2018 Ram 1500 Hood latch

Venting Sunroof — Express
Push and release the Vent button within one half second
and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is
called “Express Vent” and it will occur regardless of
sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any
movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the
glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF/LOCK position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature.
NOTE:Ignition Off time is programmable through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
HOOD
To Open The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel.
Hood Release
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2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hoodand push the safety latch lever to the left to release it,
before raising the hood.
To Close The Hood
Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) from
the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure that the
hood is completely closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center
of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
TAILGATE
Opening
To open the tailgate, lift up on the handle and pull the
tailgate down.
Closing
To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are
latched.
NOTE: Pull back on the tailgate firmly after closing to
ensure it is securely latched.
Safety Latch Location (1500 Series Shown)
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Conditions that would require replacement:
•Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated from belt
body)
• Rib or belt wear
• Longitudinal belt cracking (cracks between two ribs)
• Belt slips
• “Groove jumping (belt does not maintain correct posi-
tion 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 serviced
at an authorized dealer.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
Mopar Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the applica-
tion of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped
clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil
and grease should be removed. Particular attention should
also be given to hood latching components to ensure
proper function. When performing other underhood ser-
vices, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated.
Accessory Belt (Serpentine Belt)8
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Ignition Key Removal........................28
Illuminated Entry ...........................83
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................33
Inside Rearview Mirror .................64, 65, 447
Instrument Cluster ..........................198
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................589
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ................426
Interior Appearance Care .....................587
Interior Lights ..............................80
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............84
Introduction ................................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) .......................137
Jack Location ..........................468, 485
Jack Operation ............................468
Jump Starting ............................ .502
Key Fob Panic Alarm .............................23
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........27, 34
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....24
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......27
Key-In Reminder ............................30
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .39, 289
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ................621, 641 Passive Entry
............................39
Passive Entry Programming ...........39, 621, 641
Key, Replacement ...........................34
Keys ....................................20
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................33
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................78
Lane Change Assist ..........................79
Latches ................................. .282
Hood .................................112
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .596
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .282
Life Of Tires ............................. .572
Light Bulbs .......................... .281, 452
Lights .................................. .281
AirBag .........................189, 237, 279
Automatic Headlights ......................76
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .212
Brake Warning ......................... .190
Bulb Replacement ........................452
Cap

Top Clearance .......................458
Cargo .................................79
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .457
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .80, 82
Cruise ............................... .199
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