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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 331

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent

damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other

equipmentdesigned for this purpose, following equipment

per FCA US LLC instructions. Use of safety chains is

mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to

main structural members of the vehicle, not to fascia/

bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws

regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.

TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODELS

FCA US LLC recommends towing your vehicle with all four

wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE MODELS

FCA US LLC recommends towing with all wheels OFF the

ground.

If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission

is operable, the vehicle may be towed (with front wheels

on the ground) under the following conditions:

CAUTION!

 Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if the

remaining wheels are on the ground). Internal

damage to the transmission or transfer case will

occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.

 The transmission must be in NEUTRAL (N). Instructions

on shifting the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) when the

engine is OFF Ú page 328.

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)

while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN

mode, not the ACC mode.

 The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).

 Towing this vehicle in violation of the approved

requirements can cause severe transmission and/or

transfer case damage. Damage from improper

towing is not covered under the New Vehicle

Limited Warranty.

If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's battery is

discharged, find Instructions on shifting the transmission

out of PARK in order to move the vehicle Ú page 328.

 The towing distance must not exceed 30 miles

(48 km).

If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be

towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) and farther than

30 miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the

ground. An acceptable method to tow the vehicle on a

flatbed are as follows:

CAUTION!

 Do not use sling type equipment when towing.

Vehicle damage may occur.

 When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not

attach to front or rear suspension components.

Damage to your vehicle may result from improper

towing.

 Using a suitable steering wheel stabilizer to hold the

front wheels in the straight position with the rear

wheels raised and the front wheels ON the ground.

CAUTION!

Towing this vehicle in violation of the approved

requirements can cause severe transmission damage.

Damage from improper towing is not covered under the

New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

332 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS —

IF EQUIPPED

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS)

WARNING!

 Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains

may break, causing serious injury or death.

Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow hooks.

This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident

Response System.

 Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.

Tow straps may become disengaged, causing

serious injury.

This feature is a communication network that takes effect

in the event of an impact Ú page 297.

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)

CAUTION!

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder

(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that

will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems

performed under certain crash or near crash-like

situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road

obstacle Ú page 298.

Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a

vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow

truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your

vehicle.

Emergency Tow Hooks

NOTE:

For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the

front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the

vehicle.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

An authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator

message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a

scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than

an authorized dealer, the message can be reset by

referring to the steps described under Instrument Cluster

Display Ú page 98.

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:

SCHEDULED SERVICING

 Check engine oil level.

Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change

indicator system. The oil change indicator system will

remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for

scheduled maintenance.

 Check windshield washer fluid level.

 Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or

damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular

wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system

turns on.

NOTE:

Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change

indicator message will illuminate. This means that service

is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as

frequent short-trips, trailer tow, and extremely hot or cold

ambient temperatures will influencewhen the “Oil Change

Required” message is displayed. Have your vehicle

serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles

(805 km).

Under no circumstances should oil change intervals

exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), 12 months or

350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.

The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only

a concern for fleet customers.

 Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake

master cylinder, and fill as needed.

 Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

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MAINTENANCE PLAN

Refer to the Maintenance Plan for required maintenance. More frequent maintenance may be needed in severe conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. In some

extreme conditions, additional maintenance not specified in the maintenance schedule may be required.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

 Change the oil and filter.

 Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.

 Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.

 Inspect the CV/Universal joints.

 Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses.

 Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses.

 Inspect the exhaust system.

 Inspect the engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace the engine air cleaner, as necessary.

 Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions.

NOTE:

Using white lithium grease, lubricate the door hinge roller pivot joints twice a year to prevent premature wear.

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE -> Scheduled Maintenance for Your Ram Pickup 1500 Light Truck 2023

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