snow chains RAM PROMASTER 2023 Owners Manual

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NOTE:To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with
snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial
Off” mode by pushing the ESC OFF button. Once
the situation requiring ESC to be switched to the
“Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back
on by momentarily pushing the ESC OFF button.
This may be done while the vehicle is in motion.
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC OFF Indicator Light

The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition is turned to the ON mode.
It should go out with the engine running. If
the ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light comes
on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction
has been detected in the ESC system. If this light
remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle
has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds
greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized
dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and
the ESC system becomes active. The ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is
active. If the ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the
accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions.

The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates
that the Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
is in a reduced mode.
NOTE:
The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on
momentarily each time the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
Each time the ignition is placed in the ON posi -
tion, the ESC system will be on even if it was
turned off previously.
The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when it is active. This is normal; the
sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive
following the maneuver that caused the ESC
activation.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The HSA system is designed to assist the driver
when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA
will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver
applied for a short period of time after the driver
takes their foot off of the brake pedal. If the driver
does not apply the throttle during this short period
of time, the system will release brake pressure and
the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will
release brake pressure in proportion to the
amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts
to move in the intended direction of travel.
WARNING!
When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS function -
ality of ESC, except for the limited slip feature
described in the TCS section, has been
disabled and the ESC OFF Indicator Light will
be illuminated. When in “Partial Off” mode,
the engine power reduction feature of TCS is
disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability
offered by the ESC system is reduced.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when
the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode.
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Check TPMS Warnings
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on
solid when a system fault is detected, an audible
chime will be activated and the “Tire Pressure
Monitoring Unavailable” message will display.
If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will
repeat providing the system fault still exists.
The TPMS Warning Light will turn off when the
fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can
occur with any of the following scenarios:
Jamming due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio
frequencies as the TPMS sensors
Installing some form of aftermarket window
tinting that affects radio wave signals
Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel
housings
Using tire chains on the vehicle
Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS
sensors
NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with a regular size spare
wheel.

1. The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor.
Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the
pressure in the spare tire.
2. If a spare tire not equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System sensor is used,
the TPMS Warning Light will turn on, flashing
for 75 seconds and then remaining solid for
each subsequent ignition key cycle.
3. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the
spare tire, the TPMS will update automatically
and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Warning Light will extinguish once the updated
tire pressures have been received. The vehicle
may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes
above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this
information.
NOTE:For correct Tire Pressure Monitoring System
behavior, please wait for about 20 minutes in
key-off during each tire substitution.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems:
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
F
EATURES
Seat Belt Systems
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
Child Restraints Some of the safety features described in this
section may be standard equipment on some
models, or may be optional equipment on others.
If you are not sure, ask an authorized dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please pay close attention to the information in
this section. It tells you how to use your restraint
system properly, to keep you and your passengers
as safe as possible.
Here are some simple steps you can take to
minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag:

1. Children 12 years old and under should
always ride buckled up in the rear seat of a
vehicle with a rear seat.

2. A child who is not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly must be secured in the
appropriate child restraint or belt-positioning
booster seat in a rear seating position

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page 185.

3. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the
front passenger seat, move the seat as far
back as possible and use the proper child
restraint Ú page 185.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

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.................................. 16Service Assistance......................................... 275Service Contract............................................ 277Service Manuals............................................ 279Settings Personal.................................................... 134Shift Lever Override....................................... 217Shoulder Belts............................................... 172Side Distance Warning.................................. 110Signals, Turn.................................................. 191Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................. 263Snow Tires..................................................... 260Spare Tires.......................................... 260, 261Speed Limiter, Active....................................... 86Starting............................................................ 76Automatic Transmission.............................. 76Button......................................................... 16Cold Weather.............................................. 76Engine Fails To Start................................... 77Steering........................................................... 23Column Lock............................................... 23Power.......................................................... 85Storage, Vehicle...................................... 43, 265Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 265Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag..... 179Surround View Camera.................................. 120Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 157Symbol Glossary................................................ 9Synthetic Engine Oil....................................... 228
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 23Tip Start........................................................... 76Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 253Tire Markings................................................ 249Tire Safety Information................................. 249Tire Service
Kit................... 203, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213
Tire Service Kit — If Equipped
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................ 203Tires...................................191, 256, 260, 264Aging (Life Of Tires).................................. 258Air Pressure.............................................. 256Chains...................................................... 263Changing.................................................. 196Compact Spare......................................... 260General Information........................ 256, 260High Speed............................................... 257Inflation Pressure..................................... 256Jacking..................................................... 196Life Of Tires.............................................. 258Load Capacity........................................... 253Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..70, 168Quality Grading......................................... 264Radial....................................................... 257Replacement............................................ 259Rotation.................................................... 264Safety.............................................. 249, 256
Sizes......................................................... 250Snow Tires................................................ 260Spare Tires...................................... 260, 261Spinning................................................... 258Trailer Towing........................................... 128Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 258Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 269To Open Hood..................................................50Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 127Towing.................................................. 124, 219Disabled Vehicle....................................... 219Guide........................................................ 126Recreational............................................. 130Weight...................................................... 126Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 130Traction......................................................... 131Traction Control............................................ 156Traffic Sign Assist.............................................98Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 157Trailer Towing................................................ 124Hitches..................................................... 126Minimum Requirements........................... 127Tips........................................................... 130Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 127Wiring....................................................... 129Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 126Trailer Weight................................................ 12611

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