Ram 1500 2020 Owner's Manual

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Opening Sunroof
Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automatically
and stop when the full open position is reached. This is called
“Express Open.” During Express Open operation, any other
actuation of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward. The
sunroof will move rearward and automatically stop at full
open position. Any release of the switch will stop the move-
ment. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a partially
opened condition until the sunroof switch is pushed again.
Closing Sunroof
Express
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically.
This is called “Express Close.” During Express Close opera -
tion, any other actuation of the switch will stop the sunroof. Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch forward. The
sunroof will move forward and automatically stop at full
closed position. Any release of the switch will stop the move
-
ment and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed condi -
tion until the sunroof switch is pushed again.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pres -
sure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your
vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down,
or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized.
If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then
open the front and rear windows together to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open
any window.
Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:
The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open.
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Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing of the
sunroof during the Express Close operation. If an obstruction
in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will auto-
matically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the sunroof
must be closed in Manual Mode.
Venting Sunroof — Express
Push and release the Vent button within one half second and
the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called
“Express Vent”, and it will occur regardless of sunroof posi -
tion. During Express Vent operation, any other actuation of
the switch will stop the sunroof.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the
glass panel. Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel
this feature.
NOTE:
Ignition Off time is programmable through the Uconnect
System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
Relearn Procedure
For vehicles equipped with a sunroof, there is a relearn
procedure that allows you to calibrate the sunroof when the
“Express Operation” feature stops working. To reset the
sunroof, follow these steps:
1. Place the ignition in the ACC or the ON/RUN position.
2. Ensure that the sunroof is in the fully closed position.
3. Push and hold the close switch. The sunroof will hit the
hard stop and move to the vent position after ten seconds.
4. Release the close switch.
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5. Push and hold the close switch again within five secondsto begin the teaching process. The sunroof will complete
one full cycle and return to the fully closed position.
NOTE:
If the close switch is released anytime during the teach cycle,
the procedure will need to be repeated starting from the first
step.
6. Once the sunroof has stopped in the fully closed position, release the close switch. The sunroof is now reset and
ready to use.Dual Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped
The power sunroof switches are located on the overhead
console between the courtesy/reading lights.
Power Sunroof Switches
1 — Opening/Closing Sunroof
2 — Venting Sunroof
3 — Opening/Closing Sunshade
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Opening Sunroof
The sunroof has two programmed open positions, comfort
stop position and full open position. The comfort stop posi-
tion has been optimized to minimize wind buffeting when driving with side windows closed and sunroof open. If the
sunshade is in the closed position when initiating a sunroof
open command the sunshade will automatically open to the
half open position prior to the sunroof opening.
Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second, the sunroof will open to the comfort stop position
and automatically stop. Push the switch rearward and
release it again, the sunroof will open to the full open posi
-
tion and automatically stop. This is called “Express Open”.
During Express Open operation, any movement of the
sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Manual
Push and hold the switch rearward, the sunroof will open to
the comfort stop position and automatically stop. Push the
switch rearward and hold it again, the sunroof will open to
the full open position and automatically stop. Any release of
the switch will stop the sunroof movement. The sunroof will
remain in a partially opened condition until the switch is
pushed and held again.
WARNING!
• Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob
in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil -
dren. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. Occupants, particularly unattended children,
can become entrapped by the power sunroof while
operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment
may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be
seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt
properly and make sure all passengers are also properly
secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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Venting Sunroof — Express
Push and release the Vent button within one half second and
the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called
“Express Vent” and it will occur regardless of sunroof posi-
tion. During Express Vent operation, any movement of the
switch will stop the sunroof.
NOTE:
If the sunshade was not already open, it will automatically
open prior to the roof opening to the vent position.
Closing Sunroof
Express
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically.
This is called “Express Close”. During Express Close opera -
tion, any other actuation of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Manual
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the
forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed
condition until the sunroof switch is pushed again. Opening Power Sunshade
The sunshade has two programmed open positions, half
open and full open positions. When opening the sunshade
from the closed position the sunshade will always stop at the
half open position regardless of express or manual open
operation. The switch must be actuated again to continue on
to full open position
Express
Push the sunshade switch rearward and release it within
one-half second, the sunshade will open to the half open
position and stop automatically. Push and release the switch
again from the half open position and the sunshade will
open to the full open position and stop automatically. This is
called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any
movement of the sunshade switch will stop the shade.
Manual
Push and hold the sunshade switch rearward, the shade will
open to the half open position and stop automatically. Push
and hold the sunshade switch rearward again and the shade
will open automatically to the full-open position. Any
release of the switch will stop the movement and the
sunshade will remain in a partially opened condition until
the switch is pushed again.
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Closing Power Sunshade
If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade cannot be
closed beyond the half open position. Pushing the sunshade
close switch when the sunroof is open/vented and the
sunshade is at half open position will first automatically
close sunroof prior to the sunshade closing.
Express
Push the sunshade switch forward and release it within
one-half second. If the sunroof is in closed position the
sunshade will full close automatically from any position. If
the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade will close to the
half open position and stop; push and release the sunshade
switch forward again to automatically close both the sunroof
and sunshade completely. This is called “Express Close”.
During Express Close operation, any movement of the
switch will stop the sunshade.
Manual
Push and hold the sunshade switch forward. If the sunroof is
in closed position the sunshade will full close from any posi-
tion. If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade will close
to the half open position and stop; pushing and holding the
sunshade switch forward again will close both the sunroof
and sunshade completely. Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunshade will remain in a partially
closed condition until the switch is pushed again.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing of the
sunroof during the Express Close operation. If an obstruction
in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will auto
-
matically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the sunroof
must be closed in Manual Mode.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pres -
sure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your
vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down,
or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized.
If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then
open the front and rear windows together to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open
any window.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the
glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel
this feature.
NOTE:
Ignition Off time is programmable through the Uconnect
System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.HOOD
To Open The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released.Hood Release Lever Location2
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1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steeringwheel at the base of the instrument panel.
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it,
before raising the hood.
Safety Latch LocationTo Close The Hood
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from the point
where the props no longer hold the hood open.
TAILGATE
Opening
The power tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate
release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to the open
position (if equipped).
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of
the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
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Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped The key fob may be equipped with an electronic
release feature for the tailgate, allowing hands-free
tailgate opening. To activate, push and release the
Tailgate Release button on the key fob twice within five
seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch, and slowly lower
into the open position.
If equipped, a button on the center overhead console inside
the vehicle can be used to release the tailgate. An indicator
light may also signal when the tailgate is open (if equipped).
For the tailgate to lower, the vehicle must be:
• In PARK or NEUTRAL
• Stationary (0 mph / 0 km/h)
NOTE:
The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover (if equipped) may prevent Elec -
tronic Tailgate Release if installed. The Tonneau Cover must
be removed or folded up before releasing the tailgate. Refer
to “Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover — If Equipped” in this chapter
for further information.Closing
To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are
latched.
NOTE:
Pull back on the tailgate firmly after closing to ensure it is
securely latched.
Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped
The multifunction tailgate (if equipped) is a 60/40 split tail -
gate with two swing doors to allow for closer access to the
pickup box with the doors open.
Opening
The tailgate must be latched closed to open the swing doors.
Push the paddle down, then pull the release handle beneath
the tailgate lowering handle. This opens the larger of the two
doors.
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Swing Door Release Handle
Once the wider swing door is opened, pull the release handle
on the inboard side of the narrower door to open. Swing Door Release Handle
Closing
Always close the narrower swing door first, then close the
wider swing door. The swing doors must be latched closed
before the tailgate can be lowered.
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