2013 Ram 2500 fold seats

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/
shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to theanchor point.
2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create
a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of
the latch plate.
4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing.
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
In the front row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be
adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Press the button located on the
upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the
position that fits you best.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will
prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average
Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt
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CONTENTS
MIRRORS ........................... .127
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................127
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .128
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View
Camera Display — If Equipped ...........129
▫ Outside Mirrors ..................... .129
▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature ...........130
▫ Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If
Equipped .......................... .131
▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped ............132▫
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........133
▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If
Equipped .......................... .133
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped . . . .134
▫ “Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If
Equipped .......................... .134
▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ......135
 SEATS ............................. .136
▫ Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped ........137
▫ Passenger ’s Power Seat — If Equipped ......1393

Dump Feature — Manual Recline Seat Only
Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback to
swing (dump) forward on manual recliner seats. This
“dump” feature allows access to the storage bin behind
the seat.
WARNING!
•Do not stand or lean in front of the seat while
actuating the handle. The seatback may swing
forward and hit you causing injury.
• To avoid injury, place your hand on the seatback
and actuate the handle, then position the seatback
in the desired position.
40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped
The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard
seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat.
On some models the back of the center portion (20%)
easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage
compartment.
Mega Cab® Rear Seat Features
Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped
The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat
cushion. To adjust the seatback, lift upward on the
handle, lean back on the seatback and when you reach
the desired position, release the handle.
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2. Fold the seatback forward.
3. Lift the seatback, to return the seat to the uprightposition. Be sure the seatback is locked in place.Folding Rear Seat — If Equipped
Both the outboard rear seats will drop and move forward
when the seatback is folded flat.
WARNING!
•It is 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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Table Mode
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Cargo must be securely tied down before driving
your vehicle. Improperly secured cargo can fly
around in a sudden stop or collision and strike
someone in the vehicle, causing serious injury or
death.
To fold either rear seat flat:
1. Lift the handle, located on the outboard side of either of the rear seats.
2. Fold the seatback down and push the seat forward.
Handle
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3. Lift the seatback, to return the seat to the uprightposition. Be sure the seat is locked in place.
WARNING!
An improperly latched seat could cause serious in-
jury or death. Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback in not securely
locked into position the seat will not provide the
proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Head Restraints
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury
by restricting head movement in the event of a rear
impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top
of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
Rear Passenger Fold-Flat Seats
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WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CUPHOLDERS
Front Seat Cupholders — (40–20–40 Seats)
The cupholders are located on the backside of the center
portion of the front seat (20). Fold down the center
section of the front seat to gain access to the cupholders.
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor
Mounted Shifter
For vehicles equipped with bucket seats there are two
cupholders located in the floor console.
Cupholders
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Mirrors............................. .132
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........205
Seats ............................... .137
Sliding Rear Window ....................223
Steering ............................. .466
Sunroof ............................. .202
Windows ..............................43
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .700
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................63
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................62
Programmable Electronic Features .............283
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .23
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .501
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........655
Radio Operation ......................... .313
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................171
Ramp Travel Index ....................... .423Rear Axle (Differential)
.....................663
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails .................240
Rear Park Sense System .....................180
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .146
Rear Window Features .....................222
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... .223
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .145
Recorder, Event Data .......................81
Recreational Towing ...................... .566
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........569
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......572
Reformulated Gasoline .....................527
Refrigerant ............................. .649
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................62
Remote Control Starting System .........................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..........311
Remote Starting System ......................30
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