battery Ram ProMaster 2015 Owner's Guide

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in ”Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion. Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened.
Push the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If
the problem persists, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged
cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system
will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the
MIL light off.EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but donot crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is
not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is readyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
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To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•
Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
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CavityMini Fuse Description
F81 7.5 Amp Brown Seat Heater
F83 20 Amp Yellow Rear Left Windows Heater
F84 20 Amp Yellow Rear Right Windows Heater
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. •
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
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•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
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 389

Audio Systems (Radio).....................179
Auto Down Power Windows ..................23
Automatic Door Locks ......................22
Automatic Transaxle ........................11
Automatic Transmission .................202, 355
Adding Fluid .......................354, 355
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................355
Fluid Change ..........................355
Fluid Level Check .......................354
Fluid Type ........................ .353, 385
Gear Ranges .......................... .205
Special Additives .......................354
Battery .................................340
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........18
Belts, Seat ...............................65
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................344
B-Pillar Location ..........................237 Brake Assist System
.......................223
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............221
Brake Fluid ............................ .385
Brake, Parking .......................... .218
Brake System ........................ .220, 351
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................221
Fluid Check .......................... .352
Parking ............................. .218
Warning Light ........................ .128
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................204
Bulb Replacement ..................... .376, 378
Bulbs, Light .......................... .67, 376
Camera, Rear ............................111
Capacities, Fluid ..........................382
Caps, Filler Fuel .................................266
Power Steering ........................ .218
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................349
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Exterior...............................67
Fog ................................ .128
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................287
Headlights .............................92
High Beam ........................ .94, 128
High Beam Indicator .....................128
Illuminated Entry ........................16
Instrument Cluster ..................... .128
Low Fuel ............................ .128
Map Reading ........................95, 114
Oil Pressure .......................... .128
Park .................................94
Passing ...............................94
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .128
Service ...............................378
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............128
Traction Control ........................226
Turn Signal ..........................67, 91
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......128Loading Vehicle
.......................269, 271
Capacities ............................271
Tires ............................... .237
Locks Automatic Door .........................22
Door .................................20
Lubrication, Body ........................ .344
Lug Nuts ...............................288
Maintenance Free Battery ....................340
Maintenance, General ..................... .128
Maintenance Procedures ....................333
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .388
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......331
Manual, Service ..........................401
Map/Reading Lights ....................95, 114
Methanol ...............................263
Mirrors .................................72
Electric Remote .........................73
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Cooling System Tips.....................282
Hitches ............................. .274
Minimum Requirements ..................276
Tips................................ .282
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................275
Wiring ...............................280
Trailer Towing Guide .......................275
Trailer Weight ............................275
Transaxle Automatic .............................11
Transmission Automatic ............................202
Fluid ............................ .353, 385
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .18
Transporting Pets ..........................61
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .251
Trip Odometer .......................... .128
Turn Signals ............................ .128Uniform Tire Quality Grades
.................403
Unleaded Gasoline ........................262
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................31
Upholstery Care ..........................358
Vehicle Certification Label ...................269
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ....................239, 269, 271
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .375
Viscosity, Engine Oil .......................336
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .128
Warnings And Cautions ......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .400
Washer Adding Fluid ..........................345
Washing Vehicle ..........................356
Water
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