2008 DODGE RAM 2500 POWER WAGON Owners Manual

Radial Ply Tires......................... 338
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......427,429
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 191
Radio, Navigation....................... 227
Radio Operation...................192,200,213
Radio Remote Controls.................... 235
Radio, Satellite.......................228,231
Radio (Sound Systems)..............192,200,213
Ramp Travel Index....................... 282
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 434
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 439
Rear Window Features.................... 165
Rear Window, Sliding..................... 166
Reclining Front Seats..................... 122
Recorder, Event Data...................... 59
Recreational Towing...................... 384
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 384
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 386Reformulated Gasoline.................... 358
Refrigerant............................ 421
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 45
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 235
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Tires....................... 342
Reporting Safety Defects................... 479
Resetting Oil Change Indicator.............. 183
Restraint, Head......................... 122
Restraints, Child.......................61,68
Restraints, Occupant...................... 34
Ride Height............................ 85
Rotation, Tires.......................... 346
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 77
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 78
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Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 479
Safety Information, Tire................... 326
Safety Tips............................. 75
Satellite Radio.......................228,231
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 234
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 468
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 447
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 45
Seat Belts..........................34,35,77
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 43
And Pregnant Women................... 46
Child Restraint.......................61,73
Extender............................. 47
Front Seat............................ 35
Pretensioners.......................... 45
Reminder............................ 180
Seats..............................120,121
Adjustment.......................... 120
Child............................... 73Cleaning............................ 445
Folding Floor......................... 166
Heated............................. 125
Lumbar Support....................... 123
Power.............................. 124
Reclining............................ 122
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............19,182
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........427,465
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 476
Service Contract......................... 478
Service Manuals........................ 480
Setting the Clock.............190,194,202,215,228
Shifting............................... 262
Automatic Transmission................. 262
Manual Transmission................... 268
Transfer Case......................... 273
498 INDEX

Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N).......................... 384
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N).......................... 386
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 43
Shoulder Belts........................... 35
Signals, Turn........................... 133
Skid Plates............................. 86
Sliding Rear Window
Power.............................. 165
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 276
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 344
Snow Plow............................ 383
Snow Tires............................ 345
Spare Tire............................. 339
Spark Plugs............................ 416
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 138
Speedometer........................... 180
Springs................................ 86Stabilizer Bars, Electronic Disconnecting........ 85
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System................ 279
Starting............................... 258
Automatic Transmission................. 258
Engine Fails to Start.................... 259
Manual Transmission................... 258
Remote.............................. 25
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines)............ 258
Steering
Linkage............................. 423
Power...........................325,421
Wheel Lock........................... 19
Wheel, Tilt........................... 137
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 235
Storage, Behind the Seat................... 163
Storage Compartment, Center Seat........... 163
Storage, Vehicle......................... 452
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 452
Sun Roof.............................. 156
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Supplemental Tire Pressure Information........ 344
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 415
System, Navigation...................... 227
System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer............................ 179
Tailgate............................... 171
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............65,69
Tilt Steering Column..................... 137
Tip Start.............................. 259
Tire and Loading Information Placard......331,344
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 330
Tire Markings.......................... 326
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Placard
ªHIº (MAX) Load Switch.................. 177
Tire Safety Information.................... 326
Tires ..........................78,86,335,482
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 341
Air Pressure.......................... 335Alignment........................... 343
Chains.............................. 344
Changing............................ 392
Compact Spare........................ 339
General Information.................... 335
High Speed.......................... 338
Inflation Pressures..................... 336
Jacking............................. 393
Life of Tires.......................... 341
Load Capacity.....................331,332
Off-Road............................. 86
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 347
Pressure Warning Light.................. 187
Quality Grading....................... 482
Radial.............................. 338
Replacement......................... 342
Rotation............................. 346
Safety...........................326,335
Sizes............................... 328
500 INDEX

Snow Tires........................... 345
Spare Tire........................... 392
Spinning............................ 340
Tread Wear Indicators................... 341
Wheel Mounting....................... 393
Wheel Nut Torque..................... 396
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 372
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 267
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 402
Towing............................... 367
Disabled Vehicle....................... 403
Guide.............................. 372
Recreational.......................... 384
Weight.............................. 372
Traction.............................. 276
Trailer Towing.......................... 367
Cooling System Tips.................... 381
Hitches............................. 371
Minimum Requirements................. 373Mirrors...........................92,381
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 372
Wiring.............................. 377
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 372
Trailer Weight.......................... 372
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 13
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case........................... 435
Fluid............................... 466
Transmission
Automatic........................262,436
Fluid............................... 466
Maintenance.......................435,436
Manual........................258,268,435
Shifting............................. 262
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 150
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 341
Trip Computer.......................... 143
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Trip Odometer.......................182,189
Turn Signals...................133,179,453,457
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 93
Underhood Fuses........................ 447
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 482
Universal Transmitter..................... 150
Variance, Compass....................... 148
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................332,364
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 452
Voltmeter............................. 179
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 179
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 479Washers, Windshield..................136,424
Washing Vehicle......................... 443
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 343
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 445
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 445
Wheel Changing........................ 392
Wheel Flares............................ 86
Wheel Mounting........................ 393
Wheel Nut Torque....................396,398
Wheels................................ 87
Winch..............................85,302
Accessories.......................... 306
Operation........................... 307
Rigging Techniques..................... 318
Usage.............................. 302
Wind Buffeting.......................34,159
Window Fogging........................ 249
Windows.............................. 32
Power............................... 32
502 INDEX

Rear Sliding.......................... 166
Windshield Defroster..................240,243
Windshield Washers................135,136,424
Fluid............................135,424
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 424Windshield Wipers....................... 135
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 424
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 135
YES EssentialstFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 445
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
POWER WAGON: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE FeaturesInstrument Panel and ControlsOperationEmergenciesA WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalLocking Doors With The KeySENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key
ProgrammingGeneral InformationSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming
of the SystemTo Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsUsing the Panic AlarmGeneral InformationTransmitter Battery Service REMOTE
STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED DOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door Locks - If EquippedChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power Windows-If EquippedWind BuffetingOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt
AnchorageAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If EquippedCenter Lap BeltsSeat Belt Pretensioners - If EquippedEnhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert) Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags Event Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your VehicleExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehicleSafety Checks You Should
Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER WAGON FEATURES Locking Front and Rear Differentials4.56:1 GearsElectronically Disconnecting Stabilizer/Sway BarIncreased Ride Height12,000 lb. WinchHigh-Pressure
Monotube Shocks/New Front and Rear SpringsOff-Road TiresSkid Plates And Underbody ProtectionWheel FlaresWheelsStandard package featuresMoparOptionsMIRRORS Inside MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature
Electronic Power Mirrors - If Equipped Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors - If EquippedTrailer Towing Mirrors - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System Features
Advanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS 40-20-40 Front Seat Reclining SeatsAdjustable Head RestraintsManual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment - If EquippedPower Seats - If EquippedHeated Seats
- If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Interior Lights Battery SaverHeadlamp DelayHeadlights, Parking Lights, Panel LightsDaytime RunningLights (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)Lights-on ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedCargo Light - If Equipped
Multifunction Control LeverWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers Windshield WashersTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IFEQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The
Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE - IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading LightsOVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER - IF EQUIPPED US/M Button RESET Button Global ResetStep Button Average
Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Distance To Empty (DTE)Trip Odometer (ODO)Elapsed Time (ET)C/T Button Automatic Compass CalibrationManual Compass CalibrationRecalibrating The CompassOutside TemperatureGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming
HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Open Sunroof - Express ModeComfort StopClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch
Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - If EquippedSTORAGE Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped Storage and Seats - If EquippedREAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side view Mirrors - If EquippedPower Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped
Sliding Rear Window - If EquippedFOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR - IF EQUIPPED PICKUP BOX SLIDE-IN CAMPERS EASY-OFF TAILGATE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting ProcedureRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REF - AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO
WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD ModeOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - If EquippedOperating Instructions
- Satellite Radio - If EquippedSALES CODE RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions
- (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SALES CODE RAK - AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD (6-DISC)
RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and WMA CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperating Instructions- Tape PlayerSeek ButtonFast Forward (FF)Rewind (RW)Tape EjectScan ButtonChanging Tape
DirectionMetal Tape SelectionPinch Roller ReleaseNoise ReductionOperation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Audio Play)
LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Play)SALES CODE REC - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)REC Setting the ClockAudio Clock DisplaySATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED
System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK RadiosSelectinga ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY (Program Type) Button - If EquippedPTY Button SCAN
PTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationTape PlayerCD PlayerCASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR
PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Heater Only - Fleet Vehicles Air Conditioning and Heating - If Equipped Air Conditioning with Dual Zone Temperature Control -If EquippedOperating TipsOperating Tips Chart STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES -
GAS ENGINES Manual Transmission - If EquippedAutomatic Transmission - If EquippedNormal StartingIf Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission with OverdriveMANUAL
TRANSMISSION Manual Transmission - 6 Speed (G56)Recommended Vehicle Shift SpeedsDownshifting - All Manual TransmissionsFOUR-WHEEL- DRIVE OPERATION Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/PrecautionsShifting Procedure - Manually
Shifted Transfer Case Transfer Case Reminder LightLIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL - IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Axle Locker System Stabilizer/Sway Bar System POWER WAGON - SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle
CharacteristicsDriving in Snow, Mud and SandCrossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)Hill ClimbingDriving Through WaterAiring Down For Off-Road DrivingVehicle RecoveryAfter Driving Off-RoadWINCH USAGE - IF EQUIPPED Things To Know Before Using
Your WinchUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR WINCH WINCH ACCESSORIESOPERATING YOUR WINCHRIGGING TECHNIQUESPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Brake NoiseFour-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If EquippedPOWER STEERING MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresCompact Spare
Tire - If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceSUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED TIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION
RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Light Load Reset Switch Description - If EquippedTire Pressure Monitor System ComponentsGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS
Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineSulfur In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Adding Fuel (Gas Engines)VEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common
Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsTrailer Towing Mirrors - If EquippedSNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING - 4-WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing Procedure - Manual Shift Transfer Case - If EquippedReturning to Normal Operation - Manual Shift Transfer CaseEQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING All Models - If EquippedJACKING INSTRUCTIONS Removing The Spare TireTire Changing ProcedureHOISTING JUMP-STARTING FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWING A DISABLED
VEHICLE 4-Wheel-Drive VehiclesWINCH USAGE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT- 5.7L GAS ENGINE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark Plugs (Gas Engines)Engine Air Cleaner FilterEngine Fuel FilterCatalytic ConverterEmission-Related Components
Maintenance Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenancePower Steering - Fluid CheckFront Suspension Ball JointsSteering Linkage - InspectionFrontProp Shaft LubricationBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses
And Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesBrake SystemClutch Hydraulic SystemClutch LinkageRear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid LevelTransfer CaseFront Drive ShaftManual TransmissionAutomatic TransmissionFront Wheel BearingsNoise Control System Required
Maintenance and WarrantyAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionFUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) VEHICLE STORAGE EPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn LightsTail, Stop, Turn and Backup
LightsCenter High-Mounted Stoplight With Cargo LightCab Top Clearance Lights - If EquippedFog LightsFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS ANDGENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU
NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction Grades
Temperature GradesINDEX