Ac system Ram 2500 2017 Owner's Manual

ParkView BackupCamera Delay
NOTE: When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited
and the navigation or audio screen appears again. When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay
turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of
REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK or the
ignition is switched to the OFF position.
Rain Sensing Auto Wipers — If Equipped
NOTE: When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the wind-
shield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield.
Hill Start Assist —If Equipped
NOTE: When the “Hill Start Assist” feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system becomes active.
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Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated
Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected
the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn on.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Tire Jack Mode OnOff
NOTE: When this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to prevent auto leveling of the suspension,
while the vehicle is on a jack changing a tire.
Transport Mode OnOff
NOTE: When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed
towing.
Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE: The “Wheel Alignment Mode” feature prevents auto leveling of the air suspension while performing a wheel
alignment service. Before performing a wheel alignment, this mode must be enabled. Refer to your authorized dealer
for further information.
Trailer Brake
After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Trailer Select Trailer 1Trailer 2Trailer 3 Trailer 4
Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOHHeavy EOH
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Phone/Bluetooth
After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touch-
screen the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Paired Phones List of Paired Phones
NOTE:
The “Paired Phones” feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information,
refer to the Uconnect Owner ’s Manual Supplement.
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Channel Skip List of Channels
NOTE: SiriusXM can be programmed to exclude undesirable channels while scanning. To make your selection, press
the “Channel Skip” button on the touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip.
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Clear Personal Data
After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button on
the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Clear Personal Data YesCancel
NOTE: When this feature is selected it will remove all personal data including Bluetooth devices and presets. If “Yes”
is selected a pop-up will appear asking Are you sure you want to clear all personal data?” select “Yes” to Clear, or
“Cancel” to exit.
System Information
After pressing the “System Information” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
System Information System Software Information Screen
NOTE:
When the “System Information” feature is selected, a “System Software Information” screen will appear, displaying
the system software version.
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Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect
8.4/8.4 NAV Personal Settings
Press the “Apps” button on the touchscreen then press the
“Settings” button on the touchscreen to display the settings
menu screen. In this mode the Uconnect system allows you
to access programmable features that may be equipped
such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance,
Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped),
Engine Off Options, Suspension, Trailer Brake, Audio,
Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore
Settings, Clear Personal Data and System Information.
NOTE:Only one category may be selected at a time. When making a selection, press the button on the touch-
screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired
mode, press and release the preferred setting until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected. Once the setting is complete,
either press the back arrow button on the touchscreen or
the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous
menu or press the “X” button on the touchscreen to close
out of the settings screen. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow
buttons on the touchscreen on the right side of the screen
will allow you to toggle up or down through the list of
available settings.
NOTE:
All settings should be changed with the ignition in
the RUN position.
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Display
After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen, the
following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Display Mode DayNight Auto
NOTE: When Day or Night is selected for the Display Mode, the usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause the
radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control even though the headlights are on.
Display Brightness With Headlights ON +–
NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights ON setting, the headlights must be on and the
interior dimmer switch must not be in the partyorparade positions.
Display Brightness With Headlights OFF +–
NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights OFF setting, the headlights must be off and the
interior dimmer switch must not be in the partyorparade positions.
Set Theme Pre-configured Themes
Set Language English, Français, Español
NOTE: Arabic is available for the navigation system (if equipped) only.
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Safety & Driving Assistance
After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on
the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
ParkSense Sound Only Sound and Display
NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in
REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h).
Front ParkSense Chime Volume Low
Med High
Rear ParkSense Chime Volume Low
Med High
Tilt Side Mirrors In
Reverse — If Equipped
NOTE: When the “Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse” feature is selected, the outside side-view mirrors will tilt downward
when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The mirrors
will move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Rain Sensing Auto Wipers — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE: When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the wind-
shield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield.
Hill Start Assist —If Equipped On
Off
Setting Name Selectable Options
Two Or Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped Tire Jack Mode Transport Mode Wheel Alignment
ModeProtection Mode
NOTE: There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is
selected to assist in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed
towed. Wheel Alignment Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to your authorized dealer for
information. Protection Mode will automatically be selected to “protect” the air suspension system when the payload
has been exceeded or load leveling cannot be achieved.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob —If Equipped
NOTE:
•The “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver
mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
•The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” is set to on) when
the key fob is used to unlock the door.
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/
Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped Off
Remote Start All Starts
NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected
the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C), the driver vented seat will turn on.
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