2013 Ram 1500 Get to Know Guide 

• For maximum deceleration (engine braking) move the console shift lever left (-)and hold, or toggle the switch on the column shift lever down (-) and hold. Your
vehicle will automatically select the lowest safe gear for optimal engine braking.
• To disable ERS, push and hold the console shift lever to the right (+) or push and hold the column shift lever switch up (+) until “D” is displayed in the odometer.
• Switching between ERS and DRIVE mode can be done at any vehicle speed.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS) OPERATION – 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION
• The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit
the highest available gear when the
transmission shifter switch is in the
DRIVE position
• You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed.
•
Tapping the ERS (-) switch (on the
steering wheel) will activate ERS mode.
•Once in ERS mode, tapping the ERS (-)
or (+) switch will change the top avail-
able gear.
• To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+) switch until “D” is
once again displayed in the transmis-
sion gear position indicator in the instrument cluster.
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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
• The air suspension system provides full time load leveling capability along withthe benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a button.
• Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and EVIC messages will operate the same for
automatic changes and user requested changes.
Description
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) - This is the
standard position of the suspension
and is meant for normal driving.
• Off-Road 1 (OR1) (Raises the vehicle
approximately 1 in (26 mm) - This posi-
tion should be the primary position for
all off-road driving until Off Road 2
(OR2) is needed. A smoother and more
comfortable ride will result. To enter
OR1, press the “Up” button once from
the NRH position while the vehicle speed is below 35 mph (56 km/h). When in the
OR1 position, if the vehicle speed remains between 40 mph (64 km/h) and
50 mph (80 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed exceeds
50 mph (80 km/h), the vehicle will be automatically lowered to NRH. Off-Road 1
may not be available due to vehicle payload, an EVIC message will be displayed
when this occurs. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
• Off-Road 2 (OR2) (Raises the vehicle approximately 2 in (51 mm) -
This position is
intended for off-roading use only where maximum ground clearance is required.
To enter OR2, press the “Up” button twice from the NRH position or once from the
OR1 position while vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h). While in OR2, if the
vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h) the vehicle height will be automatically
lowered to OR1. Off-Road 2 may not be available due to vehicle payload, an EVIC
message will be displayed when this occurs. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
• Aero Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately .6 in (15 mm) – 1500 Models Only - This
position provides improved aerodynamics by lowering the vehicle. The vehicle will
automatically enter Aero Mode when the vehicle speed remains between 62 mph
(100 km/h) and 66 mph (106 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle
speed exceeds 66 mph (106 km/h). The vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode
if the vehicle speed remains between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 35 mph (56 km/h) for
greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed falls below 30 mph (48 km/h).
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NOTE:
Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle settings in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) or in the Uconnect
®8.4 Radio (If Equipped).
•
Entry/Exit Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately 2 in (51 mm)- This position lowers
the vehicle for easier passenger entry and exit as well as lowering the rear of the
vehicle for easier loading and unloading of cargo. To enter Entry/Exit Mode, press
the “Down” button once from the NHR while the vehicle speed is below 33 mph
(53 km/h). Once the vehicle speed goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) the vehicle
height will begin to lower. If the vehicle speed remains between 15 mph (24 km/h)
and 25 mph (40 km/h) for greater than 60 seconds, or the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h) the Entry/Exit change will be cancelled. To return to Normal
Height Mode, press the “Up” button once while in Entry/Exit or drive the vehicle
over 15 mph (24 km/h). Entry/Exit mode may not be available due to vehicle
payload, an EVIC message will be displayed when this occurs. Refer to "Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for
further information.
• Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further details.
Air Suspension Modes
• The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the system in unique situations:
Tire Jack Mode
•
To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension system has a feature which
allows the automatic leveling to be disabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Transport Mode
• To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic load leveling
system. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understand-
ing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Wheel Alignment Mode
•
Before performing a wheel alignment this mode must be enabled. Refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
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Protection Mode
• In order to “protect” the air suspension system, the vehicle will enter ProtectionMode when the payload has been exceeded or load leveling cannot be achieved.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS WITHOUT TOUCH-SCREEN
Air Recirculation/Max A/C
• Rotate the Temperature Control to the MAX A/C position to automatically turn on both Air Conditioning and Recirculation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
• Recirculation is not allowed in defrost
• Recirculation is allowed in floor mode and defrost/floor (mix modes) for approxi- mately five minutes.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the defroster.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS WITH TOUCH-SCREEN
Touch-Screen Manual Climate Controls
Climate Control Knobs
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever youturn on the defroster.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS WITH TOUCH-SCREEN
Touch-Screen Automatic Climate Controls
Climate Control Knobs
• Press the AUTO button or AUTO soft-key.
• Select the desired temperature by pushing the up or down temperature buttons forthe driver or passenger.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
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Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the system will exitAUTO mode and stay in A/C. The mode and blower will be set at the closest mode
and blower position that the system was operating in AUTO.
SYNC Temperature Soft-Key
• Touch the SYNC soft-key on the Uconnect
®Access radio to control the driver and
passenger temperatures simultaneously. Touch the SYNC soft-key a second time to
control the temperatures individually.
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
• If the Recirculation button is pushed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the defroster.
PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST
• If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE,a warning will display in the instrument cluster and a tone, that changes speed
depending on the distance of the object from the bumper, will sound.
Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System
• When the ParkSense
®Rear Park Assist System is malfunctioning, the instrument
cluster will actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the
“CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM”
message.
• If “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears in the Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC) and the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud,
dirt or other obstruction, see your authorized dealer.
• If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see your authorized dealer.
Enable/Disable ParkSense®
• ParkSense
®can be enabled and disabled with a switch located in the switch bank
of the instrument panel or through the Customer-Programmable Features section
of the EVIC. When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument
cluster will display the “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for approximately
five seconds.
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PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
• You can see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle wheneverthe shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera image
will be displayed in the rearview mirror or touchscreen display along with a caution
note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds
this note will disappear.
• If the rearview mirror or touchscreen display appears foggy, clean the ParkView
®
camera located to the left of the tailgate handle.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up; even when using the ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You must continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) – 2500 MODELS
ONLY
Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description
•
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System on your vehicle has two different tire pressure
settings based on vehicle loading. The Tire Light Load Switch is located on the
Instrument Panel below the climate controls.
• The “Light Load Inflation” and “Max Load Inflation” tire pressures recommended for your vehicle based on vehicle loading are found on the Supplemental Tire
Pressure Information Label located on the rear face of the driver front door.
•
When the vehicle is in the “Light Load Inflation” setting, the Tire Light Load Inflation
switch is On. The indicator light is Off when in the “Max Load Inflation” setting.
Light Load Inflation (Indicator Light On)
• If the passenger and cargo weights are less than the Light Load Pressure Definition shown on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label, inflate or
deflate tires to the correct “Light Load Inflation” pressure. If the indicator light is
not on, the mode can be changed by pushing the switch once.
• If the light on the switch flashes On and Off, after the button is pressed to switch
between modes, this indicates conditions are not correct to switch modes. The system
will not allow switching modes until the tire pressures have been set to Light Load
Inflation as indicated on the Supplemental Tire Pressure Information Label.
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