power steering Ram 1500 2019 User Guide

NOTE:
•Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under
these conditions there will be a substantial increase in
steering effort, especially at low speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
• If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for
service.
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINES ONLY
— IF EQUIPPED
This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off
four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and
cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver
inputs or additional driving skills required.
NOTE: This system may take some time to return to full
functionality after a battery disconnect.
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Stop/Start function is developed to save fuel and
reduce emissions. The system will stop the engine auto-
matically during a vehicle stop if the required conditions
are met. Releasing the brake pedal will automatically
restart the engine. Vehicles equipped with eTorque contain a heavy duty
motor generator and an additional hybrid electric battery
to store energy from vehicle deceleration for use on engine
startup after a stop as well as providing launch torque
assist.
Automatic Mode
The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every normal cus-
tomer engine start. It will remain in STOP/START NOT
READY until you drive forward with a vehicle speed
greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). At that time, the system will
go into STOP/START READY and if all other conditions
are met, can go into an STOP/START AUTO STOP ACTIVE
“Autostop” mode.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following Must
Occur:
1. The system must be in STOP/START READY state. A
STOP/START READY message will be displayed in the
instrument cluster within the Stop/Start section. Refer
to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
2. The vehicle must be completely stopped.
3. The transmission Gear Selector must be in DRIVE and the brake pedal depressed.
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WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control
The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping
link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction
associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any
unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight,
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of
hitches are the most popular on the market today and they
are commonly used to tow small and medium sized
trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for
heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow
vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides
for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and
brake control, thereby enhancing towing safety. The addi-
tion of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens
sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes
positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway
control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch
are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and
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WARNING!
•Ignoring the overhead console light could mean you
will not have SOS Call services. If the overhead
console light is illuminated, have your authorized
dealer service the SOS Call system immediately.
• The Occupant Restraint Control module turns on the
air bag Warning Light on the instrument panel if a
malfunction in any part of the system is detected. If
the Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, have your
authorized dealer service the Occupant Restraint
Control system immediately.
Even if the SOS Call system is fully functional, factors
beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent or stop the SOS
Call system operation. These include, but are not limited
to, the following factors:
• Delayed accessories mode is active.
• The ignition is in the OFF position.
• The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact.
• The SOS Call system software and/or hardware are
damaged during a crash. •
The vehicle battery loses power or becomes discon-
nected during a vehicle crash.
• LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network and/or Global
Positioning Satellite signals are unavailable or ob-
structed.
• Equipment malfunction at the SOS operator facility.
• Operator error by the SOS operator.
• LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network congestion.
• Weather.
• Buildings, structures, geographic terrain, or tunnels.
WARNING!
ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the
road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the
steering wheel. You have full responsibility and as-
sume all risks related to the use of the features and
applications in this vehicle. Only use the features and
applications when it is safe to do so. Failure to do so
may result in an accident involving serious injury or
death.
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4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with
your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily
surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.• Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps
• Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp
5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing.
FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro-
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown
fuse with metal wires or any other material. Do not
place a fuse inside a circuit breaker cavity or vice
versa. Failure to use proper fuses may result in
serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition is
off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, transmission system) or steering
system blows, contact an authorized dealer.
CHMSL Bulb And Socket
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Internal Power Distribution Center
The Power Distribution Center is located under the drivers
side instrument panel. This center contains cartridge fuses,
micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description ofeach fuse and component may be stamped on the inside
cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped
on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Cavity
Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F01 30 Amp Pink –Trailer Tow Receptacle
F03 –15 Amp Blue Module Seat Heater Front (Pass)
F04 –– Spare
F05 –20 Amp Yellow Module PPU Cooling Fan
F06 40 Amp Green –Mod CBC 4 Exterior Light 2
F07 40 Amp Green –Mod CBC 3 PWR Locks
F08 –– Spare
F09 –– Spare
F10 40 Amp Green –HVAC Blower Motor
F11 –5 Amp Tan Output to Underhood Power Distribition
Center (UPDC) Run Coil
F12 –25 Amp Clear Mod Audio Amplifier / Active Noise Can-
cellation / SW Inverter
F13 –20 Amp Yellow Mod Seat Heater Front (Driver)
F14 –15 Amp Blue Mod Seat Heater Front (Steering Wheel)
F15 –– Spare
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Power Side Steps — If Equipped
After pressing the “Power Side Steps” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Power Side Steps AutomaticStow
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/
Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped Off
Remote Start Only All Starts
NOTE:
When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected the driv-
er’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C).
When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn on.
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Using Do Not Disturb
With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications from
incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes
on the road and hands on the wheel. For your convenience,
there is a counter display to keep track of your missed calls
and text messages while you were using Do Not Disturb.
Do Not Disturb can automatically reply with a text mes-
sage, a call or both, when declining an incoming call and
send it to voicemail.
Automatic reply messages can be:
•“I am driving right now, I will get back to you shortly.”
• Create a custom auto reply message up to 160 characters.
While in Do Not Disturb, Conference Call can be selected
so you can still place a second call without being inter-
rupted by incoming calls.
NOTE:
• Only the beginning of your custom message will be seen
on the touchscreen.
• Reply with text message is not compatible with iPhones.
• Auto reply with text message is only available on
phones that supporting Bluetooth MAP.
Android Auto — If Equipped
NOTE: Feature availability depends on your carrier and
mobile phone manufacturer. Some Android Auto features
may or may not be available in every region and/or
language.
Android Auto allows you to use your voice to interact with
Android’s best-in-class speech technology through your
vehicle’s voice recognition system, and use your smart-
phone’s data plan to project your Android powered smart-
phone and a number of its apps onto your Uconnect
touchscreen. Connect your Android 5.0 (Lollipop), or
higher, to one of the media USB ports, using the factory-
provided USB cable, and press the new Android Auto icon
that replaces your “Phone” icon on the main menu bar to
begin Android Auto. Push and hold the VR button on the
steering wheel, or press and hold the “Microphone” icon
within Android Auto, to activate Android’s VR, which
recognizes natural voice commands, to use a list of your
smartphone’s features:
• Maps
• Music
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New Vehicle Break-In Period..................299
Occupant Restraints ........................ .231
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............558, 559
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ...............431
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ...............431
Oil, Engine ........................... .499, 564
Capacity .............................. .563
Change Interval ........................ .499
Dipstick .............................. .497
Disposal .............................. .500
Filter ............................. .501, 564
Filter Disposal .......................... .500
Identification Logo ...................... .499
Materials Added To ...................... .500
Pressure Warning Light ....................181
Recommendation .....................499, 563
Synthetic ............................. .500
Viscosity ....................... .499, 500, 563
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .501
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .501
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .181
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................194
Operating Precautions ...................... .194Operator Manual
Owner’s Manual .......................5,678
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................62
Overheating, Engine ....................... .477
Paint Care ............................... .547
Panic Alarm ...............................21
Parking Brake ............................ .300
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .364
Passive Entry ..............................38
Pedals, Adjustable ...........................60
Personalized Main Menu .....................569
Pets ................................... .284
Pickup Box ........................... .134, 135
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........528
Power Distribution

Center (Fuses) ..............450, 454
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................63
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .........127, 130
Seats ..................................46
Side Steps ..............................37
Sliding Rear Window ......................98
Steering ............................ .63, 336
Sunroof ............................ .99, 102
688 INDEX

Windows...............................96
Power Seats Down .................................47
Forward ................................47
Rearward ...............................47
Recline .................................47
Tilt ...................................47
Up....................................47
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .566
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................240
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .240
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .534
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .........513, 516
Radio Frequency General Information ................26, 31, 33, 41
Radio Operation .......................... .646
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................78
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .521
Rear Camera ............................. .398
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails ..................145
Rear Cross Path ........................... .216
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .364
Rear Window, Sliding ........................98 Reclining Rear Seats
.........................46
Recreational Towing ........................ .424
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .........426
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .......428
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .559
Refrigerant .............................. .504
Release, Hood ............................ .106
Release, Tailgate .......................... .108
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .233
Remote Keyless Entry ........................21
Panic Alarm .............................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........26, 32
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................31
Uconnect Customer Programmable
Features ....................... .582, 607, 630
Uconnect Settings ..................582, 607, 630
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .441
Replacement Keys ...........................33
Replacement Tires ......................... .537
Reporting
Safety Defects .....................677
Restraints, Child .......................... .263
Restraints, Head ............................55
Rotation, Tires ............................ .54412
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Automatic Transmission....................306
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............................ .426
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............................ .428
Shoulder Belts ............................ .234
Side Steps, Power ...........................37
Signals, Turn ....................... .73, 192, 287
Siri .................................... .665
Sliding Rear Window, Power ...................98
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................543
Snow Plow .............................. .423
Snow Tires .............................. .539
Spare Tires ........................ .539, 540, 541
Spark Plugs ............................. .564
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .343
Cancel ............................... .343
Resume .............................. .343
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..............340, 343
Starting ............................. .293, 294
Automatic Transmission ....................293
Button .................................27
Cold Weather .......................... .299
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .298Starting And Operating
..................... .294
Starting Procedures ........................ .294
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ...............293
Steering Power ............................... .336
Tilt Column .............................58
Wheel, Heated ........................ .58, 59
Wheel, Tilt ..............................58
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................641
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .641
Steps, Power Side ...........................37
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ..............117
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .94, 546
Storing Your Vehicle ....................... .546
Sunglasses Storage ......................... .134
Sun

Roof ............................. .99, 102
Suspension Air .............................. .322, 328
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .207
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .500
Tailgate ................................ .147
Tailgate, Electronic Lowering ..................108
Telescoping Steering Column ...................58
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............93
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