2016 Ram 1500 key

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Red Telltale
LightWhat It Means
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de-
pending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn
off. If the light remains on with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash when the engine is running, immediate service is required and
you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON/
RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
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Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Yellow Telltale
LightWhat It Means
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate
the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through sev-
eral typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be ser-
viced as soon as possible if this occurs.
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•Key in Ignition
•Key in Ignition Lights On
•Remote Start Active Key To Run
•Remote Start Active Push Start Button
•Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low
•Remote Start Aborted Too Cold
•Remote Start Aborted Door Open
•Remote Start Aborted Hood Open
•Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open
•Remote Start Aborted Time Expired
•Remote Start Disabled Start To Reset
•Service Airbag System
•Service Airbag Warning Light•Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled
•Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled
•Front Seatbelts Unbuckled
•Door Open
•Doors Open
•Gear Not Available
•Shift Not Allowed
•Shift To Neutral Then Drive Or Reverse
•Autostick Unavailable Service Required
•Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req.
•Transmission Getting Hot Push Brake
•Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift To Park Wait To Cool
•Transmission Cool Ready To Drive
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Setting NamesSetting Names Abbre-
viated (Left Submenu
Layer)Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer)
16 Remote Unlock
SequenceRemote Unlock Driver Door; All Doors
17 Key Fob Linked
to MemoryKey in Memory On; Off
18 Passive Entry Passive Entry On; Off
19 Remote Start
Comfort SystemRmt Start Comfort Off; Remoter Start; All starts
20 Easy Exit Seat Easy Exit Seat On; Off
21 Key-off Power
DelayPower Off Delay Off; 45 seconds; 5 minutes; 10 minutes
22 Air Suspension
Display AlertsAir Susp. Alerts All; Warnings Only
23 Aero Ride
Height ModeAero Mode On; Off
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•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Service Power Steering
•Cruise Off
•Cruise Ready
•Cruise Set To XXX MPH
•Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to
XX”
•Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS)
•Service Tire Pressure System
•Parking Brake Engaged
•Brake Fluid Low
•Service Electronic Braking System
•Engine Temperature Hot•Battery Voltage Low
•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Lights On
•Right Turn Signal Light Out
•Left Turn Signal Light Out
•Turn Signal On
•Sound Horn with Remote Lock: Off; 1st Push; 2nd
Push
•Vehicle Not in Park
•Key in Ignition
•Key in Ignition Lights On
•Remote Start Active Key to Run
•Remote Start Active Push Start Button
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Setting NamesSetting Names Abbreviated
(Left Submenu Layer)Sub-Menus (Right Submenu
Layer)
7 Headlights Off Delay Lights Off Delay 0 seconds; 30 seconds; 60
seconds; 90 seconds
8 Illuminated Approach Lights w/ Unlock 0 seconds; 30 seconds; 60
seconds; 90 seconds
9 Headlights On with Wipers Lights w/ Wipers On; Off
10 Automatic Highbeams Auto Highbeams On; Off
11 Flash Lights with Lock Lights w/ Lock On; Off
12 Auto Lock Doors Auto Lock Doors On; Off
13 Auto Unlock Doors Auto Unlock Doors On; Off
14 Sound Horn with Remote Start Horn w/ Rmt Start On; Off
15 Sound Horn with Remote Lock Horn w/ Rmt Lock On; Off
16 Remote Unlock Sequence Remote Unlock Driver Door; All Doors
17 Key Fob Linked to Memory Key in Memory On; Off
18 Passive Entry Passive Entry On; Off
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Setting NamesSetting Names Abbreviated
(Left Submenu Layer)Sub-Menus (Right Submenu
Layer)
19 Remote Start Comfort System Rmt Start Comfort On; Off
20 Easy Exit Seat Easy Exit Seat On; Off
21 Key-off Power Delay Power Off Delay Off; 45 seconds; 5 minutes; 10
minutes
22 Commercial Settings Commercial
•Aux Switches
•Power Take-Off
•PIN Setup
23 Air Suspension Display Alerts Air Susp. Alerts All; Warnings Only
24 Aero Ride Height Mode Aero Mode On; Off
25 Tire/Jack Mode Tire/Jack Mode On; Off
26 Transport Mode Transport Mode On; Off
27 Wheel Alignment Mode Wheel Alignment On; Off
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button on the faceplate, then the “Safety & Driving
Assistance” button on the touchscreen. Press the
“Parkview Backup camera Delay” button on the touch-
screen to turn the ParkView Delay ON or OFF.
•Rain Sensing Auto Wipers — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the system will automati-
cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture
on the windshield. To make your selection, press the
“Rain Sensing” button on the touchscreen and make your
selection.
•Hill Start Assist — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA)
system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control
System” in “Starting And Operating” for system function
and operating information. To make your selection, press
the “Hill Start Assist” button on the touchscreen and
make your selection.Lights
After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
•Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of
the amount of time the headlights remain on after the
engine is shut off. To change the Headlight Off Delay
setting, press the “Headlight Off Delay” button on the
touchscreen and choose either “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90”
buttons on the touchscreen to select your desired time
interval.
•Headlight Illumination On Approach
When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of
the amount of time the headlights remain on when the
doors are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. To change the Illuminated Approach status,
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