clutch RAM CHASSIS CAB 2007 Owner's Manual

Recreational Towing Procedure — Manual Shift
Transfer Case — If Equipped
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing:
CAUTION!It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in N (NEUTRAL) before
recreational towing to prevent damage to internal
parts.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shut OFF the engine.
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4. Shift automatic transmission to N (NEUTRAL), or
depress the clutch on manual transmissions. 5. Shift transfer case lever into N (NEUTRAL).
6. Start the engine.
7. Shift automatic transmission into Reverse (R).
8. Release brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that
there is no vehicle movement.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with the transmission in Drive
(D).
10. Shut OFF the engine and place the ignition key to the
unlocked OFF position.
11. Shift automatic transmission into P (PARK).
12. Apply the parking brake.
13. Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar.
14. Release the parking brake. STARTING AND OPERATING 361
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CAUTION!Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if
the transmission is shifted into P (PARK) with the
transfer case in N (NEUTRAL) and the engine RUN-
NING. With the transfer case in N (NEUTRAL)
ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the
transmission into P (PARK)
Returning to Normal Operation — Manual Shift
Transfer Case
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shut OFF the engine.
4. Depress the brake pedal. 5. Shift automatic transmission to N (NEUTRAL), or
depress the clutch on manual transmissions.
6. Shift transfer case lever to desired position.
7. Shift automatic transmission into P (Park).
WARNING!You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N
(NEUTRAL) position without first fully engaging
the parking brake. The transfer case N (NEUTRAL)
position disengages both the front and rear drive-
shafts from the powertrain and will allow the ve-
hicle to move regardless of the transmission posi-
tion. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle.362 STARTING AND OPERATING

CAUTION!• Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar
on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be
damaged.
• Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because
fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage
the internal parts.
Recreational Towing Procedure — Electronic Shift
Transfer Case — If Equipped
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing. CAUTION!It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in Neutral (N) before
recreational towing to prevent damage to internal
parts.
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shut OFF the engine.
3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position, but do not
start the engine.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N) or depress
clutch on manual transmission. STARTING AND OPERATING 363
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NOTE: Flashing neutral (N) position indicator light
indicates that shift requirements have not been met.
CAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-
mission is shifted into Park (P) with the transfer case
in Neutral (N) and the engine RUNNING. With the
transfer case in Neutral (N) ensure that the engine is
OFF prior to shifting the transmission into Park (P).
Returning to Normal Operation — Electronic Shift
Transfer Case
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shut OFF the engine. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position, but do not
start the engine.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N) or depress
clutch on manual transmission.
6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object,
depress the recessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for
1 second.
7. After the Neutral (N) indicator light turns off release
the Neutral (N) button.
8. After the Neutral (N) button has been released the
transfer case will shift to the position identified by the
selector switch.
9. Shift automatic transmission into P (Park).
NOTE: The transfer case can not be shifted into Neutral
(N) from the 4Auto (if equipped) position. STARTING AND OPERATING 365
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▫ Catalytic Converter (Gas Engines) .........413
▫ Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC
Message Process Flow (Catalyst Full Message)
(Diesel Engines Only) ..................415
▫ Emission-Related Components (Gas Engines) . . 418
▫ Maintenance Free Battery (Gas Engines) .....418
▫ Maintenance Free Batteries (Diesel Engines) . . . 419
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............420
▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ............421
▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ..............422
▫ Steering Linkage — Inspection ............422
▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication .............422
▫ Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Pivot
Bearings ............................423 ▫ Body Lubrication .....................423
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................424
▫ Windshield Washers ...................424
▫ Exhaust System ......................425
▫ Cooling System .......................426
▫ Fan ...............................432
▫ Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler (Diesel
Engines) ............................432
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......433
▫ Fuel System Connections ................433
▫ Brake System ........................434
▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ................436
▫ Clutch Linkage .......................436390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
CAUTION!Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Seal damage and loss of brake
performance may result. Clutch Hydraulic System
The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance-free
system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the
system must be replaced.
Clutch Linkage
If the clutch pedal linkage begins to squeak or grunt, the
clutch pedal pivot bushings should be lubricated. Refer
to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct
lubricant type. Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
For Model 9.25 Front Axles and 11.5” Rear Axles refer to
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct
lubricant type. For normal service, periodic fluid level
checks are not required. When the vehicle is serviced for
other reasons, the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly
should be inspected.436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are
the acts listed below.
• AIR CLEANER
Removal of the air cleaner.
Removal of the air cleaner filter element from the air
cleaner housing.
Removal of the air ducting.
• EXHAUST SYSTEM
Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system
components including the muffler or tailpipe.
• ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.
Removal of the fan shroud. Noise Emission Warranty
The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac-
tured by the manufacturer, was designed, built and
equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer’s
control with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise Control Regu-
lations.
This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and
equipped by the manufacturer, and is not limited to any
particular part, component or system of the vehicle
manufactured by the manufacturer. Defects in design,
assembly or in any part, component or system of the
vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer, which, at
the time it left the manufacturer’s control, caused noise
emissions to exceed Federal standards, are covered by
this warranty for the life of the vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447
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Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission (5 Speed
545RFE) Mopar  ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (6 Speed
AS68RC) Mopar  AS68RC™ Automatic Transmission Fluid
Transfer Case Mopar  ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission Fluid G-56 Mopar  ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent. 3500 axles do not require lim-
ited slip additive.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar  DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar  ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471
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Catalyst Full Message ..................... 415
Catalytic Converter ...................... 413
CD (Compact Disc) Player ............ 182,190,204
Cellular Phone .......................... 87
Center Lap Belts ......................... 45
Center Seat Storage Compartment ......... 155,157
Certification Label ....................... 338
Charge Air Cooler ....................... 432
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 306
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 176
Child Restraint ........................ 59,60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............. 64,67
Child Seat ............................ 60,66
Cigar Lighter ........................... 151
Cleaning
Wheels ............................. 454
Climate Control ......................... 230
Clock ..................... 180,185,192,205,219
Clutch Linkage Maintenance ................ 436 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 229
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 318
Compass .............................. 138
Compass Calibration .................. 138,148
Compass Variance .................... 140,148
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 134
Console, Overhead ....................... 141
Contract, Service ........................ 506
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 429
Cooling System ......................... 426
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 429
Coolant Capacity ...................... 468
Coolant Level ................... 426,427,430
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 430
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 427
Inspection ........................... 430
Points to Remember .................... 431
Pressure Cap ......................... 429
Radiator Cap ......................... 429516 INDEX

Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .................... 436
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Infant Restraint ........................ 59,60
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 323
Information Center ...................... 142
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 142
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 83
Instrument Cluster .................... 170,172
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 169
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 456
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 457
Interior Appearance Care .................. 455
Interior Lights .......................... 122
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 128
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ........... 415 Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 371
Jack Operation .......................... 372
Jump Starting .......................... 382
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 125
LapBelts .............................. 45
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 64
LifeofTires ............................ 321
Lights .............................. 77,121
Airbag ............................ 57,173
Anti-Lock Warning .................. 177,304 INDEX 521
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