warning lights Ram 2500 2016 Diesel Supplement

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE (EVIC) .....17
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM (DID) . . .20
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS ........23
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights ...............24
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights .............36
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights .............56
▫ White Telltale Indicator Light ..............60
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Light ...............62
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) ...............................63
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays — 3.5” Display .................64
▫ Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages ......71
▫ Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages . .73
▫ Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning
Messages ............................74
▫ EVIC/DID Displays .....................75
▫ Oil Life Reset .........................763

NOTE:
•The gauge may take up to five seconds to update after
adding a gallon or more of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
to the DEF tank. If you have a fault related to the DEF
system, the gauge may not update to the new level. See
your authorized dealer for service.
• The DEF gauge may also not immediately update after
a refill if the temperature of the DEF fluid is below 12F
(-11C). The DEF line heater will possibly warm up the
DEF fluid and allow the gauge to update after a period
of run time. Under very cold conditions, it is possible
that the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for
several drives.
• Outside temperature can affect DEF consumption. In
cold conditions, 12° F (-11° C) and below, the DEF
gauge needle can stay on a fixed position and may not
move for extended periods of time. This is a normal
function of the system.WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator light switches on
in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes-
sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These
indications are indicative and precautionary and as such
must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative
to the information contained in the Owner Manual,
which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this chapter in the
event of a failure indication.
All active telltales will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some
telltales are optional and may not appear.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23

Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains un-
buckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will
sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

•Fuel meets minimum requirement
• Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
• Wait To Start Light is not illuminated
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled.
• Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
Remote Start Abort Message
The following messages will display in the EVIC/DID if
the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start
prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted - Hood Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted - Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted - System Fault
The EVIC/DID message stays active until the ignition is
turned to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-
onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 171

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE (EVIC) .....183
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM (DID) . .186
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS .......189
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights ..............190
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights ............202
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ............221
▫ White Telltale Indicator Light .............225
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Light ..............227
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) ............................. .228▫
Instrument Cluster Messages .............228
▫ Vehicle Information (Customer Information
Features) ........................... .230
 Driver Information Display (DID) —
7” Display .......................... .242
▫ Diesel Indicator Lights ..................244
▫ Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages .......245
▫ Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages .....246
▫ Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning
Messages .......................... .248
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NOTE:
•The gauge may take up to five seconds to update after
adding a gallon or more of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
to the DEF tank. If you have a fault related to the DEF
system, the gauge may not update to the new level. See
your authorized dealer for service.
• The DEF gauge may also not immediately update after
a refill if the temperature of the DEF fluid is below 12F
(-11C). The DEF line heater will possibly warm up the
DEF fluid and allow the gauge to update after a period
of run time. Under very cold conditions, it is possible
that the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for
several drives.
• Outside temperature can affect DEF consumption. In
cold conditions, 12° F (-11° C) and below, the DEF
gauge needle can stay on a fixed position and may not
move for extended periods of time. This is a normal
function of the system.WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator light switches on
in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes-
sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These
indications are indicative and precautionary and as such
must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative
to the information contained in the Owner Manual,
which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this chapter in the
event of a failure indication.
All active telltales will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some
telltales are optional and may not appear.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189

Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains un-
buckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will
sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE
Observe the following when the engine is operating.
• All message center lights are off.
• Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is off.
• Engine oil pressure is above 10 psi (69 kPa) at idle. •
Voltmeter operation:
The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various
engine temperatures. This cycling operation is caused by
the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold heater system.
The number of cycles and the length of the cycling
operation is controlled by the engine control module.
Post-heat operation can run for several minutes, and then
the electrical system and voltmeter needle will stabilize.
The cycling action will cause temporary dimming of the
headlamps, interior lamps, and also a noticeable reduc-
tion in blower motor speed.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING

JUMP STARTING
WARNING!
•To prevent personal injury or damage to clothing,
do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or
fabrics. Do not lean over a battery when connecting
jumper cables or allow cable clamps to touch each
other. Keep open flames or sparks away from
battery vent holes. Always wear eye protection
when working with batteries.
• Do not use a booster battery or any other booster
source that has a greater than 12 Volt system, i.e., do
not use a 24 Volt power source.
NOTE: Replacement batteries should both be of equal
size to prevent damage to the vehicle’s charging system.
Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt batteries. If it
becomes necessary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are
discharged, the following procedure should be used:
Set the parking brake and place an automatic transmis-
sion in PARK (or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission).
Turn off lights, heater and other electrical loads. Observe
charge indicator (if equipped) in both batteries. If the
indicator (if equipped) is light or yellow on either battery,
replace that battery.
CAUTION!
Use the jump start procedure only when the charge
indicator (if equipped) in both batteries is dark in the
center. Do not attempt jump starting when either
battery charge indicator (if equipped) is bright or
yellow. If the charge indicator (if equipped) has a
green dot in the center, failure to start is not due to a
discharged battery and cranking system should be
checked.
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Cruise Light..............................58
Diesel Fuel ............................. .108
Diesel Fuel Requirements ....................108
Bulk Storage Of ........................117
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming ...............135
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................142
Door Ajar ...............................35
Door Ajar Light ...........................35
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter ...........131
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........32
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......63
Engine ................................ .124
Air Cleaner .......................... .128
Block Heater ...................... .100 , 107
Break-In Recommendations .................13
Compartment ......................... .124Coolant (Antifreeze)
.....................147
Identification ......................... .124
Idling .............................. .104
Oil............................. .126 , 147
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .127
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .128
Engine Fuel .......................... .131
Engine Oil ....................... .128 , 147
Engine Oil Disposal .....................128
Flashers Turn Signal ............................57
Fluid Capacities ......................... .146
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .144
Fluid, Brake ............................ .150
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........147
Fog Lights ...............................46
392 INDEX - RAM 1500