2018 Ram 1500 Auto Wiper

▫Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .....71
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped ......72
 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................73
▫ Headlight Switch .......................73
▫ Headlights ............................74
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped . .74
▫ Multifunction Lever .....................74
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ..................74
▫ Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped .............................75
▫ Flash-To-Pass ..........................76
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .........76
▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights .............77
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ................77
▫ Headlight Delay ........................77
▫ Lights-On Reminder ......................77
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .................78 ▫
Turn Signals ...........................78
▫ Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..........79
▫ Cargo Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped ....79
▫ Battery Saver ...........................80
 INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................80
▫ Courtesy Lights .........................80
▫ Illuminated Approach ....................83
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........83
▫ Windshield Wipers ......................83
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ..........85
 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................86
▫ Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen . .86
▫ Manual Climate Controls With A Touchscreen . . .91
▫
Automatic Climate Controls With A Touchscreen. . .96
▫ Climate Control Functions .................103
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped ............................104
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Parking Lights And Panel Lights
To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel
lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn
off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to
the O (off) position.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if
the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are
turned off, if they were turned on by this feature.
NOTE: This feature can be programmed through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
Headlight Delay
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for
approximately up to 90 seconds. This delay is initiated
when the ignition is turned off while the headlight switch
is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight
delay can be canceled by either turning the headlight
switch on then off, or by turning the ignition to the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE: This feature can be programmed through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights, parking lights or cargo lights are left on
after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when
the driver ’s door is opened.
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Mist Feature
When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a
passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob, located
on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first
detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and
automatically shut off.
NOTE:The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The wash function must be used in order to
spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and auto-
matically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is
especially useful for road splash or overspray from the
windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of
the multifunction lever to one of five settings to activate
this feature.
NOTE: This feature can be programmed through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the
multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least
sensitive, and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensitive. Position 3 should be used for normal rain conditions.
Positions 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less
wiper sensitivity. Positions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver
desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the
O (off) position when not using the system.
NOTE:
•
The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
• The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly
when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
• Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or silicone
may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the
wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the
following conditions:
• Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is first
turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not operate
until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater
than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside temperature is
greater than 32°F (0°C).
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Setting NamesSetting Names
Abbreviated (Left Submenu Layer) Sub-Menus (Right Submenu Layer)
1 Language Select LanguageEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch,
Portuguese, Arabic (If Equipped)
2 Units Units U.S.; Metric
3 ParkSense ParkSense
•Notification — Sound Only; Sound & Display
• Front Volume — Low; Medium; High
• Rear Volume — Low; Medium; High
4 Tilt Mirror in Reverse Tilt Mirror in R On; Off
5 Rain Sensing Wipers Auto Wipers On; Off
6 Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist On; Off
7 Headlights Off Delay Lights Off Delay 0 seconds; 30 seconds; 60 seconds; 90 seconds
8 Illuminated Approach Lights w/ Unlock 0 seconds; 30 seconds; 60 seconds; 90 seconds
9 Headlights On with Wipers Lights w/ Wipers
On; Off
10 Automatic Highbeams Auto Highbeams On; Off
11 Flash Lights with Lock Lights w/ Lock
On; Off
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Towing
Condition Wheels
OFF The Ground 2WD Models
4WD Models
Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable:
•Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) maxdistance
(6–speed transmission)
• 30 miles (48 km) maxdistance
(8–speed transmission) See instructions in “Recreational Tow-
ing” under “Starting and Operating”
•
Automatic Transmission in PARK
• Manual Transmission in gear
(NOT NEUTRAL)
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL (N)
• To w i n forward direction
Wheel Lift Or Dolly To w Front
NOT ALLOWED
Rear OK NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to ”Manual Park Release” or “Gear
Selector Override” in this section for instructions on shift-
ing the automatic transmission out of PARK for towing.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................517
▫ Maintenance Plan ..................... .518
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ............522
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................523
▫ 3.6L Engine ..........................523
▫ 5.7L Engine ..........................524
▫ 6.4L Engine ..........................525
▫ Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........526
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................526
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................526
 DEALER SERVICE .......................527
▫ Engine Oil — Gas Engine .................528
▫ Engine Oil Filter .......................530
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................531 ▫
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............533
▫ Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) ............539
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............540
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .541
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................542
▫ Exhaust System ........................545
▫ Cooling System ........................546
▫ Brake System ........................ .552
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................553
▫ Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level ...............................556
▫ Transfer Case ........................ .557
 HOISTING ............................558
 TIRES ............................... .558
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Setting NameSelectable Options
NOTE:
Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see ac-
tive guidelines over the ParkView Back up camera display whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The im-
age will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check entire surroundings”
across the top of the screen. After five seconds, this note will disappear. ParkView Backup Camera Delay
NOTE:
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and the
navigation or audio screen appears again. When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned
ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines will be displayed for up to ten seconds after shifting out of RE-
VERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK or the igni-
tion is switched to the OFF position.
Rain Sensing Auto Wipers — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the windshield wip-
ers if it senses moisture on the windshield.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Hill Start Assist — If Equipped
NOTE:
When the “Hill Start Assist” feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system becomes active.
Lights
After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the
following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Headlight Off Delay 030609 0
Headlight Illumina- tion On Approach 03
0609 0
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Illumination On Approach” feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of the amount of time
the headlights remain on when the doors are unlocked with the key fob. Headlights WithWipers — IfEquipped On
Off
Auto Dim High Beams — If On
Off
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