RAM 1500 2018 Quick Reference Manual

RAM 1500 2018 Quick Reference Manual

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2018 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
RAM TRUCKS
RAM TRUCKS
1500/2500/3500

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  • Page 1 2018 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE RAM TRUCKS RAM TRUCKS 1500/2500/3500...
  • Page 2: Diesel Engines

    R A M 1 5 0 0 / 2 5 0 0 / 3 5 0 0 DIESEL ENGINES on the ground, please visit an authorized previous model years. Clicking, ticking, or light knocking is normal and will change from day to dealer.
  • Page 3: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    R A M 2 5 0 0 / 3 5 0 0 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Drivability can also be affected by the follow- Fuel Economy ing: Diesel engines offer superb fuel economy under Your truck is equipped with a Selective Cata- •...
  • Page 4 trucks, it is located behind the cab on the DEF tank is nearly empty, the message “5 MPH (8 km/h). Under some conditions, such as in driver’s side of the truck. On Pickup trucks, the Max Speed on Restart, Long Idle or Refuel - the case of recurring faults, the countdown may blue filler cap is located inside the fuel filler Refill DEF”...
  • Page 5 • The sealed bottles and vented fill adapters the tank is completely full. To put it another (-11°C), your vehicle is equipped with an available from your RAM dealer are designed way, there’s additional storage capacity in the automatic DEF heating system. This allows to ensure proper filling.
  • Page 6 you may safely add a maximum of 2 gallons Exhaust Brake is intended to maintain ve- (7.5 liters) of DEF from portable containers hicle speed while Full Exhaust Brake is in- when your DEF gauge is reading ½ full. On tended to reduce vehicle speed.
  • Page 7: Auxiliary Switches

    If the air suspension system is disabled using For further information on using the auxiliary the settings menu (Tire Jack Mode, Transport switches, please refer to the Ram Body Builders • Most 3500 models will not lower to Alter- Mode or Alignment Mode), the system will Guide by accessing www.rambodybuilder.com...
  • Page 8 The percentage of opening must be in- creased with the increasing ambient air tem- (Keyed Ignition) • Your RAM is equipped with state-of-the-art perature and/or engine load. If the cooling ceramic glow plugs to ensure quick starts. • Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position fan can be heard cycling frequently, increase and wait for the “Wait to Start”...
  • Page 9: Diesel Particulate Filter (Dpf) Messages

    For further information, and applicable warn- warm up the DEF fluid and allow the ings and cautions, please refer to the Diesel • Your RAM is equipped with an SCR system to gauge to update after a period of run reduce Nitrous Oxides (NOx) exhaust Supplement at www.mopar.com/en-us/care/...
  • Page 10 This message indicates that the Diesel Par- diesel engine and exhaust after-treatment VISIT THE RAM BRAND SITE FOR ticulate Filter (DPF) self-cleaning is com- system may never reach the conditions re- FURTHER INFORMATION pleted.
  • Page 11 Apps button, then push the Vehicle User Guide New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Have your icon on your touchscreen. No Uconnect regis- RAM towed to an authorized dealer for tration is required. service. CAUTION! Never allow DEF to be added to the diesel fuel tank.
  • Page 12 L I G H T S P A R K V I E W Automatic High Beam — Parkview Rear Back-Up Camera NOTE: Vehicle User Guide features are not available If Equipped You can see an on-screen image of the rear of while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 13: Cargo Light With Bed Lights - If Equipped

    C A R G O F E A T U R E S Cargo Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped • The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) are turned on by pushing on the cargo lights button located under the headlight switch. •...
  • Page 14: Cargo Camera - If Equipped

    Cargo Camera — If Equipped Bed Extender — If Equipped NOTE: If snow, ice, mud or any foreign substance • Your vehicle may be equipped with a Cargo The bed extender has three functional posi- builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, Camera that allows you to see an image of tions: rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth.
  • Page 15 K E Y L E S S E N T E R - N - G O — P A S S I V E E N T R Y Introduction To Keyless To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors: Enter-N-Go With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door The Keyless Enter-N-Go —...
  • Page 16 F R O N T U S B P O R T / A U D I O J A C K ( A U X ) P O R T USB Port The vehicle doors can also be locked by using With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go key fob located the key fob lock button or the lock button outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of...
  • Page 17 S I R I U S X M G U A R D I A N — I F E Q U I P P E D AUX/Audio Jack Activation This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. The The AUX/audio jack provides a means to con- To use SiriusXM Guardian emergency, remote USB port supports certain iPod and iPhone...
  • Page 18 • Press the “Location” button on the bottom • SOS Call: Connect to a live agent who con- menu bar of the app to bring up a map to tact emergency services and stays on the locate your vehicle or send a location to your line with you until help arrives.
  • Page 19 Vehicle Finder And Send & Go Security Services Send & Go The Uconnect Mobile App helps you activate Send & Go allows you to search for a destination Two of the most convenient remote features of features from a distance. The remote services on your mobile device and then send the route the Uconnect Mobile App are Vehicle Finder are:...
  • Page 20: Key Features

    The RAM TOOLBOX Application is the essential you go using categories, bookmarks, search To get this FREE application, go directly to the app for owners of Ram brand vehicles. The app and an A-Z index. App Store or Google Play Store and enter the puts driver and lifestyle information right in the search keyword “RAM TOOLBOX”.
  • Page 24 RAM vehicle. Simply download the app, select your make and model and enjoy the ride. To get this app, go directly to the App Store or Google Play and enter the search keyword “ram toolbox”...

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