2018 Ram ProMaster City User Guide

IconDescription
Floor Mode
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister out-
lets.
Mix Mode
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy con-
ditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture
on the windshield.
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 window. Do not use abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface
CAUTION!
of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel
to the heating elements. Labels can be
peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instru-
ments, or abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window.
• 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 system. When the air
conditioning system is turned on, cool dehu-
midified 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.
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NOTE:
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield orside glass, select Defrost mode and in-
crease 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 ra-
diator), for an accumulation of dirt or in-
sects. Clean with a gentle water spray from
the front of the radiator and through the
condenser.
Recirculation
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or
high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired,
you may wish to recirculate interior air by
pressing the Recirculation control button.
The recirculation indicator will illuminate
when this button is selected. Press the but-
ton a second time to turn off the Recircula-
tion mode and allow outside air into the
vehicle. NOTE:
In cold weather, use of recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. On
systems with Manual Climate Controls, the
Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost
mode to improve window clearing operation.
Recirculation will be disabled automatically
if this mode is selected. Attempting to use
Recirculation while in this mode will cause
the LED in the control button to blink and
then turn off.
Operating Tips
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to pro-
vide proper corrosion protection and to pro-
tect against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Refer to “Dealer Service” in “Servicing And
Maintenance” in your Owner’s Manual at
www.mopar.com/en-us/care/owners-manual.html
(U.S. Residents) or www.owners.mopar.ca
(Canadian Residents) for proper coolant se-
lection.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and de-
froster performance, make sure the engine
cooling system is functioning properly and
the proper amount, type, and concentration
of coolant is used. Refer to “Dealer Service”
in “Servicing And Maintenance” in your Own-
er’s Manual at
www.mopar.com/en-us/
care/owners-manual.html
(U.S. Residents) or
www.owners.mopar.ca (Canadian Residents)
for proper coolant selection. Use of the air
Recirculation mode during Winter months is
not recommended because it may cause win-
dow fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out
of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or
more, run the air conditioning system at idle
for about five minutes in fresh air with the
blower setting on high. This will ensure ad-
equate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the
system is started again.
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Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of
the glass in mild, rainy and/or humid weather.
Windows may frost on the inside of the glass
in very cold weather. To clear the windows,
select Defrost or Mix mode and increase the
front blower speed. Do not use the Recircu-
lation mode without A/C for long periods, as
fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air
intake may reduce airflow, can cause odor,
and if they enter the plenum they could plug
the water drains. In Winter months make sure
the air intake is clear of ice, slush and snow.
A/C Air Filter
The climate control system filters outside air
containing dust, pollen and some odors.
Strong odors cannot be totally filtered out.
Refer to “Dealer Service” in “Servicing and
Maintenance” in your Owner’s Manual on
www.mopar.com/en-us/care/owners-manual.html
(U.S. Residents) or www.owners.mopar.ca
(Canadian Residents) for filter replacement
instructions.
HOOD
Opening
To open the hood, two latches must be re-
leased.
1. Pull the release lever located below theinstrument panel and in front of the driv-
er's door.
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the opening beneath the center of the
hood and push up the safety latch lever to
release it, before raising the hood.
3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slot to secure the hood in the
open position.
CAUTION!
Be sure to disengage the rod and secure it
in close position before closing the hood.
Damage may occur.
Closing
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is
in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam
the hood to close it. Lower hood to approxi-
mately 12 inches (30 cm) and drop the
hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive ve-
hicle unless hood is fully closed, with both
latches engaged.
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INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Power Outlets
Passenger Compartment Power Outlets
The cigar lighter and the power socket are
located in the center console, and both oper-
ate with the ignition key in the MAR (ON/
RUN) position.Load Compartment Power Outlet
The Load Compartment Power Outlet is lo-
cated on the left side of the rear cargo com-
partment. It operates with the ignition key in
the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position. The outlet
can be used for powering 12 Volt adaptive
accessories and recharging communications
devices.
CAUTION!
Do not connect devices with power higher
than 180W to the outlet. Using unsuitable
adaptors may damage the outlet.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Only devices designed for use in this
type of outlet should be inserted into any
12 Volt outlet.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
Passenger Compartment Power OutletsPower Outlet — Rear Cargo Compartment
Underhood Power Outlet Fuses
1 — #85 Fuse 15A Blue Rear Power
Outlet 12V
2 — #86 Fuse 15A Blue IP Power Out-
let 12V
3 — #30 Fuse 15A Blue 2nd IP Power
Outlet 12V
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WARNING!
• Close the lid when not in use and whiledriving the vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause
an electric shock and failure.
CAUTION!
• Many accessories that can be plugged indraw power from the vehicle's battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in
long enough, the vehicle's battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from start-
ing.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e.,
coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.)
CAUTION!
will degrade the battery even more
quickly. Only use these intermittently
and with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw acces-
sories, or long periods of the vehicle not
being started (with accessories still
plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle's bat-
tery.
Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver —
If Equipped
A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are
available. Push the cigar lighter button to activate the
cigar lighter when the ignition key is in the
MAR (ON/RUN) position.
After a few seconds the button returns to its
initial position and the cigar lighter is ready
for use.
NOTE:
Always check that the cigar lighter has turned
itself off.
WARNING!
The cigar lighter becomes very hot. Handle
it carefully and make sure children don’t
touch it: risk of fire and/or burning.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY.....30
Location And Controls............30
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ....31
Red Warning Lights..............31 Yellow Warning Lights
............34
Yellow Indicator Lights ............37
Green Indicator Lights ............37
Blue Indicator Lights .............38
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —
OBDII .....................38
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity.................38
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instru-
ment cluster display, which offers useful in-
formation to the driver. With the ignition in
the STOP/OFF mode, opening/closing of a
door will activate the display for viewing, and
display the total miles, or kilometers, in the
odometer. Your instrument cluster display is
designed to display important information
about your vehicle’s systems and features.
Using a driver interactive display located on
the instrument panel, your instrument clus-
ter display can show you how systems are
working and give you warnings when they are
not. The steering wheel mounted controls
allow you to scroll through the main menus
and submenus. You can access the specific
information you want and make selections
and adjustments.
Location And Controls
The instrument cluster display features a
driver-interactive display that is located in
the instrument cluster.The menu items described below are an ex-
ample of what can be found in the vehicle's
menu:
• Dimmer
• Speed Beep
• Trip B
• Set Time
• Set Date
• Autoclose
• Units
• Language
• Buzzer Volume
• Belt Buzzer
• Day Lights
The system allows the driver to select infor-
mation 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 1 second to access/select
the information screens or submenu
screens of a main menu item. Push and
hold the MENUbutton for two seconds to
reset displayed/selected features that can
be reset.
Instrument Cluster Display Controls
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