2017 Ram 4500 Chassis Cab wheel

IconDescription
Panel Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Floor Mode
Mix Mode
Modes Control
Rotate the Mode Control Knob to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow distribution
mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost out-
lets and demist outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:
• Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can
be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off
wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these
outlets.
• Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel out-
lets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
•Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
• Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting
works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This
setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

IconDescription
Touchscreen Buttons
• Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from
the lowest blower setting. The blower speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob
counterclockwise.
• Touchscreen: Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower
icon to increase the blower setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.
Panel Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Floor Mode
Mix Mode
Modes Control
Push the button in the center of the knob, or press the desired mode on the touchscreen, to
change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets. The
Mode settings are as follows:
• Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can
be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off
wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these
outlets.
• Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel out-
lets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Climate (8.4/8.4 NAV)
Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free
and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving
ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.)
Push the VR button
. After the beep, say one of the
following commands:
• Set driver temperature to 70degrees
• Set passenger temperature to 70degrees
TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to
adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice
Command will not work to adjust the heated seats or
steering wheel if equipped.
Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV Climate
4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305

Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
Siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, select
media, place phone calls and much more. Siri uses your
natural language to understand what you mean and will
respond back to confirm your requests. The system is
designed to keep your eyes on the road and your hands on
the wheel by letting Siri help you perform useful tasks.
To enable Siri push and hold, then release the Uconnect
Voice Recognition (VR) button on the steering wheel. After
you hear a double beep you can ask Siri to play podcasts
and music, get directions, read text messages and many
other useful requests.
Siri Eyes Free Available
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

2. After the double beep, begin speaking to Siri.
Examples of Siri commands and questions:•Play Rolling Stones
• Send text message to John
• Read text message from Sarah
• Take me to the nearest coffee shop
NOTE: •Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while
facing straight ahead to ensure your command is
understood.
• Siri is available on iPhone 4S and later.
Do Not Disturb
With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications from
incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes
on the road and hands on the wheel. For your convenience,
there is a counter display to keep track of your missed calls
and text messages while you were using Do Not Disturb.
Siri Eyes Free
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................321
▫ Normal Starting ....................... .321
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................321
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition .............322
▫ Normal Starting ....................... .322
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or 29°C) . .323
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ..................323
▫ After Starting ......................... .324
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED .....325
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............325
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ................326
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .327
▫ Six–Speed Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped ......................... .327
POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED
(CHASSIS CAB ONLY) ....................336
▫ Stationary Mode ...................... .336
▫ Mobile Mode ......................... .337
 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .338
▫ Manually Shifted Transfer Case — If Equipped . .338
▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Four-Position
Switch) — If Equipped ..................342
 LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL ..............346
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..........347
▫ Acceleration .......................... .347
▫ Traction ............................. .347
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ..............348
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ...................348
5

▫Life Of Tire .......................... .383
▫ Replacement Tires ..................... .384
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .........385
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ......386
▫ Dual Rear Wheels ..................... .387
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..................388
▫ Treadwear ........................... .388
▫ Traction Grades ....................... .389
▫ Temperature Grades .....................389
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . . .389
▫ Base System — If Equipped ...............391
▫ Premium System ...................... .392
▫ Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) Chassis
Cab — If Equipped .....................394
▫ General Information .....................396
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................396
▫ 6.4L Engine .......................... .396▫
Reformulated Gasoline ..................396
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...............397
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .........397
▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ......398
▫ MMT In Gasoline ...................... .398
▫ Materials Added To Fuel .................398
▫ Fuel System Cautions ....................399
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ...............399
 ADDING FUEL ........................ .400
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .............400
 VEHICLE

LOADING .....................401
▫ Certification Label ..................... .401
 TRAILER TOWING ..................... .403
▫ Common Towing Definitions ...............403
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ................407
▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings) ............................ .407
5
STARTING AND OPERATING 319

▫Trailer And Tongue Weight ...............408
▫ Towing Requirements ...................408
▫ Towing Tips .......................... .414
 SNOWPLOW .......................... .415
▫ Before Plowing ....................... .416
▫ Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability . . . .416
▫ Over The Road Operation With Snowplow
Attached ............................ .417
▫ Operating Tips ........................ .417▫
General Maintenance ....................417
 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....................418
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle. . . .418
▫ Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive
Models ............................. .419
▫ Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive
Models ............................. .419
320 STARTING AND OPERATING