2018 Ram ProMaster City settings

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the
end of the multifunction lever to theOsymbol.
NOTE:
• The low beams and side/tail lights will not be on with
DRL. The DRL function may be programmed to be on or
off through the Uconnect system screen. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.
High Beams
With the low beams activated, pull the multifunc-
tion lever towards the steering wheel to turn on the
high beams. A high beam symbol will illuminate in the
cluster to indicate the high beams are on. Pull the multi-
function lever a second time to switch the headlights back
to low beam.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn
on until the lever is released.
Parking Lights
To turn on the parking lights, remove the key or
turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK position and
turn on the headlights.
Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have
the headlights remain on for a preset period of time after
the engine is turned OFF.
Activation
Remove the key or turn the ignition to the STOP (OFF/
LOCK) position, and pull the multifunction lever toward
the steering wheel within two minutes. Each time the lever
is pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by 30
seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to a
maximum of 210 seconds.
Deactivation
Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and
hold it for more than two seconds.
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Manual Climate Control Descriptions
IconDescription
A/C Button
Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illuminate when the
A/C system is engaged. The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode con-
trol selection.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air
mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high
humidity are present.
NOTE:
•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fog-
ging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
•The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on
the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for
maximum defogging.
•Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.
Front Defrost
Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window
defrosting and defogging. Turn the knob to the Front Defrost position. Air comes from the
windshield and side window demist outlets.
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IconDescription
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn On the rear window defroster and the
heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window de-
froster is On. The rear window defroster automatically turns OFF after 20 minutes.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotat-
ing the knob counterclockwise, from top center into the blue area of the scale, indicates cooler
temperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red area, indicates warmer temperatures.
Blower Control
There are four blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the
system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise
from the OFF position.
Modes Control
Push the button in the center of the knob to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow
distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
defrost outlets and demist outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:
Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be
moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel lo-
cated below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
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System Maintenance
In winter, the climate control system must be turned on at
least once a month for about ten minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized dealer before
the summer.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Climate Control Functions
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to
manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning sys-
tem. When the air conditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into the
cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the A/C button to
turn off the air conditioning and manually adjust the
blower and airflow mode settings. Also, make sure to select
only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor modes.
NOTE:
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass,
select Defrost mode and increase blower speed if
needed.
• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than
expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (located
in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of dirt or
insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from the front of
the radiator and through the condenser.
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Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions
Control Settings Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions Chart
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•Language
• Buzzer Volume
• Belt Buzzer
• Day Lights
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the instrument
panel to the right of the steering column:
• MENU Button
Push and release the MENUbutton for a time longer than
one second to access/select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the
MENU
button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected
features that can be reset.
• UP Arrow Button
Push and release the uparrow button to scroll upward
through the main menu and submenus.
• DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the downarrow button to scroll down-
ward through the main menu and submenus.
NOTE: If equipped with a Uconnect system, some of the
menu items will be present in the radio head unit. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa-
tion.
Dimmer:
With headlights on and without entering in the menu, push
the upordown arrow button to increase or decrease the
brightness of the instrument panel, graphics and command
buttons.
Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to display
the first submenu option.
Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons
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3. Select the required option and then pushMENU.
4. If selecting the “Time” submenu, briefly push MENU,
the “hours” will flash on the display.
5. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
6. Push the MENUbutton; the “minutes” will flash on the
display.
7. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
8. Push the MENUbutton briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the MENUbutton down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time
the upordown arrow button is pushed. Hold down the
button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly and auto-
matically. Complete the adjustment when you approach
the desired value.
When you select “Mode”, pushing the MENUbutton
makes the mode flash on the display.
1. Push upordown arrow button to select 24hor12h. 2. When you have made the required settings, push the
MENU button briefly to go back to the submenu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the main menu
screen without saving.
3. Hold the MENUbutton down again to return to the
standard screen or to the main menu according to where
you are in the menu.
Set Date
With this function, it is possible to set the date.
To adjust the date:
1. Push the MENUbutton; the “year” will flash on the
display.
2. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
3. Push the MENUbutton; the “month” will flash on the
display.
4. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
5. Push the MENUbutton; the “day” will flash on the
display.
6. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
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1. If the set distance unit of measurement ismi(km) the
fuel consumption unit will be displayed in mpg(km/l
or l/100 km).
2. Push and release the upordown arrow button to select.
When you select the Temperaturesubmenu: briefly push-
ing the MENU button the display will show °Cor°F
depending on the previous setting.
1. Push and release the upordown arrow button to select.
2. When you have made the required settings, push the MENU button briefly to go back to the submenu screen
or hold the MENUbutton down to go back to the main
menu screen without saving.
3. Hold the MENUbutton down again to return to the
standard screen or to the main menu according to where
you are in the menu.
Language
Display messages can be shown in different languages. To
set the desired language, proceed as follows:
1. Push the MENUbutton, the previously set language
will flash on the display.
2. Push and release the upordown arrow button to select. 3. Push the
MENUbutton to return to the menu screen or
hold the MENUbutton down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Buzzer Volume
With this function, the volume of the acoustic signal which
accompanies the display of failure/warning can be ad-
justed according to eight levels.
To set the desired volume:
1. Push the MENUbutton, the previously set volume level
will flash on the display.
2. Push and release the upordown arrow button to adjust.
3. Push the MENUbutton to return to the menu screen or
hold the MENUbutton down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Seat Belt Buzzer
Only shows in the instrument cluster display if the seat belt
reminder was previously deactivated by an authorized
dealer.
NOTE: This is a one-time occurrence to enable the acoustic
signal.
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