2017 Ram ProMaster cruise control

WARNING!(Continued)
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow
this warning may result in serious injury or death.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 100 mph
(160 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control Lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic
Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if
multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same
time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System
can be reactivated by rotating the Electronic Speed Control
ON/OFF center ring and resetting the desired vehicle set
speed.
To Activate
Rotate the center ring upward on the electronic speed
control lever to turn the system ON. The Cruise Indicator
Light in the Instrument Cluster Display will illuminate. To
Electronic Speed Control Lever
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turn the system OFF, rotate the center ring upward a
second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off. The
system should be turned off when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when
not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the
system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could
lose control and have an accident. Always leave the
system OFF when you are not using it.
To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle
has reached the desired speed, move the electronic speed
control lever upward SET(+) and release. Release the
accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected
speed.
NOTE:The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed
and on level ground before moving the electronic speed
control lever upward SET(+).
To Deactivate
A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the RES button, or
normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set
speed memory. Rotating the center ring upward to turn the
system OFF or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the
set speed memory.
To Resume Speed
To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button and
release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph
(32 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 100 mph
(160 km/h).
To Vary The Speed Setting
To Increase Speed
When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can increase
speed by tapping the Speed Control lever up (+).
The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
radio settings if equipped. Refer to ”Uconnect Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for more informa-
tion. The speed increment shown is dependant on the
chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):
U.S. Speed (mph)
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Tapping the Speed Control lever up (+) once will result
in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the lever results in an increase of 1 mph.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
Instrument Panel Features Will Vary As Equipped
1 — Air Outlet10 — Lower Glove Compartment19 — Uconnect Phone Buttons
2 — Multifunction Lever (External Lights) 11 — Cup Holder 20 — Tilt Steering Column Release Lever
3 — Instrument Cluster 12 — USB Charger/12V21 — Horn
4 — Multifunction Lever (Front Wiper, Trip
Computer) 13 — Climate Controls
22 — Mute/Uconnect Voice Command
Buttons
5 — Radio (As Equipped) 14 — Lower Switch Ban23 — Cruise Control Switches
6 — Clip Board 15 — Cup Holders24 — Fuse Box Lid
7 — Upper Glove Compartment 16 — Gear Selector25 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
8 — Passenger Air Bag 17 — USB / AUX26 — Hood Release
9 — Storage Compartment 18 — Ignition Switch
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Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
Green TelltaleLight What It Means
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light — If Equipped
Green Telltale
Light What It Means
Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the cruise control has been set to a certain speed.
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Pressure Cap........................... .292
Radiator Cap .......................... .292
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......291, 315, 316
Corrosion Protection ....................... .297
Cruise Light ..............................119
Cupholders ........................... .94, 301
Customer Assistance ....................... .326
Customer Programmable Features ...............144
Dealer Service ............................ .280
Defroster, Windshield ........................51
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................278
Dimmer Control ............................75
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .....................76
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ....................296
Oil (Engine) ........................... .281
Power Steering ......................... .189
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................272
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................293
Door Ajar ............................... .104
Door Ajar Light ........................... .104
Door Locks ................................17
Door Locks, Automatic .......................18 Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .187
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................59
Electronic Brake Control System ................191
Brake Assist System ...................... .193
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........82
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............193
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........105
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................271
Jump Starting .......................... .267
Emission Control System Maintenance ............279
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .284
Block Heater ........................... .177
Break-In Recommendations ..................49
Checking Oil Level ...................... .281
Compartment .......................... .277
Compartment

Identification .................277
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................290, 316
Cooling .............................. .290
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................50, 226
Fails To Start ........................... .176
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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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INDEX 339

Seat Belt Reminder........................22
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .301
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................22
Seat Belts ............................. .21, 51
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ....................26
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ..........26
Child Restraint ...........................42
Front Seat ........................ .21, 23, 25
Inspection ..............................51
Operating Instructions ......................25
Pregnant Women .........................28
Pretensioners ............................28
Rear Seat ...............................23
Reminder ............................. .103
Untwisting Procedure ......................26
Seats ....................................61
Adjustment .............................61
Heated .................................68
Security Alarm .............................14
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............316
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................12
Service Assistance ......................... .326
Service Contract .......................... .328
Service Manuals .......................... .330
Shift Lever Override ....................... .272Shoulder Belts
.............................23
Signals, Turn .......................... .53, 118
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................217
Snow Tires ...............................211
Spare Tire ............................ .212, 214
Spark Plugs ............................. .316
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............................84
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................82
Starting ................................ .176
Automatic Transmission ....................176
Cold Weather .......................... .176
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .176
Steering Column Lock ............................81
Power ............................ .188, 189
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................156
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .
. . .156
Storage ..................................311
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .164, 311
Storing Your Vehicle .........................311
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ...........31
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .196
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .283
342 INDEX