2018 Ram ProMaster headlights

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS......................12
KeyFob.....................12
SEATS .....................13
Heated Seats — If Equipped ........13
Adjustable Armrests — If Equipped ....14
HEAD RESTRAINTS..............14
Front Head Restraint Adjustment .....15
Front Head Restraint Removal .......15
STEERING WHEEL..............16
Telescoping Steering Column .......16
EXTERIOR LIGHTS..............16
Multifunction Lever ..............16
Headlights ...................17
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . .17
Parking Lights .................17
Turn Signals ..................17
Lane Change Assist .............17
INTERIOR LIGHTS...............17
WIPERS AND WASHERS ..........17
Front Wiper Operation............17
CLIMATE CONTROLS.............19
Manual Climate Control Overview .....19
Climate Control Functions ..........22
Operating Tips .................23
HOOD......................24
Opening .....................24
Closing .....................24
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ...........25
Power Outlets.................25
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STEERING WHEEL
Telescoping Steering Column
This feature allows you to lengthen or shorten
the steering column. The telescoping control
handle is located below the steering wheel at
the end of the steering column.To unlock the steering column, pull the con-
trol handle up. To lengthen or shorten the
steering column, pull the steering wheel out-
ward or push it inward as desired. To lock the
steering column in position, push the control
handle down until fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column
while driving or driving with the steering
column unlocked, could cause the driver
to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious
injury or death.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals,
headlight beam selection and the passing
lights. The multifunction lever is located on the
left side of the steering column.
Telescoping Control Handle
Multifunction Lever
1 — Pull For High Beams
2 — Headlights
3 — Turn Signals
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Headlights
To turn on the headlights, turn the end of the
multifunction lever to the headlight position.
When the headlight switch is on, the parking
lights, taillights, license plate light, the clear-
ance lights and instrument panel lights are
also turned on. To turn off the headlights,
turn the end of the multifunction lever back
to the O (Off) position.
High Beam/Low Beam Select
Switch
Pull the multifunction lever toward you to
switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the
lever a second time to switch the headlights
back to low beam.
Parking Lights
These lights can only be turned on with igni-
tion key in the STOP position or removed, by
moving the end of the multifunction lever to
O (off) position and then to the headlight
position.The warning light telltale in the instrument
panel comes on. The lights stay on until the
next ignition cycle is performed.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster flash to show proper operation of the
front and rear turn signal lights.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash,
or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator
fails to light when the lever is moved, it would
suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
Lane Change Assist
Tap the lever up or down once, without mov-
ing beyond the detent, and the turn signal
(right or left) will flash five times then auto-
matically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
The courtesy lights, dome lights, and map
lights are mounted between the sun visors on
the overhead shelf. Each light is turned on by
pushing the corresponding switch.
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use
the key fob or manually from the driver door
cylinder to unlock the doors or open any door.
The lights will fade to off after approximately
30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to
off once the ignition switch is turned to ON/
RUN from the OFF position.
WIPERS AND WASHERS
Front Wiper Operation
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located
on the right side of the steering column.
There are five different modes of operation
for the front windshield wipers. The wind-
shield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to
access the modes.
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•Up Arrow Button
Push and release the uparrow button to
scroll upward through the main menu and
submenus or adjust the illumination on the
instrument panel when the headlights are
on.
• Down Arrow Button
Push and release the downarrow button to
scroll downward through the main menu
and submenus or adjust the illumination on
the instrument panel when the headlights
are on.
Diesel Messages — If Equipped
Diesel Messages
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages
• “DPF cleaning: safely keep the vehicle moving” message in the Display + Engine
emission filter lamp lighted solid indicates
that the exhaust particulate filter loading is
above the specified range and a regenera-
tion is required. • Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy
(the procedure lasts roughly 15 minutes at
speed of about 40 mph (60 km/h) and with
engine speed above approximately
2000 rpm).
• When the exaust filter is overloaded, the MIL lamp will turn on and the “Service
engine” message will be in the Instrument
Cluster Display, ETC lamp blinks and the
PCM limits the engine power to limit the
likelihood of permanent damage to the
after-treatment system. To correct this con-
dition, it will be necessary to have your
vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
See your authorized dealer, as damage to
the exhaust system could occur soon with
continued operation. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Messages
•First low level warning will be given at
around 500 miles, which is determined by
current consumption rate. DEF Low level
lamp icon and display message for refill
will be displayed at dashboard. DEF Low
level Lamp will stay on until a DEF refill is
detected (minimum 1 gallon).
• To correct, this condition it will be neces- sary to fully refill the DEF tank.
• If refill is not performed, a second low level warning will be given about 200 miles are
left to empty the DEF Tank.
• Display message of speed limitation with DEF Low Level lamp will be there on dash-
board.
• The driver will be informed about the speed restriction also when about 150 and
125 miles are left to empty the DEF Tank.
• When 100 miles are left to empty, the DEF Tank, a continuous message display with
chimes will be there on dashboard.
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Green Indicator Lights
— Turn Signal Indicator Lights
When the left or right turn signal is activated,
the turn signal indicator will flash indepen-
dently and the corresponding exterior turn
signal lamps will flash. Turn signals can be
activated when the multifunction lever is
moved down (left) or up (right).
NOTE:
• A continuous chime will sound if the ve-hicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km)
with either turn signal on.
• Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
— Front Fog Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front
fog lights are on.
— Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on.
— Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
— If Equipped
This light will turn on when the speed control
is set to the desired speed. Refer to “Speed
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information.
Blue Indicator Lights
— High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator shows that the high beam
headlights are on. With the low beams acti-
vated, push the multifunction lever forward
(toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the
high beams. Pull the multifunction lever rear-
ward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn
off the high beams. If the high beams are off,
pull the lever toward you for a temporary high
beam on, "flash to pass" scenario.
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Fuel Cut Off Switch
Your vehicle is equipped with a Fuel Cut Off
safety switch. In the event of an accident, if
the communication network remains intact,
and the power remains intact, depending on
the nature of the event, the Fuel Cut Off
Switch may perform the following functions:
• Cut off fuel to the engine and turn off theengine.
• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the hazard light button is
pressed. The hazard lights can be deacti-
vated by pressing the hazard light button.
• Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power.
• Unlock the power door locks. NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the
ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position
and remove the key from the ignition switch
to avoid draining the battery. Carefully check
the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine com-
partment and on the ground near the engine
compartment and fuel tank before resetting
the system and starting the engine. If there
are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle
electrical devices (e.g. headlights) after an
accident, reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch by
following the procedure described below.
Fuel Cut Off Switch Reset Procedure
In order to reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch after
an event push the “A” Button located under-
neath the instrument panel on the passenger
side.WARNING!
If, after an accident, you smell fuel or see
leaks from the fuel system, do not reset
the Fuel Cut Off Switch to avoid the risk of
fire. Before resetting the Fuel Cut Off
Switch, carefully check for fuel leaks or
damage to the vehicle electrical devices
(e.g. headlights).
Fuel Cut Off Switch
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Disturb....................176
Door Ajar ....................35
Door Ajar Light ................35
Driver's Seat Back Tilt ............13
Electric Parking Brake ............78
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..............89
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...............35
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .....119
Jacking ..............108, 134
Jump Starting ..............115
Engine .................132, 133
Break-In Recommendations ......77
Compartment ...........132, 133
Compartment Identification ......132
Coolant (Antifreeze) .......156, 157
Exhaust Gas Caution ...........69
Fuel Requirements ...........155
Identification ..............133
Jump Starting ..............115
Oil ..............155, 156, 157
Oil Filler Cap ..............132
Oil Selection ..............155
Overheating ...............118 Starting
..................74
Enhanced Accident Response Feature. .122
Exhaust Gas Caution .............69
Exhaust System ................69
Exterior Lighting ...............17
Exterior Lights ..............16, 72
Filters Air Conditioning .............24
Engine Oil ............156, 157
Flashers Turn Signal ..............41, 72
Fluid Capacities ...............155
Fluid Leaks ...................72
Fluids And Lubricants ........156, 157
Folding Rear Seat ...............13
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........119
Fuel .......................92
Adding ...................92
Additives .................92
Diesel ................92, 157
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...........91
Filter ...................157
Materials Added .............92
Octane Rating ..............156
Requirements ..............155
Tank Capacity ..............155 Fuses
.....................102
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ..........91
Gear Ranges ..................82
Gear Select Lever Override ........119
General Information .............47
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) ......171
Headlights High Beam ................17
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch. .17
Switch ...................17
Head Restraints ................14
Heated Seats .................13
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....................17
Hood Prop ...................24
Hood Release .................24
Ignition Key .....................12
Instrument Cluster ..............41
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....18
Introduction ...................1
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio ......171
INDEX
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Jacking And Tire ChangingInstructions ................111
Jack Operation ............108, 134
Jump Starting ................115
Keys .......................12
Lane Change Assist ..............17
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..............49
Latches .....................72
Hood ....................24
Leaks, Fluid ..................72
Life Of Tires .................145
Light Bulbs ...............72, 100
Lights ......................72
AirBag .............34, 55, 70
Brake Warning ..............34
Bulb Replacement ...........100
Cruise ...................41
Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . .16, 17
Engine Temperature Warning .....36
Exterior ..................72
Headlights .................17
High Beam ................17
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) ..............38
Park ..................17, 41 Service
..................100
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ................37, 44
Turn Signal ...........16, 41, 72
Warning (Instrument
Cluster Description) ........36, 41
Loading Vehicle Tires ...................139
Low Tire Pressure System ..........44
Lug Nuts ...................154
Maintenance Schedule .......124, 128
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ...................38
Manual, Service ...............188
Media Center Radio .............182
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ......13
Memory Seat ..................13
Memory Seats And Radio ..........13
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .......44
Mopar .....................160
Mopar Accessories .............160
Multi-Function Control Lever ........
16
Navigation ..................168
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........77Occupant Restraints
.............47
Oil, Engine ...............156, 157
Capacity .................155
Filter ................156, 157
Pressure Warning Light .........36
Recommendation ............155
Viscosity .................155
Oil Pressure Light ...............36
Onboard Diagnostic System .........42
Operating Precautions ............42
Overheating, Engine ............118
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . . .188
Parking Brake .................78
Pets .......................69
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect) ......171
Phone (Pairing) ...............172
Phone (Uconnect) ..............171
Placard, Tire And Loading Information. .139
Power Steering Fluid .........157, 159
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ......52
Preparation For Jacking ..........111
Pretensioners Seat Belts .................53
Radial Ply Tires ...............144
Radio ..................163, 182
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