2013 Ram 1500 seat

Center Seat:
1. Raise the head restraint and reach between the rearseat and rear glass to access the tether strap loop. 2. Place a child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether
strap so that it will reach over the seat back, under the
head restraint, through the tether strap loop behind
the seat and over to the tether strap loop behind either
the right or left outboard seat.
3. Pass the tether strap hook under the head restraint behind the child seat, though the tether strap loop
behind the seat and over to the right or left outboard
tether strap loop.
Tether Strap Loop With Head Restraint In Raised
Position
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4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop (seediagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the
child seat manufacturer ’s instructions. Installing Three Child Restraints:
1. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat.
Route the tether straps following the directions for
right and left seating positions, above.
Tether Strap Through Center Tether Strap LoopTether Strap Through Center Tether Strap Loop And
Attached To Outboard Tether Strap Loop
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2. Attach both hooks to the center tether strap loop, butdo not tighten the straps yet.
3. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat. Route the tether strap following the directions for the center
seating position, above.
4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop.
5. Tighten the tether straps according to the child seat manufacturer ’s instructions, tightening the right and
left tether straps before the center tether strap.
Left Outboard And Center Seating Position Shown
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WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
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CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is
not lit during starting, see your authorizeddealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
MIRRORS ........................... .131
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................131
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .131
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View
Camera Display — If Equipped ...........132
▫ Outside Mirrors ..................... .133
▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature ...........134
▫ Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If
Equipped .......................... .135
▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ............135▫
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........137
▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped ......................... .137
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped . . . .137
▫ “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If
Equipped .......................... .138
▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ......139
 SEATS ............................. .140
▫ Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped ........140
▫ Passenger ’s Power Seat — If Equipped ......1423

▫Power Lumbar — If Equipped ............143
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ..............143
▫ Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ............146
▫ Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped ........147
▫ 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped . . . .148
▫ Mega Cab® Rear Seat Features ............148
▫ Head Restraints ..................... .153
 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED . . . .155
▫ Programming The Memory Feature .........155
▫ Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry
Transmitter To Memory .................157
▫ Memory Position Recall .................158
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........158
LIGHTS ............................ .160
▫ Headlights ......................... .161
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......161
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ..............162
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —
If Equipped ........................ .162
▫ Headlight Delay ..................... .163
▫ SmartBeam™ — If Equipped .............163
▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights ...........165
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............165
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................166
▫ Battery Saver ........................ .166
▫ Interior Lights ...................... .166
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