2016 Ram 1500 diesel

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC
vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman-
ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials
that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
If applicable, refer to the Diesel Supplement for diesel
related information.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
RAM is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
4 INTRODUCTION

Battery (Gas Model Shown)
1 — Positive Battery Post
2 — Fuses
Correct Positive Jumping Location (Diesel Model
Shown)
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 771

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F01 80 Amp Black – Rad Fan Control Module – If equipped
F03 60 Amp Yellow – Rad Fan – If Equipped
F05 40 Amp Green – Compressor for Air Suspension – If Equipped
F06 40 Amp Green – Antilock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control
Pump
F07 40 Amp Green – Starter Solenoid
F08 20 Amp Blue (1500
LD/Cummins Diesel)– Emissions Diesel – If Equipped
F09 40 Amp Green (Spe-
cial Services Vehicle &
Cummins Diesel)
30 Amp Pink (1500
LD Diesel)– Diesel Fuel Heater – If Equipped
F10 40 Amp Green – Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2
F10 50 Amp Red – Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 – If
Equipped with Stop/Start
840 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F11 30 Amp Pink – Integrated Trailer Brake Module – If Equipped
F12 40 Amp Green – Body Controller #3 / Interior Lights
F13 40 Amp Green – Blower Motor
F14 40 Amp Green – Body Controller #4 / Power Locks
F16 30 Amp Pink – Smart Bar – If Equipped
F19 20 Amp Blue (1500
LD Diesel)
30 Amp Pink (Cum-
mins Diesel)– SCR – If Equipped
F20 30 Amp Pink – Passenger Door Module
F21 30 Amp Pink – Drive Train Control Module
F22 20 Amp Blue
30 Amp Pink (Cum-
mins Diesel)– Engine Control Module
F23 30 Amp Pink – Body Controller #1
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F24 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Module
F25 30 Amp Pink – Front Wiper
F26 30 Amp Pink – Antilock Brakes / Stability Control Module /
Valves
F28 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Backup Lights – If Equipped
F29 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Parking Lights – If Equipped
F30 30 Amp Pink – Trailer Tow Receptacle
F31 30 Amp Pink (1500
LD Diesel)– Urea Heater Control – If Equipped
F32 – – Spare Fuse
F33 20 Amp Blue – Special Services Vehicle Only
F34 30 Amp Pink – Vehicle System Interface Module #2 – If
Equipped
F35 30 Amp Pink – Sunroof – If Equipped
F36 30 Amp Pink – Rear Defroster – If Equipped
842 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F37 30 Amp Pink – Cummins Diesel Fuel Heater #2 – If Equipped
F38 30 Amp Pink – Power Inverter 115V AC – If Equipped
F39 20 Amp Blue – Power Outlet – Special Services Only
F41 – 10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter – If Equipped
F42 – 20 Amp Yellow Horn
F44 – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F46 – 10 Amp Red Upfitter – If Equipped
F49 – 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel Cluster
F50 – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module – If Equipped
F51 – 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition
F52 – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
F53 – 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights
F54 – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals
F56 – 15 Amp Blue Additional Diesel Content – If Equipped
F57 – 20 Amp Yellow Transmission
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F58 – 20 Amp Yellow Spare Fuse
F59 – 10 Amp Red SCR Relay – If Equipped
F60 – 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp
F61 – 10 Amp Red (1500 LD
Diesel & Cummins
Diesel)PM Sensor – If Equipped
F62 – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
F63 – 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Urea Heater (Cummins
Diesel)
F64 – 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors / Powertrain
F65 – 10 Amp Red USB interface
F66 – 10 Amp Red Sunroof / Passenger Window Switches / Rain
Sensor
F67 – 10 Amp Red CD / DVD / Bluetooth Hands-free Module – If
Equipped
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F69 – 15 Amp Blue Mod SCR 12V (Cummins Diesel) – If Equipped
F70 – 30 Amp Green Fuel Pump Motor
F71 – 25 Amp Clear Amplifier
F72 – 10 Amp Red PCM – If Equipped
F73 – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Transfer Pump (HD Only) – If Equipped
F74 – 20 Amp Yellow (Gas
Engine & 1500 LD
Diesel)Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Equipped
F75 – 10 Amp Red Coolant Temperature Valve Actuator
F76 – 10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes / Electronic Stability Control
F77 – 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Discon-
nect Module
F78 – 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power Steer-
ing
F79 – 15 Amp Blue Clearance Lights
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