key fob Ram ProMaster 2019 User Guide

STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
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. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear selector.
• 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.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Press the brake
pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting out
of PARK.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV (START) position and
release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start
within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the STOP
(OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat
the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or 30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an
externally powered electric engine block heater (available
from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails To Start
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
Normal Starting orExtreme Cold Weather procedure,
and has not experienced an extended park condition as
identified in Extended Park Starting procedure it may be
flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it there. Crank the engine for no more than 15
seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case the
engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in the RUN
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The parking brake lever is located on the outboard side of
the driver ’s seat. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever
up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull
the lever up slightly, push the release button with your
thumb, then lower the lever completely.
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake Warning
Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from
the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always
be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.
WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving unattended
children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.
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Parking Brake
1 — Parking Brake Release Button
2 — Parking Brake Lever 140 STARTING AND OPERATING

structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out
of PARK for towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
Automatic Transmission
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed. If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, this vehicle may be towed (with front wheels
on the ground) under the following conditions:
•
The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
• The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with the front wheels OFFthe ground
(using a flatbed truck, or wheel lift equipment with the
front wheels raised).
CAUTION!
• Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than
15 miles (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 221

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............240
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .230
Additives, Fuel ........................... .279
AirBag..................................112 Air Bag Operation ........................114
Air Bag Warning Light .....................111
Enhanced Accident Response ................222
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................222
If Deployment Occurs .....................119
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............122
Maintenance ........................... .122
Side Air Bags ...........................115
Transporting Pets ....................... .129
Air Bag Light ....................... .74, 111, 131
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......233
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................234
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................234, 235
Air Conditioner System ..................... .234
Air Conditioning Filter ....................52, 235
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips .............51, 53
Air Filter ............................... .233
Air Pressure Tires................................. .256
Alarm Security Alarm ........................ .21, 77Alarm System
Security Alarm ...........................21
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................239, 282
Disposal .............................. .242
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................88
Anti-Lock Warning Light ......................80
Assist, Hill Start ............................94
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .286
Auto Down Power Windows ...................54
Automatic Door Locks ........................23
Automatic Transmission ..................141, 245
Adding Fluid .......................... .245
Fluid And Filter Change ...................245
Fluid Change .......................... .245
Fluid Level Check .....................244,
245
Fluid Type ......................... .244, 284
Special Additives ........................ .244
AUXCord .............................. .298
Auxiliary Driving Systems .....................95
Battery .............................. .74, 230
Charging System Light .....................74
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................17
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Hood Release..............................55
Ignition ..................................18
Key ............................... .16, 18
Switch .................................18
Ignition Key Removal ........................18
Illuminated Entry ...........................44
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................20
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................34
Instrument Cluster ....................... .66, 82
Display ................................68
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................272
Interior And Instrument Lights ..................41
Interior Appearance Care .....................271
Interior Lights ..............................41
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............44
Introduction ................................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .298
Jacking And Tire Changing ....................194
Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions ...........200
Jack Location ............................ .194
Jack Operation ........................ .194, 245
Jump Starting ............................ .213Key Fob
Programming Additional Key Fobs .............18
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....17
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......18
Key-In Reminder ............................20
Keys ....................................16
Replacement .............................20
Sentry (Immobilizer) .......................20
Lane Change Assist ..........................41
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .102
Latches ................................. .133
Hood ..................................55
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .278
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .133
Life Of Tires ............................. .259
Light Bulbs .......................... .133, 179
Lights .................................. .133
AirBag ..........................74, 111, 131
Brake Assist Warning ......................93
Brake Warning ...........................75
Bulb Replacement ....................... .179
Cr

uise .................................82
Daytime Running .........................39
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................38, 39
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INDEX 321

Remote Keyless EntryProgramming Additional Key Fobs .............18
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .179
Replacement Keys ...........................20
Replacement Tires ......................... .260
Reporting Safety Defects .....................313
Restraints, Child .......................... .123
Restraints, Head ............................32
Rotation, Tires ............................ .267
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................131
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................133
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................313
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .130
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .245
Safety Tips .............................. .130
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .225
Seat Belts ............................ .100, 131
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................106
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........106
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......106
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........109
Child Restraints ........................ .123
Energy Management Feature ................108
Front Seat ...................... .100, 102, 104Inspection
............................. .131
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................104
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .102
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............106
Operating Instructions .....................104
Pregnant Women ........................ .108
Rear Seat ............................. .102
Reminder ............................. .101
Untwisting Procedure .....................106
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .272
Seats ....................................23
Adjustment .............................23
Heated .................................
29
Rear Folding .............................23
Tilting .................................23
Security Alarm .......................... .21, 77
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............282
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................20
Service Assistance ......................... .310
Service Contract .......................... .312
Service Manuals .......................... .314
Settings Personal .............................. .287
Shift Lever Override ....................... .218
Shoulder Belts ............................ .102
324 INDEX