2016 Ram ProMaster remote start

3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, parkthe vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
NOTE: The remote positive (+)post is located in the
engine compartment on the driver’s side under the cover
of the Front Power Distribution Center.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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4. Connect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the discharged
vehicle.
NOTE: The remote negative (-)post is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-)
post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri-
cal spark could cause the battery to explode and
could result in personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery. Let the engine idle a few minutes and then
start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery. 6. Once the engine is started, disconnect the jumper
cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive end (+)of the jumper cable
from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the remote positive (+)post of the dis-
charged vehicle.
5. Close the cover of the Front Power Distribution Cen- ter.
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If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough without engine operation,
the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to
degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
Battery Location
There are two remote jump starting posts under the hood
which is the recommended jump start location. If access
to the battery is needed, an access panel on the driver ’s
side floor will allow for battery access.
Access Panel
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Customer Assistance...................... .419
Customer Programmable Features .............190
Data Recorder, Event .......................53
Dealer Service ........................... .357
Defroster, Windshield ....................66, 207
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................354
Dimmer Control ...........................93
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................95
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................379
Oil (Engine) .......................... .358
Power Steering ........................ .238
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................347
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................374
Door Ajar .............................. .136
Door Ajar Light ......................... .136
Door Locks ..............................20 Door Locks, Automatic
......................22
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .235
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................73
Electronic Brake Control System ...............241
Brake Assist System .....................244
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........102
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............244
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........137
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Exit Trip ............................. .166
NewTrip ............................ .166
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................166
Trip Computer ........................ .166
Trip Functions ........................ .167
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................344
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