2015 Ram 1500 child seat

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.
2. Attach both hooks to the center tether strap loop, but
do 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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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113

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 a problem.
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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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.
WARNING!
The head restraints for all occupants must be prop-
erly installed and adjusted prior to operating the
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vehicle or occupying a seat. Head restraints should
never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion.
Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly
adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or
death in the event of a collision.
Front Head Restraints
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the adjust-
ment button, located on the base of the head restraint,
and push downward on the head restraint.
To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go
then press the release buttons at the base of each post
while pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the head
restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes while
pressing the release buttons. Then adjust it to the appro-
priate height.
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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead
console between the courtesy/reading lights.
WARNING!
•Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the
Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location
accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu-
larly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power
sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
•In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are also properly secured.
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Power Sunroof Switch
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.
The starter should not be operated for more than 10-
second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a
vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift
lever/transmission gear selector. Do not leave the Key
Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
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to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Normal Starting
Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is
obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal. Cycle the ignition to the START position and
release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start
within 10 seconds, cycle the ignition to the OFF position,
wait five seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
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Cab Top Clearance Lights...................816
Camera, Rear............................210
Camper................................268
Capacities, Fluid..........................819
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................757
Power Steering.........................577
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................778
Carbon Monoxide Warning..................115
Cargo Light.............................176
Car Washes.............................791
Cellular Phone...........................398
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............814
Center Seat Storage Compartment.............240
Certification Label.........................646
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................598
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . .289
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............114
Checks, Safety............................114
Child Restraint............................83
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................87
Child Restraints.........................83
Child Seat Installation....................101
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........99
Infants And Child Restraints................85
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint.....98
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt..............................100
Locating The LATCH Anchorages............95
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.......90
Older Children And Child Restraints..........86
Seating Positions........................89
Cigar Lighter............................232
Clean Air Gasoline........................635
Cleaning
Wheels...............................792
Climate Control..........................400
850 INDEX

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............294
Traction Control........................591
Transfer Case..........................497
Turn Signal............................118
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......289
Limited-Slip Differential....................551
Loading Vehicle..........................646
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..603
Locks..................................37
Automatic Door.........................40
Child Protection.........................41
Door.................................37
Power Door............................39
Low Tire Pressure System...................626
Lubrication, Body.........................767
Lug Nuts...............................686
Maintenance Free Battery....................764
Maintenance Procedures....................754
Maintenance Schedule......................828
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......752
Manual, Service..........................844
Manual Transmission
Fluid Level Check.......................785
Lubricant Selection......................824
Memory Seat............................158
Methanol...............................636
Mirrors................................126
Electric Powered........................138
Heated...............................139
Memory..............................158
Outside..............................134
Rearview.............................126
Trailer Towing.........................140
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................626
MOPAR® Parts...........................753
MTBE/ETBE............................636
858 INDEX