2014 Ram ProMaster ECU

Identification Number
The radio has a unique identification number (found on
the warranty card). This card is required as proof of
ownership if the radio is stolen or when seeking assis-
tance. Do not store the warranty card in the vehicle.
Security Code
This radio has a serial number (found on thewarranty
card).
Present this card as proof of ownership if the radio is
stolen or if you require assistance.
Do not store the warranty card in the vehicle.
If the electrical supply is disrupted, the unit will mute
and the display will show 0000with the first digit
flashing to indicate that you can enter the security code.
You must enter the security code as follows: Entering the security code (shown on the
warranty
card, for example, 4359).
Action Display
When you turn the radio on, the dis-
play shows 0000and the first digit
will start flashing. 0000
Turn the ROTARY knob to select the
first digit. 4---
Press or to move to the sec-
ond digit. 40--
Turn the ROTARY knob to select the
second digit. 43--
Press or to move to the third
digit. 430-
Turn the ROTARY knob to select the
third digit. 435-
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ActionDisplay
Press or to move to the
fourth digit. 4350
Turn the ROTARY knob to select the
fourth digit 4359
When you finish entering the code,
press the ROTARY knob to accept the
code entered. 4359
If you enter the correct code, the radio will start as
normal in radio mode (TUNER). If you enter the wrong
code, the radio will remain locked until disconnected
from the power supply.
If the car radio power supply is disconnected for approxi-
mately eight seconds or longer, you will again be asked
for the security code when it is reconnected.General
The radio offers the following features:
Radio (Tuner Mode)
• Automatic/Manual station tuning
• Manual storage of 30 stations: 18 in the FM band (6 in
FM1, 6 in FM2 and 6 in FM3), 6 in the AM1 band and
6 in the AM2 band
• Best stations memory
MP3/WMA/AAC (USB Mode)
•“Last position” memory
• MP3/WMA/AAC track selection (forward/reverse)
• MP3/WMA/AAC track fast forward/reverse
• (RND) RaNDom (music shuffle) function
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And Buttons: Station search in automatic mode,
station search in manual mode, forward/reverse tracks,
forward/reverse within track.
Mute/Pause Button: Interrupts the sound by muting or
pausing the audio.
DISP Button: Switches between display modes, clock
display.
SRC Button: Switches the audio source to TUNER.
switches the audio source to USB.
Fast Track Buttons (F-Trk): Fast forward/reverse track
(used with the ROTARY knob).
Audio Button: Activates audio setting functions.
Preset Buttons (1 To 6): Store station in memory, access
preset stations.
Buttons 1 And 2: Forward/reverse folder. Band/AS Button:
Select tuned frequency band, preset
best stations.
Menu Button: Access setup menu.
General Functions And Settings
Turn The Radio On Or Off
To turn the radio on or off, push the ROTARY knob (press
once to turn on and hold for about three seconds to turn
off), not dependent on the ignition position.
The default radio configuration is Auto Switchand
OFF (see SETUP MENU section). In this configuration,
the radio will only consider the ignition switch position
when it executes the 60 min function: when the ignition is
turned off, the radio will display the message 60 MIN
for three seconds and switch off automatically after
60 minutes if no buttons are pressed.
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WARNING!
•It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL
if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If
your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-
verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear when
the engine is idling normally and your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
turn the engine OFF, and remove the ignition key.
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WARNING! (Continued)
Once the key is removed, the transmission is
locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un-
wanted movement.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni-
tion key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle
(or in a location accessible to children). A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
turn the engine OFF, and remove the ignition key.
Once the key is removed, the transmission is
locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un-
wanted movement.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni-
tion key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle
(or in a location accessible to children). A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
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NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
service is required.
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the
driver to limit the highest available gear. For example, if
you shift the transmission into 4 (fourth gear), the
transmission will not shift above fourth gear, but will
shift through the lower gears normally.
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any
vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE
position, the transmission will operate automatically, shifting between all available gears. Moving the shift
lever to the ERS position (beside DRIVE) will activate
ERS mode, display the current gear in the instrument
cluster, and maintain that gear as the top available gear.
Once in ERS mode, moving the shift lever forward (-) or
rearward (+) will change the top available gear.
To exit ERS mode, simply return the shift lever to the
DRIVE position.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
personal injury.
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The best way to figure out the total weight of your
vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for
operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that
it is not over the GVWR.
Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle
separately. It is important that you distribute the load
evenly over the front and rear axles.
Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and
shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension
components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s
GVWR.
Loading
To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items
down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that youhave exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
NOTE:
Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed
to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR
and GAWRs.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and information
on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do
with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully
review this information to tow your load as efficiently
and safely as possible.
To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage,
follow the requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
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WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these
guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as
possible:
•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have a collision.
• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam-
age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering,
suspension, chassis structure or tires.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on
the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in
PARK. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure
the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always,
block or chockthe trailer wheels.
• GCWR must not be exceeded.
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