2021 RAM 1500 tow

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE75
(Continued)

Power Outlet Fuse Locations

When the vehicle is turned off, be sure to
unplug any equipment as to not drain the
battery of the vehicle. All accessories connected
to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off
when the vehicle is not in use to protect the
battery against discharge.POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED
A 115 Volt (400 Watts Maximum) inverter may
be located inside the center console towards
the right hand side. This inverter can power
cellular phones, electronics and other low
power devices requiring power up to 400 Watts.
Certain high-end video game consoles exceed
this power limit, as will most power tools.

Center Console Power Inverter Outlet
1 — F54 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Battery
Fed Position
2 — F54 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Ignition
Fed Position
3 — F48 Fuse 10 A Red Port Power or Rear USB
(Charge Only)
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Only devices designed for use in this type of
outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt
outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while
driving the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
CAUTION!
Many accessories that can be plugged in
draw power from the vehicle's battery, even
when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the
vehicle's battery will discharge sufficiently
to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e.,
coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will
discharge the battery even more quickly.
Only use these intermittently and with
greater caution.
After the use of high power draw accesso -
ries, or long periods of the vehicle not being
started (with accessories still plugged in),
the vehicle must be driven a sufficient
length of time to allow the generator to
recharge the vehicle's battery.
CAUTION! (Continued)
2

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 75

90GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
(Continued)

Bed Step (Extended)

To stow the bed step back under the tailgate,
push the bed step forward with your foot until
the bed step is retracted by the spring load.
PICKUP BOX
The pickup box has many features designed for
utility and convenience.

Pick Up Box Features

NOTE:
If you are installing a Toolbox, Ladder Rack or
Headache Rack at the front of the Pickup Box,
you must use Mopar Box Reinforcement
Brackets that are available from an authorized
dealer. You can carry wide building materials (sheets of
plywood, etc.) by building a raised load floor.
Place lumber across the box in the indentations
provided above the wheel housings and in the
bulkhead dividers to form the floor.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to stow the bed step with your
hands. The low clearance space between the
bed step and the rear bumper as the bed step
returns to the stowed position could result in
injury to your hands or fingers.
1 — Upper Load Floor Indents
2 — Bulk Head Dividers
3 — Cleats
WARNING!
The pickup box is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who
should sit in seats and use seat belts.
Care should always be exercised when
operating a vehicle with unrestrained
cargo. Vehicle speeds may need to be
reduced. Severe turns or rough roads may
cause shifting or bouncing of the cargo that
may result in vehicle damage. If wide
building materials are to be frequently
carried, the installation of a support is
recommended. This will restrain the cargo
and transfer the load to the pickup box
floor.

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 90

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE97
SLIDE-IN CAMPERS
CAMPER APPLICATIONS
Certain truck models are not recommended for
slide-in campers. To determine if your vehicle is
excluded, please refer to the “Consumer
Information Truck-Camper Loading” document
available online at ramtrucks.com. For safety
reasons, follow all instructions in this
document.
NOTE:
When a cap or pickup camper is installed on a
vehicle, an alternate Center High Mounted Stop
Light (CHMSL) must be provided.
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED
The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover can be installed on
the truck bed to protect your gear and cargo.
TONNEAU COVER COMPONENTS

Folded Tonneau Components Tonneau Cover Latch Components

WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is
deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles
equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers”
should extend beyond the overhanging
camper compartment and be free of leaks.
1 – Stowage Strap
2 – Tonneau Bumper Folded
1 — Handle
2 — Slide Locking Lever
3 — Locating Bumper
4 — Truck Flange Bead
5 — Latch Bumper
6 — J Hook
2

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 97

98GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Position One (Front Latches Latched And Stowage
Straps Secured)
Position Two (Front And Rear Latches Latched)

TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER FOLDING
F
OR DRIVING OR REMOVAL
To remove the Tonneau Cover use the following
steps:

1. Open the tailgate to access the rear pair of
Tonneau Cover latches located on the
underside of the Cover.

Location Of Rear Latches Slide Locking Lever Inward

2. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the truck bed to release the J Hook and pull
the handle downward into the released
position.

Unlatching Latch

1 — Panel 1
2 — Panel 2
3 — Panel 3

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 98

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE99

Released Position
Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up

3. Holding the bumper, push the fully released latch to the center and push up. Push the
handle firmly, locking it into the stowed
position. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the
opposite side latch.
Stowed Position
Lift Panel 3 And Fold Onto Panel 2

4. Lift up on Panel 3 and fold it onto Panel 2.
Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together

NOTE:
When folding the second and third panels, the
sections MUST be held together to avoid
damage to the cover material. Fold the panel
gently. Do not allow the panels to drop under
their own weight.

Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage

2

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 99

100GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
5. Lift up on the second and third panel and
fold them onto the first panel.

Stowage Strap Clipped

6. Unsnap the stowage strap and clip. Repeat for both straps to prevent the tonneau cover
panels from unfolding.

Position One (Front Latches Latched And Stowage Straps Secured)
NOTE:
Be sure the Tonneau Cover has been folded
completely, and the stowage straps are
engaged, before removing.

Fully Folded Tonneau Cover

NOTE:
The vehicle can be driven with the tonneau in
the folded position or can be completely
removed.
Slide Locking Lever Inward

7. Slide the locking lever toward the inside of the truck bed to release the J Hook and pull
the handle downward into the released
position.

Unlatching Latch

CAUTION!
The folded tonneau cover must be latched by
both front latches and both front stowage
straps or damage to the tonneau cover or
vehicle may occur. Damage could occur while
driving.

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 100

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE101

Released Position
Hold The Bumper And Push The Handle Up

8. Holding the bumper, push the fully released latch to the center and push up. Push the
handle firmly, locking it into the stowed
position. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 for the
opposite side latch.
9. With two people, remove the cover.
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER
I
NSTALLATION
To install the Tonneau Cover follow these steps:

1. Position the Tonneau Cover on the truck
bed and center using the locating
bumpers.

2. Locate the front pair of Tonneau Cover latches on the underside of the Cover. Slide
the locking lever toward the inside of the
truck bed and release the latch from the
stowed position, and pull the handle
downward into the released position. Do
this for both the left and right side.

Location of Front Latches Slide Locking Lever Towards Inside Of Truck
Unlatching Latch

2

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 101

102GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Released Position

3. Swing the J Hook from the handle and push the handle to the center and up, ensuring
that the J Hook is under the truck flange.
Push up on the handle firmly, locking it into
the latched position.

J Hook Under Truck Flange
NOTE:
Make sure the bumper is in front of the truck
flange bead.

Pull Handle Downward

4. Pull down on the handle to ensure the Slide Locking Lever is fully engaged. Do this for
both the left and right side.
5. Unclip the stowage straps, and re-snap them to the bow.
6. Unfold the Tonneau Cover to the second panel position.
Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage

NOTE:
When folding the second and third panels, the
sections MUST be held together to avoid
damage to the cover material. Fold the panel
gently. Do not allow the panels to drop under
their own weight.

Second Panel Position

1 — Front Of Truck
2 — J Hook

21_DT_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 102