2016 Ram 1500 Refrigerant

WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If
Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
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Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf
— If Equipped
HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro-
fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product with a
low GWP (Global Warming Potential). However, the
manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service
be performed by authorized dealer or other service
facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil
change. The grease fitting is located at the rear of the
front driveshaft, near the centering mechanism of double
cardan joint. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for theproper maintenance intervals. Use MOPAR Type MS-
6560 (lithium-based grease), or equivalent.Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
Front Drive Shaft Double Cardan Joint
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 807

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............817
Adding Fuel.............................683
Additives, Fuel...........................678
Adjust
Down...............................149
Forward..........................149, 150
Rearward.........................149, 150
Up .................................149
Adjustable Pedals.........................191
AirBag...............................69, 70
Advance Front Air Bag....................71
Air Bag Operation.......................72
Air Bag Warning Light....................80
Enhanced Accident Response................80
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................83
FrontAirBag...........................69
If A Deployment Occurs...................78
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................73
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............82Side Air Bags...........................73
Transporting Pets.......................116
Air Bag Deployment........................69
Air Bag Light......................80, 119, 299
Air Bag Maintenance.......................82
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . .799
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................805
Air Conditioning......................422, 427
Air Conditioning Controls................422, 427
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips...........441, 444
Air Conditioning Refrigerant..........805, 806, 807
Air Conditioning System..........422, 427, 440, 805
Air Pressure, Tires.....................648, 659
Air Suspension........................545, 557
Alarm, Panic.............................29
Alarm (Security Alarm)..................22, 302
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................22
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...............816, 861
892 INDEX

Radio Frequency
General Information............19, 21, 34, 38, 47
Radio Operation..........................420
Radio (Sound Systems).....................417
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.................187
Ramp Travel Index........................569
Rear Axle (Differential).....................825
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails.................270
Rear ParkSense System..................196, 205
Rear Seat, Folding.....................158, 159
Rear Window Features.....................249
Rear Window, Sliding......................251
Reclining Rear Seats.......................157
Recorder, Event Data.......................83
Recreational Towing.......................714
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)........717
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N)......720
Reformulated Gasoline.....................676
Refrigerant...........................806, 807Reminder, Seat Belt.........................53
Remote Control
Starting System.........................34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................25, 27
Programming Additional Key Fobs...........21
Programming Additional Transmitters.........21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........418
Remote Starting
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features. . .391, 410
Uconnect Settings....................391, 410
Remote Starting System......................34
Replacement Bulbs........................849
Replacement Keys.........................20
Replacement Parts.........................793
Replacement Tires.........................657
Reporting Safety Defects....................885
Restraint, Head...........................161
Restraints, Child...........................84
Restraints, Occupant........................51
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