towing Ram 1500 2019 Workshop Manual

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 OnOff
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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Setting NameSelectable Options
Tire Jack Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare
tire. Transport Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat
bed towing. Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer
for further information. Four Corner Air Suspen- sion Modes — IfEquipped Tire Jack Mode
Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to
assist in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel
Alignment Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Tire Jack Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare
tire. Transport Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat
bed towing. Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer
for further information. Four Corner Air Suspen- sion Modes — IfEquipped Tire Jack Mode
Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to
assist in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel
Alignment Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information.
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Disable Vehicle Towing..................... .481
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................516
Disturb ................................. .667
Door Ajar ............................... .183
Door Ajar Light ........................... .183
Door Locks Automatic ..............................41
Doors ....................................35
Drag And Drop Menu ...................... .569
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................43
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .430
Dual Rear Wheels ......................... .557
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .127
Electric Brake Control System ..................199
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................198
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............202, 207
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .300
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..........314, 318
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................312
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........340
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............203Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
.........182
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................480
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................435
Jump Starting .......................... .474
Emission Control System Maintenance ............195
Engine ................................. .494
Air Cleaner ............................ .501
Block Heater ........................... .299
Break-In Recommendations .................299
Compartment ....................494, 495, 496
Compartment Identification ...........494, 495, 496
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .564
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................285, 562
Fails To Start ........................... .298
Flooded,

Starting ........................ .298
Fuel Requirements ....................558, 563
Jump Starting .......................... .474
Oil ........................... .499, 563, 564
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .494, 500
Oil Filter .............................. .501
Oil Selection ........................ .499, 563
Oil Synthetic ........................... .500
Overheating ........................... .477
Starting .............................. .294
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Glass Cleaning........................... .553
Grocery Bag Retainer .........................55
Gross Axle Weight Rating .....................408
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................408
Guide Body Builders ............................5
GVWR ................................. .406
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .430
Hazard Warning Flashers .....................435
Headlights .............................. .442
Cleaning .............................. .547
High Beam ..............................69
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........69
Passing ................................71
Switch .................................68
Head Restraints ............................55
Head Rests ................................55
Heated Mirrors .............................66
Heater, Engine Block ....................... .299
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......69
Hill Descent Control ....................... .208
Hill Descent Control Indicator .................208Hill Start Assist
........................... .200
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .413
Hoisting ................................ .522
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ...............109
Hood Prop .............................. .106
Hood Release ............................ .106
Ignition ..................................27
Switch .................................27
Illuminated Entry ...........................76
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................61, 436
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........................... .192
Display .............................. .167
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................552
Integrated Trailer Brake Control ................417
Interior Appearance Care .....................550
Interior Lights ..............................74
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............
77
Introduction ................................4
In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide ........................18
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...................... .13012
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Passing................................71
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .179
Security Alarm ......................... .181
Service ............................... .441
Traction Control ........................ .206
Turn Signals ................73, 192, 287, 442, 447
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .181, 192
Limited-Slip Differential ..................335, 521
Loading Vehicle ........................... .406
Tires................................. .528
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode .................177
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................177
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............177
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............177
Locks Automatic Door ..........................41
Child Protection ..........................42
Power Door .............................37
Low Tire Pressure System .....................225
Lubrication, Body ......................... .509
Lug Nuts ............................ .556, 557
Maintenance Free Battery .....................497
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .489
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .184, 195 Manual
Service ............................... .678
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ....................... .522
Lubricant Selection ...................... .566
Media Hub .............................. .642
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................43
Memory Seat ........................... .43, 49
Memory Seats And Radio .....................43
Methanol ............................... .560
Mirrors ..................................61
Electric Powered ..........................63
Heated .................................66
Memory ................................49
Outside ................................62
Rearview ........................... .61, 436
Trailer Towing ...........................66
Modifications/Alterations V

ehicle .................................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................225
Mopar Parts ............................. .677
MP3 Control ............................. .642
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................69
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ..............396
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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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TiltDown .................................47
Up....................................47
Tilt Steering Column .........................58
Tip Start ................................ .294
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............528
Tire Markings ............................ .523
Tires......................... .287, 532, 539, 545
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .536
Air Pressure ........................... .532
Chains ............................... .543
Compact Spare ......................... .540
Dual ................................ .557
General Information ...................532, 539
High Speed ............................ .534
Inflation Pressure ....................... .533
Life Of Tires ........................... .536
Load Capacity ...................... .528, 529
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........186, 225
Quality Grading ........................ .545
Radial ............................... .534
Replacement ........................... .537
Rotation .............................. .544
Safety ............................ .522, 532
Sizes ................................ .524Snow Tires
............................ .539
Spare Tires ......................... .539, 541
Spinning .............................. .535
Trailer Towing .......................... .416
Tread Wear Indicators .....................536
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .556
Tire Safety Information ...................... .522
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................414
Tonneau Cover ........................ .150, 547
Tonneau Cover Cleaning .....................547
To Open Hood ........................... .106
Towing ............................. .407,
481
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .481
Guide ................................ .414
Recreational ........................... .424
Weight ............................... .414
Towing Behind A Motorhome ..................424
Traction ................................ .429
Traction Control .......................... .202
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................207
Trailer Towing ............................ .407
Cooling System Tips ..................... .422
Hitches ............................... .413
Minimum Requirements ....................414
Mirrors ................................66
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Tips ..................................422
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................414
Wiring ............................... .420
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .414
Trailer Weight ............................ .414
Transfer Case ............................ .522
Electronically Shifted ...................314, 318
Fluid ................................ .566
Transmission ............................. .306
Automatic ......................... .306, 520
Fluid ................................ .566
Maintenance ........................... .520
Shifting .............................. .304
Transporting Pets ......................... .284
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .536
Turn Signals .....................73, 192, 442, 447
Uconnect Uconnect Settings . . . .572, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable
Features ............38, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Passive Entry Programming ........38, 580, 604, 628
Uconnect Voice Command ....................648
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................545 Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
........109
Universal Transmitter ....................... .109
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .558
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................238
USB................................... .642
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ..................145
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............556
Vehicle Loading ....................... .406, 529
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Storage ......................... .94, 546
Vehicle User Guide In Vehicle Help ...........................18
Navigation ..............................18
Operating Instructions ......................18
Searching User Guide ......................18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .499
V

oice Recognition System (VR) .................648
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) . . . .185
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .677
Washers, Windshield ..................... .77, 497
Washing Vehicle .......................... .548
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