tire pressure RAM CHASSIS CAB 2011 Owner's Manual

WARNING! (Continued)2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to
always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue
weight as a percentage of total trailer weight).
Towing Requirements – Tires
• Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
• Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for proper tire inflation procedures.
• Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
sures before trailer usage. • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the
proper inspection procedure.
• When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting and Operating” for proper tire
replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher
load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s
GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes
• Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
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7. Install wheel center cap (if equipped) and remove
wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel
center caps on the spare wheel. This may result in cap
damage.
8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If the jack
will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by hand,
it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to
lower the jack. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and tools as
previously described.
9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible.
NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels, do
not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts.
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped
The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle
off the ground. CAUTION!Use extreme caution when removing the front and
rear center caps. Damage can occur to the center cap
and/or the wheel if screwdriver type tools are used. A
pulling motion, not a pry off motion, is recom-
mended to remove the caps.
For single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the blade on the
end of the lug wrench to pry the hub cap off. Insert the
blade end into the pry off notch and carefully pop off the
hub cap with a back and forth motion.
On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DRW), you must
first remove the hub caps. The jack handle driver has a
hook at one end that will fit in the pry off notch of the
rear hub caps. Position the hook and pull out on the
ratchet firmly. The hub cap should pop off. The wheel
skins can now be removed. For the front hub cap on
models use the blade on the end of the lug wrench to pry
the caps off. The wheel skin can now be removed.362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of
the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves,
etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden
hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System – Drain, Flush and Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for proper maintenance
intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
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Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
• Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
CAUTION!Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 394
Adding Fuel ........................... 322
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 149
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 384
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 387
Air Conditioning ........................ 248
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 248
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 258
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............. 387,388
Air Conditioning System ............. 248,252,387
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 305,313
Airbag ................................ 49
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ..................... 55,59,74,190
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Side ............................ 54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 54
Alarm Light ........................... 182 Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................ 232,241
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 393
Capacities ........................... 422
Disposal ............................ 396
Anti-Lock Warning Light ............... 190,293
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ........................ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 405
Ashtray ............................... 160
Assistance Towing ....................... 102
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 82
Automatic Headlights .................... 141
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 252454 INDEX

Carbon Monoxide Warning ............... 73,321
Cargo Light ............................ 144
Cellular Phone ........................ 88,247
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 419
Center Lap Belts ......................... 46
Center Seat Storage Compartment ............ 166
Certification Label ....................... 324
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 296
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............. 189,379
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 72
Checks, Safety ........................... 72
Child Restraint ........................ 60,61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............. 64,67
Child Seat ............................ 61,65
Cigar Lighter ........................... 160
Cleaning
Wheels ............................. 407
Climate Control ......................... 247 Clock ............................. 212,221
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 246
Compass .............................. 203
Compass Calibration ..................... 204
Compass Variance ....................... 204
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 201
Connector
UCI ................................ 235
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 235
Console, Overhead ....................... 155
Contract, Service ........................ 447
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 395
Cooling System ......................... 392
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 394
Coolant Capacity ...................... 422
Coolant Level ...................... 393,396
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 396
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 393
Inspection ........................... 396456 INDEX

Guide, Body Builders ...................... 6
GVWR ............................... 324
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 88
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water ............... 285
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 356
Head Restraints ......................... 126
Headlights ............................ 416
Automatic ........................... 141
Cleaning ............................ 408
High Beam .......................... 146
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 146
Lights On Reminder .................... 144
Passing ............................. 146
Switch .............................. 141
Heated Mirrors ....................... 85,171
Heated Seats ........................... 130 Heater ............................... 248
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 265
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 146
Hitches
Trailer Towing ........................ 329
Hoisting .............................. 366
Hood Release .......................... 138
Hub Caps ............................. 362
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint ........................ 60,61
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 313
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 192
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 81
Instrument Cluster .................... 177,179460 INDEX

Cargo .............................. 144
Center Mounted Stop ................... 419
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ........ 189
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 155
Daytime Running ...................... 145
Exterior .............................. 76
Fog .......................... 142,190,418
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............... 278
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 356
Headlights ........................... 141
High Beam ........................ 146,186
High Beam Indicator .................... 186
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 146
Illuminated Entry ....................... 19
Instrument Cluster ..................... 179
Interior .......................... 143,155
Lights On Reminder .................... 144
Low Fuel ............................ 186
Oil Pressure .......................... 188 Passing ............................. 146
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 191
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 182
Service ........................... 415,416
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 182
Transfer Case ......................... 278
Turn Signal ...................... 76,145,416
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 179
Limited-Slip Differential ................ 284,401
Loading Vehicle ......................... 324
Tires ............................... 300
Locks ................................. 29
Child Protection ........................ 32
Door ................................ 29
Power Door ........................... 30
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) .............................. 64
Lubrication, Body ....................... 388
Lug Nuts ........................... 361,363462 INDEX

Identification Logo ..................... 383
Materials Added to ..................... 384
Pressure Gauge ....................... 182
Recommendation ...................... 383
Synthetic ............................ 384
Viscosity ............................ 383
Onboard Diagnostic System .............. 378,379
Operating Precautions .................... 378
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 82
Overdrive ............................. 272
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 272
Overhead Console ....................... 155
Overheating, Engine ...................... 180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ......... 4,449
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 289
Passing Light ........................... 146 Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 149
Personal Settings ........................ 205
Pets .................................. 71
Pets, Transporting ........................ 71
Phone, Cellular .......................... 88
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 88
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 300
Power
Door Locks ........................... 30
Mirrors .............................. 84
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ....... 157,160
Seats ............................... 127
Sliding Rear Window ................... 172
Steering .......................... 288,289
Windows ............................. 34
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 424
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 49
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 205464 INDEX

Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 309
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ....... 393,395
Radio Operation ........................ 247
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect™ studios) .......... 240
Rear Axle (Differential) ................. 400,401
Rear Window Features .................... 171
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... 172
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 124
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 59
Recreational Towing ...................... 344
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 346,349
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . 348,352
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 318
Refrigerant ............................ 388
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 48 Remote Control
Starting System ........................ 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 245
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 380
Replacement Tires ....................... 311
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 448
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ........... 184,199
Restraint, Head ......................... 126
Restraints, Child ....................... 60,65
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 37
Rotation, Tires .......................... 315
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 73
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 76
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 448
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 73
10 INDEX 465