RAM Trucks 1500, Owner'S Manual

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 300 ft (91 m).
NOTE:
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The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
•
The Remote Start system will wait for the “Wait To
Start” telltale to extinguish before cranking the engine.
This allows time for the intake heater to pre-heat the
incoming air, and is normal operation in cold weather.
Refer to “Wait To Start” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel”.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•
Transmission in PARK
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Doors closed
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Hood closed
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HAZARD switch off
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BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
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Ignition key removed from ignition switch
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Battery at an acceptable charge level
•
RKE PANIC button not pushed
•
Fuel meets minimum requirement
•
Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
138 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE