2016 Ram ProMaster door lock

General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
The central LOCK/UNLOCK button has an LED that
indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked. •
LED ON: Doors locked. Push central LOCK/
UNLOCK button once again to centrally unlock all
doors. The LED will switch off.
• LED OFF: Doors unlocked. Push the central LOCK/
UNLOCK button again to centrally lock all doors. The
doors will be locked only if all the doors are properly
closed.
Once the doors have been locked with the RKE transmit-
ter, it will no longer be possible to unlock them by
pushing central LOCK/UNLOCK button.
To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to
the detent.
The load compartment power door lock switch is located
on the driver door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or
unlock the load compartment doors.
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WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•For personal security and safety in the event of a
collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
• Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re-
move the Key Fob from the vehicle. When leaving
the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Load Compartment Power Door Lock Switch
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CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.
Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all
of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Automatic Door Locks
The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically
when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). The
auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled
through the EVIC or the Uconnect system.
Auto Unlock Doors
This feature unlocks all doors when the driver door is
open.
WINDOWS
Power Windows
The control on the left front door panel has UP/DOWN
switches that give you fingertip control of all power
windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on
the front passenger door for passenger window control
and on rear doors of the Crew Cab models. The windows
will operate when the ignition switch is turned to ON/
RUN and for three minutes after the ignition is turned
OFF or until a front door is opened.
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NOTE:The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the
power windows to operate for up to three minutes after
the ignition is turned OFF. This feature is cancelled when
either front door is opened.
WARNING!
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Power Window Switches
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Fuel Cut Off Switch
Your vehicle is equipped with a Fuel Cut Off safety
switch. In the event of an accident, if the communication
network remains intact, and the power remains intact,
depending on the nature of the event, the Fuel Cut Off
Switch may perform the following functions:
•Cut off fuel to the engine and turn off the engine.
• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the hazard light button is pressed. The hazard
lights can be deactivated by pressing the hazard light
button.
• Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power.
• Unlock the power door locks. NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition
to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key
from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine com-
partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and
starting the engine. If there are no fuel leaks or damage to
the vehicle electrical devices (e.g. headlights) after an
accident, reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch by following the
procedure described below.
WARNING!
If, after a crash, you smell fuel or see leaks from the
fuel system, do not reset the switches to avoid the
risk of fire.
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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Damper Weight Adjustment
Use the weight adjustment knob to set the required
setting based on body weight, with settings between
88 lbs (40 kg) and 286 lbs (130 kg).Swivel Seat — If Equipped
The swivel seat lever is located at the lower front inboard
side of the seat. The seat may be turned through 180°
toward the seat on the opposite side and approximately
35° toward the door. The seat may be locked in the
driving position or at the 180° position. To swivel the
seat, pull the swivel seat inboard lever outward, turn the
seat to the desired position and release the lever. The
swivel seat back lever is located at the lower front
outboard side of the seat, to tilt the seat back forward or
rearward.
If the vehicle is equipped with interlocking swivel seats,
the seats must be locked in facing forward position while
driving. If the seats are not in the correct position, a
warning will display in the EVIC.
If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in
facing forward position before the first vehicle move-
ment, shifting out of park is not allowed until the seats
Weight Adjustment Knob
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Buttons On The Touchscreen
Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the
Uconnect display.
Customer Programmable Features/Personal
Settings
Push the Settings button on the faceplate to display the
menu setting screen. In this mode the Uconnect system
allows you to access programmable features that may be
equipped such as Display, Clock & Date, Safety & Driv-
ing Assistance (if equipped), Lights, Doors & Locks,
Audio, Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped),
Restore Settings and Clear Personal Data.
NOTE:
•Only one category may be selected at a time.
• The Back arrow will change into a Done button if any
changes are made. When making a selection, press the button on the touch-
screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired
mode, press and release the preferred setting. Once the
setting is complete, either press the Back Arrow button
on the touchscreen or the Back button on the faceplate to
return to the previous menu or press the X button on the
touchscreen to return to the Main Settings screen. Press-
ing the Up or Down Arrow buttons on the touchscreen on
the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or
down through the available settings.
Display
After pressing the Display button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available:
•
Display Mode
Press the display mode button to set the display bright-
ness according to manual or auto condition. In auto mode
the display brightness is aligned to that of the instrument
panel.
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