remote start Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2017 Owner's Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ...............11
▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) And Key Fob — If
Equipped .............................11
▫ Keyless Push Button Ignition And Key Fob — If
Equipped .............................12
▫ Emergency Key Removal ..................14
▫ Removing Key Fob From The (WIN) Ignition . . .15
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder .................17
▫ General Information .....................17
 SENTRY KEY ...........................18
▫ Replacement Key Fobs ...................19
▫ Customer Key Fob Programming ............19
▫ General Information .....................19
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ...............19
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................20 ▫
To Arm The System ......................20
▫ To Disarm The System ....................21
▫ Security System Manual Override ............21
 ILLUMINATED APPROACH ................21
 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY .................22
▫ Remote Unlock The Doors .................23
▫ To Lock The Doors .......................24
▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ..........24
▫ Using The Panic Alarm ...................24
▫ Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........25
▫ Key Fob Battery Replacement ..............25
▫ General Information .....................28
 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .28
▫ How To Use Remote Start ..................28
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▫Remote Start Abort Message ...............29
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .30
▫ General Information .....................30
 DOOR LOCKS ..........................31
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................31
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ...........32
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock ................33
 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY .....34
▫ General Information .....................37
 WINDOWS .............................38
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped .............38
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................40 
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...........41
▫ Occupant Restraint Systems Features .........41
▫ Important Safety Precautions ...............41
▫ Seat Belt Systems .......................42
▫ Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .........55
▫ Child Restraints ........................67
▫ Transporting Pets .......................91
 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .....91
▫ Diesel Engine ..........................92
 SAFETY TIPS ...........................92
▫ Transporting Passengers ...................92
▫ Exhaust Gas ...........................93
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ...............................93
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ...........................96
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Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Key Fob
The key fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square
end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the
instrument panel and rotate to the desired position. The
WIN key fob also contains an emergency key which is
stored in the rear of the key fob.Keyless Push Button Ignition And Key Fob — If
Equipped
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless
Entry key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions; three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start RUN
will illuminate.
NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button, with your foot applied on the brake
pedal, and push to operate the ignition switch.
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Key Fob
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NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the door lock cylinder with either side up.
Removing Key Fob From The (WIN) Ignition
Place the gear selector in PARK (if equipped with an
automatic transmission). Turn the key fob to the OFF
position and then remove the key fob.
Keyless Push Button Key Fob
Key Fob With Remote Keyless Entry (WIN)
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SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized 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, an Ignition Node Module,
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 will not allow the engine to
crank if an invalid key fob is used to start and operate the
vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds
if an invalid key fob is used to start the engine.
NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
During normal operation, after placing the keyless ignition
in 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 addition, if the light begins
to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used
an invalid key fob to try to start the engine. Either of these
conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two
seconds.
If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 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.
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
and loss of security protection.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy
lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the
“Dome ON” position (rotate vertical thumb wheel all the
way to the top detent).
The illuminated entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the “Dome OFF” position (rotate
vertical thumb wheel all the way to the bottom detent).
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated ap-
proach lights under the outside mirrors, they can be turned
off by moving the instrument panel dimmer into the
“Dome Defeat” detent position.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
The Remote Keyless Entry system 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) using a hand-held radio key fob
with integrated key. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. 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 acknowledge the
signal. NOTE:
Inserting the key fob into the ignition switch
disables the system from responding to any button pushes
from that key fob. Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and
above disables the system from responding to all key fob
buttons for all key fobs.
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Key Fob
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Remote Unlock The Doors
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 Set-
tings are setup for driver door first, otherwise this will
unlock all doors.
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the
UNLOCK button on the key fob. To change the current
setting, proceed as follows:
• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the key fob while you
are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security
Alarm System. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security
Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound.
Push the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm System.
Flash Lamps With Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when
the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This
feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the
current setting, proceed as follows:
• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,
refer to Settings/Customer-Programmable Features in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
Keyless Push Button Ignition Key Fob
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•For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
To Lock The Doors
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. To change the current setting, proceed as
follows:
• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
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 activated will cause the alarm to sound. Push the
unlock button to deactivate the vehicle security alarm
system.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold
the panic button on the key fob for at least one second and
release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights will
turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on
and off, and the turn signal lights will flash.
The panic alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the panic button a second time
or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.
NOTE:
• The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the panic
alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn
will remain on.
• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the panic
alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the
system.
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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, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 300 ft (91 m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic trans-
mission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob may
reduce this range.
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)
• Ignition key removed from ignition switch
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•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 Monox-
ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
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 opera-
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
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