2014 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab Uconnect

iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod®
and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions
may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please
visit Apple’s website for software updates.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple-
ment Manual.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the back
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of SteeringWheel)
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3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-ing the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high.
NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular
disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat-
ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)
oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known
good disc before considering disc player service.RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does
not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during mobile phone operation when
not using Uconnect® (if equipped).
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel below the radio.
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Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. The
recirculation LED will illuminate on the blower control
knob when this button is selected. Push the button a
second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and
allow outside air into the vehicle.
NOTE:In cold weather, use of 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 these modes are selected.Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen —
If Equipped
Hard-Keys
The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen.
Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-Keys
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Soft-Keys
Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen.Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-Keys And
Soft-Keys)
1. MAX A/C Button
Press and release to change the current setting, the
indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing
Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls —Soft-Keys
Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls —Soft-Keys
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14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button
Provides the driver with independent temperature con-
trol. Push the hard-key button for warmer temperature
settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide the soft-
key temperature bar towards the red arrow soft-key for
warmer temperature settings.
NOTE:
In Sync mode, this button will also automatically
adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time.
15. Temperature Control (Uconnect® 5.0)
Press the temperature soft-key to regulate the tempera-
ture of the air inside the passenger compartment. Moving
the temperature bar into the red area, indicates warmer
temperatures. Moving the temperature bar into the blue
area indicates cooler temperatures.
Automatic Operation
1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the
system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas-
senger temperature hard or soft control buttons. Once
the desired temperature is displayed, the system will
achieve and automatically maintain that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will experi-
ence the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the
system to function automatically.
NOTE:
• It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for
cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts
the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
• The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric
units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable
feature. Refer to the “Uconnect® System Settings” in
this section of the manual.
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Power Steering Fluid...................... .506
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................63
Programmable Electronic Features .............239
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .23
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .359
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........462
Radio Operation ......................... .268
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................164
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................471
Rear Window Features .....................192
Rear Window, Sliding ..................... .193
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .142
Recorder, Event Data .......................73
Recreational Towing ...................... .410
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........413
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......415
Reformulated Gasoline .....................381
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................62 Remote Control
Starting System .........................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
FCC General Information ..................31
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........21
Programming Additional Transmitters .........21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........266
Remote Starting Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features . . .258
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .258
Remote Starting System ......................31
Replacement Keys .........................20
Replacement Parts ........................ .449
Replacement Tires ........................ .366
Reporting Safety Defects ....................521
Restraint, Head .......................... .141
Restraints, Child ...........................74
Restraints, Occupant ........................47
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Weight.............................. .394
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........410
Traction ............................... .323
Traction Control ......................... .334
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................343
Trailer Towing .......................... .389
Cooling System Tips .....................406
Hitches ............................. .393
Minimum Requirements ..................396
Mirrors ............................. .131
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................395
Wiring .............................. .404
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .394
Trailer Weight ........................... .394
Transfer Case ........................... .473
Electronically Shifted .....................316
Fluid ............................... .506
Transmission Automatic ........................... .300Fluid
............................... .506
Maintenance .......................... .474
Shifting ............................. .297
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .28
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .23
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........23
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .365
Turn Signals ............................ .160
Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features ...........258
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .258
Uconnect® Settings Customer Programmable Features ............40
Passive Entry Programming .................40
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .256
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................523
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .380
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