RAM 2500 2021, Owner'S Manual

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22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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
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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.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button,
insert the key into the ignition, and turn to the
ON/RUN position.
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 start and then shut down
in 10 seconds.

The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.

For security, power window and power
sunroof operation (if equipped) are disabled
when the vehicle is in the Remote Start
mode.

The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN
position before the Remote Start sequence
can be repeated for a third cycle.

If your power door locks were unlocked,
Remote Start will automatically lock the
doors.
All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will remote start:

Gear selector in PARK

Doors closed

Hood closed

Hazard switch off

Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pushed)

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 is not illuminated
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. Opera -
tion of the Remote Start system, windows,
door locks or other controls could cause
serious injury or death.
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