climate control Ram 2500 2018 User Guide

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED .11
KEYS......................13
Key Fobs ....................13
IGNITION SWITCH ..............17
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If
Equipped....................17
Keyless Push Button Ignition — If
Equipped ....................17
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .....17
To Enter Remote Start Mode........17
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without
Driving The Vehicle .............18
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive
The Vehicle ...................18
General Information .............18
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........18
To Arm The System..............18
To Disarm The System ............19
DOORS.....................19
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry . . .19
SEATS .....................22
Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ....22
Heated Seats ..................25
HEAD RESTRAINTS ..............27
Front Head Restraint Adjustment .....27
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment ......28
Front Head Restraint Removal .......28
Rear Head Restraint Removal ........28
STEERING WHEEL..............29
Tilt Steering Column .............29
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped . .29
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF
EQUIPPED ...................30
MIRRORS ...................31
Power Folding Outside Mirrors For Standard
And Trailer Tow — If Equipped .......31
EXTERIOR LIGHTS..............32
Headlight Switch...............32
Headlights ...................32
Multifunction Lever .............32
High/Low Beam Switch ...........32Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped
..................33
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . .33
Parking Lights And Panel Lights ......33
Turn Signals ..................33
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ....34
Cargo Light With Bed Lights —
If Equipped ..................34
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .35
Windshield Wipers ..............35
CLIMATE CONTROLS .............36
Manual Climate Controls With A
Touchscreen..................36
Automatic Climate Controls With A
Touchscreen ..................41
Climate Control Functions ..........46
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ...................47
Operating Tips .................48
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ....49
Opening Sunroof...............49
Closing Sunroof ................49
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Each stored memory setting will have an
associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled
when the vehicle is delivered from the fac-
tory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled
(or later disabled) through the programmable
features in the Uconnect system. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
Heated Seats
On some models, the front and rear seats may
be equipped with heaters located in the seat
cushions and seat backs.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain tothe skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord in-
jury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion or other physical condition must
exercise care when using the seat
heater. It may cause burns even at low
WARNING!
temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time.
•
Do not place anything on the seat or
seatback that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or cushion. This may cause
the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a
seat that has been overheated could
cause serious burns due to the increased
surface temperature of the seat.
Front Heated Seats
The front heated seats control buttons are
located on the center instrument panel below
the climate controls.
If your vehicle is equipped with a touch-
screen, the front heated seats control buttons
are also located within the climate or controls
screen of the touchscreen.
• Press the heated seat button
once to
turn the HI setting on.
• Press the heated seat button
a second
time to turn the LO setting on.
• Press the heated seat button
a third
time to turn the heating elements off. When the HI-level setting is selected, the
heater will provide a boosted heat level dur-
ing the first four minutes of operation. Then,
the heat output will drop to the normal HI-
level. If the HI-level setting is selected, the
system will automatically switch to LO-level
after approximately 60 minutes of continu-
ous operation. At that time, the display will
change from HI to LO, indicating the change.
The LO-level setting will turn off automati-
cally after approximately 45 minutes.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
seats to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote
start, the driver’s seat can be programmed to
come on during a remote start.
If your vehicle is equipped with a touch-
screen, this feature can be programmed
through the Uconnect system. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
If your vehicle is not equipped with a touch-
screen, this feature can be programmed
through the instrument cluster display. Refer
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to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” in the Own-
er’s Manual for further information.
Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard seats are
equipped with heated seats. The heated seat
switches for these seats are located on the
rear of the center console.
There are two heated seat switches that allow
the rear passengers to operate the seats in-
dependently. You can choose from HI, LO or
OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in
each switch indicate the level of heat in use.
Two indicator lights will illuminate for HI, one
for LO and none for OFF.Push the switch once
to select HI-level heat-
ing. Push the switch a
second time to select
LO-level heating. Push
the switch a third time
to shut the heating el-
ements OFF. NOTE:
• Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be
felt within two to five minutes.
• The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate.
When the HI-level setting is selected, the
heater will provide a boosted heat level dur-
ing the first four minutes of operation. Then,
the heat output will drop to the normal HI-
level. If the HI-level setting is selected, the
system will automatically switch to LO-level
after approximately 60 minutes of continu-
ous operation. At that time, the number of
illuminated LEDs changes from two to one,
indicating the change. The LO-level setting
will turn OFF automatically after approxi-
mately 45 minutes.
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
Located in the seat cushion are small fans
that draw the air from the passenger compart-
ment and move air through fine perforations
in the seat cover to help keep the driver and
front passenger cooler in higher ambient
temperatures. The fans operate at two
speeds, HI and LO. The front ventilated seats control buttons are
located on the center instrument panel below
the climate controls.
If your vehicle is equipped with a touch-
screen, the front ventilated seats control but-
tons are also located within the climate or
controls screen of the touchscreen.
• Press the ventilated seat button
once to
choose HI.
• Press the ventilated seat button
a
second time to choose LO.
• Press the ventilated seat button
a third
time to turn the ventilated seat OFF.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the venti-
lated seats to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote
start, the ventilated seats can be pro-
grammed to come on during a remote start.
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STEERING WHEEL
Tilt Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering
column upward or downward. The tilt lever is
located on the steering column, below the
multifunction lever.Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to
unlock the steering column. With one hand
firmly on the steering wheel, move the steer-
ing column up or down, as desired. Release
the lever to lock the steering column firmly in
place.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column
while driving or driving with the steering
column unlocked, could cause the driver
to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious
injury or death.
Heated Steering Wheel — If
Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating ele-
ment that helps warm your hands in cold
weather. The heated steering wheel has only
one temperature setting. Once the heated
steering wheel has been turned on, it will
operate for an average of 80 minutes before
automatically shutting off. This time mayvary based on the temperature of the sur-
rounding environment or the heated steering
wheel may not turn on when it is already
warm.
The heated steering wheel control button is
located on the center instrument panel below
the climate controls. There are also buttons
located within the climate or controls screen
of the touchscreen.
• Press the heated steering wheel button
once to turn the heating element on.
• Press the heated steering wheel button
a second time to turn the heating element
off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote
start, the heated steering wheel can be pro-
grammed to come on during a remote start.
Tilt Lever Location
1 — Adjustable Pedal Switch
2 — Tilt Lever
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
Windshield Wipers
The wipers and washers are operated by a
switch in the multifunction lever. Turn the
end of the lever to select the desired wiper
speed.
Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first
detent past the intermittent settings for low-
speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of the
lever upward to the second detent past the
intermittent settings for high-speed wiper op-
eration.
Intermittent Wiper System
The intermittent feature of this system was
designed for use when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle, with a variable
pause between cycles, desirable. For maxi-
mum delay between cycles, rotate the control
knob upward to the first detent.
The delay interval decreases as you rotate the
knob until it enters the low continual speed
position. The delay can be regulated from a
maximum of about 18 seconds betweencycles, to a cycle every one second. The delay
intervals will double in duration when the
vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield washer, push the
washer knob, located on the end of the mul-
tifunction lever, inward to the second detent.
Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wiper
will operate for two to three cycles after the
washer knob is released from this position.
If the washer knob is depressed while in the
delay range, the wiper will operate for several
seconds after the washer knob is released. It
will then resume the intermittent interval
previously selected. If the washer knob is
pushed while in the off position, the wiper
will turn on and cycle approximately three
times after the wash knob is released.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield
washer system in cold weather, select a solu-
tion or mixture that meets or exceeds the
temperature range of your climate. This rat-
ing information can be found on most washer
fluid containers.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the wind-
shield could lead to a collision. You might
not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
To avoid sudden icing of the windshield
during freezing weather, warm the wind-
shield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist Feature
When a single wipe to clear off road mist or
spray from a passing vehicle is needed, push
the washer knob, located on the end of the
multifunction lever, inward to the first detent
and release. The wipers will cycle one time
and automatically shut off.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be
sprayed on the windshield. The wash func-
tion must be used in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual Climate Controls With A Touchscreen
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With Manual Temperature Controls
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Manual Climate Control Knobs
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Manual Climate Control With Touchscreen Descriptions
IconDescription
MAX A/C Setting
Press the button to select MAX A/C. This is the coldest setting and will put the A/C to its maximum power.
A/C Button
Push the A/C button on the touchscreen or faceplate to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illuminate when
the A/C system is engaged.
Recirculation Button
Push and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. Recirculation can
be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
NOTE:
• 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.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside, because of
moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for maximum defogging.
• Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
Front Defrost Setting
Push the button to activate Defrost mode. Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use De-
frost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging.
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automati-
cally turns off after ten minutes.
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Automatic Climate Controls With A Touchscreen
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Automatic Climate Controls
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Automatic Climate Control Knobs
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