2019 RAM 2500 3500 Owner's Manual
Year:
2019
Make:
RAM
Model:
2500 3500
Rating:
Table of Contents
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
18
VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED
18
KEYS
20
Key Fob
20
To Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
21
To Lock The Doors And Tailgate
21
Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock
21
Using The Panic Alarm
21
Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The Vehicle) — If Equipped
22
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With Remote Control
23
Programming Additional Key Fobs
26
General Information
26
IGNITION SWITCH
27
Keyless Push Button Ignition
27
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
29
How To Use Remote Start
29
Remote Start Abort Message
30
To Enter Remote Start Mode
30
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
31
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
31
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
31
General Information
31
SENTRY KEY
32
Key Programming
32
Replacement Keys
33
General Information
33
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
34
To Arm The System
34
To Disarm The System
34
Rearming Of The System
35
Security System Manual Override
35
DOORS
35
Manual Door Locks
35
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
37
Power Side Steps — If Equipped
37
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
38
General Information
40
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
41
Automatic Doors Unlock — If Equipped
41
Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — If Equipped
41
Child-Protection Door Lock
41
SEATS
42
Manual Front Seat Adjustment
43
Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
43
Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment
44
40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped
44
Manual Rear Seat Adjustment
44
Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped
45
Power Driver Seat Adjustment — If Equipped
45
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
46
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
46
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
46
Reclining The Seatback
46
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
47
Driver Memory Seats — If Equipped
47
Programming The Memory Feature
48
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory
48
Memory Position Recall
49
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
50
Heated Seats — If Equipped
51
Front Heated Seats
51
Rear Heated Seats
52
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
52
Front Ventilated Seats
52
HEAD RESTRAINTS
53
Front Head Restraints
54
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
55
Rear Head Restraint Removal
56
STEERING WHEEL
56
Tilt Steering Column
56
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
57
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED
58
MIRRORS
59
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
59
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
60
Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display — If Equipped
61
Outside Mirrors
61
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
62
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
62
Power Convex Mirror Switch — If Equipped
63
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped
64
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
65
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped
65
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard And Trailer Tow — If Equipped
66
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
67
Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped
68
“Slide-On-Rod” Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped
68
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
69
Multifunction Lever
69
Headlight Switch
69
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
70
High/Low Beam Switch
70
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped
70
To Activate
71
To Deactivate
71
Flash-To-Pass
71
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
71
Parking Lights And Panel Lights
72
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
72
Headlight Delay
72
Lights-On Reminder
72
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
73
Turn Signals
73
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped
73
Cargo Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped
74
Battery Saver
75
INTERIOR LIGHTS
75
Courtesy Lights
75
Courtesy/Reading Lights
76
Dimmer Control
77
Illuminated Entry
78
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
78
Windshield Wipers
78
Intermittent Wiper System
79
Windshield Washers
79
Mist Feature
80
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
80
CLIMATE CONTROLS
81
Climate Controls Without A Touchscreen Overview
81
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
82
Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Overview
85
Control Descriptions
86
Climate Control Functions
92
A/C (Air Conditioning)
92
Recirculation
92
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
93
Automatic Operation
93
Manual Operation Override
93
Operating Tips
93
Summer Operation
94
Winter Operation
94
Vacation/Storage
94
Window Fogging
94
Outside Air Intake
95
Cabin Air Filter
95
Operating Tips Chart
95
WINDOWS
96
Power Windows
96
Power Window Controls
96
Auto-Down
97
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped
97
Reset Auto-Up
97
Window Lockout Switch
98
Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
98
Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
99
Wind Buffeting
99
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
99
Single Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped
99
Opening Sunroof
100
Closing Sunroof
101
Wind Buffeting
101
Sunshade Operation
101
Pinch Protect Feature
101
Venting Sunroof — Express
102
Sunroof Maintenance
102
Ignition Off Operation
102
Relearn Procedure
102
HOOD
103
To Open The Hood
103
To Close The Hood
104
TAILGATE
104
Opening
104
Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped
104
Closing
105
Bed Step — If Equipped
105
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
106
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink
107
Programming A Rolling Code
108
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
109
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
110
Using HomeLink
112
Security
112
Troubleshooting Tips
112
General Information
112
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
113
Storage
113
Glove Compartment
113
Door Storage
114
Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped
115
Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped
118
Seatback Storage
119
Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped
119
Storage Bin (Regular Cab)
121
Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped
121
Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab)
124
Cupholders
124
Front Seat Cupholders
124
Rear Cupholders — If Equipped
125
Electrical Power Outlets
126
Power Inverter — If Equipped
128
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped
131
Overhead Sunglass Storage
132
PICKUP BOX
132
Cargo Camera — If Equipped
134
Turning Cargo Camera On Or Off — With Uconnect 4C/ 4C NAV
135
RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED
136
RamBox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins
136
Locking And Unlocking RamBox
138
RamBox Safety Warning
139
RamBox Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever — If Equipped
139
Bed Divider — If Equipped
140
Storage Position
140
Divider Position
142
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
144
SLIDE-IN CAMPERS
146
Camper Applications
146
EASY-OFF TAILGATE
146
Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote Keyless Entry
146
Removing The Tailgate
148
Locking Tailgate
148
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED
149
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal
149
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation
155
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning
161
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
162
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
162
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions
163
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
165
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions
166
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
167
Instrument Cluster Display Controls
167
Oil Life Reset
169
Display Menu Items
171
Speedometer
171
Vehicle Info
171
Driver Assist — If Equipped
171
Fuel Economy
172
Trip A/Trip B
173
Trailer Tow
173
Audio
173
Stored Messages
174
Screen Setup Menu Item
174
Commercial Settings — If Equipped
179
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
179
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
181
Red Warning Lights
181
— Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
181
— Air Bag Warning Light
182
— Brake Warning Light
182
— Hood Open Warning Light
183
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
183
— Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
183
— Battery Charge Warning Light
184
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
184
— Oil Temperature Warning Light
184
— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
184
— Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light
185
— Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light
185
— Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped
185
— Door Open Warning Light
185
Yellow Warning Lights
186
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light — If Equipped
186
— Air Suspension Fault Warning Light — If Equipped
186
— Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
186
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped
187
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning Light — If Equipped
187
— Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped
187
— Low Fuel Warning Light
188
— Low Coolant Level Warning Light
188
— Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
188
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
189
— Rear Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped
190
— Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light — If Equipped
190
— Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
190
— Speed Control Fault Warning Light
190
— Sway Bar Fault Warning Light
190
Yellow Indicator Lights
190
— Forward Collision Warning Off Indicator Light — If Equipped
190
— Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light — If Equipped
190
— TOW/HAUL Indicator Light
191
— Cargo Light — If Equipped
191
— Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped
191
— Snowplow Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped
191
/ — Air Suspension Alternate Trailer Height Indicator Light— If Equipped
191
/ — Air Suspension Bed Lowering Mode Indicator Light— If Equipped
191
/ — Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light— If Equipped
191
/ — Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light— If Equipped
191
— Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
191
— Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
191
— 4WD Lock Indicator Light
192
— 4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
192
— 4WD High Indicator Light — If Equipped
192
— NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped
192
Green Indicator Lights
192
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light — If Equipped
192
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator Light — If Equipped
192
— ECO Mode Indicator Light
193
— Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
193
— Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
193
— Turn Signal Indicator Lights
193
— Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped
193
White Indicator Lights
193
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped
193
— Cruise Control Ready Indicator
194
— Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
194
Blue Indicator Lights
194
— High Beam Indicator Light
194
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
194
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
195
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
195
SAFETY
197
SAFETY FEATURES
197
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
197
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
198
Electronic Brake Control System
198
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
199
Brake System Warning Light
199
Brake Assist System (BAS)
199
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
200
Towing With HSA
201
Disabling And Enabling HSA
201
Traction Control System (TCS)
202
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
202
ESC Operating Modes
204
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light
206
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
206
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
207
Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped
208
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
210
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped
210
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
215
Modes Of Operation
216
General Information
217
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation — If Equipped
218
Turning FCW On or Off
219
FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity
220
FCW Limited Warning
221
Service FCW Warning
221
General Information
221
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
222
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
224
Service TPMS Warning
225
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TTPMS)
227
Tire Fill Alert
229
Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA)
230
Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) 3500 Series Trucks
231
General Information
232
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
232
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
232
Important Safety Precautions
232
Seat Belt Systems
233
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
234
Lap/Shoulder Belts
235
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
237
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
239
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
239
First Row Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions (Regular Cab Only)
240
First Row Center Lap Belt Operating Instructions — If Equipped
243
Seat Belt Extender
243
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
244
Seat Belt Pretensioner
244
Energy Management Feature
244
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) — If Equipped
245
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
247
Air Bag System Components
247
Air Bag Warning Light
247
Front Air Bags
249
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features
249
Front Air Bag Operation
251
Knee Impact Bolsters
251
Supplemental Side Air Bags
252
Air Bag System Components
256
If A Deployment Occurs
256
Enhanced Accident Response System
257
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
258
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
258
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
259
Child Restraints
260
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
261
Infant And Child Restraints
262
Older Children And Child Restraints
263
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
264
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
265
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
266
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
267
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
271
Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages
271
Center Seat LATCH
273
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
274
How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
275
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
276
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
277
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
279
Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped:
280
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage
281
Transporting Pets
288
SAFETY TIPS
288
Transporting Passengers
288
Exhaust Gas
288
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
289
Seat Belts
289
Air Bag Warning Light
289
Defroster
289
Floor Mat Safety Information
290
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
291
Tires
291
Lights
291
Door Latches
291
Fluid Leaks
291
STARTING AND OPERATING
292
STARTING THE ENGINE
292
Automatic Transmission
293
Tip Start Feature
293
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition
293
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button
294
AutoPark — Rotary Shifter and 8-Speed Transmission Only
295
If Engine Fails To Start
297
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)
298
After Starting
298
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
299
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
299
PARKING BRAKE
300
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
301
Ignition Park Interlock
303
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
303
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
303
Gear Ranges
304
Transmission Limp Home Mode
308
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation — Eight-Speed Transmission
309
When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode
310
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
310
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED
311
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped
311
Shifting Procedure
314
2WD To 4WD HIGH
314
2WD Or 4WD HIGH To 4WD LOW
315
Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped
316
Two-Wheel Drive High Range (2H)
317
Four-Wheel Drive High Range (4H)
317
Neutral (N)
318
Four-Wheel Drive Low Range (4L)
318
Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted Transfer Case
318
2H To 4H
318
2H Or 4H To 4L
318
Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
319
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (2500/3500 MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED
319
Description
319
Air Suspension Modes
320
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
322
Operation
322
AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER WAGON MODELS ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)
322
STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER WAGON ONLY
324
SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER WAGON ONLY
326
Off-Road Driving Tips And Vehicle Characteristics
326
Skid Plates And Underbody Protection
326
Ramp Travel Index (RTI)
326
Water Fording Characteristics
327
Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation
327
The Basics Of Off-Road Driving
327
When To Use Low Range
328
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
328
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
329
Using A Spotter
329
Crossing Large Rocks
330
Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch, Washout Or Rut
330
Crossing Logs
330
Getting High Centered
331
Hill Climbing
331
Driving Through Water
333
Airing Down For Off-Road Driving
334
Vehicle Recovery
335
After Driving Off-Road
338
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
339
WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)
339
Things To Know Before Using Your Winch
339
General Winch Information
339
Tensioning The Winch Rope
340
Low Voltage Interrupt
340
Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
341
Winch Accessories
343
Operating Your Winch
343
General Information
344
Vehicle Recovery Using The Winch
345
Rigging Techniques
354
How To Change The Pulling Direction
354
Increasing Pulling Power
355
Double Line
355
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — IF EQUIPPED
356
SPEED CONTROL
356
To Activate
357
To Set A Desired Speed
357
To Vary The Speed Setting
357
To Accelerate For Passing
358
Using Speed Control On Hills
358
To Resume Speed
359
To Deactivate
359
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED
359
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
361
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
362
To Activate/Deactivate
362
To Set A Desired ACC Speed
363
To Cancel
364
To Turn Off
364
To Resume
364
To Vary The Speed Setting
365
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
366
Overtake Aid
369
ACC Operation At Stop
369
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
370
Display Warnings And Maintenance
371
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
371
“Clean Front Windshield” Warning
372
Service ACC/FCW Warning
373
Precautions While Driving With ACC
373
Cleaning Instructions
374
Towing A Trailer
374
Offset Driving
374
Turns And Bends
375
Using ACC On Hills
375
Lane Changing
376
Narrow Vehicles
376
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
377
General Information
377
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode
378
To Set A Desired Speed
378
To Vary The Speed Setting
378
To Cancel
380
To Resume Speed
380
To Turn Off
380
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
381
ParkSense Sensors
381
ParkSense Warning Display
382
ParkSense Display
382
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
387
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
387
Cleaning The ParkSense System
388
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
388
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST
389
ParkSense Sensors
390
ParkSense Warning Display
390
ParkSense Display
391
Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear ParkSense
396
Service The ParkSense Front/Rear Park Assist System
396
Cleaning The ParkSense System
397
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
397
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
399
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
403
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GAS ENGINE
410
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
412
VEHICLE LOADING
412
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
412
Payload
412
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
412
Tire Size
412
Rim Size
412
Inflation Pressure
412
Curb Weight
413
Loading
413
TRAILER TOWING
413
Common Towing Definitions
414
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
414
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
414
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
414
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
414
Tongue Weight (TW)
415
Trailer Frontal Area
415
Trailer Sway Control
415
Weight-Carrying Hitch
415
Weight-Distributing Hitch
415
Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment
417
Fifth-Wheel Hitch
419
Gooseneck Hitch
419
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight
419
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
420
Trailer And Tongue Weight
420
Towing Requirements
420
Towing Requirements — Tires
422
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
422
Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped
423
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
426
Towing Tips
428
Automatic Transmission
428
Tow/Haul Mode
428
Speed Control — If Equipped
428
Cooling System
428
Air Suspension System
429
SNOWPLOW
429
2500/3500 Models Only
429
Before Plowing
429
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
430
Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
431
Operating Tips
431
General Maintenance
431
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
432
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
432
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
433
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
434
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
435
Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N)
437
DRIVING TIPS
438
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
438
Acceleration
438
Driving Through Water
439
Flowing/Rising Water
439
Shallow Standing Water
439
Off-Road Driving Tips
440
After Driving Off-Road
441
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
442
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
442
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
443
BULB REPLACEMENT
448
Replacement Bulbs
448
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
449
Base Quad: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn — If Equipped
449
Fog Lamps — If Equipped
453
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
454
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With Cargo Lamp
455
Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped
457
Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped
458
Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped
459
FUSES
459
Power Distribution Center
460
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
471
Jack Location
472
Removal Of Jack And Tools
472
Removing The Spare Tire
475
Preparations For Jacking
478
Jacking Instructions
479
To Stow The Flat Or Spare
485
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools
487
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped
489
JUMP STARTING
490
Preparations For Jump Start
491
Jump Starting Procedure
492
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED TRANSMISSION
494
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
495
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
496
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
497
Two-Wheel Drive Models
499
Four-Wheel Drive Models
499
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped
500
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
500
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
500
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
501
SCHEDULED SERVICING
501
Maintenance Plan
502
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle
505
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
506
6.4L Engine
506
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine
507
Adding Washer Fluid
507
Maintenance-Free Battery
508
DEALER SERVICE
508
Engine Oil — Gas Engine
509
Change Engine Oil
509
Engine Oil Selection — 6.4L
509
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
509
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 6.4L Engine
510
Synthetic Engine Oils
510
Materials Added To Engine Oil
510
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
510
Engine Oil Filter
511
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
511
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection And Replacement
512
Air Conditioner Maintenance
513
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a — If Equipped
514
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
514
Cabin Filter Replacement (A/C Air Filter)
514
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
518
Body Lubrication
519
Windshield Wiper Blades
519
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
520
Exhaust System
522
Cooling System
524
Engine Coolant Checks
524
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
525
Selection Of Coolant
525
Adding Coolant
526
Cooling System Pressure Cap
527
Disposal Of Used Coolant
527
Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine
527
Points To Remember
528
Brake System
529
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
529
Automatic Transmission
530
Selection Of Lubricant
530
Special Additives
530
Fluid Level Check — Eight-Speed Transmission
531
Fluid And Filter Changes — Eight-Speed Transmission
531
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
531
Lubricant Selection
532
Drain And Refill
532
Transfer Case
532
Selection Of Lubricant
532
Fluid Level Check
532
Drain And Refill
532
HOISTING
533
TIRES
533
Tire Safety Information
533
Tire Markings
533
Tire Sizing Chart
535
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
537
Tire Terminology And Definitions
538
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
539
Loading
540
Tires — General Information
543
Tire Pressure
543
Tire Inflation Pressures
544
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
545
Radial Ply Tires
545
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
546
Tire Spinning
546
Tread Wear Indicators
547
Life Of Tire
547
Replacement Tires
548
Tire Types
549
All Season Tires — If Equipped
549
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
549
Snow Tires
550
Spare Tires — If Equipped
550
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
550
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
551
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
551
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
552
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
552
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
553
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
554
Tire Rotation Recommendations
555
Dual Rear Wheels — If Equipped
556
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
557
Treadwear
558
Traction Grades
558
Temperature Grades
558
STORING THE VEHICLE
559
BODYWORK
559
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
559
What Causes Corrosion?
559
Body And Underbody Maintenance
560
Cleaning Headlights
560
Tri-Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Care
560
Preserving The Bodywork
560
Washing
560
Bumper Care
561
Special Care
561
Spray-On Bedliner – If Equipped
562
INTERIORS
563
Seats And Fabric Parts
563
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped
563
Seat Belt Maintenance
564
Plastic And Coated Parts
564
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
564
Leather Parts
565
Glass Surfaces
565
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
566
IDENTIFICATION DATA
566
Vehicle Identification Number
566
BRAKE SYSTEM
567
Hydraulic Brake Assist — 2500/3500 Models Only (Except Power Wagon)
567
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
567
Torque Specifications
567
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
569
6.4L Engine
569
Reformulated Gasoline
570
Materials Added To Fuel
570
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
570
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
571
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
571
MMT In Gasoline
571
Fuel System Cautions
572
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
572
FLUID CAPACITIES
573
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
574
Engine
574
Chassis
576
MULTIMEDIA
577
UCONNECT SYSTEMS
577
DRAG & DROP MENU BAR
577
CYBERSECURITY
578
UCONNECT SETTINGS
580
Uconnect 3 Settings
580
Display
581
Units — If Equipped
581
Voice
582
Clock
582
Safety/Assistance
583
Lights
586
Doors & Locks
587
Power Side Steps — If Equipped
589
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
590
Engine Off Options
590
Suspension — If Equipped
591
Trailer Brake
592
Audio
592
Compass Settings — If Equipped
594
Phone/Bluetooth
596
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
596
Restore Default Settings
597
Clear Personal Data
598
System Information
598
Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings
599
Language
600
Display
600
Units
602
Voice
603
Clock
603
Camera
604
Safety & Driving Assistance
606
Mirrors & Wipers
610
Lights
611
Doors & Locks
612
Power Side Steps — If Equipped
615
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
615
Engine Off Options
616
Air Suspension — If Equipped
617
Trailer Brake
618
Audio
618
Phone/Bluetooth Settings
620
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
620
Restore Default Settings
622
System Information
622
Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Settings
623
Language
624
Display
624
Units — If Equipped
626
Voice
626
Clock
627
Camera
627
Safety & Driving Assistance
630
Mirrors & Wipers
631
Lights
632
Doors & Locks
633
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
635
Engine Off Options
636
Suspension — If Equipped
637
Trailer Brake
638
Audio
639
Bluetooth
640
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
641
Reset
643
System Information
643
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED
644
Radio Operation
644
Media Mode
644
IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
645
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
649
Regulatory And Safety Information
650
VOICE COMMANDS
651
Introducing Uconnect
651
Get Started
651
Basic Voice Commands
652
Radio
654
Media
656
Phone
658
Voice Text Reply — If Equipped
660
Climate (4C/4C NAV)
662
Navigation (4C NAV)
663
SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV) — If Equipped
665
Register (4C/4C NAV)
666
Mobile App (4C/4C NAV)
666
SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV)
667
Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
668
Using Do Not Disturb
670
Android Auto — If Equipped
670
Apple CarPlay — If Equipped
672
General Information
673
Additional Information
674
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
674
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
675
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
675
Prepare For The Appointment
675
Prepare A List
675
Be Reasonable With Requests
675
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
675
FCA US LLC Customer Center
676
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
676
In Mexico Contact
676
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
676
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
677
Service Contract
677
WARRANTY INFORMATION
678
MOPAR PARTS
678
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
678
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
678
In Canada
679
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
679
INDEX
680
2019 RAM 2500 3500 Overview
Introduction
The 2019 RAM 2500 and 3500 models signify a robust evolution in the lineup of heavy-duty trucks. Renowned for their unwavering performance, these vehicles combine supreme capability with a touch of luxury, making them an ideal choice for both work and play. Whether you're hauling heavy loads or cruising down the highway, the RAM 2500 and 3500 are engineered to meet a range of tough demands while ensuring maximum comfort for the driver and passengers alike.
Powertrains
The 2019 RAM 2500 and 3500 offer an impressive selection of powertrains that enhance their rugged reputation. The standard engine on the 2500 is a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 that delivers 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, perfect for heavy towing. Alternatively, owners can opt for a 6.7-liter Cummins turbo-diesel inline-six engine producing a staggering 370 horsepower and a whopping 800 lb-ft of torque, which is particularly favored for its towing capacity. The 3500 model boasts even higher towing capabilities, reaching up to 35,100 pounds when equipped with the right configurations, thanks to its advanced suspension and reinforced frame design.
Trims
The 2019 RAM 2500 and 3500 come in multiple trims, catering to various preferences and needs. The available trims include the Work Truck (WT), Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, and the luxurious Limited model. Each trim offers a unique blend of features, from utilitarian to high-end finishes, ensuring that there’s a model suited for every type of driver.
Features
Both models come loaded with an array of modern features aimed at enhancing comfort, convenience, and safety. High-quality materials adorn the interior, with options for leather upholstery and advanced infotainment systems, including an available 12-inch touchscreen. Safety technologies abound, with features like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring, making these trucks not just powerful but also secure for everyday use.
Owners Manual
The owners manual for the 2019 RAM 2500 and 3500 serves as an essential guide for new owners, providing detailed insights into vehicle features, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It ensures that drivers can maximize their experience with the truck while maintaining optimal safety and performance over the years.
User manual download
The RAM 2500 3500 owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2019 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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