2011 RAM CHASSIS CAB overheating

CAUTION! (Continued)• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-
tween 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels
faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage
may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the
wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow
hooks.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is impor-
tant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper
catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or
steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, do not open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to
open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator
is hot.392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Identification Logo ..................... 383
Materials Added to ..................... 384
Pressure Gauge ....................... 182
Recommendation ...................... 383
Synthetic ............................ 384
Viscosity ............................ 383
Onboard Diagnostic System .............. 378,379
Operating Precautions .................... 378
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 82
Overdrive ............................. 272
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 272
Overhead Console ....................... 155
Overheating, Engine ...................... 180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ......... 4,449
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 289
Passing Light ........................... 146 Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 149
Personal Settings ........................ 205
Pets .................................. 71
Pets, Transporting ........................ 71
Phone, Cellular .......................... 88
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 88
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 300
Power
Door Locks ........................... 30
Mirrors .............................. 84
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ....... 157,160
Seats ............................... 127
Sliding Rear Window ................... 172
Steering .......................... 288,289
Windows ............................. 34
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 424
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 49
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 205464 INDEX