ECU Ram 2500 2019 Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 13
 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....................................... 14
Essential Information .................................................... 14
Symbols ........................................................................... 14
 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....................................... 15
 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ................................ 15
 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ........... 15
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED...................... 16
 KEYS ..................................................................................... 18
Key Fob ........................................................................... 18
 IGNITION SWITCH ......................................................... 25
Keyless Push Button Ignition....................................... 25
 REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .................................. 27
How To Use Remote Start ............................................ 27
Remote Start Abort Message........................................ 28
To Enter Remote Start Mode........................................ 28
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ............................................................................ 29

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle ..... 29

Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped......... 29
General Information ..................................................... 29 
SENTRY KEY .......................................................................30
Key Programming ........................................................30
Replacement Keys ........................................................31
General Information .....................................................31
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM .......................................32
To Arm The System .......................................................32
To Disarm The System ..................................................32
Rearming Of The System ..............................................33
Security System Manual Override ..............................33
 DOORS .................................................................................33
Manual Door Locks .......................................................33
Power Door Locks — If Equipped .............................35
Power Side Steps — If Equipped ..............................35
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry ........................36
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped .....................39
Child-Protection Door Lock ........................................39
 SEATS ................................................................................40
Manual Front Seat Adjustment....................................41
Manual Rear Seat Adjustment .....................................42
Power Driver Seat Adjustment — If Equipped .........43
Driver Memory Seats — If Equipped .......................45
Heated Seats — If Equipped ........................................49
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped...................................50

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CLIMATE CONTROLS ..................................................... 79
Climate Controls Without A Touchscreen
Overview ...................................................................... 79
Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Overview .... 83
Climate Control Functions ........................................... 90
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ................... 91
Operating Tips .............................................................. 91
 WINDOWS .......................................................................... 94
Power Windows ........................................................... 94
Wind Buffeting .............................................................. 97
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........................... 97
Single Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............. 97
 HOOD ............................................................................. 101
To Open The Hood ..................................................... 101
To Close The Hood...................................................... 102
 TAILGATE ......................................................................... 102
Opening ........................................................................ 102
Closing .......................................................................... 103
Bed Step — If Equipped ............................................. 103
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 104
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink ........... 105
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ................. 108
Using HomeLink ......................................................... 110
Security ......................................................................... 110
Troubleshooting Tips .................................................. 110
General Information .................................................... 110 
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ...............................................111
Storage ...........................................................................111
Cupholders ..................................................................122
Electrical Power Outlets ............................................124
Power Inverter — If Equipped ................................. 126
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ...................129
Overhead Sunglass Storage........................................130
 PICKUP BOX .....................................................................130
Cargo Camera — If Equipped ...................................132
 RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED .............................................134
RamBox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins............... 134
RamBox Safety Warning .............................................137
Bed Divider — If Equipped........................................138
Bed Rail Tie-Down System .......................................142
 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS .......................................................144
Camper Applications ..................................................144
 EASY-OFF TAILGATE ....................................................144
Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote
Keyless Entry ................................................................144
Removing The Tailgate ...............................................146
Locking Tailgate........................................................... 146
 TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ....... 147
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal.............................147
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation ........................ 153
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning ............................159

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .............. 160
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions.... 161
 PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ........................... 163
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............. 164
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ............................. 165
Instrument Cluster Display Controls ....................... 165
Oil Life Reset ............................................................... 167
Display Menu Items .................................................... 169
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions —
If Equipped ................................................................ 177
 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ........................ 179
Red Warning Lights .................................................... 179
Yellow Warning Lights............................................... 184
Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 188
Green Indicator Lights ................................................ 190
White Indicator Lights ................................................ 191
Blue Indicator Lights ................................................... 192
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ........ 192
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ............................................................... 193
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ..................................................................... 193
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .........................................................195
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 195
Electronic Brake Control System ..............................196
 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..................................208
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped ........208
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation —
If Equipped ...................................................................216
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..............220
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...........................230
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ......................230
Important Safety Precautions.....................................230
Seat Belt Systems .........................................................231
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS).....................245
Child Restraints ..........................................................258
Transporting Pets ......................................................286
 SAFETY TIPS ...................................................................286
Transporting Passengers ............................................286
Exhaust Gas ..............................................................286
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ..........................................................................287
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ...................................................................289

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA ............................................... 564
Vehicle Identification Number ................................. 564
 BRAKE SYSTEM ............................................................... 565
Hydraulic Brake Assist — 2500/3500 Models Only
(Except Power Wagon) ............................................... 565
 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ..... 565
Torque Specifications ................................................ 565
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 567
6.4L Engine ................................................................... 567
Reformulated Gasoline .......................................... 568
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 568
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .................................... 568
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles............ 569
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ................ 569
MMT In Gasoline......................................................... 569
Fuel System Cautions.................................................. 570
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ................................... 570
 FLUID CAPACITIES .................................................... 571
 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ......................................... 572
Engine ........................................................................... 572
Chassis ........................................................................ 574
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ................................................... 575
 DRAG & DROP MENU BAR .........................................575
 CYBERSECURITY ............................................................ 576
 UCONNECT SETTINGS .................................................578
Uconnect 3 Settings .....................................................578
Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings.............................597
Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display
Settings ..........................................................................621
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................................642
Radio Operation........................................................... 642
Media Mode..................................................................642
 IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ........643
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .........647
Regulatory And Safety Information .........................648

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In a situation where the battery is low or fully depleted, a
back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
Put the nose side of the key fob (side opposite of the Emer-
gency Key) against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door. Push the unlock button twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors, the tailgate and the
RamBox (if equipped). The turn signal lights will flash to
acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry
system will also turn on.
NOTE:
The instrument cluster display or Uconnect Settings are
setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all
doors.
To Lock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors, the tailgate, and the RamBox (if equipped). The turn
signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowl -
edge the signal. Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are
locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or
turned off.
NOTE:
Pushing the lock button on the key fob while you are in the
vehicle will activate the vehicle security alarm system.
Opening a door with the vehicle security alarm system acti
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vated will cause the alarm to sound. Push the unlock button
to deactivate the vehicle security alarm system.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push the Panic
button on the key fob. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the
turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the
interior lights will turn on.
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(Continued)
Back Up Starting Method
NOTE:
The key fob may not be able to be detected by the vehicle
keyless-go system if it is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop or other electronic device; these devices may block the
key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the keyless-go system
from starting the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to "Starting The Engine," in "Starting And Operating"
for further information.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the engine
will remote start:
• Gear selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• HAZARD switch off
• BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• Fuel meets minimum requirement
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle security alarm not active
WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous
and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.

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Remote Start Abort Message
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Cancelled — System Fault
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset
The instrument cluster display message stays active until the
ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the Remote Start button on the key
fob twice within five seconds. The parking lights
will flash, vehicle doors will lock, and the horn will
chirp twice (if programmed). Once the vehicle has started,
the engine will run for 15 minutes.
NOTE:
• If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start will automatically lock the doors.
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window and power sunroof operation (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the key fob. However, the ignition
must be placed in the ON/RUN position before you can
repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
WARNING! (Continued)

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To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or allow
the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable
with a one time push of the remote start button for two
seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and disarm
the vehicle security alarm system (if equipped). Then, prior
to the end of the 15-minute cycle, cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on in
cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat
feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is
activated. These features will stay on through the duration of
Remote Start or until the ignition switch is placed in the ON/
RUN mode.NOTE:
The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deac
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tivated through the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information on
Remote Start Comfort System operation.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with
Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera -
tion.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does
not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic,
regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button ignition and
a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system
cannot reprogram a key fob obtained from another vehicle.
After turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position,
the vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addi-
tion, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indi -
cates that someone attempted to start the engine with an
invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used to
start the engine but there is an issue with the vehicle elec -
tronics, the engine will start and shut off after two seconds. If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than ten seconds), it
indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this
occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Key Programming
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors, tail-
gate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the
vehicle security alarm is activated, interior switches for door
locks are disabled. The system will turn the horn off after 29
seconds, 5 seconds between cycles, up to 8 cycles if the
trigger remains active and then the vehicle security alarm
will rearm itself.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm:
1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to "Starting The Engine" in "Starting And Operating" for
further information).
•Make sure the vehicle ignition system is "OFF."
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
•Push lock button on the interior power door lock switchwith the driver and/or passenger door open.

• Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid key fob available in the same exterior
zone (refer to "Keyless Enter- N-Go — Passive Entry" in
"Getting To Know Your Vehicle" for further information).

• Push the lock button on the key fob. 3. If any doors are open, close them.
The vehicle security alarm will set when you use the power
door locks, or use the key fob to lock the doors. After all the
doors are locked and closed, the vehicle security light, in the
instrument panel cluster, will flash rapidly for about 16
seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set. After the
alarm is set, the vehicle security light will flash at a slower
rate to indicate that the system is armed.
To Disarm The System
The vehicle security alarm can be disarmed using any of the
following methods:
1. Push the unlock button on the key fob.
2. Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle with a valid
key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passive entry door
handle. If equipped, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry" in "Getting To Know Your Vehicle" for
further information.
3. Place the ignition out of the “OFF” position.
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the
system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously