key battery Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012 User Guide

•Trailer Brake Connected
•Trailer Brake Disconnected
•Lights On
•Keyfob Battery Low
•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
•Wrong Key
•Damaged Key
•Key not programmed
•Key In Ignition
•Turn Signal On
•Oil Change Due > Dealer Info
•System Setup Unavailable
•Warning Object Detected
•System Setup Unavailable - Vehicle in Motion
•Service Four Wheel Drive System
•Adjustable pedals unavail.
•Cruise engaged
•Adjustable pedals unavail. Veh. in reverse
•Clean Park Assist sensors
•Front Park Assist Not available - Blinded
•Rear Park Assist Not available - Blinded
•Low Fuel
•Personal Settings Not Available — Vehicle Not in Park
•Service blind spot system
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207

WARNING! (Continued)
•If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type
of start can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer
to “Jump Starting” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not
have enough power to continue running when the key
fob is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the
accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release
the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is
running smoothly.
If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15-
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal
held to the floor, the “Normal Starting” procedure should
be repeated.
After Starting
The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de-
crease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
3500 Models — 5.7L Engine Only
The engine block heater cord is routed through the grille
by the right front tow hook.
It includes a removable cap that is secured by a tethered
strap. It also has a c-clip that is used for storage when not
in use for the winter months. During winter months,
remove the heater cord wiring assembly from itself on
the c-clip.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 281

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for the purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever
Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc-
tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the
PARK position for towing.CAUTION!
Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck,
do not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407

Automatic Transmission
Adding Fluid....................... 433
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 434
Fluid Level Check.................432,433
FluidType ......................432,455
Shifting ........................... 284
Special Additives..................... 432
AxleFluid .......................430,431,455
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............430,431
B-Pillar Location........................ 320
Battery............................... 414
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 25
Saving Feature (Protection).............. 152
Belts, Seat............................ 40,80
Body Builders Guide....................... 6
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 417
Brake Fluid.........................428,455Brake System........................312,427
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 313
Fluid Check........................ 428
Master Cylinder..................... 428
Parking........................... 310
Warning Light....................... 198
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 284
Bulb Replacement....................... 447
Bulbs,Light .......................... 82,446
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 451
Calibration, Compass..................... 216
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 453
Capacities, Fluid........................ 453
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................ 412
Power Steering...................... 309
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............. 424
Car Washes............................ 435
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INDEX 487

Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 397
Towing ............................350,399
24-Hour Towing Assistance............. 108
Disabled Vehicle..................... 399
Guide ............................. 354
Recreational........................ 368
Weight ............................ 354
Towing Assistance....................... 108
Traction.............................. 305
TrailerTowing .......................... 350
Cooling System Tips.................. 364
Hitches............................ 353
Minimum Requirements................ 355
Mirrors ............................ 92
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 354
Wiring ............................ 362
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 354
TrailerWeight .......................... 354Transfer Case........................... 431
ElectronicallyShifted .................. 298
Fluid ............................. 455
Transmission
Automatic.......................284,432
Fluid ............................. 455
Maintenance........................ 432
Shifting ........................... 282
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 333
Trip Odometer.......................193,194
Turn Signals......................153,190,447
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