tow Ram 1500 2014 Get to Know Guide 

VOICE COMMAND QUICK REFERENCE
Uconnect® 8.4A Voice Command Quick Reference
• If the Uconnect®Voice Commandbutton exists on your steering wheel,
you have the Voice Command feature, which is optimized for the driver. The Voice
Command feature lets you keep your hands on the wheel, your eyes on the road,
and control navigation and media sources.
• When you press the Voice Command
button located on the steering wheel,
you will hear a beep. After the beep, give your command. If you do not know what
commands to say, you can say “help” and the system will provide options to you.
If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the Voice
Command
button, and after the beep, say your command.
NOTE:
All phone oriented voice commands are accessible by first pressing the Phone Pick
Up
button, not the Voice Command button. To end a call, simply press the
Phone Hang Up
button. In some vehicles, the Phone Pickupbutton
serves the dual purpose of ending calls as well.
Voice Command (VR) User TIPs
• To hear available commands, press the Uconnect
®Voice Command
button and say “Help.” You will hear available commands for the menu displayed.
• At any time, you can say the words “Cancel” or “Help.” These commands are universal and can be used from virtually any menu. All other specific commands
can be used depending upon the active application.
• You can interrupt the system prompts at any time by pressing the Uconnect
®Voice
Command
button while the system is speaking. After the beep, you can say
a command.
• You can ‘chain’ commands together for faster results. Say “Navigate to 1234 Main Street Hometown, California,” for example.
• For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ½ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped) and the mirror.
• Always wait for the beep before speaking.
• Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you.
• Ensure that no one other than you is speaking during a Voice Command period.
Steering Wheel Buttons
• You can control many of your radio features using your voice. Press either the Uconnect
®Voice Commandbutton or the Phone Pick Upbutton on
your steering wheel.
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Common Phone Commands (Examples)
• “Call John Smith”
• “Call John Smith mobile”
• “Dial 1 248 555 1212”
• “Call Emergency”
• “Call Towing Assistance”
• “Redial”
Phonebook
• Uconnect®radios will automatically download your phonebook from your paired
phone, if this feature is supported by your phone. Entries are updated each time
that the phone is connected. If your phone book entries do not appear, check the
settings on your phone. Some phones require you to enable this feature manually.
• Your phonebook can be browsed on your radio screen, but editing can only be done on your phone. To browse, touch the “Phone” soft-key, then the “Phonebook”
soft-key.
• Favorite phonebook entries can be saved as Favorites for quicker access. Favorites are shown at the top of your main phone screen.
Voice Command Tips (8.4A And 8.4AN Only)
• Using complete names (i.e; Call John Doe vs. Call John) will result in greatersystem accuracy.
•
You can “chain” commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile”,
for example.
• If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entire list. When you hear the command that you need, press the
button on the steering wheel, wait for the beep and say your command.
Changing The Volume
• Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button, then say a command for
example - "Help".
• Use the radio VOLUME/MUTE rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect
®system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for
Uconnect®is different than the audio system.
NOTE:
To access help, press the Uconnect
®Phonebutton on the steering wheel and
say "help." Touch the display or push either
orbutton and say "cancel"
to cancel the help session.
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Voice Command Examples – Uconnect® 8.4AN
While In:Voice Command Example:
GENERAL
Anytime “Go to Radio” (Media, Climate,
Navigation, Phone, Apps) – Settings, and Controls are not VoiceCommand accessible “Cancel”
“Help” (to listen to suggested commands specific to current need)“Repeat”
“Launch Yelp
®” – Required 1st voice
command to launch Yelp®app
“Yelp®Search” – Required 2nd voice
command to activate app functionality using Steering Wheel Voice Control Button
RADIO
AM/FM “Tune to AM950”,
“Tune to 95.5FM (preset 5)
Satellite Band Control “Tune to Satellite Channel 80's on 8”,
Tune to Satellite Channel 32 (preset 4)
MEDIA
Media Devices Control (Functionality is
dependent on compatibility between devices and radio) “Browse” (show) “artist” (albums, music)
“Show paired phones” (devices)“Play song – Maple Leaf Rag”
(artist - Scott Joplin, genre - rock, album - Ragtime Favorites)
“Shuffle” – available with iPod, USB and SD Card
CLIMATE
Temperature Control “Set temperature to 70 degrees” –
single climate zone vehicles
“Set driver” (passenger) “temperature to
75 degrees” – dual climate zone vehicles
NAVIGATION
Destination Selection & View “Navigate to” (Destination) 123 Any
Street, Any town, Any State (any full address)
“Go Home” – destination previously defined by driver
“Repeat guidance” – hear the last navigation prompt“Cancel Route” “View Map”
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Programmable Features
The EVIC can be used to view or change the following settings. Press the UPor
DOWN
button until System Setup displays, then press the RIGHTbutton.
Scroll through the settings using the UP or DOWN buttons. Press the RIGHT
button to change the setting. Press the BACK/LEFTbutton to scroll back to a
previous menu or sub menu.
• Radio Info • Trip Info
• Fuel Economy Info • Tire Pressure
• Cruise Control Info • Vehicle Info
• Digital Vehicle Speed • Stored Warning Messages
• Stop/Start • Turn Menu OFF
• Screen Setup • Trailer Tow
Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features
The Uconnect®system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature settings
such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort &
Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Trailer Brake, Phone/
Bluetooth
®, Suspension and SiriusXM Setup and System Information through soft-keys.
•Press the SETTINGS button (Uconnect®5.0), or press the “Apps” button (Uconnect®
8.4) 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 and release 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 • Clock
• Safety/Assistance • Doors & Locks
• Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start • Engine Off Options
• Phone/Bluetooth
®• Audio
• Lights • SiriusXM Setup
• Compass (Uconnect
®5.0) • Trailer Brake
• Suspension • System Information
• Units • Voice
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicles options, feature settings may vary.
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Fuel Economy
• Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon ishighlighted. The screen will display the following:• Average Fuel Economy/Miles Per Gallon
• Range To Empty (RTE)
• Current Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
• Dual Tanks- If Equipped Heavy Duty only
Stop/Start
• Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Stop/Start icon is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to display the
Stop/Start status.
Trailer Tow
• Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trailer Tow icon ishighlighted. The screen will display the following information:• Trailer Trip Distance
Audio
• Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Audio display icon is highlighted in the EVIC. This screen will display the current media source.
Screen Setup
• Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Screen Setup displayicon is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to enter
the Screen Setup sub-menu. The Screen Setup feature allows you to change what
information is displayed in the instrument cluster as well as the location that
information is displayed.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle:
• Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured.
• Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) per bin.
• Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehiclebattery to discharge. If the lid is required to stay open for extended periods of
time, it is recommended that the bin lights be turned off manually using the
on/off switch.
• Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before moving or driving vehicle.
• Loads applied to the top of the bin lid should be minimized to prevent damage
to the lid and latching/hinging mechanisms.
• Damage to the RamBox
®bin may occur due to heavy/sharp objects placed in
bin that shift due to vehicle motion. In order to minimize potential for damage,
secure all cargo to prevent movement and protect inside surfaces of bin from
heavy/sharp objects with appropriate padding.
• The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle
of the load on each cleat should not exceed 60 degrees above horizontal, or
damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
WARNING!
•Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended or in motion.
• Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins. Once in the storagebin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin,
children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
• In a collision, serious injury could result if the storage bin covers are not
properly latched.
• Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
• To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage:
• Cargo must be secured.
• Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle.
• Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie-downs.
• Extender should not be used as cargo tie-down.
• When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg) load on thetailgate.
• The bed extender is not intended for off road use.
•
When not in use, the extender/divider should be in stowed or divider posi-
tion with the tailgate closed.
• When in use, all handles are to be in the locked position.
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TOWING & PAYLOAD
Ram 1500 4x2
STSLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie
3.6L V-6
8–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 7,400 lbs
(3 357 kg)
Max Payload:
1,920 lbs (871 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 7,400 lbs
(3 357 kg)
Max Payload:
1,900 lbs (862 kg) —
5.7L HEMI® V-8
6–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,450 lbs(4 740 kg)
Max Payload:
1,730 lbs (784 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,450 lbs(4 740 kg)
Max Payload:
1,700 lbs (771 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,250 lbs(4 649 kg)
Max Payload:
1,600 lbs (726 kg)
3.0L Diesel Engine
8–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg)
Ram 1500 4x4
ST SLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie
3.6L V-6
8–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 7,250 lbs
(3 289 kg)
Max Payload:
1,930 lbs (875 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 7,200 lbs
(3 266 kg)
Max Payload:
1,900 lbs (861 kg) —
5.7L HEMI® V-8
6–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,350 lbs(4 695 kg)
Max Payload:
1,500 lbs (680 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,350 lbs(4 695 kg)
Max Payload:
1,480 lbs (671 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 10,050 lbs(4 558 kg)
Max Payload:
1,390 lbs (630 kg)
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STSLT/Outdoorsman Sport/Laramie
3.0L Diesel Engine
8–Speed Automatic
Transmission Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg) Standard Towing:
5,000 lbs
(2 268 kg)
Max Towing: 9,250 lbs
(4 196 kg)
Max Payload:
1,520 lbs (689 kg)
Ram 2500 & 3500
ST SLT/OUTDOORSMAN/ LARAMIE
5.7L HEMI® V-8
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission Max Towing:
13,850 lbs(6 282 kg)
Max Payload: 4,480 lbs
(2 032 kg) Max Towing:
13,810 lbs(6 282 kg)
Max Payload: 4,440 lbs
(2 014 kg) Max Towing:
13,350 lbs(6 055 kg)
Max Payload: 4,410 lbs
(2 000 kg)
6.4L HEMI® V-8
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission Max Towing:
16,450 lbs(7 462 kg)
Max Payload: 7,220 lbs
(3 275 kg) Max Towing:
16,400 lbs(7 439 kg)
Max Payload: 7,170 lbs
(3 252 kg) Max Towing:
15,810 lbs(7 171 kg)
Max Payload: 6,950 lbs
(3 152 kg)
6.7L Cummins® Diesel
2500 ST SLT
Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman 3500 ST SLT
Bighorn/Lonestar Laramie Outdoorsman
6.7L Cummins® Turbo
Diesel 6-Speed Manual
Transmission Max Towing: 16,710 lbs
(7 579 kg)
Max Payload: 2,880 lbs (1 306 kg) Max Towing: 18,200 lbs
(8 255 kg)
Max Payload: 6,640 lbs (3 011 kg)
6.7L Cummins® Turbo
Diesel 6-Speed Automatic
Transmission Max Towing: 17,810 lbs
(8 078 kg)
Max Payload: 2,980 lbs (1 351 kg) Max Towing: 30,060 lbs
(13 634 kg)
Max Payload: 6,710 lbs (3 043 kg)
NOTE:
For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to
the following website addresses:
•http://www.ramtrucks.com.
• http://www.ramtruck.ca (Canada).
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TOW/HAUL MODE
• When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., andfrequent transmission shifting occurs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to select
TOW/HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for
transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in
TOW/HAUL mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the transmission will
automatically downshift (for engine braking) during steady braking maneuvers.
• The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster to
indicate that TOW/HAUL mode has
been activated. Pressing the switch a
second time restores normal operation.
If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the
switch must be pressed each time the
engine is started.
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE MODULE
The Integrated Trailer Brake Controller allows you to automatically or manually
activate the Electric Trailer Brakes and Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer Brakes for a
better braking performance when towing a trailer.
NOTE:
The Integrated Trailer Brake Controller is located in the center stack below the
climate controls.
This module will have four different options depending on the type of trailer you want
to tow and can be selected through the 3.5” Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) or touchscreen radio.
• Light Electric
• Heavy Electric
• Light EOH (Electric Over Hydraulic)
• Heavy EOH (Electric Over Hydraulic)
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing
Condition Wheels OFF
The Ground Two-Wheel Drive
Models Four-Wheel Drive Models
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions:
• Automatic transmission
in PARK
•
Manual transmission in
gear (NOT in NEUTRAL)
• Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OK NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK OK
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer.
If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual transmission in gear (not in NEUTRAL).
4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the Key Fob.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
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