2014 Ram 1500 overheating

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant 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.
708 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........189
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............532
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .297
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .297
EVIC Messages ........................ .297
Selectable Menu Items ....................323
Emergency Brake ........................ .521
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................675
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................629
Jump Starting ......................... .671
Tow Hooks ........................... .677
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........694
Engine ................................ .691
Air Cleaner .......................... .701
Block Heater ......................... .399
Break-In Recommendations ................119 Compartment
......................... .690
Compartment Identification ................690
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................758
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................121
Flooded, Starting ...................... .393
Fuel Requirements ..................... .577
Jump Starting ......................... .671
Oil................................. .697
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .699
Oil Selection .......................... .698
Oil Synthetic ......................... .700
Overheating .......................... .629
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .699
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................699
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............79
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .578
Event Data Recorder ........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .121
788 INDEX

Onboard Diagnostic System..................693
Operating Precautions ..................... .693
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................139
Overdrive .............................. .422
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .422
Overhead Console ........................ .212
Overheating, Engine ...................... .293
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .725
Panic Alarm ..............................28
Parking Brake ........................... .521
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................193
Passing Light ........................... .180
Passive Entry .............................42
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .187
Personal Settings ......................... .327
Pets ...................................119 Pets, Transporting
.........................119
Pickup Box ............................. .248
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........546
Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ................734
Door Locks ............................39
Mirrors ............................. .142
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........227
Seats ............................... .147
Sliding Rear Window ....................245
Steering ............................. .518
Sunroof ............................. .224
Windows ..............................46
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .760
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................68
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................66
Programmable Electronic Features .............327
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