RAM 2017 CHASSIS CAB User Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before

driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and

a collision.

• Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving

your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or

injury. Also, be certain to leave an automatic trans-

mission in PARK, a manual transmission in RE-

VERSE or first gear. Failure to do so may cause the

vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.

CAUTION!

If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the

parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is

indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an au-

thorized dealer immediately.

BRAKE SYSTEM

If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated

brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still

function. However, you will experience a substantial in-

crease in braking effort to stop the vehicle.

If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal

braking capability, the remaining system will still function

with some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be

evident by increased pedal travel during application,

greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and activation

of the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning

Light” (if equipped) during brake use.

The brake system power assist is provided by a hydro-

boost unit which shares fluid with the power steering

system. You may experience some clicking or hissing

noises from the hydro-boost system during hard braking

conditions.

NOTE: Under cold temperatures, pedal effort will be

higher than normal until the power steering fluid reaches

operating temperature.

Hydraulic Brake Assist