2014 Ram ProMaster wheel

system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys-
tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera-
tion or sensor damage may result when using re-
placement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a
TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low
Tire” message in the Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC). For further information refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) in “Starting And Operating”.
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selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head-
lights with Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears
next to setting, indicating that the setting has been
selected. Touch the arrow back/Done soft-key to return
to the previous menu.
•Greeting Lights — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the headlights will automati-
cally turn on after unlocking the vehicle with a key fob. To
make your selection, touch the Greeting Lights soft-key,
until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that
the setting has been selected. Touch the arrow back/Done
soft-key to return to the previous menu.
•Headlight Sensitivity
When this feature is selected, the headlights will auto-
matically remain on for a predetermined amount of time
after the engine is shut off. To make your selection, touch
the Headlight Sensitivity soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting has
been selected. Touch the arrow back/Done soft-key to
return to the previous menu.
•
Cornering Lights — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the lights will automatically
adjust relative to a change in the direction of the steering
wheel. To make your selection, touch the Cornering Lights
soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indi-
cating that the setting has been selected. Touch the arrow
back/Done soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Doors & Locks
After pressing the Doors & Locks soft-key the following
settings will be available:
•Auto Door Locks
When this feature is selected, all doors will automatically
lock when the vehicle is in motion. To make your
selection, touch the Auto Door Lock soft-key, until a
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check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting
has been selected. Touch the arrow back/Done soft-key
to return to the previous menu.
Auto-On Comfort — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available:
•Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering
Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped
When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat will
automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the
driver vented seat will turn on. To make your selection,
press the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat &
Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” button on the touch-
screen, then choose “Yes” or “No.” The button will
highlight indicating that the setting has been selected.
Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to
return to the previous menu.
Engine Off Options
After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available.
• Easy Exit Seat — If Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. To make your selection, press the “Easy Exit
Seat” button on the touchscreen, then choose “Yes” or
“No.” The button will highlight indicating that the set-
ting has been selected. Press the back arrow/Done button
on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
• Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (if equipped),
DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to
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NOTE:If the device battery to be charged is completely
depleted, it may take awhile to charge.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external
device while driving. Failure to follow this warning
could result in a collision.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel.
The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch and con-
trols the SCAN functions of the sound system.
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch and controls
the volume of the sound system plus a button to mute the
Sound System.
Remote Sound System Controls
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PARKING BRAKE ..................... .212
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .214
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .215
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .216
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............216
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............218
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........218
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..............222
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................223
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............225
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .225
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........228
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........230▫
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........231
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........235
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .235
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................236
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .238
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .238
▫ Tire Types .......................... .239
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............240
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............241
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .243
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................244
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .244
▫ Replacement Tires .....................245
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Gear Ranges
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or
NEUTRAL into another gear range.
NOTE:After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to
allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating.
This is especially important when the engine is cold.
PARK (P)
This range supplements the parking brake by locking the
transmission. The engine can be started in this range.
Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in
motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the
vehicle in this range.
When parking on a level surface, you may shift the
transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking
brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before
shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on
the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi-
cult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added
precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a
downhill grade, and away from the curb on an uphill
grade.
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.
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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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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-
pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull
erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs
when there is a difference in the surface traction under
the front (driving) wheels.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the
front wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle
and possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and
carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction
(ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).
Traction
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a
wedge of water to build up between the tire and road
surface. This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or
complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To
reduce this possibility, the following precautions should
be observed:
1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads areslushy.
2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible.
4. Keep tires properly inflated.
5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a
sudden stop.
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