lights Ram 2500 2020 Repair Manual

500MULTIMEDIA
Mirrors & Wipers
After pressing the Mirror & Wipers button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Lights
After pressing the Lights button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse” feature is selected, the outside side-view mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position
and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted
out of REVERSE. Rain Sensing Auto Wipers OnOff
NOTE:
Automatically adjusts the wiper speed based on the amount of precipitation. Headlights with Wipers OnOff
Setting Name Selectable Options
Headlight Off Delay-+
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting
the vehicle. Headlight Illumination On Approach –+
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Illumination On Approach” feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the
doors are unlocked with the key fob.

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Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Headlights With Wipers” feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights turn on approximately
10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Auto Dim High Beams” feature is selected, the high beam headlights deactivate automatically under certain conditions. Daytime Running Lights OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Daytime Running Lights” feature is selected, the daytime running lights can be turned On or Off. This feature is only available if allowed by
law in the country of the vehicle purchase. Steering Directed Lights OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Steering Directed Lights” feature is selected, the headlights turn with the direction of the steering wheel. Flash Lights with Lock OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lamps flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature
may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” feature selected. Rear Guidance Lights w/ Cargo Lights— If Equipped On
Off
NOTE:
When the “Rear Guidance Lights w/ Cargo Lights” feature is selected, the lights in the cargo and bed of the truck will come on either when the head -
light switch is pressed, or the button on the back bed of the truck is pressed.
Setting Name Selectable Options
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Doors & Locks
After pressing the Doors & Locks button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto Door LocksOn Off
Auto Unlock On Exit OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Auto Unlock On Exit” feature is selected, all doors unlock when the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position,
and the driver's door is opened. Flash Lights With Lock OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob.
This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” feature selected. Sound Horn with Lock — If Equipped Off1st Press 2nd Press
Sound Horn With Remote Start OnOff
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks Driver Door All Doors

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Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start — If
Equipped
After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Engine Off Options
After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/Vented Seat
& Steering Wheel — If Equipped Off
Remote Start All Starts
NOTE:
When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Vented Seat & Steering Wheel” feature is selected, the driver's heated seat and heated steering wheel will auto -
matically turn on when temperatures are below 40°F (4.4°C). When temperatures are above 80°F (26.7°C), the driver vented seat will turn on.
Setting Name Selectable Options
Engine Off Power Delay+–
NOTE:
When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if equipped), power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature. Headlight Off Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting
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INDEX
A
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)
.......................................................... 275
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 413
Adding Fuel.......................................... 312, 313
Additives, Fuel............................................... 446AdjustDown
........................................................... 34
Forward....................................................... 34
Rearward..................................................... 34
Up................................................................ 34
Adjustable Pedals............................................ 43
Air BagAir Bag Operation
...................................... 184
Air Bag Warning Light................................ 181Enhanced Accident Response......... 189, 371
Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 371
If Deployment Occurs................................ 188Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 184
Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 189
Maintenance............................................. 189Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.............182
Transporting Pets...................................... 208
Air Bag Light............................... 130, 181, 209
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)
................................................... 398, 419
Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 400
Air Conditioner Refrigerant........................... 400
Air Conditioner System................................. 400
Air Conditioning......................................... 57, 68
Air Conditioning Filter..............................70, 401
Air Conditioning System................................... 68Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 69
Air Filter........................................................ 398
Air PressureTires
......................................................... 429
AlarmPanic
........................................................... 15
Security Alarm....................................25, 131
Alterations/ModificationsVehicle
......................................................... 12Android Auto................................................. 533
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................. 412, 451
Capacites................................................. 451Disposal................................................... 414
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...................... 144
Anti-Lock Warning Light................................ 136Apple CarPlay................................................ 533
Assist, Hill Start............................................. 151
Audio Systems (Radio).................................. 458
Auto Down Power Windows............................. 71
Automatic Door Locks...................................... 31
Automatic Headlights.......................................51
Automatic Tailgate Release.............................75
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............68
Automatic Transmission....................... 233, 418
Adding Fluid.............................................. 418
Fluid And Filter Change............................. 418Fluid Change............................................. 418
Fluid Level Check............................. 416, 417
Fluid Type...............................416, 454, 457
Shifting..................................................... 237
Special Additives...................................... 416
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode... 236
AUX Camera......................................... 304, 311
Auxiliary Driving Systems.............................. 153
Axle Fluid.....................................418, 454, 457Axle Lubrication............................................ 418
B
Back-Up
......................................................... 302
Back-Up Camera........................................... 302
Bar, Stabilizer/Sway System......................... 253Battery................................................. 132, 395
Blanket..................................................... 223
Charging System Light.............................. 132Keyless Key Fob Replacement....................15
Battery Saver Feature......................................53

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Belts, Seat
..................................................... 209
Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 153
Body Builders Guide........................................ 12
Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 408
B-Pillar Location............................................. 426
Brake Assist System...................................... 145
Brake Control System.................................... 145Brake Fluid.......................................... 415, 454
Brake System...................................... 415, 444
Fluid Check............................................... 415Master Cylinder......................................... 415
Parking...................................................... 229
Warning Light............................................ 130
Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 232
Bulb Replacement......................................... 372Bulbs, Light.......................................... 210, 372
C
Cab Top Clearance Lights
.............................. 378
Camera.......................................................... 302
Camera, AUX........................................ 304, 311
Camera, Rear...................................... 302, 305
Camper.......................................................... 100
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)......... 451Capacities, Fluid............................................ 451
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine)
...................................... 391, 397
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 413
Car Washes................................................... 440
Carbon Monoxide Warning.................. 208, 448
Cargo Light....................................................... 52
Cellular Phone.............................................. 527
Center High Mounted Stop Light................... 377
Center Seat Storage Compartment.................. 82
Charge Air Cooler.......................................... 415
Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 423
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................................................. 142
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 208
Checks, Safety.............................................. 208Child Restraint.............................................. 190
Child RestraintsBooster Seats
........................................... 193
Child Seat Installation..................... 201, 202
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 200Infant And Child Restraints....................... 192
Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 198
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 195
Older Children And Child Restraints......... 193Seating Positions...................................... 194
Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 446
CleaningWheels
..................................................... 434
Climate Control................................................ 57
Automatic.................................................... 61
Manual........................................................ 57
Cold Weather Operation............................... 215
Compact Spare Tire...................................... 433
Contract, Service.......................................... 537
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 413
Cooling System............................................. 411
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 413
Coolant Level................................... 412, 414
Cooling Capacity....................................... 451
Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 414
Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 412
Inspection................................................. 414Points To Remember................................ 414
Pressure Cap............................................ 413
Radiator Cap............................................. 413Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)
............... 412, 451, 452, 454
Corrosion Protection..................................... 439
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 273, 275
Cruise Light................................................... 141Cupholders.......................................................87
Customer Assistance.................................... 536
Cybersecurity................................................ 458
D
Daytime Running Lights
...................................49
Dealer Service............................................... 396
Defroster, Rear Window...................................57
Defroster, Windshield............................ 57, 209Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..............................55
Diagnostic System, Onboard......................... 141
Diesel Exhaust Brake.................................... 230
Diesel Fuel.................................................... 448
Diesel Fuel Requirements............................. 448
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming.................... 407
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Differential, Limited Slip
................................ 264
Disabled Vehicle Towing................................ 369
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
....................... 414
Do Not Disturb............................................... 532
Door Ajar........................................................ 133
Door Ajar Light............................................... 133Door LocksAutomatic
.................................................... 31
Doors............................................................... 27Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter............ 403
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................................... 32
DrivingOff-Pavement
............................................ 255
Off-Road.................................................... 255Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
..................................... 335
Dual Rear Wheels................................ 437, 444
E
Electric Brake Control System
....................... 145
Anti-Lock Brake System............................. 144
Electronic Roll Mitigation................. 149, 153
Electrical Power Outlets................................... 88Electronic Range Select (ERS)............. 236, 241
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...................146
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 132
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case.............. 244
Emergency Braking........................................ 229
Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck
..................... 367
Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 338
Jump Starting........................................... 362
Emission Control System Maintenance........ 142
Engine......................................... 391, 392, 393
Air Cleaner................................................ 398Block Heater.................................... 218, 227
Break-In Recommendations..................... 228
Compartment.................................. 392, 393Compartment Identification...................... 391
Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 452, 454
Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 208, 448
Fails To Start............................................ 214
Flooded, Starting...................................... 214Fuel Requirements.......................... 446, 451
Identifcation.................................... 392, 393
Idling........................................................ 224
Jump Starting........................................... 362Oil..................................396, 451, 452, 454
Oil Filler Cap.................................... 391, 397
Oil Filter.................................................... 398
Oil Reset................................................... 119
Oil Selection.................................... 396, 451
Oil Synthetic............................................. 398
Overheating.............................................. 367
Runaway................................................... 312
Starting..................................................... 212
Engine Oil Viscosity....................................... 397
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature
................................................ 189, 371
Entry System, Illuminated................................55
Ethanol.......................................................... 446
Exhaust Brake............................................... 230
Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 208, 448
Exhaust System..........................208, 410, 419Exterior Lighting...............................................49
Exterior Lights........................................ 49, 210
F
FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 398
Air Conditioning................................. 70, 401
Engine Fuel............................................... 403
Engine Oil...............................398, 452, 454
Engine Oil Disposal................................... 398
FlashersTurn Signals
.............................. 52, 140, 210
Flash-To-Pass...................................................51
Flat Tire Stowage.......................................... 350
Fluid Capacities............................................ 451
Fluid Leaks.................................................... 210
Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 415
Fluid, Brake................................................... 454
Fluids And Lubricants........................... 452, 454
Fog Lights.............................................. 52, 376
Fold Flat Load Floor.........................................86
Fold-Flat Seats.................................................32

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Forward Collision Warning
............................. 160
Four Wheel Drive........................................... 244
Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 338
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 367
Front Axle (Differential).................................. 418
Fuel..................................................... 446, 448
Adding............................................. 312, 313Additives................................................... 446
Capacity.................................................... 451
Clean Air.................................................... 446Diesel.............................................. 448, 454
Ethanol...................................................... 446
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................................... 313
Filter.......................................................... 403
Gasoline.................................................... 446Light.......................................................... 135
Materials Added........................................ 446
Methanol................................................... 446
Octane Rating................................. 446, 452Requirements........................ 446, 448, 451
Specifications............................................ 448
Tank Capacity............................................ 451
Fueling........................................................... 313
Fuses............................................................. 353
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
.................... 76
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............................... 313
Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 446
Gasoline, Reformulated................................. 446
Gauges Voltage
..................................................... 221
Gear Ranges................................................. 238
Gear Selector Override................................. 365
Glass Cleaning.............................................. 443
Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 319
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 318GuideBody Builders
.............................................. 12
GVWR............................................................ 317
H
HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 335
Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 338
Head Restraints............................................... 39
Head Rests...................................................... 39
Headlights.................................................... 374
Automatic High Beam.................................. 50
Cleaning................................................... 439
High Beam................................................... 50
Lights On Reminder..................................... 52
Passing........................................................ 51Switch.......................................................... 49
Heated Mirrors................................................. 47
Heater, Engine Block.................................... 227
Hill Descent Control...................................... 149
Hill Descent Control Indicator....................... 149
Hill Start Assist.............................................. 151
HitchesTrailer Towing
........................................... 322
Hoisting......................................................... 422
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................76
Hood Prop........................................................74
Hood Release...................................................74
Hub Caps...................................................... 352
I
Idle-Up Feature
............................................. 224Ignition.............................................................18
Switch..........................................................18
Illuminated Entry..............................................55
In Vehicle HelpVehicle User Guide
......................................13
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 43, 44, 338
Instrument Cluster............ 113, 114, 116, 117
Descriptions.............................................. 140
Display...................................................... 117
Engine Oil Reset....................................... 119
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 443
Integrated Trailer Brake Control.................... 325
Interior Appearance Care.............................. 442
Interior Lights...................................................53Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)..................55
Intervention Regeneration Strategy..... 124, 407
Inverter Outlet (115V)......................................90
iPod/USB/MP3 Control................................. 52511

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J
Jack Location
................................................. 342
Jump Starting................................................ 362
K
Key Fob Panic Alarm
................................................. 15
Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 17, 24
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)
............................................................... 15Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)
............................................................... 17
Keyless Enter-N-Go........................28, 211, 216
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors....... 466, 483, 502
Passive Entry............................................... 28
Passive Entry Programming............. 483, 502
Keys................................................................. 14
Replacement............................................... 24
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals
........................ 52
Lane Change Assist......................................... 52
LaneSense.................................................... 299
Latches.......................................................... 210
Hood........................................................... 74
Lead Free Gasoline........................................ 446
Leaks, Fluid................................................... 210
Life Of Tires................................................... 431
Light Bulbs........................................... 210, 372
Lights............................................................ 210
Air Bag.................................... 130, 181, 209
Automatic High Beam.................................. 50
Brake Assist Warning............................... 148
Brake Warning.......................................... 130
Bulb Replacement.................................... 372
Cab Top Clearance................................... 378Cargo........................................................... 52
Center Mounted Stop............................... 377
Courtesy/Reading....................................... 54Cruise....................................................... 141
Daytime Running......................................... 49
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator
............................................... 131
Exterior...............................................49, 210Fog........................................................... 376
Four Wheel Drive Indicator....................... 250
Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 338
Headlights............................................ 49, 51High Beam................................................... 50
Hill Descent Control Indicator................... 149
Illuminated Entry......................................... 55
Interior.................................................. 53, 54
Lights On Reminder..................................... 52
Low Fuel................................................... 135
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 133
Park.......................................................... 140
Passing........................................................ 51
Seat Belt Reminder.................................. 130
Security Alarm.......................................... 131
Service...................................................... 372
Side Marker.............................................. 379
Traction Control........................................ 148
Transfer Case........................................... 250
Turn Signals............52, 140, 210, 374, 376
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions
................................ 131, 140Limited-Slip Differential....................... 264, 418
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode..................... 128
Load Shed Battery Saver On......................... 128Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction........... 128
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............ 128
Loading Vehicle............................................. 317
Tires.......................................................... 426
LocksAutomatic Door............................................31
Child Protection...........................................31
Power Door..................................................27
Low Tire Pressure System............................. 163Lubrication, Body.......................................... 408
Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 444
M
Maintenance
....................................................74Maintenance Free Battery............................ 395
Maintenance Plan......................................... 386
Maintenance Schedule............... 380, 384, 386
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check
Engine)
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Vehicle User Guide In Vehicle Help
............................................ 13
Navigation................................................... 13
Operating Instructions................................. 13
Searching User Guide.................................. 13
Viscosity, Engine Oil....................................... 397
Voice Recognition System (VR)...................... 529Voltmeter....................................................... 221
W
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Descriptions)
................................................. 134
Warnings And Cautions................................... 12
Warranty Information..................................... 538
Washers, Windshield.............................. 56, 394
Washing Vehicle............................................ 440
WaterDriving Through
........................................ 335
Water SeparatorDiesel Fuel
................................................ 403
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care.......................... 434
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim........................... 434
Wheel Covers................................................ 352Winch............................................................ 264
Accessories.............................................. 266
Operation................................................. 266Rigging Techniques.................................. 272
Usage....................................................... 264
Wind Buffeting.......................................... 72, 73
Window Fogging............................................... 69
Windows..........................................................70
Power...........................................................70
Rear Sliding.................................................72
Reset Auto-Up..............................................71
Windshield Defroster.................................... 209
Windshield Washers....................... 55, 56, 394
Fluid................................................... 55, 394Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 409
Windshield Wipers...........................................55
Wipers Blade Replacement........................... 409Wipers, Intermittent.........................................55
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.....................................56
Wireless Charging Pad.....................................91
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