2013 Ram C/V battery

WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617

Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
Removal
Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting
at one edge to ease removal.
Cleaning
The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe, or you may follow
the cleaning procedure below.
Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and
one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for
approximately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, pull the
liner from the water and dip it back into the water about
six times. This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse
the liner thoroughly under warm running water. Shake
the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces
with a clean soft cloth.
Installation
Place the liner into the cupholder drawer and press the
liner into place so that the retention tabs seat into the
corresponding openings in the drawer.
FUSES
Totally Integrated Power Module
The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the
engine compartment near the battery. Refer to the appli-
cable “Engine Compartment” illustration in this section.
This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A
label that identifies each component may be printed or
embossed on the inside of the cover.
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may do the following:
•Remove the 60 Amp cartridge in the Totally Integrated
Power Module (TIPM) labeled Ignition-Off Draw
(IOD).
• Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning
system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air
and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate
system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com-
pressor damage when the system is started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Center & Rear Dome
Lamp 578
Center & Rear Reading
Lamps 578
Front Door Courtesy
Lamp 578
Front Header Reading
Lamps – If Equipped 578
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649

Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Automatic Transmission....................468
Adding Fluid ......................... .633
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................633
Fluid Change ......................... .633
Fluid Level Check ...................... .633
Fluid Type ........................... .631
Gear Ranges .......................... .473
Special Additives ...................... .632
Torque Converter ...................... .481
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Battery ................................ .616
Jump Starting ......................... .592
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................227
Belts, Seat ...............................119
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .136
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................621B-Pillar Location
......................... .510
Brake Assist System ...................... .493
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............492
Brake Fluid ............................ .657
Brake System ........................... .629
Fluid Check .......................... .630
Parking ............................. .487
Warning Light ........................ .324
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................471
Bulb Replacement ........................ .651
Bulbs, Light ............................ .122
Calibration, Compass ..................... .345
Camera, Rear ........................... .249
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .655
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .546
Power Steering ........................ .486
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................626
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Life of Tires............................ .523
Liftgate .................................52
Light Bulbs ............................. .122
Lights ................................ .122
Airbag ................................83
Alarm .............................. .324
Anti-Lock ............................ .318
Automatic Headlights ....................222
Back-Up ............................. .653
Battery Saver ......................... .227
Brake Assist Warning ....................496
Brake Warning ........................ .324
Bulb Replacement ...................... .649
Center Mounted Stop ....................654
Daytime Running ...................... .223
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................224
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....496
Engine Temperature Warning ...............328
Exterior ............................. .122Fog ................................
.223
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................570
Headlights ........................... .651
Headlights On Reminder ..................223
High Beam Indicator .....................315
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............227
Illuminated Entry ........................20
Interior ............................. .224
License ............................. .654
Lights On Reminder .....................223
Low Fuel ............................ .327
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........321
Oil Pressure .......................... .328
Park ............................... .651
Passing ............................. .227
Reading ............................. .252
Rear Servicing ........................ .653
Rear
Tail ............................ .653
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .326
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Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...............324
Service .............................. .649
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .321
Side Marker .......................... .653
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............324
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............319
Traction Control ....................... .496
Turn Signal .......................... .122
Voltage ............................. .327
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......315
Loading Vehicle ......................... .285
Capacities ........................... .551
Tires ............................... .510
Load Leveling System ..................... .298
Locks ..................................35
Door .................................35
Lubrication, Body ........................ .621
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................298 Maintenance Free Battery
....................616
Maintenance Procedures ....................610
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .660
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......321
Manual, Service ......................... .674
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .252
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............214
Memory Seat ........................... .133
Methanol .............................. .538
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .342
Mirrors ............................... .130
Automatic Dimming .....................131
Electric Remote ........................ .133
Exterior Folding ....................... .132
Heated .............................. .134
Memory ............................. .214
Outside ............................. .132
Rearview ............................ .130
V
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Trailer Weight........................... .557
Transmission ........................... .631
Automatic ........................... .468
Fluid ............................... .631
Transmitter
Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry). . .28
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .256
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Transporting Pets .........................114
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .522
Trip Odometer .......................... .315
Turn Signals ............................ .315
UCI Connector .......................... .380
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone) ...............145
Umbrella Holder ......................... .282
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................675
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .380
Universal Transmitter ..................... .256
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .537Upholstery Care
......................... .637
Vanity Mirrors .......................... .135
Variance, Compass ....................... .345
Vehicle Certification Label ...................548
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ..........................511
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Storage .......................... .458
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .612
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................176
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................570
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .315
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .672
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .622
Washing Vehicle ......................... .634
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