key Ram ProMaster City 2018 Owner's Guide

CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
•Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL,
or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock
which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the
ignition can be turned to the full STOP (LOCK/OFF) (key
removal) position. The key can only be removed from the
ignition when the ignition is in the STOP (LOCK/OFF)
position, and once removed, the transmission is locked in
PARK.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the transmission gear
selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied. To shift the
transmission out of PARK, the ignition must be in the
ON/RUN mode (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from NEU-
TRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is
stopped or moving at low speeds.
Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission
The transmission gear range (PRND) is displayed both
beside the gear selector and in the instrument cluster. To
select a gear range, press the lock button on the gear
selector and move the lever rearward or forward. You must
also press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of
PARK (or NEUTRAL, when the vehicle is stopped or
moving at low speeds). Select the DRIVE range for normal
driving.
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•Remove the ignition key.
WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when exiting the vehicle to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.
• Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if
it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the gear
selector out of PARK with the brake pedal released.
Make sure the transmission is in PARK before exit-
ing the vehicle.
• It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if
the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-
verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear when the
engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.
• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
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WARNING! (Continued)
running. Before exiting a vehicle always come to a
complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift
the transmission into PARK, turn the engine OFF,
and remove the ignition key. Once the key is re-
moved, the transmission is locked in PARK, securing
the vehicle against unwanted movement.
• When exiting the vehicle, always remove the ignition
key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• 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 trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle
(or in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
The ParkSense system provides an audible indication of
the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and a de-
tected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a parking
maneuver. Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
Usage Precautions” for limitations of this system and
recommendations.
The ParkSense system is automatically activated when the
transmission is placed into REVERSE. As the distance from
an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases, the audible alert
becomes more frequent.
Interaction With Trailer Towing
The ParkSense system is automatically deactivated when a
trailer equipped by Mopar is hitched to the vehicle. The
system will be automatically activated as soon as the trailer
is removed. If it does not happen, turning the key ignition
switch to OFF and then to ON again would be needed. In
case of a non Mopar trailer hitches are mounted the sensor
deactivation cannot be guaranteed.
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors
The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/
bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within
the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles,in the horizontal direction, from approximately 12 inches
(30 cm) up to 55 inches (140 cm) from the center of the rear
fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from the
corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the loca-
tion, type and orientation of the obstacle.
If several obstacles are detected, the ParkSense system
indicates the nearest obstacle.
The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds
to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the
underside of the vehicle during the parking maneuver.
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors Locations
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If it’s necessary to keep the ball mount and hitch ball
assembly mounted for a long period, it is possible to filter
out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly presence in
sensor field of view. The filtering operation must be
performed only by an authorized dealer.
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
Your vehicle is equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up
Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the rear
surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear selector is
put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the
touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check
entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five
seconds this note will disappear. The ParkView camera is
located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate.
The Rear Back Up Camera can also be activated when the
vehicle is not in REVERSE through the Uconnect System.
Refer to “Uconnect 3/3 NAV With 5-inch Display” supple-
ment for further information.NOTE:
If one of the rear cargo doors is not completely
closed, the Back Up Camera cannot provide an accurate
image of the area behind the vehicle. A dedicated message
will appear on the Uconnect display indicating the camera
is not in the correct position.
The Camera Delay setting can be set to on/off in the rear
camera settings menu. When the vehicle is shifted out of
REVERSE and the Camera Delay is turned off, the rear
camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen
appears on display again.
When the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE, and
Camera Delay is activated in the menu screen, the camera
image will continue to be displayed for up to 10 seconds,
unless the speed of the vehicle is greater than 8 mph (13
km/h), the transmission is in PARK, or the ignition key is in
the OFF position.
The display of the camera image can be enabled or
disabled through the rear camera setting menu item (Cam-
era on/off).
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CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............197
 BULB REPLACEMENT ....................197
▫ Replacement Bulbs .....................197
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs ..................198
▫ Replacing Interior Bulbs ..................200
 FUSES ............................... .202
▫ Underhood Fuses ...................... .203
▫ Interior Fuses ......................... .205
▫ Central Unit Fuse Panel ..................208
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...........209
▫ Jack Location ......................... .209
▫ Removing The Spare Tire .................210
▫ Preparations For Jacking .................213
▫ Jacking Instructions .....................213 ▫
Vehicles With Alloy Wheels ................219
▫ Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers ........221
 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..........222
▫ Tire Service Kit Storage ...................222
▫ Tire Service Kit Usage ....................222
 JUMP STARTING ....................... .225
▫ Preparations For Jump Starting .............225
▫ Jump Starting Procedure ..................227
 IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE ........228
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ..............229
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .............230
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............231
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OWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............233
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F02 30 Amp Green –Fog Lamps, Front Heated Seats (If
Equipped)
F02 20 Amp Yellow –Front Heated Seats
F03 20 Amp Yellow –Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange –BSM System Module
F06 20 Amp Yellow –Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange –Blower Motor
F10 –15 Amp Blue Horn
F11 –10 Amp Red Secondary Loads ECM
F14 –15 Amp Blue High Beam
F16 –5 Amp Tan ECM and Transmission Shifter
F17 –25 Amp Clear ECM Power Loads
F18 –5 Amp Tan ECM Load, Main Relay
F19 –7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning
F20 –30 Amp Green Rear Defroster
F21 –5 Amp Tan Key Unlock
F22 –10 Amp Red Primary ECM Loads
F23 –20 Amp Yellow BSM System
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F24 –5 Amp Tan BSM System, Positive Key and Steering
Angle Sensor
F30 –15 Amp Blue 2nd Instrument Panel Power Outlet
F83 20 Amp Yellow –Fuel Pump
F84 –15 Amp Blue AT Module
F85 –15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet 12V
F86 –15 Amp Blue IP Power Outlet 12V
F87 –5 Amp Tan IBS
F88 –7.5 Amp Brown External Mirror Defrost
Interior Fuses
The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module
(BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the
instrument panel.
Fuse Panel Cover
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4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged
in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock
which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the
ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/OFF (key
removal) position. To remove the key manually, proceed as
follows:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Remove the Allen Key located in the rear cargo area, in
the tool bag (if equipped) or on the left side in the cargo
box.
3. Unlock the steering column, pull the tilt/telescoping control handle down.
4. Pull the steering wheel outward until it is in the end of the travel position, then lock the steering column in
position, push the control handle up until fully engaged.
5. Using the Allen Key, undo the lower steering column cover screws, and remove the lower cover.
Lower Steering Column Screw Locations
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6. Pull the release tab downwards using one hand andwith the other one remove the key, sliding it outwards.
7. Once the key is removed, reinstall the steering column cover.
CAUTION!
It is advisable to contact your authorized dealer to have
the reinstall procedure carried out. If you would like to
proceed in performing the reinstall procedure special
attention must be paid to the correct coupling of the
clips. Otherwise damage to the cover or noise might be
heard due to incorrect fastening of the lower cover.
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following
procedure to temporarily move the gear selector:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully separatethe gear selector boot from the center console.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
Release Tab Location
Gear Selector Boot Location
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing ConditionWheel OFF The Ground ALL MODELS
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow FrontOK
Rear NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALLBEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
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 ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section for instructions on shifting the 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.
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
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