keyless RAM CHASSIS CAB 2016 Service Manual

WARNING! (Continued)sure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode,
remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the
vehicle.
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
• Your vehicle could move and injure you and others
if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the
transmission gear selector out of PARK with the
brake pedal released. Make sure the transmission
is in PARK before leaving the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be (Continued) WARNING! (Continued)seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK
before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/
OFF (key removal) position. The Key Fob can only be
removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the 5STARTING AND OPERATING 407

WARNING! (Continued)• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
turn the engine OFF, and remove the Key Fob.
When the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF (key re-
moval) position, the transmission is locked in
PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in the OFF position, remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock the vehicle. If equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued)• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition in a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN posi-
tion. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle. 5STARTING AND OPERATING 411

The parking brake should always be applied whenever
the driver is not in the vehicle.
WARNING!• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued)• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-
ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also, be certain to leave an automatic trans-
mission in PARK, a manual transmission in RE-
VERSE or first gear. Failure to do so may cause the
vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately. 5STARTING AND OPERATING 441

2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal.
4. Depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
5. Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL:
• With manual shift transfer case, shift the transfer
case lever into NEUTRAL (N).
• With electronic shift transfer case, push and hold the
transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button. Some models
have a small, recessed  N  button (at the center of the
transfer case switches) that must be pressed using a
ballpoint pen or similar object. Other models have a
rectangular NEUTRAL switch, below the rotary
transfer case control knob. The NEUTRAL (N) indi-
cator light will blink while the shift is in progress.
The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the
shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. After the shift is
completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on,
release the NEUTRAL (N) button. 6. Release the parking brake.
7. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual
transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is
no vehicle movement.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with automatic transmission in
DRIVE or manual transmission in first gear.
10. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. Firmly apply
the parking brake. Turn OFF the engine. For vehicles
with Keyless Enter-N-Go, push and hold the EN-
GINE START/STOP button until the engine shuts off.
11. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual
transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL).
12. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and
remove the Key Fob.532 STARTING AND OPERATING

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F37 30 Amp Pink – Cummins Diesel Fuel Heater #2 – If
Equipped
F38 30 Amp Pink – Power Inverter 115V AC – If Equipped
F39 20 Amp Blue – Power Outlet – Special Services Only
F41 – 10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter – If Equipped
F42 – 20 Amp Yellow Horn
F44 – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F46 – 10 Amp Red Upfitter – If Equipped
F49 – 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel Cluster
F50 – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module – If
Equipped
F51 – 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition
F52 – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
F53 – 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights
F54 – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Disposal ............................. .591
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............... .443
Appearance Care ........................ .600
Ashtray ............................... .215
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .446
Auto Down Power Windows ..................47
Automatic Door Locks ......................39
Automatic Headlights ..................... .163
Automatic High Beams .................... .166
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... .369
Automatic Transmission ................... .596
Adding Fluid ......................... .599
Fluid And Filter Changes ................. .600
Fluid Level Check ...................... .598
Fluid Type ........................ .596, 629
Shifting ............................. .408
Special Additives ...................... .597
Axle Fluid ....................... .595, 596, 629 Axle Lubrication ..................... .595, 596
Back-Up Camera ......................... .205
Battery ............................ .245, 577
Charging System Light .................. .245
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........30
Belts, Seat ...............................118
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................ .580
B-Pillar Location ......................... .466
Brake Assist System ...................... .445
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. .442
Brake Fluid ......................... .593, 629
Brake System ........................ .442, 593
Fluid Check .......................... .593
Master Cylinder ....................... .593
Parking ............................. .439
Warning Light ........................ .242
Brake/Transmission Interlock ................ .40810 INDEX 653

Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... .591
Door Ajar .............................. .249
Door Ajar Light ......................... .249
Door Locks
Door Locks ............................37
KeyFob...............................37
Remote ...............................37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................37
Door Locks, Automatic ......................39
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .436
Dual Rear Wheels ................. .487, 538, 547
Electrical Power Outlets .................... .210
Electric Rear Window Defrost ................ .226
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ............ .427
Electronic Brake Control System .............. .442 Anti-Lock Brake System ................. .443
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ .454
Traction Control System .................. .449
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ................ .416
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....... .182
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. .450
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ....... .247
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .205, 268
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .268
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .268
EVIC Messages ........................ .268
Selectable Menu Items ................... .276
Emergency Brake ........................ .439
Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... .553
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. .536
Jump Starting ......................... .548
Tow Hooks ........................... .554656 INDEX

Interior Appearance Care ................... .604
Interior Lights .......................... .169
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............ .175
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ..................... .216
Jack Location ........................... .540
Jump Starting ........................... .548
Key Fob
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........21
Programming Additional Transmitters .........21
Key-In Reminder ..........................18
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................42
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ............. .321, 339
Passive Entry ...........................42
Passive Entry Programming ......... .42, 321, 339
Keyless Entry System .......................25
Key, Replacement ..........................20 Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................19
Lane Change And Turn Signals .............. .173
Lane Change Assist ....................... .174
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................54
Latches ............................... .121
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .498
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .121
Life Of Tires ............................ .481
Light Bulbs ............................. .120
Lights ............................. .120, 162
AirBag ....................... .80, 118, 241
Automatic Headlights ................... .163
Brake Assist Warning ................... .453
Brake Warning ........................ .242
Bulb Replacement ................... .617, 618
Cap Top Clearance ..................... .624
Cargo .............................. .172660 INDEX

Power Seats
Down ........................... .144, 145
Forward ......................... .144, 145
Rearward ........................ .144, 145
Recline .............................. .144
Tilt ................................ .145
Up ............................. .144, 145
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .629
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............64
Pretensioners
Seat Belts ..............................65
Programmable Electronic Features ......... .282, 305
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
PTO (Power Take-Off) ..................... .420
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .475
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ....... .588, 590
Radio Frequency
General Information ........... .19, 21, 33, 36, 46 Radio Operation ......................... .349
Radio (Sound Systems) .................... .346
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ .177
Rear Axle (Differential) ................. .595, 596
Rear ParkSense System ................. .187, 196
Rear Window Features .................... .226
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... .228
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .151
Recorder, Event Data .......................82
Recreational Towing ...................... .528
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ....... .531
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... .533
Reformulated Gasoline .................... .499
Refrigerant ............................. .579
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................52
Remote Control
Starting System .........................33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ............... .25, 27
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........21664 INDEX

Traction ............................... .434
Traction Control ......................... .449
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. .455
Trailer Towing .......................... .507
Cooling System Tips .................... .524
Hitches ............................. .512
Minimum Requirements ................. .514
Mirrors ............................. .141
Trailer And Tongue Weight ............... .513
Wiring .............................. .522
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .513
Trailer Weight ........................... .513
Transfer Case ........................... .596
Electronically Shifted .................... .427
Fluid ............................... .629
Transmission ........................... .596
Automatic ........................ .408, 596
Fluid ............................... .629
Shifting ............................. .405 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .30
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .25
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........25
Transporting Pets .........................114
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .480
Turn Signals ..................... .173, 265, 619
Uconnect
Customer Programmable Features ....... .323, 341
Operation ............................ .346
Uconnect Settings ...................... .312
Uconnect Settings ................... .323, 341
Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Voice Recognition
Additional Information .................. .396
Do Not Disturb ....................... .394
Siri Eyes Free ......................... .394
Uconnect 8.4 Settings
Customer Programmable Features — Units .... .33210 INDEX 669