seats RAM PROMASTER 2023 Owner's Manual

SAFETY189
Installing A Child Restraint With A
Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR)
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured
in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion
of a lap/shoulder belt.

1. Place the child seat in the center of the
seating position.

2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the
child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in
the belt path.
3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion
tight against the child seat.
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the
seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then,
allow the webbing to retract back into the
retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will hear
a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is
now in the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any
webbing. If the retractor is not
locked, repeat
step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child
restraint while you push the child restraint
rearward and downward into the vehicle seat.
8. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at
the belt path. It should not move more than
1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check
the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
SAFETY TIPS
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
Improper installation or failure to properly
secure a child restraint can lead to failure of
the restraint. The child could be badly injured
or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant or
child restraint.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup
may cause serious injury or death.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo
area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a colli -
sion, people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and
seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.
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266SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
BODY AND UNDERBODY MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights
and fog lights that are lighter and less susceptible
to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and
therefore different lens cleaning procedures must
be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses
and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry
cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap
solution followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components,
solvents, steel wool or other aggressive material to
clean the lenses.
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Washing
Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your
vehicle in the shade using Mopar® Car Wash, or
a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels
completely with water.
If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have
accumulated on your vehicle, use Mopar®
Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove.
Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as Mopar®
Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Use precautions to not
scratch the paint.
Avoid using abrasive compounds and power
buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out
the paint finish.
Special Care
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you
drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage
at least once a month.
It is important that the drain holes in the lower
edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be
kept clear and open.
If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the
paint, touch them up immediately.
If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or
similar cause that destroys the paint and protec
-
tive coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon
as possible.
If you carry special cargo such as chemicals,
fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such
materials are well packaged and sealed.
If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads,
consider mud or stone shields behind each
wheel.
Use Mopar® Touch Up Paint on scratches as
soon as possible. An authorized dealer has
touch up paint to match the color of your
vehicle.
INTERIORS
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Use Mopar® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery
and carpeting.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning mate -
rials such as steel wool or scouring powder
that will scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8,274 kPa) can result in damage or removal
of paint and decals.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning
purposes. Many are potentially flammable,
and if used in closed areas they may cause
respiratory harm.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE267
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure —
If Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
Remove as much of the stain as possible by
blotting with a clean, dry towel.
Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp
towel.
For tough stains, apply Mopar® Total Clean, or
a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and
remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to
remove soap residue.
For grease stains, apply Mopar® Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap
residue.
Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form
of protectants on Stain Repel products.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the
fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution
or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from
the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. Replace
the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
Use Mopar® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
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.
Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution
may be used, but do not use high alcohol content
or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean
with a clean damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
WARNING!

A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision
and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat
belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or
loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the seat
belt system. If your vehicle is involved in a collision,
or if you have questions regarding seat belt or
retractor conditions, take your vehicle to an
authorized FCA dealer or authorized FCA Certified
Collision Care Program facility for inspection.

CAUTION!
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repel -
lents, suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the
plastic, painted, or decorated surfaces of the
interior may cause permanent damage. Wipe
away immediately.
Damage caused by these type of products
may not be covered by your New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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268SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
LEATHER SURFACES
Mopar® Total Clean is specifically recommended
for leather upholstery.

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by
regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles
of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather
upholstery and should be removed promptly with a
damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with
a soft cloth and Mopar® Total Clean. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to
clean your leather upholstery.

NOTE:If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to
show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye
transfer more so than darker colors. The leather is
designed for easy cleaning, and FCA recommends
Mopar® total care leather cleaner applied on a
cloth to clean the leather seats as needed.GLASS SURFACES
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a
regular basis with Mopar® Glass Cleaner, or any
commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never
use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when
cleaning the inside rear window equipped with
electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio
antennas. Do not use scrapers or other sharp
instruments that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror, spray cleaner
on the towel or cloth that you are using. Do not
spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
CAUTION!
Do not use alcohol and alcohol-based and/or
ketone-based cleaning products to clean leather
upholstery, as damage to the upholstery may
result.

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284 Brake/Transmission Interlock
......................... 81Bulb Replacement......................................... 244Bulbs, Light.......................................... 191, 244
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Camera, Rear...................................... 119, 120Capacities, Fluid............................................ 273Caps, Filler Fuel........................................................... 122Oil (Engine)................................................ 225Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 234Car Washes................................................... 266Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 192Cargo Area Cover............................................. 51Cargo Compartment........................................ 51Cargo Light...................................................... 36Cellular Phone............................................... 151Certification Label......................................... 123Change Engine Oil — If Equipped
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.............. 57Change Oil Indicator........................................ 57Changing A Flat Tire....................................... 196Chart, Tire Sizing............................................ 250Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)................................................ 74Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 189Checks, Safety............................................... 189Child Restraint............................................... 185
Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 187Child Seat Installation.............................. 189Infant And Child Restraints....................... 186Older Children And Child Restraints......... 187Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 271CleaningWheels..................................................... 262Climate Control................................................ 40Manual........................................................ 40Rear............................................................. 43Cold Weather Operation.................................. 76Compact Spare Tire...................................... 260Contract, Service.......................................... 277Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 234Cooling System............................................. 233Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 233Coolant Level................................... 233, 234Cooling Capacity....................................... 273Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 234Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 233Inspection................................................. 234Points To Remember................................ 234Pressure Cap............................................ 234Radiator Cap............................................ 234Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..... 233, 273Corrosion Protection..................................... 265Cruise Control (Speed Control)................. 87, 88
Cruise Light......................................................72Customer Assistance.................................... 275Customer Programmable Features............... 134Cybersecurity................................................ 133
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Dealer Service............................................... 227Defroster, Windshield................................... 190Diagnostic System, Onboard............................74Dimmer Control Switch....................................37Dimmer SwitchHeadlight.....................................................34DipsticksAutomatic Transmission........................... 236Oil (Engine)............................................... 226Disable Vehicle Towing................................. 219DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 234Door Ajar..........................................................66Door Ajar Light.................................................66Door Locks.......................................................21Automatic....................................................23Doors...............................................................21Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................................23DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
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Electric Brake Control System
....................... 153Electric Parking Brake..................................... 78Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 32Electrical Power Outlets................................... 46Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........ 88Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...................154Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........ 67Emergency Braking........................................ 167Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck...................... 218Jacking...................................................... 196Jump Starting............................................ 214Emission Control System Maintenance........... 74Engine........................................................... 225Air Cleaner................................................. 228Block Heater............................................... 77Break-In Recommendations........................ 78Checking Oil Level..................................... 226Compartment............................................ 225Compartment Identification...................... 225Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 233, 273Cooling...................................................... 233Exhaust Gas Caution................................. 192Fails To Start............................................... 77Flooded, Starting......................................... 77Fuel Requirements.......................... 270, 273Jump Starting............................................ 214
Oil.................................................... 228, 273Oil Filler Cap............................................. 225Oil Filter.................................................... 228Oil Selection.................................... 228, 273Oil Synthetic............................................. 228Overheating.............................................. 216Starting........................................................ 76Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 220Entry System, Illuminated................................ 38Ethanol......................................................... 271Exhaust Gas Cautions................................... 192Exhaust System................................... 192, 232Exterior Lights.........................................33, 191
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 228Air Conditioning..................................43, 230Engine Oil................................................. 228Engine Oil Disposal................................... 228FlashersHazard Warning........................................ 193Turn Signals............................................. 191Flat Tire Changing................................ 249, 260Flat Tire Stowage................................. 249, 260Flooded Engine Starting................................... 77Fluid Capacities............................................ 273Fluid Leaks................................................... 191
Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission........................... 236Brake........................................................ 235Cooling System......................................... 233Engine Oil................................................. 226Fog Lights........................................................35Fold-Flat Seats.................................................23Forward Collision Warning............................ 164Four-Way Hazard Flasher.............................. 193Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 218Fuel............................................................... 270Additives................................................... 271Clean Air................................................... 271Ethanol..................................................... 271Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................................. 122Gasoline................................................... 270Materials Added....................................... 271Methanol.................................................. 271Octane Rating.................................. 270, 273Requirements.................................. 270, 273Tank Capacity........................................... 273Fuses............................................................ 236
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................... 122, 123Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 271Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 27111

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286 Gauges Fuel
............................................................. 69Gear Ranges.................................................... 82Gear Selector Override.................................. 217Glass Cleaning............................................... 268Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 123, 125Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 123, 124GuideBody Builders................................................ 8GVWR............................................................ 123
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
..................................... 131Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 193Head Restraints............................................... 28HeadlightsAutomatic.................................................... 34Cleaning.................................................... 266High Beam.................................................. 34High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 34Passing........................................................ 34Switch......................................................... 33Heated Mirrors................................................ 33Heated Seats................................................... 26Heater, Engine Block....................................... 77High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch.............................................................. 34Hill Start Assist.............................................. 155
HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 126Hood Prop........................................................ 50Hood Release.................................................. 50
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Ignition............................................................. 16Switch.......................................................... 16Illuminated Entry.............................................. 38Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................................. 16Inside Rearview Mirror............................30, 193Instrument ClusterDescriptions................................................ 55Display......................................................... 56Display Controls........................................... 56Menu Items................................................. 57Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 267Intelligent Speed Assist................................... 87Interior And Instrument Lights......................... 36Interior Appearance Care.............................. 266Interior Lights................................................... 36Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).................. 39InverterPower.......................................................... 47iPod/USB/MP3 Control.................................... 45
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Jack Location................................................ 196Jack Operation.............................................. 196Jacking And Tire Changing............................ 196
Jacking And Tire Changing
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..................... 196Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions......... 197Jump Starting................................................ 214
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Key Fob............................................................13Programming Additional Key Fobs...............15Key Fob Battery Service (Remote
Keyless Entry)..................................................14Key Fob Programming (Remote
Keyless Entry)..................................................15Keyless Enter ‘n Go™.......................................22Passive Entry...............................................22Keys.................................................................13Replacement...............................................15Sentry (Immobilizer).....................................16
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Lane Change Assist..........................................35LaneSense.................................................... 116Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 172Latches......................................................... 191Hood............................................................50Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 270Leaks, Fluid................................................... 191Life Of Tires................................................... 258Light Bulbs........................................... 191, 244

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288 Operator Manual Owner's Manual
........................................ 279Outside Rearview Mirrors......................... 30, 31Overheating, Engine...................................... 216
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Paint Care...................................................... 265Parking Brake.................................................. 78ParkSenseFront And Rear.......................................... 104ParkSense Active Park Assist........................ 112ParkSense System, Rear............................... 104Passing Light................................................... 34Passive Entry................................................... 22Pedestrian Warning System.......................... 167Personal Settings............................................ 59Pets............................................................... 190Placard, Tire And Loading Information........... 253PowerInverter........................................................ 47Mirrors......................................................... 32Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)................ 46Steering....................................................... 85Windows...................................................... 49Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................176Preparation For Jacking....................... 196, 197
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 257Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 234
RadioSound Setting........................................... 147Radio Operation............................................ 151Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 39Rear Camera........................................ 119, 120Rear Cross Path............................................ 161Rear ParkSense System............................... 104Rearview Mirror............................................... 30Recreational Towing..................................... 130Reformulated Gasoline................................. 271Refrigerant.................................................... 230Release, Hood................................................. 50Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 171Remote Keyless EntryProgramming Additional Key Fobs............... 15Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 19Remote Starting System.................................. 18Replacement Bulbs...................................... 244Replacement Keys........................................... 15Replacement Tires........................................ 259Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 278Restraints, Child........................................... 185Restraints, Head.............................................. 28Rotation, Tires.............................................. 264
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 190Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 191Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 278
Safety Information, Tire................................. 249Safety Tips.................................................... 189Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 192Schedule, Maintenance................................ 221Seat Belts............................................ 171, 190Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 175Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 175Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage............................................ 175Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 176Child Restraints........................................ 185Energy Management Feature................... 176Front Seat............................... 171, 172, 174Inspection................................................. 190Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 174Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 174Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 172Operating Instructions.............................. 174Pregnant Women...................................... 176Rear Seat.................................................. 172Reminder.................................................. 171Untwisting Procedure................................ 174Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 267Seats................................................................23Adjustment..................................................23Heated.........................................................26Rear Folding................................................23Tilting...........................................................23Security Alarm...........................................20, 68Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).................. 273

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