warning lights 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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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating
precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to
follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of
each symbol Úpage 65.
NOTE:Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and
current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
Red Warning Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Úpage 68
Air Bag Warning Light Úpage 65
Battery Charge Warning Light Úpage 66
Door Open Warning Light Úpage 66
Drowsy Driver Detected Warning Light Úpage 67
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Úpage 67
Transmission Fault Warning Light Úpage 68
Engine Temperature Warning Light Úpage 67
Brake Warning Light Úpage 66
Oil Pressure Warning Light Úpage 68
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 68
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light Úpage 67
Generic Warning Light Úpage 67
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10 Hood Open Warning Light Úpage 68
Rear Cargo Door Warning Light Úpage 68
Swivel Seat (Driver or Passenger) Unlocked Warning Light Úpage 68
Yellow Warning Lights
Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm Warning Light Úpage 69
Drowsy Driver Detected System Fault Warning Light Úpage 69
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Úpage 70
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light Úpage 69
Red Warning Lights
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
Úpage 69
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL) Úpage 69
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Úpage 68
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light Úpage 70
Service Required/Call For Service Warning Light Úpage 70
Speed Limiter Fail Warning Light Úpage 70
Swivel Seat (Driver or Passenger) Fail Warning Light Úpage 70
Transmission Temperature Warning Light Úpage 71
Yellow Warning Lights

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Towing Hook Breakdown Warning Light Úpage 71
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light Úpage 68
Service Active Lane Management Warning Light Úpage 70
Low Fuel Warning Light Úpage 69
Yellow Indicator Lights
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator Light Úpage 72
TOW/HAUL Indicator Light Úpage 72
Keyless System Failure Indicator Light Úpage 72
Yellow Warning Lights
Rain Sensor Failure Indicator Light
Úpage 72
Exterior Lights Failure Indicator Light Úpage 72
Fuel Cutoff Failure Indicator Light Úpage 72
Green Indicator Lights
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Úpage 73
Front Fog Indicator Light Úpage 72
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light Úpage 73
Cruise Control Indicator Light Úpage 72
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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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18GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehicle while still maintaining security.
The system has a range of approximately
300 ft (91 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold
weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in all
ambient conditions before the driver enters the
vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob
may reduce this range Ú page 280.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the
key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, the parking lights will flash, and the
horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts
the engine off.
NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,
the vehicle will not start.
The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window is disabled when the
vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can be
repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will Remote Start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Rear cargo doors closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Panic button not pushed
Fuel meets minimum requirement
System not disabled from previous Remote
Start event
Vehicle Security system not active

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illuminated

Ignition in OFF position
WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage
or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause
serious injury or death when inhaled.

Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.
WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage
or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause
serious injury or death when inhaled.

Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.

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NOTE:The Digital Rearview Mirror is not as effective when
driving in the following conditions:
Nighttime in low light applications
Bad weather conditions (e.g. extreme haze,
snow/slush)
If it becomes difficult to see clearly in the display,
the camera may need to be cleaned. If snow, ice,
mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the
camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.

Camera Location

OUTSIDE MIRRORS
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside
mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic
with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
All outside mirrors are hinged and may be folded
forward or rearward to avoid damage. The hinges
have three detent positions:
Full forward position
Full rearward position
Normal position
OUTSIDE MIRRORS WITH TURN SIGNAL
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ND APPROACH LIGHTING —
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F EQUIPPED
Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn
signal and approach lighting contain four LEDs,
which are located in the upper outer corner of each
mirror.

Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash
with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front
and rear of the vehicle. Turning on the Hazard Warning
flashers will also activate these LEDs.

The fourth LED supplies illuminated entry lighting,
which turns on in both mirrors when you use the
key fob or open any door. This LED shines outward
to illuminate the front and rear door handles.
It also shines downward to illuminate the area in
front of the doors.

The illuminated entry lighting fades to off after about
30 seconds or it will fade to off immediately once the
ignition is placed into the ON/RUN position.

NOTE:The approach lighting will not function when the
gear selector is moved out of the PARK position.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on side
convex mirrors could cause you to collide with
another vehicle or other object. Use your inside
mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in a side convex mirror.
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Power/Manual Folding Mirror Positions

HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost
or ice. This feature will be activated
whenever you turn on the rear window
defroster (if equipped) Ú page 40.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals,
headlight beam selection and the passing lights.
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of
the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

HEADLIGHTS
To turn on the headlights, turn the end of the
multifunction lever to the headlight position.
When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights,
taillights, license plate light, clearance lights
and instrument panel lights are also turned on.
To turn off the headlights, turn the end of the
multifunction lever back to the O (off) position.
NOTE:On vehicles sold in Canada, the rear parking lights,
clearance lights, and Daytime Running Lights
(DRLs) will turn on when the headlight switch is
rotated to the O (off) position.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
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F EQUIPPED
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will come on
when the ignition is in the ON position and the
vehicle is in DRIVE or NEUTRAL.
To activate the DRLs, rotate the end of the
multifunction lever to the O (off) position or the
AUTO position.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime
Running Lights will automatically deactivate
when the front fog lights are turned on.
The low beams and side/taillights will not be on
with DRLs.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights
may deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when
the hazard warning lights are activated).
1 — Normal Driving Position
2 — Fold In Position
3 — Fold Forward Position
CAUTION!
Leaving the mirror in a non-powered position,
accidental impact or manual fold, may cause
permanent damage to the mirror. Electrically
restore the mirror to its normal position, as soon
as practical.
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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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56GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle will be equipped with an instrument
cluster display, which offers useful information
to the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode,
opening/closing of a door will activate the display
for viewing, and display the total miles, or
kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument
cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and
features. Using a driver interactive display located
on the instrument panel, your instrument cluster
display can show you how systems are working and
give you warnings when they are not. The steering
wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll through
the main menus and submenus. You can access
the specific information you want and make
selections and adjustments.
LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver
interactive display that is located in the instrument
cluster.

Instrument Cluster Display and Controls

This system allows the driver to select a variety
of useful information by pushing the switches
mounted on the instrument panel. Examples of
menu items are:
Buzzer Volume
Exit Menu
If equipped with a Uconnect system, some
customer programmable features will display in
the radio Ú page 134. The system allows the driver to select information
by pushing the following buttons mounted on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering column:

Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons

Left Arrow Button
Push and release the left arrow button to
access the information screens or submenu
screens of a main menu item.
CAUTION!
The simultaneous illumination of multiple safety
warning lights can signal the failure of the
instrument cluster display. If this happens
contact an authorized dealer
1 — Instrument Cluster Display Screen
2 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
1 — Left Arrow Button
2 — Up Arrow Button
3 — Right Arrow Button
4 — Down Arrow Button
5 — OK Button

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