instrument cluster Ram 3500 2015 Workshop Manual

WARNING!
In theESC Full Off mode, the engine torque reduc-
tion and stability features are disabled. Therefore,
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is
unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver the
ESC system will not engage to assist in maintaining
stability. “ESC Full Off” mode is intended for off-
highway or off-road use only.
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. It should go out with the engine
running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at
speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
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Feedback to the driver:
The instrument cluster has a HDC icon and a HDC
switch which has an LED which offers feedback to the
driver about the state HDC is in.
•While HDC is Enabled or Active the gear position
typically associated with ERS manual mode will indi-
cate target set speed not the top gear limit which is
typical of ERS manual mode.
• The cluster icon and switch lamp will illuminate and
remain on solid when HDC is enabled or activated.
This is the normal operating condition for HDC.
• The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several
seconds then extinguish when the driver presses the
HDC switch but enable conditions are not met.
• The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several
seconds then extinguish when HDC deactivates due to
excess speed. •
The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash when HDC
deactivates due to overheated brakes. The flashing will
stop and HDC will activate again once the brakes have
cooled sufficiently.
WARNING!
HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control-
ling vehicle speed when descending hills. The driver
must remain attentive to the driving conditions and
is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed.
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NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Information System (TPIS):
• The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses
unique sensors in the inner rear wheels to help identify
them from the outer rear wheels, because of this, the
inner and outer wheel locations can’t be switched.
• After a tire rotation is completed, as shown below, the
system can auto learn the locations of each sensor ID.
Auto learning/localization occurs when the vehicle
ignition status is changed from Off to On and speeds of
greater than 5 mph (8km/h) are obtained and remain
over 5 mph (8km/h) for at about a 15 minute period.
You may need to drive for 20 minutes to account
slower speeds and stops.
• If the tires are rotated incorrectly, The Auto localization
of the TPIS sensors will fail to locate correctly resulting
in incorrect locations for the pressure values displayed
in the Instrument Cluster.CAUTION!
3500 Dual Rear Tires may only have one approved
direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the
asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off-
Road tire and the use of Outline White Letter (OWL)
tires.
• When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be
remounted on the rim, or installed at a different
location, to maintain the correct placement of the
tire on the wheel relative to the tire/wheel position
on the truck. For example, if the spare is used to
replace an outer rear tire it will have to be re-
mounted on the rim so that the wheel is dished
inward. That way the tread design of asymmetrical
tires and the white writing of the OWL tires will
maintain proper position.
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•Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver In-
formation Display (DID)
• TPM Telltale Light
The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if
equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be
used in place of any of the four road tires. A spare with a
pressure below the low-pressure limit will not cause the
“Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” to illuminate or
the chime to sound while it is stored in the spare tire
location.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will
illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime
will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the
four active road tires. In addition, the EVIC/DID will
display a “LOW TIRE” message and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure
values in a different color. An
Inflate to XXmessage will
also be displayed.
Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible
and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those
in a different color in the EVIC/DID graphic) to the“LOW TIRE PRESSURE” Message
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CAUTION!
•Damage to the fuel system or emissions control
system could result from using an improper fuel
tank filler tube cap.
• A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let impurities
into the fuel system.
• A poorly fitting fuel filler cap may cause the
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling. When the fuel
nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
• Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened
properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn
on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure
that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is
refueled.
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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

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F41 10 Amp RedActive Grill Shutter — If Equipped
F42 20 Amp Yellow Horn
F44 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F46 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
F49 10 Amp RedInstrument Panel Cluster
F50 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module – If Equipped
F51 10 Amp RedIgnition Node Module / Keyless Ignition
F52 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
F53 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights
F54 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals
F56 15 Amp BlueAdditional Diesel Content – If Equipped
F57 20 Amp Yellow Transmission
F58 20 Amp Yellow Spare Fuse
F59 10 Amp RedSCR Relay – If Equipped
F60 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 799

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F74 20 Amp Yellow
(Gas Engine & 1500 LD Diesel)
10 Amp Red (Cum-
mins Diesel Engine) Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Equipped
F75 10 Amp RedCoolant Temperature Valve Actuator
F76 10 Amp RedAntilock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control
F77 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Disconnect
Module
F78 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power Steering
F79 15 Amp Blue Clearance Lights
F80 10 Amp RedUniversal Garage Door Opener / Compass
F81 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow Right Turn/Stop Lights
F82 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module/ Cruise Control
F84 15 Amp BlueSwitch Bank/Instrument Cluster
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 801

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F85 10 Amp Red Airbag Module
F86 10 Amp Red Airbag Module
F87 10 Amp Red Air Suspension-If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering
Column Control Module
F88 15 Amp BlueInstrument Panel Cluster
F90/F91 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear seats) Customer Selectable
F93 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
F94 10 Amp RedShifter / Transfer Case Module
F95 10 Amp RedRear Camera / Park Assist
F96 10 Amp RedRear Seat Heater Switch
F97 25 Amp Clear Rear Heated Seats & Heated Steering Wheel – If
Equipped
F98 25 Amp ClearFront Heated Seats – If Equipped
F99 10 Amp Red Climate Control
F100 10 Amp RedUpfitters – If Equipped
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Information Center, Vehicle...............297, 325
Inside Rearview Mirror ..................126, 133
Instrument Cluster ....................... .285
Instrument Panel and Controls ................282
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............791
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ..............654
Interior Appearance Care ....................790
Interior Lights .......................... .171
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............177
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ..................... .230
Jack Location ........................ .683, 703
Jump Starting ........................... .725
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........21
Programming Additional Transmitters .........21
Key-In Reminder ..........................18 Keyless Enter-N-Go
.....................42, 443
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ .......................42
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ..............359, 380
Passive Entry ...........................42
Passive Entry Programming ..........42, 359, 380
Keyless Entry System .......................25
Key, Replacement ..........................20
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................19
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................175
Lane Change Assist ....................... .176
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................53
Latches ................................117
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .627
Leaks, Fluid .............................118
Life of Tires .............................611
Light Bulbs ..........................117,804
Lights ..............................117,164
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