brake light Ram C/V 2013 Owner's Guide

HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when
the activation criteria have been met. The system will not
activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK.
WARNING!
There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than
8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer,
when the system will not activate and slight rolling
may occur. This could cause a collision with another
vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is
responsible for braking the vehicle.
Disabling/Enabling HSA
If you wish to turn on or off the HSA system, it can be
done using the Customer Programmable Features in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the
following steps:
NOTE:
You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90
seconds.
1. Center the steering wheel (front wheels pointing straight forward).
2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Start the engine.
5. Release the clutch pedal (if equipped).
6. Rotate the steering wheel one-half turn to the left.
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7. Press the “ESC Off” switch (located in the lowerswitch bank below the climate controls) four times
within 20 seconds. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” should turn on and turn off two
times.
8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an additional half-turn to the right.
9. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then back to the ON position. If the sequence was com-
pleted properly, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-
dicator Light” will blink several times to confirm HSA
is disabled.
10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to it’s previous setting.Towing With HSA
HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade
when pulling a trailer.
WARNING!
•If you use a trailer brake controller with your
trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and
deactivated with the brake switch. If so, when the
brake pedal is released, there may not be enough
brake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on a
hill and this could cause a collision with another
vehicle or object behind you. In order to avoid
rolling down the hill while resuming acceleration,
manually activate the trailer brake prior to releas-
ing the brake pedal. Always remember the driver is
responsible for braking the vehicle.
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Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the “Brake System Warning Light” indicates system
failure.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M34 — 10 Amp RedPark Assist, Heater
Climate Control
Module, Headlamp Wash, Compass,
Rear Camera, Door Lamps, Flashlight,
Relay Diesel Cabin Heater, Rad Fan Diesel – IfEquipped
M35 — 10 Amp RedHeated MirrorsCavity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M36 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #3
(Instrument Panel or with Console Center)
M37 — 10 Amp RedAntilock Brakes,
Stability Control, Stop Lamp, Fuel Pump
M38 — 25 Amp NaturalDoor Lock/Unlock
Motors, Liftgate
Lock/Unlock Mo- tors
The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit
breaker located in the Totally Integrated Power Module.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Automatic Transmission....................468
Adding Fluid ......................... .633
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................633
Fluid Change ......................... .633
Fluid Level Check ...................... .633
Fluid Type ........................... .631
Gear Ranges .......................... .473
Special Additives ...................... .632
Torque Converter ...................... .481
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Battery ................................ .616
Jump Starting ......................... .592
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................227
Belts, Seat ...............................119
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .136
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................621B-Pillar Location
......................... .510
Brake Assist System ...................... .493
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............492
Brake Fluid ............................ .657
Brake System ........................... .629
Fluid Check .......................... .630
Parking ............................. .487
Warning Light ........................ .324
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................471
Bulb Replacement ........................ .651
Bulbs, Light ............................ .122
Calibration, Compass ..................... .345
Camera, Rear ........................... .249
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .655
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .546
Power Steering ........................ .486
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................626
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Enhanced Accident Response Feature............86
Entry System, Illuminated ....................20
Ethanol ............................... .538
Event Data Recorder ........................90
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................55
Exhaust System ...........................118
Exterior Lights .......................... .122
Fabric Care ............................. .637
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .323
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .614
Air Conditioning ...................... .459
Engine Oil ........................... .613
Engine Oil Disposal .....................613
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .570Turn Signal
.......................... .122
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .227
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .545
Engine Oil ........................... .545
Fuel Requirements ..................... .542
Maintenance .......................... .546
Replacement Parts ...................... .546
Starting ............................. .545
Flooded Engine Starting ....................466
Floor Console ........................... .286
Fluid Capacities ......................... .655
Fluid Leaks ............................ .122
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................633
Brake ............................... .630
Cooling System ........................ .623
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Life of Tires............................ .523
Liftgate .................................52
Light Bulbs ............................. .122
Lights ................................ .122
Airbag ................................83
Alarm .............................. .324
Anti-Lock ............................ .318
Automatic Headlights ....................222
Back-Up ............................. .653
Battery Saver ......................... .227
Brake Assist Warning ....................496
Brake Warning ........................ .324
Bulb Replacement ...................... .649
Center Mounted Stop ....................654
Daytime Running ...................... .223
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................224
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....496
Engine Temperature Warning ...............328
Exterior ............................. .122Fog ................................
.223
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................570
Headlights ........................... .651
Headlights On Reminder ..................223
High Beam Indicator .....................315
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............227
Illuminated Entry ........................20
Interior ............................. .224
License ............................. .654
Lights On Reminder .....................223
Low Fuel ............................ .327
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........321
Oil Pressure .......................... .328
Park ............................... .651
Passing ............................. .227
Reading ............................. .252
Rear Servicing ........................ .653
Rear
Tail ............................ .653
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .326
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