2014 Ram 3500 stop start

Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is cor-
rected. This light does not show how much oil is in
the engine. The engine oil level must be checked
under the hood.
•Oil Temperature Warning Light
This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is
high. If the light turns on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as
possible.
•Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.
•Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The
light will come on when the ignition is first
turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while
the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when
the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever
is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn
off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If
the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. You may experience
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failures, or when tampering has been detected. The
vehicle may be limited to a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8
km/H) if the DEF system is not serviced within less than
200 miles (322 km) of the fault being detected.
When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following
warnings will display:
•Service DEF System See Dealer— This message will
display when the fault is initially detected, each time
the vehicle is started, and periodically during driving.
The message will be accompanied by a single chime.
We recommend you drive to your nearest authorized
dealer and have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
•5 MPH Max Speed in 150 mi Service DEF System See
Dealer— This message will display if the DEF system
has not been serviced after the “Service DEF System –
See Dealer” message is displayed. This message will
continuously display until the mileage counter reacheszero, and will be accompanied by a periodic chime.
The message will continue to countdown until it
reaches zero unless the vehicle is serviced. We recom-
mend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and
have your vehicle serviced immediately.
NOTE:Under some circumstances this mileage counter
may start with a value of less than 150 miles (241 km). For
example, if recurring faults are detected in a time interval
of less than 40 hours, the counter may restart at the value
where it stopped when a previous fault was temporarily
remedied, or at a minimum of 50 miles (80 km).
•5 MPH Max Speed on Restart, Long Idle or Refuel
Service DEF See Dealer— This message will continu-
ously display when the mileage counter reaches zero,
and will be accompanied by a periodic chime.
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Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen.
4. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Reset”, then press and release theRightarrow button
to select reset of the Fuel Filter Life to 100%.
5. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen.
Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to
the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen.
4. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Reset”, then press and release theRightarrow button
to select reset of the Fuel Filter Life to 100%.
5. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the Fuel Filter indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Oil Life Reset
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message
will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10
seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the
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next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent
upon your personal driving style.
NOTE:Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the
following procedure(s)
Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Reset”, then press and release theRightarrow button
to select reset of the Oil Life to 100%.5. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen.
Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Reset”, then press and release theRightarrow button
to select reset of the Oil Life to 100%.
5. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen.
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When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following
warnings will display:
•Service DEF System See Dealer— This message will
display when the fault is initially detected, each time
the vehicle is started, and periodically during driving.
The message will be accompanied by a single chime.
We recommend you drive to your nearest authorized
dealer and have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
•5 MPH Max Speed in 150 mi Service DEF System See
Dealer— This message will display if the DEF system
has not been serviced after the “Service DEF System –
See Dealer” message is displayed. This message will
continuously display until the mileage counter reaches
zero, and will be accompanied by a periodic chime.
The message will continue to countdown until itreaches zero unless the vehicle is serviced. We recom-
mend you drive to your nearest authorized dealer and
have your vehicle serviced immediately.
NOTE:Under some circumstances this mileage counter
may start with a value of less than 150 miles (241 km). For
example, if recurring faults are detected in a time interval
of less than 40 hours, the counter may restart at the value
where it stopped when a previous fault was temporarily
remedied, or at a minimum of 50 miles (80 km).
•5 MPH Max Speed on Restart, Long Idle or Refuel
Service DEF See Dealer— This message will continu-
ously display when the mileage counter reaches zero,
and will be accompanied by a periodic chime.
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Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen.
4. Press and hold theRIGHTarrow button for one
second to access the Reset Confirmation screen.
5. Press and release theUPorDOWNarrow button to
select “Yes” or “No” then press and hold theRIGHT
arrow button to reset the Fuel Filter Life.
6. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen once the Fuel Filter Life is 100%Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to
the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen.
4. Press and hold theRIGHTarrow button for one
second to access the ”Fuel Filter Life Reset” screen.
5. Press and hold theRIGHTarrow button for one
second to access the Reset Confirmation screen.
6. Press and release theUPorDOWNarrow button to
select “Yes” or “No” then press and hold theRIGHT
arrow button to reset the Fuel Filter Life.
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7. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen once the Fuel Filter Life is 100%
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Oil Life Reset
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message
will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10
seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the
next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent
upon your personal driving style.
NOTE:Use the steering wheel EVIC controls for the
following procedure(s)Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Press and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Press and hold theRIGHTarrow button for one
second to access the ”Oil Life Reset” screen.
5. Press and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Yes”, then press and release the Right arrow button to
select reset of the Oil Life.
6. Press and release theUparrow button to exit the EVIC
screen.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES................202
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped.......203
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped.....203
▫Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped.......203
▫Extreme Cold Weather..................207
▫Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold
Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)........208
▫Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air
Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C).....209
▫Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air
Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C)............211▫Starting Fluids........................213
NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE . . .214
▫Cold Weather Precautions................214
▫Engine Idling........................217
▫Stopping The Engine...................218
▫Idle Shutdown........................220
▫Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed
(Chassis Cab Only)....................220
▫Operating Precautions..................220
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