spare wheel RAM CHASSIS CAB 2019 User Guide

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Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conven -
tional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the wheel is
designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This
tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or
rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread
wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare tire needs
to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equip -
ment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and
reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited
use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations
for this spare. This tire may look like the original equipped
tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Since it is not the same as your original equipment
tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and rein -
stall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have
limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread
wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be
replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to
your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire
failure and loss of vehicle control. WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your
Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the
driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side
door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at
the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle.
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(Continued)NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Information
System (TPIS):
• The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses unique
sensors in the inner rear wheels to help identify them from
the outer rear wheels, because of this, the inner and outer
wheel locations can’t be switched.
• After a tire rotation is completed, as shown below, the
system can auto learn the locations of each sensor ID. Auto
learning/localization occurs when the vehicle ignition
status is changed from Off to On and speeds of greater
than 5 mph (8km/h) are obtained and remain over 5mph
(8km/h) for at about a 15 minute period. You may need to
drive for 20 minutes to account slower speeds and stops.
• If the tires are rotated incorrectly, the Auto localization of
the TPIS sensors will fail to locate correctly resulting in
incorrect locations for the pressure values displayed in the
Instrument Cluster. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire's manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.CAUTION!
• 4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires may only have one approved
direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the asym -
metrical design (tread pattern) of the On/Off road tire. • When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be
remounted on the rim or installed at a different location
to maintain the correct placement of the tire on the
wheel relative to the tire/wheel position on the vehicle.
For example, if the spare is used to replace an outer rear
tire it will have to be remounted on the rim so that the
wheel is dished inward. That way the tread design of
asymmetrical tires will maintain proper position. CAUTION! (Continued)

MULTIMEDIA 523
Air Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Headlight Off Delay – +
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or
90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting Name Selectable Options
Display Suspension
Messages All Warnings Only
Tire Jack Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire.
Transport Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat bed
towing.
Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
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Trailer Brake
After pressing the “Trailer” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for
further information.
Four Corner Air Suspension
Modes — If Equipped Tire Jack Mode Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist
in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel Alignment
Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information. Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting Name Selectable Options
Trailer Select Trailer 1 Trailer 2 Trailer 3 Trailer 4
Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH
Trailer Name List of Trailer Names Available
NOTE:
You can select and personalize your trailer name depending on the type of trailer you are hauling. Select the trailer name
from the following list: trailer, boat, car, cargo, dump, equipment, flatbed, gooseneck, horse, livestock, motorcycle, snow
mobile, travel, utility, and 5th wheel.

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NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat bed
towing.
Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for
further information.
Four Corner Air Suspension
Modes — If Equipped Tire Jack Mode Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist
in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel Alignment
Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information. Setting Name Selectable Options
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Center High Mounted Stop Light......................................... 377
Center Seat Storage Compartment ....................................... 106
Changing A Flat Tire .............................................................. 390
Chart, Tire Sizing .................................................................... 446
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ........... 159
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ........................................ 240
Checks, Safety .......................................................................... 240
Child Restraint ........................................................................ 214
Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................................................................ 218
Child Seat Installation ................................................ 229, 231
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ......................... 227
Infant And Child Restraints .............................................. 216
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ................................... 224
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ..................... 220
Older Children And Child Restraints .............................. 217
Seating Positions ................................................................. 219
Clean Air Gasoline .................................................................. 479
Cleaning
Wheels................................................................................... 464
Climate Control ......................................................................... 77
Automatic ............................................................................... 81
Manual .................................................................................... 77
Cold Weather Operation........................................................ 250
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ......................................... 584
Compact Spare Tire ................................................................ 462 Contract, Service......................................................................587
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..................................436
Cooling System ........................................................................433
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................................435
Coolant Level ...............................................................434, 437
Cooling Capacity .................................................................483
Disposal Of Used Coolant..................................................436
Drain, Flush, And Refill .....................................................434
Inspection ............................................................................. 437
Points To Remember ........................................................... 437
Pressure Cap ........................................................................436
Radiator Cap ........................................................................436
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................434, 484
Corrosion Protection ...............................................................470
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....................................285, 288
Cruise Light ............................................................................. 157
Cupholders...............................................................................115
Customer Assistance ..............................................................585
Cybersecurity ...........................................................................488
D
Daytime Running Lights ..........................................................67
Dealer Service ..........................................................................417
Defroster, Rear Window ..........................................................77
Defroster, Windshield ......................................................77, 241
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................................................75
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................................................158

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Spark Plugs .............................................................................. 484
Speed Control
Accel/Decel.......................................................................... 287
Cancel.................................................................................... 288
Resume ................................................................................. 288
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................................... 285, 288
Starting ............................................................................. 244, 246
Automatic Transmission .................................................... 245
Button...................................................................................... 23
Cold Weather ....................................................................... 250
Engine Fails To Start ........................................................... 249
Starting And Operating ......................................................... 246
Starting Procedures ................................................................ 246
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ....................................... 244
Steering
Power ............................................................................ 283, 284
Tilt Column ............................................................................ 53
Wheel, Heated ................................................................. 53, 54
Wheel, Tilt .............................................................................. 53
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ............................................ 550
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls............. 550
Storage ...................................................................................... 104
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ...................................... 106
Storage, Vehicle ................................................................. 90, 470
Storing Your Vehicle .............................................................. 470
Sunglasses Storage .................................................................. 122 Sway Control, Trailer .............................................................170
Synthetic Engine Oil ...............................................................419
T
Telescoping Steering Column .................................................53
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...............................89
Tilt
Down .......................................................................................43
Up ............................................................................................43
Tilt Steering Column ................................................................53
Tip Start ....................................................................................245
Tire And Loading Information Placard ...............................450
Tire Markings ..........................................................................445
Tire Safety Information ..........................................................444
Tire Stowage ............................................................................396
Tires ...................................................................243, 454, 461, 468
Aging (Life Of Tires) ........................................................... 458
Air Pressure..........................................................................454
Chains ...................................................................................465
Changing ..............................................................................390
Compact Spare.....................................................................462
Dual .......................................................................396, 467, 477
General Information....................................................454, 461
High Speed ...........................................................................456
Inflation Pressure ................................................................455
Jacking...................................................................................390
Life Of Tires..........................................................................458 11

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Load Capacity .............................................................. 450, 451
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....................... 152, 177
Quality Grading .................................................................. 468
Radial .................................................................................... 456
Replacement......................................................................... 459
Rotation ................................................................................ 466
Safety............................................................................. 444, 454
Sizes....................................................................................... 446
Snow Tires ............................................................................ 461
Spare Tires .................................................................... 461, 463
Spinning................................................................................ 457
Trailer Towing ..................................................................... 347
Tread Wear Indicators ........................................................ 458
Wheel Nut Torque .............................................................. 476
To Open Hood ........................................................................... 95
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ............................................ 345
Torque Converter Clutch ....................................................... 263
Towing.............................................................................. 339, 406
Disabled Vehicle.................................................................. 406
Guide..................................................................................... 345
Recreational.......................................................................... 358
Weight................................................................................... 345
Towing Behind A Motorhome .............................................. 358
Traction..................................................................................... 363
Traction Control ...................................................................... 166
Traction Control Switch ......................................................... 166 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................................................... 170
Trailer Towing .........................................................................339
Cooling System Tips ........................................................... 354
Hitches ..................................................................................344
Minimum Requirements ....................................................346
Mirrors ....................................................................................61
Tips ........................................................................................353
Trailer And Tongue Weight...............................................345
Wiring ...................................................................................352
Trailer Towing Guide .............................................................345
Trailer Weight ..........................................................................345
Transfer Case ...........................................................................444
Electronically Shifted ..........................................................272
Fluid ...................................................................................... 486
Transmission ............................................................................265
Automatic .............................................................256, 265, 439
Fluid ...................................................................................... 486
Maintenance .........................................................................439
Shifting ..................................................................................254
Transporting Pets .................................................................... 240
Tread Wear Indicators ............................................................ 458
Turn Signals ...............................................................70, 157, 373
U
Uconnect
Uconnect Settings ................490, 497, 500, 519, 522, 539, 541