warning Ram ProMaster City 2020 Owner's Guide

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Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by
moving the small control under the mirror to the night posi-
tion (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be
adjusted while the small control under the mirror is set in the
day position (toward the windshield).
Adjusting Rearview MirrorOutside 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.
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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High Beams
With the low beams activated, pull the multifunction lever
towards the steering wheel to turn on the high beams. A high
beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the
high beams are on. Pull the multifunction lever a second time
to switch the headlights back to low beam.
NOTE:
If the vehicle’s ignition is turned off, both high and low beam
headlights will also turn off.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steering
wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on
until the lever is released.
Parking Lights
These lights can only be turned on with ignition key in the
STOP (OFF/LOCK) position or removed, by moving the end
of the multifunction lever to O (Off) position and then to the
headlight position.
The warning light telltale in the instrument panel comes on.
The lights stay on until the next ignition cycle is performed.
Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have
the headlights remain on for a preset period of time after the
engine is turned off.
Activation
Remove the key or turn the ignition to the STOP (OFF/
LOCK) position, and pull the multifunction lever toward the
steering wheel within two minutes. Each time the lever is
pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by 30
seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to a
maximum of 210 seconds.
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WINDOWS
Power Windows — If Equipped
Power Window Switch Panel
The control on the left front door panel has up-down
switches that give you fingertip control of all power
windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the
front passenger door for passenger window control. If the vehicle is equipped with rear power windows, a single
opening and closing switch on the rear passenger doors for
passenger window control is provided.
NOTE:
The key off power delay feature will allow the power
windows to operate for up to three minutes after the ignition
is turned off. This feature is canceled when either front door
is opened.
The window opening mechanism is fitted with sensors that
can detect the presence of an obstacle while the window is
closing. When this happens, the system activates and the
movement of the glass is immediately reversed.
If the presence of an object is detected and the system is acti
-
vated, it may be necessary to perform the reset procedure by
fully opening the windows.
1 — Rear Window Control Buttons (If Equipped)
2 — Driver Passenger Window Control Buttons
3 — Rear Window Lock ButtonWARNING!
• 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 gear selector.
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Auto-Down Feature
The window switches are equipped with an Auto-Down
feature. Push the window switch for half a second, release,
and the window will go down automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way down during the
auto-down operation, pull up or push down on the switch
briefly.
To open the window part way, lift the window switch to the
detent for less than half a second and release it to stop the
window.
NOTE:
The power window switches remain active for up to three
minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off.
Opening either of the vehicle’s front doors will cancel this
feature.Auto-Up Feature
The window switches are equipped with an Auto-Up
feature. Lift the window switch to the detent for half a
second, release, and the window will go up automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way up during the
auto-up operation, pull up/push down on the switch briefly.
To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the
detent for less than half a second and release it when you
want the window to stop.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a
location accessible to children. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!
There is no auto-reverse protection when the window is
almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the
window before closing.
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Window Bar Grates — If Equipped
This vehicle may be equipped with metal grates over the side
door windows. This feature is a part of the vehicle’s safety
system, and is designed to protect you and your passengers
in the event of an accident.Window Bar Grates
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pres -
sure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your
vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down
in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs
open the front windows together to minimize the buffeting.
WARNING!
The metal grates over the sliding door windows are
designed to protect you in the event of an accident.
Modification or removal of the grates could lead to
serious injury or death.
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3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slotto secure the hood in the open position.
Hood Prop RodClosing
CAUTION!
Be sure to disengage the rod and secure it in close
position before closing the hood. Damage may occur.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood
is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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WARNING!
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only,
not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat
belts.
• Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a hook
could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors
provided for child seat tethers.
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal
injury, follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle:
• Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or left
door center pillar.
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle.Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or
behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to
sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or accident.
WARNING! (Continued)
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ROOF RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight
on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not
exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed
over the luggage rack crossbars.
NOTE:
If not equipped with crossbars, an authorized dealer can
order and install Mopar crossbars built specifically for this
roof rack system.
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 intermittently and
with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accesso -
ries still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a suffi -
cient length of time to allow the generator to recharge
the vehicle's battery. CAUTION!
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Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside
the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the
maximum vehicle load capacity.
To move the crossbars, loosen the attachments, located at the
upper edge of each crossbar, approximately eight turns
using the anti-theft wrench provided with the Mopar cross-
bars. Then, move the crossbar to the desired position,
keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the
crossbar is in the desired position, re-tighten the with the
wrench to lock the crossbar into position.
NOTE:
• To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not in use, place the front and rear crossbars approximately
24 inches (61 cm) apart. Optimal noise reduction can then
be achieved by adjusting the front crossbar forward or aft
using increments of 1 inch (2.5 cm). • If (or any metallic object) is placed over the satellite radio
antenna (if equipped), you may experience interruption of
satellite radio reception. For improved satellite radio
reception, avoid placing the rear crossbar over the satellite
radio antenna.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle,
particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury
or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when
carrying cargo on your roof rack.
CAUTION!
• To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the crossbars
deployed. The load should be secured and placed on
top of the crossbars, not directly on the roof. If it is
necessary to place the load on the roof, place a blanket
or other protective layer between the load and the roof
surface.
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Instrument Cluster Descriptions
1. Speedometer• Indicates vehicle speed.
2. Fuel Gauge
• The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tankwhen the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
• The fuel pump arrow symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located.
3. Temperature Gauge

• The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.

• The pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather or up mountain grades. It
should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the
normal operating range.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You
may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood
yourself, refer to “Cooling System Pressure Cap” in
“Servicing And Maintenance” and follow the warnings
under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H,” turn
the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer
for service.
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