remote start Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012 Owner's Guide

RKE Linked To Memory
When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror,
pedals, and radio settings will return to the memory set
position when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit-
ter UNLOCK button is pressed. If this feature is not
selected then the memory seat, mirror, and radio settings
can only return to the memory set position using the seat
mounted switch. To make your selection, press and
release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears
next to the feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed showing the system has
been deactivated.
Remote Start Comfort Sys.
When this feature is selected and the remote start is
activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated
seat features will automatically turn on when tempera-
tures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When temperatures are
above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn on
when remote start is activated. These features will stay onthrough the duration of remote start or until the key is
turned to RUN. To make your selection, press and release
the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to
the feature showing the system has been activated or the
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
deactivated.
Horn With Remote Start
When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will
occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button
is pressed. To make your selection, press and release the
SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the
feature showing the system has been activated or the
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
deactivated.
Sound Horn With Lock
When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will
occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
This feature may be selected with or without the Flash
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Front Blower Control
There are four blower speeds. Use this
control to regulate the amount of air
forced through the system in any
mode you select. The blower speed
increases as you move the control
clockwise from the OFF position.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the OFF position.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the tem-
perature of the air inside the passenger
compartment. Rotating the knob coun-
terclockwise, from top center into the
blue area of the scale, indicates coolertemperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red
area, indicates warmer temperatures.
NOTE:If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu-
lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
Mode Control (Air Direction)
Mode control allows you to choose
from several patterns of air distribu-
tion. You can select either a primary
mode, as identified by the symbols, or
a blend of two of these modes. The
closer the control is to a particular
mode, the more air distribution you
receive from that mode.
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Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per
12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind
when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in
the winter.
Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire
inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)
during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure
build up or your tire pressure will be too low.Tire Inflation Pressure – 4500/5500 With Steel
Carcass Ply Tires
This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewall. As
such, they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires.
Adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel
trained, supervised and equipped accordingly.
Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Mounted To
Vehicle
During procedures when adding tire inflation pressure,
the technician or individual must utilize a remote infla-
tion device, and ensure that all persons are clear of the
trajectory area.
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When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel
assembly mounted on a vehicle, use a Remote Mount
Automatic Inflation Kit or see your authorized dealer.
NOTE:Never attempt to re-inflate a tire and wheel
assembly which has been run flat or is extremely under-
inflated without first removing the tire from the wheel
assembly for inspection.
Personnel trained, supervised, and equipped according
to Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administra-
tion (OSHA) should perform this work.
Inflation Pressure Adjustment When Not Mounted to
Vehicle
When adjusting inflation pressure to a tire and wheel
assembly not mounted on a vehicle, use a Remote Mount
Automatic Inflation Kit and a Tire Inflation Cage or see
your authorized dealer.Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds
within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-
tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high
speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very
important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle
loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera-
tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire
dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading
and cold tire inflation pressures.
WARNING!
High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi-
mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your
tires could cause them to fail. You could have a
serious collision resulting in serious injury or death.
Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capac-
ity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
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Sliding Rear Window.................. 181
Steering........................308,309
Windows........................... 35
Power Steering Fluid..................... 455
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Programmable Electronic Features............ 218
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 330
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......422,424
Radio Operation........................ 262
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect™ studios).......... 256
Rear Axle (Differential).................430,431
Rear Window Features.................... 180
Rear Window, Sliding..................... 181
Reclining Front Seats..................... 138
Recorder, Event Data...................... 64Recreational Towing...................... 368
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . 371,373
Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................372,376
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 342
Refrigerant............................ 416
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 52
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 260
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 408
Replacement Tires....................... 334
Reporting Safety Defects................... 480
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........196,212
Restraint, Head......................... 139
Restraints, Child....................... 65,71
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INDEX 497

Settings, Personal........................ 218
Shift Lever Override...................... 398
Shifting ............................... 282
Automatic Transmission................ 284
Transfer Case....................... 296
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................371,373
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................372,376
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 49
Shoulder Belts........................... 40
Signals, Turn...................... 82,153,190
Sliding Rear Window
Power............................ 181
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 336
Snow Plow............................ 364
Snow Tires............................ 338
Spare Tire..........................331,332
Spark Plugs............................ 454Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 160
Speedometer........................... 191
Starting............................. 26,279
Automatic Transmission................ 279
Cold Weather....................... 280
Engine Fails to Start.................. 280
Remote............................ 26
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines)............ 279
Steel Carcass Ply Tires.................... 327
Steering
Power..........................308,309
Wheel, Heated...................... 159
Wheel, Tilt......................... 157
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 260
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 260
Storage Compartment, Center Seat........... 176
Storage, Vehicle......................273,445
StoringYourVehicle ...................... 445
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Supplemental Tire Pressure Information........ 336
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 412
System, Remote Starting.................... 26
Tachometer............................ 190
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 267
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 190
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............. 69,74
Tilt Steering Column..................... 157
Tip Start.............................. 280
Tire and Loading Information Placard......320,336
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 318
Tire Markings.......................... 315
Tire Safety Information.................... 315
Tires ............................ 82,324,483
Aging(LifeofTires) .................. 334
Air Pressure........................ 324
Chains............................ 336
Compact Spare...................... 331Dual...........................340,388
General Information.................. 324
High Speed......................... 329
Inflation Pressures.................... 325
LifeofTires ........................ 334
Load Capacity....................320,321
Quality Grading..................... 483
Radial............................ 330
Replacement........................ 334
Rotation........................... 339
Safety..........................315,324
Sizes ............................. 316
Snow Tires......................... 338
Spinning ........................... 333
Steel Carcass Ply..................... 327
Tread Wear Indicators................. 333
Wheel Nut Torque.................... 386
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 354
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 293
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