2015 Ram Cargo Van service indicator

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
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“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in ”Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion. Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened.
Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
If the problem persists, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged
cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system
will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the
MIL light off.EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but donot crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is
not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is readyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset byreferring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it
occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
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Service.............................. .618
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .289
Side Marker .......................... .622
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............289
Traction Control ....................... .470
Turn Signal ............................110
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......289
Loading Vehicle ......................... .260
Capacities ........................... .523
Tires ............................... .482
Load Leveling System ..................... .271
Locks ..................................35
Door .................................35
Lubrication, Body ........................ .590
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................272
Lug Nuts .............................. .541
Maintenance Free Battery ....................586
Maintenance Procedures ....................580 Maintenance Schedule
..................... .630
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......289
Manual, Service ......................... .644
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .228
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............193
Memory Seat ........................... .120
Methanol .............................. .512
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .316
Mirrors ................................117
Automatic Dimming .....................118
Electric Remote .........................119
Exterior Folding ........................119
Heated .............................. .120
Memory ............................. .193
Outside ..............................119
Rearview .............................117
Vanity .............................. .122
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .314
658 INDEX

Seat Belt Extender.......................69
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................70
Seat Belt Reminder .......................63
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .608
Seat Belt Reminder .........................63
Seat Belts ................................62
Child Restraint ..........................94
Extender ..............................69
Front Seat .............................62
Inspection ........................... .107
Operating Instructions ....................67
Pregnant Women ........................70
Pretensioners ...........................70
Rear Seat ..............................64
Untwisting Procedure .....................69
Seats ................................. .161
Adjustment .......................... .161
Fold in Floor (Stow nGo).................174
Memory ............................. .193Power
.............................. .162
Reclining ............................ .169
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) .................174
Security Alarm ............................17
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............625
SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information ..................17
Key Programming .......................17
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
Sentry Key Replacement .....................16
Service Assistance ........................ .639
Service Contract ......................... .641
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .289
Service Manuals ......................... .644
Settings, Personal ........................ .321
Setting the Clock ......................... .330
Shift Lever Override ...................... .567
Shoulder Belts ............................64
Signals, Turn .............................110
662 INDEX

Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................471
Trailer Towing .......................... .524
Cooling System Tips .....................536
Hitches ............................. .527
Minimum Requirements ..................530
Tips................................ .535
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................529
Wiring .............................. .534
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .528
Trailer Weight ........................... .528
Transmission ........................... .600
Automatic ........................... .442
Fluid ............................... .600
Transmitter
Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry). . .28
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .232
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........20
Transporting Pets ........................ .104
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .496
Trip Odometer .......................... .289Turn Signals
............................ .289
UCI Connector .......................... .355
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............142
Operation ............................ .125
Phone Call Features .....................133
Phone Features ........................ .137
Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect® Phone ...................... .143
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........337
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............332
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........329
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .334
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................350
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........338
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .346
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