2016 Ram 3500 suspension

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to ”Manual Park Release” or “Gear
Selector Override” in this section for instructions on
shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for
towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do
not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Two-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis-
sion is operable, this vehicle may be towed (with rear
wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
• The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km)
for 6-speed transmission, or 30 miles (48 km) for
8-speed transmission.
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) for 6-speed transmission, or 30 miles
(48 km) for 8-speed transmission, tow with the rear
wheels OFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed, or with the front wheels raised
784 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
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 Die-sel) –
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
7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 843

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
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
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
846 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F87 –10 Amp Red Air Suspension – If Equipped / Trailer Tow
/ Steering Column Control Module
F88 –15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster
F90/F91 –20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (rear seats) Customer Select-
able
F93 –20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
F94 –10 Amp Red Shifter / Transfer Case Module
F95 –10 Amp Red Rear Camera / Park Assist
F96 –10 Amp Red Rear Seat Heater Switch
F97 –25 Amp Clear Rear Heated Seats & Heated Steering Wheel
– If Equipped
F98 –25 Amp Clear Front Heated Seats – If Equipped
F99 –10 Amp Red Climate Control
F100 –10 Amp Red Upfitters – If Equipped
850 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X XX X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends, and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle
surfaces. If gear oil leakage is
suspected, check the fluid level.
If using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing, change axle fluid. XXX X X X X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 877

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............820
Adding Fuel ............................ .684
Additives, Fuel .......................... .679
Adjust Down .............................. .148
Forward ......................... .148, 150
Rearward ........................ .148, 150
Up ................................ .148
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .189
AirBag.................................71 Advance Front Air Bag ....................73
Air Bag Operation .......................74
Air Bag Warning Light ....................82
Enhanced Accident Response ................81
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................84
FrontAirBag...........................71
If A Deployment Occurs ...................80
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................75
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............83Side Air Bags
...........................75
Transporting Pets .......................117
Air Bag Deployment ........................71
Air Bag Light ..................... .82, 120, 297
Air Bag Maintenance .......................83
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .802
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................809
Air Conditioning ..................... .421, 426
Air Conditioning Controls ................421, 426
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........441, 443
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............809, 810
Air Conditioning System ..........421, 426, 439, 809
Air Pressure, Tires .....................649, 660
Air Suspension ....................... .545, 558
Alarm, Panic .............................29
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................22, 300
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................22
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............819, 864
896 INDEX

Remote...............................34
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) .............477
Steering Power ........................... .613, 615
Wheel, Heated ........................ .187
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .186
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............417
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .417
Storage Compartment, Center Seat .............242
Storage, Vehicle ...................... .441, 851
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .851
Sun Roof .............................. .226
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........71
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information .........660
Suspension, Air ...................... .545, 558
Sway Control, Trailer ...................... .632
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .802
System, Remote Starting .....................34 Tailgate
............................... .271
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........439
Tilt Down .............................. .148
Up ................................ .148
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .186
Tip Start ............................... .478
Tire And Loading Information Placard . . . .643, 644, 660
Tire Markings ........................... .636
Tires ....................... .122, 648, 654, 891
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................658
Air Pressure .......................... .648
Chains .............................. .660
Compact Spare ........................ .655
Dual ............................ .664, 729
General Information ..................648, 654
High Speed .......................... .651
Inflation Pressures ...................... .649
Life Of Tires .......................... .658
912 INDEX