2019 Ram 1500 maintenance

In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should contact
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Service Manuals
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mation that students and professional technicians need in
diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain-
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complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
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problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and fea-
tures. They show exactly how to find and correct problems
the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driv-
ability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete
list of all tools and equipment.
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you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included are
starting, operating, emergency and maintenance proce-
dures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
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678 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .343
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............515
Adding Fuel ............................. .404
Additives, Fuel ........................... .559
Adjust Down .................................47
Forward ................................47
Rearward ...............................47
Up....................................47
Adjustable Pedals ...........................60
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ....................... .247
Air Bag Warning Light .................243, 248
Enhanced Accident Response .............260, 484
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................485
FrontAirBag .......................... .248
If Deployment Occurs .....................259
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .255
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............262
Maintenance ........................... .262
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............244
Transporting Pets ....................... .284
Air Bag Light ...................... .179, 243, 285
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......501
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................503 Air Conditioner Refrigerant
................503, 504
Air Conditioner System ..................... .503
Air Conditioning ............................80
Air Conditioning Filter ....................95, 504
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................94
Air Conditioning System ......................93
Air Filter ............................... .501
Air Pressure Tires................................. .533
Air Suspension ........................ .322, 328
Alarm Panic ..................................21
Security Alarm....................... .33, 181
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................6
Android Auto ............................ .667
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................514, 563
Disposal .............................. .516
Anti-Lock

Brake System (ABS) .................198
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................188
Apple CarPlay ........................... .669
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .200
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .569
Auto Down Power Windows ...................96
Automatic Door Locks ........................41
680 INDEX

Chart, Tire Sizing.......................... .524
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .195
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............284
Checks, Safety ............................ .284
Child Restraint ........................... .263
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .267
Child Seat Installation ..................277, 278
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........276
Infant And Child Restraints .................265
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............273
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......269
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........266
Seating Positions ........................ .268
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .559
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .542
Climate Control ............................80
Automatic ..............................84
Manual ................................80
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .299
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................671
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .540
Contract, Service .......................... .676
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............516Cooling System
........................... .513
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................515
Coolant Level ....................513, 516, 517
Cooling Capacity ........................ .563
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................516
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................514
Inspection ......................... .516, 517
Points To Remember ..................... .518
Pressure Cap ........................... .516
Radiator Cap .......................... .516
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......514, 563, 564
Corrosion Protection ....................... .547
Cr

uise Control (Speed Control) .................343
Cruise Light .......................... .192, 193
Cupholders .............................. .125
Customer Assistance ....................... .674
Cybersecurity ............................ .570
Daytime Running Lights ......................69
Dealer Service ............................ .498
Defroster, Rear Window .......................80
Defroster, Windshield .....................80, 286
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................77
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................194
Differential, Limited Slip .....................335
682 INDEX

Disable Vehicle Towing..................... .481
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................516
Disturb ................................. .667
Door Ajar ............................... .183
Door Ajar Light ........................... .183
Door Locks Automatic ..............................41
Doors ....................................35
Drag And Drop Menu ...................... .569
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................43
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .430
Dual Rear Wheels ......................... .557
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .127
Electric Brake Control System ..................199
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................198
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............202, 207
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .300
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..........314, 318
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................312
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........340
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............203Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
.........182
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................480
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................435
Jump Starting .......................... .474
Emission Control System Maintenance ............195
Engine ................................. .494
Air Cleaner ............................ .501
Block Heater ........................... .299
Break-In Recommendations .................299
Compartment ....................494, 495, 496
Compartment Identification ...........494, 495, 496
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .564
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................285, 562
Fails To Start ........................... .298
Flooded,

Starting ........................ .298
Fuel Requirements ....................558, 563
Jump Starting .......................... .474
Oil ........................... .499, 563, 564
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .494, 500
Oil Filter .............................. .501
Oil Selection ........................ .499, 563
Oil Synthetic ........................... .500
Overheating ........................... .477
Starting .............................. .294
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Passing................................71
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .179
Security Alarm ......................... .181
Service ............................... .441
Traction Control ........................ .206
Turn Signals ................73, 192, 287, 442, 447
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .181, 192
Limited-Slip Differential ..................335, 521
Loading Vehicle ........................... .406
Tires................................. .528
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode .................177
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................177
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............177
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............177
Locks Automatic Door ..........................41
Child Protection ..........................42
Power Door .............................37
Low Tire Pressure System .....................225
Lubrication, Body ......................... .509
Lug Nuts ............................ .556, 557
Maintenance Free Battery .....................497
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .489
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .184, 195 Manual
Service ............................... .678
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ....................... .522
Lubricant Selection ...................... .566
Media Hub .............................. .642
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................43
Memory Seat ........................... .43, 49
Memory Seats And Radio .....................43
Methanol ............................... .560
Mirrors ..................................61
Electric Powered ..........................63
Heated .................................66
Memory ................................49
Outside ................................62
Rearview ........................... .61, 436
Trailer Towing ...........................66
Modifications/Alterations V

ehicle .................................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................225
Mopar Parts ............................. .677
MP3 Control ............................. .642
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................69
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ..............396
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle...................285
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................287
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................677
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .285
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .522
Safety Tips .............................. .284
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .489
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .179
Seat Belts ............................ .233, 285
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................238
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........238
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......238
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........241
Child Restraints ........................ .263
Energy Management Feature ................240
Extender .............................. .239
Front Seat ...................... .233, 234, 236
Inspection ............................. .285
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................236
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .234
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............238
Operating Instructions .....................236
Pregnant Women ........................ .240
Pretensioners .......................... .240
Rear Seat ............................. .234Reminder
............................. .233
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .239
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................240
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .233
Untwisting Procedure .....................238
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .551
Seats .............................. .43, 45, 47
Adjustment .......................... .43, 47
Easy Entry ..............................51
Head Restraints ..........................
55
Memory ................................49
Power .................................46
Rear Folding .............................43
Reclining Rear ...........................46
Tilting .................................43
Security Alarm ......................... .33, 181
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............564
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................32
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................32
Sentry Key Replacement ......................33
Service Assistance ......................... .674
Service Contract .......................... .676
Service Manuals .......................... .678
Shifting ................................ .304
690 INDEX

Tips ..................................422
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................414
Wiring ............................... .420
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .414
Trailer Weight ............................ .414
Transfer Case ............................ .522
Electronically Shifted ...................314, 318
Fluid ................................ .566
Transmission ............................. .306
Automatic ......................... .306, 520
Fluid ................................ .566
Maintenance ........................... .520
Shifting .............................. .304
Transporting Pets ......................... .284
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .536
Turn Signals .....................73, 192, 442, 447
Uconnect Uconnect Settings . . . .572, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable
Features ............38, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Passive Entry Programming ........38, 580, 604, 628
Uconnect Voice Command ....................648
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................545 Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
........109
Universal Transmitter ....................... .109
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .558
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................238
USB................................... .642
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ..................145
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............556
Vehicle Loading ....................... .406, 529
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Storage ......................... .94, 546
Vehicle User Guide In Vehicle Help ...........................18
Navigation ..............................18
Operating Instructions ......................18
Searching User Guide ......................18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .499
V

oice Recognition System (VR) .................648
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) . . . .185
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .677
Washers, Windshield ..................... .77, 497
Washing Vehicle .......................... .548
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