RAM 1500 2022 Owners Manual
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ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR 
SUSPENSION SYSTEM (OFF-ROAD GROUP) — 
IF EQUIPPED  
DESCRIPTION
The air suspension system provides full-time 
load-leveling capability along with the benefit of 
being able to adjust vehicle height by using the 
toggle switch.
Rebel Air Suspension Controls
Off-Road (OR) (Raises the vehicle approximately 
1 inch [26 mm]) – This position is intended for 
off-roading use only where maximum ground 
clearance is required. To enter OR, push the 
height selector switch up once from the NRH 
position while vehicle speed is below 20 mph 
(32 km/h). While in OR, if the vehicle speed 
exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h) the vehicle height  will be automatically lowered to NRH. Off-Road 
may not be available due to vehicle payload, an 
instrument cluster display message will be 
shown when this occurs  Ú
page 114.
Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard 
position of the suspension and is meant for 
normal driving.
Aero Height (Lowers the vehicle approximately 
0.6 inches [15 mm])  – This position provides 
improved aerodynamics by lowering the vehicle. 
The vehicle will automatically enter Automatic 
Aero Mode when the vehicle speed remains 
between 62 mph (100 km/h) and 66 mph 
(106 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the 
vehicle speed exceeds 66 mph (106 km/h). The 
vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode if the 
vehicle speed remains between 30 mph 
(48 km/h) and 35 mph (56 km/h) for greater 
than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed falls 
below 30 mph (48 km/h).
1 — Off-Road Indicator (Customer Selectable)
2 — Normal Ride Height Indicator 
(Customer Selectable)
3 — Aero Height Indicator (Customer Selectable)
4 — Entry/Exit Height Indicator 
(Customer Selectable)
CAUTION!
If the vehicle is in Off-Road setting, be aware of 
your surroundings, you may not have the 
clearance required for certain areas and vehicle 
damage may occur.
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NOTE:
Automatic Aero mode will be disabled if a 
trailer is detected to prevent shifting loads.
Speed thresholds for raising or lowering the 
vehicle only apply if Automatic Aero Mode is 
enabled through vehicle settings on your 
Uconnect Radio.
To enter Aero Height manually push the 
height selector switch down once from NRH 
at any vehicle speed. To return to NRH push 
the height selector switch up once while 
vehicle speed is less than 56 mph (90 km/
h).
Automatic Aero Mode may be disabled 
through vehicle settings on your Uconnect 
Radio.
Entry/Exit Height (Lowers the vehicle approxi -
mately 3 inches [73 mm])  – This position lowers 
the vehicle for easier passenger entry and exit 
as well as lowering the vehicle for easier loading 
and unloading of cargo. To enter Entry/Exit 
Mode, push the height selector switch down 
twice from the NRH while the vehicle speed is 
below 33 mph (53 km/h). Once the vehicle 
speed goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) the 
vehicle height will begin to lower. If the vehicle 
speed remains between 15 mph (24 km/h) and 
25 mph (40 km/h) for greater than 60 seconds, 
or the vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h) 
the Entry/Exit change will be canceled. To return  to Normal Height Mode, push the height 
selector switch up twice while in Entry/Exit or 
drive the vehicle over 15 mph (24 km/h). Entry/
Exit Height may not be available due to vehicle 
payload, an instrument cluster display message 
will be shown when this occurs  Ú
page 114.
The system requires that the ignition be in the ON/
RUN position or the engine running for all user 
requested changes. When lowering the vehicle, all 
of the doors must be closed. If a door is opened at 
any time while the vehicle is lowering, the change 
will not be completed until the open door(s) is 
closed.
This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern 
which keeps the headlights from incorrectly 
shining into oncoming traffic. When raising the 
vehicle, the rear of the vehicle will move up first 
and then the front. When lowering the vehicle, the 
front will move down first and then the rear.
After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that 
the air suspension system operates briefly; this is 
normal. The system is correcting the position of the 
vehicle to ensure a proper appearance. To assist with changing a spare tire, the air 
suspension system has a feature which allows the 
automatic leveling to be disabled  Ú
page 234.
NOTE:Default Ride Height:
Select Aero Height or Normal Ride Height as the 
default for all vehicle speeds and operation. 
This is the selected height that the suspension 
will level for speed changes (e.g. raising from 
Entry/Exit Height at speed, lowering from Off 
Road Height at speed, etc.).
Default ride height can be changed by manually 
adjusting the Air Suspension switch to Normal 
Ride Height or Aero Ride Height and staying in 
the selected height for 2.5 seconds. It will be 
stored as the default ride height and the height 
will be maintained until a new default ride 
height is selected.
If equipped with a touchscreen radio, all enabling/
disabling of air suspension features must be done 
through the radio  Ú page 234.
CAUTION!
When in ENTRY/EXIT Height, be aware of your 
surroundings, you may not have the clearance 
required for certain areas and vehicle damage 
may occur.
WARNING!
The air suspension system uses a high pressure 
volume of air to operate the system. To avoid 
personal injury or damage to the system, see an 
authorized dealer for service.
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AIR SUSPENSION MODES
The air suspension system has multiple modes to 
protect the system in unique situations:
Automatic Aero Mode
To improve aerodynamics, the air suspension 
system has a feature which will put the vehicle into 
Aero height automatically at higher speeds  
Úpage 114.
Tire Jack Mode
To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension 
system has a feature which allows the automatic 
leveling to be disabled  Ú page 234.
Transport Mode
For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the 
road, the air suspension system has a feature 
which will put the vehicle into Entry/Exit height and 
disable the automatic load leveling system  
Ú page 234.
Wheel Alignment Mode
Before performing a wheel alignment, this mode 
must be enabled which moves the vehicle to 
normal ride height and disables the automatic 
leveling  Ú page 234.
Protection Strategy
In order to protect the air suspension system, the 
vehicle will disable load leveling as required 
(suspension overloaded, battery charge low, etc.).  Load leveling will automatically resume as soon as 
system operation requirements are met. See an 
authorized dealer if system does not resume.
NOTE:For towing with air suspension  Ú
page 212.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 
M
ESSAGES
When the appropriate conditions exist, a message 
will appear in the instrument cluster display  
Ú page 114.
An audible chime will be heard whenever a system 
error has been detected.
See an authorized dealer for system service if 
normal operation does not resume.
OPERATION
Air Suspension Switch
 The indicator lamps 1 through 4 will illuminate to 
show the current position of the vehicle. Flashing 
indicator lamps will show a position which the 
system is working to achieve. When raising or 
lowering, the flashing indicator lamp is the position 
the system is working to achieve.
Pushing the height selector switch up once will 
move the suspension one position higher from the 
current position, assuming all conditions are met 
(i.e., key in ON/RUN position, engine running, 
speed below threshold, etc.). The height selector 
switch can be pushed up multiple times, each push 
will raise the requested level by one position up to 
a maximum position of OR or the highest position 
allowed based on current conditions (i.e., vehicle 
speed, etc.).
Pushing the height selector switch down once will 
move the suspension one position lower from the 
current level, assuming all conditions are met (i.e., 
key in ON/RUN position, engine running, doors 
closed, speed below threshold, etc.). The height 
selector switch can be pushed down multiple 
times, each push will lower the requested level by 
one position down to a minimum of Entry/Exit 
Mode or the lowest position allowed based on 
current conditions (i.e., vehicle speed, etc.).
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Automatic height changes will occur based on 
vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The 
indicator lamps and instrument cluster display 
messages will operate the same for automatic 
changes and user requested changes.
Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, 2, and 
1 will be illuminated.
Normal Ride Height (NRH) – Indicator lamps 4, 
3, and 2 will be illuminated.
Aero Height– Indicator lamps 4 and 3 will be illu -
minated.
Entry/Exit – Indicator lamp 4 will be illuminated. 
Entry/Exit can be requested up to 33 mph 
(53 km/h). If vehicle speed is reduced to, and 
kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator lamp 3 
will flash and indicator lamp 4 will remain solid 
until Entry/Exit is achieved at which point indi -
cator lamp 3 will turn off.
Automatic Aero Mode – Indicator lamps 5 and 4 
will be illuminated.
Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illu -
minated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving 
the vehicle or disabling through the Uconnect 
settings.
Tire/Jack Mode – Indicator lamps 4 and 1 will 
be illuminated. Tire/Jack Mode is disabled by 
driving the vehicle or disabling through the 
Uconnect settings.
Wheel Alignment Mode – Indicator lamps 2, 3, 
and 4 will be illuminated. Wheel Alignment 
Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle or 
disabling through the Uconnect settings.
AXLE LOCK SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This vehicle is equipped with an electronically 
locking rear differential. When engaged, this 
differential locks the axle shafts forcing the wheels 
to spin at an equal rate. The locking of the rear 
differential should only be engaged during 
low-speed, extreme off-road situations where one 
wheel is likely to not be in contact with the ground. 
It is not recommended to drive the vehicle with the 
differentials locked on pavement due to the 
reduced ability to turn and speed limitations.
AXLE LOCK Button
 The locking rear axle is controlled by the AXLE 
LOCK button.
Under normal driving conditions, the rear axle 
should be unlocked.
During the command to lock the rear axle, the 
indicator light will flash until the axle is locked. 
After the lock command has been successfully 
executed, the light will remain on solid.
Operating in 4WD LOW the locker can be engaged 
up to 40 mph (64 km/h) and will remain engaged 
throughout the 4WD LOW speed range.
CAUTION!
Do not lock the rear axle on hard surfaced 
roads. The ability to steer the vehicle is 
reduced and damage to the drivetrain may 
occur when the axle is locked on hard 
surfaced roads.
Do not try to lock the rear axle if the vehicle is 
stuck and the tires are spinning. You can 
damage drivetrain components. Lock the rear 
axle before attempting situations or navi
-
gating terrain, which could possibly cause the 
vehicle to become stuck.
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Operating the locker in 2WD, 4WD AUTO, and 
4WD LOCK/HIGH, the locker can be engaged up to 
20 mph (32 km/h). While driving with the locker 
engaged, if speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h), the 
locker will automatically disengage, but will 
automatically re-engage at 20 mph (32 km/h).
NOTE:Left to right wheel speed difference may be 
necessary to allow the rear axle to fully lock. If the 
indicator light is flashing after selecting the rear 
axle lock mode, drive the vehicle in a turn or on 
loose gravel to expedite the locking action. 
The axle locker could become torque locked due to 
side to side loads on the rear axle. Driving slowly 
while turning the steering wheel from a left hand 
turn to a right hand turn or driving in REVERSE for 
a short distance may be required to release the 
torque lock and unlock the axles.
To unlock the rear axle, push the AXLE LOCK 
button. The AXLE LOCK indicator light will go out 
when the rear axle is unlocked.
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL — 
IF EQUIPPED  
The limited-slip differential provides additional 
traction on snow, ice, mud, sand and gravel, 
particularly when there is a difference between the 
traction characteristics of the surface under the 
right and left rear wheels. During normal driving  and cornering, the limited-slip unit performs 
similarly to a conventional differential. On slippery 
surfaces, however, the differential delivers more of 
the driving effort to the rear wheel having the 
better traction.
The limited-slip differential is especially helpful 
during slippery driving conditions. With both rear 
wheels on a slippery surface, a slight application of 
the accelerator will supply maximum traction. 
When starting with only one rear wheel on an 
excessively slippery surface, slight momentary 
application of the parking brake may be necessary 
to gain maximum traction.
Care should be taken to avoid sudden 
accelerations when both rear wheels are on a 
slippery surface. This could cause both rear wheels 
to spin, and allow the vehicle to slide sideways on 
the crowned surface of a road or in a turn.
POWER STEERING 
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING 
The electric power steering system will provide 
increased vehicle response and ease of 
maneuverability. The power steering system 
adapts to different driving conditions.
If the steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the 
vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service. 
It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering 
assistance.
If the steering icon is displayed and the “POWER 
STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is 
displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this 
indicates an over temperature condition in the 
power steering system. Once driving conditions are 
safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few 
moments until the icon and message turn off  
Ú
page 114.
If the steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE 
POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is 
displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this 
indicates the vehicle needs to be taken to the 
dealer for service  Ú page 114.
WARNING!
When servicing vehicles equipped with a 
limited-slip or locking differential, never run the 
engine with one rear wheel off the ground as the 
vehicle may drive through the rear wheel 
remaining on the ground and result in 
unintended movement.
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NOTE:
Even if the power steering assistance is no 
longer operational, it is still possible to steer the 
vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a 
substantial increase in steering effort, espe -
cially at low speeds and during parking maneu -
vers.
If the condition persists, see an authorized 
dealer for service.
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINES 
ONLY — IF EQUIPPED
This feature offers improved fuel economy by 
shutting off four of the engine's eight cylinders 
during light load and cruise conditions. The system 
is automatic with no driver inputs or additional 
driving skills required.
NOTE:This system may take some time to return to full 
functionality after a battery disconnect.
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Stop/Start function, included with eTorque 
equipped vehicles, is developed to save fuel and 
reduce emissions. The system will stop the engine 
automatically as the vehicle decelerates at low 
speeds if the required conditions are met.  Releasing the brake pedal or shifting out of DRIVE 
will automatically restart the engine.
Vehicles equipped with eTorque contain a 
heavy-duty motor generator and an additional 
hybrid electric battery to store energy from vehicle 
deceleration used to expand engine off energy 
storage and for engine startup after a stop, as well 
as providing engine torque assist when conditions 
are met to enable this.
AUTOSTOP MODE
The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every 
normal customer engine start. It will remain in 
STOP/START NOT READY until you drive forward 
with a vehicle speed greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). 
At that time, the system will go into STOP/START 
READY and if all other conditions are met, the 
system may go into STOP/START AUTOSTOP 
ACTIVE Autostop mode.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following 
Must Occur:
1. The system must be in STOP/START READY 
state. A STOP/START READY message will be 
displayed in the instrument cluster within the 
Stop/Start section 
  Ú
page 114.
2. The vehicle must be decelerating and likely  coming to a complete stop.
3. The transmission gear selector must be in  DRIVE and the brake pedal pressed. The engine will shut down, the tachometer will 
move to the zero position and the stop/start 
telltale will illuminate indicating you are in an 
Autostop. While in an Autostop, the Climate 
Controls system may automatically adjust airflow 
to maintain cabin comfort. Customer settings will 
be maintained upon return to an engine running 
condition.
POSSIBLE REASONS THE ENGINE DOES 
N
OT AUTOSTOP
Prior to engine shut down, the system will check 
many safety and comfort conditions to see if they 
are fulfilled. In following situations, the engine will 
not Autostop:
Driver’s seat belt is not buckled
Driver’s door is not closed
The vehicle is on a steep grade
Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an 
acceptable cabin temperature has not been 
achieved
HVAC is set to full defrost mode at a high blower 
speed
Engine has not reached normal operating 
temperature
Engine or exhaust temperature is too high
The battery is charging
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The transmission is not in DRIVE
Hood is open
Transfer case is in 4WD LOW
TOW/HAUL mode is selected
Accelerator pedal input
Excessive 12 Volt loads
Brake application is adequate to obtain and 
maintain a stop
It may be possible to operate the vehicle several 
consecutive times in extreme conditions and not 
meet all criteria to enable an Autostop state.
TO START THE ENGINE WHILE IN 
A
UTOSTOP MODE
While in DRIVE, the engine will start when the 
brake pedal is released or the throttle pedal is 
pressed and the transmission will automatically 
reengage upon engine restart.
Conditions That Will Cause The Engine To Start 
Automatically While In Autostop Mode
The engine will start automatically when:
The transmission selector is moved from DRIVE 
to REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or PARK
To maintain cabin temperature near the HVAC 
settings
HVAC is set to full defrost mode
12 Volt demand requires engine restart
Stop/Start OFF switch is pushed
Transfer case is in 4WD LOW
The emissions system override is present
A Stop/Start system error is present
Conditions That Force An Automatic Shift To Park 
While In Autostop Mode
The engine will not start automatically and the 
transmission will be placed in PARK if:
The driver door is open and brake pedal 
released
The driver door is open and the driver seat belt 
is unbuckled
The engine hood has been opened
A Stop/Start system error is present
The engine may then be restarted by moving the 
transmission shift selector out of PARK (e.g., to 
DRIVE) or, in some cases, only by a key start. The 
instrument cluster will display a “SHIFT OUT OF 
PARK” message, or a “STOP/START KEY START 
REQUIRED” message, to indicate which action is 
required  Ú page 114.
TO MANUALLY TURN OFF THE STOP/
S
TART SYSTEM
Stop/Start OFF Switch
Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the 
switch bank). The light on the switch will illuminate. 
The “STOP/START OFF” message will appear in the 
instrument cluster display and the Autostop mode 
will be disabled  Ú page 114.
NOTE:The Stop/Start system will reset itself back to the 
ON position every time the ignition is turned OFF 
and back ON.
TO MANUALLY TURN ON THE STOP/
S
TART SYSTEM
Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the 
switch bank). The light on the switch will turn off.
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SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
If there is a malfunction in the Stop/Start system, 
the system will not shut down the engine. A 
“SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message will 
appear in the instrument cluster display  
Úpage 128.
The system will need to be checked by an 
authorized dealer.
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED 
Your vehicle may be equipped with the Cruise 
Control system, or the Adaptive Cruise Control 
(ACC) system:
Cruise Control will keep your vehicle at a 
constant preset speed.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) will adjust the 
vehicle speed up to the preset speed to main -
tain a distance with the vehicle ahead.
NOTE:
In vehicles equipped with ACC, if ACC is not 
enabled, Fixed Speed Cruise Control will not 
detect vehicles directly ahead of you. Always be 
aware of the feature selected.
Only one Cruise Control feature can operate at a 
time. For example, if Fixed Speed Cruise Control 
is enabled, Adaptive Cruise Control will be 
unavailable, and vice versa.
CRUISE CONTROL
When engaged, the Cruise Control takes over 
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 
20 mph (32 km/h).
The Cruise Control buttons are located on the right 
side of the steering wheel.
Cruise Control Buttons
To Activate
Push the on/off button to activate the Cruise 
Control. The cruise indicator light in the instrument 
cluster display will illuminate. To turn the system 
off, push the on/off button a second time. The 
cruise indicator light will turn off. The system 
should be turned off when not in use.
1 — SET (+)/Accel
2 — CANC/Cancel
3 — SET (-)/Decel
4 — On/Off
5 — RES/Resume
WARNING!
Cruise Control can be dangerous where the 
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your 
vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and 
you could lose control and have an accident. Do 
not use Cruise Control in heavy traffic or on 
roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or 
slippery.
WARNING!
Leaving the Cruise Control system on when not 
in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set 
the system or cause it to go faster than you 
want. You could lose control and have an 
accident. Always ensure the system is off when 
you are not using it.
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To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Cruise Control on.
When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, 
push the SET (+) or SET (-) button and release. 
Release the accelerator and the vehicle will 
operate at the selected speed.
NOTE:The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed 
and on level ground before pushing the SET (+) or 
SET (-) button.
To Vary The Speed Setting
To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed
After setting a speed, you can increase the set 
speed by pushing the SET (+) button, or decrease 
speed by pushing the SET  (-) button.
U.S. Speed (mph)
Pushing the SET (+) , or SET (-) button once will 
result in a 1 mph speed adjustment. Each 
subsequent tap of the button results in an 
adjustment of 1 mph.
If the button is continually pushed, the set 
speed will continue to adjust in 5 mph incre -
ments until the button is released. The new set 
speed is reflected in the instrument cluster 
display. Metric Speed (km/h)
Pushing the SET (+)
, or SET (-) button once will 
result in a 1 km/h speed adjustment. Each 
subsequent tap of the button results in an 
adjustment of 1 km/h.
If the button is continually pushed, the set 
speed will continue to adjust in 10 km/h incre -
ments until the button is released. The new set 
speed is reflected in the instrument cluster 
display.
NOTE:When you override and push the SET  (+) or SET  (-) 
button, the new set speed will be the current speed 
of the vehicle.
To Accelerate For Passing
While the Cruise Control is set, press the 
accelerator to pass as you would normally. When 
the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the 
set speed.
USING CRUISE CONTROL ON HILLS
The transmission may downshift on hills to 
maintain the vehicle set speed.
The Cruise Control system maintains speed up and 
down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills 
is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or 
gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive 
without Cruise Control.
To Resume Speed 
To resume a previously set speed, push the RES 
button and release. Resume can be used at any 
speed above 20 mph (32 km/h).
To Deactivate 
A tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC 
(cancel) button, or normal brake pressure while 
slowing the vehicle will deactivate the Cruise 
Control system without erasing the set speed from 
memory.
The following conditions will also deactivate the 
Cruise Control system without erasing the set 
speed from memory:
Vehicle parking brake is applied
Stability event occurs
Gear selector is moved out of DRIVE
Engine overspeed occurs
WARNING!
Cruise Control can be dangerous where the 
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your 
vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and 
you could lose control and have an accident. Do 
not use Cruise Control in heavy traffic or on 
roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or 
slippery.
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(Continued)
Pushing the on/off button or placing the ignition in 
the OFF position, erases the set speed from 
memory.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving 
convenience provided by Cruise Control while 
traveling on highways and major roadways. 
However, it is not a safety system and not designed 
to prevent collisions. The Cruise Control function 
performs differently 
 Ú page 176.
ACC will allow you to keep Cruise Control engaged 
in light to moderate traffic conditions without the 
constant need to reset your speed. ACC utilizes a 
radar sensor and a forward facing camera 
designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you 
to maintain a set speed.
NOTE:
If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC 
will apply limited braking or acceleration (not to 
exceed the original set speed) automatically to 
maintain a preset following distance, while 
matching the speed of the vehicle ahead.
Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica -
tions to the vehicle will affect the performance 
of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Colli -
sion Warning system.
Fixed Speed Cruise Control (ACC not enabled) 
will not detect vehicles directly ahead of you. 
Always be aware of the feature selected  
Ú page 480.
WARNING!
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve -
nience system. It is not a substitute for active 
driver involvement. It is always the driver’s 
responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, 
and weather conditions, vehicle speed, 
distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most 
importantly, brake operation to ensure safe 
operation of the vehicle under all road condi -
tions. Your complete attention is always 
required while driving to maintain safe control 
of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warn -
ings can result in a collision and death or 
serious personal injury.
The ACC system:
Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming 
vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a 
stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a 
disabled vehicle).
Cannot take street, traffic, and weather 
conditions into account, and may be 
limited upon adverse sight distance condi -
tions.
Does not always fully recognize complex 
driving conditions, which can result in 
wrong or missing distance warnings.
Will bring your vehicle to a complete stop 
while following a vehicle ahead and hold 
your vehicle for approximately three 
minutes in the stop position. If the vehicle 
ahead does not start moving within three 
minutes the parking brake will be acti -
vated, and the ACC system will be 
cancelled.
You should switch off the ACC system:
When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, 
sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situa -
tions (i.e., in highway construction zones).
When entering a turn lane or highway off 
ramp; when driving on roads that are winding, 
icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep 
uphill or downhill slopes.
When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes.
When circumstances do not allow safe driving 
at a constant speed.
WARNING!
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