2012 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab alarm

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:
1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected
life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.
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:
•The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
•Obstructions between the vehicle and the RKE trans-
mitter may reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•Shift lever in PARK
•Doors closed
•Hood closed
•HAZARD switch off
•BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
•Ignition key removed from ignition switch
•Battery at an acceptable charge level
•RKE PANIC button not pressed
•Fuel meets minimum requirement
•System not disabled from previous remote start event
•Vehicle theft alarm not active
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•If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
•For security, power window and power sunroof op-
eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.
•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or
allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.NOTE:To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System
(if equipped). Insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
•The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position
in order to drive the vehicle.
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Advanced Front Air Bag Features
The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage
driver and front passenger (if equipped) air bags. This
system provides output appropriate to the severity and
type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC).
The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an
impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output
is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is
used for more severe collisions.
WARNING!
•No objects should be placed over or near the air
bag on the instrument panel, because any such
objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a
collision severe enough to cause the air bag to
inflate.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not put anything on or around the air bag
covers or attempt to open them manually. You may
damage the air bags and you could be injured
because the air bags may no longer be functional.
The protective covers for the air bag cushions are
designed to open only when the air bags are
inflating.
•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.
•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios,
etc.
Knee Impact Bolsters
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and the front passenger, and position front occu-
pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front
Air Bags.
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9. SVC (Service) 4WD
The SVC 4WD light monitors the electric shift
four-wheel drive system. If the SVC 4WD light
stays on or comes on during driving, it means
that the four-wheel drive system is not func-
tioning properly and that service is required.
For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi-
cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information.
10. TOW/HAUL
The TOW HAUL button is located on the
center stack switch bank. This light will illumi-
nate when TOW HAUL mode is selected11. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi-
mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security
alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly
until the vehicle is disarmed.
12. Oil Pressure Gauge — If Equipped
The pointer should always indicate some oil pressure
when the engine is running. A continuous high or low
reading under normal driving conditions may indicate a
lubrication system malfunction. Immediate service
should be obtained from an authorized dealer.
13. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the
trip odometer display. Holding the button in resets the
trip odometer reading when in trip mode.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 423
Adding Fuel........................... 346
Adjustable Pedals....................... 158
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 413
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 415
Air Conditioning........................ 263
Air Conditioning Controls................. 263
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............415,416
Air Conditioning System.............263,267,415
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 274
Air Pressure, Tires....................325,336
Airbag................................ 54
Airbag Deployment....................... 61
Airbag Light................... 59,60,63,80,201
Airbag Maintenance....................... 62
Airbag, Side............................ 58
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 58
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
AlarmLight ........................... 193Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................245,257
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............202,314
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 422
Capacities.......................... 453
Disposal........................... 425
Appearance Care........................ 435
Ashtray............................... 169
Assistance Towing....................... 108
Auto Down Power Windows................ 36
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 87
Automatic Door Locks..................... 31
Automatic Headlights.................... 148
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 267
486 INDEX

Information Center, Vehicle................. 204
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 87
Instrument Cluster....................188,190
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 187
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 439
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 440
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls............. 358
Interior Appearance Care.................. 438
Interior Lights.......................... 151
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 155
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter Outlet (115V)..................... 170
Jack Location........................... 380
Jump Starting.......................... 392
Key-In Reminder......................... 16
Key, Programming........................ 18
Key, Replacement........................ 17Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 16
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 153
Lane Change Assist...................... 154
LapBelts .............................. 49
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 40
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)....... 69
Latches................................ 82
Leaks, Fluid............................ 82
LifeofTires ............................ 334
LightBulbs ............................. 82
Lights.............................. 82,147
Airbag.................... 59,60,63,80,201
Alarm ............................ 193
Anti-Lock.......................... 202
Anti-Lock Warning................... 314
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INDEX 493

Automatic Headlights................. 148
Brake Warning...................... 198
Bulb Replacement.................446,447
Cap Top Clearance................... 451
Cargo ............................. 152
Center Mounted Stop.................. 449
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator)...... 200
Courtesy/Reading.................... 164
Daytime Running.................... 153
Exterior............................ 82
Fog .........................150,202,449
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............. 297
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 380
Headlights......................... 148
High Beam......................154,197
High Beam Indicator.................. 197
High Beam/Low Beam Select............ 154
Illuminated Entry..................... 20
Instrument Cluster................... 190Interior.........................151,164
Lights On Reminder.................. 152
Low Fuel.......................... 197
Oil Pressure........................ 200
Passing............................ 154
Seat Belt Reminder................... 203
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............ 193
Service.........................446,447
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............ 193
Transfer Case....................... 297
Turn Signal.................... 82,153,447
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 190
Limited-Slip Differential................304,431
Loading Vehicle......................... 347
Tires .............................. 320
Locks................................. 29
Automatic Door...................... 31
Child Protection...................... 34
Door.............................. 29
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Oil, Engine.........................410,454
Capacity........................... 453
Change Interval...................... 411
Dipstick........................... 410
Disposal........................... 412
Filter ..........................412,454
Filter Disposal....................... 412
Identification Logo................... 411
Materials Added to................... 412
Pressure Gauge...................... 193
Recommendation..................... 411
Synthetic.......................... 412
Viscosity........................... 412
Onboard Diagnostic System..............406,407
Operating Precautions.................... 406
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 88
Overdrive............................. 292
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 292Overhead Console....................... 163
Overheating, Engine...................... 191
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 4,481
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 310
Passing Light........................... 154
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 158
Personal Settings........................ 218
Pets.................................. 78
Pets, Transporting........................ 78
Phone, Cellular.......................... 93
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™).............. 93
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 320
Power
Door Locks......................... 30
Mirrors ............................ 90
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).....165,170
Seats............................. 129
496 INDEX