Ram 3500 2019 Workshop Manual

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Heated Seats — If Equipped
On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped
with heaters located in the seat cushions and seat backs.
Front Heated Seats
The heated seats control buttons are located on the center
instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also located
within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.

• Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the
MED setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the LO setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
• The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate.
• The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it.
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.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other
physical condition must exercise care when using the
seat heater. It may cause burns even at low tempera -
tures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insu -
lates 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
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Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard rear seats are equipped
with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these seats are
located on the rear of the center console.Rear Heated Seat Switches
There are two heated seat switches that allow the rear
passengers to operate the seats independently. You can
choose from HI, MED, LO, or OFF heat settings. Amber indi -
cator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use.

• Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the
MED setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the LO setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
• The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it.
• 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.
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
Front Ventilated Seats
Located in the seat cushion are small fans that draw the air
from the passenger compartment 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 three speeds, HI, MED and LO.

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The front ventilated seats control buttons are located on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also
located within the climate or controls screen of the touch-
screen.
• Press the ventilated seat button once to choose HI.
• Press the ventilated seat button a second time to choose MED.

• Press the ventilated seat button a third time to choose LO.

• Press the ventilated seat button a fourth time to turn the ventilation off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the venti -
lated seats can be programmed to come on during a remote
start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by
restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact.
Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head
restraint is located above the top of your ear.
NOTE:
Do not reverse the head restraints (making the rear of the
head restraint face forward) in an attempt to gain additional
clearance to the back of your head.
WARNING!
• All occupants, including the driver, should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head
restraints are placed in their proper positions in order
to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a
crash.
• Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause
serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
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Front Head Restraints
Four-Way Head Restraints — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with front four-way driver
and passenger head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment
button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push
downward on the head restraint.
To adjust the head restraint forward, pull the top of the head
restraint toward the front of the vehicle as desired and
release. To adjust the head restraint rearward, pull the top of
the head restraint to the forward most position and release.
The head restraint will return to the rear most position.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench seat, the center
head restraint is not adjustable or removable.Two-Way Head Restraints — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with front two-way driver
and passenger head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment
button, located at the base of head restraint, and push down
-
ward on the head restraint.
Head Restraint Adjustment Button

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NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed by qualified
technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head
restraints require removal, see an authorized dealer.
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
The rear seats are equipped with adjustable and removable
head restraints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on
the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the
adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint
and push downward on the head restraint.Release/Adjustment Buttons
NOTE:
• The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab) has only one adjustment position that is used to aid in the routing of a
tether. Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information.
• Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clear -
ance to the back of the head.
WARNING!
• All occupants, including the driver, should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head
restraints are placed in their proper positions in order
to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a
crash.
• Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause
serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
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Rear Head Restraint Removal
To remove the head restraint, push the adjustment button
and the release button while pulling upward on the whole
assembly. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head
restraint posts into the holes and adjust it to the appropriate
height.
NOTE:
To remove outboard restraints, the rear seat bottom must be
folded up.
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 steering column up or down, as desired.
Release the lever to lock the steering column firmly in place.Tilt Steering Lever
WARNING!
• A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occu -
pants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed
head restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.
• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat.

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Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating element 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 stay on until the operator
turns it off. 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 touchscreen, as well as
within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.
• Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn theheating 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 programmed to come on during a
remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
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.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other
physical conditions must exercise care when using the
steering wheel heater. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long periods.
• Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insu -
lates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel
covers of any type and material. This may cause the
steering wheel heater to overheat.
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DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED
The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater
range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat posi-
tion. This feature allows the brake and accelerator pedals to
move toward or away from the driver to provide improved
position with the steering wheel.
The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of the
steering column.
Adjustable Pedals Switch • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
• The pedals
cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Speed Control System is on. The
following messages will appear on vehicles equipped with
an instrument cluster display if the pedals are attempted to
be adjusted when the system is locked out: “Adjustable
Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjust -
able Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”.
NOTE:
• Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel.
• Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position.

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• For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you canuse your remote keyless entry key fob or the memory
switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the adjust -
able pedals to pre-programmed positions. Refer to “Driver
Memory Seat” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for
further information.MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for
various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on
the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by
moving the small control under the mirror to the night posi -
tion (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be
adjusted while set in the day position (toward the wind -
shield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or
impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the
pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable
pedal's path.
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Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for
various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on
the view through the rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from
vehicles behind you.
NOTE:
The Automatic Dimming feature is disabled when the
vehicle is in REVERSE to improve rear view viewing.
The Automatic Dimming feature can be turned on or off
through the touchscreen.
• Press the mirror dimmer button once to turn the featureon.
• Press the mirror dimmer button a second time to turn the feature off. Automatic Dimming Mirror
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.