Document Outline

• INTRODUCTION
  • A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
• THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
  • REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
    • How To Use Remote Start
      • Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped
      • To Enter Remote Start Mode
      • To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
      • To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
      • Remote Start Comfort Systems – If Equipped
  • ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
  • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
  • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
  • ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)
    • Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
      • EVIC Warning Lights
      • Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages
      • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages
      • RAM Active Air System
    • Vehicle Information (Customer Information Features)
• STARTING AND OPERATING
  • STARTING PROCEDURES
    • Manual Transmission – If Equipped
    • Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
      • Tip Start Feature
    • Keyless Enter-N-Go™
      • Normal Starting
      • Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0° F To 66° F (–18° C to 19° C)
    • Extreme Cold Weather
    • Normal Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)
    • Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C)
    • Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)
    • Starting Fluids
  • NORMAL OPERATION – DIESEL ENGINE
    • Cold Weather Precautions
      • Fuel Operating Range
      • Engine Oil Usage
      • Winter Front Usage
      • Battery Blanket Usage
      • Engine Warm-Up
    • Engine Idling
      • Idle-Up Feature – Automatic Transmission Only
    • Stopping The Engine
    • Idle Shutdown
    • Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed (Chassis Cab Only)
    • Operating Precautions
      • Avoid Overheating The Engine
      • Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation
    • Cooling System Tips – Automatic Transmission
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure
      • Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts
  • ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
    • Block Heater Usage
  • DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING)
  • AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
    • Key Ignition Park Interlock
    • Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
    • Six-Speed Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
      • Gear Ranges
      • Transmission Limp Home Mode
      • Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
      • Overdrive Operation
      • When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode
      • Torque Converter Clutch
  • MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
    • Shifting
      • Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
    • Downshifting
      • Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds
    • Reverse Shifting
  • POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED (CHASSIS CAB ONLY)
    • Stationary Mode
    • Mobile Mode
    • Power Take Off – Aftermarket Installation
  • ENGINE RUNAWAY
  • FUEL REQUIREMENTS
    • Fuel Specifications
    • Bio-Diesel Fuel Requirements
      • Chassis Cab Models
      • Pickup Models And Chassis Cab Models Ordered With B20 Option
      • Fuel Quality - Must Comply With ASTM Standards
      • Fuel Oxidation Stability - Must Use Fuel Within Six Months Of Manufacture
      • Fuel Water Separation - Must Use Mopar/Cummins Approved Fuel Filter Elements
      • Bio-Diesel Fuel Properties – Low Ambient Temperatures
      • Fuel In Oil Dilution - Must Adhere To Required Oil Change Interval
  • ADDING FUEL – 2500/3500 DIESEL MODELS
  • ADDING FUEL – CHASSIS CAB MODELS
    • Fuel Filler Cap
    • Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel
    • Bulk Fuel Storage – Diesel Fuel
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage
    • Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid
      • DEF Fill Procedure
  • DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID
    • System Overview
• WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
  • JUMP STARTING
    • With Portable Starting Unit
• MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED 68RFE (2500/3500 Models Only)
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL — SIX-SPEED AS69RC (3500 Models Only)
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL (CHASSIS CAB MODELS ONLY)
  • MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
    • Engine Oil
      • Checking Oil Level
      • Change Engine Oil
      • Engine Oil Selection
      • American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
      • Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
      • Synthetic Engine Oils
      • Materials Added To Engine Oil
      • Engine Oil Filter
      • Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter
    • Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
    • Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
    • Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement
    • Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel
    • Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC Message Process Flow
      • Perform Service
      • Exhaust System – Regeneration Required Now
      • Exhaust System – Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX% Full
      • Exhaust System – Regeneration Completed
      • Exhaust Service Required – See Dealer Now
      • Exhaust Filter Full – Power Reduced See Dealer
    • Diesel Exhaust Fluid
    • Maintenance-Free Batteries
      • Battery Blanket Usage
    • Cooling System
      • Engine Coolant Checks
      • Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill
      • Selection Of Coolant
      • Adding Coolant
      • Cooling System Pressure Cap
      • Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
      • Points To Remember
    • Charge Air Cooler – Inter-Cooler
    • Brake System
      • Brake Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
    • Clutch Hydraulic System
    • Transfer Case – If Equipped
      • Drain And Refill
      • Selection of Lubricant
      • Fluid Level Check
    • Manual Transmission – If Equipped
      • Selection of Lubricant
      • Fluid Level Check
    • Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
      • Selection of Lubricant
      • Special Additives
      • Fluid Level Check
      • Fluid And Filter Change
    • Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
      • Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems
      • Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited
      • Noise Emission Warranty
  • FLUID CAPACITIES
  • FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
    • Engine
    • Chassis
• MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
  • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – DIESEL ENGINE
    • Oil Change Indicator System – Cummins® Diesel
    • Perform Service Indicator – Cummins® Diesel
    • Required Maintenance Intervals
• INDEX