2013 Ram 1500 ECU

• After 15 minutes if you have not entered your vehicle with the key, the enginewill shut off automatically.
• This remote function requires your vehicle to be equipped with a factory- installed Remote Start system. To use this feature after the Uconnect
®Access
App is downloaded, login with your user name and Uconnect®Security PIN.
• You can set-up notifications for your account to receive an E-mail or text (SMS) message every time a command is sent. Log in to Mopar Owner Connect
(www.MoparOwnerConnect.com) and click on Edit Profile to manage Uconnect
Notifications.
2. Remote Door Lock/Unlock – This feature provides the ability to lock or unlock the
door on your vehicle, without the keys and from virtually any distance. You can
send a request to your vehicle in one of three ways:
• Using the Uconnect
®Access App from a compatible smartphone
• From the Mopar Owner Connect website
• By contacting the Uconnect
®Care on the phone
• To use this feature after the Uconnect
®Access App is downloaded, login using
your user name and Uconnect Security PIN. Touch the App button on your
smartphone with the closed lock icon to lock the door, and touch the open lock
icon to unlock the driver’s door.
• You can set-up notifications for your account to receive an E-mail or text (SMS) message every time a command is sent. Log in to Mopar Owner Connect
(www.MoparOwnerConnect.com) and click on Edit Profile to manage Uconnect
Notifications.
3. Remote Horn and Lights – It’s easy to locate a vehicle in a dark, crowded or noisy
parking area by activating the horn and lights. It may also help if you need to draw
attention to your vehicle for any reason. You can send a request to your vehicle in
one of three ways:
• Using the Uconnect
®Access App from a compatible smartphone
• From the Mopar Owner Connect website
• By contacting the Uconnect
®Care on the phone
• To use this feature after the Uconnect
®Access App is downloaded, login using
your user name and Uconnect®Security PIN. You can set-up notifications for
your account to receive an E-mail or text (SMS) message every time a command
is sent. Log in to Mopar Owner Connect (www.MoparOwnerConnect.com) and
click on Edit Profile to manage Uconnect Notifications.
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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®)
• HomeLink®replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such
as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The
HomeLink
®unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
• The HomeLink
®buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor
designate the three different HomeLink®channels.
• The HomeLink
®indicator is located above the center button.
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
• Ensure that your vehicle is parked out- side of the garage before you begin
programming.
•
For efficient programming and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency
signal, it is recommended that a new
battery be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device that is being
programmed to the HomeLink
®system.
• Erase all channels before you begin programming. To erase the channels,
place the ignition switch into the ON/
RUN position, then press and hold the
two outside HomeLink
®buttons (I and III) for up to 20 seconds or until the red
indicator flashes.
NOTE:
Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink
®for
the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
• If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355– 3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Programming A Rolling Code
NOTE:
For programming Garage Door Openers that were manufactured after 1995. These
Garage Door Openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located
where the hanging antenna is attached to the Garage Door Opener. It is NOT the
button that is normally used to open and close the door. The name and color of the
button may vary by manufacturer.
1. Place the ignition switch into the ON/RUN position.
2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink
®
button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink®indicator light in view.
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Using HomeLink®
• To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink
®button. Activation will
now occur for the programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator,
security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held
transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
WARNING!
• Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate.
• Do not run your vehicle in a closed garage or confined area while programming
the transceiver. Exhaust gas from your vehicle contains Carbon Monoxide (CO)
which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous when inhaled
and can cause you and others to be severely injured or killed.
POWER INVERTER
• A 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverteroutlet is located on the lower instru-
ment panel next to the climate control
knob. This outlet can power cellular
phones, electronics and other low
power devices requiring power up to
150 Watts.
• To turn on the power outlet, simply plug in the device. The outlet auto-
matically turns off when the device is
unplugged.
NOTE:
The power inverter is designed with
built-in overload protection. If the power
rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the
power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been
removed from the outlet, the inverter should automatically reset.
WARNING!
To Avoid Serious Injury or Death DO NOT:
• insert any objects into the receptacles
• touch with wet hands
Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
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TONNEAU COVER
• The Tonneau Cover can be removed and reinstalled by using the locking clampslocated underneath the Tonneau Cover.
NOTE:
Be sure that the Tonneau Cover is secured before driving.
EASY-OFF TAILGATE
•To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a rear camera or RKE the electrical connector must
be disconnected prior to removing the tailgate.
Removing the Tailgate
• Disconnect the wiring harness for the rear camera or RKE (if equipped).
• Unlatch the tailgate and remove the support cables by releasing the lock tang from the pivot.
• Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side pivot clears the hanger bracket.
• Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free the left side pivot.
• Remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box.
Locking Tailgate
• The lock is located next to the tailgate handle. The tailgate can be locked using the vehicle key.
WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles
equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging
camper compartment and be free of leaks.
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•Storage bins feature two removable drain plugs (to allow water to drain from bins).
To remove plug, pull up on the edge. To install, push plug downward into drain hole.
• The RamBox®storage bins can be locked and unlocked using the vehicle key or
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
NOTE:
Provisions are provided in the bins for cargo dividers and shelf supports. These
accessories (in addition to other RamBox
®accessories) are available from MOPAR®.
RamBox® Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever
• As a security measure, a Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release is built into the storage bin cover latching mechanism.
NOTE:
In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover
can be opened from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark lever
attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism.
Bed Extender
• The bed extender has three functional positions: • Storage Position
• Divider Position
• Extender Position
Storage Position
• The storage position for the bed extender is at the front of the truck bed.
• To install the bed extender into the storage position, perform the following:• Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate thecenter handle vertically to release the extender side gates.
• With the side gates open, position the extender fully forward in the bed against the front panel.
• Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie-down loops.
• Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position.
• Lock the center handle using the vehicle key to secure the panel into place and assist against theft.
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Divider Position
• There are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for variouspositions to assist in managing your cargo.
• To install the bed extender into a divider position perform the following: • Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate thecenter handle vertically to release the extender side gates.
• With the side gates open, position the extender so the outboard ends align with the intended slots in the sides of the bed.
• Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends are secured into the intended slots of the bed.
• Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position.
• Lock the center handle to secure the panel into place and assist against theft.
Extender Position
• The bed extender will add an additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of the truck when additional cargo room is needed.
• To install the bed extender into the extender position, perform the following: • Lower the tailgate.
• Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the center handle verticallyin order to release the extender side gates.
• Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle.
• Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure into place.
Bed Rail Tie-Down System
• There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo.
• Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents, along either rail, in order to keep cargo properly secure.
• To move the cleat to any position on the rail, turn the nut counterclockwise, approximately three turns. Then, pull out on the cleat and slide it to the detent
nearest the desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the detent and
tighten the nut.
• To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end cap by pushing up on the locking tab, located on the bottom of the end cap. Slide the cleat off the end of the
rail.
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CAUTION!
• Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle:• Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured.
• Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) per bin.
• Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehiclebattery to discharge. If the lid is required to stay open for extended periods
of time, it is recommended that the bin lights be turned off manually using
the on/off switch.
• Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before moving or driving
vehicle.
• Loads applied to the top of the bin lid should be minimized to prevent
damage to the lid and latching/hinging mechanisms.
• Damage to the RamBox
®bin may occur due to heavy/sharp objects placed
in bin that shift due to vehicle motion. In order to minimize potential for
damage, secure all cargo to prevent movement and protect inside surfaces
of bin from heavy/sharp objects with appropriate padding.
• The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the
angle of the load on each cleat should not exceed 60 degrees above
horizontal, or damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
WARNING!
•Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended or in motion.
• Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins. Once in the storagebin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin,
children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
• In a collision, serious injury could result if the storage bin covers are not
properly latched.
• Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
• To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage:
• Cargo must be secured.
• Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle.
• Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie-downs.
• Extender should not be used as cargo tie-down.
•
When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg) load on the tailgate.
• The bed extender is not intended for off road use.
•
When not in use, the extender/divider should be in stowed or divider position
with the tailgate closed.
• When in use, all handles are to be in the locked position.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The
Ground Two-Wheel Drive
Models Four-Wheel Drive Mod-
els
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions:
• Automatic trans-
mission in PARK
• Manual transmis-
sion in gear (NOT
in NEUTRAL)
• Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward
direction
Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OK NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OK OK
Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
• Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle
trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
• Firmly set the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual transmission in gear (not in Neutral).
• Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
• Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.
• Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
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