2011 Ram 1500 Owner's Manual

15. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake
pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), and
check that the vehicle operates normally.
NOTE:
•Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met
prior to pressing the transfer case NEUTRAL button
and must continue to be met until the shift has been
completed. If any of these requirements are not met
prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button, or are no
longer met during the shift, the NEUTRAL indicator
light will flash continuously until all requirements are
met or until the NEUTRAL button is released.
•The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position
for a transfer case shift to take place and for the
position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition
switch is not in the ON/RUN position, the shift will
not take place and no position indicator lights will be
on or flashing.
•A flashing NEUTRAL position indicator light indicates
that shift requirements have not been met.
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CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers ................ 491
 Jacking And Tire Changing ............... 491
▫ Jack Location ....................... 492
▫ Removing The Spare Tire ............... 497
▫ Preparations ........................ 498
▫ Instructions ........................ 499
▫ Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped . . . 505
▫ Wheel Nuts ........................ 506
▫ To Stow The Flat Or Spare .............. 509
Hoisting ............................ 510
 Jump-Starting Procedures ................ 510
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ............. 510
▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ............... 512
 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................. 514
 Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ...... 515
 Shift Lever Override ................... 516
▫ Column Shifter — If Equipped ........... 516
▫ Center Console Shifter — If Equipped ..... 517
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Towing A Disabled Vehicle ............... 518
▫ Towing Without The Ignition Key FOB ..... 519▫
Two-Wheel Drive Models .............. 520
▫ Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles .............. 520
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
upper switch bank just below the radio.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional
turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
•Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack.
•Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is
on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle,
take it to a service center where it can be raised on
a lift.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The jack is designed to be used as a tool for
changing tires only. The jack should not be used to
lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle
should be jacked on a firm level surface only.
Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Jack Location
The jack and jack tools are stored under the front
passenger seat.
Removal
To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the
plastic access cover, located on the side of the seat. To
remove the cover, pull the front part of the cover (closest
to the front of the seat) toward you to release a locking
tab. Once the front of the cover is loose, slide the cover
toward the front of the seat until it is free from the seat
frame.Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and
sliding the assembly from under the seat.Jack Access Cover
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WARNING!
After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them
in the original carrier and location. While driving
you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera-
tion or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or
other objects in the vehicle may move around with
force, resulting in serious injury.
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools (1500 Series)
1. Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack
turn-screw until the jack is snug.
2. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). Make sure
the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw.3. Fold the flap and roll the jack tool kit into a cylindrical
package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using
the tie straps.
Turn Screw And Lug
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