door Ram 1500 2018 Owner's Manual

Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect
4C/4C NAV Personal Settings
Press the “Apps” button on the touchscreen then press the
“Settings” button on the touchscreen to display the settings
menu screen. In this mode the Uconnect system allows youto access programmable features that may be equipped
such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance,
Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped),
Engine Off Options, Suspension, Trailer Brake, Audio,
Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore
Settings, Clear Personal Data and System Information.
NOTE:
Only one category may be selected at a time.
When making a selection, press the button on the touch-
screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired
mode, press and release the preferred setting until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected. Once the setting is complete,
either press the back arrow button on the touchscreen or
the Back button on the faceplate to return to the previous
menu or press the “X” button on the touchscreen to close
out of the settings screen. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow
buttons on the touchscreen on the right side of the screen
will allow you to toggle up or down through the list of
available settings.
NOTE: All settings should be changed with the ignition in
the RUN position.
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Buttons On
The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate
1 — Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen
2 — Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate
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Lights
After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the
following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Headlight Off Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30,
60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. Headlight Illumination On Ap- proach +–
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Illumination On Approach” feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0,
30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the key fob. Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Headlights With Wipers” feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the head-
lights will turn on approximately ten seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off when
the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Auto Dim High Beams” feature is selected, the high beam headlights will deactivate automatically under
certain conditions.
Flash Lights With Lock
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lamps will flash when the doors are locked or un-
locked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected.
Doors & Locks
After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto Door Locks
NOTE:
When the “Auto Door Locks” feature is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of
15 mph (24 km/h).
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto Unlock On Exit
NOTE:
When the “Auto Unlock On Exit” feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the trans-
mission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. Flash Lights With Lock
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are
locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” fea-
ture selected.Sound Horn With Lock Off1st Press 2nd Press
Sound Horn With Remote Start
1st Press Of Key Fob Un-locks Driver Door All Doors
NOTE:
•When “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press
of the key fob unlock button. You must push the key fob unlock button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors.
•When “All Doors” is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first push of the key fob unlock button.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
•If the vehicle is programmed “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: All Doors”, all doors will unlock no matter which
Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped. If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is programmed,
only the driver ’s door will unlock when the driver ’s door is grasped.
•With Passive Entry, if “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is programmed pushing the handle more than
once will only result in the driver ’s door opening. If “Driver Door” is selected, once the driver ’s door is opened,
the interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use key fob).
Passive Entry — If Equipped
NOTE:
The “Passive Entry” feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob
lock or unlock buttons.
Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob — IfEquipped
NOTE:
•The “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver
mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
•The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” is set to on) when
the key fob is used to unlock the door.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Engine Off Power Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone system
(if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to ten minutes after the igni-
tion is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Headlight Off Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30,
60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Air Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower
NOTE:
When the “Sound Horn With Lower” feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the key fob remote
lower button is pushed.
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SiriusXM Guardian (4C NAV) — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Some SiriusXM Guardian services, including SOS Call
and Roadside Assistance Call will NOT work without
an operable LTE (voice/data) or 3G or 4G (data) net-
work connection compatible with your device.NOTE:
Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho-
rized by the subscriber.
An included trial and/or subscription is required to take
advantage of the SiriusXM Guardian services in the next
section of this guide. To register with SiriusXM Guardian,
press the Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get
started.
NOTE: SiriusXM Guardian is available only on equipped
vehicles purchased within the continental United States,
Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. Services can only be used
where coverage is available; see coverage map for details.
SOS Call
Theft Alarm Notification
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Send & Go
Vehicle Finder
Stolen Vehicle Assistance
Remote Vehicle Start**
Remote Horn & Lights
Roadside Assistance Call
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............548
Adding Fuel ............................. .413
Additives, Fuel ............................597
Adjust Down ...............................47, 49
Forward ............................ .47, 48
Rearward ............................47, 48
Up .................................47, 49
Adjustable Pedals ...........................62
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ........................240
Air Bag Warning Light .....................237
Enhanced Accident Response .............250, 514
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................514
If A Deployment Occurs ....................249
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .241
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............251
Transporting Pets ........................278
Air Bag Light .......................189, 237, 279
Air Bag Maintenance ........................251
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......531
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................533
Air Conditioning ............................86
Air Conditioning Filter ...................105, 534
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...............104Air Conditioning Refrigerant
...............533, 534
Air Conditioning System ..................104, 533
Air Filter ............................... .531
Air Pressure, Tires ..........................569
Air Suspension ........................ .344, 350
Alarm, Panic ...............................23
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................35, 191
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................35
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................547, 603
Disposal ...............................549
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................204
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................196
Ashtray .................................137
Assist, Hill

Start.......................... .206
Audio Systems (Radio) .......................611
Auto Down Power Windows ..................107
Automatic Door Locks ........................42
Automatic Headlights ........................76
Automatic High Beams .......................75
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........104
Automatic Transmission ..................299, 556
Adding Fluid ........................554, 556
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................556
Fluid Change .......................... .556
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DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................549
Door Ajar ............................... .192
Door Ajar Light ............................192
Door Locks, Automatic .......................42
Door Opener, Garage ........................114
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................44
Driving Off-Pavement .......................... .362
Off-Road ............................. .362
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .................................442
Dual Rear Wheels .......................582, 594
E-85 Fuel ............................... .600
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .133
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case . . . .327, 332, 336, 339
Electronic Brake Control System ................205
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................204
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................213
Traction Control System ....................209
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ............305, 312, 321
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........395
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............209
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........191Emergency Brake
.......................... .295
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................509
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................447
Jacking ............................... .468
Jump Starting .......................... .502
Emission Control System Maintenance ............201
Engine .......................... .523, 524, 525
Air Cleaner ............................ .531
Block Heater ............................294
Break-In Recommendations .................295
Compartment .......................... .523
Compartment Identification ...........523, 524, 525
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .604
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................279, 600
Fails
To Start ............................293
Flooded, Starting ........................ .293
Fuel Requirements ....................596, 603
Jump Starting .......................... .502
Oil ............................528, 603, 604
Oil Filler Cap .....................523, 529, 530
Oil Filter ...............................530
Oil Selection ........................ .528, 603
Oil Synthetic ............................530
Overheating ............................505
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Materials Added........................ .597
Methanol ............................. .598
Octane Rating ........................596, 604
Requirements ........................596, 603
Tank Capacity .......................... .603
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .600
Fuses .................................. .461
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............114,119
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .....................414
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .597
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .597
Gear Ranges .......................... .307, 316
Gear Select Lever Override ....................506
General Information ........................ .222
Glass Cleaning ............................590
Grocery Bag Retainer .........................58
Gross Axle Weight Rating .....................417
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................416
Guide, Body Builders .........................7
GVWR ................................. .414
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .................................442 Hazard Warning Flasher
..................... .447
Headlights ...............................454
Automatic ..............................76
Cleaning ...............................585
High Beam ..............................74
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........74
Passing ................................76
Switch .................................73
Head Restraints ............................58
Heated Mirrors .............................71
Heater, Engine Block ........................294
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......74
Hill Descent Control ........................214
Hill Descent Control Indicator .................214
Hill Start Assist ............................206
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .422
Hoisting .................................558
HomeLink (Garage

Door Opener) ...............114
Hood Prop ...............................112
Hood Release .............................112
Hub Caps ............................... .501
Ignition ..................................28
Key ...................................28
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