park assist Ram 1500 2018 Owner's Guide

Safety/Assistance
After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
ParkSense — If Equipped Sound Only Sounds and Display
NOTE:
The ParkSense system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in REVERSE and
the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h). It will provide an alert (audible and/or visual) to indicate the prox-
imity to other objects. Front ParkSense Chime Volume Low
Med High
Rear ParkSense Chime
Volume — If Equipped Low
Med High
Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Tilt Mirrors In Reverse” feature is selected, the exterior side-view mirrors will tilt downward when the
ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The mirrors will move
back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE.
ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto Entry/Exit Suspension OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Auto Entry/Exit Suspension” feature is selected, the vehicle automatically lowers from ride height posi-
tion when vehicle shifted to park for easy entry/exit. Display Suspension Messages AllWarning Only
Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only) On
Off
NOTE:
When the “Automatic Aero Mode” feature is selected, the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on
the vehicle speed. Tire Jack Mode OnOff
NOTE:
When this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to prevent auto leveling of the suspension, while
the vehicle is on a jack changing a tire. Transport Mode OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed towing.
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Safety & Driving Assistance
After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on
the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
ParkSense Sound Only Sound and Display
NOTE:
The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in RE-
VERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h). Front ParkSense Chime Volume Low
Med High
Rear ParkSense Chime Volume Low
Med High
Tilt Side Mirrors In Re- verse — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse” feature is selected, the outside side-view mirrors will tilt downward when
the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The mirrors will
move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE.
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Fluid Level Check.....................553, 554
Fluid Type ..........................553, 607
Shifting ............................306, 315
Special Additives ........................ .553
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ........304
Axle Fluid ............................556, 607
Axle Lubrication .......................... .556
Back-Up .................................410
Back-Up Camera .......................... .410
Bar, Stabilizer/Sway System ...................361
Battery ...............................191, 526
Charging System Light ....................191
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................24
Belts, Seat ............................... .279
Body Builders Guide ..........................7
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................541
B-Pillar Location .......................... .564
Brake Assist System ........................ .206
Brake Control System, Electronic ................205
Brake Fluid .......................... .552, 607
Brake System ..........................552, 593
Fluid Check ............................552
Master Cylinder ........................ .552
Parking ...............................295 Warning Light
.......................... .190
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................299
Bulb Replacement ..........................452
Bulbs, Light .......................... .281, 452
Cab Top Clearance Lights .....................458
Camera .................................410
Camera, Rear ............................ .410
Camper .................................152
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .603
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ..................... .523, 529, 530
Power Steering ..........................394
Radiator (Coolant

Pressure).................549
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................279, 600
Cargo Light ...............................79
Car Washes ...............................585
Cellular Phone ............................654
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............457
Center Seat Storage Compartment ...............123
Changing A Flat Tire ........................468
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .560
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .201
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............278
Checks, Safety ............................ .278
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Memory............................ .44, 49
Power .................................46
Rear Folding ........................44, 55, 56
Reclining Rear ...........................46
Seatback Release ..........................44
Tilting .................................44
Vented .................................44
Ventilated ...............................44
Security Alarm ..........................35, 191
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............604
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................34
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................33
Sentry Key Replacement ......................34
Service Assistance ..........................676
Service Contract .......................... .678
Service Manuals .......................... .680
Settings, Personal ..........................182
Shifting .................................297
Automatic Transmission .............299, 306, 315
Transfer Case .......................... .326
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............................ .438
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............................ .440Shift Lever Override
........................506
Signals, Turn ........................78, 198, 281
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................579
Snow Plow ...............................433
Snow Tires ...............................575
Spare Tire ............................ .575, 577
Spark Plugs ............................. .604
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............................397
Cancel ............................... .397
Resume ...............................397
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................395
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System ...................361
Starting ............................. .288, 289
Automatic Transmission ....................288
Cold Weather .......................... .294
Engine Fails

To Start..................... .293
Starting And Operating ..................... .289
Starting Procedures ........................ .289
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ...............288
Steering Power ..........................392, 393, 394
Tilt Column .............................61
Wheel, Heated ...........................61
Wheel, Tilt ..............................61
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