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Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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NOTE:

• A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven

more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

• Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either

indicator remains on and does not flash, or flashes at a

rapid rate.

5. Engine Coolant Temperature

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. The

gauge pointer will likely show higher temperatures when

driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or in heavy

stop and go traffic. If the red Warning Light turns on

while driving, safely bring the vehicle to a stop, and turn

off the engine. DO NOT operate the vehicle until the

cause is corrected.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes,
turn the engine off immediately and call an autho-
rized dealer for service.

WARNING!

A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer
for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to

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