2017 Ram ProMaster service indicator

WARNING!(Continued)
vehicle control could occur that may result in an
accident involving serious injury or death.
• Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including personal
information.
For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in the
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” section.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“Check fuel cap” message will be displayed in the instru-
ment cluster display. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display”
in ”Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information. Tighten the gas cap until a clickingsound is
heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened.
Push the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If
the problem persists, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn
on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light
off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an
inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on
when the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is
ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not ready
for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you
can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your
vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
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2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ONposition, you will see the “Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return
to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the igni-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is not readyand you should notproceed
to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off posi-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is readyand you can proceed to the I/M
station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle
as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to
update. A recheck with the above test routine may then
indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled main-
tenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the
designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the
use of non-MOPAR parts for maintenance and repairs will
not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel,
special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera-
tions in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available
which include detailed service information for your ve-
hicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any
procedure yourself.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems may void your warranty and could result in civil
penalties being assessed against you.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
This means that service is required for your vehicle.
Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer
tow, and extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Brake Fluid.............................. .317
Brake, Parking ............................ .189
Brake System ......................... .191, 294
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .191
Fluid Check ........................... .294
Parking .............................. .189
Warning Light .......................... .107
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................179
Bulb Replacement .......................311,312
Bulbs, Light ........................... .53, 311
Camera, Rear ..............................89
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .315
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .227
Power Steering ......................... .189
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................292
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................50, 226
Cargo Light ...............................78
Car Washes .............................. .297
Cellular Phone ........................... .157
Certification Label ......................... .228
Chains, Tire ............................. .217
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .200
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .279 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety
................50
Checks, Safety .............................50
Child Restraint .............................42
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................45
Child Restraints ..........................42
Child Seat Installation ......................48
Infants And Child Restraints .................44
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........44
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .223
Climate Control ........................... .157
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .176
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................156
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .212
Console, Overhead ..........................91
Contract, Service .......................... .328
Coolant

Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............292
Cooling System ........................... .290
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................291
Coolant Capacity ........................ .315
Coolant Level ....................... .290, 293
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................293
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................290
Inspection ............................. .293
Points To Remember ..................... .29310
INDEX 335

Introduction................................4
Jump Starting ............................ .267
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....16
Key-In Reminder ............................12
Key, Replacement ...........................13
Keys ....................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................12
Lane Change Assist ..........................76
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................23
Latches ..................................53
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .223
Leaks, Fluid ...............................53
Life Of Tires ............................. .216
Light Bulbs ........................... .53, 311
Lights ................................ .53, 74
AirBag ............................ .51, 103
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .195
Brake Warning ......................... .107
Bulb Replacement ....................... .312
Cruise ................................119
Daytime Running .........................75
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................74, 76 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
......195
Exterior ................................53
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................242
Headlights ..............................74
High Beam ..............................76
Illuminated Entry .........................14
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........115
Park .............................. .76, 119
Passing ................................76
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .103
Service ............................... .312
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............112
Traction Control ........................ .195
Turn Signal ....................... .53, 74, 118
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .......118
Loading Vehicle ....................... .228, 230
Capacities ............................. .230
Tires................................. .204
Locks Automatic Door ..........................18
Door ..................................
17
Lubrication, Body ......................... .289
Lug Nuts ............................... .243
Maintenance Free Battery .....................286
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Maintenance Procedures..................... .281
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .320
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .....115,279
Manual, Service ........................... .330
Methanol ............................... .224
Mirrors ..................................58
Electric Remote ...........................59
Exterior Folding ..........................58
Heated .................................59
Outside ................................58
Rearview ...............................58
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................219
MOPAR Parts ......................... .280, 329
MTBE/ETBE ............................. .224
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................74
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................49
Occupant Restraints .........................20
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .................223
Oil Change Indicator ....................... .124
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...................124
Oil, Engine ........................... .281, 316
Capacity .............................. .315Change Interval
........................ .282
Checking ............................. .281
Disposal .............................. .283
Filter ............................. .283, 316
Filter Disposal .......................... .283
Identification Logo ...................... .282
Materials Added To ...................... .283
Pressure Warning Light ....................109
Recommendation .....................282, 315
Synthetic ............................. .283
Viscosity .......................... .282, 315
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .283
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .283
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .109
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................278
Operator

Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................58
Overhead Console ...........................91
Overheating, Engine ....................... .242
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........4,330
Paint Care ............................... .297
Parking Brake ............................ .189
ParkSense System, Rear .......................85
Passing Light ..............................76
340 INDEX

Telescoping Steering Column...................81
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........204, 205
Tire Markings ............................ .198
Tires.......................... .53, 207, 212, 331
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .216
Air Pressure ........................... .207
Chains ............................... .217
Compact Spare ......................... .212
General Information ...................207, 212
High Speed ............................ .209
Inflation Pressures ....................... .209
Life Of Tires ........................... .216
Load Capacity ...................... .204, 205
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............219
Pressure Warning Light ....................112
Quality Grading ........................ .331
Radial ............................... .210
Replacement ........................... .216
Rotation .............................. .218
Safety ............................ .198, 207
Sizes ................................ .200
Snow Tires .............................211
Spare Tire ......................... .212, 214
Spinning .............................. .214
Trailer Towing .......................... .235Tread Wear Indicators
.....................215
Tire Safety Information ...................... .198
Tire Service Kit ............244, 245, 247, 248, 250, 251
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................233
Torque Converter Clutch .....................185
Towing ............................. .230, 272
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .272
Guide ................................ .233
Recreational ........................... .239
Weight ............................... .233
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............239
T
raction ................................ .186
Traction Control .......................... .192
Traction Control Switch ..................... .192
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................196
Trailer Towing ............................ .230
Cooling System Tips ..................... .239
Hitches ............................... .232
Minimum Requirements ....................234
Tips ................................. .238
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................233
Wiring ............................... .236
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .233
Trailer Weight ............................ .233
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