RAM 2500 2023, Owner'S Manual

Page: 26 / 468

24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)
This system uses the key fob to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range
of approximately 300 ft (91 m).
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.

The Remote Start system will wait for the Wait To Start
Indicator Light to extinguish before cranking the
engine. This allows time for the engine preheat cycle to
heat the cylinder air, and is normal in cold weather.
For further information on the Wait To Start Indicator
Light and the preheat cycle, see
Ú
page 122.
H
OW
T
O
U
SE
R
EMOTE
S
TART
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, and place the
ignition in the ON/RUN position.
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 pressed)

Battery at an acceptable charge level

Panic button not pushed
 Fuel meets minimum requirement

Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated

Wait To Start Indicator Light is not illuminated

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illuminated
For additional functions of the Remote Start system, see
Ú
page 22.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the vehicle doors,
hood, tailgate, and the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition for
unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security system
is armed, interior switches for door locks and tailgate
release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
Vehicle Security system will provide the following audible
and visible signals:
 The horn will pulse

The turn signals will flash

The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will
flash
T
O
A
RM
T
HE
S
YSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security system:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the
OFF position.

For vehicles equipped with Keyless Entry, make
sure the vehicle’s keyless ignition system is OFF.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the
vehicle:

Push the lock button on the interior power door
lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door
open.

Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry
door handle with a valid key fob available in the
same exterior zone
Ú
page 26.
 Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
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. Operation of the
Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
23_DJD2_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 24