lock Ram 2500 2016 Owner's Manual

Front Blower Control
There are seven blower speeds. Use
this control to regulate the amount of
air forced through the system in any
mode you select. The blower speed
increases as you move the control
clockwise from the OFF position.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration, your vehicle
may be equipped with four blower speeds.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the tem-
perature of the air inside the passenger
compartment. Rotating the knob coun-
terclockwise, from top center into the
blue area of the scale, indicates cooler
temperatures. Rotating the knob clock-
wise, into the red area, indicates
warmer temperatures.
Air Conditioning Operation
Push the A/C button to engage the Air
Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illu-
minate when the A/C system is
engaged.
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Recirculation Control
Push the Recirculation Control button to
choose between outside air intake or recircula-
tion of the air inside the vehicle. A LED will
illuminate when you are in Recirculation
mode. Only use the Recirculation mode to temporarily
block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust, and to cool
the interior rapidly upon initial start-up in very hot or
humid weather.
NOTE:
• If the RECIRCULATION button is pushed when the
system is in Defrost mode, the Recirculation LED
indicator will flash three times and then turn off to
indicate Recirculation mode is not allowed. •
Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
• In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation
mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because
of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum
defogging, select the outside air position.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-
ing the mode control selection by pushing the A/C
button.
Air Outlets
The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can
be adjusted for direction, and turned on or off to control
airflow.
NOTE: For maximum airflow to the rear, the center
instrument panel outlets can be directed toward the rear
seat passengers.
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7. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air
forced through the climate system. There are seven
blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause
automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The
speeds can be selected using either buttons on the
faceplate or buttons on the touchscreen as follows:
Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate
The blower speed increases as you turn the control
clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower
speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob
counterclockwise.
Buttons On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.8. Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control
ON/OFF.
9. Temperature Control Down Button
Push the button on the faceplate for cooler temperature
settings. On the touchscreen, slide the temperature bar
towards the blue arrow button for cooler temperature
settings.
10. Temperature Control Up Button
Push the button on the faceplate for warmer temperature
settings. On the touchscreen, slide the temperature bar
towards the blue arrow button for cooler temperature
settings.
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when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchronize
the passenger temperature setting with the driver tem-
perature setting. Changing the passenger temperature
setting while in Sync will automatically exit this feature.
10. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air
forced through the climate system. There are seven
blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause
automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The
speeds can be selected using either the blower control
knob on the faceplate or buttons on the touchscreen as
follows:
Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate
The blower speed increases as you turn the blower
control knob clockwise from the lowest blower setting.
The blower speed decreases as you turn the blower
control knob counterclockwise.Button On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.
11. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
demist outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings are
as follows:
•Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. Each of these outlets can be individu-
ally adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of
the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved
up and down or side to side to regulate airflow
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Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN)
WARNING!
ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the
road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1
and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X
(voice/data) or 3G (data) network connection.
NOTE: Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho-
rized by the subscriber.
An included trial and/or subscription is required to take
advantage of the Uconnect Access services in the next
section of this guide. To register with Uconnect Access,
press the Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get
started. Detailed registration instructions can be found
on the next page. NOTE:
Uconnect Access is available only on equipped
vehicles purchased within the continental United States,
Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where
coverage is available; see coverage map for details.9-1-1 Call
Security Alarm Notification
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Stolen Vehicle Assistance
Remote Vehicle Start**
Remote Horn and Lights
Yelp Search
Voice Texting
Roadside Assistance Call
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WiFi Hotspot***
**If vehicle is equipped.
***Extra charges apply.
Vehicle Health Alert
Your vehicle will send you an email alert if it senses a
problem under the hood with one of your vehicles key
systems. For further information go to the Mopar Owner
Connect website moparownerconnect.com.
Register (8.4A/8.4AN)
To unlock the full potential of Uconnect Access in your
vehicle, you first need to register with Uconnect Access.
1. Push the ASSIST button on your rearview mirror.2. Press the “Uconnect Care” button on the touchscreen.
3. A helpful Uconnect Care Agent will register your
vehicle and handle all of the details.Assist Button
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3. Press the app you’d like to connect to your vehicle.
4. Enter your login information for the selected app andpress Link.
5. Next time you’re in your vehicle, enable Bluetooth, pair your phone and select the Via Mobile app you
want to play from the Uconnect touchscreen to stream
your personalized music.
NOTE:
• You can also complete this process on the web. Simply
visit moparownerconnect.com log in and click Set Up
Via Mobile Profile (under Quick Links).
• Once you download the app to your compatible
mobile device, you will also be able to start your
vehicle and lock/unlock its doors from virtually any-
where.Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN)
1. To send a message, push the Phone button. After
the beep, say the following command: “Send mes-
sage to John Smith.”
2. Listen to the prompt. After the beep, dictate the
message you would like to send. Wait for Uconnect to
process your message.
3. The Uconnect system will repeat your message and provide a variety of options to add to, delete, send or
hear the message again. After the beep, tell Uconnect
what you’d like to do. For instance, if you’re happy
with your message, after the beep, say: “Send.”
You must be registered with Uconnect Access and have a
compatible MAP – enabled smartphone to use your voice
to send a personalized text message. For details about
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................477
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .477
▫ Automatic Transmission ................478
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go ...................478
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .479
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –22°F Or 30°C) ................480
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................480
▫ After Starting ....................... .482
 STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......482▫
Automatic Mode ..................... .482
▫ Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop .......................... .483
▫ To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode . .484
▫ To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System . .485
▫ To Manually Turn On The Stop Start System . .486
▫ System Malfunction ....................486
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .486
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............487
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............489
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▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .489
▫ Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If
Equipped .......................... .490
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — 1500 Models
Only (If Equipped) ....................499
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — 2500/3500
Models Only ........................511
 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .522
▫ Manually Shifted Transfer Case —
If Equipped ......................... .522
▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position
Switch) — If Equipped .................526
▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position
Switch) — If Equipped .................533 ▫
Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
(Eight Speed Transmission Only ) — If
Equipped .......................... .538
 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (1500 MODELS) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .545
▫ Description ......................... .545
▫ Air Suspension Modes ..................550
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) Display
Messages .......................... .552
▫ Operation .......................... .552
 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (2500/3500 MODELS)
— IF EQUIPPED ...................... .554
▫ Description ......................... .554
▫ Air Suspension Modes ..................556
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▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID) Display
Messages .......................... .557
▫ Operation .......................... .558
 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (REBEL MODELS
ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED .................558
▫ Description ......................... .558
▫ Air Suspension Modes ..................562
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Driver Infromation Display (DID) Display
Messages .......................... .564
▫ Operation .......................... .564
 AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — POWER WAGON
MODELS ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) ............565
STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM — POWER
WAGON ONLY ....................... .568
 SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING — POWER WAGON
ONLY.............................. .570
▫ Off-Road Driving Tips And Vehicle
Characteristics ...................... .570
▫ Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand ..........573
▫ Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High
Points) ............................ .575
▫ Hill Climbing ....................... .577
▫ Driving Through Water .................580
▫ Airing Down For Off-Road Driving .........583
▫ Vehicle Recovery ..................... .584
▫ After Driving Off-Road .................588
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