warning lights Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2018 User Guide

WARNING!(Continued)
•If the vehicle carpet has been removed and re-
installed, always properly attach carpet to the floor
and check the floor mat fasteners are secure to the
vehicle carpet. Fully depress each pedal to check for
interference with the accelerator, brake, or clutch
pedals then re-install the floor mats.
• It is recommended to only use mild soap and water
to clean your floor mats. After cleaning, always check
your floor mat has been properly installed and is
secured to your vehicle using the floor mat fasteners
by lightly pulling mat.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, or brake fluid leaks are
suspected. The cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
234 SAFETY

behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in
this section for further information.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEU-
TRAL position without first fully engaging the park-
ing brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position disen-
gages both the front and rear drive shafts from the
powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if
the transmission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is not in the
vehicle.
This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be
driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for normal
street and highway conditions on dry, hard surfaced roads.
When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD
LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to maximize
torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear
wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by
rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position.
Refer to “Shifting Procedure” in this section for specific
shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions are designed for
loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD
LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry hard surfaced
roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the
driveline components.
NOTE:
The transfer case NEUTRAL button is located on
the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The
transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recre-
ational towing only. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in
“Starting And Operating” for further information.
Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights
The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and
4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate
the current and desired transfer case selection. When you
select a different transfer case position, the indicator lights
will do the following:
If All Of The Following Shift Conditions Are Met:
1. The current position indicator light will turn OFF.
2. The selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift.
3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and remain ON.
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9. Start the engine.
10. Press and hold the brake pedal.
11. Release the parking brake.
12. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake pedal(and clutch pedal on manual transmissions), and check
that the vehicle operates normally.
NOTE: With electronic shift transfer case:
• Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be met before
pushing the button to shift out of NEUTRAL (N), and
must continue to be met until the shift has been com-
pleted. If any of these requirements are not met before
pushing the button or are no longer met during the shift,
the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will flash continu-
ously until all requirements are met or until the button is
released.
• The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode for a shift to
take place and for the position indicator lights to be
operable. If the ignition is not in the ON/RUN mode, the
shift will not take place and no position indicator lights
will be on or flashing.
• A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indi-
cates that shift requirements have not been met.DRIVING TIPS
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery
surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to
the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a
difference in the surface traction under the rear (driving)
wheels.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear
wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and
possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and care-
fully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice,
snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).
Driving Through Water
Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters
deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and pre-
vent damage to your vehicle.
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Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower OnOff
Flash Lights With Lower OnOff
Auto Entry/Exit Suspension OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Auto Entry/Exit Suspension” feature is selected, the vehicle automatically lowers from ride height posi-
tion when vehicle shifted to park for easy entry/exit. Display Suspension Messages AllWarning Only
Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only) On
Off
NOTE:
When the “Automatic Aero Mode” feature is selected, the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on
the vehicle speed. Tire Jack Mode OnOff
NOTE:
When this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to prevent auto leveling of the suspension, while
the vehicle is on a jack changing a tire.
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Air Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Sound Horn With Lower
NOTE:
When the “Sound Horn With Lower” feature is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the key fob remote
lower button is pushed. Flash Lights With Lower
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lower” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key fob
remote lower button is pressed twice. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lower feature
selected.Suspension Display Messages AllWarning
Automatic Aero Mode (1500 Model Only)
NOTE:
When the “Automatic Aero Mode” feature is selected, the Ride Height will automatically be adjusted depending on
the vehicle speed.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............383
Adding Fuel ............................. .287
Additives, Fuel ........................ .288, 428
Adjust Down .............................. .45, 46
Forward ............................ .44, 46
Rearward ........................... .44, 46
Up ................................ .45, 46
Adjustable Pedals ...........................57
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ....................... .196
Air Bag Warning Light .....................193
Enhanced Accident Response .............203, 353
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................353
If A Deployment Occurs ....................201
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .197
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............203
Transporting Pets ....................... .230
Air Bag Light ...................... .147, 193, 232
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .203
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......366
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................369
Air Conditioning ............................80
Air Conditioning Filter ....................94, 370
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................93Air Conditioning Refrigerant
...............369, 370
Air Conditioning System ...................92, 369
Air Filter ............................... .366
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .403
Alarm, Panic ...............................22
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................33, 148
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................33
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...................382
Capacities ............................. .432
Disposal .............................. .385
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................160
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................153
Ashtray ................................ .123
Assist,

Hill Start .......................... .162
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .439
Auto Down Power Windows ...................96
Automatic Door Locks ........................39
Automatic Headlights ........................70
Automatic High Beams .......................69
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............92
Automatic Transmission Adding Fluid .......................... .389
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................390
Fluid Level Check .....................387, 388
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Fluid Type......................... .387, 435
Shifting .............................. .247
Special Additives ........................ .388
Axle Fluid ........................ .390, 391, 435
Axle Lubrication ....................... .390, 391
Back-Up ................................ .284
Back-Up Camera .......................... .284
Battery .............................. .149, 363
Charging System Light ....................149
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................22
Belts, Seat ............................... .232
Body Builders Guide ..........................7
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................376
B-Pillar Location .......................... .398
Brake Assist System ........................ .162
Brake Control System, Electronic ................161
Brake Fluid .......................... .386, 435
Brake System ......................... .386, 424
Fluid Check ........................... .386
Master Cylinder ........................ .386
Parking .............................. .243
Warning Light .......................... .147
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................246
Bulb Replacement ......................... .323Bulbs, Light
.......................... .234, 323
Cab Top Clearance Lights .....................328
Camera ................................ .284
Camera, Rear ............................ .284
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........432
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .432
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .362, 366
Power Steering ......................... .267
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................384
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................231, 431
Cargo Light ...............................
73
Car Washes .............................. .418
Cellular Phone ........................... .483
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............326
Center Seat Storage Compartment ...............109
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .337
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .394
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .157
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............231
Checks, Safety ............................ .231
Child Restraint ........................... .204
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .209
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General Information........................ .178
Glass Cleaning ........................... .421
Grocery Bag Retainer .........................53
Gross Axle Weight Rating .....................291
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................290
Guide, Body Builders .........................7
GVWR ................................. .288
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .314
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .318
Headlights .............................. .324
Automatic ..............................70
Cleaning .............................. .418
High Beam ..............................69
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........69
Passing ................................70
Switch .................................67
Head Restraints ............................53
Heated Mirrors .............................65
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......69
Hill Descent Control ....................... .170
Hill Descent Control Indicator .................170
Hill Start Assist ........................... .162Hitches
Trailer Towing .......................... .296
Hoisting ................................ .391
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ................99
Hood Prop ................................98
Hood Release ..............................98
Hub Caps ............................... .342
Ignition ..................................26
Key ...................................26
Ignition Key Removal ........................26
Illuminated Entry ...........................76
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................31
Inside Rearview Mirror .................59, 60, 318
Instrument Cluster ......................... .155
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................420
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ................300
Interior Appearance Care .....................419
Interior Lights ..............................74
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............77
Introduction ................................
4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...................... .123
Jack Operation ........................... .337
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Jump Starting............................ .343
Key Fob Panic Alarm .............................22
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 32
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....22
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......25
Key-In Reminder ............................28
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .36, 240
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ................449, 470
Passive Entry ............................36
Passive Entry Programming ...........36, 449, 470
Key, Replacement ...........................32
Keys ....................................19
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................31
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................73
Lane Change Assist ..........................73
Latches ................................. .234
Hood ..................................98
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .428
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .234
Life Of Tires ............................. .406
Light Bulbs .............................. .234
Lights .................................. .234AirBag .........................147, 193, 232
Automatic Headlights
......................70
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .168
Brake Warning ......................... .147
Bulb Replacement ....................... .323
Cap Top Clearance ...................... .328
Cargo .................................73
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .326
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .74, 75
Cruise ............................... .156
Daytime Running .........................69
Engine Temperature Warning ................148
Exterior .............................. .234
Fog ........................... .72, 154, 326
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .................258
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................318
Headlights ..............................67
High Beam ..............................69
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................
69
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............170
Illuminated Entry .........................76
Interior ............................. .74, 75
Low Fuel ............................. .153
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........150
Park ................................. .155
516 INDEX

UconnectCustomer Programmable Features .............451
Uconnect Settings ....................... .441
Uconnect Settings ....................... .451
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features .......36, 449, 470
Passive Entry Programming ...........36, 449, 470
Uconnect Settings .....................449, 470
Uconnect Voice Command ....................484
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................416
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) Programming HomeLink .........100, 101, 103, 104
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .428
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................185
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............424
Vehicle Loading ....................... .288, 399
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Storage ......................... .94, 417
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .366
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................484
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .151
Warnings And Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ...................... .507Washers, Windshield
..................... .77, 363
Washing Vehicle .......................... .418
Water Driving Through ........................ .314
Wheel And Wheel Trim ......................411
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................411
Wheel Cover ............................. .342
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... .341, 342
Wind Buffeting .............................98
Window Fogging ...........................94
Windows .................................96
Power .................................96
Reset Auto-Up ...........................97
Windshield Defroster ....................... .232
Windshield Washers ..................... .77, 363
Fluid .............................. .77, 363
Windshield Wiper Blades .................... .377
W

indshield Wipers ..........................77
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................377
Wipers, Intermittent .........................77
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ........................78
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