RAM 1500 2024 Owner's manual

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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal
injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when
using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any
electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicle
navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and
could lead to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should
never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you nd yourself unable to devote your
full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your
vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting
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DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels
far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use
public transportation.
WARNING
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impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
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exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead,
which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 8 1
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE.................................................. 18 2
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL .................................. 89 3
4 STARTING AND OPERATING .......................................................... 116 4
5 MULTIMEDIA ........................................................................... 194 5
6 SAFETY ................................................................................. 273 6
7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY............................................................. 317 7
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................... 334 8
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 393 9
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE............................................................. 399 10
11 INDEX................................................................................... 404 11
INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY .......................9
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ............. 9
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER
LOADING .......................... 9
Camper Applications — TRX Only ...........11
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ......11
SYMBOL GLOSSARY ..................11
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ........................... 18
KeyFob ....................... 18
SENTRY KEY ....................... 21
IGNITION SWITCH .................... 21
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition ........... 21
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED ............ 22
How To Use Remote Start ............. 23
To Exit Remote Start Mode ............ 23
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped ..................... 23
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . 24
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer Activation —
If Equipped ......................24
Remote Start Abort Message ........... 24
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .... 24
To Arm The System ................. 24
To Disarm The System ............... 25
Rearming Of The System ............. 25
Security System Manual Override ........ 25
DOORS ..........................25
Manual Door Locks ................. 25
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ......... 26
Power Side Steps — If Equipped ......... 26
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...... 26
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped . 28
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ...... 28
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors . 28
STEERING WHEEL ...................29
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ........ 29
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ...... 29
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED .... 29
Programming The Memory Feature ........ 30
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory . 30
Memory Position Recall .............. 30
SEATS .......................... 30
Manual Adjustment Front Seats — If Equipped . 31
Manual Adjustment Rear Seats .......... 32
Power Adjustment Front Seats — If Equipped . . 33
Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 34
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......... 35
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers — If Equipped . . 35
Head Restraints .................. 35
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION — IF EQUIPPED . . 37
Introducing Voice Recognition ........... 37
Basic Voice Commands .............. 37
Get Started ..................... 37
Additional Information ............... 38
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED . . . 38
MIRRORS ........................38
InsideRearviewMirror .............. 38
Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ..... 40
Outside Mirrors ................... 40
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors —
If Equipped ..................... 41
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach
Lighting — If Equipped ............... 41
PowerMirrors .................... 41
Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If Equipped . . 41
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped ....... 42
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .......... 42
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®) —
IF EQUIPPED ....................... 43
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . . 43
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ...... 43
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or
Non-Rolling Code Device .............. 43
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door
Opener ........................ 43
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device ........................ 44
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button . . 44
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..... 45
Security ....................... 45
Troubleshooting Tips ................ 45
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ...................46
Headlight Switch .................. 46
Multifunction Lever ................ 47
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) .......... 47
High/Low Beam Switch .............. 47
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped ..................... 47
Flash-To-Pass .................... 47
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....... 47
Parking Lights And Panel Lights ......... 48
Automatic Headlights With Wipers ........ 48
Headlight Delay .................. 48
Lights-On Reminder ................ 48
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Fog Lights — If Equipped ............. 48
Turn Signals .................... 49
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ........ 49
Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights/
Trailer Hitch Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped . 49
Battery Saver .................... 50
INTERIOR LIGHTS ....................50
Courtesy Lights ................... 50
Illuminated Entry .................. 51
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........ 51
Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 52
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ....... 52
CLIMATE CONTROLS .................. 53
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ...................... 53
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ...................... 55
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ..................... 57
Climate Voice Recognition — If Equipped .... 57
Operating Tips ................... 57
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ........58
Storage ....................... 58
USB/AUX Control .................. 63
Electrical Power Outlets .............. 64
Power Inverter — If Equipped ........... 65
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ...... 66
UV-C Light — If Equipped ............. 67
WINDOWS ........................68
PowerWindows .................. 68
Automatic Window Features ........... 69
ResetAuto-Up ................... 69
Window Lockout Switch .............. 69
Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped . . . 69
WindBuffeting ................... 70
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..........70
Dual Pane Power Sunroof ............. 70
HOOD ...........................71
To Open The Hood ................. 71
To Close The Hood ................. 72
TAILGATE......................... 72
Opening ....................... 72
Closing ........................ 72
Locking Tailgate ................... 72
Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped ....... 72
TailgateRemoval .................. 73
Bed Step — If Equipped .............. 76
PICKUP BOX ....................... 77
Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped .... 78
RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED ................ 79
Locking And Unlocking RamBox ......... 79
RamBox Cargo Storage Bins ........... 79
RamBox Safety Warning .............. 81
Bed Divider — If Equipped ............. 81
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ..... 82
Tonneau Cover Components ........... 82
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Folding For Driving Or
Removal ....................... 83
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation ....... 86
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning ......... 88
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE . . . 89
Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ...................... 90
HIGHLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE . . . 91
Highline Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ...................... 92
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE . . . 93
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ...................... 94
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — TRX....... 95
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions —
Gasoline ...................... 96
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ...........96
Instrument Cluster Display Location and
Controls ....................... 96
OilLifeReset .................... 98
DisplayMenuItems ................ 99
Head Up Display (HUD) — If Equipped ..... 104
TRXDriveMode .................. 105
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions —
If Equipped .....................105
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ......... 106
Red Warning Lights ................ 106
Yellow Warning Lights .............. 109
Yellow Indicator Lights .............. 111
Green Indicator Lights .............. 112
Drive Mode Indicator Lights ........... 113
White Indicator Lights .............. 114
Blue Indicator Lights ............... 114
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..... 114
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ................... 115
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................115
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ................116
Automatic Transmission ............. 116
AutoPark ...................... 116
Tip Start Feature ................. 117
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition ........ 117
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP
Button ....................... 117
Extended Park Starting .............. 118
If Engine Fails To Start .............. 118
After Starting ................... 119
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ...... 119
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L AND 5.7L .....................119
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
6.2L ENGINE ...................... 119
PARKING BRAKE ................... 120
Electric Park Brake (EPB) ............ 120
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............122
IgnitionParkInterlock .............. 123
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ...................... 123
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ....... 123
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED . 128
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case —
If Equipped ..................... 128
Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case —
If Equipped ..................... 130
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION—TRX ....... 132
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer
Case ........................ 132
Selec-Speed Control (SSC) ........... 134
TRX Modes ..................... 136
ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ............... 137
Description ..................... 137
Air Suspension Modes .............. 139
Instrument Cluster Display Messages ..... 139
Operation ..................... 139
ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM (OFF-ROAD GROUP) — IF EQUIPPED . . . 140
Description .................... 140
Air Suspension Modes .............. 142
Instrument Cluster Display Messages ..... 142
Operation ..................... 142
AXLE LOCK SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........ 143
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPED . . . 144
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINES ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED ...................... 144
POWER STEERING .................. 144
Electric Power Steering ............. 144
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ....... 145
AutostopMode .................. 145
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop ...................... 145
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode . 145
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System . 146
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System . . 146
System Malfunction ................ 146
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ....146
Cruise Control ................... 146
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 148
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ...................... 155
ParkSense Sensors ................ 155
ParkSense Warning Display ........... 156
ParkSense Display ................ 156
Enabling And Disabling Front And/Or Rear
ParkSense ..................... 159
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System . . 159
Cleaning The ParkSense System ........ 159
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ..... 159
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ...................... 160
Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense Active
Park Assist System ................ 161
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space
Assistance Operation .............. 161
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .............163
LaneSense Operation .............. 163
Turning LaneSense On Or Off .......... 164
LaneSense Warning Message .......... 164
Changing LaneSense Status ........... 165
Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot Assist —
If Equipped .................... 166
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........ 166
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ...................... 167
Forward Facing Camera With Tire Lines —
If Equipped ..................... 170
TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED ......... 170
Trailer Surround View Camera System —
If Equipped ..................... 170
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AUX Camera — If Equipped ............ 172
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ............... 173
VEHICLE LOADING ...................173
Certification Label ................ 173
TRAILER TOWING ................... 174
CommonTowingDefinitions ........... 174
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight . 176
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ....... 177
Trailer And Tongue Weight ............ 177
Trailer Reverse Steering Control — If Equipped . 177
Towing Requirements .............. 179
TowingTips .................... 183
SNOWPLOW...................... 183
BeforePlowing .................. 184
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability . . 184
Over The Road Operation With Snowplow
Attached ...................... 184
Operating Tips ................... 184
General Maintenance .............. 184
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) . . 185
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . . 185
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models . 185
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models . 186
DRIVING TIPS ..................... 187
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .......... 187
Driving Through Water .............. 188
Off-RoadDrivingTips .............. 188
DRIVING TIPS — TRX..................189
On-Road Driving Tips ............... 189
Off-RoadDrivingTips ............... 189
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS .................194
CYBERSECURITY ...................194
UCONNECT SETTINGS ................. 194
Customer Programmable Features ....... 195
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION ..............216
System Overview ................. 216
Safety And General Information ......... 218
UCONNECT MODES ..................219
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......... 219
Radio Mode .................... 219
MediaMode .................... 225
Phone Mode .................... 227
CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES — IF EQUIPPED . 234
Is My Vehicle Connected? ............ 234
Introduction To Connected Vehicle Services . . 235
Getting Started With Connected Vehicle
Services ...................... 236
Using Brand Connect ............... 237
Manage My Brand Connect Account ...... 244
CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs ............244
Connected Services SOS FAQs — If Equipped . 245
Connected Services Remote Door Lock/
UnlockFAQs .................... 245
Connected Services Roadside Assistance
FAQs ........................ 245
Connected Services Send & Go FAQs —
If Equipped ..................... 245
Connected Services Vehicle Finder FAQs .... 245
Connected Services Stolen Vehicle Assistance
FAQs — If Equipped ................ 246
Connected Services Remote Vehicle Start
FAQs ........................ 246
Connected Services Remote Horn & Lights
FAQs ........................ 246
Connected Services Account FAQs —
If Equipped ..................... 247
Data Collection & Privacy ............ 248
PERFORMANCE PAGES — IF EQUIPPED ....... 248
Timers ....................... 249
Gauges ....................... 249
G-Force ....................... 249
Dynamometer (Dyno)/Engine .......... 250
Vehicle Dynamics ................. 250
DRIVE MODES .....................250
On-Road ...................... 251
Off-Road ...................... 256
Custom Mode ................... 258
Race Options ................... 262
Guidelines For Track Or Extreme Off-Road
Use ......................... 267
ValetMode ..................... 267
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ..... 268
Regulatory And Safety Information ....... 268
OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED .......... 268
Off-Road Pages Status Bar ........... 269
Vehicle Dynamics ................. 270
Accessory Gauge ................. 270
Pitch&Roll .................... 271
Suspension — If Equipped ............ 272
Forward Facing Camera— If Equipped ..... 272
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ................... 273
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 273
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA) ....... 273
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ..... 274
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AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ............279
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped . . 279
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation —
If Equipped .....................284
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . 286
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..........290
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ..... 290
Important Safety Precautions .......... 290
Seat Belt Systems ................ 291
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .... 295
Child Restraints ................. 304
SAFETY TIPS ......................314
Transporting Passengers ............. 314
Transporting Pets ................. 314
Connected Vehicles ................ 314
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ....................... 314
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ............... 315
Exhaust Gas .................... 316
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ........... 316
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...........317
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..... 317
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........... 320
Preparations For Jacking ............. 320
Jack Location ................... 320
Removal Of Jack And Tools ........... 320
Removing The Spare Tire ............ 322
Jacking Instructions ............... 323
To Stow The Flat Or Spare ............ 325
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools ......... 326
JUMP STARTING .................... 327
Preparations For Jump Start ........... 327
Jump Starting Procedure ............. 327
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............328
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............329
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ............... 330
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............. 331
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........... 331
Two-Wheel Drive Models ............. 332
Four-Wheel Drive Models ............ 332
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ...... 333
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) . 333
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ...........333
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ............... 334
Maintenance Plan ................ 334
SCHEDULED SERVICING — TRX ........... 337
Maintenance Plan ................ 338
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ............... 340
3.6L Engine With Stop/Start .......... 340
5.7L Engine Without Stop/Start ........ 341
5.7L Engine With Stop/Start .......... 342
6.2L Supercharged Engine
(Beauty Cover Removed) ............ 343
Checking Oil Level ................ 344
Adding Washer Fluid ............... 344
Maintenance-Free Battery ............ 344
Pressure Washing ................ 345
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ............... 345
Engine Oil ..................... 345
Engine Oil Filter .................. 346
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............. 346
Air Conditioner Maintenance .......... 350
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ........ 352
Body Lubrication ................. 353
Windshield Wiper Blades ............ 353
Exhaust System ................. 354
Cooling System .................. 355
Brake System ................... 357
Automatic Transmission ............. 358
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level . 358
Transfer Case ................... 359
Fuses ....................... 359
Bulb Replacement ................ 370
TIRES ..........................375
TireSafetyInformation ............. 375
Tires — General Information ........... 381
Tire Types ..................... 383
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............ 384
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........... 385
Snow Traction Devices .............. 386
Tire Rotation Recommendations ........ 387
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE
QUALITY GRADES ...................388
Treadwear ..................... 388
Traction Grades .................. 388
Temperature Grades ............... 388
STORING THE VEHICLE ................ 389
Battery Storage Mode — TRX .......... 389
BODYWORK ...................... 389
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ..... 389
Body And Underbody Maintenance ....... 389
Preserving The Bodywork ............ 390
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INTERIORS .......................391
Seats And Fabric Parts .............. 391
Plastic And Coated Parts ............. 392
Leather Surfaces ................. 392
Glass Surfaces .................. 392
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ......393
BRAKE SYSTEM ....................393
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . . . 393
Torque Specifications .............. 393
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ................ 394
3.6L Engine .................... 394
5.7L Engine .................... 394
6.2L Supercharged Engine ........... 394
Clean Air Gasoline ................ 394
Reformulated Gasoline ............. 394
Materials Added To Fuel ............. 394
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .......... 395
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . 395
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) And Liquid
Propane (LP) Fuel System Modifications .... 395
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) ....................... 395
Fuel System Cautions .............. 395
FLUID CAPACITIES ...................396
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .........396
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ........398
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE .....................399
Prepare For The Appointment .......... 399
Prepare A List ................... 399
Be Reasonable With Requests ......... 399
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .............. 399
Roadside Assistance ............... 399
FCA US LLC Customer Assistance Center . . . 400
FCA Canada Customer Care ........... 400
Mexico ....................... 400
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ....... 400
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY) ............... 400
Service Contract ................. 401
WARRANTY INFORMATION ............. 401
MOPAR®PARTS ................... 401
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ............401
In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ................. 401
In Canada ..................... 402
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ............402
Change Of Ownership Or Address ..........402
General Information ..................402
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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ram vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers differently from many
passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for on-road
use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s
Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on
different road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome
the natural laws of physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or a collision page 187.
This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is
supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of
the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the
instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you
should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner's Information,
which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your
vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model
described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Ram vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your
satisfaction.
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SYMBOLS KEY
WARNING! These statements apply to operating pro-
cedures that could result in a collision,
bodily injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements apply to procedures
that could result in damage to your
vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installa-
tion, operation, and reliability. If not fol-
lowed, may result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on
easier use of the product or functionality.
PAGE REFERENCE ARROW Follow this reference for additional infor-
mation on a particular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information
pertaining to the topic.
If you do not read the entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or special
equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/body builders. US resi-
dents refer to your Warranty Information book. Canadian residents refer to the “What Is
Not Covered” section of the Warranty Information. Such equipment includes video
monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray™, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and
service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer.
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING
This information is provided in fulfillment of the requirement by the United States Gov-
ernment, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion, that “every manufacturer of trucks that are capable of accommodating slide-in
campers, manufactured on or after April 1, 1973 shall provide... at the time of original
purchase to the first person who purchases the truck”... information on Truck Camper
Loading.
A slide-in camper document is provided in your vehicle’s glove compartment that con-
tains your Vehicle Identification Number, truck model, cargo weight rating, and the
forward/rearward limit of a camper. To obtain additional dimensional and technical
specifications for your vehicle, please visit https://www.ramtrucks.com.
Figure 1 illustrates the dimensions describing the forward and rearward limits of the
zone in which the Center of Gravity (CG) of a slide-in camper must be located, to pro-
vide satisfactory vehicle handling and to prevent overload of the front and rear axles.
Figure 2 illustrates a proper match between truck and camper.
NOTE:
The camper Center of Gravity falls within the specified zone.
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When the truck is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck con-
sists of the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional
camper equipment not included in the manufacturer’s camper weight figure, the
weight of camper cargo, and the weight of passengers in the camper. The total cargo
load should not exceed the truck’s cargo weight rating and the camper’s CG should fall
within the truck’s recommended CG zone when installed.
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and rear
wheels separately, to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed
either of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). If weight ratings are exceeded, move
or remove items to get the total weight below the ratings.
A — Forward Limit of Camper CG
B — Rearward Limit of Camper CG
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NOTE:
These ratings are also provided on the Vehicle Certification Label located on the driv-
er’s side B-pillar. See page 173 for more information.
For any additional instructions, please contact your conversion/camper manufacturer
or an authorized dealer.
Camper Applications — TRX Only
This vehicle is not recommended for slide-in camper applications.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthi-
ness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating precautions to be
observed when using this component. It is important to follow all warnings when oper-
ating your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol page 106.
NOTE:
Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
Red Warning Lights
Air Bag Warning Light
page 106
Red Warning Lights
Battery Charge Warning Light
page 107
Brake Warning Light
page 107
Door Open Warning Light
page 107
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
page 107
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
page 107
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
page 108
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Red Warning Lights
Hood Open Warning Light
page 108
Oil Pressure Warning Light
page 108
Oil Temperature Warning Light
page 108
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
page 108
Tailgate Open Warning Light
page 108
Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light
page 108
Red Warning Lights
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
page 108
Vehicle Security Warning Light
page 109
Yellow Warning Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light
page 109
Air Suspension Fault Warning Light
page 109
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
page 109
Cruise Control Fault Warning Light
page 110
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Yellow Warning Lights
Electric Park Brake Warning Light
page 109
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
page 109
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
page 109
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
page 110
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
page 109
Low Fuel Warning Light
page 109
Yellow Warning Lights
Rear Axle Locker Fault Warning Light
page 110
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light
page 110
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light
page 110
Service 4WD Warning Light
page 110
Service LaneSense Warning Light
page 109
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
page 110
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Yellow Indicator Lights
Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light
page 111
Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Light
page 111
Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Light
page 111
Air Suspension Normal Height Indicator Light
page 111
Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height Indicator Light
page 111
Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light
page 111
Yellow Indicator Lights
Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light
page 112
Cargo Light Active Indicator Light
page 112
Entry/Exit Indicator Light
page 112
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off Indicator Light
page 112
NEUTRAL Indicator Light
page 112
Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light
page 112
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Yellow Indicator Lights
TOW/HAUL Indicator Light
page 112
Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
page 112
4WD Indicator Light
page 112
4WD Low Indicator Light
page 112
4WD High Indicator Light
page 112
Green Indicator Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light
page 112
Green Indicator Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator
Light
page 112
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
page 113
ECO Mode Indicator Light
page 112
Front Fog Indicator Light
page 112
LaneSense Indicator Light
page 113
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
page 113
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Green Indicator Lights
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light
page 113
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
page 113
4WD AUTO Indicator Light
page 113
Baja Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Custom Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Mud/Sand Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Green Indicator Lights
Rock Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Snow Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Sport Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Tow Mode Indicator Light
page 113
Valet Mode Indicator Light
page 114
White Indicator Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Indicator Light
page 114
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White Indicator Lights
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light
page 114
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
page 114
Selec-Speed Control (SSC) Indicator Light
page 114
LaneSense Indicator Light
page 114
Blue Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
page 114
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which supports
Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), remote air suspension low-
ering (if equipped), and Remote Start (if equipped). The
key fob allows you to lock or unlock all doors, tailgate,
and the RamBox (if equipped) as well as activate the
Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft
(20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system. The key fob also con-
tains an emergency key, which is stored in the rear of
the key fob.
NOTE:
The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the
key fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or
other electronic device. This may result in poor
performance.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Wireless Charging
Pad, the key fob may not be detected if it is placed
within 6 inches (15 cm) of the pad page 66.
With the ignition in the ON position and the vehicle
moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are
disabled. In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully
depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be verified
by referring to the instrument cluster display, which will
display a procedure to follow.
NOTE:
A low key fob battery condition may be indicated by a
message in the instrument cluster display, or by the
LED light on the key fob. If the LED key fob light no lon-
ger illuminates from key fob button pushes, then the
key fob battery requires replacement page 19.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
All doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped) can be
programmed to either unlock on the first push of the
unlock button, or for the first push to unlock only the
driver’s door, then twice within five seconds to unlock
all doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped). To lock all
the doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped), push the
lock button once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash
and the illuminated entry system will be activated.
When the doors are locked, the turn signals will flash
and the horn will chirp.
The horn chirp when the lock button is pushed can be
programmed on/off within Uconnect Settings
page 194.
Using The Panic Feature
To turn the Panic feature on or off, push the Panic but-
ton on the key fob. When the Panic feature is activated,
the turn signals will flash, the horn may pulse on and
off (if equipped with horn alarm), and the interior lights
will turn on.
Key Fob
1 — LED Indicator Light
2 — Unlock
3 — Tailgate Lowering (If Equipped)
4 — Air Suspension Remote Lowering (If Equipped)
5 — Lock
6 — Remote Start (If Equipped)
7—Panic
8 — Emergency Key
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