clock Ram 1500 2018 User Guide

EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated
approach lights under the outside mirrors,
they can be turned off through the instrument
cluster or the Uconnect radio. For further
information, refer to the Owner’s Manual for
further information.
Headlights
To turn on the headlights, rotate the head-
light switch clockwise to the headlight posi-
tion. When the headlight switch is on, the
parking lights, taillights, license plate light
and instrument panel lights are also turned
on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the
headlight switch back to the O (off) position.
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
High/Low Beam Switch
Push the multifunction lever toward the in-
strument panel to switch the headlights to
high beam. Pulling the multifunction lever
back toward the steering wheel will turn the
low beams back on, or shut the high beams
off.
Headlight Switch
1 — Auto
2 — Rotate Headlight Switch
3 — Push Cargo Light
4 — Rotate Dimmer
5 — Push Fog Light
Multifunction Lever
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Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control — If Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
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 automati-
cally switches from high beams to low beams
until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Con-trol can be turned on or off by selecting
“ON” under “Auto High Beam” within your
Uconnect settings, as well as turning the
headlight switch to the AUTO position. Re-
fer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
in the Owner’s Manual for further informa-
tion.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view
will cause headlights to remain on longer
(closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and
other obstructions on the windshield or
camera lens will cause the system to func-
tion improperly. If the windshield or Automatic High Beam
Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the
mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper
performance. See a local authorized dealer.
Automatic Headlights — If
Equipped
This system automatically turns the head-
lights on or off according to ambient light
levels. To turn the system on, rotate the
headlight switch counterclockwise to the
AUTO position. When the system is on, the
headlight time delay feature is also on. This
means the headlights will stay on for up to
90 seconds after you place the ignition into
the OFF position. The headlight time delay
can be programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multime-
dia” in the Owner’s Manual for further infor-
mation.
To turn the automatic system off, move the
headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head-
lights will turn on in the Automatic Mode.
Parking Lights And Panel Lights
To turn on the parking lights and instrument
panel lights, rotate the headlight switch
clockwise. To turn off the parking lights,
rotate the headlight switch back to the O (off)
position.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster display will flash to show proper op-
eration of the front and rear turn signal lights.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash,
or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator
fails to light when the lever is moved, it would
suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
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Temperature Control
Press the arrows on the touchscreen or faceplate to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compart-
ment. Pressing the down arrow indicates cooler temperatures, and pressing the up arrow indicates warmer tempera-
tures.
Blower Control
There are seven blower speeds. Press the buttons to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode
you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the off position.
Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow
of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate
airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from
these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from
the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister out-
lets.
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SYNC Button — If Equipped
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator is illuminated when
this feature is enabled. SYNC is used to synchronize the passenger temperature setting with the driver temperature set-
ting. The SYNC feature also synchronizes the rear passengers’ temperature to the driver temperature setting. Changing
the passenger temperature setting while in SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
Faceplate Knob
Touchscreen Buttons
Blower Control
Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds
available. The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the buttons on the touch-
screen.
• Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The
blower speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob counterclockwise.
• Touchscreen:
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to increase the blower
setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons. For Uconnect 3, press the button
to access the blower screen and control the blower.
Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow
of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate
airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from
these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from
the floor outlets.
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CAUTION!
Leaving the lid open for extended periods
of time could cause the vehicle battery 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.
The interior of the RamBox will automatically
illuminate when the lid is opened. In addition
to the automatic illumination switch, there is
a manual on/off switch located at the rear of
each storage bin. Pushing the switch once
will turn off the bin lights, pushing the switch
again will turn the lights back on.
Cargo bins feature two removable drain plugs
(to allow water to drain from bins). To remove
plug, pull up on the edge. To install push plug
downward into drain hole.
NOTE:
Provisions are provided in the bins for cargo
dividers and shelf supports. These accesso-
ries (in addition to other RamBox accesso-
ries) are available from Mopar.
Locking And Unlocking RamBox
Push and release the lock or unlock button on
the key fob to lock and unlock all doors, the
tailgate and the RamBox (if equipped). Refer
to “Keys” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle”
in the Owner’s Manual for further details. The
RamBox storage bins can be locked using the
vehicle key. To lock and unlock the storage
bin, insert the key into the keyhole on the
push button and turn clockwise to lock or
counterclockwise to unlock. Always return
the key to the upright (vertical) position be-
fore removing the key from the push button.
CAUTION!
• 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 mecha-
nisms.
• 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, se-
CAUTION!
cure all cargo to prevent movement and
protect inside surfaces of bin from
heavy/sharp objects with appropriate
padding.
RamBox Safety Warning
Carefully follow these warnings to help pre-
vent personal injury or damage to your
vehicle:
WARNING!
• Always close the storage bin coverswhen your vehicle is unattended.
• Do not allow children to have access to
the storage bins. Once in the storage
bin, young children may not be able to
escape. If trapped in the storage bin,
children can die from suffocation or heat
stroke.
• In an accident, serious injury could re-
sult if the storage bin covers are not
properly latched.
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Extender Position
The extender position allows you to load the
bed of the truck beyond the tail gate. The bed
extender will add an additional 15 inches
(38 cm) in the back of the truck when addi-
tional cargo room is needed. The extender
position utilizes a locating pin and rotating
handle located on both sides of the truck bed
near the tailgate.
To install the bed extender into the extender
position, perform the following:
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Make sure the center handle is unlockedand rotate the center handle vertically in
order to release the extender side gates.
3. Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle.
4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal posi- tion to secure into place.WARNING!
To reduce the risk of potential injury or
property damage:
• Cargo must be secured.
• Do not exceed cargo load rating of yourvehicle.
• 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 the tailgate.
• The bed extender is not intended for off
road use.
• When not in use, the extender/divider
should be in stowed or divider position
with the tailgate closed.
• When in use all handles are to be in the
locked position.
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
CAUTION!
The maximum load per cleat should not
exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of
CAUTION!
the load on each cleat should not exceed
45 degrees above horizontal, or damage to
the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
There are two adjustable cleats on each side
of the bed that can be used to assist in
securing cargo.
Each cleat must be located and tightened
down in one of the detents, along either rail,
in order to keep cargo properly secure.
To move the cleat to any position on the rail,
turn the nut counterclockwise, approximately
three turns. Then pull out on the cleat and
slide it to the detent nearest the desired
location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the
detent and tighten the nut.
To remove the cleats from the utility rail,
remove the end cap screw located in the
center of the end cap, using a #T30 Torx
head driver. Remove the end cap and slide
the cleat off the end of the rail.
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seat belts are designed to keep the lap por-
tion of the seat belt tight around the child
restraint so that it is not necessary to use a
locking clip. The ALR retractor can be
“switched” into a locked mode by pulling all
of the webbing out of the retractor and then
letting the webbing retract back into the
retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make a
clicking noise while the webbing is pulled
back into the retractor. Refer to the “Auto-
matic Locking Mode” description in “Switch-
able Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)”
under “Occupant Restraint Systems” for ad-
ditional information on ALR. The cinching
latch plate is designed to hold the lap portion
of the seat belt tight when webbing is pulled
tight and straight through a child restraint’s
belt path.
Please see the table below and the following
sections for more information.Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing
Child Restraints In This Vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
What is the weight limit (child’s weight +
weight of the child restraint) for using the
Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the Child RestraintAlways use the tether anchor when using the
seat belt to install a forward facing child re-
straint, up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint.
Regular Cab Automatic Locking Retractor(ALR) Locations
ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor
Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
Quad Cab/Mega Cab/Crew Cab AutomaticLocking Retractor (ALR) Locations
CINCH = Cinching Latchplate
ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor
Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
SAFETY
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REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GAS
ENGINE
The fuel filler cap (gas cap) is located behind
the fuel filler door, on the left side of the
vehicle. Open the fuel door and remove the
fuel cap by turning it counter-clockwise.
NOTE:
When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap
tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler
door.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit inor near the vehicle when the gas cap is
removed or the tank is being filled.
• Never add fuel to the vehicle when the
engine is running.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped
into a portable container that is inside of
a vehicle. You could be burned. Always
place gas containers on the ground while
filling.
CAUTION!
• Damage to the fuel system or emissionscontrol system could result from using
an improper fuel tank filler tube cap.
• A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let
impurities into the fuel system.
• A poorly fitting fuel filler cap may cause
the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)”
to turn on.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do
not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts
off, the fuel tank is full.
NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
• Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “click- ing” sound. This is an indication that the
gas cap is tightened properly. The MIL in
the instrument cluster may turn on if the
gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure
that the gas cap is tightened each time the
vehicle is refueled.
WARNING!
Static electricity can cause an ignition of
flammable liquid, vapor or gas in any ve-
hicle or trailer. To reduce risk of serious
injury or death when filling containers:
• Always place container on the ground before filling.
• Keep the pump nozzle in contact with
the container when you are filling it.
• Use only approved containers for flam-
mable liquid.
• Do not leave container unattended while
filling.
• A static electric charge could cause a
spark and fire hazard.
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1500 Series Trucks
• Remove the jack and tool bag by removingthe wing bolt and sliding the jack and tool
bag from under the seat. 2500/3500 Series Trucks
• Remove the jack and tool bracket assembly
by removing the wing bolt and sliding the
jack and tool bracket assembly from under
the seat.Removing The Spare Tire
1. Remove the spare tire before attempting
to jack up the truck.
2. Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved angle facing away
from the vehicle.
3. Insert the extension tube through the ac- cess hole between the lower tailgate and
the top of the bumper and into the winch
mechanism tube.
4. Rotate the lug wrench handle counter- clockwise until the spare tire is on the
ground with enough cable slack to allow
you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
5. When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through
the center of the wheel.
Wing Bolt Location
Jack And Tool Bracket Assembly
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Jacking Instructions
1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and toolsfrom storage.
2. Using the lug wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the lug nuts by turning them
counterclockwise one turn while the
wheel is still on the ground. 3. Placement of the jack is critical:
NOTE:
Keep the jack and tools aligned while raising
the vehicle
1500 Series Trucks (4x2 And 4x4)
• When changing a front wheel, place the
scissors jack under the rear portion of the
lower control arm as shown below.
NOTE:
Access the front jacking location from behind
the front tire, and rear jacking location from
behind the rear tire. • Operate the jack using the extension with
the jack hook and the lug wrench. The
extension tubes may be used but is not
required.
Warning Label
Front 4x2 Jacking Location
Front 4x4 Jacking Location
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