ignition RAM CHASSIS CAB 2012 Owners Manual

3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion. CAUTION!Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the
positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper
cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper
cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the
discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Firmly set the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
without starting the engine.
3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the
override tab through the access port (ringed circle) on the
bottom of the steering column. 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. Shift Lever Override Access Port394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for the purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever
Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc-
tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the
PARK position for towing. CAUTION!Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck,
do not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403

4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine MOPAR  parts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-MOPAR  parts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
J07 30 Amp
Pink Antilock Brakes
Valve/Stability Con-
trol System
J08 40 Amp
Green Power Seat
J10 30 Amp
Pink Sway Bar Module – If
Equipped
J11 30 Amp
Pink Transfer Case Module
J12 30 Amp
Pink Rear Defroster
J13 60 Amp
Yellow Main Ignition Off
Draw (IOD) Fuse
J14 20 Amp
Blue Trailer Tow Lamps/
Park Lamps
J15 40 Amp
Green Front Blower Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
J17 40 Amp
Green Starter Motor Sole-
noid
J18 20 Amp
Blue Powertrain Control
Module Transmission
Range
J19 60 Amp
Yellow Rad Fan Motor HI/
Rad Fan Motor Low
J20 30 Amp
Pink Front Wiper Ground/
Low/High
J21 20 Amp
Blue Washer Control
J22 25 Amp
Natural Sunroof Module
M1 15 Amp
Blue Stop Switch Lamp
M5 25 Amp
Natural 115V AC Inverter
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Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
M16 10 Amp
Red Airbag Module
M18 15 Amp
Blue Center Stop Lamp
M19 25 Amp
Natural Automatic Shutdown
1 and 2
M20 15 Amp
Blue Instrument Cluster
Interior Lighting /Sw
Steering Wheel/Sw
Bank
M21 20 Amp
Yellow Automatic Shutdown
3
M22 10 Amp
Red Horns (Low/High) –
Right
M23 10 Amp
Red Horns (Low/High) –
Left Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
M25 20 Amp
Yellow Fuel Pump Motor/
Diesel Lift Pump – If
Equipped
M26 10 Amp
Red Driver’s Door Switch
M27 10 Amp
Red Ignition Switch
M28 15 Amp
Blue Powertrain Control
Module
M29 10 Amp
Red Tire Pressure Monitor
M30 15 Amp
Blue J1962 Diag Connector
M31 20 Amp
Yellow Back-Up Lamps
M32 10 Amp
Red Airbag Module
7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439

CAUTION! (Continued)• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
• Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse located in
the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine
compartment. The IOD cavity includes a snap-in re-
tainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected without
removing it from the fuse block. • As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cables from both batteries.
• Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
NOTE:
• When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until fully
seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do a
full sweep when the ignition switch is turned to the
RUN position. This is a normal condition.
• When the vehicle is shipped from the factory, the IOD
fuse is in the up or extracted position. If the radio,
interior lamps, keyless entry or other features do not
work with the key OFF, check the position of the fuse
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Grocery Bag Retainer ..................... 180
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 345
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 344
Guide, Body Builders ...................... 6
GVWR ............................... 342
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 93
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 300
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 376
Head Restraints ......................... 138
Headlights ............................ 443
Automatic ......................... 148
Cleaning ........................... 434
High Beam ......................... 154
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 154
Lights On Reminder .................. 152
Passing ............................ 154 Switch ............................ 148
Heated Mirrors ....................... 91,180
Heated Seats ........................... 132
Heater ............................... 256
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 275
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 154
Hitches
Trailer Towing ....................... 347
Hoisting .............................. 388
Hood Release .......................... 145
Hub Caps ............................. 383
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................. 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint .......................... 64
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 330488 INDEX