ECU RAM PROMASTER CITY 2022 Owners Manual

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TRIP COMPUTER .................................................... 43 Trip Button ........................................................43
Trip Functions ..................................................43
Values Displayed ..............................................44
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 44
Red Warning Lights ..........................................44
Yellow Warning Lights ......................................47
Green Indicator Lights......................................49
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................50
White Indicator Lights ......................................50
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ....... 50
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ......................................51
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ............................................................ 51
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................ 52
Automatic Transmission ..................................52
Normal Starting ................................................52
Cold Weather Operation .................................52
Extended Park Starting ....................................52
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................53
After Starting.....................................................53
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 53
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 54
PARKING BRAKE .................................................. 54 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ...............................55
Key Ignition Park Interlock...............................56
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System .............................................................56
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ..................56
POWER STEERING ................................................60
Power Steering Fluid Check ............................60
CRUISE CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .......................60
To Activate ........................................................61
To Set A Desired Speed ...................................61
To Vary The Speed Setting...............................61
To Accelerate For Passing ...............................61
To Resume Speed ............................................62
To Deactivate ...................................................62
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................................................62
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors .............62
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts .................63
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure
Indications ........................................................64
Cleaning The ParkSense Rear Park Assist
System ..............................................................64
ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage
Precautions.......................................................64
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA .................65
REFUELING THE VEHICLE .....................................66 VEHICLE LOADING ................................................. 67
Vehicle Certification Label............................... 67
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ............. 67
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .................. 67
Tire Size ............................................................ 67
Rim Size ............................................................ 67
Inflation Pressure ............................................. 67
Curb Weight ...................................................... 67
Overloading ...................................................... 68
Loading ............................................................ 68
TRAILER TOWING .................................................. 68
Common Towing Definitions............................ 68
Trailer Hitch Classification............................... 70
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ............................................... 71
Trailer And Tongue Weight .............................71
Towing Requirements ..................................... 71
Towing Tips ...................................................... 74
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ....................................... 75

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle .... 75

Recreational Towing — Automatic Transmission .. 76

DRIVING TIPS ......................................................... 76
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .......................... 76
Driving Through Water ....................................76

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MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ........................................... 78
CYBERSECURITY ................................................... 78
UCONNECT SETTINGS .......................................... 79 Uconnect 3/3 NAV Settings .............................79
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION.................................. 88
Identifying Your Radio ......................................88
Safety And General Information ......................90
UCONNECT MODES ............................................... 91
Radio Mode ......................................................91
Media Mode......................................................98
Phone Mode ................................................. 100
NAVIGATION MODE — IF EQUIPPED ..................110
Operating Navigation Mode —If Equipped ... 110
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 128
Radio Operation ............................................ 128
Media Mode................................................... 129
RAM TELEMATICS - IF EQUIPPED ...................... 129
Ram Telematics General Information .......... 129
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ..... 130
Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 130
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .............................................. 131Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).. 131
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...... 132
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.......................... 135
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 135
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 137
Occupant Restraint Systems ........................ 137
Important Safety Precautions ...................... 137Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 138Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 144Child Restraints ............................................. 152
SAFETY TIPS ....................................................... 168
Transporting Passengers .............................. 168Transporting Pets ......................................... 168
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................... 168
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 169
Exhaust Gas................................................... 170
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ........................ 170
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS......................... 171
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......................... 171
Preparations For Jacking ............................. 171
Jack Location — If Equipped ......................... 172
Removing The Spare Tire —If Equipped....... 172 Jacking Instructions ...................................... 174
Vehicles With Alloy Wheels ........................... 177
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers ........ 178
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED .................... 179
Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 179Tire Service Kit Usage ................................... 179
JUMP STARTING .................................................. 181
Preparations For Jump Starting ................... 181Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 182
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 183
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE ................. 184
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .............................. 184
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 185
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 187
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 188
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 188
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 189
Maintenance Plan ......................................... 190
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 193
Engine Compartment — 2.4L ....................... 193
Checking Oil Level ........................................ 194
Adding Washer Fluid .................................... 194
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 194
Pressure Washing ......................................... 195

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Yellow Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Úpage 47
Low Fuel Warning Light Úpage 47
Generic Warning Light Úpage 47
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Úpage 47
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 48
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL) Úpage 48
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light Úpage 49
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light Úpage 49
Green Indicator Lights
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Úpage 49
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light Úpage 49
Front Fog Indicator Light Úpage 49
Cruise Control Indicator Light Úpage 50
Blue Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Úpage 50
White Indicator Lights
Speed Warning Indicator Light
Úpage 50
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE11
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin
battery dimensions may not meet the original
OEM coin battery dimensions.
Perchlorate Material – special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-
ouswaste/perchlorate.

1. Push the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the
battery case screw located on the side of the
key fob.

2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the key fob using a small screwdriver.

Key Fob Screw Location
3. Take out the battery case. Remove and
replace the battery observing its polarity.
4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and turn the screw to lock it into place.
Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to
another vehicle.
Only key fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is
programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
Duplication of keys may be performed at an
authorized dealer. The VIN is required for
authorized dealer replacement of keys.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to
match the vehicle locks.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell
battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a
chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns
in just two hours and can lead to death.
If you think a battery may have been swal-
lowed or placed inside any part of the body,
seek immediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from chil -
dren. If the battery compartment does not
close securely, stop using the product and
keep it away from children.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
Always remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position.
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12GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the
engine. The system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of
whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an
embedded electronic chip (transponder) to
prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore,
only keys that are programmed to the vehicle can
be used to start and operate the vehicle.
If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is
placed in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, it
indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
NOTE:A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle
Úpage 245.
IGNITION SWITCH

1. Place the gear selector in PARK.

2. Rotate the key to the STOP (OFF/LOCK)
position.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.

Ignition Switch Positions

CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not
compatible with some aftermarket Remote
Starting systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
1 — AVV (START)
2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
3 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)
WARNING!

Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the trans -
mission into PARK, apply the parking brake, and
remove the key fob from the vehicle. When
leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. In
case you switch off the vehicle and the transmis -
sion is not in PARK, a warning message will
appear on the cluster which indicates you to shift
the transmission into PARK and then you can
remove the key within 15 seconds. If 15 seconds
expire, you have to rotate the key from the STOP
(OFF/LOCK) position to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
position and come back to the STOP (OFF/LOCK)
position in order to remove the key.

Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing chil -
dren 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.

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.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup
may cause serious injury or death.

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Closing/Locking With A Key Fob
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to
lock all doors, including the cargo area (side lateral
sliding doors and rear doors). The turn signal lights
will flash to acknowledge the lock signal.
Horn activation settings after a key fob lock
command can be adjusted manually through the
Uconnect system Ú page 79.
Locking With The Mechanical Key In Passenger
Vehicle
Push the mechanical key release button to expose
the mechanical key, insert the key into the driver
door exterior lock cylinder and turn the key
clockwise to lock all doors.
Locking With The Mechanical Key In Cargo Vehicle
Push the mechanical key release button to expose
the mechanical key, insert the key into the driver
door exterior lock cylinder and turn the key
clockwise to lock the front doors. Insert the key into
the rear door exterior lock cylinder and turn the key
clockwise to lock the rear doors.
Closing And Locking From Outside
Grab the side door handle and push towards the
front of the vehicle. Once the side door is secured
in the full closed position, use one of the prior
locking methods to lock the sliding side doors.
Opening And Closing From The Inside
Opening:
Pull the interior door handle to unlock the door,
then pull the handle and slide the door towards the
rear of the vehicle until it can go no farther.
Closing:
Pull the interior door handle to release the door
and then push it towards the front of the vehicle.
Key Emergency Lock (KEL) Device
The sliding side doors are provided with a device
for locking all the doors using an emergency lock in
case of a power fault. The device is located on the
rear of the sliding door.
The device can be engaged with the sliding side
doors open in one of the following positions:
KEL Device not engaged (doors unlocked)
KEL Device engaged (insert the ignition key
blade into the lock and rotate clockwise), doors
locked
Key Emergency Lock Device

The device is released and the doors can be
opened as follows:
If the power is restored:
By remote control.
Opening a front door by inserting the key into
the key cylinder.
If the power is not restored:
Opening the driver side door by mechanical key
and the other doors (passenger's side and
sliding side door) by pulling the inner handle.
If the child lock was engaged and the previously
described locking procedure was carried out,
operating the internal handle will not open the door
but will only realign the door lock knob. To open the
door, the outside handle must be pulled. The door
lock/unlock button is not disabled by the
engagement of the emergency lock.

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Center Head Restraint

Front Removal
To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it
can go then push the release button and the
adjustment button at the base of each post while
pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the head
restraint, put the head restraint posts into the
holes and push downward. Then adjust the head
restraint to the appropriate height.
Rear Removal — If Equipped
To remove the rear head restraints, push the
release button and adjustment button while
pulling upward on the whole assembly. To reinstall
the headrest, put the head restraint posts into the
holes while pushing the release button and
adjustment button. Then adjust it to the
appropriate height.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious injury
or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always
securely stow removed head restraints in a
location outside the occupant compartment.
WARNING!

A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.

ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions above
prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a
seat.
WARNING!

A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.

ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions above
prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a
seat.

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HOOD
OPENING
To open the hood, two latches must be released.

1. Pull the release lever located below the
instrument panel and in front of the driver's
door.

Hood Release Lever

2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood
and push up the safety latch lever to release it,
before raising the hood.
Hood Safety Latch Lever Location

3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slot to secure the hood in the open
position.
Hood Prop Rod

CLOSING
CAUTION!
Be sure to disengage the rod and secure it in
closed 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,
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(Continued)
CARGO AREA FEATURES
REAR CARGO TIE-DOWNS
To make it easier to secure your load, there are
hooks fixed to the floor (if equipped).
Rear Cargo Tie-Downs (Cargo Version)
Rear Cargo Tie-Downs (Passenger Version)

NOTE:Power washing is not allowed inside the cargo
area.
ROOF RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
The load must not exceed 150 lb (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.
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.
WARNING!

To help protect against personal injury, passen -
gers 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’s 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!
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(Continued)
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® crossbars.
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 it 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 cross
-
bars 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 the crossbar (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.
To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle,
do not exceed the maximum roof rack load
capacity of 150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute
heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure
the load appropriately.
Loads should always be secured to crossbars
first, with tie down loops used as additional
securing points if needed. Tie loops are
intended as supplementary tie down points
only. Do not use ratcheting mechanisms with
the tie loops. Check the straps and thumb
wheels frequently to be sure that the load
remains securely attached.
Long loads that extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads
with large frontal area should be secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners
carefully when carrying large or heavy loads
on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural
causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden
upward lift to a load. This is especially true on
large flat loads and may result in damage to
the cargo or your vehicle.
CAUTION!

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