rear view mirror Ram 1500 2014 Get to Know Guide 

HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking
Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, locatedon the instrument panel to the left of
the steering wheel, to the first detent
for parking lights and to the sec-
ond detent for headlights
.
•
With the parking lights or low beam
headlights on, push the headlight switch
once for fog lights.
• Rotate the headlight switch to AUTO
for Automatic headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system auto- matically turns the headlights on or off
based on ambient light levels.
Automatic High Beams
The Automatic High Beams system provides increased forward lighting at night by
automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the
inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically
switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
This feature is programmable through the Uconnect
®system. Refer to “Uconnect®
Settings ” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the
DVD for further details.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
•Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme left position to fully dim the instrument
panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control right to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control right to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the dimming is programmable through the Uconnect
®system. Refer to “Uconnect®Settings ” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Cargo Light
The cargo light is strategically placed lighting that helps illuminate the bed area of
the truck. A cargo light symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the light is on.
• Push the button to turn ON/OFF the cargo lighting.
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Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the system will exitAUTO mode and stay in A/C. The mode and blower will be set at the closest mode
and blower position that the system was operating in AUTO.
SYNC Temperature Soft-Key
• Touch the “SYNC” soft-key on the Uconnect®radio to control the driver and
passenger temperatures simultaneously. Touch the “SYNC” soft-key a second time
to control the temperatures individually.
Air Recirculation
• Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off.
• If the Recirculation button is pushed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn
on the defroster.
PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST
ParkSense®can be enabled and disabled by pressing the ParkSense®switch located
below the climate controls, on the switch panel.
The four ParkSense
®sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area
behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect
obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in (200 cm) from the rear
fascia/bumper in the horizontal direction, depending on the location, type and
orientation of the obstacle.
The six ParkSense
®sensors, located in the front fascia/bumper, monitor the area in
front of the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect
obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 47 in (120 cm) from the front
fascia/bumper in the horizontal direction, depending on the location, type and
orientation of the obstacle.
When an object is detected within 6.5 ft (2 m) behind the rear bumper while the
vehicle is in REVERSE, a warning will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) and a chime will sound (when Sound and Display is selected from the
Customer Programmable Features section of the Uconnect
®System screen). As the
vehicle moves closer to the object, the chime rate will change from single 1/2 second
tone (for rear only), to slow (for rear only), to fast, to continuous.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
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Cleaning The ParkSense® Sensors
If “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC), clean the ParkSense®sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft
cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise,
you could damage the sensors.
NOTE:
When the Instrument Cluster reads either Clean Sensor or Blinded, please clean off
the bumper sensors to see if the condition is corrected.
PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
• You can see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera image
will be displayed in the rearview mirror or touchscreen display along with a caution
note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds
this note will disappear.
• If the rearview mirror or touchscreen display appears foggy, clean the ParkView
®
camera located to the left of the tailgate handle.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up; even when using the ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You must continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
POWER SLIDING REAR WINDOW
The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on the overhead console.
• Push the switch right to open the glass and pull the switch left to close the
glass.
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Before you drive, familiarize yourself with the easy-to-use Uconnect® System.
1. The ASSIST and 9-1-1 buttons are located on your rearview mirror. The ASSISTButton is used for contacting Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Care and Uconnect
®
Care. The 9-1-1 Button connects you to emergency services.
NOTE:
Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 Call system capabilities. 9-1-1
or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mexico may not answer or respond to
9-1-1 system calls.
2. The Uconnect
®“Apps” button on the menu bar at the bottom right corner of the
radio touchscreen. This is where you can begin your registration process, manage
your Apps and purchase WiFi on demand.
3. The Uconnect
®Voice Command and Uconnect®Phone buttons are located on the
left side of your steering wheel. These buttons let you use your voice to give
commands, make phone calls, send and receive text messages hands-free, enter
navigation destinations, and control your radio and media devices.
Included Trial Period For New Vehicles
Your new vehicle may come with an included trial period for use of the Uconnect
®
Access Services starting at the date of vehicle purchase (date based on vehicle sales
notification from your dealer). To activate the trial, you must first register with
Uconnect® Access. After the trial period, if you wish to continue your Uconnect
®
Access Services you can choose to purchase a subscription.
Features And Packages
• After the trial period, you can subscribe to continue your service by visit- ing the Uconnect
®Store located within the Mopar Owner Connect website
(moparownerconnect.com). If you need assistance, U.S. residents can call
Uconnect
®Care at 855-792-4241.
• For the latest information on packages and pricing information: U.S. residents visit DriveUconnect.com.
Uconnect® Access Registration (Uconnect® 8.4AN Only,
U.S. 48 Contiguous States And Alaska)
NOTE:
Should you require assistance anytime during the registration process, simply call
Uconnect
®Care at 855-792-4241.
1. From the parked vehicle with the radio touchscreen powered on, select the “Apps” button on the touchscreen located near the bottom right-hand corner.
2. Press “Register” if you see a reminder screen or select “Uconnect Registration” under the 'Favorites' tab.
3. The Uconnect
®Access Registration App will open and display step-by-step
instructions to start your registration.
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Aha™ by HARMAN (www.aharadio.com)
• Enter your email address and password for Aha™, or create a new Aha™ account.
• You can link your Facebook, Twitter or Slacker accounts on the Aha™ website.
iHeartRadio (www.iheart.com)
• Click “Sign Up” if you’re new to iHeartRadio, or “Log In” to enter your iHeartRadioaccount information.
• Select “Activate” to continue,
• Select “Close” to complete activation.
Pandora® (www.pandora.com)
• Enter your Pandora
®username/email address and password, then click “Save.”
Slacker Radio (www.slacker.com)
• Enter your Slacker username/email address and password, then click “Save.”
Invite family and friends to use the Via Mobile Apps in your vehicle by setting up their
own Via Mobile profile.
Renewing Subscriptions And Purchasing WiFi Hotspot
(Uconnect® 8.4AN Only, U.S. 48 Contiguous States And Alaska)
Subscriptions, and WiFi Hotspot, can be purchased from the Uconnect®Store within
your vehicle, and online at Mopar Owner Connect. If you need help press the ASSIST
button on the rearview mirror, then select Uconnect
®Care (or dial 855-792-4241).
Purchasing Online
You can renew your subscription to a package or purchase WiFi from the Mopar Owner
Connect website. You must first set up a Uconnect®Access Payment Account online.
Log into moparownerconnect.com, select Edit Profile, then Uconnect®Payment
Account.
1. Log In to the Mopar Owner Connect website (moparownerconnect.com) with your username/email and password.
2. Click on the “Shop” tab, then click on the Uconnect
®Store.
3. From the Uconnect
®Store, select the item you wish to purchase.
4.
This will launch the selected item into purchase mode along with providing
additional information. The purchase process begins when you press the “Buy”
button on the touchscreen.
5. The Uconnect®Store will display a “Purchase Overview” message confirming the
financial details of your purchase. Press the “Purchase” key to continue.
6.
The Uconnect®Store will ask you to “Confirm Payment” using your default payment
method on file in your Payment Account. Press the “Complete” key to continue.
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7. The Uconnect®Payment Account will then ask for your “Payment Account PIN,”
which you established when setting up your Uconnect®payment account. After
entering this four digit PIN, press the “Complete” key to make the purchase.
8. You will receive a confirmation message that your purchase has been submitted. Press the OK button to end the process.
Purchasing WiFi Hotspot While In Your Vehicle
You must set up a Uconnect
®Access Payment Account online (log in to
moparownerconnect.com, go to Edit Profile, then Uconnect®Payment Account,
to set up and manage your Payment Account).
1. To purchase WiFi while in your vehicle, ensure the vehicle is running and in Park. Press the Apps button on the touchscreen, then select WiFi within the Tools
menu. Follow the on-screen instructions. When asked for your payment PIN, use
the 4-digit PIN you established when setting up your payment account on Mopar
Owner Connect.
NOTE:
This may be different than the Uconnect
®Security PIN you established for using
features such as Remote Vehicle Start. After purchasing WiFi, it may take up to
30 minutes (with the vehicle running) before the WiFi will be active in your vehicle.
2. Select WiFi again, then note the hotspot name. Select this network when connecting devices to the hotspot. Also click on View/Edit Passphrase, then note
the security passphrase you will need to connect to the network on each device.
If your devices cannot see the WiFi Hotspot network after 30 minutes, please contact
Uconnect
®Care by pressing the Assist button on the rear view mirror, or by calling
855-792-4241.
Using Uconnect® Access
Getting Started With Apps
Applications (Apps) and features in your Uconnect
®Access system deliver services
that are customized for the driver and are certified by Chrysler Group, LLC. Two
different types are:
1. Built-In Features — use the built-in 3G Cellular Network on your Uconnect
®8.4A
or 8.4AN radio.
2. Uconnect® Access via Mobile (if equipped) — uses the Uconnect Access app and
your smartphone's data plan to access your personal Pandora
®, iHeartRadio,
Aha™ and Slacker accounts from the vehicle and control them using the vehicle
touchscreen. Customer's data plan charges will apply.
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Selling Your Vehicle
When you sell your vehicle, we recommend that you remove your Uconnect
®Access
Account information from the vehicle. You can do this using the radio touchscreen
in the vehicle (Uconnect® 8.4AN only) or on the Mopar Owner Connect website
(moparownerconnect.com). Removing your account information cancels your sub-
scription and makes your vehicle factory-ready for a new owner/subscriber.
1.
From your vehicle’s radio touchscreen, select “Uconnect®Store” from the Apps Menu.
2. Select “My Apps,” then “Settings.” Press “Remove Uconnect®Account.”
3. Enter your Uconnect
®Security PIN, select “Proceed to Remove Vehicle from
Uconnect Account.”
For additional information on Uconnect
®:
• U.S. residents - visit DriveUconnect.com or call 1-877-855-8400.
•
Canadian Residents - visit DriveUconnect.com or call, 1-800-465-2001 (English) or
1-800-387-9983 (French).
Built-In Features (Uconnect® 8.4A And 8.4AN Only)
1. Assist Call – The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button which (once
registered) automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of these pre-
defined destinations for immediate support:
• Roadside Assistance Call —Ifyou
get a flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll
be connected to someone who can
help anytime. Additional fees may
apply. Additional information in
this section.
• Uconnect® Access Care —Inve-
hicle support for Uconnect
®Access
System, Apps and Features.
• Vehicle Care — Total support for
your Chrysler Group LLC vehicle.
2. Emergency 9-1-1 Call (If Equipped) —
The rear view mirror contains a 9-1-1 button
that, when pressed, will place a call to a local 9-1-1 operator to request help from
local police, fire or ambulance personnel in the event of an emergency. If this
button is accidentally pressed, you will have 10 seconds to cancel the call. To
cancel, press the 9-1-1 Call button again or press the “cancellation button” shown
on the touchscreen. After 10 seconds has passed, the 9-1-1 call will be placed and
only the 9-1-1 operator can cancel it. The LED light on the rearview mirror will turn
green once a connection to a 9-1-1 operator has been made. The green LED light
will turn off once the 9-1-1 call is terminated. Have an authorized dealer service the
vehicle if the rearview mirror light is continuously red.
If a connection is made
between a 9-1-1 operator and your vehicle, you understand and agree that 9-1-1
operators may, like any other 9-1-1 call, record conversations and sounds in and near
your vehicle upon connection.
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3.Roadside Assistance (If Equipped) — If your vehicle is equipped with this feature
and within wireless range, you may be able to connect to Roadside Assistance by
pressing the “Assist” button on the rearview mirror. You will be presented with
Assist Care options. Make a selection by touching the prompts displayed on the
radio. If Roadside Assistance is provided to your vehicle, you agree to be
responsible for any additional roadside assistance service costs that you may
incur. In order to provide Uconnect
®Services to you, we may record and monitor
your conversations with Roadside Assistance, Uconnect®Care or Vehicle Care,
whether such conversations are initiated through the Uconnect®Services in your
vehicle, or via a landline or mobile telephone, and may share information
obtained through such recording and monitoring in accordance with regulatory
requirements. You acknowledge, agree and consent to any recording, monitoring
or sharing of information obtained through any such call recordings.
4. Yelp® —
Customers have the ability to search for nearby destinations or a point of
interest (POI) either by category or custom search by using keywords (for example,
“Italian restaurant”). Searching can be done by voice or using the touchscreen
keypad. Using the touchscreen, launch Yelp
®by selecting the “Apps” icon, touch
the “All Apps” tab, and then touch “Yelp.” Using voice recognition press the Voice
Command (VR) button on the steering wheel and say “Launch Yelp
®.”
5. Security Alarm Notification — The Security Alarm Notification feature notifies you
via email or text (SMS) message when the vehicle’s factory-installed security
alarm system has been set-off. There are a number of reasons why your alarm may
have been triggered, one of which could be that your vehicle was stolen. If so,
please see the details of the Stolen Vehicle Assistance service below. When you
register, Security Alarm Notification is automatically set to send you an email at
the mail address you provide should the alarm go off. You may also opt to have a
text message sent to your mobile device.
6. Stolen Vehicle Assistance — If your vehicle is stolen, contact local law enforce-
ment immediately to file a stolen vehicle report. Once this report has been filed,
Uconnect
®care can help locate your vehicle. The Uconnect®Care agent will ask
for the stolen vehicle report number issued by local law enforcement. Then, using
GPS technology and the built-in wireless connection within your vehicle, the
Uconnect
®Care agent will be able to locate the stolen vehicle and work with law
enforcement to help recover it. (Vehicle must be within the United States, have
network coverage and must be registered with Uconnect
®Access with an active
subscription that includes the applicable feature).
7. WiFi Hotspot — WiFi Hotspot is on-demand WiFi 3G connectivity that's built-in
and ready to go whenever you are. Once your vehicle is registered for Uconnect
®
Access, you can purchase a Wifi Hotspot subscription at the Uconnect®Store.
After you've made your purchase, turn on your signal and connect your devices.
It's never been easier to bring your home or office with you.
Your vehicle must have a working electrical system for any of the in vehicle Uconnect®
features to operate.
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VOICE COMMAND QUICK REFERENCE
Uconnect® 5.0 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, and your eyes on the road.
• 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 Pickup button 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 “Call Joe Doe mobile”, 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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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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