engine Ram ProMaster 2015 Diesel Supplement

23. Generic Warning LightThe Generic Warning Light will illuminate in
blinking mode if any of the following condi-
tions occur:
• Air Bag Warning Light Fault
• Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure
• Parking Sensor Failure
• Water In Fuel Presence
• Fuel Cutoff Intervention
• “Engine Minimum Oil Level”
• “Engine Min Oil Sensor Fail”
• Swivel Seat Malfunction
If the Generic Warning Light is blinking an air bag system
failure may be present, see an authorized dealer as soon
as possible. 24. Air Bag Warning Light
This light will turn on for four to eight seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected at an authorized
dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints”
in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
25. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle
has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
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27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
LightThis light indicates the Electronic Stability Con-
trol (ESC) is off. Refer to “Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
28. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-
dicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine
running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC
system. If this light remains on after several ignition
cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see
your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the
problem diagnosed and corrected.
NOTE:
•The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on
momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned
to ON/RUN.
• Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the
ESC system will be ON, even if it was manually
turned off previously.
• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds and flash the ESC activation light when it is
active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when
ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that
caused the ESC activation.
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29. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) LightThis light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and
may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it
indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is
not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have
the light inspected by an authorized dealer. 30. Vehicle Security Light
If during starting, the key code is not correctly
recognized, the Vehicle Security Light comes
on in the instrument panel. In this case, turn
the key to OFF and then to ON/RUN; if it is
still locked, try again with the other keys that come with
the vehicle. Contact an authorized dealer if you still
cannot start the engine.
If with the engine running the warning light flashes, this
means that the car is not protected by the engine inhibitor
device. Contact an authorized dealer to have all the keys
programmed.
31. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
When the light illuminates solid in the EVIC,
the filter loading is above the specified range.
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32. Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator — If
EquippedThe Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator
will illuminate if the vehicle is low on Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF). Refer to “Starting And
Operating” for further information.
33. Transmission Fault Indicator — If Equipped
This light will illuminate (together with a mes-
sage in the EVIC and a buzzer) to indicate a
transmission fault or a clutch over tempera-
ture. Contact your authorized dealer if the
message remains after restarting the engine.ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC)
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
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The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the instru-
ment panel to the left of the steering column:
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center — If
Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
the Owner’s Manual for further information.EVIC — Displays
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages
•“DPF cleaning: safely keep the vehicle moving” message
on the EVIC + Engine emission filter lamp lighted solid
indicates that the exhaust particulate filter loading is
above the specified range and a regeneration is required.
• Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy (the
procedure lasts roughly 15 minutes at speed of about
40 mph (60 km/h) and with engine speed above
approximately 2000 rpm).
• When the exaust filter is overloaded, the MIL lamp
will turn on and the “Service engine” message will
display in the EVIC, ETC lamp blinks and the PCM
limits the engine power to limit the likelihood of
permanent damage to the after-treatment system. To
correct this condition, it will be necessary to have your
vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer.
EVIC Control Buttons
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CAUTION!
See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust
system could occur soon with continued operation.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Messages
•First low level warning will be given at around 500
miles, which is determined by current consumption
rate. DEF Low level lamp icon and display message for
refill will be displayed at dashboard. DEF Low level
Lamp will stay on until a DEF refill is detected
(minimum 1 gallon).
• To correct, this condition it will be necessary to fully
refill the DEF tank.
• If refill is not performed, a second low level warning
will be given about 200 miles are left to empty the DEF
Tank. •
Display message of speed limitation with DEF Low
Level lamp will be there on dashboard.
• The driver will be informed about the speed restriction
also when about 150 and 125 miles are left to empty the
DEF Tank.
• When 100 miles are left to empty, the DEF Tank, a
continuous message display with chimes will be there
on dashboard.
• When count down is over (0 mile left), continuous
message Speed limited at refuel or next engine start 
is shown on EVIC. In this case, if an engine restart or
a diesel refuel action in engine-on condition is per-
formed, vehicle’s speed will be limited to 5 mph and
continuous message Speed limited DEF low is shown
on EVIC.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................37
▫ Normal Starting Procedure ................38
▫ Starting Fluids ........................39
▫ Extreme Cold Weather ...................40
 NORMAL OPERATION ...................41
▫ Cold Weather Precautions ................41
▫ Engine Idling .........................43
▫ Stopping The Engine ...................43
▫ Cooling System Tips — Automated Manual
Transmission .........................44 
ENGINE BLOCK/TRANSMISSION HEATER — IF
EQUIPPED ............................45
 AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION .....46
▫ Gear Ranges .........................48
▫ Parking The Vehicle .....................54
▫ Instrument Cluster Messages ..............56
▫ Towing The Vehicle .....................60
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................60
▫ Fuel Specifications .....................62
▫ Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ...............63
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside
and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
The starter is allowed to crank for up to 10-second
intervals. Waiting a few minutes between such intervals
will protect the starter from overheating.
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. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
NOTE: Engine start up in very low ambient temperature
could result in evident white smoke. This condition will
disappear as the engine warms up.
CAUTION!
If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a
“Service Fuel Filter” message displays, DO NOT
START engine before you drain the water from the
fuel filter housing to avoid engine damage. Please
see your authorized dealer for draining the fuel
filter/water separator and fuel filter replacement.
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Normal Starting Procedure
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL (N) position,
and the brake pedal must be pressed, to allow engine
cranking. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N) and
apply the brake pedal BEFORE turning the key to the
START/AVV position; otherwise, the engine will not
crank and the key must be cycled OFF, then back on,
before cranking is allowed.
Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting
the engine.
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Place the shift lever into the NEUTRAL (N) position while keeping the brake pedal depressed. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN/MAR posi-
tion and watch the instrument panel cluster lights.
CAUTION!
If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a
“Service Fuel Filter” message displays, DO NOT
START engine before you drain the water from the
fuel filter housing to avoid engine damage. Please
see your authorized dealer for draining the fuel
filter/water separator and fuel filter replacement.
4. After the Glow Plug light turns off, turn the ignition switch to the AVV (START) position to start the engine.
Do not press the accelerator during starting.
5. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, release the ignition key so that it
turns back to the ON/RUN position.
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6. Check that the oil pressure warning light has turnedoff.
7. Release the parking brake.
To start the engine if the transmission is faulty, the
“Delayed startup” procedure may be required.
NOTE: Not all Transmission Failures requires the “De-
layed startup” Procedure, it depends on the type of
failure.
(refer to Instrument Cluster Messages underAuto-
mated Manual Transmission in this section for further
information):
• Begin with the key in the OFF position.
• Press and hold the brake pedal. •
Turn the key to the START/AVV position and hold it
there for at least seven seconds with the brake de-
pressed. The engine will start, and the transmission
will operate in recovery mode (maximum gear permit-
ted = 3rd, automatic mode not available). If the engine
does not start, contact your authorized dealer.
Starting Fluids
The engine is equipped with a glow plug preheating
system. If the instructions in this manual are followed,
the engine should start in all conditions and no type of
starting fluid should be used.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may
cause serious injury or death.
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