RAM Ram 3500 2012 User manual

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Chassis Cab
2012 Ram 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab
SPECIFICATIONS
All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted.
All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.
NOTE: Information shown is correct at time of publication and is subject to change. Typical 2012 Ram 3500 Crew Cab Chassis Cab.
Some unique exceptions showing 4500 and 5500 complexity are included.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Body Style
Chassis Cab: Regular Cab and Crew Cab
Assembly Plant
Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
EPA Vehicle Class
Medium Heavy Duty
Introduction
2011 Model Year
ENGINE: 5.7-LITER HEMI®V-8
Availability
Standard on 3500
Type and Description
Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve
timing (VVT)
Displacement
343 cu. in. (5654 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke
3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)
Valve System
Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with
roller followers
Fuel Injection
Sequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless
Construction
Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps,
aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio
9.6:1
Power (SAE net)
383 hp (286 kW) @ 5,600 rpm
Torque (SAE net)
400 lb.-ft. (542 N•m) @ 4,000 rpm
Maximum Engine Speed
5,800 rpm
Fuel Requirement
Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended
Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable
Oil Capacity
7.0 qt. (6.6L)
Coolant Capacity
18.7 qt. (17.7L)
Emission Control
Dual three-way catalytic converters, internal engine features with
knock sensors

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ENGINE: 6.7-LITER HIGH OUTPUT CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL I-6
Availability
Optional on 3500, Standard on 4500 and 5500
Type and Description
Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement
408 cu. in. (6690 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke
4.21 x 4.88 (107 mm x 124 mm)
Valve System
OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters
Fuel Injection
Electronic high-pressure common rail
Construction
Cast-iron block and head
Compression Ratio
17.3:1
Power (SAE net)
305 hp (227 kW) @ 2,900 rpm
Torque (SAE net)
610 lb.-ft. (827 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm
Maximum Engine Speed
3,500 rpm
Fuel Requirement
Ultra-low sulfur diesel
Oil Capacity
(Low ash req.) 12.0 qt. (11.3L) with filter
Coolant Capacity
32.7 qt. (30.9L)
Emission Controls
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator
Availability
Standard — Gas 3500
Rating
160-amp
Battery
Maintenance-free, 750 CCA
Availability
Standard — 3500, Optional — Gas 3500, Standard 4500 and 5500
Rating
180-amp
Battery
Maintenance-free, 750 CCA
Availability
Optional — Diesel 3500, 4500 and 5500
Rating
220-amp
Battery
Maintenance-free, 750 CCA
Battery
Availability
Standard — Gas 3500
Description
Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA
Availability
Optional — Diesel 3500, Standard — 4500 and 5500
Description
Dual, Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA

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TRANSMISSION: 66RFE-AUTOMATIC SIX-SPEED
Availability
Standard — 5.7-liter engine 3500
Description
Planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control,
electronically controlled converter clutch
Gear Ratios
1st
3.23
2nd
1.84 — upshift; 1.50 — kickdown
3rd
1.41
4th
1.00
5th
0.82
6th
.63
Reverse
4.44
Final Drive
2.58 with 4.10 axle ratio
TRANSMISSION: G56-MANUAL SIX-SPEED OVERDRIVE
Availability
Standard — Diesel 3500, Standard 4500 and 5500
Description
Synchronized in all gears
PTO Capable
Six-bolt mounting, left side
Gear Ratios
1st
5.94
2nd
3.28
3rd
1.98
4th
1.3
5th
1
6th
0.74
Reverse
5.42
Final Drive
3.03 with 4.10 axle ratio, 3.29 with 4.44 axle ratio

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TRANSMISSION: AISIN AS68RC SIX-SPEED
Availability
Optional — 3500 Diesel, Optional 4500 and 5500
PTO Capable (35 HP max)
Six-bolt mounting; right side
Description
Electronically controlled overdrive lockout, electronically controlled
converter clutch
Gear Ratios
1st
3.74
2nd
2.00
3rd
1.34
4th
1
5th
0.77
6th
0.63
Reverse
3.54
Overall Top Gear Ratio
2.80 with 4.44 axle ratio; 3.07 with 4.88 axle ratio
TRANSFER CASE: NV273, (NV271)
Availability
Standard (4x4) all models
Type
Part-time
Operating Modes
2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low
Shift Mechanism
NV273 — electric (NV271 manual)
Low-range Ratio
2.72
Center Differential
None

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DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
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Regular Cab 143.5"WB 60"CA SRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
143.4
143.4
Track Width – Front
68.7
68.7
Track Width – Rear
68.1
68.1
Overall Length
234.3
234.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
78.3
78.3
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
9.9
8.4
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
7.5
7.5
Approach Angle
23.8
23.8
Ramp Breakover Angle
21.3
21.3
Departure Angle
29.2
29.2
Regular Cab 143.5"WB 60"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
143.4
143.4
Track Width – Front
69.6
69.6
Track Width – Rear
68.1
68.1
Overall Length
234.3
234.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
78.4
78.4
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.0
8.4
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
7.7
7.7
Approach Angle
23.9
23.9
Ramp Breakover Angle
21.4
21.4
Departure Angle
29.3
29.3

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Regular Cab 167.5"WB 84"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
167.4
167.4
Track Width - Front
69.6
69.6
Track Width - Rear
71.7
71.7
Overall Length
258.3
258.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
78.0
78.0
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.0
8.4
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
7.6
7.6
Approach Angle
24.2
24.2
Ramp Breakover Angle
18.4
18.4
Departure Angle
28.4
28.4
Crew Cab 172.4"WB 60"CA SRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
172.3
172.3
Track Width – Front
68.7
68.7
Track Width – Rear
68.1
68.1
Overall Length
263.2
263.2
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
79.1
79.1
Overall Height
78.8
78.8
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
9.9
8.3
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
7.5
7.5
Approach Angle
23.9
23.9
Ramp Breakover Angle
18.3
18.3
Departure Angle
29.0
29.0

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Crew Cab 172.4"WB 60"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
172.3
172.3
Track Width – Front
69.6
69.6
Track Width – Rear
71.7
71.7
Overall Length
263.2
263.2
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
79.1
79.1
Overall Height
78.5
78.5
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
9.9
8.4
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
7.5
7.5
Approach Angle
24.3
24.3
Ramp Breakover Angle
18.0
18.0
Departure Angle
28.3
28.3
ACCOMMODATIONS
Model
Regular Cab
Crew Cab
Seating Capacity, F/R
3/0 or 2/0
3/3 or 2/3
Front
Head Room – in. (mm)
40.3 (1022.6)
41.0 (1040.5)
Legroom – in. (mm)
41 (1041.3)
41 (1041.3)
Shoulder Room – in. (mm)
66 (1676.4)
66 (1676.5)
Hip Room – in. (mm)
62.9 (1676.4)
63.2 (1604.6)
Seat Travel – in. (mm)
7.1 (179.2)
7.1 (179.2)
Recliner Range (degrees)
14°
42°
Rear
Head Room – in. (mm)
N/A
39.9 (1013.5)
Legroom – in. (mm)
N/A
40.3 (1023.6)
Shoulder Room – in. (mm)
N/A
65.7 (1670)
Hip Room – in. (mm)
N/A
63.2 (1605.2)
Interior Volume
Front – cu. ft. (cu m)
63.0 (1.8)
64.2 (1.8)
Rear – cu. ft. (cu m)
N/A
61.1 (1.7)
BODY AND CHASSIS
Model
2WD
4WD
Layout
Longitudinal, front engine
Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case
Construction
Ladder-type frame, steel
cab,
double-wall steel pickup
box
Ladder-type frame, steel cab,
double-wall steel pickup box

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SUSPENSION
Model
2WD
4WD
Front
Five-link beam axle with
coil springs
Five-link with track bar, coil springs,
stabilizer bar, solid axle
Rear
Hotchkiss leaf spring
suspension,
solid axle
Hotchkiss leaf spring suspension,
solid axle
STEERING
Regular Cab
Model
60” SRW
60” DRW
84” DRW
Wheelbase (nominal) – in. (mm)
143.1
143.3
167.3
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)
41.7
41.7
47.9
Crew Cab®
Model
60” SRW
60” DRW
Wheelbase (nominal) – in. (mm)
172
172.2
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)
45.1 (13.7)
45.4 (13.8)
BRAKES
Front
Size and Type – in. (mm)
Rotors 14.17 x 1.54-in. disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
Rear
Size and Type – in. (mm)
Rotors 14.09 x 1.34-in. disc with
twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
Power-assist Type
Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum (Gas)
Hydro-boost (Diesel)

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DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
Regular Cab 144.5"WB 60"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
144.6
144.6
Track Width – Front
76.0
76.0
Track Width – Rear
73.6
73.6
Overall Length
234.3
234.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
80.1
80.1
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.3
8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
8.4
8.4
Approach Angle
28.3
28.3
Ramp Breakover Angle
23.7
23.7
Departure Angle
31.1
31.1
Regular Cab 168.5"WB 84"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
168.6
168.6
Track Width – Front
76.0
76.0
Track Width – Rear
73.6
73.6
Overall Length
258.3
258.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
80.0
80.0
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.3
8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
8.4
8.4
Approach Angle
28.4
28.4
Ramp Breakover Angle
20.8
20.8
Departure Angle
31.0
31.0

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Regular Cab 192.5"WB 108"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
192.6
192.6
Track Width – Front
76.0
76.0
Track Width – Rear
73.6
73.6
Overall Length
282.3
282.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
79.9
79.9
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.3
8.8
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
8.4
8.4
Approach Angle
28.5
28.5
Ramp Breakover Angle
18.2
18.2
Departure Angle
30.9
30.9
Regular Cab 204.5"WB 120"CA DRW
4x2
4x4
Wheelbase
204.6
204.6
Track Width – Front
76.0
76.0
Track Width – Rear
73.6
73.6
Overall Length
294.3
294.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point
(SgRP) Front
78.9
78.9
Overall Height
79.8
79.8
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front
10.3
8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear
8.4
8.4
Approach Angle
28.6
28.6
Ramp Breakover Angle
17.2
17.2
Departure Angle
30.8
30.8