Ram 1500/2500/3500: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
1500 Models
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp assembly. It is located between the front grill and the radiator, but underneath the black upper seal.
2500/3500 Models
The engine block heater cord is routed through the grille by the right front tow hook.
It includes a removable cap that is secured by a tethered strap. It also has a c-clip that is used for storage when not in use for the winter months. During winter months, remove the heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the c-clip.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
WARNING! Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.
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Automatic Transmission
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
Shift into or out of REVERSE only a
Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock
which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition switch can be
turned to the full OFF
(key removal) position. The Key Fob
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - If
Equipped
The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic
gear selector located on the instrument panel. The transmission
gear range (PRND) is displayed both above the
gear selector and in the Electron
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Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended
cold placard pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1
psi (7 kPa) for every 12ºF (6.5ºC). This means that when
the outside temperature decreases, the tire
Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
Odometer
000
000.0
Upper Left
None
Compass
Outside Temp (default setting)
Trans Temp
Oil Temp
Time
Range To Empty (RTE)
Average MPG
Current MPG
Trip A
Trip B
Trailer Trip (distance only)
Trailer Brake Gain
Upper Right
None
Compass (default setting)
Outside Temp
Trans Temp
Oi
