2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab change key battery

To Lock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors, and the tailgate. The turn signal lights will flash and
the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are
locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or
turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as
follows:
•For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,
refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.
NOTE: Pushing the lock button on the key fob while you
are in the vehicle will activate the vehicle security alarm
system. Opening a door with the vehicle security alarm
system activated will cause the alarm to sound. Push the
unlock button to deactivate the vehicle security alarm
system.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push the Panic
button on the key fob. When the Panic Alarm is activated,
the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off,
and the interior lights will turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
• The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition
in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm
is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will
remain on.
• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the
system.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With Remote
Control
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
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3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the
battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on
the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip,
located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new
battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery
deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together, reposition and secure the screw as shown in
step #2 for removal.
Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho-
rized dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION SWITCH
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped
The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
Separating Key Fob Case
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CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove
the key from the ignition and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
Keyless Push Button Ignition — If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless
Entry key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions; three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start RUN
will illuminate.
NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button, with your foot applied on the brake
pedal, and push to operate the ignition switch.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key fob is in the
ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, a
chime will sound to remind you to remove the key fob.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
1—OFF
2 — ACC (Accessory)
3 — ON/RUN
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NOTE:
•After pushing the door handle lock button, you must
wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the
doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is
done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by
pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting
and unlocking.
• The Passive Entry system will not operate if the key fob
battery is dead. The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the key fob
lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle’s
interior door panel.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto
door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your
Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
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Jump Starting............................ .343
Key Fob Panic Alarm .............................22
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 32
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....22
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......25
Key-In Reminder ............................28
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .36, 240
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ................449, 470
Passive Entry ............................36
Passive Entry Programming ...........36, 449, 470
Key, Replacement ...........................32
Keys ....................................19
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................31
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................73
Lane Change Assist ..........................73
Latches ................................. .234
Hood ..................................98
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .428
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .234
Life Of Tires ............................. .406
Light Bulbs .............................. .234
Lights .................................. .234AirBag .........................147, 193, 232
Automatic Headlights
......................70
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .168
Brake Warning ......................... .147
Bulb Replacement ....................... .323
Cap Top Clearance ...................... .328
Cargo .................................73
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .326
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .74, 75
Cruise ............................... .156
Daytime Running .........................69
Engine Temperature Warning ................148
Exterior .............................. .234
Fog ........................... .72, 154, 326
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .................258
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................318
Headlights ..............................67
High Beam ..............................69
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................
69
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............170
Illuminated Entry .........................76
Interior ............................. .74, 75
Low Fuel ............................. .153
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........150
Park ................................. .155
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