RAM TRUCK 1500 2014 Manual

2014
RAM
PICKUPS

The new
working
definiTion
of a pickup

CONTENTS
4Ram 1500 Introduction
7Ram 1500 Powertrain
10 Ram 1500 Chassis/Suspension
13 Ram 1500 Wheels
13 Ram 1500 Trim Levels
16 Ram 1500 Buyer’s Guide
18 Ram Pickup Interior
19 Ram Pickup Electronics
21 Ram Pickup Cargo Capability
23 Ram Pickup Exterior
24 Ram Pickup Interior Fabrics
26 Ram 2500/3500 Introduction
28 Ram 2500/3500 Towing/Payload
30 Ram 2500/3500 Powertrain
33 Ram 2500/3500 Capability Specs
35 Ram 2500/3500 Chassis/Suspension
37 Ram 2500/3500 Wheels
38 Ram 2500/3500 Trim Levels
41 Ram 2500/3500 Buyer’s Guide
2014 RAM PICKUPS: 1500, 2500, 3500
*Late availability. †Note: all disclaimers and disclosures can be found on the last page.
OUTSTANDING ATTRIBUTES FOR EFFICIENCY, CAPABILITY AND POWER. CHOOSE
THE CLASS TO MEET THE NEED: RAM WILL TAKE YOU TO THE TOP OF THAT CLASS.
2014 RAM 1500 AND 2500/3500 HEAVY DUTY OFFER A WEALTH OF ADVANTAGES
FOR THAT SELDOM-TRAVELED ROAD TO LEADERSHIP. THIS IS THE YEAR OF THE
POWERTRAIN. ACROSS THE BOARD AND ACROSS THE COUNTRY, THE 2014 RAM
PICKUPS REDRAW THE GEOGRAPHY OF TECHNOLOGY, WITH THE NEW AVAILABLE
ECODIESEL V6*FOR RAM 1500, THE RAM FIRST AVAILABLE 6.4-LITER HEMI V8
FOR HEAVY DUTY, THE GROUNDBREAKING TORQUEFLITE8 AUTOMATIC FOR
RAM 1500 AND THE NEW AND CLASS-EXCLUSIVE[1]†AVAILABLE AUTO-LEVEL REAR
AIR SUSPENSION*FOR RAM HEAVY DUTY. STANDOUT TECHNOLOGY TRANSLATES
INTO COMPONENTS THAT STAND UP—AND STAND APART. THIS IS RAM:
CAPABILITY THAT EXCEEDS THE NEED, BACKED BY ULTRAEFFICIENT PERFORMANCE.
RAM DOESN’T REST WITH MERELY BEING BETTER. OUR AIM IS TO ACHIEVE
BEST-IN-CLASS. 2014 RAM. THE NEW WORKING DEFINITION OF A PICKUP.

MORE STRENGTHS THAN EVER.
THIS IS THE YEAR OF RAM.
Take a good look at the 2014 Ram 1500 pickups. Recent develop- ments take this portfolio into new territory for fuel-efficient
performance, capability and comfort, and now with more powertrain
choices than ever.
Our directive was clear: design and manufacture strengths so good, they
strive for best-in-class status. The 2014 Ram 1500 breaks new ground
with the available 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6,* mating phenomenal torque
with the class-exclusive[2] TorqueFlite®8 automatic—a sophisticated and
powerful transmission that features close-ratio gearing for effortless
acceleration and great fuel efficiency. The impressive array of powertrain
offerings also includes the award-winning Pentastar®V6 and available
legendary HEMI®V8 engines; transmissions now range from the
proven 6-speed automatic to the smooth-shifting TorqueFlite 8.
Bolstered by ramped up GCWRs and GVWRs, these pickups are
ready to handle it all.
Top it all off with the quality that comes from our unsurpassed[2]
5-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty[3] and you’ve got
every strength you need in a light-duty pickup. 2014 Ram 1500.
Shown on next page.
TOP: Ram 1500 Crew Cab Laramie, shown with Maximum Steel Metallic
and Bright Silver Metallic two-tone exterior, equipped with the available
5.7-liter HEMI V8. Ram Crew Cab offers expansive rear-seat room and
can effortlessly tow up to 9,800 lb (as shown).
†
MIDDLE LEFT: The Ram leader for fuel efficiency, the Ram 1500 HFE
(High Fuel Efficiency) in Flame Red. Available in Regular Cab only,
Ram 1500 HFE features the ideal combination for gas-powered fuel-
sipping performance: the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6/TorqueFlite 8 powertrain.
Further enablers for fuel efficiency include the class-exclusive[2] Active
Grill Shutters and Stop/Start Technology.
MIDDLE RIGHT: Ram 1500 Laramie, shown in a Crew Cab configuration
with the Black and Bright Silver Metallic two-tone exterior and powered
by the available 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine, offers trailering capability that
can handle up to 9,800 lb (as shown).
†
BOTTOM: Shown from above, this Ram 1500 Crew Cab Tradesman in
Bright White features the class-exclusive[2] RamBox®Cargo Management
System, available for select Ram 1500 models with 5-foot 7-inch or
6-foot 4-inch beds. The bedside compartments are drainable, illuminated
and lockable—with lock control an integral part of the available class-
exclusive[2] All-SecureTM Locking System.
Meet the fast-growing truck brand that
everybody’s talking about—and for all the
right reasons. From long-distance towing
to long-term quality, 2014 Ram 1500 is
completely in command of it all.
RAM 1500 4
*Late availability. †When properly equipped.

Properly secure all cargo.

ALL RAM POWERTRAINS ARE COVERED BY A FULLY
TRANSFERABLE POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY.[3]
[3]
THE 2014 RAM 1500
POWERTRAINLINEUP:
OURMOSTVERSATILE
ANDFUEL-EFFICIENT
SELECTION EVER.
Properly secure all cargo.

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3.6L PENTASTAR V6 CAPABILITY
(WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
REGULAR CAB 8' BOX
7,300-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,900-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
REGULAR CAB 6'4" BOX
7,300-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,590-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
CREW CAB 5'7" BOX
7,400-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,870-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
QUAD CAB® 6'4" BOX
7,450-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,920-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
V6 EFFICIENCY AND CAPABILITY. 100% RAM.
Thermal management is critical:
the 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 keeps
temperatures at peak operating
figures for ideal performance and
fuel-efficient operation.
Aluminum alloy pistons are lightweight with
outstanding durability. The design reduces
the reciprocating mass inside the engine to
enhance performance and overall efficiency.
Flex Fuel capability gives you welcome
latitude when filling the tank. The E-85
calibration permits use of either unleaded
gasoline or ethanol.
The 21st-century engineering that went
into the development of the Pentastar V6
engine has made it a multiple award-winner.
Features like Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
enable efficient power and precise operation.
Performance is exceptional.
Ram broke new ground last year when it combined the
efficient capability of the Pentastar V6 with the first-ever
truck application of an 8-speed automatic transmission—
the class-exclusive[2] TorqueFlite 8. The 2014 Ram 1500 carries on that
tradition, providing acclaimed figures for towing and hauling—and
then topping it off with best-in-class[4] mpg highway.
Little wonder why this powertrain combination has led to major
awards and critical acclaim from journalists, professional drivers and
independent third-party testing facilities. The formidable Pentastar V6
with the TorqueFlite 8 handles double duties at every turn, providing
V8-equivalent power with proven V6 economies, enabling available
4x4 toughness (the working definition of full-size truck capability),
and with remarkably little noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
In every way, the Pentastar is the benchmark for a V6.
DURABILITY, DEFINED. Pentastar V6 factors for long-life performance and
that best-in-class[4] ranking for mpg highway include the “Silent Chain”
timing drive, dual overhead cams, high-flow “tumble” intake ports and a
seriously authoritative 10.2:1 compression ratio.
THERMAL MANAGEMENT. The Pentastar V6 and TorqueFlite 8 automatic
utilize Thermal Management Systems, keeping fluids at ideal operating
temperatures for top-level performance and fuel-efficient operation.
PULSE-WIDTH MODULATION. This technology is all about modulating
electrical energy for specific vehicle needs rather than running at a constant
rate. Ram 1500 utilizes pulse-width modulation for the fuel pump, cooling
fan and HVAC blower controls.
3.6L PENTASTAR V6
SHIFTING AT THE SPEED OF INGENUITY: THE TORQUEFLITE8.
THE BENCHMARK TORQUEFLITE 8 AUTOMATIC. AVAILABLE FOR RAM 1500 WITH ALL ENGINES.
Dual focus, one vision: provide outstanding shift qualities and impeccable performance from
highway cruising to heavy hauling—while making a very real contribution to the impressive
Ram 1500 fuel efficiency figures.The groundbreaking TorqueFlite 8 is the answer.
For a more refined operation, new Ram 1500 models equipped with the TorqueFlite 8 use steering
wheel-mounted buttons for manual gear range selection—offering more control when towing and
hauling heavy loads.
305 HORSEPOWER 269 LB-FT of TORQUE 25 mpg hwy*
*EPA estimated 17 mpg city/25 mpg highway on Ram 1500 V6 4x2.
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5.7L HEMI V8 CAPABILITY
(WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
REGULAR CAB 8' BOX
10,450-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,730-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
REGULAR CAB 6'4" BOX
9,200-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,630-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
CREW CAB 5'7" BOX
10,350-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,770-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
CREW CAB 6'4" BOX
10,300-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,730-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
QUAD CAB® 6'4" BOX
10,400-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,830-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
Better by design: the engineering of the
hemispherical head promotes complete
combustion and increased power.
Along with Fuel Saver Technology, the iDFSO
(interactive Deceleration Fuel Shut-Off)
seamlessly ceases fuel flow while decelerating,
helping to achieve excellent fuel efficiency.
Aluminum cylinder heads combine with a cast-iron
block and dual spark plug technology—two plugs
per cylinder. The system is refined, robust and quiet,
smoothing the idle and improving emissions.
The focus to achieve ever-better levels of
fuel efficiency has been a hallmark of HEMI®
V8 engine design—as has the pioneering
development of Fuel Saver Technology.
OUR POWERTRAIN LINEUP IS AS BOLD AS IT IS EXTENSIVE.
RAM OWNS POWER.
The engineering ingenuity that created the hemispherical
head is one of the major steps that led to American
dominance in transportation and automobile design; the
applications of this truly legendary powerplant have included everything
from prototype aircraft to muscle cars. The most recent iterations give
Ram 1500 pickups enviable status in the truck world.
The available 5.7-liter HEMI V8 in Ram 1500 utilizes some of the
most advanced engineering protocols ever developed. Few engines
enjoy the ongoing popularity and respect that the HEMI V8 has
earned. Detailed at right are the overwhelming advantages that give the
Ram 1500 owner beyond-capable performance for towing, hauling,
highway cruising and acceleration.
SAVING FUEL EVERY MOMENT. The 5.7L HEMI V8 in Ram 1500
incorporates the brilliant Multi-Displacement System. Also known as
Fuel Saver Technology, the system invisibly shuts off four of the eight
cylinders when less power is required. When you need it, you’ve got a
mighty V8; when you’re not expecting it, you’ve got a fuel-sipping
four-cylinder under the hood.
VARIABLE VALVE TIMING (VVT).VVT opens and closes the valves with
breathtaking precision, allowing optimal engine breathing. The technology
uses fuel efficiently, and it delivers critical increased torque for towing
and hauling.
SHORT RUNNER VALVE (SRV). The SRV, which is inside the Active Intake
Manifold, controls airflow intake by changing the port length based on
engine rpm, enhancing both horsepower and torque.
5.7L HEMI V8
395 HORSEPOWER 410 LB-FT of TORQUE 22 mpg hwy*
*EPA estimated 15 mpg city/22 mpg highway on Ram 1500 V8 4x2 with 8-speed transmission.

240 HORSEPOWER 420 LB-FT of TORQUE
Aluminum alloy pistons are lightweight with
outstanding durability. The design reduces
the reciprocating mass inside the engine to
enhance performance and overall efficiency. The EcoDiesel V6* uses 5W30 synthetic oil and
a standard oil cooler; the combined technology
contributes to a recommended 10,000-mile oil
change interval—with oil status indicated in the
instrument-panel cluster display.
The Compact Graphite Iron (CGI) cylinder
block and bedplate ensure higher strength
and exceptional reliability. The CGI process
creates the ideal matrix of graphite and
iron for ultrahigh toughness and durability.
Engineering is comprehensive, and includes an
aluminum cylinder head, an electronically controlled
Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT), high-
temperature fast-acting ceramic glow plugs and
high-dispersion fuel-injection nozzles.
A RAM 1500 EXCLUSIVE: AVAILABLE V6 DIESEL EFFICIENCY, V8-QUALITY TORQUE.
IT ADDS UP TO OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE. AND ONLY RAM 1500 HAS IT.
Only 2014 Ram 1500 delivers such a complete package: this available small-displacement turbo diesel mated to the class-exclusive[2]
TorqueFlite®8 automatic gives you best-in-class[5] diesel fuel economy.
YOU DEMANDED FUEL-EFFICIENT CAPABILITY. THE AVAILABLE ECODIESEL V6* TAKES EFFICIENCY TO THE NEXT LEVEL.
The clean aspect of the EcoDiesel V6* even extends to the service station. Look for a new capless Fuel Filler System that makes filling
the tank cleaner and more convenient.
For 2014 Ram 1500, we created an all-new powertrain so
good, it delivers best-in-class[5] diesel fuel economy and
an impressive driving range.
Long-proven in tough commercial applications, the new Ram application
of the available 3.0L EcoDiesel V6* is where Ram 1500 takes a different
road than the rest of the pack: no other light-duty pickup offers a small-
displacement high-performing turbo diesel mated to a class-exclusive[2]
8-speed automatic transmission. This is an all-new game with all-new
rules—and this Ram just earned top-ranking stats.
Put it all together, and the 3.0L EcoDiesel V6*/TorqueFlite 8 do it right:
incredible torque. Fuel-efficient performance. B20-capable. 10K oil
change intervals. Top-notch DEF System. In short, this is pure power.
CLEAN BY DESIGN—AN INVALUABLE DUAL-FILTRATION SYSTEM.
Fuel sources vary in quality; climates across the continent are like night and
day. The available 3.0L EcoDiesel V6*utilizes dual-filtration technology
for greater protection against contamination, reduced injector corrosion and
enhanced durability.
CLEAN BY NATURE—WITH BEST-IN-CLASS [5] DIESEL FUEL ECONOMY.
With minimal CO2 levels and biodiesel (B20)-approved, this is what
truck buyers have demanded—and the 2014 Ram 1500 is the answer.
EXCEPTIONAL DRIVING RANGE. The combination of available EcoDiesel V6*
power and TorqueFlite 8 sophistication gives you the most miles from every
tank of fuel.
A POWERFUL AND CLEAN BREAK FROM CONVENTION.
3.0L ECODIESEL V6* CAPABILITY
(WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
All-New
3.OL ECODIESEL V6*
*Late availability.
CREW CAB 5'7" BOX
8,950-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,470-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
CREW CAB 6'4" BOX
8,900-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,400-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
QUAD CAB® 6'4" BOX
9,050-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,430-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY
REGULAR CAB 8' BOX
9,200-LB MAX TOW CAPACITY
1,580-LB PAYLOAD CAPACITY

1500 CHASSIS / SUSPENSION 10
WE POURED OUR HEARTS INTO
THIS FOUNDATION.
Reducing weight helps improve fuel
efficiency: where heavy steel isn’t
needed, 2014 Ram 1500 employs
down-gauged but stronger steel.
The results give you a full-size
tough pickup with weight savings
that help contribute to the fuel-
sipping performance.
The 4- and 7-pin trailer tow
connectors are part of the
trademark towing capability of
Ram 1500—and they’re standard
on every model.
The structural rear bumper is
rated for Class III towing and
easily handles trailers up to 5,000 lb
when properly equipped. For tougher
trailer towing capability, the
available Class IV hitch receiver
bolts directly to the frame of your
Ram 1500.
By design, the frame is low-torsion
and features fully boxed side
rails—engineering that strengthens
the Ram 1500 reputation for
minimal noise, vibration and
harshness (NVH).
Available and class-exclusive[2]
Active Grille Shutters instantly
adapt to speed, load and engine
needs for cooling; the shutters
significantly reduce aerodynamic
drag to help improve fuel efficiency
for Ram 1500 models.
The front frame unit is constructed
of hydroformed tubular high-
strength steel; this ultra-stiff yet
light component further reduces the
overall weight for Ram 1500—
another very real contribution to its
notably fuel-efficient operation.
PUT IT TO THE TEST. AFTER ALL,
WE DID—TIME AFTER TIME.
In a world as bustling and busy as yours, getting away from the rattling of jackhammers
and drone of the dozers is priceless; that’s why the 2014 Ram 1500 is built to be
quiet. Extensive testing helps reduce NVH to minimal levels, leaving only silence and
comfort. Leave it to the engineers of Ram 1500 to give you both peace of mind and
some peace and quiet.
Little measures that count big:
Variable Displacement A/C Compressor (VDC).
No longer a “fixed” displacement, the VDC automatically varies pumping capacity of
the air conditioning compressor, lessening the load on the engine and reducing NVH
and parasitic losses to help improve fuel efficiency.
New Pulse-Width Modulation Fan.
This new blower design creates virtually infinite amounts of fan speed for the HVAC
System, and with reduced sound levels that make operation all but unnoticeable;
interior quietness in Ram 1500 is better than ever.
New Humidity Sensor.
Formerly reserved for premium models, and now in every Ram 1500: the sensor acts to
defog windows much more rapidly and works in tandem with the VDC and pulse-width
modulation fan for optimal performance.
IT COULD BE ARGUED THAT EVEN OUR
RELIABILITY LEADS THE CLASS.
Design, engineering, components, build quality: add it all up, and the sum is
greater than the parts—leaving you with a pickup that offers impressive residual
and resale values. The numbers are conclusive, with endorsements and honors
that include some 34 awards for Ram in 18 months—ample proof that all the effort
we put into Ram 1500 pickups lets you get the most out of yours when it’s time to
upgrade the ride.
NEW. RAM FIRST: FRONT PARK ASSIST.[7]
New for 2014 Ram 1500: technology that simplifies parking and maneuvering. The
new available Front Park Ultrasonic Assist System is a first-time-ever for a full-size
Ram 1500 pickup, serving as convenient aid when parallel parking. Four integrated
sensors use ultrasonic waves to detect objects as far as 47.2 inches away from the
front bumper, picking up the echo of a signal when it bounces off an object. Using
classic echo triangulation, the system determines relative distance. Readouts located
in the cluster display team up with audible chimes to notify the driver of any proximity
to front and/or rear objects.
THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC)[6] SYSTEM.
In Ram 1500, ride manners and towing control combine with safety and security. Some
features of the comprehensive ESC, standard on every model, include:
AntiLock Brake System (ABS). Monitoring each wheel’s speed, ABS allows back-up
braking should one of the two braking circuits be compromised.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution regulates brake pressure from front to rear,
minimizing stopping distances.
Traction Control regulates wheel spin. Slippage during acceleration results in throttle
control to reduce torque; in extremes (e.g., when accelerating from pavement to ice)
it will apply certain brakes to maintain control. It can be turned off with a console-
mounted button.
Ready Alert Braking senses when the driver’s foot is lifted from the accelerator, and
applies an imperceptible brake force to ensure that pads and discs are lined up should
an emergency stop be required.
Rain Brake Support. Activate the windshield wipers, and the brake calipers pulse
against the rotor, removing water from the pads.
Hydraulic Boost Compensation. Should a failure occur in the vacuum brake booster or
any related line (e.g., a rupture from tough off-roading), the brake controller will run
the ABS pump; brakes will perform as normal until the failure is serviced.
Trailer Sway Control[6] detects yaw and applies selective brake pressure on the tow
vehicle’s opposite side to counteract and reduce the sway.
Hill Start Assist. While on hills or inclines, the system keeps your Ram 1500 stationary
for two seconds after the brakes have been released.