ad blue RAM PROMASTER 2023 Owners Manual

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INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 44 Storage..............................................................44
USB Control — If Equipped ..............................45
Power Outlets ...................................................46
Power Inverter — If Equipped...........................47
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped .....................47
Wireless Charging Pad —
If Equipped .......................................................48
WINDOWS ............................................................. 49
Power Windows ...............................................49
Window Bar Grates — If Equipped...................49
Wind Buffeting .................................................50
HOOD....................................................................... 50
Opening .............................................................50
Closing...............................................................51
CARGO AREA FEATURES ...................................... 51
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER........... 52
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster
Descriptions ......................................................53
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER......................................... 54
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .....................55
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 56
Location And Controls ......................................56
Change Engine Oil — If Equipped ....................57
Main Menu........................................................57
Settings .............................................................59 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ....................65
Red Warning Lights ..........................................65
Yellow Warning Lights ......................................68
Yellow Indicator Lights .....................................72
Green Indicator Lights .....................................72
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................73
White Indicator Lights ......................................73
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ........ 74
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ......................................74
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS.............................................................74
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................76
Automatic Transmission ..................................76
Normal Starting ................................................76
Tip Start Feature .............................................76
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ...............................76
Extended Park Starting ....................................76
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................77
After Starting ....................................................77
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ...........77
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..........78
PARKING BRAKE ....................................................78
Electric Park Brake (EPB) ................................78 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............................. 81
Ignition Park Interlock (Keyless Vehicle) ........ 81
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ............................................................. 81
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ................... 82
POWER STEERING ................................................ 85
ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 86
Activation .......................................................... 86
Exceeding The Set Speed ................................ 86
Deactivation ..................................................... 86
INTELLIGENT SPEED ASSIST (ISA) —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 87
Activation .......................................................... 87
Exceeding The Set Speed ................................ 87
Deactivation ..................................................... 87
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ... 87
Cruise Control .................................................. 88
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ......................... 89
TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 98
Activation/Deactivation ................................... 98
Traffic Sign Assist Modes ................................ 98
Indications On The Display .............................. 99
ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................................... 100
Operation ....................................................... 100Turning Active Driving Assist
On Or Off ........................................................ 101

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12 Active Lane Management Indicator Light Úpage 72
Active Speed Limiter Set Indicator Light Úpage 72
Automatic High Beam Indicator Light Úpage 72
Blue Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Light Úpage 73
Green Indicator Lights
White Indicator Lights
Speed Warning Indicator Light Úpage 73
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light Úpage 73
Active Lane Management Indicator Light Úpage 73
Active Speed Limiter Ready Indicator Light Úpage 73

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42GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Temperature Control
Temperature Control regulates the temperature of
the air forced through the climate system.
The temperature increases as you press
the red arrow button on the faceplate.
The temperature decreases as you press
the blue arrow button on the faceplate.
You can also adjust the temperature using the
sliding temperature bar on the touchscreen.
Slide the bar upward into the red to increase the
temperature, and slide it downward into the blue to
decrease the temperature.
Blower Control
Blower Control regulates the amount of
air forced through the climate system.
There are seven blower speeds available.
The blower speed increases as you press
the up arrow above the blower control symbol.
The blower speed decreases as you press the
down arrow below the blower control symbol.

You can also adjust the blower speed on the
touchscreen by selecting a speed on the blower bar.

Mode Control

Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode
buttons on the touchscreen, or the faceplate,
to change the airflow distribution mode.
Pushing this button will cycle through the five
mode combinations in order: Face, Face/Feet, Feet,
Windshield/Feet, Windshield. The cycle will repeat if
the button is continually pushed.

NOTE:The distribution modes on the climate control
screen will also illuminate when a selection is
made using the button on the instrument panel.
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the
instrument panel. Each of these outlets
can be individually adjusted to direct the
flow of air. The air vents out of the center
outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and
down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
Move the vent to the furthermost sides to close
the vent.
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel
outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount
of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
NOTE:Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi -
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode

Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the defrost
and side window demister outlets.

Defrost Mode

Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. When the defrost
button is selected, the blower level may
increase. Use Defrost mode with maximum
temperature settings for best windshield and side
window defrosting and defogging. When toggling the
front defrost mode button, the Climate Control system
will return to the previous setting.

Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost,
and side window demister outlets.
This setting works best in cold or snowy
conditions that require extra heat to the
windshield. This setting is good for maintaining
comfort while reducing moisture on the
windshield.

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46GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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POWER OUTLETS
Passenger Compartment Power Outlet
The power outlet is located on the instrument
panel to the right of the radio. It only operates with
the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Passenger Compartment Power Outlet

Load Compartment Power Outlet — If Equipped
The load compartment power outlet is located in
the rear cargo compartment. The outlet can be is
used for powering 12 Volt adapter accessories and
recharging communications devices.
Load Compartment Power Outlet

NOTE:Do not connect devices with power higher than
180 W to the socket. Do not damage the socket by
using unsuitable adapters.

Power Outlet Fuses — Under Hood

1 — F14 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Front Power Outlet
2 — F09 Fuse 15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:

Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.

Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while driving
the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
CAUTION!

Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle's battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle's battery
will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent the engine from starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit -
tently and with greater caution.

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48GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
WIRELESS CHARGING PAD —
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F EQUIPPED

Wireless Charging Pad

Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15W 3A Qi
wireless charging pad located below the center
stack. This charging pad is designed to wirelessly
charge your Qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a
standard that allows wireless charging of your
mobile phone.

Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi wireless
charging. If the phone is not equipped with Qi wireless
charging functionality, an aftermarket sleeve or a
specialized back plate can be purchased from your
mobile phone provider or a local electronics retailer.
Please see your phone’s owner’s manual for further
information.
The wireless charging pad is equipped with an
anti-slip mat to hold your mobile phone in place,
and an LED indicator light.
LED Indicator Status:
NOTE:Using a phone case may interfere with wireless
charging.
No Light: Charging pad is idle or searching for a
device.
Blue Light: Device is detected, and is charging.
Red Light/Flashing: Internal error, or foreign
object is detected.
Important Notes Regarding This Vehicle’s Wireless
Charging Pad:
With a compatible mobile phone placed on the
charging pad, when the ignition is switched to
the OFF position, a phone reminder message
will appear on the instrument cluster to warn
the customer.
Wireless charging is not as fast as when the
phone is connected to a wired charger.
The phone’s protective case must be removed
when placed on the wireless charging pad.
iPhone® 12 (including iPod®) is equipped with
software to protect the device from overheating.
When the software is active, the rate of charge
is slowed down to protect the device.
Phones must always be placed on the wireless
charging pad within the outline shown on the
pad so that its charging parts connect with the
charging coils of the system. Movement of the
phone during charging may prevent or slow the
rate of charge.
Having multiple applications open on the phone
while charging will reduce the charging effi -
ciency, and may even shut down an application
that is actively running (i.e. Apple CarPlay®).
This may also cause the phone to overheat.

Wireless chargers may implement certain methods
to prevent the phone from overheating during
charging such as slowing down the rate of charge.
In certain instances, the device may shut down for a
brief period of time (when the device reaches a
certain temperature). If this happens, it does not
mean there is a fault with the wireless charing pad.
This may just be a protective measure to prevent
damage to the phone.

CAUTION!
The key fob should not be placed on the
charging pad or within 6 inches (15 cm) of it.
Doing so can cause excessive heat buildup and
damage to the fob. Placing the fob in close
proximity of the charging pad blocks the fob from
being detected by the vehicle and prevents the
vehicle from starting.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL59
Audio
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Audio Menu icon/title is
highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
This menu will display the audio source
information, including the Song name, Artist name,
and audio source with an accompanying graphic.
Phone
This menu displays the current status of a phone
connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth®.
If no phone is connected, the menu will not
function when the OK button is pushed. Otherwise,
if a phone is connected, push the OK button to
enter the menu. The following items will display:
Recent calls: displays a list of the last 10 calls.
SMS reader: displays the last 10 text messages
and if they are read or unread.
Favorite numbers: displays a maximum of 10
favorite numbers.
Navigation
If activated, this menu item will display navigation
status and directions.
Messages
This menu item allows you to display the
information messages/malfunction stored.
The background color of the display varies
according to the priorities of the failure:
Failed Messages with low priority display in
yellow.
Failed Messages with high priority display in red.
SETTINGS
NOTE:Some items may be displayed and managed
through the Uconnect system. This may vary
according to your vehicle equipment. If equipped,
the following menu/submenu items are available
in the cluster display.
NOTE:If equipped, some customer programmable
features will display in the Uconnect system
Ú page 134.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL73
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when
the parking lights or headlights are
turned on Úpage 33.
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator
Lights
The turn signal arrows will flash
independently when left or right turn
signals are selected. Turn signals can be
activated when the multifunction lever is
moved down (left) or up (right).
Pressing the Hazard Warning Flashers button will
illuminate both right and left turn signal arrows
simultaneously Ú page 193.
NOTE:Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to
indicate that the high beam headlights
are on. With the low beams activated,
push the multifunction lever forward
(toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever rearward
(toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the
high beams. If the high beams are off, pull the
lever toward you for a temporary high beam on,
“flash to pass” scenario.
WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With
Target Indicator Light — If Equipped
This will display when the ACC is set and
a vehicle in front is detected Ú
page 89.
Active Lane Management Indicator
Light — If Equipped
When the Active Lane Management
system is ON, but not armed, the Active
Lane Management indicator light
illuminates solid white. This occurs when
only left, right, or neither lane line has been
detected. If a single lane line is detected, the
system is ready to provide only visual warnings if
an unintentional lane departure occurs on the
detected lane line Ú page 116.
Active Speed Limiter Ready Indicator
Light — If Equipped With A Premium
Instrument Cluster
This light will illuminate when the Active
Speed Limiter has been turned on, but
not set Úpage 86.
Speed Warning Indicator Light —
If Equipped
When Set Speed Warning is turned on,
the speed warning telltale will illuminate
in the instrument cluster with a number
matching the set speed. When the set
speed is exceeded, a single chime will sound along
with pop-up message of speed warning exceeded.
Speed Warning can be turned on and off in the
instrument cluster display Ú page 56.
NOTE:The number “55” is only an example of a speed
that can be set.
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MULTIMEDIA141
Phone/Bluetooth®
Voice
When the Phone/Bluetooth® button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to Bluetooth® connectivity from an external audio
device or smartphone. The list of paired audio devices or smartphones can be accessed from this menu.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Device ManagerThis setting will open the Device Manager main screen.
Do Not Disturb All This setting will open the Do Not Disturb All settings menu. The available options are “On” and “Off”.
Enable Two Active Phones
This setting will enable or disable two active phones with the vehicle. The setting options are “On” and “Off”.

Phone Pop-Ups Displayed In Cluster This setting will activate phone message pop-ups in the Instrument Cluster Display.
When the Voice button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s Voice Recognition feature.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Voice OptionsThis setting will allow you to change the system’s voice to either “Male” or “Female”.
Wake Up Word This setting will allow you to set the system’s “Wake Up” word. The available options are “Off”,
“Hey, Uconnect”, and “Hey, Ram”.
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150MULTIMEDIA
Reset
When the Reset button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to resetting the Uconnect system back to its default settings.
These settings can clear personal data and reset selected settings from other menus.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Restart RadioThis setting will reboot the radio.
Reset Apps Drawer To Default Order This setting will return the apps drawer to the default order. The available options are “Yes” and
“Cancel”. The X button can also be pressed to cancel the screen.
Restore Settings to Default This setting will return all the previously changed settings to their factory defaults.
Clear Personal Data This setting will display a pop-up that gives you the option to clear all personal data from the system,
including Bluetooth® devices and presets.
Reset Wi-Fi Password For Projection This setting will allow you to reset the vehicle’s Wi-Fi password for smartphone projection. The available
options are “Yes” and “Cancel”. The X button can also be pressed to cancel the screen.
Factory Reset This setting will restore the radio to its factory default settings.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE239

Fuse Access Cover Screw Location
The ID number of the electrical component
corresponding to each fuse can be found on the
back of the cover.
Cavity
Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
* If Equipped
F01 50 Amp Red –Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Pump
F02 20 Amp Yellow (3.6 Gasoline Engine) –Starter Relay
F03 30 Amp Green –VSIM *
F04 50 Amp Red (3.6 Gasoline Engine) –Secondary Power Distribution Center (PDC) / Trans Power
ECU / Vacuum Pump / KL30 for the Shifter Transmission
Module [STM]
F05 50 Amp Red (3.6 Gasoline Engine) –EPB Valves & MOC
F06 40 Amp Orange (non A/C)
60 Amp Blue (A/C) –
Engine Cooling Fan - 2nd Speed
F07 50 Amp Red –Engine Cooling Fan - 1st Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange –Passenger Compartment Blower
F09 – 15 Amp BlueRear Power Outlet
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