2015 Ram ProMaster heating

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle
speed while maintaining the motion of the vehicle
with the brakes.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 287

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE , while gently pressing the accelerator. Use
the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will
maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.NOTE:
Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Offmode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control System” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information. Once the vehicle has been freed, push the
ESC Off switch again to restore ESC Onmode.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323

CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control
device and may seriously reduce engine perfor-
mance and cause serious damage to the engine.
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339

Jump Starting..........................317
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........331
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .337
Block Heater ..........................202
Break-In Recommendations .................63
Checking Oil Level ..................... .334
Compartment ..........................329
Compartment Identification ................329
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................346, 383
Cooling ............................. .346
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................64
Fails To Start ..........................201
Flooded, Starting .......................201
Fuel Requirements ...................262, 382
Jump Starting ..........................317
Oil ...........................334, 382, 383
Oil Filter ............................ .337
Oil Selection .......................335, 382 Oil Synthetic
..........................336
Overheating .......................... .287
Starting ............................. .200
Engine Oil Viscosity .......................336
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................336
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............48
Entry System, Illuminated ....................16
Ethanol ............................... .263
Event Data Recorder ........................51
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................64
Exhaust System ........................64, 338
Exterior Lighting ..........................92
Exterior Lights ............................67
Fabric Care ............................. .358
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .337
Air Conditioning .......................342
Engine Oil ........................ .337, 383
410 INDEX

Exterior Folding.........................73
Heated ...............................74
Outside ...............................72
Rearview ..............................72
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................257
MOPAR® Parts .......................333, 400
MTBE/ETBE ............................263
Multi-Function Control Lever .................91
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................63
Occupant Restraints ........................24
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................262
Odometer ...............................128
Trip .................................128
Oil Change Indicator .......................145
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................145
Oil, Engine ..........................334, 383 Capacity
............................ .382
Change Interval ........................335
Checking ............................ .334
Disposal ............................. .337
Filter ............................ .337, 383
Filter Disposal ........................ .337
Identification Logo ..................... .335
Materials Added To ..................... .336
Recommendation ....................335, 382
Synthetic ............................ .336
Viscosity ..........................336, 382
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .337
Oil Filter, Selection ........................337
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................330
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ....................72
Overhead Console .........................114
Overheating, Engine .......................287
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INDEX 415