2019 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab tow

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STEERING WHEEL ......................................................... 53
Tilt Steering Column ................................................... 53
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ..................... 54
 DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ..... 55
 MIRRORS ............................................................................ 56
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ................. 56
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped ............ 57
Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera
Display — If Equipped ................................................ 58
Outside Mirrors ............................................................ 58
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If
Equipped......................................................................... 59
Power Mirrors — If Equipped .................................... 59
Power Convex Mirror Switch — If Equipped ........... 60
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ..................... 61
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ................................. 62
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .............. 62
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And
Trailer Tow — If Equipped .......................................... 63
Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ................ 65 
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..........................................................66
Multifunction Lever ......................................................66
Headlight Switch ...........................................................66
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped .....67
High/Low Beam Switch ...............................................67
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped .........................................................................67
Flash-To-Pass ................................................................68
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................68
Parking Lights And Panel Lights ................................69
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)........................................69
Headlight Delay .............................................................69
Lights-On Reminder......................................................69
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .................................70
Turn Signals ................................................................70
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............................70
Cargo Lights — If Equipped ........................................71
Battery Saver...................................................................71
 INTERIOR LIGHTS ............................................................72
Courtesy Lights ..............................................................72
Illuminated Entry ..........................................................74
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ....................74
Windshield Wipers ......................................................74
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .........................76

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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ................................................................... 309
ParkSense Sensors ....................................................... 310
ParkSense Warning Display ...................................... 310
ParkSense Display ....................................................... 310
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .......................... 315
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System..... 315
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................... 316
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ...................... 316
 PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST ..... 317
ParkSense Sensors ....................................................... 318
ParkSense Warning Display ...................................... 318
ParkSense Display ....................................................... 318
Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear
ParkSense ...................................................................... 323
Service The ParkSense Front/Rear Park Assist
System ........................................................................... 324
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................... 324
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ...................... 324
 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ................. 326
 SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ................................................................... 330
 REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GAS ........................... 336
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................................. 337 
VEHICLE LOADING .....................................................337
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ....................337
Payload..........................................................................338
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)..........................338
Tire Size .........................................................................338
Rim Size.........................................................................338
Inflation Pressure .........................................................338
Curb Weight .................................................................338
Loading .........................................................................338
 TRAILER TOWING ........................................................339
Common Towing Definitions ....................................339

Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight ...... 344

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings) ......................................................................345
Trailer And Tongue Weight ......................................345
Towing Requirements ................................................346
Towing Tips .................................................................353
 SNOWPLOW .................................................................... 355
2500/3500 Models Only..............................................355
 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.) ...................................................................................358
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ........358

Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models .... 359

Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive
Models ...........................................................................359

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DRIVING TIPS................................................................... 363
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................................... 363
Driving Through Water ............................................. 364
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............................. 366
 ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............. 366
 BULB REPLACEMENT .................................................. 371
Replacement Bulbs ..................................................... 371
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ............................................ 373
 FUSES.................................................................................. 380
Power Distribution Center ......................................... 381
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......................... 390
4500/5500 Models ....................................................... 391
Preparations For Jacking ............................................ 391
Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series............... 392
To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped .......... 396
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped .............. 397
 JUMP STARTING ............................................................ 398
Preparations For Jump Start ...................................... 399
Jump Starting Procedure ............................................ 400
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .................................. 401
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE — 6–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .............................................................. 402 
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ...............................................................403
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......................................405
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...............................406
Two-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 407
Four-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 408
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped....................408
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................409
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)................................. 409
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ............................................410
Maintenance Plan ........................................................411
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...............................414
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................................... 415
6.4L Engine ..................................................................415
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........................416
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................416
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................................... 417

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5. Replace the battery by pushing the new battery down onan angle toward the top edge of the opening. Then, push
down on the remainder of the battery to lock into place.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
6. To assemble the key fob case, line up the top edge of the back cover with the top of the fob, and press the edges
into the interlocking hinges until all edges snap together
with no large visual gaps.
NOTE:
The key fob battery should only be replaced by qualified
technicians. If the battery requires replacement, see an
authorized dealer. Alternative Back Cover Removal Method:
The back cover of the key fob can also be removed by
inserting the emergency key into the left or right side open
slots, and twisting to pop off the cover.
Alternate Key Fob Back Cover Removal Method
NOTE:
The key fob battery should only be replaced by qualified
technicians. If the battery requires replacement, see an
authorized dealer.

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To adjust the head restraint forward, pull the top of the head
restraint toward the front of the vehicle as desired and
release. To adjust the head restraint rearward, pull the top of
the head restraint to the forward most position and release.
The head restraint will return to the rear most position.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench seat, the center
head restraint is not adjustable or removable.
Two-Way Head Restraints — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with front two-way driver
and passenger head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment
button, located at the base of head restraint, and push down-
ward on the head restraint. Head Restraint Adjustment Button
NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed by qualified
technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head
restraints require removal, see an authorized dealer.
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Rear Head Restraint Removal
To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment button
and the release button while pulling upward on the whole
assembly. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head
restraint posts into the holes and adjust it to the appropriate
height.
NOTE:
To remove outboard restraints, the rear seat bottom must be
folded up.
STEERING WHEEL
Tilt Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or
downward. The tilt lever is located on the steering column,
below the multifunction lever.
Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the
steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering
wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired.
Release the lever to lock the steering column firmly in place.Tilt Steering Lever
WARNING!
• A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occu -
pants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed
head restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.
• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat.
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DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED
The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater
range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat posi-
tion. This feature allows the brake and accelerator pedals to
move toward or away from the driver to provide improved
position with the steering wheel.
The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of the
steering column.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
• The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
• The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Speed Control System is on. The
following messages will appear on vehicles equipped with
an instrument cluster display if the pedals are attempted to
be adjusted when the system is locked out: “Adjustable
Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjust -
able Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”.
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NOTE:
• Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows fullpedal travel.
• Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position.
• For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your remote keyless entry key fob or the memory
switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the adjust -
able pedals to pre-programmed positions. Refer to “Driver
Memory Seat” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for
further information.MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for
various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on
the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by
moving the small control under the mirror to the night posi -
tion (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be
adjusted while set in the day position (toward the wind -
shield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or
impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the
pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable
pedal's path.