steering wheel RAM CHASSIS CAB 2017 Owner's Manual

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped
White Telltale
Light What It Means
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the speed control is set. Refer to “Speed Control” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the STOP/OFF position, opening/closing of
a door will activate the display for viewing, and display
the total miles (kilometers) in the odometer. Your instru-
ment cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and features.
Using a driver interactive display located on the instru-
ment panel, your instrument cluster display can show you
how systems are working and give you warnings when
they aren’t. The steering wheel mounted controls allow
you to scroll through and enter the main menus and
submenus. You can access the specific information you
want and make selections and adjustments. Instrument Cluster Display Controls
The instrument cluster display features a driver-interactive
display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Base Instrument Cluster Display218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following instrument cluster display control
buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel:
• Up Arrow Button
Push and release the up arrow button to scroll
upward through the main menu items, submenu
screen, and vehicle settings. • Down Arrow Button
Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu items, sub-
menu screen, and vehicle settings.
• Right Arrow Button
Push and release the right arrow button to
access/select the information screens or sub-
menu screens of a main menu item. Push and
hold the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to
reset displayed/selected features that can be reset.
• Left Arrow Button
Push and release the left arrow button to access/
select the information screens, submenu screens
of a main menu item, or to return to the main
menu.Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. As long as
there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in the
instrument cluster display’s compass/outside temp line.
Examples of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal
Lamp Out” and “Low Tire Pressure.”
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal
is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle).
• Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is
in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
“Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake
Pedal and Push Button to Start.”
• Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes-
sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds
and then returns to the previous screen. An example of this
message type is “Automatic High Beams On.” Oil Life Reset
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi-
cator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will
display in the instrument cluster display after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
NOTE: Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display
controls for the following procedure(s).
Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the right arrow button to access the
”Vehicle Info” screen, then scroll up or down to select
“Oil Life.”
4. Push and hold the right arrow button to select “Reset”. 4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223

Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated
Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle
Start — If Equipped On Off
NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected
the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn on. 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Setting Name Selectable Options
ParkView Backup Camera
Active Guidelines On Off
NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to
see Active (Dynamic) Guidelines which deflect with steering wheel angle over the ParkView Back up Camera display
whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along
with a caution note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds, this note will dis-
appear.
ParkView Backup Camera
Delay On Off
NOTE:
When the “ParkView Backup Camera Delay” feature is enabled, it will allow the ParkView Backup Camera display to
remain on while in drive for up to 10 seconds, or 8 mph (12 km/h).
Rain Sensing Auto Wipers
— If Equipped On Off
NOTE: When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the wind-
shield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield.
Hill Start Assist —
If Equipped On Off 4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261

Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/
Ventilated Seat & Steering
Wheel With Vehicle Start
— If Equipped Off Remote Start All Starts
NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected
the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C), the driver vented seat will turn on. 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the back
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. Pushing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio
sources.
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. The function of the left hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pushing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will
SEEK down for the next listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left hand control will
tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed
in the radio pre-set buttons.
CD Player — If Equipped
Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track
on the CD. Pushing the bottom of the switch once will go
to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of
the previous track if it is within eight seconds after the
current track begins to play.Remote Sound System Controls
(Rearview Of Steering Wheel)274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

TIP: Voice Text Reply is not compatible with iPhone, but if
your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use
your voice to send a text message.
Climate (8.4/8.4 NAV)
Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free
and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving
ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.)
Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the
following commands:
• Set driver temperature to 70 degrees
• Set passenger temperature to 70 degrees
TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to
adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice
command will not work to adjust the heated seat, vented
seat, or the steering wheel, if equipped.
Navigation (8.4 /8.4 NAV)
The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and
become more productive when you know exactly how to get to
where you want to go. (Navigation is optional on the Uconnect
8.4 system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.)
1. To enter a destination, push the VR button . After the
beep, say:
• For the 8.4 Uconnect System, say: “Enter state.”Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV Climate 4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305

To enable Siri push and hold, then release the Uconnect
Voice Recognition (VR) button on the steering wheel. After
you hear a double beep, you can ask Siri to play podcasts
and music, get directions, read text messages, and many
other useful requests. Getting Started
Ensure Siri is enabled on your iPhone.
1. Pair your Siri enabled device to the vehicles sound
system. Refer to your Uconnect Owner ’s Manual
Supplement for a detailed pairing procedure.Siri Eyes Free Available Siri Enable Screens1 — Select Settings On Your
iPhone
2 — Select General 3 — Select Siri
4 — Enable Siri312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

CAUTION!• Always check the depth of the standing water before
driving through it. Never drive through standing
water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims
mounted on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path that
is under water and if there are any obstacles in the
way before driving through the standing water.
• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water. This will minimize wave effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause damage
to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in-
spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis-
sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid
that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving
through standing water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this
may result in further damage. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause
it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal
damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in
tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering
capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
• Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
there is a problem with the power steering system.
• Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering
pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This
is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This
noise should be considered normal, and it does not in
any way damage the steering system. 5STARTING AND OPERATING 349