cruise Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2019 Owner's Guide

308 STARTING AND OPERATING
U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the button
is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the
instrument cluster display.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the
button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in
the instrument cluster display.
To Decrease Speed
When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, you
can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. The driver's preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings. Refer to ”Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
more information. The speed decrement shown is dependant
on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units:
U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements until the button
is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the
instrument cluster display.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the
button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in
the instrument cluster display.

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To Cancel
The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed
Speed) Cruise Control without clearing the memory:
• The brake pedal is applied.
• The CANC button is pushed.
• The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control System(ESC/TCS) activates.
• The vehicle parking brake is applied.
• The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over -
heated).
• The gear selector is removed from the DRIVE position.
• The driver switches ESC to full-off mode.
To Resume Speed
To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button
and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph
(32 km/h). To Turn Off
The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if:
• The Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control on/off button is
pushed.
• The ignition is turned OFF.
• You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low.
• The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button is pushed.
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and
audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia
and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a
parking maneuver. Refer to “ParkSense System Usage
Precautions” in this section for limitations of this system and
recommendations.
ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or
disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is
changed to the ON/RUN position.5

388 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
F80–10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener / Compass /
Anti-Intrusion Module (DS 1500 Only)
ASSY Overhead Console / SW Assist / SW 911 – If
Equipped (HD Only)
F81 –20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Right Turn / Stop Lights - If Equipped
F82 –10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module / Cruise Control
F83 – –No Connection
F84 –15 Amp Blue ASBM / HVAC / ICS / Rear Heated Seat Switches
F85 –10 Amp Red Airbag Module
F86 –10 Amp Red Airbag Module
F87 –10 Amp Red Air Suspension / ITBM / Steering Column Control
Module / MOD Gateway CAN-C Trailer TPM (HD
Only)
Air Suspension / Trailer Tow / DC/DC Converter
(Voltage Stabilizer) / Steering Column Control Module
/ Occupant Classification Sensor (DS 1500 Only)
F88 –15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster
F90/F91 –20 Amp Yellow IGN or BATT Customer Selectable – If Equipped
(HD Only)
Power Outlet (Rear Seats) Customer Selectable (DS 1500
Only)
F93 –20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter - If Equipped
Cavity Cartridge Fuse
Micro FuseDescription

INDEX
A
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ............. 288
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ................................... 435
Adding Fuel ............................................................................. 336
Additives, Fuel ........................................................................ 480
Adjust Down....................................................................................... 42
Forward .................................................................................. 42
Rearward ................................................................................ 42
Up ............................................................................................ 42
Adjustable Pedals...................................................................... 55
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ............................................................... 205Air Bag Warning Light ....................................................... 203
Enhanced Accident Response ................................... 212, 409
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............................................... 409
If Deployment Occurs ........................................................ 211
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................................................... 206Maintaining Your Air Bag System.................................... 213
Maintenance......................................................................... 213
Transporting Pets ................................................................ 240
Air Bag Light ........................................................... 146, 203, 241
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ................ 420
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............................................... 421 Air Conditioner Refrigerant ..........................................421, 422
Air Conditioner System..........................................................421
Air Conditioning ................................................................. 77, 88
Air Conditioning Filter .....................................................91, 423
Air Conditioning System .........................................................89
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..........................................89
Air Filter ...................................................................................420
Air Pressure Tires .......................................................................................455
Alarm Panic ........................................................................................18
Security Alarm ...............................................................30, 148
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle.....................................................................................14
Android Auto ..........................................................................579
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................................................434 Capacites...............................................................................483
Disposal ................................................................................436
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............................................161
Anti-Lock Warning Light.......................................................154
Apple CarPlay .........................................................................581
Assist, Hill Start .......................................................................164
Audio Systems (Radio)........................................................... 487
Auto Down Power Windows ..................................................92

592
Center High Mounted Stop Light......................................... 377
Center Seat Storage Compartment ....................................... 106
Changing A Flat Tire .............................................................. 390
Chart, Tire Sizing .................................................................... 446
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ........... 159
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ........................................ 240
Checks, Safety .......................................................................... 240
Child Restraint ........................................................................ 214
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................................................................ 218
Child Seat Installation ................................................ 229, 231
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ......................... 227Infant And Child Restraints .............................................. 216Locating The LATCH Anchorages ................................... 224
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ..................... 220Older Children And Child Restraints .............................. 217
Seating Positions ................................................................. 219
Clean Air Gasoline .................................................................. 479
Cleaning Wheels................................................................................... 464
Climate Control ......................................................................... 77 Automatic ............................................................................... 81
Manual .................................................................................... 77
Cold Weather Operation........................................................ 250
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ......................................... 584
Compact Spare Tire ................................................................ 462 Contract, Service......................................................................587
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..................................436
Cooling System ........................................................................433
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................................435
Coolant Level ...............................................................434, 437Cooling Capacity .................................................................483
Disposal Of Used Coolant..................................................436Drain, Flush, And Refill .....................................................434
Inspection ............................................................................. 437
Points To Remember ........................................................... 437Pressure Cap ........................................................................436Radiator Cap ........................................................................436Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................434, 484
Corrosion Protection ...............................................................470
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....................................285, 288
Cruise Light ............................................................................. 157
Cupholders...............................................................................115
Customer Assistance ..............................................................585
Cybersecurity ...........................................................................488 D
Daytime Running Lights ..........................................................67
Dealer Service ..........................................................................417
Defroster, Rear Window ..........................................................77
Defroster, Windshield ......................................................77, 241
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................................................75
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................................................158

596
Inverter Outlet (115V) ............................................................ 119
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ........................................................ 551 J
Jack Location............................................................................ 390
Jack Operation ......................................................................... 390
Jacking And Tire Changing ................................................... 390
Jump Starting........................................................................... 398 K
Key Fob Panic Alarm ........................................................................... 18
Programming Additional Key Fobs ............................. 23, 29
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry)................. 19
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) .................. 23
Keyless Enter-N-Go .......................................................... 34, 245 Lock The Vehicle’s Doors................................... 497, 519, 539
Passive Entry.......................................................................... 34
Passive Entry Programming ...................................... 519, 539
Keys............................................................................................. 17 Replacement........................................................................... 29 L
Lane Change And Turn Signals .............................................. 70 Lane Change Assist .................................................................. 70
Latches ...................................................................................... 243 Hood ....................................................................................... 95
Lead Free Gasoline ................................................................. 479
Leaks, Fluid.............................................................................. 243 Life Of Tires ............................................................................. 458
Light Bulbs .......................................................................243, 371
Lights ........................................................................................243 Air Bag ..................................................................146, 203, 241
Automatic High Beam ..........................................................67
Brake Assist Warning .........................................................169
Brake Warning .....................................................................146
Bulb Replacement................................................................371
Cab Top Clearance ..............................................................379
Cargo .......................................................................................71
Center Mounted Stop..........................................................377
Courtesy/Reading ................................................................72
Cruise ....................................................................................157 Daytime Running ..................................................................67
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ...................148
Engine Temperature Warning ...........................................148
Exterior............................................................................66, 243Fog .........................................................................................377
Four Wheel Drive Indicator ...............................................280Hazard Warning Flasher ....................................................366
Headlights ........................................................................66, 68High Beam ..............................................................................67
Hill Descent Control Indicator .......................................... 171Illuminated Entry ..................................................................74
Interior ....................................................................................72
Lights On Reminder..............................................................69

601
Spark Plugs .............................................................................. 484
Speed ControlAccel/Decel.......................................................................... 287
Cancel.................................................................................... 288Resume ................................................................................. 288
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................................... 285, 288
Starting ............................................................................. 244, 246 Automatic Transmission .................................................... 245
Button...................................................................................... 23
Cold Weather ....................................................................... 250Engine Fails To Start ........................................................... 249
Starting And Operating ......................................................... 246
Starting Procedures ................................................................ 246
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ....................................... 244
Steering Power ............................................................................ 283, 284
Tilt Column ............................................................................ 53
Wheel, Heated ................................................................. 53, 54
Wheel, Tilt .............................................................................. 53
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ............................................ 550
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls............. 550
Storage ...................................................................................... 104
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ...................................... 106
Storage, Vehicle ................................................................. 90, 470
Storing Your Vehicle .............................................................. 470
Sunglasses Storage .................................................................. 122 Sway Control, Trailer .............................................................170
Synthetic Engine Oil ...............................................................419
T
Telescoping Steering Column .................................................53
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...............................89
Tilt Down .......................................................................................43
Up ............................................................................................43
Tilt Steering Column ................................................................53
Tip Start ....................................................................................245
Tire And Loading Information Placard ...............................450
Tire Markings ..........................................................................445
Tire Safety Information ..........................................................444
Tire Stowage ............................................................................396
Tires ...................................................................243, 454, 461, 468 Aging (Life Of Tires) ........................................................... 458Air Pressure..........................................................................454
Chains ...................................................................................465
Changing ..............................................................................390
Compact Spare.....................................................................462
Dual .......................................................................396, 467, 477
General Information....................................................454, 461
High Speed ...........................................................................456
Inflation Pressure ................................................................455
Jacking...................................................................................390
Life Of Tires..........................................................................458
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