2007 Ram Truck Diesel Owner's Manual
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...............................79 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................... 191 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................271 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...............................................385 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................405 7 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ..................................................493 8 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ..........................................523 9 10 INDEX ....................................................................533 10 Information Provided by: Provided Information Information Provided by:Provided Information INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Ⅵ Introduction ........................... 4 Ⅵ Van Conversions/Campers ................. 7 Ⅵ A Message From DaimlerChrysler Corporation . 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Identification Number ............... 8 Ⅵ How To Use This Manual .................. 5 Ⅵ Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 8 Ⅵ Warnings And Cautions ................... 7 Information Provided by:Provided Information 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER This manual has been prepared with the assistance of CORPORATION service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Cummins welcome the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is you as a new Dodge Ram Cummins Turbo Diesel- supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and powered truck owner. various customer oriented documents. You are urged to Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in the United read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- States are diesel powered because of the fuel economy, tions and recommendations in this manual will help rugged durability, and high torque which permits pulling assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. heavy loads. Cummins engines power well over half of NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored these trucks. Now this same technology and proven in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with performance is yours in your new Dodge Ram truck the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be equipped with the Cummins, Turbocharged, Charge Air aware of all safety warnings. Cooled, Diesel engine. When it comes to service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni- cians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. Information Provided by: Provided Information INTRODUCTION 5 Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL differently from a gasoline-powered truck. It is important Consult the table of contents to determine which section 1 that you read and understand this manual. You may find contains the information you desire. that some of the starting, operating, and maintenance The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a procedures are different. However, they are simple to complete listing of all subjects. follow and careful adherence to them will ensure that you take full advantage of the features of this engine. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout Thank you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with this owner’s manual: Cummins Turbo Diesel power. Information Provided by: Provided Information 6 INTRODUCTION :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS the Warranty information book, Section 2.1.C. Such This manual contains WARNINGS against operating equipment includes video monitors, VCRs, heaters, 1 procedures which could result in an accident or bodily stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures service on these items, contact the applicable manufac- which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do turer. not read this entire manual you may miss important Operating instructions for the special equipment in- information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions The Manufacturer’s Warranty does not apply to body are missing, please contact your selling dealer for assis- modifications or special equipment installed by van tance in obtaining replacement documents from the conversion/camper manufacturers/ body builders. See applicable manufacturer. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window WARNING! on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Vehicle Identification Number :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS Ⅵ A Word About Your Keys ..................12 ▫ Replacement Keys ......................16 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................12 ▫ Customer Key Programming ..............17 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key ..............14 ▫ General Information ....................18 Ⅵ Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ..........15 Ⅵ Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........18 ▫ If You Wish To Manually Lock The ▫ Rearming Of The System .................18 Steering Wheel ........................15 ▫ ToSetTheAlarm......................18 ▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .........15 ▫ To Disarm The System ...................19 ▫ Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Ⅵ Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped .......19 System ..............................15 Ⅵ Ⅵ Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........20 Sentry Key — If Equipped .................15:yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................20 ▫ Wind Buffeting ........................32 ▫ To Lock The Doors .....................21 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) ................33 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................23 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................34 ▫ General Information ....................23 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....42 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............24 ▫ Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode – Ⅵ Door Locks ............................25 If Equipped ..........................42 ▫ Manual Door Locks — If Equipped .........25 ▫ Center Lap Belts .......................43 ▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........26 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................44 ▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............29 ▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System Ⅵ Windows .............................30 (BeltAlert) ...........................44 ▫ Power Windows – If Equipped .............30 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............45 ▫ Power Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped ....32 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................46 ▫ Sliding Rear Window – If Equipped .........32 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental ▫ Lock Your Vehicle ......................76 Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag ............46 ▫ Exhaust Gas ..........................76 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............58 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside 2 ▫ Child Restraint ........................60 TheVehicle ..........................77 Ⅵ New Engine Break-In .....................74 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside TheVehicle ..........................77 Ⅵ Safety Tips ............................75 ▫ Transporting Passengers .................75 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key Automatic Transmission — If Equipped code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask the LOCK position, and remove the key. your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Switch Positions Ignition Key :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the programmable. For details, refer to “KEY OFF POWER right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a DELAY > OFF” under “Personal Settings (Customer 2 malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the Programmable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle In- ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is formation Center (EVIC)” in Section 3 of this manual. inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! NOTE: For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Never leave children alone in a vehicle.