2016 Ram 2500 lights

•Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition
is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
“Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake
Pedal and Push Button to Start”.
• Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An
example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams
On”.
Diesel Indicator Lights
This area will show reconfigurable amber telltales that
relate to your diesel. These telltales include:
NOTE: “Refer to your OM on DVD for additional telltale
information” Water In Fuel Indicator Light
The “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illu-
minate when there is water detected in the fuel
filters. If this light remains on, DO NOT start
the vehicle before you drain the water from the
fuel filters to prevent engine damage. Refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures/Draining Fuel/Water Separator Fil-
ters” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Wait To Start Light
The “Wait To Start” telltale will illuminate for
approximately two seconds when the ignition is
turned to the RUN position. It’s duration may be longer
based on colder operating conditions. Vehicle will not
initiate start until telltale is out. Refer to “Starting Proce-
dures” in “Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

•A 12 Volt heater built into the fuel filter housings aid in
preventing fuel gelling. It is controlled by a built-in
thermostat.
• A heated intake air system both improves engine
starting and reduces the amount of white smoke
generated by a warming engine.
Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air
Temperature Above 66° F (19° C)
Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting
the engine.
1. Always apply the parking brake.
2. Shift into PARK for an automatic transmission. For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, fully
press and hold the clutch pedal and shift into NEU-
TRAL. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and watch
the instrument panel cluster lights.
CAUTION!
If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO
NOT START the engine before you drain the water
from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage. Refer to
“Maintenance Procedures/Draining Fuel/Water Sepa-
rator Filter” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and crank the engine. Do not press the accelerator during
starting.
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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.
NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE
Observe the following when the engine is operating.
• All message center lights are off.
• Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is off.
• Engine oil pressure is above 10 psi (69 kPa) at idle. •
Voltmeter operation:
The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various
engine temperatures. This cycling operation is caused by
the post-heat cycle of the intake manifold heater system.
The number of cycles and the length of the cycling
operation is controlled by the engine control module.
Post-heat operation can run for several minutes, and then
the electrical system and voltmeter needle will stabilize.
The cycling action will cause temporary dimming of the
headlamps, interior lamps, and also a noticeable reduc-
tion in blower motor speed.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING

JUMP STARTING
WARNING!
•To prevent personal injury or damage to clothing,
do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or
fabrics. Do not lean over a battery when connecting
jumper cables or allow cable clamps to touch each
other. Keep open flames or sparks away from
battery vent holes. Always wear eye protection
when working with batteries.
• Do not use a booster battery or any other booster
source that has a greater than 12 Volt system, i.e., do
not use a 24 Volt power source.
NOTE: Replacement batteries should both be of equal
size to prevent damage to the vehicle’s charging system.
Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt batteries. If it
becomes necessary to use a booster battery with jumper cables to start a vehicle’s engine because its batteries are
discharged, the following procedure should be used:
Set the parking brake and place an automatic transmis-
sion in PARK (or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission).
Turn off lights, heater and other electrical loads. Observe
charge indicator (if equipped) in both batteries. If the
indicator (if equipped) is light or yellow on either battery,
replace that battery.
CAUTION!
Use the jump start procedure only when the charge
indicator (if equipped) in both batteries is dark in the
center. Do not attempt jump starting when either
battery charge indicator (if equipped) is bright or
yellow. If the charge indicator (if equipped) has a
green dot in the center, failure to start is not due to a
discharged battery and cranking system should be
checked.
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Cruise Light..............................58
Diesel Fuel ............................. .108
Diesel Fuel Requirements ....................108
Bulk Storage Of ........................117
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming ...............135
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................142
Door Ajar ...............................35
Door Ajar Light ...........................35
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter ...........131
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........32
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......63
Engine ................................ .124
Air Cleaner .......................... .128
Block Heater ...................... .100 , 107
Break-In Recommendations .................13
Compartment ......................... .124Coolant (Antifreeze)
.....................147
Identification ......................... .124
Idling .............................. .104
Oil............................. .126 , 147
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .127
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .128
Engine Fuel .......................... .131
Engine Oil ....................... .128 , 147
Engine Oil Disposal .....................128
Flashers Turn Signal ............................57
Fluid Capacities ......................... .146
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .144
Fluid, Brake ............................ .150
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........147
Fog Lights ...............................46
392 INDEX - RAM 1500

Fuel.................................. .108
Adding ..............................114
Diesel ........................... .108 , 147
Filter ............................... .131
Light .................................43
Requirements ......................... .108
Specifications ......................... .109
Tank Capacity ......................... .146
Fueling .................................114
Gauges Voltmeter ............................ .102
Information Center, Vehicle ...................63
Instrument Cluster .........................17
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ..............71
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................99 Lights
AirBag ...............................25
Brake Warning ..........................26
Cruise .............................58,60
Engine Temperature Warning ................29
Fog ..................................46
Low Fuel ..............................43
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........36
Park ..............................56,58
Seat Belt Reminder .......................24
Security Alarm ..........................28
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............40
Turn Signal ............................57
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .29 , 57
Maintenance Procedures ....................125
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .152
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......36
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INDEX - RAM 1500 393

Exhaust Brake........................... .281
Exhaust System .......................... .367
Filters Engine Fuel .......................... .344
Engine Oil ....................... .340 , 374
Engine Oil Disposal .....................340
Flashers Turn Signal .......................... .222
Fluid Capacities ......................... .373
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .360
Manual Transmission ....................362
Transfer Case ......................... .362
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........374
Fog Lights ..............................211
Fuel .................................. .307
Adding ......................... .312 , 315
Diesel ....................... .307 , 315 , 374Filter
............................... .344
Light ............................... .209
Requirements ......................... .307
Specifications ......................... .308
Tank Capacity ......................... .373
Fueling ............................... .312
Gauges Voltmeter ............................ .272
Gear Ranges ............................ .287
Idle Up Feature .......................... .276
Information Center, Vehicle ..................228
Instrument Cluster ....................... .183
Intervention Regeneration Strategy .............233
Jump Starting ........................... .326
Keyless Enter-N-Go ....................... .261
398 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500

LightsAirBag ............................. .191
Brake Warning ........................ .192
Cruise .......................... .223 , 225
Engine Temperature Warning ...............195
Fog .................................211
Low Fuel ............................ .209
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........202
Park ............................ .221 , 223
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .190
Security Alarm ........................ .194
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............206
Turn Signal .......................... .222
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . .195 , 222
Maintenance Procedures ....................335
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .380
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......202
Manual Transmission ..................... .298Fluid Level Check
...................... .362
Shift Speeds .......................... .300
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................173
Noise Control Maintenance .......................... .367
Tampering Prohibited ....................368
Noise Emission Warranty ....................366
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .381
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .197
Oil, Engine ............................. .336
Capacity ............................ .373
Change Interval ....................... .337
Dipstick ............................. .336
Disposal ............................. .340
Filter ........................... .340 , 374
Filter Disposal ........................ .340
Identification Logo ..................... .337
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INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 399