chains Ram ProMaster City 2019 Owner's Manual

3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
NOTE:Your vehicle can be equipped with either Tire
Service Kit, compact spare tire or regular size spare tire
(with or without original TPMS sensor).
1. Tire Service Kit (original tire sealant – if equipped): After fixing the punctured tire with original tire sealant, the
original situation will be restored, so system will turn off
the telltale during the normal drive.
2. Compact Spare Tire – if equipped: The compact spare wheel is not equipped with TPMS sensor. So when
mounted, during the normal drive the system will turn
on the telltale (flashing for approximately 75 sec. then
remains solid). This condition persists until a wheel
equipped with original TPMS sensor has been mounted
on the vehicle.
3. Regular size spare tire (not equipped with TPMS sen- sor): When mounted, during the normal drive the
system will turn on the telltale (flashing for approxi-
mately 75 sec. then remains solid). This condition per-
sists until a wheel equipped with original TPMS sensor has been mounted on the vehicle. Then the system will
be restored and the telltale will turn off during the
normal drive.
4. Regular size spare tire (equipped with TPMS sensor): When mounted, the telltale will turn off during the
normal drive.
5. In all the above cases please check the replacement tire inflation pressure before driving your vehicle.
6. In case of tire replacement, if the vehicle is driven for short periods of time, then the system can take a while
to be restored.
NOTE: For a correct Tire Pressure Monitoring behavior,
please wait for about 20 minutes in key-off during each tire
substitution.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS
210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
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Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain
components, the following guidelines are recommended.
CAUTION!
•Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or
other parts could be damaged.
•Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer is
towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not
make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and
other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads.
Perform the maintenance listed in the “Scheduled Servic-
ing”. Refer to “Scheduled Servicing” in “Servicing And
Maintenance” for the proper maintenance intervals. When
towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these
guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as pos-
sible:
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have a collision.
• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage
to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, sus-
pension, chassis structure or tires.
• Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains
under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for
turning corners.
• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the
tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in
PARK. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure the
transfer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always, block or
chock the trailer wheels.
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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.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must be
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................233
▫ Maintenance Plan ...................... .234
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................237
▫ Engine Compartment — 2.4L ..............237
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................238
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................238
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................239
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .240
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .240
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .241
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................242
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............242
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .243
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................244 ▫
Exhaust System ....................... .244
▫ Cooling System ....................... .246
▫ Brake System ........................ .250
▫ Power Steering Fluid ....................252
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................252
▫ Upfitter Connectors — If Equipped ..........254
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................256
 TIRES ............................... .256
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................256
▫ Tires — General Information ..............266
▫ Tire Types ........................... .272
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................273
▫ Wheel

And Wheel Trim Care ..............276
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............277
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the water droplets from the brake components. This activ-
ity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss
Clear Coat Wheels
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty
wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or
polishing compounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY US-
ING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT
CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all that is
required to maintain this finish.
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
Due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices are
not recommended.
CAUTION!
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
used.
Tire Rotation Recommendations
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving, and
braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal
rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The
benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggres-
sive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud,
snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth,
quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear
should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
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Body Mechanism Lubrication..................243
B-Pillar Location .......................... .262
Brake Assist System .........................89
Brake Fluid .............................. .294
Brake, Parking ............................ .152
Brake System ......................... .250, 286
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..........................88
Fluid Check ........................ .251, 294
Master Cylinder ........................ .251
Parking .............................. .152
Warning Light ...........................74
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................155
Bulb Replacement ......................... .191
Bulbs, Light .......................... .145, 191
Camera, Rear ............................ .171
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .292
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .172
Oil (Engine) ........................ .237, 241
Power Steering ......................... .163
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................249
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................143, 291
Cargo Area Cover ...........................60
Cargo Compartment .........................60 Cargo Tie-Downs
...........................60
Car Washes .............................. .280
Cellular Phone ........................... .310
Certification Label ......................... .174
Chains, Tire ............................. .277
Changing A Flat Tire .....................204, 256
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .258
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ....84
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............142
Checks, Safety ............................ .142
Child Restraint ........................... .122
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .126
Child Seat Installation ..................136,
140
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........133
Infant And Child Restraints .................124
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............131
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......128
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........125
Seating Positions ........................ .127
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .289
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .276
Climate Control ............................48
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .149
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Rotation, Tires............................ .277
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................143
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................145
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................323
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .143
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .256
Safety Tips .............................. .142
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .233
Seat Belts ............................. .99, 143
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................104
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........104
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......104
Child Restraints ........................ .122
Energy Management Feature ................107
Front Seat ....................... .99, 100, 102
Inspection ............................. .143
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................102
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .100
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............104
Operating Instructions .....................102
Pregnant Women ........................ .106
Pretensioners .......................... .107
Rear Seat ............................. .100
Reminder ........................... .77, 99Seat Belt Pretensioner
.....................107
Untwisting Procedure .....................104
Seats ....................................29
Adjustment .............................29
Heated .................................31
Rear Folding .............................29
Tilting .................................29
Security Alarm .............................22
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............292
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................20
Service Assistance ......................... .320
Service Contract .......................... .322
Service Manuals .......................... .324
Shifting Automatic

Transmission ....................156
Shift Lever Override ....................... .225
Shoulder Belts ............................ .100
Signals, Turn .......................... .82, 145
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................277
Snow Tires .............................. .273
Spare Tires ........................ .273, 274, 275
Spark Plugs ............................. .292
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ......................... .292
Oil.................................. .292
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Speed ControlCancel ............................... .166
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................164
Starting ................................ .149
Automatic Transmission ....................149
Cold Weather .......................... .149
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .150
Steering ..................................37
Power ............................ .162, 163
Tilt Column .............................37
Wheel, Tilt ..............................37
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................308
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .308
Storage ...................................61
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .53, 279
Storing Your Vehicle ....................... .279
Sun Visor Extension .........................40
Sway Control, Trailer .........................93
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .241
Telescoping Steering Column ...................37
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo .......................60
Tilt Steering Column .........................37
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............262
Tire Markings ............................ .257Tires.........................
.145, 266, 273, 278
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .270
Air Pressure ........................... .266
Chains ............................... .277
Changing .......................... .204, 256
Compact Spare ......................... .274
General Information ...................266, 273
High Speed ............................ .268
Inflation Pressure ....................... .267
Jacking ........................... .204, 256
Life Of Tires ........................... .270
Load Capacity ...................... .262, 263
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .........79, 93
Quality Grading ........................ .278
Radial ............................... .268
Replacement ........................... .271
Rotation .............................. .277
Safety ............................ .256,

266
Sizes ................................ .258
Snow Tires ............................ .273
Spare Tires ......................... .273, 275
Spinning .............................. .269
Trailer Towing .......................... .181
Tread Wear Indicators .....................269
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .286
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