2016 Ram 2500 light

Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light— If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light
This light will blink and alert the driver that the vehicle is changing to a lower ride height.
4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
Light What It Means
4WD Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
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4 Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
4 Low Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the four-wheel drive LOW mode. The front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide in-
creased torque at the wheels.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information on four-wheel drive operation and proper use.
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Service 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Service 4WD Indicator Light
If the light stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not func-
tioning properly and that service is required. We recommend you drive to the nearest ser-
vice center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
2WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
Light What It Means
2WD Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the two-wheel drive mode.
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Wait To Start Light — If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
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 condi-
tions. Vehicle will not initiate start until telltale is out. Refer to “Starting Procedures” in
“Starting and Operating” for further information.
NOTE:
The “Wait To Start” telltale may not illuminate if the intake manifold temperature is
warm enough.
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Water in Fuel Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Water in Fuel Indicator Light
The “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illuminate 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 “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
Light What It Means
Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator Light
The Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Indicator will illuminate if the vehicle is low on Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF). Refer to “Starting And Operating” for further information.
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Green Telltale Indicator Lights
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
Green TelltaleLight What It Means
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
Green Telltale
Light What It Means
Front Fog Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
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Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Green Tell-tale Light What It Means
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
The instrument cluster arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as se-
lected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multi-
function lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
NOTE:
•A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either
turn signal on.
•Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
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Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped
Green TelltaleLight What It Means
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light
This telltale will illuminate when the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode.
Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped
Green Telltale
Light What It Means
Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the electronic speed control has been set.
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