vanity Lamp/
Universal Garage
Door Opener Module
M11 10 Amp
RedClimate Control Sys-
tem
M12 30 Amp
GreenRadio/Amplifier
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 180
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 351
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 350
Guide, Body Builders...................... 6
GVWR ............................... 348
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™).............. 93
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 306
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 380
Head Restraints......................... 139
Headlights............................ 447
Automatic......................... 148
Cleaning........................... 439
High Beam......................... 154
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch...... 154
Lights On Reminder.................. 152
Passing............................ 154Switch ............................ 148
Heated Mirrors....................... 91,180
Heated Seats........................... 133
Heater............................... 263
Heater, Engine Block..................... 281
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 154
Hitches
TrailerTowing ....................... 353
Hoisting .............................. 392
Hood Release.......................... 145
Hub Caps............................. 387
Ignition............................... 14
Key ............................. 12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 16
Infant Restraint.......................... 65
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 336
492 INDEX

Oil, Engine.........................410,454
Capacity........................... 453
Change Interval...................... 411
Dipstick........................... 410
Disposal........................... 412
Filter ..........................412,454
Filter Disposal....................... 412
Identification Logo................... 411
Materials Added to................... 412
Pressure Gauge...................... 193
Recommendation..................... 411
Synthetic.......................... 412
Viscosity........................... 412
Onboard Diagnostic System..............406,407
Operating Precautions.................... 406
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 88
Overdrive............................. 292
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 292Overhead Console....................... 163
Overheating, Engine...................... 191
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 4,481
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 310
Passing Light........................... 154
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 158
Personal Settings........................ 218
Pets.................................. 78
Pets, Transporting........................ 78
Phone, Cellular.......................... 93
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™).............. 93
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 320
Power
Door Locks......................... 30
Mirrors ............................ 90
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).....165,170
Seats............................. 129
496 INDEX

Sliding Rear Window.................. 181
Steering........................308,309
Windows........................... 35
Power Steering Fluid..................... 455
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Programmable Electronic Features............ 218
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 330
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......422,424
Radio Operation........................ 262
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect™ studios).......... 256
Rear Axle (Differential).................430,431
Rear Window Features.................... 180
Rear Window, Sliding..................... 181
Reclining Front Seats..................... 138
Recorder, Event Data...................... 64Recreational Towing...................... 368
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . 371,373
Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................372,376
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 342
Refrigerant............................ 416
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 52
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 260
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 408
Replacement Tires....................... 334
Reporting Safety Defects................... 480
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........196,212
Restraint, Head......................... 139
Restraints, Child....................... 65,71
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INDEX 497

Restraints, Occupant...................... 39
Rotation, Tires.......................... 339
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 80
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 82
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 480
Safety Information, Tire................... 315
Safety Tips............................. 78
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 79
Satellite Radio (Uconnect™ studios)........... 256
Satellite Radio Antenna.................245,257
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 458
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 440
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 52
Seat Belts.......................... 39,40,80
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 49
And Pregnant Women.................. 53
Child Restraint..................... 65,68
Extender........................... 53Front Seat.......................... 40
Inspection.......................... 80
Reminder.......................... 203
Seats..............................129,141
Adjustment......................... 129
Child .............................. 68
Heated............................ 133
Memory........................... 141
Power............................ 129
Reclining .......................... 138
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........422,454
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 16
Sentry Key Programming................... 18
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 477
Service Contract......................... 479
Service Manuals........................ 481
SettingtheClock .....................225,234
498 INDEX