2019 Ram 1500 Rear end

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission
Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission
Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may
affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Transfer Case – 48-11 Active On-Demand 2–speed Transfer
Case (With 4WD AUTO) We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case Lubricant
for Borg Warner 44-44 and 44-45.
Transfer Case – 48-12 Part Time 2–Speed Transfer Case
(Without 4WD AUTO)
We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case Lubricant for
Borg Warner 44-45, 44-46, 44-47, 44-48 and Pre 2016 44-44.
Front Axle We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 75W-85.
Rear Axle (3.21/3.55) We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant
SAE 75W-90 (MS-A0160). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require
the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) Mopar Limited Slip Additive
(MS-10111).
Rear Axle (3.92) We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant
SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require
the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) Mopar Limited Slip Additive
(MS-10111).
Max Tow Rear Axle (3.92) We Recommend You Use Dana SAE 80W90 Axle Lubricant.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
566 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Air Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower On Off
NOTE:
When the “Sound Horn With Lower” feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the key fob remote
lower button is pushed. Flash Lights With Lower On Off
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lower” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key fob
remote lower button is pressed twice. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lower feature
selected. Display Suspension Mes- sages All
Warnings Only
Aero Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Automatic Aero Mode” feature is selected, the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on
the vehicle speed.
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MULTIMEDIA 609

Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower On Off
NOTE:
When the “Sound Horn With Lower” feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the key fob remote
lower button is pushed. Flash Lights With Lower On Off
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lower” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key fob
remote lower button is pressed twice. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lower feature
selected. Display Suspension Mes- sages All
Warning Only
Aero Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Automatic Aero Mode” feature is selected, the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on
the vehicle speed.
632 MULTIMEDIA

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the back
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. Pushing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.Pushing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM or
Media etc.).
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. The function of the left hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pushing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will
SEEK down for the next listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left-hand control
will tune to the next preset station that you have pro-
grammed in the radio preset button.
Media Mode
Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track
on the selected media (AUX/USB/Bluetooth/CD). Push-
ing the bottom of the switch once goes to the beginning of
the current track, or to the beginning of the previous track
if it is within eight seconds after the current track begins to
play.
Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Rearview Of Steering
Wheel)
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MULTIMEDIA 641

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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INDEX 683

New Vehicle Break-In Period..................299
Occupant Restraints ........................ .231
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............558, 559
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ...............431
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ...............431
Oil, Engine ........................... .499, 564
Capacity .............................. .563
Change Interval ........................ .499
Dipstick .............................. .497
Disposal .............................. .500
Filter ............................. .501, 564
Filter Disposal .......................... .500
Identification Logo ...................... .499
Materials Added To ...................... .500
Pressure Warning Light ....................181
Recommendation .....................499, 563
Synthetic ............................. .500
Viscosity ....................... .499, 500, 563
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .501
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .501
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .181
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................194
Operating Precautions ...................... .194Operator Manual
Owner’s Manual .......................5,678
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................62
Overheating, Engine ....................... .477
Paint Care ............................... .547
Panic Alarm ...............................21
Parking Brake ............................ .300
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .364
Passive Entry ..............................38
Pedals, Adjustable ...........................60
Personalized Main Menu .....................569
Pets ................................... .284
Pickup Box ........................... .134, 135
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........528
Power Distribution

Center (Fuses) ..............450, 454
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................63
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .........127, 130
Seats ..................................46
Side Steps ..............................37
Sliding Rear Window ......................98
Steering ............................ .63, 336
Sunroof ............................ .99, 102
688 INDEX

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