radio Ram 2500 2015 Repair Manual
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will no longer be displayed, and a pressure value will
display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur
due to any of the following:
•Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
• Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains
materials that may block radio wave signals.
• Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.
• Using tire chains on the vehicle.
• Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
3.6L Engine
This engine is designed to meet all emis-
sions regulations and provide excellent
fuel economy and performance when us-
ing high-quality unleaded “regular” gaso-
line having an octane rating of 87. The use
of higher octane premium gasoline will not provide any
benefit over regular gasoline in these engines.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 627
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Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment
Towing With 1500 Air Suspension
1. Set air suspension to normal ride height. No action isrequired if already in normal ride height.
NOTE: The vehicle must remain in the engine running
position while attaching a trailer for proper leveling of
the air suspension system.
2. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the trailer (do not connect the trailer).
3. Under radio suspension settings, turn on jack mode. Jack mode will be canceled and procedure must be
restarted if the vehicle is driven at speeds above 5mph
(8kph).
4. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening on the fender to ground, this is height H1. 5. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight
distribution bars connected.
6. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening on the fender to ground, this is height H2.
Measuring Height (H)
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
upper switch bank just below the radio.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle
speed while maintaining the motion of the vehicle
with the brakes.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 679
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories.
Battery (Diesel Model Shown)
1 — Positive Battery Post
2 — Fuses
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 727
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CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton
based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as
damage to the seat may result.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break-
age than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or windows
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 791
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PowerDistribution Center (Fuses) ................795
Door Locks ............................39
Mirrors ............................. .138
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........224, 230
Seats ............................... .142
Sliding Rear Window ....................243
Steering .......................... .569, 571
Sunroof ............................. .220
Windows ..............................46
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .820
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................63
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................63
Programmable Electronic Features ..........319, 346
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .604
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ........771, 774Radio Operation
......................... .393
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................390
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................179
Ramp Travel Index ....................... .527
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................780
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails .................262
Rear ParkSense System ..................189, 198
Rear Seat, Folding .....................152, 153
Rear Window Features .....................242
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... .244
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .151
Recorder, Event Data .......................81
Recreational Towing ...................... .667
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........670
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......673
Reformulated Gasoline .....................629
Refrigerant .......................... .762, 763
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................52
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Remote ControlStarting System .........................34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................25, 26
FCC General Information ..................33
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........21
Programming Additional Transmitters .........21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........391
Remote Starting Uconnect® Customer Programmable
Features ......................... .362, 383
Uconnect® Settings ..................362, 383
Remote Starting System ......................34
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .804
Replacement Keys .........................20
Replacement Parts ........................ .749
Replacement Tires .........................611
Reporting Safety Defects ....................836
Restraint, Head .......................... .154
Restraints, Child ...........................82 Restraints, Occupant
........................49
Rotation, Tires .......................... .616
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................115
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................117
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................836
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................114
Safety Information, Tire .....................591
Safety Tips ..............................114
Schedule, Maintenance .....................824
Seat Belt Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................56
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................53
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............61
Pregnant Women ........................63
Seat Belt Extender .......................62
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................63
Seat Belt Reminder .......................52
Seat Belt System .........................49
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INDEX 855
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.