sport mode Ram 1500 2020 Owner's Manual

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .............. 161
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions.... 162
 PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ........................... 164
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............. 164
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ............................. 166
Instrument Cluster Display Controls ....................... 166
Oil Life Reset ................................................................ 168
Display Menu Items .................................................... 169
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If
Equipped....................................................................... 176
 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ........................ 178
Red Warning Lights .................................................... 179
Yellow Warning Lights............................................... 183
Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 188
Green Indicator Lights ................................................ 192
White Indicator Lights ................................................ 193
Blue Indicator Lights ................................................... 194
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ........... 195
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ............................................................... 195
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS....................................................................... 196
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .........................................................198
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 198
Electronic Brake Control System ..............................199
 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..................................211
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped ........211
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation —
If Equipped ...................................................................222
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............... 227
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...........................234
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ......................234
Important Safety Precautions.....................................235
Seat Belt Systems .........................................................236
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS).....................245
Child Restraints............................................................ 265
Transporting Pets.........................................................285
 SAFETY TIPS......................................................................285
Transporting Passengers ............................................285
Exhaust Gas .................................................................286
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ..........................................................................286
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ...................................................................289
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How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode
1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.
2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until theentire seat belt is extracted.
3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is
now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode
Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to
retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking
Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking
mode.
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
Some of the safety features described in this section may be
standard equipment on some models, or may be optional
equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask an authorized
dealer.
• Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front
seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child restraint
in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat,
do not transport a rear-facing child restraint in that
vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)WARNING!
• The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switch -
able Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature or any
other seat belt function is not working properly when
checked according to the procedures in the Service
Manual.
• Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
• Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children
who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only
used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child
restraints that have a harness for restraining the child.
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NOTE:
If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling
of air suspension features must be done through the radio.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
Air Suspension Modes
The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the
system in unique situations:
Automatic AERO Mode
To improve aerodynamics, the air suspension system has a
feature which will put the vehicle into AERO height auto-
matically. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

Automatic Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle
settings in the instrument cluster display or through your
Uconnect Radio if equipped. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” or
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.

NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Tire Jack Mode
To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension system has
a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi
-
media” if equipped with a touch screen radio for further
information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Transport Mode
For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the road, the air
suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle
into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic load
leveling system. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen
radio for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
WARNING!
The air suspension system uses a high pressure volume
of air to operate the system. To avoid personal injury or
damage to the system, see your authorized dealer for
service.
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The indicator lamps 1 through 5 will illuminate to show the
current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will
show a position which the system is working to achieve.
When raising, if multiple indicator lamps are flashing, the
highest flashing indicator lamp is the position the system is
working to achieve. When lowering, if multiple indicators
are flashing, the lowest solid indicator lamp is the position
the system is working to achieve.
Pushing the height selector up once will move the suspen-
sion one position higher from the current position, assuming
all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine
running, speed below threshold, etc). The height selector
switch can be pushed up multiple times, each push will raise
the requested level by one position up to a maximum posi -
tion of OR2 or the highest position allowed based on current
conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
Pushing the height selector down once will move the suspen -
sion one position lower from the current level, assuming all
conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine
running, doors closed, speed below threshold, etc). The
height selector switch can be pushed down multiple times,
each push will lower the requested level by one position
down to a minimum of Entry/Exit Mode or the lowest posi -
tion allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed,
etc.) Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed
and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and
instrument cluster display messages will operate the same
for automatic changes and user requested changes.
• Off-Road 2 (OR2) – Indicator lamps 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 will be
illuminated when the vehicle is in OR2.
• Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 5, 4, 3 and 2 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1.
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) – Indicator lamps 5, 4 and 3 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Aero Mode – Indicator lamps 5 and 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Entry/Exit Mode – Indicator lamp 5 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/Exit mode
can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h). If vehicle speed
is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator
lamp 4 will flash and indicator lamp 5 will remain solid
until Entry/Exit Mode is achieved at which point indicator
lamp 4 will turn off.
• Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illuminated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
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To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension system
has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

NOTE:
If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling
of air suspension features must be done through the radio.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
Air Suspension Modes
The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the
system in unique situations:
AERO Mode
To improve aerodynamics, the air suspension system has a
feature which will put the vehicle into AERO height auto-
matically. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Tire Jack Mode
To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension system has
a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi
-
media” if equipped with a touch screen radio for further
information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Transport Mode
For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the road, the air
suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle
into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic load
leveling system. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen
radio for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
WARNING!
The air suspension system uses a high pressure volume
of air to operate the system. To avoid personal injury or
damage to the system, see your authorized dealer for
service.
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The indicator lamps 1 through 4 will illuminate to show the
current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will
show a position which the system is working to achieve.
When raising or lowering, the flashing indicator lamp is the
position the system is working to achieve.
Pushing the height selector switch up once will move the
suspension one position higher from the current position,
assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN posi-
tion, engine running, speed below threshold, etc). The height
selector switch can be pushed up multiple times, each push
will raise the requested level by one position up to a
maximum position of OR or the highest position allowed
based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
Pushing the height selector switch down once will move the
suspension one position lower from the current level,
assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN posi -
tion, engine running, doors closed, speed below threshold,
etc). The height selector switch can be pushed down multiple
times, each push will lower the requested level by one posi -
tion down to a minimum of Entry/Exit Mode or the lowest
position allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle
speed, etc.)
Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed
and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and instrument cluster display messages will operate the same
for automatic changes and user requested changes.
• Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, 2, and 1 will be
illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1.
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, and 2 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Aero Mode – Indicator lamps 4 and 3 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Entry/Exit Mode – Indicator lamp 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/Exit mode
can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h). If vehicle speed
is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator
lamp 3 will flash and indicator lamp 4 will remain solid
until Entry/Exit Mode is achieved at which point indicator
lamp 3 will turn off.
• Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illuminated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
• Tire/Jack Mode – Indicator lamps 4 and 1 will be illumi -
nated. Tire/Jack Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
• Wheel Alignment Mode – Indicator lamps 2, 3, and 4 will be illuminated. Wheel Alignment Mode is disabled by
driving the vehicle.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
NOTE:
• When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable stateand provincial laws. Contact state and provincial
Highway Safety offices for additional details. • Vehicles equipped with Active-Level Four Corner Air
Suspension must be placed in Transport mode before
tying them down (from the body) on a trailer or flatbed
truck. Refer to “Active-Level Four Corner Air Suspension
– If Equipped” for more information. If the vehicle cannot
WARNING!
Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely
affect performance of the airbag system in a collision. Do
not expect that the airbag will perform as described
earlier in this manual.CAUTION!
Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause
damage to the vehicle.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The
Ground Two-Wheel Drive
Models Four-Wheel Drive Models
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED See Instructions
• Transmission in PARK
• Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OK NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK OK
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be placed in Transport mode (for example, engine will not
run), tie-downs must be fastened to the axles (not to the
body). Failure to follow these instructions may cause fault
codes to be set and/or cause loss of proper tie-down
tension.
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain
will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed
ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground. This may be
accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a
tow dolly, follow this procedure:
NOTE:
If vehicle is equipped with air suspension, ensure the vehicle
is set to Normal Ride Height.
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in PARK. 4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the
dolly manufacturer's instructions.
5. Turn the ignition OFF.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
NOTE:
The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) for
recreational towing. The transmission must be shifted into
PARK for recreational towing. Refer to the following for the
proper transfer case NEUTRAL (N) shifting procedure for
your vehicle. CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause
severe transmission damage. Damage from improper
towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled
vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational
Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)” in the “Starting And
Operating” section.
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with the Active-Level Four Corner Air
Suspension System must be placed in Transport mode,
before tying them down (from the body) on a trailer or
flatbed truck. If the vehicle cannot be placed in Transport
mode (for example, engine will not run), tie-downs must be
fastened to the axles (not to the body). Failure to follow these
instructions may cause fault codes to be set and/or cause loss
of proper tie-down tension.
Refer to "Active-Level Four Corner Air Suspension System
— If Equipped" in "Starting And Operating" for more infor-
mation.
WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by
excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of
the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone.
Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/ h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without
stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.

CAUTION!
• Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the engine to
idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at least one
minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will
minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission
failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than
15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also
damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occur-
ring).

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Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the Suspension button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Setting Name Selectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower OnOff
Flash Lights With Lower OnOff
Auto Entry/Exit Suspension OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Auto Entry/Exit Suspension” feature is selected, the vehicle automatically lowers from ride height position 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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