2016 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab belt

•Belt slips
• “Groove jumping (belt does not maintain correct
position on pulley)
• Belt broken (note: identify and correct problem before
new belt is installed)
• Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or rumble is
heard or felt while drive belt is in operation)
Some conditions can be caused by a faulty component
such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys should be carefully
inspected for damage and proper alignment.
Belt replacement on some models requires the use of
special tools, we recommend having your vehicle ser-
viced at an authorized dealer.Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
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CAUTION! (Continued)
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
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Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the
vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
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WARNING!(Continued)
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap-
propriate replacement fuse with the same amp
rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse
with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never
replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other
material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in
serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam-
age.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603

Disposal............................. .587
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................439
Appearance Care ........................ .597
Ashtray ................................211
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .442
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Door Locks ......................38
Automatic Headlights ..................... .159
Automatic High Beams .....................161
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........363
Automatic Transmission ....................593
Adding Fluid ......................... .595
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................597
Fluid Level Check ...................... .594
Fluid Type ........................ .593, 624
Shifting ............................. .404
Special Additives ...................... .594
Axle Fluid ....................... .591, 592, 624Axle Lubrication
..................... .591, 592
Back-Up Camera ......................... .201
Battery ............................ .242, 572
Charging System Light ...................242
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........29
Belts, Seat ...............................115
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................576
B-Pillar Location ......................... .462
Brake Assist System ...................... .442
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............438
Brake Fluid ......................... .590, 624
Brake System ........................ .438, 589
Fluid Check .......................... .590
Master Cylinder ....................... .590
Parking ............................. .435
Warning Light ........................ .238
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................404
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INDEX 647

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

Interior Appearance Care....................600
Interior Lights .......................... .165
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............171
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ..................... .212
Jack Location ........................... .536
Jump Starting ........................... .544
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........20
Programming Additional Transmitters .........20
Key-In Reminder ..........................18
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................41
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ..............315, 332
Passive Entry ...........................41
Passive Entry Programming ..........41, 315, 332
Keyless Entry System .......................24
Key, Replacement ..........................20 Keys
...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................18
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............168
Lane Change Assist ....................... .169
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................53
Latches ................................117
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .494
Leaks, Fluid .............................118
Life Of Tires ............................ .477
Light Bulbs ..............................117
Lights ..............................117,157
AirBag ........................78, 115, 237
Automatic Headlights ....................159
Brake Assist Warning ....................449
Brake Warning ........................ .238
Bulb Replacement ....................614, 615
Cap Top Clearance ..................... .619
Cargo .............................. .168
654 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

Power SeatsDown ........................... .140, 141
Forward ......................... .140, 141
Rearward ........................ .140, 141
Recline .............................. .140
Tilt ................................ .141
Up ............................. .140, 141
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .624
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............63
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................64
Programmable Electronic Features ..........279, 302
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
PTO (Power Take-Off) ..................... .416
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .471
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ........584, 587
Radio Frequency General Information ............18, 20, 32, 35, 45 Radio Operation
......................... .343
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................339
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................172
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................591, 592
Rear ParkSense System ..................182, 192
Rear Window Features .....................223
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... .224
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .147
Recorder, Event Data .......................81
Recreational Towing ...................... .523
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........526
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......528
Reformulated Gasoline .....................494
Refrigerant .......................... .574, 575
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................51
Remote Control Starting System .........................32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................24, 26
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........20
658 INDEX