2013 Ram C/V Owner's Manual

NOTE:
•It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for
cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts
the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
• The temperature can be displayed in English or Metric
units by selecting the “Display Units of Measure in”
customer-programmable feature. Refer to the “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer-
Programmable Features” in this Section.Rear Blower Control
The rear blower control knob can be manually set to off,
or any fixed blower speed, by rotating the knob from low
to high. This allows the rear seat occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature
Control System through an intake grille, located in
the right side trim panel behind the third row seats.
The heater outlets are located in the right side trim
panel, just behind the sliding door. Do not block or
place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or
heater outlets. The electrical system could overload
causing damage to the blower motor.
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Rear Temperature Control
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle,
rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower
the temperature, and clockwise to increase the tempera-
ture. The rear temperature settings are displayed in the
front ATC panel.
When rear controls are locked by the front system, the
Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the temperature knob
is illuminated and any rear overhead adjustments are
ignored.
Rear Mode Control
•Auto Mode
The rear system automatically maintains the correct
mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu-
pants.
• Headliner Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each
of these outlets can be individually adjusted to
direct the flow of air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets
to one side will shut off the airflow.
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•Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the
floor outlets.
NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
• Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. Recirculation Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high humid-
ity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish
to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recir-
culation control button. Recirculation mode
should only be used temporarily. The recircu-
lation LED will illuminate when this button is selected.
Push the button a second time to turn off the Recircula-
tion mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle.
NOTE: In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation
mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window
clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled auto-
matically if this mode is selected.
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Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro-
sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
A solution of 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and
50% water is recommended. Refer to “Maintenance Pro-
cedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for proper cool-
ant selection.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-
mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function-
ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen-
tration of coolant is used. Refer to “MaintenanceProcedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for proper
coolant selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode
during Winter months is not recommended, because it
may cause window fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes, in
fresh air with the blower setting on high. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.
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Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy
and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select
Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed.
Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if theyenter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In
Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush, and snow.
A/C Air Filter
On vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-
trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Refer to “Air Conditioning” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for filter replacement instruc-
tions.
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Operating Tips Chart
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................465
▫ Automatic Transmission ................465
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .465
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F
Or 29°C) ......................... .466
▫ If The Engine Fails To Start ..............466
▫ After Starting ....................... .467
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .468
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............468
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............470 ▫
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .471
▫ Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode .............471
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission .........472
▫ Gear Ranges ........................ .473
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........482
▫ Acceleration ........................ .482
▫ Traction ........................... .482
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............483
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................483
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................483
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POWER STEERING .....................485
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............486
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .487
 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) .........489
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............491
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .492
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............492
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............493
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........494
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..............498
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................499
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............502
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .502▫
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........507
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........509
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........510
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........514
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .514
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................516
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .517
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .517
▫ All Season Tires – If Equipped ............518
▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires –
If Equipped ......................... .518
▫ Snow Tires ......................... .519
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped ................519
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