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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTINGAND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A Message From DaimlerChrysler Corporation . . . 4 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 VanConversions/Campers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented bya Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the newowner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in your satisfaction.

WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defectsor other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. A MESSAGE FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Cummins welcome you as a new Dodge Ram Cummins Turbo Dieselpowered truck owner.INTRODUCTION 5

Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in the United States are diesel powered because of the fuel economy, rugged durability, and high torque which permits pulling heavy loads. Cummins engines power well over half of these trucks. Now this same technology and proven performance is yours in your new Dodge Ram truck equipped with the Cummins 5.9 liter, Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled,Diesel engine. Your diesel truck will sound, feel, drive, and operate differently from a gasoline-powered truck. It is important that you read and understand this manual. You may find that some of the starting, operating, and maintenance procedures are different. However, they are simple to follow and careful adherence to them will ensure that you take full advantage of the features of this...