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2011 RAM TRUCK
RAM TRUCK
2 0 1 1
1 5 0 0 / 2 5 0 0 / 3 5 0 0
O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
Chrysler Group LLC
11D241-126-AB Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE............................. 87 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................197 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................299 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 48
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Van Conversions/Campers ................. 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction. essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should erating procedures that could result in a collision or also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions bodily injury. It also containsCAUTIONS against proce- are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you assistance in obtaining re
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the 1 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- WARNING! mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. Anymodificationsoralterationstothisvehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 ▫ General Information ................... 18 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 18 If Equipped ......................... 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 18 ▫Key FOB ........................... 13 ▫ To Arm The System ................... 18 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 14 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19 ▫ Key-In-Ig
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — If Windows ............................ 34 Equipped ........................... 23 ▫ Power Windows – If Equipped ............ 34 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 24 ▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 38 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 24 Occupant Restraints ..................... 38 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 24 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 40 ▫ General Info
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 51 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 67 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 68 (BeltAlert) ......................... 51 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 81 2 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 53 Safety Tips ........................... 82 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 53 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with Equipped detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi- Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. 2 The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 1 — OFF 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 3 — ON/RUN 4 — START
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an then pull the key out with your other hand. automatic transmission). Turn the Key Fob to the OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, po
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable CAUTION! Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors 2 WARNING! when leaving the vehicle unattended. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving Key-In-Ignition Reminder unattendedchildreninavehicleisdangerousfora Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is i
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation Key Fob to try to start the engine. Either of these is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle i
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- been programmed to the vehicle electronics. rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob Replacement Keys is one that has never been programmed. 2 NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the NOTE: vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the • When having the
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Security Light will flash. The engine will run only if a valid Sentry Key is used to start the vehicle. Use of the The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 Sentry Key will disable the alarm. and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: Rearming of the System The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 • This device may not cause harmful interference. addition
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continu- The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your ously during vehicle operation, have the system checked vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the by an authorized dealer. system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ously described arming sequences has occurred, the 2 To Disarm the System Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether Use the RKE transmitter
