2011 RAM CHASSIS CAB child lock

We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the
manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many,
but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with
separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector, and a means for adjusting the tension in the
strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some
rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped
with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the
tension in the strap.
In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower
straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach
the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether
anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the
child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.
Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we
have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc-
tions that come with the child restraint system. WARNING!Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belt
The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are
equipped with either an Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of seat
belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt
tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary
to use a locking clip. The ALR will make a ratcheting
noise if you extract the entire belt from the retractor and66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For
additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic
Locking Mode”.
To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat
belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the
belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate
into the buckle. Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out
of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the
retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten
the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt
system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion-
ally, and pull it tight if necessary.
Child Restraint Tether Anchor
Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for con-
nection to tether anchors have been available for some
time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will
provide add-on tether strap kits for their older products.
Regular Cab models have two tether anchorages, one each behind the front center and right seats. Crew Cab
models have three anchorages, one behind each of the
rear seats.
WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the
seat could come loose and allow the child to crash
into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or
even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor
positions directly behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap. Follow the instruc-
tions below. See your authorized dealer for help if
necessary.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.
The starter should not be operated for more than 15-
second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.
WARNING!Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key fob in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Normal Starting
Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is
obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. Turn the key fob to the START position and release
when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within
10 seconds, turn the key fob to the OFF position, wait five
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Automatic Transmission
Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting into any
driving range.
NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission
shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be
pressed to shift out of PARK.
Tip Start Feature
Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch
briefly to the START position and release it. The starter
motor will continue to run but will automatically disen-
gage when the engine is running.
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WARNING! (Continued)• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, you should
always shift the transmission into PARK, remove
the key fob from the ignition, and apply the
parking brake. Once the key fob is removed from
the ignition, the shift lever is locked in the PARK
position, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement. Furthermore, you should never leave
unattended children inside a vehicle.
Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK
prior to rotating the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion. The key fob can only be removed from the ignition switch when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position
and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the
PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK
position, the ignition switch must be turned to any other
ignition switch position (ACC, ON, or START) (engine
running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override
There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to move
the shift lever out of the PARK position if an electrical
system malfunction occurs (i.e., dead battery).
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position
without starting the engine.
2. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position
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Carbon Monoxide Warning ............... 73,321
Cargo Light ............................ 144
Cellular Phone ........................ 88,247
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 419
Center Lap Belts ......................... 46
Center Seat Storage Compartment ............ 166
Certification Label ....................... 324
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 296
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............. 189,379
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 72
Checks, Safety ........................... 72
Child Restraint ........................ 60,61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............. 64,67
Child Seat ............................ 61,65
Cigar Lighter ........................... 160
Cleaning
Wheels ............................. 407
Climate Control ......................... 247 Clock ............................. 212,221
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 246
Compass .............................. 203
Compass Calibration ..................... 204
Compass Variance ....................... 204
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 201
Connector
UCI ................................ 235
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 235
Console, Overhead ....................... 155
Contract, Service ........................ 447
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 395
Cooling System ......................... 392
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 394
Coolant Capacity ...................... 422
Coolant Level ...................... 393,396
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 396
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 393
Inspection ........................... 396456 INDEX

Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 176
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 409
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 410
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ............. 334
Interior Appearance Care .................. 408
Interior Lights .......................... 143
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 147
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ..................... 160
Jack Location ........................... 356
Jump Starting .......................... 366
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12 Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 145
Lane Change Assist ...................... 146
Lap Belts .............................. 46
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 38
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 64
Latches ................................ 76
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 76
Life of Tires ............................ 310
Light Bulbs ............................. 76
Lights .............................. 76,140
Airbag ........................ 55,59,74,190
Alarm .............................. 182
Anti-Lock ........................... 190
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 293
Automatic Headlights ................... 141
Brake Warning ........................ 187
Bulb Replacement ................... 415,416
Cap Top Clearance ..................... 420
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Cargo .............................. 144
Center Mounted Stop ................... 419
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ........ 189
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 155
Daytime Running ...................... 145
Exterior .............................. 76
Fog .......................... 142,190,418
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............... 278
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 356
Headlights ........................... 141
High Beam ........................ 146,186
High Beam Indicator .................... 186
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 146
Illuminated Entry ....................... 19
Instrument Cluster ..................... 179
Interior .......................... 143,155
Lights On Reminder .................... 144
Low Fuel ............................ 186
Oil Pressure .......................... 188 Passing ............................. 146
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 191
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 182
Service ........................... 415,416
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 182
Transfer Case ......................... 278
Turn Signal ...................... 76,145,416
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 179
Limited-Slip Differential ................ 284,401
Loading Vehicle ......................... 324
Tires ............................... 300
Locks ................................. 29
Child Protection ........................ 32
Door ................................ 29
Power Door ........................... 30
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) .............................. 64
Lubrication, Body ....................... 388
Lug Nuts ........................... 361,363462 INDEX

Safety Information, Tire ................... 294
Safety Tips ............................. 72
Satellite Radio Antenna ................. 232,241
Satellite Radio (Uconnect™ studios) ........... 240
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 409
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 48
Seat Belts .......................... 37,38,73
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 46
And Pregnant Women ................... 49
Child Restraint ....................... 60,71
Extender ............................. 49
Front Seat ............................ 38
Inspection ............................ 73
Reminder ............................ 191
Seats .............................. 123,134
Adjustment .......................... 123
Child ............................... 71
Heated ............................. 130 Memory ............................ 134
Power .............................. 127
Reclining ............................ 124
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 393,423
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 17
Service Assistance ....................... 445
Service Contract ......................... 447
Service Manuals ........................ 449
Setting the Clock ..................... 212,221
Settings, Personal ........................ 205
Shifting ............................... 266
Automatic Transmission ................. 268
Transfer Case ......................... 277
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ....................... 346,349466 INDEX