2014 Ram ProMaster child seat

5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part ofthe belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing
out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract
back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you
will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is
now in the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any web-
bing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push
the child restraint rearward and downward into the
vehicle seat.
8. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt
path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm)
in any direction. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the
belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
Fuel Cut Off Switch
The vehicle is fitted with a safety switch that, in the event
of an accident, comes into operation by cutting off the
fuel supply and turning off the engine as a consequence.
When the inertia switch cuts in, this cuts off the fuel
supply and also activates the hazard warning lights, side
lights and courtesy lights while releasing all the doors
and displaying a message; they are deactivated by press-
ing button A.
NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition
to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key
from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.2
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WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO),
follow these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move
your vehicle in or out of the area.
•
If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•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. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START)
position and release it when the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition
switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to
15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
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Special Additives...................... .347
Battery ................................ .332
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........20
Belts, Seat ...............................28
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................336
B-Pillar Location ......................... .231
Brake Assist System ...................... .218
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............216
Brake Fluid ............................ .373
Brake, Parking .......................... .212
Brake System ........................... .214
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .215
Fluid Check .......................... .345
Parking ............................. .212
Warning Light ........................ .132
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................198
Bulb Replacement ........................ .365Bulbs, Light
..............................67
Camera, Rear ............................112
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .370
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .260
Power Steering .........................211
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................342
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................64
Car Washes ............................ .349
Cellular Phone .......................... .186
Certification Label ........................ .262
Chains, Tire ............................ .247
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .226
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .133
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............63
Checks, Safety ............................63
Child Restraint ............................52
Cigar Lighter ............................118
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INDEX 393

Rearview Mirrors..........................72
Recorder, Event Data .......................51
Recreational Towing ...................... .279
Reformulated Gasoline .....................256
Refrigerant ............................. .335
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........184
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .365
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .325
Replacement Tires ........................ .245
Reporting Safety Defects ....................387
Restraint, Head ...........................86
Restraints, Child ...........................52
Restraints, Occupant ........................25
Rotation, Tires .......................... .248Safety Checks Inside Vehicle
..................65
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................67
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................387
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................64
Safety Information, Tire .....................225
Safety Tips ...............................63
Schedule, Maintenance .....................376
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .354
Seat Belt Reminder .........................36
Seat Belts ................................25
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........34
And Pregnant Women .....................37
Child Restraint ..........................52
Front Seat .............................28
Inspection .............................65
Pretensioners ...........................36
Reminder ............................ .140
Untwisting Procedure .....................33
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