2016 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab child seat

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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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.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO),
follow these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move
your vehicle in or out of the area.
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is
set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation
mode.
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114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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 gear
selector.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible 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 windows, other con-
trols, 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.
398 STARTING AND OPERATING

Bulb Replacement........................ .615
Bulbs, Light ..........................117,614
Cab Top Clearance Lights ...................619
Camera, Rear ........................... .201
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........621
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .621
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .566
Power Steering ........................ .434
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................587
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............114,498
Cargo Light ............................ .168
Car Washes ............................ .598
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............618
Center Seat Storage Compartment .............218
Certification Label ........................ .500
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .457
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .561 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety
..............114
Checks, Safety ............................114
Child Restraint ............................82
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................87
Child Restraints .........................82
Child Seat Installation .................99, 102
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........98
Infants And Child Restraints ................84
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....97
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................99
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............94
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......89
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........86
Seating Positions ........................88
Cigar Lighter ............................211
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .494
648 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

Programming Additional Transmitters.........20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........341
Remote Starting
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features. .317, 335
Uconnect Settings ....................317, 335
Remote Starting System ......................32
Replacement Keys .........................20
Replacement Parts ........................ .562
Replacement Tires ........................ .478
Reporting Safety Defects ....................639
Restraint, Head .......................... .147
Restraints, Child ...........................82
Restraints, Occupant ........................49
Rotation, Tires .......................... .482
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................115
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................117
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................639
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................114 Safety Information, Tire
.....................455
Safety Tips ..............................114
Schedule, Maintenance .....................626
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......58
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........64
Energy Management Feature ................64
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................55
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................53
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............57
Pregnant Women ........................63
Seat Belt Extender .......................62
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................64
Seat Belt Reminder .......................51
Seat Belt System .........................49
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .603
Seat Belt Reminder .........................51
Seat Belts ............................ .50, 115
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................58
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INDEX 659

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage.........58
Child Restraint ..........................82
Extender ..............................62
Front Seat ....................... .50, 53, 55
Inspection ............................115
Operating Instructions ....................55
Pregnant Women ........................63
Pretensioners ...........................64
Rear Seat ..............................53
Reminder ............................ .236
Untwisting Procedure .....................57
Seats ....................... .138, 140, 141, 147
Adjustment .....................138, 140, 141
Easy Entry ........................... .155
Memory ............................. .151
Power .............................. .139
Reclining Rear ........................ .147
Security Alarm ........................ .21, 240
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............622SENTRY KEY
Key Programming .......................20
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................20
Service Assistance ........................ .635
Service Contract ......................... .638
Service Manuals ......................... .640
Settings, Personal ..................... .279, 302
Shifting ............................... .401
Automatic Transmission ..................404
Transfer Case ......................... .422
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .526
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .528
Shift Lever Override ...................... .551
Shoulder Belts ............................53
Signals, Turn ......................117, 168, 263
660 INDEX