2016 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab four wheel drive

•The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed,
or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a
towing dolly, or (when using a suitable steering wheel
stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the straight position)
with rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the
ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not cov-
ered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Four-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and
the opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer
case is operable, the vehicle may be towed (in the
forward direction, with ALLwheels on the ground), IF
the transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N) and the transmis-
sion is in PARK(for automatic transmissions) or in gear
(NOT in NEUTRAL, for manual transmissions). Refer to
“Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information and detailed instructions.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ..........559
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .560
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............560
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .561
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................562
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .563
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........563
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .564
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .566▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................567
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ...........570
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............572
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............573
▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication — Four-Wheel Drive
Models ............................ .575
▫ Body Lubrication .....................576
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............576
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................580
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .581
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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 Prop Shaft Lubrication — Four-Wheel Drive
Models
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 the proper maintenance intervals. Use MOPAR Type MS-
6560 (lithium-based grease), or equivalent.
Front Drive Shaft Double Cardan Joint
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575

Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission ..................594
Brake ............................... .590
Power Steering ........................ .434
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........622
Fog Lights ....................... .163, 257, 617
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................532
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .419
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................549
Front Axle (Differential) .....................591
Fuel .................................. .494
Adding ............................. .498
Additives ............................ .496
Clean Air ............................ .494
Ethanol ............................. .495
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................499
Filter ............................... .622
Gasoline ............................. .494
Light ............................... .254Materials Added
....................... .496
Methanol ............................ .495
Octane Rating ......................... .494
Requirements ......................... .494
Tank Capacity ......................... .621
Fuses ................................. .603
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ................499, 560
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .494
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .494
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................494
Gear Ranges ............................ .405
Gear Select Lever Override ..................551
Glass Cleaning .......................... .602
Grocery Bag Retainer ...................... .222
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................503
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................502
Guide,

Body Builders ........................6
652 INDEX

Center Mounted Stop....................618
Courtesy/Reading ................166, 167, 204
Cruise ........................... .264, 265
Daytime Running ...................... .160
Engine Temperature Warning ...............241
Exterior ..............................117
Fog ......................... .163, 257, 617
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ................423
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................532
Headlights ........................... .159
High Beam ........................... .169
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............169
Hill Descent Control Indicator ..............452
Illuminated Entry ........................23
Interior ....................165, 166, 167, 204
Low Fuel ............................ .254
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........248
Park ............................... .262
Passing ............................. .169Seat Belt Reminder
..................... .236
Security Alarm ........................ .240
Service .......................... .614, 615
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........252, 484
Traction Control ....................... .449
Transfer Case ......................... .423
Turn Signal ..................117, 168, 263, 615
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .241, 263
Limited-Slip Differential .................430, 592
Loading Vehicle ......................... .500
Tires ............................... .462
Locks ..................................36
Automatic Door .........................38
Child Protection .........................39
Door .................................36
Power Door ............................38
Low Tire Pressure System ...................484
Lubrication, Body ........................ .576
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INDEX 655