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2019 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

RAM 1500

Summary of Contents for 1500 2019

Page 1: ...2019 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE RAM 1500 ...

Page 2: ...ce Maintenance schedules and in formation Multilingual Comprehensive icon symbol glossary NOTE Uconnect screen images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect exact soft ware for your vehicle DIESEL ENGINE Odor Diesel equipped vehicles are equipped with a DPF diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system This filter is a self cleaning catalyst referred to as regeneration Regenerati...

Page 3: ...y time the check engine light is on please visit an authorized dealer Fluid Leaks Diesel engines and new vehicles use assembly anti corrosive lube to assure the correct assem bly torque on fasteners and prevent corrosion You may notice areas that may appear damp as a fluid leak but is typically residual assembly lube this is normal Dealers make every effort to remove residual fluids during vehicle...

Page 4: ...ertain conditions Fuel economy should im prove after the vehicle is broke in Many factors will affect or reduce fuel economy After treatment Regeneration Cold Temperatures Wind Extended Idling Towing Short Trips Fuel Quality City Driving Aftermarket Grills Oversized Tires Gear Ratios If at any time your check engine light is on please visit an authorized dealer DIESEL ENGINE STARTING Your RAM is e...

Page 5: ...rankcase If a winter front or cold weather cover is to be used a per centage of the total grille opening area must be left uncovered to provide sufficient air flow to the charge air cooler and automatic transmission oil cooler The percentage of opening must be increased with the increas ing ambient air temperature and or engine load If the cooling fan can be heard cycling frequently increase the s...

Page 6: ...t the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for several drives Should you run your vehicle out of DEF a minimum of 2 gallons 7 6 liters of DEF is required for the engine to restart Never top off the DEF tank after a normal DEF fill If DEF is spilled it should be cleaned with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion or damage to components and fin ished surfaces Your RAM is also equipped with a ...

Page 7: ...ch the con ditions required to remove the trapped PM If this occurs the Exhaust Filter XX Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy message will be displayed in the Instrument Cluster Display If this message is displayed you will hear one chime to assist in alerting you of this condition By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for as little as 45 minutes you can remedy the condition i...

Page 8: ...r vehicle serviced by your local authorized dealer Adding Diesel Fuel And Diesel Ex haust Fluid DEF Ensure appropriate fluid is added to the applicable fill port on the vehicle The smaller blue capped fill port is for DEF The cap less green fill port is for diesel fuel only If DEF or gasoline is accidentally added to the diesel fuel tank DO NOT START the engine This will result in severe damage to...

Page 9: ...a detects vehicle spe cific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view This feature is program mable through the Uconnect system NOTE For further information and applicable warn ings and cautions please refer to the Owner s Manual at www mopar com en us care owners manual html U S Residents or www owners mopar ca Canadian Residents Pa...

Page 10: ...using the switch located just inside the pickup box A telltale will illuminate in the instrument cluster display when this lights are on Push ing the switch a second time will turn the lights off NOTE The cargo light and bed lights if equipped will also turn on for approximately 60 seconds when a key fob unlock button is pushed as part of the Illuminated Entry feature Bed Light Switch Without RamB...

Page 11: ...s key fob This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the push of a button NOTE The key fob may not be found if it is located next to a mobile phone lap top or other elec tronic device these devices may block the key fob s wireless signal To Lock The Vehicle s Doors With ...

Page 12: ...ll not operate if the key fob battery is dead The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the key fob lock button or the lock button located on the vehicles interior door panel To Unlock From The Driver Or Pas senger Side With a valid Keyless Enter N Go key fob located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver or passenger side door handle grab either front door handle to unlock th...

Page 13: ...rt the USB port features Please visit Apple s website for iPod software updates Connect your iPod or compatible device using a USB cable con nected to the USB port USB memory sticks with audio files can also be used Then audio from the device can be played on the vehicle s sound system while providing the artist track title and album information on the radio dis play if available on device When co...

Page 14: ...o optimize audio quality Activation To use SiriusXM Guardian emergency remote and security services you must activate your SiriusXM Guardian account 1 Press the Apps icon on the bottom of your in vehicle touchscreen 2 Select the Activate Services icon from your list of apps 3 Select Customer Care to speak with a SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care agent who will activate services in your vehicle or se...

Page 15: ...le Features SiriusXM Guardian enhances your ownership and driving experience by connecting your ve hicle to an operable network When connected to an operable network you have access to SOS Call Connect to a live agent who con tact emergency services and stays on the line with you until help arrives Customer Care Assistance Speak with a live agent when you press the ASSIST button on your rearview m...

Page 16: ...ind your vehicle 1 Press the Location tab on the Uconnect Mobile App bottom bar 2 Select the Vehicle icon to determine the location of your vehicle 3 Select the Find Route button that ap pears once your vehicle is located 4 Select your preferred Navigation App to route a path to your vehicle Send Go Send Go allows you to search for a destination on your mobile device and then send the route to you...

Page 17: ...USB ports in your vehicle If the Android Auto app was not downloaded the first time you plug your device in the app will begin to download 3 Once the device is connected and recog nized the Phone icon on the personalized menu bar will automatically change to the Android Auto Icon Apple CarPlay Integration Apple CarPlay is the smarter safer way to use your iPhone to get directions with Apple Maps l...

Page 18: ... vehicles sold in the U S market and are not available from the Canadian App Store or Google Play Store Key Features Owner Information For Your Vehicle Accident Assistant Online Service Scheduling Roadside Assistance Maintenance History And More To get this FREE application go directly to the App Store or Google Play Store and enter the search keyword RAM TOOLBOX The RAM TOOLBOX Application is the...

Page 19: ...y ve hicle controls and emergency procedures Find a dealer or an FCA certified repair facility Easily document and email an accident report A parking reminder that allows you to drop a pin on your location and navigate back to your vehicle Contact customer care with one click Access to vehicle heritage parts accesso ries and social media networks Schedule your next service appointment Available in...

Page 20: ... INFORMATION ONLINE you can review and print or download a copy of the Owner s Manual Navigation Uconnect manuals and the limited warranties provided by FCA US LLC for your vehicle by visiting WWW MOPAR COM U S or WWW OWNERS MOPAR CA Canada Click on the applicable link in the Popular Topics area of the WWW MOPAR COM U S or WWW OWNERS MOPAR CA Canada homepage and follow the instructions to select t...

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