2015 Ram Cargo Van mirror controls

ILLUMINATED APPROACH
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the
doors or open any door.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds,
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition
switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position.
The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy
lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the
“Dome ON” position (rotate horizontal thumb wheel on
the bottom of the switch to the far right detent position).The illuminated entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the “Dome OFF” position (rotate
horizontal thumb wheel on the bottom of the switch to
the far left detent position).
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated
approach lights under the outside mirrors, they can be
turned off by using the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) controls (if NOT equipped with a touch-
screen radio) or the Uconnect® radio (if equipped with a
touchscreen radio). For further information, refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” or
“Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel.”
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate, and activate the Panic Alarm, optional power
liftgate, left power sliding door, and right power sliding
door from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
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Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight
overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex
mirror will look smaller and farther away than they
really are. Relying too much on side convex mirrors
could cause you to collide with another vehicle or
other object. Use your inside mirror when judging
the size or distance of a vehicle seen in a side convex
mirror.
Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped
The driver ’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for
glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlledby the inside automatic dimming mirror and will auto-
matically adjust for headlight glare when the inside
mirror adjusts.
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either
forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have
three detent positions:
•
Full forward position
• Full rearward position
• Normal position
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side
door trim panel.
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The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but-
tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a
mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) to select the
mirror that you want to adjust.NOTE:
A light in the selected button will illuminate
indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.
Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four
arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to
move.
Left and Right side power mirror preselected positions
can be controlled by the optional Driver Memory Seat
Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understand-
ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature can be activated whenever you turn on the
rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Rear
Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Power Mirror Controls
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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:
•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel, below the radio.
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System —
If Equipped
The controls for the manual system in this vehicle contain
a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. These
comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior
conditions.
With the Three-Zone Temperature Control system, each
front seat occupant can independently control the Heat-
ing, Ventilation and Air Conditioning operations coming
from the outlets on their side of the vehicle.
The primary control for the rear blower is on the front
climate control unit located on the instrument panel.
When the front control is in any position other than rear,
the front control operates all the rear functions.
The rear airflow modes will mirror the front unit opera-
tion. Rear Panel mode is automatically selected when the
front control is in the Panel mode. When the front unit is
in Bi-Level mode, airflow will be emitted from both the
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10. Passenger Temperature Control Up/Down Button
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the top button for warmer temperatures or
the lower button for cooler temperature settings.
11. Rear Control Button
Provides toggle operation between front control screen
and rear control screen. Push the button to activate the
rear climate control screen and allow the front seat
occupants control over the rear climate settings.
12. Rear Window Defrost
Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster
and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica-
tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window
defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 10 minutes.13. Rear Lock
Push and release the Rear Lock button on the front ATC
panel to lock and unlock the rear climate controls.
14. Auto Temperature Control Button
Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and
the amount of air recirculation automatically. Push and
release to select. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for
more information. Performing this function will cause
the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic
modes.
15. Climate Control OFF Button
Push and release to turn the Climate Control OFF. If the
control is OFF, push any button to turn the control ON.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your 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. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN Mode. A
child could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Press the brake
pedal before shifting into any driving gear.
Normal Starting
1. Do not press the accelerator.
2. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as
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HitchesTrailer Towing ........................ .527
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............232
Hood Release ........................... .197
Hook, Coat ............................. .260
Ignition .................................14
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................14
Illuminated Entry ..........................20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Information Center, Vehicle ..................303
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................117
Instrument Cluster ....................... .287
Instrument Panel and Controls ................286
Instrument Panel Cover .....................606
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............608
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............610
Interior Appearance Care ....................606 Interior Lights
.......................... .202
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............205
Introduction ..............................4
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth® Streaming Audio ...............159
Jack Location ........................... .544
Jack Operation .......................... .543
Jump Starting ........................... .562
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters .........17
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................39
Keyless Entry System .......................20
Key, Replacement ..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
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ParkSense® System, Rear....................217
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .210
Personal Settings ......................... .321
Pets, Transporting ........................ .104
Phone, Cellular .......................... .123
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............123
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........483
Power Brakes .............................. .462
Door Locks ............................36
Lift Gate ..............................58
Mirrors ..............................119
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........244
Seats ............................... .162
Sliding Door ...........................50
Steering ............................. .458
Sunroof ............................. .241
Windows ..............................44
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .627Pregnant Women and Seat Belts
................70
Preparation for Jacking .....................550
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................70
Programmable Electronic Features .............321
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .490
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........596
Radio Operation ..........................411
Radio Remote Controls .....................409
Rear Air Conditioning ..................... .417
Rear Camera ........................... .225
Rear Heater ............................ .417
Rear ParkSense System .....................217
Rearview Mirrors .........................117
Rear Window Features .....................271
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .169
Recorder, Event Data .......................92
Recreational Towing ...................... .537
660 INDEX