USB Ram 1500 2016 Owner's Manual

Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is
turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
NOTE:Ignition Off time is programmable through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings/Customer
Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide
power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the
standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 Volt power outlets
and USB Port (Charge Only) have a cap attached to the
outlet indicating “12V DC,” together with either a key
symbol, battery symbol, or USB symbol.
A key symbol indicates that the key must be in the
ON/RUN or ACC positions for the outlet to provide
power. The battery symbol indicates that the outlet is
connected to the battery, and can provide power at all
times.
NOTE:To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR knob and
element must be used.
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The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following
locations:
CAUTION!
•Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13
Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watts (13 Amps) power
rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system
will need to be replaced.
•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other object in the power
outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the
fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.•Lower left and lower right of the center stack when
equipped with a bench seat.
Power Outlets — Center Stack
1 — Power Outlet
2 — USB Port (Charge Only)
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•Center console when equipped with bucket seats.•Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment
— if equipped.
Power Outlet — Center Console
USB Port (Charge Only) — Upper Lid
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The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply
power when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-
tions.
All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be
removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to
protect the battery against discharge.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
•Do not touch with wet hands.
•Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
•If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
Power Outlet Fuse Locations
1 — F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console Bin /
USB Port (Charge Only)
2 — F90–F91 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Rear Center Console
3 — F93 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped
The center storage compartment is located between the
driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment
provides an armrest and contains both and upper and
lower storage area.
WARNING!
•This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the
armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle
operation, or a collision. Only use the center seat-
ing position when the armrest is fully upright.
•In a collision, the latch may open if the total weight
of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
These items could be thrown about endangering
occupants of the vehicle. Items stored should not
exceed a total of 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to
raise the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB
power outlet that can be used to power small electrical
devices, refer to “Electrical Power Outlets” for further
information.
Center Storage Compartment
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▫DID Selectable Menu Items..............365
UCONNECT SETTINGS..................379
▫Buttons On The Faceplate................381
▫Buttons On The Touchscreen..............381
▫Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 5.0
Personal Settings......................381
▫Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect
8.4A/8.4AN Personal Settings............398
UCONNECT RADIOS...................417
iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .417
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED...........................418
▫Radio Operation......................419
▫CD Player — If Equipped................419CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE...........419
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES . .420
▫Regulatory And Safety Information.........420
CLIMATE CONTROLS...................422
▫Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen —
If Equipped.........................422
▫Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If
Equipped...........................427
▫Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen —
If Equipped.........................432
▫Climate Control Functions...............438
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......440
▫Operating Tips.......................441
PERSONALIZED MENU BAR.............445
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System Information
After pressing the “System Information” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available:
•System Information
When System Information is selected, a System Informa-
tion screen will appear displaying the system software
version.
UCONNECT RADIOS
For detailed information about your Uconnect 3.0, 5.0
and 8.4A/AN radio, refer to your Uconnect Supplement
Manual.
iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
Located inside the center console upper lid, this feature
allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into
the USB port.
iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod
and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may
not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit
Apple’s website for software updates.
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For further information, refer to the Uconnect Supple-
ment Manual or visit UconnectPhone.com.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the back
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
Center Console USB/AUX SD Card Media Hub
1 — USB Port
2 — SD Card Slot
3 — Aux Jack
Remote Sound System Controls (Rearview Of Steering
Wheel)
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Media
Uconnect offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth and
auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only
available for connected USB and iPod devices. (Remote
CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.)
Push the VR button
. After the beep, say one of the
following commands and follow the prompts to
switch your media source or choose an artist.
•Change sourceto Bluetooth
•Change sourceto iPod
•Change sourceto USB
•Play artistBeethoven;Play albumGreatest Hits;Play
songMoonlight Sonata;Play genreClassical
Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Radio
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TIP:For the Uconnect 5.0 and 8.4A/8.4AN systems, press
the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the
music on your iPod or USB device. Your Voice Command
must matchexactlyhow the artist, album, song and
genre information is displayed.
Uconnect 5.0 Media
Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Media
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