2015 Ram 3500 snow chains

described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the
ESC Off Indicator Lightwill be illuminated. All other
stability features of ESC function normally. This mode is
intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand,
or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than TCS
would normally allow is required to gain traction. To
turn ESC on again, momentarily push the “ESC Off”
switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of
operation.
NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “ESC Partial
Off” mode by pushing the “ESC Off” switch. Once the
situation requiring ESC to be switched to the “ESC Partial
Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen-
tarily pushing the “ESC Off” switch. This may be done
while the vehicle is in motion.WARNING!
• When in “ESC Partial Off” mode, the TCS func-
tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature
described in the TCS section), has been disabled
and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illumi-
nated. When in “ESC Partial Off” mode, the engine
power reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC
system is reduced.
• Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when the
ESC system is in the ESC Partial Offmode.
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SYSTEMmessage will no longer display, and a pressure
value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault
can occur due to any of the following:
• Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
• Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains
materials that may block radio wave signals.
• Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.
• Using tire chains on the vehicle.
• Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. Vehicles With Matching Full Size Spare
•
The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly
has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
• If you install the full size spare in place of a road tire
that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will
sound and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light” will turn ON. In addition, the EVIC/DID will
display a “LOW TIRE” message and a graphic show-
ing the low tire pressure value in a different color. An
Inflate to XX message will also be displayed.
• After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above
15 mph (25 km/h) the “Tire Pressure Monitoring
Telltale Light” will turn OFF and the pressure value
will be updated and return to it’s original color, as long
as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning
limit in any of the four active road tires.
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will no longer be displayed, and a pressure value will
display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur
due to any of the following:
•Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
• Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains
materials that may block radio wave signals.
• Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.
• Using tire chains on the vehicle.
• Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
3.6L Engine
This engine is designed to meet all emis-
sions regulations and provide excellent
fuel economy and performance when us-
ing high-quality unleaded “regular” gaso-
line having an octane rating of 87. The use
of higher octane premium gasoline will not provide any
benefit over regular gasoline in these engines.
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Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral
(N) .................................673
Shift Lever Override ...................... .733
Shoulder Belts ............................53
Signals, Turn ......................117, 175, 285
Sliding Rear Window Power .............................. .243
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................613
Snow Plow ............................. .663
Snow Tires ............................. .606
Spare Tire .......................... .608, 609
Spark Plugs ............................ .817
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................185
Speedometer ............................ .285
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System ..................524
Starting ............................. .34, 442
Automatic Transmission ..................443
Cold Weather ......................... .445
Engine Fails to Start .....................445 Remote
...............................34
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) .............442
Steering Power ........................... .569, 571
Wheel, Heated ........................ .181
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .180
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............391
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .391
Storage Compartment, Center Seat .............237
Storage, Vehicle ...................... .415, 803
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .803
Sun Roof .............................. .220
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .......67, 68
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information .........613
Suspension, Air .......................... .510
Sway Control, Trailer ...................... .586
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .754
System, Remote Starting .....................34
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INDEX 857

Tachometer............................. .285
Tailgate ............................... .265
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........413
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .180
Tip Start ............................... .443
Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . .597, 598, 613
Tire Markings ........................... .591
Tires............................117, 601, 839
Aging (Life of Tires) .....................611
Air Pressure .......................... .601
Chains .............................. .613
Compact Spare ........................ .608
Dual ............................ .617, 680
General Information .....................601
High Speed .......................... .604
Inflation Pressures ...................... .602
Life of Tires ...........................611
Load Capacity ..................... .597, 598
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............619Pressure Warning Light
...................285
Quality Grading ....................... .839
Radial .............................. .604
Replacement ...........................611
Rotation ............................. .616
Safety ........................... .591, 601
Sizes ............................... .592
Snow Tires ........................... .606
Spinning ............................ .610
Tread Wear Indicators ....................610
Tire Safety Information .....................591
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................650
Tonneau Cover .......................... .792
Tonneau Cover Cleaning ....................792
Torque Converter Clutch .................475, 486
Tow Hooks, Emergency .....................732
Towing ............................ .641,
737
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .737
Guide .............................. .649
858 INDEX