lock Ram 1500 2018 User Guide

Before you drive, familiarize yourself with the
easy-to-use SiriusXM Guardian services.
1. The ASSIST and SOS Call buttons arelocated on your rearview mirror. The AS-
SIST button is used for contacting Road-
side Assistance, Vehicle Care, SiriusXM
Guardian Care, and Uconnect Care. The
SOS Call button connects you to a
SiriusXM Guardian Care Agent, who can
connect you to emergency services.
2. The Uconnect “Apps
” button is lo-
cated in the center of the menu bar of the
radio touchscreen. This is where you can
manage your Apps.
3. The Uconnect Voice Command and Uconnect Phone buttons are located on
the left side of your steering wheel. These
buttons let you use your voice to give
commands, make phone calls, send and
receive text messages hands-free, enter
navigation destinations, and control your
radio and media devices. Included Trial Period For New Vehicles
Your new vehicle may come with an included
trial period for use of the SiriusXM Guardian
services starting at the date of vehicle pur-
chase (date based on vehicle sales notifica-
tion from your dealer).
To activate the trial, you
must first register with SiriusXM Guardian. Af-
ter the trial period, if you wish to continue
your SiriusXM Guardian services you can
choose to purchase a subscription.SiriusXM Guardian Activation
To unlock the full potential of SiriusXM
Guardian in your vehicle, you must activate
your SiriusXM Guardian services.
1. Press the Apps icon on the bottom of your in-vehicle touchscreen.
2. Select the Activate Services icon from your list of apps.
3. Select “Customer Care” to speak with a SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care agent
who will activate services in your vehicle,
or select “Enter Email” to activate on the
web. Why sign up for SiriusXM Guardian?
Here are
just a few examples of things you’ll be able to
do:
• Know that help, if you need it, is only a button press away with Assist.
• Lock and unlock your vehicle doors from hundreds of miles away.
• Find your vehicle, no matter where you parked, using the convenient Vehicle
Finder function.
• Use Send & Go to send a navigation route from your mobile phone to your vehicle’s
navigation system.
For further information:.
• U.S. residents visit: www.siriusxm.com/guardian
• Canadian residents visit: www.siriusxm.com/guardian/ca
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Download The Uconnect App
You’re only a few steps away from using
remote commands and other valuable ser-
vices.
To use the Uconnect App:
• Search for and download the Uconnect appfrom the store on your compatible iPhone or
Android powered device. • Log in to the app using the email address
and password you created when you acti-
vated the services.
• Press the “Remote” button on the bottom menu bar of the app to Lock/Unlock, Re-
mote Start (if equipped), and activate your
horn and lights remotely.
• Press the “Location” button on the bottom menu bar of the app to bring up a map to
locate your vehicle or send a location to
your vehicle’s navigation system.
• Press the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the upper left corner of the app to
access settings and support information.
Renewing Subscriptions
(Uconnect 4C NAV)
Subscriptions can be purchased online by
logging into your owner account. If you need
help push the ASSIST button on the rearview
mirror, then select SiriusXM Guardian Care
or:
• U.S. residents dial:1-844-796-4827
• Canadian residents dial:1-877-324-9091
Maintaining Your SiriusXM
Guardian Account
Selling Your Vehicle
When you sell your vehicle, we recommend
that you remove your SiriusXM Guardian Ac-
count information from the vehicle. You can
do this by pressing the ASSIST button in your
vehicle and selecting SiriusXM Guardian, or
call:
• U.S. residents:1-844-796-4827
• Canadian residents:1-877-324-9091
Built-In Features
WARNING!
ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on
the wheel. You have full responsibility and
assume all risks related to the use of the
Uconnect features, SiriusXM Guardian
services, and applications in this vehicle.
Only use Uconnect features and SiriusXM
Guardian services when it is safe to do so.
Failure to do so may result in an accident
involving serious injury or death.Mobile App
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4.Stolen Vehicle Assistance — If your vehicle
is stolen, contact local law enforcement
immediately to file a stolen vehicle report.
Once this report has been filed, SiriusXM
Guardian Care can help locate your ve-
hicle. The SiriusXM Guardian Care agent
will ask for the stolen vehicle report num-
ber issued by local law enforcement. As
long as your vehicle has a SiriusXM Guard-
ian subscription and an operable network
connection, the agent may be able to
locate the stolen vehicle and work with
law enforcement to help recover it. Your
vehicle must have an operable network
connection and must be registered with
SiriusXM Guardian with an active sub-
scription that includes the applicable
feature.
5. 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot — If Equipped — Allows
you and your passengers to connect their
portable devices to the built-in 4G Wi-Fi
capabilities of your Uconnect system.
Purchasing 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot requires the
use of an Internet-enabled portable
device.
a. To start, the Enable Wi-Fi Hotspot
should be un-checked. b. Select the
Wi-Fi Hotspot Setup option
from the toushcreeen to locate your
Hotspot Name and Password. Make
note of this information.
c. Tap the Back Arrow to return to the main Wi-Fi Hotspot page, then check
the box to Enable Wi-Fi Hotspot.
d. From your portable device Wi-Fi set- tings menu, select the Hotspot Name
from the list of available networks and
enter the provided Password.
e. Open the web browser on your portable device and enter the following web
address:
www.att.com/myvehicleaccount.
f. Create a myVehicle account or log in to your existing one.
g. Select and purchase the desired sub- scription option. The Wi-Fi Hotspot
will activate after a few minutes.
For additional assistance, call AT&T Cus-
tomer Care at: 866-595-1330. NOTE:
Your vehicle must have a working electrical
system for any of the in vehicle SiriusXM
Guardian services to operate.
SiriusXM Guardian Remote
Features
If you own a compatible iPhone or Android
powered device, the Uconnect App allows
you to remotely lock or unlock your doors,
start your engine or activate your horn and
lights from virtually anywhere. Your vehicle
must be equipped with remote start, must
have a SiriusXM Guardian subscription, and
must have an operable network connection.
Services can only be used where coverage is
available. You can download the App from
Mopar Owner Connect or from the App Store
(iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android). Visit
UconnectPhone.com to determine if your de-
vice is compatible. For Uconnect Phone cus-
tomer support and to determine if your device
is compatible.
U.S. residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or
call 1-877-855-8400.
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Canadian residents - visitUconnectPhone.com
or call: 1-800-465-2001 (English) or
call:1-800-387-9983 (French).
Remote Start (If Equipped) — This feature
provides the ability to start the engine on your
vehicle, without the keys and from virtually
any distance. You can send a request to your
vehicle in one of two ways:
1. Using the Uconnect App from a compat- ible device.
2. From the Mopar Owner Connect website.
• After 15 minutes if you have not en-tered your vehicle with the key, the
engine will shut off automatically.
• You can also send a command to turn- off an engine that has been remote
started.
• This remote function requires your ve- hicle to be equipped with a factory-
installed Remote Start system. To uti-
lize this feature after the Uconnect App
is downloaded, login with your user
name and password. To use this feature after the Uconncet App is
downloaded, login using your user name and
password. You will need your four digit
SiriusXM Guardian Security PIN to confirm
the request. Press the “remote start” icon on
your Uconnect App to remotely start the ve-
hicle.
You can set-up notifications for your account
to receive an email or text (SMS) message
every time a command is sent. Login to
Mopar Owner Connect at
moparownerconnect.com and click on Edit
Profile to manage SiriusXM Guardian Notifi-
cations.
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
— This feature pro-
vides the ability to lock or unlock the door on
your vehicle, without the keys and from virtu-
ally any distance. You can send a request to
your vehicle in one of three ways:
1. Using the Uconnect App from a compat- ible device.
2. From the Mopar Owner Connect website.
3. By contacting the SiriusXM Guardian Care on the phone. To use this feature after the Uconnect App is
downloaded, login using your user name and
password. You will need your four digit
SiriusXM Guardian Security PIN to confirm
the request. Press the “closed lock” icon on
your Uconnect App to lock the doors, and
press the “open lock” icon to unlock the
driver’s door.
You can set-up notifications for your account
to receive an email or text (SMS) message
every time a command is sent. Login to
Mopar Owner Connect at
moparownerconnect.com and click on Edit
Profile to manage SiriusXM Guardian Notifi-
cations.
Remote Horn And Lights
— It’s easy to locate a
vehicle in a dark, crowded or noisy parking
area by activating the horn and lights. It may
also help if you need to draw attention to your
vehicle for any reason. You can send a re-
quest to your vehicle in one of three ways:
1. Using the Uconnect App from a compat- ible device.
2. From the Mopar Owner Connect website.
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UCONNECT SETTINGS
The Uconnect system allows you to access
Customer Programmable feature settings
such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driv-
ing Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks,
Auto-On Comfort, Engine Off Options, Com-
pass Settings (Uconnect 3 with 5–inch dis-
play), Trailer Brake, Suspension, Audio,
Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup, Restore
Settings, Clear Personal Data, and System
Information through buttons on the touch-
screen.
• Push the SETTINGS button (Uconnect3 With 5–inch Display), or press the “Apps”
button (Uconnect 4/4C NAV With 8.4–inch
Display) located near the bottom of the
touchscreen, then press the “Settings”
button on the touchscreen to access the
Settings screen. When making a selection,
scroll up or down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then press the preferred
setting until a check-mark appears next to
the setting, showing that setting has been
selected. The following feature settings are
available:
• Display
• Suspension
• Voice • Audio
• Clock • Phone/Bluetooth
• Safety & Driving Assistance • SiriusXM Setup
• Lights • Restore Settings
• Doors & Locks • Clear Personal Data
• Auto-On Comfort • System Informa- tion
• Engine Off Options •
Compass Settings
(Uconnect 3)
• Trailer Brake
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicles options, feature
settings may vary.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” found within
“Multimedia” located in your Owner's Manual at
www.mopar.com/en-us/care/owners-manual.html
(U.S. Residents) or www.owners.mopar.ca
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1. To enter a destination, push the VR button
. After the beep, say:
• For the 4C Uconnect System, say: “En-
ter state.”
• For the 4C NAV Uconnect System, say: “Find address 800 Chrysler Drive Au-
burn Hills, Michigan.”
2. Then follow the system prompts.
TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR but-
ton
. After the beep, say: “Find nearest
coffee shop.”
SiriusXM Guardian (4C NAV) — If
Equipped
CAUTION!
Some SiriusXM Guardian services, includ-
ing SOS Call and Roadside Assistance Call
will NOT work without an operable LTE
(voice/data) or 3G or 4G (data) network
connection compatible with your device.
NOTE:
Your vehicle may be transmitting data as
authorized by the subscriber.
An included trial and/or subscription is re-
quired to take advantage of the SiriusXM
Guardian services in the next section of this
guide. To register with SiriusXM Guardian,
press the Apps button on the Uconnect
4C/4C NAV touchscreen to get started. NOTE:
SiriusXM Guardian is available only on
equipped vehicles purchased within the con-
tinental United States, Alaska, Hawaii and
Canada. Services can only be used where
coverage is available; see coverage map for
details.
SOS Call
Theft Alarm Notification
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Send & Go
Vehicle Finder
Stolen Vehicle Assistance
Remote Vehicle Start**
Remote Horn & Lights
Roadside Assistance Call
Vehicle Health Reports**
Vehicle Health Alert**
Performance Pages Plus**
**If vehicle is equipped.
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Register (4C NAV)
To unlock the full potential of SiriusXM
Guardian in your vehicle, you must activate
your SiriusXM Guardian services.
1. Press the Apps icon on the bottom of yourin-vehicle touchscreen.
2. Select the Activate Services icon from your list of apps.
3. Select “Customer Care” to speak with a SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care agent
who will activate services in your vehicle,
or select “Enter Email” to activate on the
web.
• U.S. residents visit: www.siriusxm.com/guardian.
• Canadian residents visit: www.siriusxm.com/guardian/ca.
Vehicle Health Report/Alert (4C
NAV)
Your vehicle will send you a monthly email
report, which summarizes the performance of
your vehicle’s key systems so you can stay on
top of your vehicle’s maintenance needs if you are registered for SiriusXM Guardian.
Your vehicle will also send you Vehicle Health
Alerts when it detects issues with its key
systems that need your attention. For further
information, refer to your owner’s manual.
Mobile App (4C NAV)
You’re only a few steps away from using
remote commands.
To use the Uconnect App:
• Download the Uconnect App to your mobile
device.
• Press the Info button on the navigation bar at the bottom of the app for Vehicle Info.
• Press the Remote button on the navigation bar at the bottom of the app to Lock/
Unlock, Remote Start, and activate your
horn and lights remotely.
• Press the Location button on the navigation bar at the bottom of the app to bring up a
map to locate your vehicle or send a loca-
tion to your vehicle’s navigation system.
• Press the Settings button in the upper left corner of the app to bring up app settings
and access the Assist Call Centers.
NOTE:
For further information please visit
DriveUconnect.com (U.S. Residents) or
DriveUconnect.ca (Canadian Residents).
SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV)
Need to find a gas station, view local movie
listings, check a sports score or the5-day
weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link is a
Mobile App
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Accessories..................287
Mopar ...................287
Adding Fuel ..........181, 182, 186
Additives, Fuel ................182
Adjustable Pedals ...............30
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ............106
Air Bag Warning Light .........104
Enhanced Accident Response .114, 227
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ......227
If A Deployment Occurs ........113
Knee Impact Bolsters .........107
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . .114
Transporting Pets ............133
Air Bag Light ...........76, 104, 135
Air Bag Maintenance ............114
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ...........249, 252
Air Conditioning Filter ............48
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ......48
Air Conditioning System ...........47
Air Filter ...................252
Air Pressure, Tires ..............265
Air Suspension ............170, 172
Alarm, Panic ..................15 Alarm (Security Alarm)
.........18, 77
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .......18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........278
Capacities ................279
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...........81
Audio Jack ..................325
Automatic Headlights ............33
Automatic High Beams ...........33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .47
Automatic Transmission ..........156
Fluid Type .........282, 284, 286
Shifting ..............158, 160
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ....................157
Axle Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Back-Up ...................179
Back-Up Camera ..............179
Battery .....................

77
Charging System Light .........77
Belts, Seat ..................134
Body Builders Guide ..............2
B-Pillar Location ..............261
Brake Fluid ..............282, 284 Brake System
Warning Light ...............76
Brake/Transmission Interlock .......156
Bulb Replacement .............202
Bulbs, Light ..............136, 202
Camera ....................179
Camera, Rear ................179
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................279
Capacities, Fluid ...........278, 279
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...............243
Carbon Monoxide Warning .........134
Cargo Light ...................34
Chart, Tire Sizing ..............258
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . .134
Checks, Safety ................134
Child Restraint ................115
Child Restraints Booster Seats ..............118
Child Restraints .............115
Child Seat Installation .....126, 127
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt ....................125
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Infants And Child Restraints.....117
Locating The LATCH Anchorages . .123
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children .................120
Older Children And Child Restraints .118
Seating Positions ............119
Cleaning Wheels ..................271
Climate Control ................36
Manual ...................36
Clock .....................299
Clock Setting .................299
Compact Spare Tire .............269
Contract, Service ..............353
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ........278, 279
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) .....278, 280, 283, 285
Cruise Light ................83, 84
Customer Assistance ............352
Customer Programmable Features . . . .324
Daytime Running Lights ...........32
Dealer Service ............249, 252
Defroster, Windshield ............135
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers .........35
Diagnostic System, Onboard ........84Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming . .251, 256
Dimmer Switch, Headlight
.........32
Disturb ....................338
Door Ajar ....................78
Door Ajar Light ................78
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter . .249,
253
Driver's Seat Back Tilt ............22
Dual Rear Wheels ..............276
Electrical Power Outlets ...........55
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..........162, 164, 166, 168
Electronic Range Select (ERS) .............158, 159, 161
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................176
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .....................77
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .....224
Hazard Warning Flasher ........202
Jump Starting ..............218
Towing ..................225
Engine . . .243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248 Air
Cleaner ............249, 252
Block Heater ...........145, 148 Break-In Recommendations . .153, 154
Compartment . . . .243, 246, 247, 248
Compartment
Identification
........243, 244, 245
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . .280, 283, 285
Exhaust Gas Caution ..........134
Fuel Requirements ...........278
Identification ........246, 247, 248
Idling ...................151
Jump Starting ..............218
Oil ..........278, 280, 283, 285
Oil Filler Cap ..............243
Oil Selection ..............278
Overheating ...............220
Starting ..............139, 142
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ...............114, 227
Exhaust Gas Caution ............134
Exhaust System ...............134
Exterior Lighting ...............32
Exterior Lights .............32, 136
Filters Air Cleaner ...............249
Air Conditioning .............48
Engine Fuel ...........249, 253
Engine Oil .........280, 283, 285
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Phone (Uconnect)..............332
Pickup Box ..............57, 59, 63
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .261
Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......203
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ................55, 56
Sunroof ..................49
Power Steering Fluid ............282
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .....101
Pretensioners Seat Belts ................102
Radial Ply Tires ...............266
Radio Presets ........293, 296, 301, 310
Radio 3.0 ...................292
Radio Frequency General Information ......16, 18, 21
Radio Operation ...............300
Radio Screens ................306
Radio (Sound Systems) ..........300
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails ........62
Rear ParkSense System ..........179
Rear Seat, Folding ..............22
Recreational Towing .............196 Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N)
...............198
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ...............199
Release, Hood .................50
Reminder, Lights On .............32
Reminder, Seat Belt .............94
Remote Keyless Entry ............15
Panic Alarm ................15
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode ........18
Replacement Bulbs .............202
Replacement Tires .............267
Reporting Safety Defects ..........354
Resetting Perform Service Indicator . . .239
Restraint, Head ................27
Restraints, Child ...............115
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .......134
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ......136
Safety Defects, Reporting .........354
Safety, Exhaust Gas .............134
Safety
Information, Tire ..........257
Safety Tips ..................134
Schedule, Maintenance .......230, 234
SD Card Port .................325 Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt
Anchorage .................98
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .102
Energy Management Feature .....102
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ......97
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting .....98
Pregnant Women ............101
Seat Belt Extender ...........101
Seat Belt Pretensioner ........102
Seat Belt Reminder ............94
Seat Belt Reminder ..............94
Seat Belts ................94, 134
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ........98
Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Anchorage .................98
Child Restraint .............115
Extender .................101
Front Seat ..............94, 97
Inspection ................134
Operating Instructions .........97
Pregnant Women ............101
Pretensioners ..............102
Reminder .................76
Untwisting Procedure ..........98
Seats ......................22
Adjustment ................22
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