2016 Ram 2500 ECU

2. With the side gates open, position the extender so theoutboard ends align with the intended slots in the
sides of the bed. 3. Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends
are secured into the intended slots of the bed.
4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position.
Center Handle And Lock
1 — Center Handle Lock
2 — Handle
Aligning Gate To Slots
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5. Lock the center handle to secure the panel into place.
Extender Position
The extender position allows you to load the bed of the
truck beyond the tail gate. The bed extender will add an
additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of the truck whenadditional cargo room is needed. The extender position
utilizes a locating pin and rotating handle located on both
sides of the truck bed near the tailgate.
Side Gates Closed
Extender Position
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4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secureinto place.WARNING!
To reduce the risk of potential injury or property
damage:
•Cargo must be secured.
• Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle.
• Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie downs.
• Extender should not be used as cargo tie down.
• When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs
(68 kg) load on the tailgate.
• The bed extender is not intended for off road use.
• When not in use, the extender/divider should be in
stowed or divider position with the tailgate closed.
• When in use all handles are to be in the locked
position.
Locking Tab
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Bed Rail Tie-Down System
CAUTION!
The maximum load per cleat should not exceed
250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of the load on each cleat
should not exceed 45 degrees above horizontal, or
damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed
that can be used to assist in securing cargo.
Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of
the detents, along either rail, in order to keep cargo
properly secure.
To move the cleat to any position on the rail, turn the nut
counterclockwise, approximately three turns. Then pull
Adjustable Cleats
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6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
NOTE:Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck
pickup box.
WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly,
the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap
or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the
overhanging camper compartment and be free of
leaks.
Locking Tailgate
The lock is located next to the tailgate handle. The
tailgate can be locked using the vehicle key or by locking
the truck with the key-fob if equipped with remote
keyless entry.
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tri-Fold Tonneau
Cover which consists of different features:
• Easy Tri-Fold cover
• Tonneau fore aft locator
• Crosscar inside bed locator
• Front and rear clamps
• Stowage strap
• Locking Capability
NOTE: The Tonneau Cover can be folded up and secured
at the front of the box without removing completely.
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal
To remove the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps:
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▫DID Selectable Menu Items ..............363
 CYBERSECURITY ...................... .376
 UCONNECT SETTINGS ..................378
▫ Buttons On The Faceplate ................380
▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen ..............380
▫ Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 5.0
Personal Settings ..................... .380
▫ Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect
8.4A/8.4AN Personal Settings ............396
 UCONNECT RADIOS ...................415
 iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .416
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .417
▫ Radio Operation ..................... .417▫
CD Player — If Equipped ................418
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........418
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES . .419
▫ Regulatory And Safety Information .........419
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................420
▫ Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen —
If Equipped ........................ .421
▫ Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If
Equipped .......................... .426
▫ Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen —
If Equipped ........................ .431
▫ Climate Control Functions ...............437
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......439
▫ Operating Tips ...................... .441
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Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
Red Warning
Light What It Means
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and
the gauge approaches
H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after
reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause a continuous chime sound for 4
minutes, or until the engine is allowed to cool, whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on,
turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature read-
ing does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If Your
Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information.
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Setting NamesSetting Names Abbreviated
(Left Submenu Layer) Sub-Menus (Right Submenu
Layer)
•Utility
• 5th Wheel
33 Compass Variance Compass Var1-15 increments of 1
34 Calibrate Compass Compass CalCancel; Calibrate
35 Fuel Saver Display Fuel SaverOn; Off
36 Park Assist Front Chime Vol- ume Park Assist Front Chime Vol-
ume On; Off
37 Park Assist Rear Chime Volume Park Assist Rear Chime Volume On; Off
CYBERSECURITY
Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be
equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These
networks allow your vehicle to send and receive infor-
mation. This information allows systems and features in
your vehicle to function properly.Your vehicle may be equipped with certain security
features to reduce the risk of unauthorized and unlawful
access to vehicle systems and wireless communications.
Vehicle software technology continues to evolve over
time and FCA US LLC, working with its suppliers,
evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed. Similar
to a computer or other devices, your vehicle may require
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