2017 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab trailer

change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), push the center of the
control knob one or more times to select or change a setting
(i.e., ON, OFF).
Your Uconnect system may also have Screen Off and Back
buttons located below the Uconnect system.
Push the Screen Off button to turn off the Uconnect
touchscreen. Push the Screen Off button a second time to
turn the touchscreen on.
Push the Back button to exit out of a Menu or certain
option on the Uconnect system.
Buttons On The Touchscreen
Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect
display.
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 5.0
Personal Settings
Push the MORE or SETTINGS button on the faceplate, then
press the “Settings” button on the touchscreen (if
equipped) to display the settings menu screen. In this
mode the Uconnect system allows you to access program-
mable features that may be equipped such as Display,Units, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance, Lights,
Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped), Engine Off
Options, Trailer Brake, Audio, Compass Settings, Phone/
Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore Settings,
Clear Personal Data and System Information.
NOTE:
Only one category may be selected at a time.
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 until the
button is highlighted. Once the setting is complete, either
press the back arrow or the “Done” button on the touch-
screen or the Back button on the faceplate to return to the
previous menu. Pressing 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 list of available
settings.
NOTE: All settings should be changed with the ignition in
the RUN position.
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Trailer Brake
After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Trailer Select Trailer 1Trailer 2Trailer 3 Trailer 4
Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOHHeavy EOH
Audio
After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen, the
following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Balance/Fade Speaker Icon (Arrow Buttons) C
NOTE: The “Balance/Fade” feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade settings. Press and drag the speaker
icon or use the arrows to adjust, tap the “C” icon to readjust to the center.
Equalizer +–
NOTE: When in the “Equalizer” display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble settings.
Speed Adjusted Vol- ume Off
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NOTE: The “Speed Adjusted Volume” feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed.
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System Information
After pressing the “System Information” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
System Information System Software Information Screen
NOTE: When the “System Information” feature is selected, a “System Software Information” screen will appear, dis-
playing the system software version.
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect
8.4/8.4 NAV Personal Settings
Press the “Apps” button on the touchscreen then press the
“Settings” button on the touchscreen to display the settings
menu screen. In this mode the Uconnect system allows you
to access programmable features that may be equipped
such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance,
Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped),
Engine Off Options, Trailer Brake, Audio, Phone/
Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore Settings,
Clear Personal Data and System Information.
NOTE: Only one category may be selected at a time.
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 until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected. 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 close
out of the settings screen. Pressing 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 list of
available settings.
NOTE:
All settings should be changed with the ignition in
the RUN position.
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Engine Off Options
After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Engine Off Power Delay +–
NOTE: When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone
system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain
active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
Headlight Off Delay +“–
NOTE: When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on
for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Trailer Brake
After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Trailer Select Trailer 1Trailer 2Trailer 3 Trailer 4
Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOHHeavy EOH
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▫Shallow Standing Water ..................348
 POWER STEERING ..................... .349
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...............350
 PARKING BRAKE ...................... .350
 BRAKE SYSTEM ....................... .352
▫ Hydraulic Brake Assist ...................352
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM .....353
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) ......353
▫ Brake System Warning Light ...............353
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............353
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light .............354
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ................355
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...................355
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) .............357
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...........358
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ...........361
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) — If Equipped . . . .362 ▫
Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . . .362
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ..............365
▫ Tire Markings ........................ .365
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............368
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ...........370
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ............371
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .........376
▫ Tire Pressure ......................... .376
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ..................377
▫ T

ire Pressures For High Speed Operation .....378
▫ Tire Maintenance And Replacement ..........378
▫ Radial Ply Tires ....................... .378
▫ Tire Types ........................... .379
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ..............380
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................380
▫ Tire Spinning ........................ .382
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...................383
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▫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
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▫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
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When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as when
operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, in
hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while
towing a heavy trailer), use the Electronic Range Select
(ERS) shift control (refer to “Electronic Range Select (ERS)
Operation” in this section for further information) to select
a lower gear range. Under these conditions, using a lower
gear range will improve performance and extend transmis-
sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.
If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating
limits, the powertrain controller will modify the transmis-
sion shift schedule and expand the range of torque con-
verter clutch engagement. This is done to prevent trans-
mission damage due to overheating.
If the transmission becomes extremely hot or is in danger
of overheating, the “Transmission Temperature Warning
Light” may illuminate and the transmission may operate
differently until the transmission cools down.NOTE:
Use caution when operating a heavily loaded
vehicle at low speeds (such as towing a trailer up a steep
grade, or in stop-and-go traffic) during hot weather. In
these conditions, torque converter slip can impose a sig-
nificant additional heat load on the cooling system. Down-
shifting the transmission to the lowest possible gear (when
climbing a grade), or shifting to NEUTRAL (when stopped
in heavy traffic) can help to reduce this excess heat
generation.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be
modified depending on engine and transmission tempera-
ture as well as vehicle speed. This feature improves warm
up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maxi-
mum efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter clutch
is inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm (refer to
the “Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” in this sec-
tion).
On models with 66RFE transmission, top overdrive gear is
also inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm, and
during extremely cold temperatures (-16°F [-27°C] or be-
low), operation may briefly be limited to first and direct
gears only. On trucks with AS66RC transmission, fifth and
sixth gears may be inhibited briefly on cold starts below
41°F (5°C), and during very cold temperatures (-4°F [-20°C]
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