2017 Ram 2500 Owner's Manual

Storage (Regular Cab)
The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs
the length of the cab.
Storage and Seats (Crew Cab/Quad Cab)
The Crew Cab and Quad Cab models provide additional
storage under the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the
storage compartment.
To open the storage compartments, unsnap the securing
snap located at either side of the load floor and lift upward
on the fold flat lid.
NOTE:For more information on storage and the fold flat
floor, refer to “Fold Flat Load Floor” in this section.
Storage Bin
Crew Cab Storage
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Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers
(Regular Cab Models)
Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles
are built into the back panel of the cab, behind the rear seat.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control panel. Push this button to turn on
the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
push the button a second time.
Grocery Bag Hooks
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NOTE:To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
•
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on
the overhead console.
Push the switch to the right to open the glass. Pull the
switch to the left to close the glass.
Rear Window Switch
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Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
A locking device in the center of the window helps to
prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock
to release the window.
FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED
Quad Cab and Crew Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat
may be equipped with a folding load floor.
WARNING!
Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored on
the load floor. While driving or in an accident you may
experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or
sharp turns. Loose objects stored on the load floor may
move around with force and strike occupants, resulting
in serious or fatal injury.Unfolding The Load Floor/Quad Cab
1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.
Unfolding The Load Floor
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2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob untilthe load floor unfolds into position.
3. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor. Unfolding The Load Floor/Crew Cab
1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.
Load Floor In Open PositionLoad Floor Legs In Stowed Position
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2. Unfold both the legs using the straps.3. Lift the front panel until the load floor unfolds into
position.
4. Reverse the procedure to store the load floor.
Load Floor Legs In Opened Position
Load Floor In Open Position
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Positioning The Load Floor For Storage Access Under
The Seat
1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position.
2. Unsnap the securing snap located at either side of theload floor.
3. Lift the load floor up to access storage under the load floor.
WARNING!
Do not drive with the load floor in the up position.
When stopping fast or in an accident, the load floor
could move to the down position causing serious
injury. Quad Cab — If Equipped
Load Floor Securing Straps/Quad Cab
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Crew Cab — If Equipped
4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in thesecured down position before you operate the vehicle.PICKUP BOX
The pickup box has many features designed for utility and
convenience.
Load Floor Securing Straps/Crew Cab
Pick Up Box Features
1 — Upper Load Floor Indents
2 — Bulk Head Dividers
3 — Cleats
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