tow Ram ProMaster 2017 Workshop Manual

When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts
from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies
must be replaced after a collision if they have been
damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
Removal
Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting at
one edge to ease removal.
Cleaning
The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe, or you may follow
the cleaning procedure below.
Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and
one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for
approximately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, pull the liner
from the water and dip it back into the water about six
times. This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse the
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
This means that service is required for your vehicle.
Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer
tow, and extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
320 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Pressure Cap........................... .292
Radiator Cap .......................... .292
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......291, 315, 316
Corrosion Protection ....................... .297
Cruise Light ..............................119
Cupholders ........................... .94, 301
Customer Assistance ....................... .326
Customer Programmable Features ...............144
Dealer Service ............................ .280
Defroster, Windshield ........................51
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................278
Dimmer Control ............................75
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .....................76
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ....................296
Oil (Engine) ........................... .281
Power Steering ......................... .189
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................272
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................293
Door Ajar ............................... .104
Door Ajar Light ........................... .104
Door Locks ................................17
Door Locks, Automatic .......................18 Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .187
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................59
Electronic Brake Control System ................191
Brake Assist System ...................... .193
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........82
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............193
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........105
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................271
Jump Starting .......................... .267
Emission Control System Maintenance ............279
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .284
Block Heater ........................... .177
Break-In Recommendations ..................49
Checking Oil Level ...................... .281
Compartment .......................... .277
Compartment

Identification .................277
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................290, 316
Cooling .............................. .290
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................50, 226
Fails To Start ........................... .176
336 INDEX

Tank Capacity.......................... .315
Fueling ................................. .227
Fuses .................................. .302
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ..............227, 228, 279
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .223
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... .223
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .223
Gear Ranges ............................. .180
Gear Select Lever Override ....................272
General Information .....................157, 222
Glass Cleaning ........................... .300
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................229, 231
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...............229, 230
Guide, Body Builders .........................6
GVWR ................................. .229
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .187
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .242
Headlights Cleaning .............................. .300
High Beam ..............................76
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........76Passing
................................76
Switch .................................74
Head Restraints ............................69
Heated Mirrors .............................59
Heated Seats ...............................68
Heater, Engine Block ....................... .177
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......76
Hill Start Assist ........................... .197
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .232
Hood Release ..............................72
Ignition ..................................11
Key ...................................11
Ignition Key Removal ........................11
Illuminated Entry ...........................14
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................12
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................58
Instrument Cluster ..................... .100, 118
Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Display ..................120
Instrument Panel And Controls .................
99
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................301
Interior Appearance Care .....................299
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............80
338 INDEX

Personal Settings.......................... .144
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........205
Power Mirrors ................................59
Steering ........................... .188, 189
Windows ...............................18
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .317
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................28
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................28
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .210
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............292
Radio Frequency General Information .....................13, 16
Radio Operation .......................... .157
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .144
Rear Camera ...............................89
Rear ParkSense System .......................85
Rearview Mirrors ...........................58
Recreational Towing ........................ .239
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .223
Refrigerant .............................. .287
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........156Replacement Bulbs
..........................311
Replacement Keys ...........................13
Replacement Parts ......................... .280
Replacement Tires ......................... .216
Reporting Safety Defects .....................329
Restraint, Head .............................69
Restraints, Child ............................42
Rotation, Tires ............................ .218
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................51
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................53
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................329
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................50
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .198
Safety Tips ................................50
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .320
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .......26
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............29
Energy Management Feature .................28
Lap/Shoulder

Belt Operation .................25
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................23
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................26
Pregnant Women .........................28
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................28
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Telescoping Steering Column...................81
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........204, 205
Tire Markings ............................ .198
Tires.......................... .53, 207, 212, 331
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .216
Air Pressure ........................... .207
Chains ............................... .217
Compact Spare ......................... .212
General Information ...................207, 212
High Speed ............................ .209
Inflation Pressures ....................... .209
Life Of Tires ........................... .216
Load Capacity ...................... .204, 205
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............219
Pressure Warning Light ....................112
Quality Grading ........................ .331
Radial ............................... .210
Replacement ........................... .216
Rotation .............................. .218
Safety ............................ .198, 207
Sizes ................................ .200
Snow Tires .............................211
Spare Tire ......................... .212, 214
Spinning .............................. .214
Trailer Towing .......................... .235Tread Wear Indicators
.....................215
Tire Safety Information ...................... .198
Tire Service Kit ............244, 245, 247, 248, 250, 251
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................233
Torque Converter Clutch .....................185
Towing ............................. .230, 272
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .272
Guide ................................ .233
Recreational ........................... .239
Weight ............................... .233
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............239
T
raction ................................ .186
Traction Control .......................... .192
Traction Control Switch ..................... .192
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................196
Trailer Towing ............................ .230
Cooling System Tips ..................... .239
Hitches ............................... .232
Minimum Requirements ....................234
Tips ................................. .238
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................233
Wiring ............................... .236
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .233
Trailer Weight ............................ .233
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INDEX 343